
Kurt Volker
Former U.S. ambassador to NATO.
Top 5 podcasts with Kurt Volker
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Jun 24, 2025 • 26min
Trump lands in Europe for NATO summit
Kurt Volker, the former U.S. ambassador to NATO, discusses Trump's controversial demand for NATO countries to boost military spending to 5% of their GDP. He shares insights on the dynamics of international relations, contrasting Trump’s instinctual leadership with that of Putin. The conversation also highlights an innovative social enterprise in rural Uganda turning agricultural waste into clean energy, transforming lives and showcasing the potential for renewable energy initiatives in Africa. Lastly, protests against a high-profile wedding in Venice reflect growing tensions over wealth disparity.

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Feb 23, 2025 • 31min
Trump brings Russia in from the cold, but at what cost to Ukraine?
Chris Michael, US live news editor at The Guardian, and Kurt Volker, a veteran diplomat who served as Trump’s special representative for Ukraine, dive into the recent shifts in US foreign policy under Trump. They discuss Trump's surprising rapprochement with Putin and its implications for Ukraine and Europe. With Zelenskyy sidelined, is peace truly in sight, or is there a hidden cost? The conversation reveals the unpredictable nature of Trump's strategies and highlights the complexities of international relations in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.

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Apr 1, 2025 • 29min
Is Trump losing patience with Putin?
Kurt Volker, Donald Trump’s former special representative for Ukraine and ex-U.S. ambassador to NATO, shares intriguing insights about Trump's evolving stance on Putin and the Ukraine crisis. He discusses the potential implications of Trump’s threats regarding sanctions and how U.S.-Russia relations are perceived in Russia’s media landscape. The conversation dives into the effectiveness of peace negotiations and the unique role of golf as an unconventional diplomatic tool. Volker also sheds light on covert military support to Ukraine and the strains in its relationship with the West.

Apr 27, 2025 • 23min
Kurt Volker, former US diplomat: Decoding Trump, the second time around
Kurt Volker, former US ambassador to NATO and Trump’s special representative for Ukraine, offers an insightful look into President Trump’s second term. He discusses the swift changes in governance and Trump's unique decision-making style. Volker highlights transformative diplomatic strategies, particularly a pivotal meeting with Ukraine's Zelensky. He also examines the reconfiguration of Middle Eastern relations and the rise of culture war policies in the U.S. Additionally, he addresses the implications of Trump's actions on America's global credibility and the political landscape.

Nov 23, 2024 • 35min
From Washington: President-elect Trump’s Cabinet Picks Court Congress
Kurt Volker, former U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine Negotiations and NATO Ambassador, shares his insights on the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict and the prospect of President-elect Trump playing a role in negotiations. Chad Pergram, FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, discusses the fallout from Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from Attorney General consideration and Capitol Hill's reactions to cabinet selections. The two explore the implications of U.S. military support for Ukraine and the evolving dynamics of Trump's administration.