John Bew, a professor at King's College London and a former advisor to four UK prime ministers, shares insights from his extensive historical expertise. He connects past statesmen like Castlereagh to modern foreign policy challenges. Bew discusses the complexities of grand strategy and the notable foreign policy of Clement Attlee. He reflects on navigating political turbulence during crises like the Ukraine invasion, emphasizing historical context in decision-making. The impact of COVID-19 on diplomatic norms and the legacies of historical texts further shape his analysis of current international relations.