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A curated selection of thought-provoking events from the Council on Foreign Relations, featuring expert panels, keynote conversations, and global policy discussions.
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Signup to Generate a PitchA curated selection of thought-provoking events from the Council on Foreign Relations, featuring expert panels, keynote conversations, and global policy discussions.
Recent episodes include "On American Energy Strategy Post-Hormuz" (23 October 2026, 76 minutes), "On Combating Human Trafficking" (16 October 2026, 60 minutes), and "A Conversation With President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana" (9 October 2026, 47 minutes).
On the Record publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 59 minutes across 66 episodes.
Booking probability for On the Record is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. On the Record requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. On the Record's contact route on record: public web form.
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On the Record is a news show with 66 episodes published.
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In this episode, panelists explore the uncertain status of U.S. security assurances for the free flow of oil, the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, and the ramifications of both for U.S. and global energy...
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In this episode, panelists discuss cross-sector efforts to combat human trafficking. Host: Rachel B. Vogelstein , Associate Professor of Professional Practice; Director, Women’s Initiative, Institute of Global Politics...
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In this episode, President John Dramani Mahama discusses Ghana’s development priorities, the country’s role as a regional leader in West Africa, and the future of U.S.-Ghana relations. Host: Michelle Gavin , Ralph...
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In this episode, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre of Norway and President Alexander Stubb of Finland discuss the current state of the war in Ukraine, Arctic and European security, shifting geopolitics, and strategic...
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In this episode, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi discusses Somaliland’s bid for international recognition and the regional security landscape. Host: Ebenezer Obadare , Douglas Dillon Senior Fellow for Africa...
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In this episode, Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados discusses the challenges facing climate-vulnerable and developing countries, including efforts to reform the international financial architecture, expand access to...
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In this episode, leading African investor and philanthropist Tony Elumelu discusses the continent’s evolving role in the global economy, including entrepreneurship as a catalyst for development, private sector-led...
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In this episode, Ambassador Jérôme Bonnafont discusses France’s priorities as it assumes the presidency of the UN Security Council. Host: Jane Hartley , Chair, Board of Directors, Carnegie Endowment for International...
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Title: Eyewitness to History: Reflections on September 11 In this episode, senior leaders across various sectors reflect on their firsthand experiences of the September 11 attacks and the global war on terrorism that...
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In this episode, panelists from CFR’s Climate Realism Initiative discuss Financing the Missing Middle , a collection of policies and strategies to help bridge the gap in private funding that inhibits energy innovation...
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In this episode, Andrew Ross Sorkin discusses lessons from the 1929 Wall Street crash, followed by a panel discussion on the present-day risk of a bubble, and how policymakers should respond. Host: Gillian Tett...
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In this episode, Margaret Woolley Busse discusses the regulatory environment for artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States, with particular focus on its implications at the state and local level. She is joined...
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In this episode, Kim Daniels, Michael Baggot, Erin D. Dumbacher, and Brian Green discuss Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on artificial intelligence and human dignity. Host: Kim Daniels , Director, Initiative on Catholic...
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In this episode, Israeli Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter discusses the recent trilateral framework agreement among the United States, Israel, and Lebanon, as well as the future of the U.S.-Israel...
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In this episode, panelists discuss the impact of U.S. sanctions, the potential for U.S. military action, and the ongoing energy crisis in Cuba. Host: Kezia McKeague , Managing Director, McLarty Associates; CFR Member...
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In this episode, Fatih Birol examines how the Hormuz crisis is reshaping the global energy landscape and explores how countries may increasingly favor domestic energy sources that reduce reliance on fuel imports. Host...
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This episode revisits a 2011 CFR event featuring U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away at age 71. Host: Jonathan Karl , Chief Washington Correspondent, ABC News Guests: Lindsey Graham , U.S. Senator, South...
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In this episode, panelists discuss the best and worst decisions in U.S. foreign policy as a part of the CFR Young Professionals Briefing Series. Host: Kelebogile Zvobgo , Mansfield Associate Professor of Government and...
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In this episode, panelists discuss the growing economic and security threats facing Persian Gulf countries and the future of U.S. engagement in the region. Host: Karen E. Young , Senior Research Scholar, Center on...
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This episode revisits a 2015 CFR event featuring former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan, who passed away at age 100. Host: Steve Liesman , Senior Economics Reporter, CNBC Guests: Alan Greenspan , Former Chairman...
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