Best Jeff Blanchette Podcasts (2024)

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French Election Fallout and a NATO Summit Recap with Camille Grand 45:07

2h ago45:07

45:07

Max and Donatienne recap the recent NATO summit in Washington, DC (00:48) and discuss the fallout from the French legislative elections (04:55). Then, they turn to a conversation with Camille Grand, Distinguished Policy Fellow at ECFR, to discuss the implications of the NATO summit on European security (16:26). Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS P…

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The Tussle for Top EU Jobs and a Conversation with YouGov’s Marcus Roberts 46:34

12d ago46:34

46:34

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent nominations for top EU jobs, as Ursula von der Leyen stays in pole position to secure another five-year term as Commission president (00:44). Then, they turn to a conversation with Marcus Roberts, Chief of Public Data at YouGov, to preview the UK elections and discuss broader trends in European politics (13:57)…

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Macron's Snap Election Gamble and a Conversation with Lieutenant General Michiel van der Laan 34:53

25d ago34:53

34:53

Max and Donatienne discuss the results from the European Parliament elections where the far-right made significant gains but failed to deliver a decisive blow to the incumbent centrist coalition (01:07). Then, they turn to a bold move by French President Emmanuel Macron to dissolve parliament and call snap elections after his liberal Renaissance pa…

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European Elections Bonanza and a Conversation with Dan Kelemen 37:45

1M ago37:45

37:45

Max and Donatienne discuss the latest polling figures for the European Parliament election (1:00) and Rishi Sunak’s decision to call an early election in the U.K. on July 4th (7:34). Then, they look ahead to President Biden’s state visit to France, in part to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day (12:16). Finally, they turn to a conversation with Dan …

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Fico Assassination Attempt, New Dutch Government, and a Conversation with Jude Blanchette 41:15

2M ago41:15

41:15

Max and Donatienne discuss the assassination attempt on Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico (0:53) and the announcement of a new Dutch government (0:53). Then, they turn to a conversation with Jude Blanchette, Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, for a conversation about President Xi’s recent trip to Europe and the state of Sino-Russian ties (…

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Bonus Episode: Protests in Georgia and European Implications with Tinatin Japaridze and Eto Buziashvili 51:50

2M ago51:50

51:50

For today's special bonus episode, Max sat down with Tinatin Japaridze and Eto Buziashvili to discuss the ongoing protests taking place in Georgia. Georgian civil society is mobilizing yet again in opposition to the controversial "foreign agents" law being pushed by the ruling Georgian Dream party. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts…

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Macron’s Sorbonne Speech, Previewing the EU Parliament Election, and a Conversation with Rebecca Christie 49:27

2M ago49:27

49:27

Max and Donatienne discuss Emmanuel Macron’s latest speech about the future of Europe (0:55). Then, they will begin to unpack the EU parliamentary election (08:53) before briefly discussing Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Europe (14:55). Finally, we will turn to a conversation with Rebecca Christie, Senior Fellow at Bruegel, for a co…

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U.S. National Security Supplemental Passes, Rise of Foreign Interference in European Politics, and a Conversation with Ambassador Ivo Daalder 50:29

3M ago50:29

50:29

Max’s Ukraine trip and the passage by the U.S. Congress of a national security supplemental (0:48), foreign interference (15:43), Ivo Daalder (23:22) Max and Donatienne discuss Max’s trip to Ukraine and the long-awaited passage of a U.S. national security supplemental (00:48). Then, they briefly discuss the recent flurry of foreign influence attemp…

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NATO Ministerial, TTC in Leuven, and a Conversation with Ignacio Molina 43:48

3M ago43:48

43:48

Donatienne and Otto discuss the recent meeting of NATO foreign ministers, including the Secretary-General Stoltenberg’s idea to set up a five-year, €100 billion fund to continue supporting Ukraine (01:03). Then, they will briefly discuss the latest meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council in Leuven, Belgium (11:15) and the results from the…

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March EUCO Summit, CEE Roundup, and a Conversation with Jeff Rathke 50:00

4M ago50:00

50:00

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent European Council meeting and the implications for Ukraine and European defense. Then, they turn to recent developments in Central and Eastern Europe, including Slovakia’s presidential election and the latest turmoil in negotiations to form a new Bulgarian government. Finally, Max and Donatienne turn to a conver…

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Franco-German Engine Sputters on Ukraine and a Conversation with Ambassador Charles Fries 53:46

4M ago53:46

53:46

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent Franco-German spat on Ukraine and the direction of European defense before turning to the EU’s new defense industrial strategy. Then, Max talks to Ambassador Charles Fries, Deputy Secretary General for Peace, Security and Defense at the European External Action Service (EEAS), about the EU’s role as a defense a…

