Beste Hudson Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Building a Sustainable and Successful Semiconductor Ecosystem Under the Trump Administration 1:32:25

17m ago1:32:25

1:32:25

The next four years will be critical for American industrial policy as Washington seeks to strengthen its position in global semiconductor fabrication. Building on the Trump administration’s efforts to reshore semiconductor design and manufacturing, policymakers and industry professionals will need to collaborate on a comprehensive plan to foster a…

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The Future of Autonomous Undersea Warfare 56:05

4h ago56:05

56:05

The integration of uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUVs) with Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarines is transforming undersea warfare. This breakthrough enhances autonomous launch and recovery, extends stealth and survivability, and strengthens electronic warfare and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) operations in even the most …

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Bending the Defense Cost Curve 1:10:38

20h ago1:10:38

1:10:38

The United States Department of Defense is unlikely to get the sustained funding required to achieve its desired scale and capabilities. Therefore, maintaining costs will be a central challenge for the department. Norm Augustine warned several decades ago about the punishing increases in platform costs, and operating costs have continued to climb. …

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Motwani Jadeja US-India Dialogue Series | Bipartisan Cooperation on US Indo-Pacific Policy in the New Trump Administration 48:05

20h ago48:05

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The Indo-Pacific appears to be a key area of focus for the Trump administration. Members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue—which is known as the Quad and includes the United States, Australia, Japan, and India—have received particular attention. The Japanese and Indian prime ministers were among the first foreign leaders to meet with President…

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Red Lines, Ceasefires, and Peace in Ukraine: A Conversation with Oleksii Goncharenko 26:54

2d ago26:54

26:54

Ukrainian Member of Parliament Oleksii Goncharenko joins Hudson’s Luke Coffey for a conversation on the current state of United States–Ukraine relations, ongoing peace negotiations, and why Ukraine’s fight for sovereignty matters to both the US and Europe. Goncharenko will discuss the war, the many risks and opportunities of peace talks with Russia…

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US-Japan Cooperation in a World of Information Uncertainty 54:25

7d ago54:25

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As democracies with open media ecosystems, the United States and Japan face the constant challenge of information uncertainty. Bad actors, including those associated with nation-states, constantly seek to undermine the two nations’ civil societies by spreading disinformation on social media, as well as traditional media and other outlets. Join Huds…

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Syria: What’s Next? 1:16:52

8d ago1:16:52

1:16:52

The Middle East is undergoing a dramatic shift. The Assad regime in Syria has fallen, Iran’s proxies are vanishing, and Turkey is expanding its regional influence. Meanwhile, the Trump administration may withdraw United States forces from the region. Washington’s next move will be critical. Senior Fellows Michael Doran and Can Kasapoğlu will discus…

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Can Ecuador Subdue Organized Crime? 1:01:55

11d ago1:01:55

1:01:55

Ecuador, once among the most peaceful countries in Latin America, faces an existential threat from an array of criminal groups. These organizations have committed unprecedented violence, infiltrated political structures, and challenged the government’s authority. Meanwhile, the country is going through an economic contraction and an energy crisis t…

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Motwani Jadeja US-India Dialogue Series | US-India Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead 1:01:13

11d ago1:01:13

1:01:13

When President Donald Trump hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February, the two leaders committed to doubling bilateral trade, deepening their defense partnership, and furthering their cooperation in critical technologies. With shared democratic principles and deeply rooted people-to-people ties, the United States and India are committed to ad…

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The US Energy Shift and Its Consequences for the Middle East 39:42

16d ago39:42

39:42

The West’s attempted transition away from fossil fuels has given its adversaries an advantage. China dominates much of the green energy sector, and Russia continues to fund its war against Ukraine with oil and natural gas profits. Meanwhile, Iran has capitalized on this shift by using its oil revenues to bolster its regional influence, fund proxy m…

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Iran on the Brink: Resistance, Repression, and Global Power Shifts 58:31

17d ago58:31

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As Iran’s regime tightens its grip at home, it is also strengthening its anti-Western alliance with China and Russia. But with President Donald Trump back in the White House, Tehran will likely face maximum pressure sanctions and increased strikes on its proxies. With simmering domestic unrest and escalating regional tensions, where does Iran go fr…

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How Russia Is Reshaping the Sahel 37:32

17d ago37:32

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The Sahel is quickly becoming an important battleground in a high-stakes geopolitical contest—and Russia is making bold moves. From military entanglements to economic footholds and disinformation campaigns, Moscow’s expanding influence is upending old alliances and forcing the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and Western governments to rethink th…

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The Maduro Menace: A Conversation with María Corina Machado 41:31

