
The idea of the podcast is this: We talk about “three things” that are interesting, important or both. The third thing will be about something from the world of sports.
Richard is a veteran diplomat (he served in the Carter, Reagan, G.H.W. Bush and G.W. Bush administrations). He was president of the Council on Foreign Relations for two decades (he’s now president emeritus). He’s a Senior Counselo... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 16 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews Commentary | |||

In episode 16 of Alternate Shots, John Ellis and Richard Haassbegin with Iran and the critical question of how the U.S. defines “success” as well as the limits to what military force could accomplish. They then turn to the expiration of the New Start... more
In this episode of Alternate Shots, John Ellis and Richard Haass begin with the muddled US response to upheaval in Iran, highlighting the lack of clarity as to both US objectives and the potential role of military force. Here at home, they examine Mi... more
In episode 14 of Alternate Shots, John Ellis and Richard Haass delve into the new "real estate doctrine" of American foreign policy, discussing the irrelevance of ownership in international relations, particularly in the context of Greenland. Haass c... more
In the newest episode of Alternate Shots, hosts John Ellis and Richard Haass dig into many of the most pressing issues around the world. Iran is experiencing widespread protests against a regime that has lost widespread support. The Trump administrat... more
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This podcast features insightful discussions on a wide range of topics that balance both significant global issues and lighter sports commentary. With a focus on three main themes per episode, the hosts tackle pressing matters in international relations, U.S. politics, and contemporary issues while also including a segment dedicated to sports. The expertise of Richard Haass, a veteran diplomat and former president of the Council on Foreign Relations, complements the seasoned journalism and analysis provided by John Ellis, a long-time news editor and founder of a political newsletter. Their combined knowledge delivers a blend of serious geopolitical discourse and sports insights that distinguishes this show in the realm of news commentary. L... more
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