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Von Der Leyen Vies for Second Term and a Conversation with Ilaria Mazzocco 44:56

5M ago44:56

44:56

Max and Donatienne discuss Ursula von der Leyen’s bid for a second term as European Commission President and Dutch PM Mark Rutte vying to succeed Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Secretary General. Finally, Max and Donatienne are joined by Ilaria Mazzocco, senior fellow with the Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at CSIS, for a conversation on…

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Trump’s NATO Comments and a Conversation with Emily Benson 44:27

5M ago44:27

44:27

Max and Donatienne discuss former President Donald Trump’s latest comments on NATO from the campaign trail in South Carolina and the reactions in Europe. Then, they briefly cover the recent protests by European farmers and the reemergence of a power-sharing government in Northern Ireland. Finally, Max and Donatienne are joined by Emily Benson, dire…

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Ukraine’s EU Funding Struggle and a Conversation with Catherine Belton 46:42

6M ago46:42

46:42

Max and Donatienne discuss Ukraine’s continued struggle to secure funding from the European Union. Then, we will turn to a conversation with Catherine Belton from the Washington Post on Russian attempts to influence European politics. Catherine reports on Russia and has written extensively on the Russian elite and security services. Learn more: Rus…

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EU Funding for Ukraine and a Conversation with Marcus Roberts 50:40

6M ago50:40

50:40

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent efforts to continue EU funding for Ukraine. Then, they are joined by Marcus Roberts, Chief of Public Data at Yougov, for a conversation about polling trends ahead of a major election year in Europe. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts Europe Needs a Paradigm Shift in How It Supports Ukraine…

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Reform of Stability and Growth Pact and a Conversation with Jim Townsend 41:29

6M ago41:29

41:29

Max and Otto discuss the recent reforms of the EU’s Stability and Growth Pact and what it portends for the European Union in 2024. Then, Max is joined by Jim Townsend, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (DASD) for European and NATO Policy and current adjunct senior fellow in the Transatlantic Security Program with the Center for a New Ame…

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EUCO Recap and 2023 Year in Review 36:30

7M ago36:30

36:30

Max and Donatienne recap the recent European Council meeting, where EU leaders agreed to open accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova but failed to agree on a $55 billion aid package. Then, they discuss some key events and developments from the past year and what they may portend for the year ahead. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcas…

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Dutch Elections, German Government in Disarray, and a Conversation with R. Dan Kelemen 41:17

7M ago41:17

41:17

Max and Donatienne recap the recent elections in the Netherlands where the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) secured a surprising victory. Then, they cover the latest turmoil following the German constitutional court’s decision to strike down the government’s attempt to repurpose COVID funds. Finally, Max is joined by R. Dan Kelemen, Senior Associa…

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Germany’s Debt Brake Strikes Again, Spain’s Pedro Sanchez Secures New Term, Portugal’s Costa Resigns, and a Conversation with Rym Momtaz 55:20

8M ago55:20

55:20

Max and Donatienne discuss a recent major blow to Germany’s environmental strategy, Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sanchez officially forming a new government, the resignation of Portuguese PM Antonio Costa, and the EU’s artillery promise to Ukraine falling flat. Then, Max is joined for a conversation with Rym Momtaz, consultant research fellow for E…

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Von der Leyen Visits Kyiv, Baerbock Calls for Bold EU Reforms, and an Exit Interview with Ambassador Stavros Lambrinidis 50:17

8M ago50:17

50:17

Max and Donatienne first discuss Ursula von der Leyen’s visit to Kyiv and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock’s call for bold EU reforms. Then, they are joined for an ‘exit interview’ with Stavros Lambrinidis, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States, as his time in Washington, DC comes to a close. Learn more: Russian Roulette | …

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Polish Election Results, the EU-US Summit, and a Conversation with David Lammy 41:44

9M ago41:44

41:44

Max and Donatienne first discuss the Polish election results and their broader implications for Europe. Then, they review the recent EU-US summit in Washington, D.C. Lastly, Max is joined for a conversation with David Lammy, the UK Shadow Foreign Secretary and Labour MP for Tottenham. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts Poland’s Election C…

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Polish Elections, EU Reaction to Crisis in Israel, the Future of Ukraine Security Assistance and a Conversation with Tara Varma 44:51

9M ago44:51

44:51

Max and Donatienne discuss the upcoming elections in Poland, the EU’s uncoordinated first reaction to the ongoing crisis in Israel, and how turbulence on Capitol Hill affects the future of security assistance to Ukraine. Then, they are joined for a conversation with Tara Varma, a visiting fellow in the Center of the United States and Europe at the …