17d ago41:31

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Since Venezuela’s July 28, 2024, presidential election, which opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia won decisively, Nicolás Maduro’s regime has defied the will of the people and intensified its campaign of repression and terror. Over 1,600 political prisoners remain behind bars, while opposition leaders have been forced into hiding or exile…

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Fireside Chat: Kaja Kallas on the US-EU Relationship 44:44

28d ago44:44

44:44

The past two weeks of United States–European relations have seen a flurry of activity, beginning with the visit of a US delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris and the Munich Security Conference. As the Trump administration lays out its next steps, join Hudson for an event with Kaja Kallas, …

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Adapting at Scale: A Conversation with Major General Kunkel, Air Force Director for Force Design, Integration, and Wargaming 58:23

29d ago58:23

58:23

Major General Joseph Kunkel, the Air Force’s director for force design, integration, and wargaming, will discuss why the Air Force needs to rapidly evolve its capabilities and how it can generate, in the near-term and beyond, combat-effective, agile, and adaptive airpower at scale. Major General Kunkel will join Hudson Institute Senior Fellows Dan …

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“Seven Things You Can’t Say about China” with Senator Tom Cotton 49:57

29d ago49:57

49:57

The Chinese Communist Party’s economic warfare has granted it tremendous influence in American society, industry, and even government. Never was this more apparent than during the COVID-19 pandemic, when those who questioned the CCP’s conduct around the virus—and potential role in creating it—faced accusations of hysteria, xenophobia, and fearmonge…

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Knesset Member Amit Halevi on What Lies Ahead for Israel 45:56

1M ago45:56

45:56

Israel faces mounting challenges on multiple fronts in an increasingly complex security environment. The Trump administration’s postwar plan for Gaza has sparked debate over Israel’s long-term strategy, while instability in Syria continues to threaten regional security. Meanwhile, Washington’s evolving approach to the Middle East raises key questio…

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Nonproliferation in Great Power Competition 34:16

1M ago34:16

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For decades, the United States has sought to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons among friends and foes alike. But this goal may be at risk. Adversaries like China, Russia, and North Korea pose an increased threat, leading US allies to question America’s security guarantees. In particular, South Korea appears to doubt the credibility of US extend…

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Righting the Ship: Strengthening US Navy Shipbuilding and Ship Repair 1:57:19

1M ago1:57:19

1:57:19

The United States Navy faces challenges across many of its shipbuilding programs. Thanks to numerous causes, some programs are years behind schedule. At the same time, China is building up its fleet and intensifying threats against US allies. The chief of naval operations and other Pentagon leaders are concerned that Beijing may be preparing to mov…

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Democracy in Poland 1:05:03

1M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

The debate over what constitutes democratic and acceptable governance in the twenty-first century European Union continues regarding several member states, including Poland. The governing center-left Citizens Coalition, led by the Civic Platform party and Prime Minister Donald Tusk, charges the right-of-center Law and Justice party with violations …

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The Big Steal: Big Tech’s Theft of Intellectual Property 1:01:37

1M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

In The Big Steal: Ideology, Interest, and the Undoing of Intellectual Property, Professor Jonathan Barnett shows how an “accidental alliance” of tech platforms, academics, and advocacy groups weakened intellectual property (IP) protections for inventors and artists. Under the popular slogan that “information wants to be free,” many people in academ…

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An Integrated Approach to US-Japan Cooperation with Southeast Asia 59:08

1M ago59:08

59:08

Southeast Asia is increasingly important to both Japan and the United States thanks to the region’s economic growth and proximity to key shipping lanes and geopolitical flashpoints. As such, in April 2024 the US, Japan, and the Philippines signed a trilateral agreement to expand investments and maritime security initiatives. Future US and Japanese …

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Gaza’s Future: Are Trump and Netanyahu on the Same Page? 1:06:20

2M ago1:06:20

1:06:20

President Donald Trump’s post-war plan for Gaza has electrified Israel and given Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a political victory. But is this what the prime minister hoped to bring home? Meanwhile, President Trump’s Middle East agenda seems to include negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program. Do President Trump’s plans for Tehran dovet…

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The US-Japan Relationship under New Administrations: A Conversation with Senator Bill Hagerty 42:30

2M ago42:30

42:30

On Friday, President Donald Trump will host Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House for the first summit of the second Trump administration. Increasing challenges in the Indo-Pacific necessitate greater economic and security cooperation between the United States and its most important ally, Japan. Hudson will welcome Senator Bill …

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A Conversation with Former President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko 55:07

2M ago55:07

55:07

Petro Poroshenko became the fifth president of Ukraine in 2014, just after the Revolution of Dignity, and served until 2019, three years before Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country. After his election, many in the West learned of President Poroshenko as the chocolate king thanks to his confectionary company. But those who followed Ukraine’s …

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Increased Economic Pressure Will Help the Trump Administration End Russia’s War Against Ukraine 1:06:40

2M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Three years into the Kremlin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russian forces remain unable to achieve major advances on the battlefield, and Moscow’s economy is increasingly weak. President Donald Trump has threatened to increase pressure on Russia if the Kremlin does not negotiate an end to the war. But President Vladimir Putin shows no interest …

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China Human Rights Policy for the New Administration 52:44

2M ago52:44

52:44

Join Hudson for an event to launch a new policy memo coauthored by Olivia Enos, Sophie Richardson, and Anouk Wear: “Prioritizing Human Rights in US Policy toward China: A Guide for the Next Administration.” The event will discuss the report’s findings and its recommendations for challenging the Chinese Communist Party over its deepening repression …

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An Assessment of the US Nuclear Enterprise with NNSA Administrator Jill Hruby 47:35

2M ago47:35

47:35

Jill Hruby, the under secretary for nuclear security of the United States Department of Energy and administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration, helps guide the US nuclear security mission. In her roles, she works to deliver modernized weapons on schedule, revitalize the nuclear production complex, and develop advanced capabilities…

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Georgia on Your Mind: An Event with President Salome Zourabichvili 1:12:12

3M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

Mass demonstrations have been sweeping through Georgia since the country’s parliamentary elections in late October, which observers widely regard as fraudulent. The crisis escalated in November when Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced that Georgia would suspend its European Union membership talks until at least 2028. In recent years, Kobakhi…

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Exploiting America’s Strengths in Software and Operational Innovation 1:30:09

3M ago1:30:09

1:30:09

The United States and its allies face increasingly capable adversaries who have benefited from the recent proliferation of military technologies and a range of geographic advantages. The Pentagon cannot roll back technology, change the map, or out-build an opponent like China, so US forces will need to gain an edge through operational creativity an…

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US-Taiwan Trade and Technology for the Next US Administration 46:58

3M ago46:58

46:58

America’s and Taiwan’s economic and security interests are fundamentally interconnected. While Taiwan is not the United States’ largest trading partner, Taiwanese-manufactured semiconductors are essential to US industry. Taiwanese companies are also investing more in US semiconductor manufacturing, advancing America’s ability to produce the most po…

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Homeland Security and the China Challenge: A Conversation with Congressman Mark Green 51:17

3M ago51:17

51:17

The Chinese Communist Party’s successful efforts to breach American telecommunications networks, target critical infrastructure, and support a fentanyl epidemic that has now killed hundreds of thousands of Americans show that China poses a considerable threat to the United States. To overcome the threat posed by the People’s Republic of China and i…

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Accelerating Replicator and Fielding Technologies for Today’s Fight 57:29

4M ago57:29

57:29

The Pentagon began the Replicator Initiative in August 2023 to rapidly field and scale existing technologies to address high-priority operational problems. In the last year, Replicator 1 has put numerous aerial and naval drones into the hands of American operators. The recently announced Replicator 2 will address one of the most challenging threats…

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What’s Ahead for Innovators and Creators in the New Trump Administration? 1:21:42

4M ago1:21:42

1:21:42

Join Hudson for a discussion with renowned intellectual property experts including former United States Patent and Trademark Office Director Andrei Iancu, Dinsmore’s Brian O’Shaughnessy, and the Special Competitive Studies Project’s Rama Elluru. They will explore potential policy changes, challenges, and opportunities for the innovation and creativ…

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Sanctioned Voices: Spotlighting China’s Global Repression 1:08:39

4M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

Hudson Institute’s China Center, the National Security Institute, and the International Republican Institute will cohost an event with human rights advocates and national security experts to address China’s escalating campaign of domestic and international repression. The discussion will cover China’s use of economic sanctions, surveillance, and co…

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India and China in 2025 1:05:30

4M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

As 2025 approaches, the new United States presidential administration will need to define and implement a new approach to the world’s two most populous nations, India and China. As decades of US economic engagement with Communist China give way to global competition, India’s rise as an economic and military partner presents new opportunities for Am…

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The State of Israel’s War against the Resistance Axis with Brig. Gen. (Res.) Amir Avivi 59:26

4M ago59:26

59:26

Since the October 7 attack, Israel has been engaged in a multifront war against Iran and its resistance axis proxies. While Israel has notched significant successes—neutralizing Hamas, crippling Hezbollah, and undermining Iran’s strategic posture—Jerusalem still faces substantial threats. Join Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East Direct…

