
Audio Briefs
Audio Briefs brings you CSIS publications in audio form. Listen to short, spoken-word summaries from CSIS experts about their latest reports, or hear a full audio version of any CSIS commentary.
Latest episodes

Jul 2, 2025 • 12min
Disentangling the Five Key Questions on Iran’s Nuclear Program
An audio version of “Disentangling the Five Key Questions on Iran’s Nuclear Program,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jul 1, 2025 • 9min
Can Local Economic Interests Affect Congressional Votes on Climate? Evidence from Solar Tariffs
An audio version of “Can Local Economic Interests Affect Congressional Votes on Climate? Evidence from Solar Tariffs,” a new Commentary by Nathan Mariano. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

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Jul 1, 2025 • 11min
Overcoming the Barriers to Forward Deterrence
This discussion dives into the complex regulatory challenges hindering forward deterrence strategies for the U.S. and its allies. It highlights the importance of RDPMOU agreements in fostering military cooperation. The conversation stresses the need for enhanced training and the role of exportable military programs in boosting effectiveness. Additionally, it examines how limited cooperation among allies can undermine overall defense effectiveness, posing significant obstacles in today's security landscape.

Jul 1, 2025 • 12min
Turning Diplomatic Commitments into Mineral Investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo
An audio version of “Turning Diplomatic Commitments into Mineral Investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 30, 2025 • 6min
Tariff Rate Quotas
An audio version of “Tariff Rate Quotas,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 30, 2025 • 10min
No AI Without Power: Why the Quad Must Secure Power Equipment Supply Chains
An audio version of “No AI Without Power: Why the Quad Must Secure Power Equipment Supply Chains,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Shashwat Kumar. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 27, 2025 • 22min
Critical Minerals, Fragile Peace: The DRC-Rwanda Deal and the Cost of Ignoring Root Causes
An audio version of “Critical Minerals, Fragile Peace: The DRC-Rwanda Deal and the Cost of Ignoring Root Causes,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Mvemba Phezo Dizolele. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 26, 2025 • 13min
Can Washington Counter Beijing Without Repeating Cold War Mistakes?
An audio version of “Can Washington Counter Beijing Without Repeating Cold War Mistakes?,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Andrew Friedman. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 25, 2025 • 8min
Why the United States Acted Now Against Iran
An audio version of “Why the United States Acted Now Against Iran,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Kari A. Bingen and Clayton Swope. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jun 25, 2025 • 12min
NATO’s “Brain Death” in The Hague
An audio version of “NATO’s “Brain Death” in The Hague,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Max Bergmann. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.