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Von der Leyen’s State of the European Union Speech and a Conversation with Timothy Garton Ash 55:36

10M ago55:36

55:36

Max and Donatienne first look back at Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union speech and what it portends for her vision of Europe’s future. Then, they are joined for a conversation with Timothy Garton Ash, professor of European Studies at Oxford University, to discuss the history of contemporary Europe and his new book, Homelands: A Per…

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The EU’s Digital Services Act and a Conversation with Federico Steinberg 47:19

10M ago47:19

47:19

Max and Donatienne are first joined by Caitlin Chin, fellow with the CSIS Strategic Technologies Program, to discuss the impact of the EU’s Digital Services Act, as very large online platforms will now have to comply with Brussels’ online content rulebook. Then, they are joined for a conversation with Federico Steinberg, visiting fellow with the CS…

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Examining Irish Neutrality and a Conversation with Mujtaba Rahman 44:06

11M ago44:06

44:06

Max and Donatienne first recap their summer vacations in Europe, including an assessment of Irish neutrality in the current European political climate. Then, they are joined by Mujtaba (Mij) Rahman, managing director for Europe at political risk research and consulting firm Eurasia Group, for a conversation about the current state of European polit…

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The State of Europe’s Far Right and a Conversation with Charles Powell 35:22

12M ago35:22

35:22

Max and Donatienne first discuss the state of Europe’s far right following Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s recent visit to Washington. Then, Max is joined for a conversation with Charles Powell, director of the Elcano Royal Institute in Madrid, about the Spanish election results and their implications for the future of European politics. Le…

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Vilnius Summit Recap, Dutch Government Implodes, New EU Migration Deal, and a Conversation with Agon Maliqi 48:14

12M ago48:14

48:14

Max and Donatienne first discuss the recent NATO summit in Vilnius, the resignation of PM Mark Rutte’s government in the Netherlands, and the European Union’s ongoing migration problem, after EU leaders recently agreed to a new pact on asylum policy. Then, they are joined for a conversation with political analyst, activist, and media writer Agon Ma…

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The EU’s New Economic Security Strategy and a Conversation with Ambassador David Quarrey 56:48

1y ago56:48

56:48

Max and Donatienne are first joined by Federico Steinberg, visiting fellow at CSIS, to discuss the European Union’s new economic security strategy. Then, Max sits down with the United Kingdom’s Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador David Quarrey to preview the upcoming NATO summit in Vilnius. The interview has been edited for length and clar…

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Transforming European Defense: A New Focus on Integration 1:07:14

1y ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Max and Donatienne recently sat down with Marie Jourdain and Sean Monaghan to discuss a new CSIS report dissecting the state of European defense. The report calls for a critical role for the European Union to play in integrating and coordinating efforts to rebuild European militaries from the bottom-up. You can read the full report here and watch t…

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New CSIS Report on European Defense, Germany’s National Security Strategy, and a Conversation with Mathieu Droin 43:21

1y ago43:21

43:21

Max and Donatienne first discuss a new CSIS report about European defense integration and the EU’s role in rebuilding European militaries. They then cover Germany’s first ever national security strategy and a recent meeting between the leaders of France, Germany, and Poland ahead of the NATO summit in July. Lastly, Max and Donatienne turn to a conv…

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Macron Extends Olive Branch to Eastern Europe, The European Political Community Summit, and a Conversation with John Christianson 41:28

1y ago41:28

41:28

Max and Donatienne discuss French President Emmanuel Macron’s speech at the GLOBSEC Bratislava Global Security Forum where he called for tangible and credible security guarantees for Ukraine. They then cover the recent European Political Community summit in Moldova and discuss the EPC in relation to EU enlargement. Lastly, Max and Donatienne turn t…

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Meta Fined for Privacy Breaches, Recapping Turkish Elections, and a Conversation with Dan Keleman 54:04

1y ago54:04

54:04

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent 1.2B euro fine levied at Meta, the U.S. tech giant controlling Facebook, for breaching the EU’s GDPR rulebook – the largest such fine in the 5-year history of the privacy regulation. They then cover the recent first round of the Turkish elections, where President Erdogan outperformed polling figures and is now …

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Tories Battered in UK Local Elections, A Rant about the Stability and Growth Pact, and a Conversation with Jude Blanchette 53:42

1y ago53:42

53:42

Max and Donatienne discuss the Tories’ resounding defeat in local UK elections, renewed debates about the Stability and Growth Pact, and European Commissioner Thierry Breton’s push to ramp up Europe’s artillery production. They then turn to a conversation with Jude Blanchette, who holds the Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS, to discuss Sino-Eu…

