The Eurofile
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the Stuart Center and the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, and Donatienne Ruy, director of the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS, “The Eurofile” looks at Europe through a Washington lens. We will discuss, debate, and dissect the big issues consuming Europe with some of the leading voices from the transatlantic community. We’ll try to make sense of developments in Brussels, break down European elections, and discuss all the issues roiling transatlantic relations. So join us for “The Eurofile” every other Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Feb 24, 2025 • 34min
Tumultuous Times in Europe
In this crossover episode with the Truth of the Matter, Max Bergmann joins Host Andrew Schwartz to discuss the current state of European security, the potential for a U.S.-Europe tech war, how Ukraine negotiations might evolve, and more.
Feb 14, 2025 • 41min
Trump’s Tariff Threats and a Conversation with Anu Bradford
Max and Donatienne discuss how the EU can respond to Trump’s tariffs and whether EU doomerism is overstated. They then turn to a conversation with Anu Bradford, Professor of Law and International Organization at Columbia Law School, to discuss how Washington and Brussels might clash over tech regulation in the second Trump administration. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Jan 30, 2025 • 38min
The Coming Transatlantic Tech Collisions and a Conversation with Federico Rampini
Max and Donatienne recap Donald Trump and Ursula von der Leyen’s speeches at the World Economic Forum in Davos before previewing European tech regulation during Trump’s second term. Then, they turn to a conversation with Federico Rampini, Global Columnist for Corriere della Sera, to discuss Prime Minister Georgia Meloni’s tenure, the state of the Italian economy, and what the second Trump administration means for Italy and the EU. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Jan 16, 2025 • 45min
Greenland Back on Trump’s Menu and a Conversation with Jeremy Cliffe
Max, Donatienne, and Otto discuss Trump’s recent statements about Greenland and the reactions to Elon Musk’s interjections into European politics. They are then joined by Jeremy Cliffe, editorial director and senior fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations, to preview the upcoming German elections and Europe’s approach to Trump’s return to the White House. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts The Merz doctrine: What a CDU-led government would mean for German foreign policy | ECFR Searching for Deutschland Podcast - Apple Podcasts
Dec 19, 2024 • 39min
2024 Year-End Review and a Conversation on French Politics with Georgina Wright
Max and Donatienne recap the major stories that shaped 2024 and look ahead at the coming year. They are then joined by Georgina Wright, Senior Fellow and Deputy Director for International Studies at Institut Montaigne, for a discussion on the political turmoil currently roiling France.Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Nov 26, 2024 • 28min
US-EU Relations under Trump 2.0 with Dan Kelemen and Federico Steinberg
Max and Donatienne are joined by Dan Kelemen and Federico Steinberg to discuss the implications of Trump’s return to the White House for US-EU relations, including the transatlantic economy and Europe’s efforts to strengthen the rule of law.Learn more:Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Nov 14, 2024 • 41min
European Security and Defense under Trump 2.0 with Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Jim Townsend
Max and Donatienne are joined by Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Jim Townsend, hosts of the Brussels Sprouts podcast at the Center for a New American Security, to discuss the implications of Trump’s return to the White House for European security, Ukraine, and US-Europe relations.Learn more:Brussels Sprouts Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Nov 8, 2024 • 24min
US Election Reaction: Trump Returns
Max and Donatienne discuss the implications for Europe from Trump’s imminent return to the White House.Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Oct 31, 2024 • 27min
Cecilia Malmström on the Future of EU Trade Policy
Max and Donatienne are joined by Cecilia Malmström, former European commissioner for trade (from 2014 to 2019) and European commissioner for home affairs (from 2010 to 2014), to discuss the evolution of the EU’s trade policy, EU-China ties on trade, and the state of transatlantic economic and trade relations. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
Oct 24, 2024 • 51min
Biden’s European Farewell and a Conversation with Mij Rahman
Max and Donatienne discuss the latest European Council meeting and Biden’s ‘farewell’ trip to Germany (00.43). Then, they turn to a conversation with Mij Rahman, the managing director for Europe at Eurasia Group, to discuss priorities and challenges facing the new European Commission, and the current state of French politics (14.35). Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts