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Taiwan’s Security Needs for the Next US Administration 50:30

4M ago50:30

50:30

The United States is growing increasingly concerned over the security of Taiwan. While Taipei is not a US treaty ally, peace and stability around the island serve America’s political, security, and economic interests. But the People’s Republic of China is increasingly threatening Taiwan’s democratic political system, territorial security, and free …

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Reauthorizing the National Quantum Initiative 1:10:43

4M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

In 2018, President Donald Trump signed into law the National Quantum Initiative (NQI), which set aside $1.2 billion to advance quantum technology and information science. Almost six years later, the NQI reauthorization bill, which will extend federal support for this technology that promises to transform economic and national security, awaits appro…

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Moldova’s Euro-Atlantic Future with President of the Parliament Igor Grosu and Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi 56:55

4M ago56:55

56:55

Moldova recently held presidential elections and a national referendum on the country’s possible European Union membership. In both cases, Moldovans voted for the Euro-Atlantic cause. Still, the country faces a number of challenges, including Russian hybrid warfare and political meddling. Additionally, Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine threatens Moldova…

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Why Local Stakeholders Support the Nippon Steel–US Steel Deal 1:02:43

4M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

In December 2023, Nippon Steel agreed to purchase US Steel for $14.9 billion and to invest an additional $2.7 billion in local plants. Many supported the deal because it would strengthen the American steel industry and protect the United States market from Chinese dumping. But United Steel Workers (USW) leadership joined various national politician…

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The State of the Middle East with Representative Joe Wilson 59:28

4M ago59:28

59:28

Join Director of the Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East Michael Doran for a conversation with United States Representative Joe Wilson (R-SC), senior member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and chair of the Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia. They will discuss the post–October 7 Middle East and the…

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How the Trump Administration Can Reform the Foreign Service 1:09:38

4M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

In the 100 years since the 1924 Rogers Act, many reforms have been proposed to make the Foreign Service more effective. Congress this year funded the bipartisan Congressional Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State to “examine the changing nature of diplomacy and the ways in which the department can modernize to advance th…

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Martyrs of Communism 1:24:04

4M ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Earlier this year, international headlines reported that Nicaraguan human rights leader Bishop Rolando José Álvarez was exiled. The Nicaraguan regime had recently thrown him and hundreds of Nicaraguan priests into prison without basic due process for spurious, political reasons. But media coverage did not evaluate how this persecution fits into a p…

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100 Days of the Kursk Operation: What the US Can Do to Help Ukraine 40:09

4M ago40:09

40:09

On August 6, Ukraine launched an audacious military operation into Russia’s Kursk Oblast. One hundred days later, the Ukrainians still hold a sizeable chunk of Russian territory. The operation has achieved its initial objectives: changing the narrative of the conflict, reminding the world that Ukraine can succeed on the battlefield, and forcing Rus…

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Competing with China on Critical Minerals 59:54

4M ago59:54

59:54

The United States’ abundant natural resources will be crucial to gaining the upper hand in America’s strategic competition with the People’s Republic of China. But to leverage these resources, the US needs to rebuild its domestic rare earths and critical minerals industries. Hudson’s Mike Gallagher will host James Litinsky, founder, chairman, and C…

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Addressing Threats to Digital Rights in Hong Kong 1:03:18

4M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Hudson Institute is pleased to host the launch of Hong Kong Watch’s latest report, Invisible Decline: Violations of Digital Rights in Hong Kong and Their Impact. In the report, Anouk Wear examines how digital rights in Hong Kong have declined amid the Chinese government’s crackdown and what the United States and the international community can do t…

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The Myth of American Inequality 54:35

4M ago54:35

54:35

In The Myth of American Inequality: How Government Biases Policy Debate, which the Wall Street Journal named a best book of 2022, former United States Senator Phil Gramm, Robert Ekelund, and John Early challenge popular notions about income inequality and its effect on Americans. The Myth of American Inequality shows “that the way we collect and re…

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Strategic Challenges Facing the US–South Korea Alliance 1:33:52

4M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

President-elect Donald Trump will bring a new agenda and a different approach to the United States’ alliances compared to the outgoing Biden administration. How should the second Trump administration balance US national security interests while building on Washington’s strong alliance with the Republic of Korea (ROK)? The two governments recently “…

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Big Ideas for America’s New National Security Team 45:37

4M ago45:37

45:37

The next four years of American foreign policy will be crucial. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Israel, the Biden administration failed to fulfill its commitments, and China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea have seized on this opportunity to increase their collaboration. America’s global allies and partners have looked on nervously as this axis of aut…

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