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The Secrets of Statecraft

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Jul 18, 2024 • 49min

Around The World With Dan Hannan | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Historian Andrew Roberts discusses CANZUK, US-UK trade post-Brexit, and US-Pacific relations. The podcast explores Kanzuk alliances, House of Lords reform, Gaza stability, Latin America's development, Irish home rule, and possible historical 'what ifs'.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 52min

Con Coughlin: Getting Into the Minds of Monsters | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Con Coughlin, veteran war correspondent and Daily Telegraph foreign & defense editor, has written the biographies of Ayatollah Khomeini, Saddam Hussein and Bashir Al-Assad.  And he’s also gone drinking with Hunter S. Thompson …
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Jun 17, 2024 • 35min

Nicolas Sarkozy's 'Certain Idea of France' | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Former President of France, Nicolas Sarkozy, discusses the weight of history on his leadership decisions. Topics include the legacy of Napoleon, strong leadership in French history, rise of hard-right parties in Europe, importance of defending national identity, negotiations with Putin, European responsibility for Israel's survival, and the mystery of betrayal in history.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 49min

A Continental Tour d’Horizon with Zeinab Badawi | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

The history of Africa over the past seven millennia, and this time from an African perspective.
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May 21, 2024 • 1h 7min

The State of Israel with Dan Senor | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Dan Senor, host of the “Call Me Back” podcast, discusses the war in Gaza, Biden's potential arms embargo on Israel, the challenges of the two-state solution, and the interplay of anti-Israel sentiments in political movements. The podcast also explores historical perspectives on Jewish contributions in German society and reflects on Yitzhak Rabin's assassination and its impact on the peace process.
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May 10, 2024 • 41min

The Mission of Tzipi Hotovely | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Israeli Ambassador to London, Tzipi Hotovely, discusses the challenges of negotiating with Hamas, compares their atrocities to Nazis, emphasizes the importance of truth in reporting, criticizes UNRWA's role in perpetuating conflict, and highlights diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The discussion also touches on the ICC's pursuit of Bibi Netanyahu and the Labour Party's stance on Israel.
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Apr 12, 2024 • 42min

Toby Young Speaks Freely | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Toby Young, director of the splendid Free Speech Union, discusses his campaign to defend freedom of expression.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 43min

Conrad Black’s Extraordinary Magnum Opus | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Conrad Black, author of a thousand-page history of the Ancient World, discusses the importance of studying ancient civilizations and historical figures in politics. He explores concepts like the great man theory of history, statesmanship, and the impact of philosophy on political leaders. The podcast also delves into 'what if' scenarios in history, including the consequences of an extended life for Alexander the Great.
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Mar 15, 2024 • 46min

The China threat: from TikTok to Taiwan | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

US Congressman Mike Gallagher discusses the threat of China from TikTok to Taiwan, highlighting the potential conflict scenarios, importance of maintaining American hard power, risks of TikTok propaganda, foreign ownership of media outlets, threats in the Middle East and Ukraine crisis, congressional reform, and post-political plans.
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Feb 23, 2024 • 33min

The Sagacity of Elliott Abrams | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

Elliott Abrams has had the ear of Republican presidents from Reagan to Trump. Here is what he told them...

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