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Poland and Hungary Block Ukrainian Grain, Greek Democracy in Decline, and a Turkey Election Preview with Ilke Toygür 46:53

1y ago46:53

46:53

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent dispute over European blockages of grain imports from Ukraine and the state of media freedom and democracy in Greece. They then turn to a conversation with Ilke Toygür, non-resident senior associate with the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia program, to preview Turkey’s upcoming presidential and parliamentary el…

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Xi courts Macron in Beijing, Finland joins NATO, and a Conversation with Emily Benson 38:07

1+ y ago38:07

38:07

Max and Donatienne discuss French president Emmanuel Macron’s recent visit to China and Finland’s long-awaited formal accession to NATO. They then turn to a conversation with Emily Benson to discuss the latest transatlantic tension stemming from the Inflation Reduction Act. Learn More: Analyzing the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechani…

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France’s Pension Reforms, E-Fuels Spat, and Elections in Finland and Bulgaria 29:20

1+ y ago29:20

29:20

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent protests in France following President Macron’s controversial pension reform. They then cover the spat over the European Union’s e-fuels regulation, which roiled a recent European Council summit in Stockholm. Finally, they preview upcoming elections in Finland and Bulgaria, which could have implications for con…

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Von der Leyen Visits Washington and a Conversation with Kakha Gogolashvili on Georgia’s Foreign Agents Law 38:56

1+ y ago38:56

38:56

In this week’s episode of The Eurofile, Max and Donatienne discuss Ursula von der Leyen’s visit to Washington, D.C. and the prospect of closer transatlantic cooperation in the context of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Following their conversation, they sit down with Kakha Gogolashvili, Senior Fellow and Director of EU Studies at the Georgian Foundat…

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European Defense Cooperation, A New EU-U.K. Deal, and Takeaways from the Munich Security Conference 51:08

1+ y ago51:08

51:08

In this week’s episode of The Eurofile, Max and Donatienne discuss the recent post-Brexit EU-U.K. deal and takeaways from the Munich Security Conference. Following their conversation, they sit down with Sean Monaghan, visiting fellow with the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program and an expert on European defense, to discuss the current state of…

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Assessing Europe One Year After Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine 1:10:19

1+ y ago1:10:19

1:10:19

In this week’s special episode of The Eurofile marking the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Max and Donatienne discuss Europe’s response to the war. They are joined by Dr. Kathleen McInnis, Senior Fellow with the CSIS International Security Program and Director of the Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative, as well as Jim Townsend…

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Ukraine’s EU Candidacy, Fighter Jets, Migration, and a Conversation with Jan Philipp Albrecht 50:31

1+ y ago50:31

50:31

In this week’s episode of The Eurofile, Max and Donatienne discuss the recent special meeting of the European Council and the key takeaways for Ukraine’s EU candidacy, weapons deliveries, and Europe’s migration policy. Following their conversation, they sit down with Jan Philipp Albrecht, former MEP and Co-President of the Heinrich Böll Foundation,…

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Czech Elections, Tanks Released, the State of Europe’s Economy, and a Conversation with Thierry Breton 1:01:03

1+ y ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent Czech elections and the long-awaited delivery of Western tanks to Ukraine. They are then joined by Federico Steinberg, an economist and visiting fellow with the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, from the Elcano Institute in Madrid to talk Europe’s economy and the transatlantic food fight over the Inflat…

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Welcome to The Eurofile! – Corruption, Tanks, and Zeitenwende 42:44

1+ y ago42:44

42:44

On the inaugural episode of The Eurofile, Max and Donatienne talk Qatargate and tanks, two issues causing heated debate in Europe right now. Later on, they sit down with Sophia Besch, Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, to discuss Zeitenwende and all things German foreign and defense policy.…

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The Eurofile Trailer 1:10

1+ y ago1:10

1:10

Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the Stuart Ceneter and the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, and Donatienne Ruy, director of the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS, “The Eurofile” looks at Europe through a Washington lens. We will discuss, debate, and dissect the big issues consuming Europe with some of the leading voices from the tr…

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Loyal to a Fault 24:16

5y ago24:16

24:16

In this episode, I discuss the double standard regarding loyalty in sports when it comes to players and owners.

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Episode 2 - Taking a Step Back 28:20

5y ago28:20

28:20

In this episode, I explain why it's unfair to judge players by the amount of rings they have. Also news on the new-look Lakers, and rumors surrounding the Rockets.

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Episode 1 - Pilot 39:44

5y ago39:44

39:44

My first ever podcast! In this episode, I discuss the Anthony Davis trade, the future of the Pelicans, what's happening with Andrew Wiggins, and more.

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