Kenneth Dekleva
Practicing psychiatrist, former American diplomat, Salzburg Global Fellow, REAL Mental Health Foundation Ambassador, and spy novelist. His new novel, set in Vienna, is titled "The Russian's Diplomat Wife."
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Jun 30, 2025 • 52min
#54 Dr Kenneth Dekleva
This conversation features Dr. Kenneth Dekleva, a practicing psychiatrist, former diplomat, and spy novelist. He dives into innovative mental health solutions like telemedicine and virtual reality amid a growing crisis. Discussion also includes his experiences as a diplomat, addressing mental health in global settings, and the emotional complexities of espionage. Dr. Dekleva’s unique insights flow into his novel, exploring themes of love and identity against the rich backdrops of Vienna and Moscow, showcasing the intersection of literature and international diplomacy.
Jun 11, 2021 • 22min
Meeting of the Minds
Dr. Kenneth Dekleva, a psychiatrist who served in the US embassy in Moscow, joins for a special edition. They discuss Putin's personality, KGB culture, fall of the Soviet Union, motivations, tactics, strategic imperatives, and psychological tactics in the Biden-Putin meeting. They also analyze Putin's personality based on primary and secondary sources.
