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**World Affairs Conversations**

Distinguished speakers from government, academic organizations, and the business community present timely lectures on international events affecting our lives. For more information: www.waccharleston.org

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Dispatch from the Middle East Sep 25, 2026

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Mary Bell-Ruiz on a Region in Realignment

The Spirit of America May 06, 2026

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Jim Hake, founder and CEO of Spirit of America, talks about an unprecedented partnership with the U.S. Dept. of Defense, "patriotism without politics," and why the untapped power of the American people may be one of our greatest national security assets.

Declassified: A Conversation with John Powers Apr 09, 2026

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John Powers leads the Office of the Historian at the U.S. Department of State, where his team of historians and information professionals decides which chapters of America's foreign policy history are ready for the public to read.

Decisions That Matter: Africa, the NSC, and Leading in Uncertainty Mar 25, 2026

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Retired Major General Jami Shawley unpacks the evolving landscape of U.S. strategy in Africa—from rising investment and great power competition to persistent security challenges and offers a behind-the-scenes look at how high-stakes policy decisions are made, with candid leadership lessons for the next generation in complex, uncertain environments.

A conversation with John Hewko Dec 19, 2025

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With government spending on social needs and services declining worldwide, the role of civil society is more crucial than ever. John Hewko, general secretary and CEO of Rotary Int'l and the Rotary Foundation, speaks to the important role of global organizations in filling the gap to promote peace and address social needs and services at all levels.

Diplomacy, Democracy and Regional Vectors Nov 21, 2025

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Amb. Jimmy Story provides a real-time perspective on prospects for democracy in Venezuela and the Western Hemisphere

Life and Marriage in the CIA Sep 24, 2025

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Rolf and Rosie Mowatt-Larssen offer a fascinating glimpse into their careers in the CIA, as employees and spouses.

New Threats to Journalism May 21, 2025

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A conversation with Andy Alexander, award-winning journalist and news industry leader, about threats and challenges to journalists around the globe – and here at home.

Dispatch from the Middle East Apr 25, 2025

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A conversation about a region in turmoil as the Administration upends traditional international relations and the functioning of our diplomatic corps.

US Diplomacy in the 21st Century Mar 21, 2025

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The president of the American Foreign Service Association on the challenges facing our diplomats in a time of unprecedented change and the rewards of a diplomatic career

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