Feb 27, 2025
For our third episode of "History and our Current World," Kelly welcomes journalist Katie Stallard to explore how historical mythmaking shapes foreign policy. We examine how Russia, China & North Korea have manipulated national narratives to legitimize their global ambitions and create powerful collective identities.
Feb 20, 2025
Interview with Omar Mahmood on Somaliland - 16:40
This week, Kelly sits down with International Crisis Group Senior Analyst Omar Mahmood for an in-depth look at Somaliland's history and quest for international recognition. Before that, he and Freddie discuss Trump's USAID cuts, political turmoil in the Philippines, and...
Feb 13, 2025
For our first full episode of Season 8, Kelly is joined by Margaret MacMillan to discuss the importance of history in shaping the behavior of individuals, politicians, and entire societies.
Margaret MacMillan is an emeritus professor of History at the University of Toronto and an emeritus professor of International...
Feb 6, 2025
Interview with Liana Fix on Germany - 16:00
NOTE: This episode was recorded before the ceasefire in the DRC began to break down.
This week, Kelly sits down with Council on Foreign Relations fellow Liana Fix for an update on Germany's political crisis just weeks ahead of the federal elections. Before that, Kelly...