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Fareed Zakaria joins Brian Hanson to talk about the effects of COVID-19 around the world.

Economist Derek Scissors joins the Council on this episode of Wait Just a Minute.

While our world is more connected than ever, it's also more competitive and prone to conflict. Guest Mark Leonard explains why stronger links launched the "age of unpeace."

Cécile Shea joined the BBC to discuss the assassination of Shinzo Abe and how important he was to Japan's modern identity.

Richard Longworth, author of "Chicago and the World: 100 years of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs," talks with Council President Ivo H. Daalder and former Council presidents John E. Rielly and Marshall M. Bouton.

If Russia's war on Ukraine continues to escalate, could nuclear weapons enter the picture? Emma Belcher looks at the risk and what we can do to reduce the threat.

President Biden's approach to his first NATO summit shows he understands the importance of competition with China instead of confrontation, Council President Ivo Daalder explains to BBC World News.

During Pride month, we delve into the historical context and societal factors that have shaped Uganda's stance on LGBTQ rights.

Hostage taking is as old as time, but today the world faces new tactics and unprecedented challenges; what can be done?

As the Ukraine crisis continues, how should we understand Russia's larger political aims?

Investigative reporter Catherine Belton joins Deep Dish host Brian Hanson to explain Vladimir Putin's rise to power.

Amy Webb discusses artificial intelligence.

Judd Devermont and Neil Munshi explain why Mali's instability is a threat to Africa's Sahel region.

To ensure the sustainability of the global food and agriculture system, farmers must embrace diversification.

"Intentions matter," Council President Ivo Daalder explains in a conversation with CNN's Jim Sciutto after President Biden's first NATO meetings.

Insurrection at one of the symbols of US democracy shows the deep tension in American politics.

"The idea that somehow NATO has no interest in the Pacific and should stay away is a misnomer and is not going to happen," says Council President Ivo Daalder on CNN.

USAID's Jim Barnhart joins Deep Dish to explain why there’s still hope for eradicating hunger within this generation.

Disinformation drives Philippines' election leading to TikTok star Marcos' win.

Graeme Wood discusses the difference between ISIS and al Qaeda.

Just a few weeks after announcing the exit, the United States is already making progress withdrawing troops and resources from the site of America's longest war.

Coup d’états are on the rise globally. Can they be stopped? Experts Jonathan Powell and Erica De Bruin join Deep Dish to offer their solutions.

Emmanuel Macron tries to assuage Russia’s concerns, but no one ever truly implemented the Minks Agreement he’s rousing, explains Ivo Daalder on CBC's Power & Politics.

The University of Chicago's Robert Pape joins Deep Dish to help us understand the right -and wrong- ways to end the United States' longest war.

What role should the United States play in the Middle East after leaving Afghanistan?

Dr. Alaa Murabit discusses gender equality.

As President Biden arrives in Europe, Council President Ivo Daalder explains what to expect from the first in-person meetings with European allies.

"What Putin wants is something we can't give him through diplomacy," says Council President Ivo Daalder on CNN with Jake Tapper.

Jared Cohen joins us for this episode of Wait Just a Minute.

In the world of realpolitik, are Russia's demands of NATO fair? Council President Ivo Daalder discusses with Ghida Fakhry on Inside America.

Ivo Daalder, Chuck Hagel, Malcolm Rifkind, and Kevin Rudd join Brian Hanson to explain why the current security environment could restart nuclear proliferation.

Host Brian Hanson checks the pulse of democracy in Nicaragua with researcher Ryan Berg and journalist Cindy Regidor.

Can the United States and Russia still work together on nuclear nonproliferation?

Michael Woldemariam and Ertharin Cousin join the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Deep Dish podcast to discuss the relationship between Ethiopia and Eritrea.

Economist Thomas Piketty joins Deep Dish to examine the ideas that drive persistent global inequality and the solutions he believes will produce a more equitable future.

A panel of experts discusses how cities can combat urban violence.

Deep Dish dissects the surprising election results and what they mean for Poland’s future within the EU.

Princeton University's Laurence Ralph and the Council on Criminal Justice's Thomas Abt join Deep Dish to explain why police brutality is not a uniquely American phenomenon.

Samuel Kling takes a minute to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on big cities and how cities can benefit from high density in a pandemic.

China and Russia dominate the future of the transatlantic alliance, Council President Ivo Daalder explains to CNN.

Could the Western Balkans region become a ‘second front’ in the Russia’s conflict with the West? Tim Judah and Ilva Tare join Deep Dish to discuss.

In lieu of a new World Review, Ivo Daalder talks with Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd about the foreign policy objectives of the United States and China and how these superpowers can prevent competition from sparking a conflict.

Deep Dish confronts America’s deadly fentanyl crisis and the struggle to stop the flood of fentanyl from entering the country.

Putin claims he’s fixing a historic wrong in Ukraine. Historian Kathryn David joins Deep Dish to share the truth.

Victor Cha and Sue Mi Terry explain why North Korea's latest missile launches are a sign of impatience with the United States and how to deescalate the situation.

The recent ICC arrest warrant for Putin has sparked global attention, but what about the children abducted during conflict?

Ryan Crocker, who served as a US ambassador, joins Deep Dish to discuss America’s relationship with Iran and Iraq.

Principal Scientist, Abbott Surveillance Program, Mary Rodgers, PhD, takes a minute to discuss the importance of anitbody testing and what we have learned from the pandemic.

University of Pennsylvania's John Gans joins us for this episode of Wait Just a Minute.

Cameron Munter and Tanvi Madan join the Council’s Deep Dish podcast to explain what you need to know about the ongoing crisis between India and Pakistan.