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PolicyCast
Professor Joe Nye coined the term “soft power.” He says America's is in decline under Trump

PolicyCast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 31:17


Joseph S. Nye Jr. is a Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, Emeritus, and former Dean of Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. He has served as assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs, as chairman of the National Intelligence Council, and as deputy undersecretary of state for security assistance, science and technology. In a recent survey of international relations scholars, he was ranked as the most influential scholar on American foreign policy, and in 2011, Foreign Policy named him one of the top 100 Global Thinkers. His most recent book, published in 2024, is “A Life in the American Century.” His other books include “The Power to Lead,” “The Future of Power,” “Presidential Leadership and the Creation of the American Era,” and "Is the American Century Over?” He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the British Academy, and the American Academy of Diplomacy. He received his bachelor's degree summa cum laude from Princeton University, won a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University, and earned a PhD in political science from Harvard. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill. 

Global Insights
U.S. Soft Power in a Changing World with Professor Joseph Nye

Global Insights

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 38:35


Visit us at Network2020.org.The Trump administration's recent foreign policy decisions—including the pause on foreign aid, the closure of USAID, and an assertive approach to negotiations—have raised questions about the trajectory of U.S. soft power. In a world where power is increasingly diffuse and economic and political relationships are fuzzy, what will be the role of soft power in shaping international norms and achieving diplomatic goals? The cyclical nature of soft power, particularly in contrast to China's expanding global footprint, underscores the need to contextualize these shifts within broader geopolitical trends.Join us for a discussion with Professor Joseph Nye, University Distinguished Service Professor, Emeritus and former Dean of the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and former Chair of the National Intelligence Council. His latest book A Life in the American Century traces the rise and transformation of U.S. power while contemplating the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. A leading thinker on soft power, Professor Nye will put Washington's recent actions into context, highlighting how they have influenced America's global standing. As countries navigate evolving trade dynamics and strategic realignments, this conversation will explore whether U.S. soft power can adapt to an increasingly competitive international landscape.Music by Sergii Pavkin from Pixabay.

Explaining History (explaininghistory) (explaininghistory)
The rise and fall of American soft power

Explaining History (explaininghistory) (explaininghistory)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 31:58


What is soft power? It was a term conceptualised by Joseph Nye at the end of the Cold War to encapsulate America's moral and cultural appeal to the world. The current decline in the use of soft power by Trump administration was first accelerated by the neocons under George W. Bush, who accepted explicitly that the War on Terror would mean the abandonment of the pretence of moral leadership and this was encapsulated by torture at Abu Ghraib prison, rendition flights and Guantanamo Bay. This podcast explores the meaning and importance to America's empire of soft power and what the world will look like without it.Help the podcast to continue bringing you history each weekIf you enjoy the Explaining History podcast and its many years of content and would like to help the show continue, please consider supporting it in the following ways:If you want to go ad-free, you can take out a membership hereOrYou can support the podcast via Patreon hereOr you can just say some nice things about it here Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eastern Front
Soft Power and the War in Ukraine (with Joseph Nye)

The Eastern Front

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 33:59


On this episode of The Eastern Front, Dalibor and Iulia welcome Joseph Nye, professor emeritus at Harvard's Kennedy School and pioneer of the theory of soft power to discuss the role of soft power in the context of the war in Ukraine. How should we determine who is winning and who is losing between Russia and Ukraine? Is Russia overperforming in terms of soft power? Dalibor and Iulia cover what you need to know about Zelenskyy's US visit and recent elections in Europe in their news section. What aspects of the Ukrainian peace plan are the most essential for its success? What do election results in Germany and Austria mean for support for Ukraine?Show notes: Sign up for The Eastern Front‘s bi-weekly newsletter here and follow us on X here. Find Iulia's recommended article by Ben Taub here.

Horns of a Dilemma
Joseph Nye on Scholarship and Practice in International Relations

Horns of a Dilemma

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 45:22


Frank Gavin, chair of TNSR's editorial board, talks with Joseph Nye about his new memoir, "A Life in the American Century." This fascinating conversation covers a range of issues, including lessons from Nye's extensive experience as an influential analyst, policymaker, and scholar.

The Innovation Civilization Podcast
#21 - Joseph S. Nye - Civilization In The American Century : The Good, The Bad And The World That Lies Ahead

The Innovation Civilization Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 40:42


  In season 2, we kick-off with America's foremost foreign policy scholar, Dr. Joseph Nye, the former Assistant Secretary of Defense and former Dean of Harvard Kennedy School of Government, to talk about how the American Century has shaped our civilization and what lies ahead in the road.   Dr. Nye shares his profound insights on:   - His personal reflections from his latest released book   - The essence and impact of soft power, hard power and 'smart' power in shaping international relations, drawing from his extensive experience and academic work   - Analyzing the concept of the "American Century," its historical context, and its relevance in today's shifting global order   - Discussing the strategic challenges and opportunities presented by nuclear non-proliferation, with a focus on his contributions during the Carter administration   - Providing a forward-looking perspective on the rise of Asia, particularly China and India, and the implications for global economic and political dynamics   - Navigating through the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, from its triumphs to its missteps, and envisioning the path forward in an increasingly multipolar world   - His thoughts on contemporary wars: from Israel-Palestine to Ukraine-Russia   Accompanying Dr. Nye, we're privileged to have our very dear friend of the pod, Jon Cayzer who's a UK civil servant, adding depth to the conversation with his expertise and experience in public services and policy advising.   Join us as Dr. Joseph Nye artfully connects past influences with present challenges, offering a roadmap for understanding and navigating the future of international relations.   Follow our host Waheed Nabeel (@iwaheedo), for more updates on tech, civilizational growth, progress studies, and emerging markets.   Here are the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players, you should be able to click the timestamp for the episode.     (00:00) - Introduction to Joseph Nye and his seminal contributions   (02:13) - Nye's background and defining moments in global politics   (07:04) - The American Century revisited: implications for global leadership   (12:50) - The evolution and significance of soft power in the modern era   (14:47) - Is the U.S.'s current foreign policy, particularly its support for Israel's actions in Gaza, leading to a decrease in its soft power, similar to the impact of the Iraq War?   (16:46) - Is the current perceived political polarization in the U.S. truly unprecedented, or is it a return to historical levels of division experienced in past eras like the FDR presidency?   (18:36) - Can the U.S. and China avoid the Thucydides Trap and prevent military conflict?   (23:56) - Should Ukraine join NATO?   (25:14) - Is China, despite its hard power, struggling to amplify its soft power on the global stage?   (28:05) - How can a small country effectively increase its soft power—is it through cultural promotion like the British Council and Confucius Institute, or are there other strategies?   (29:46) - In light of populism and Brexit, how can the UK rejuvenate its smart power and reestablish its international standing post-EU?   (32:16) - How do advancements in technology and AI affect a country's balance of soft and hard power?   (33:36) - Does the fragmentation of media through technologies like social media endanger the consensus-building essential to democracy in the 21st century?   (35:32) - How can America, known for its innovation, adapt its foundational principles and values for future generations to bridge to the next century, moving beyond the notion of American exceptionalism?   (37:35) - Discussing the shift in American values from 1998 to 2023, how has the perception of patriotism and other core values evolved over time?   (27:20) - Analyzing Asia's rise and its global ramifications   (33:35) - The interplay of technology, AI, and international relations   (36:50) - Envisioning the future of diplomacy and international cooperation   (39:07) - Outro  

Maintenant, vous savez
Qu'est-ce que le soft power ?

Maintenant, vous savez

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 4:42


Il fut un temps où la seule façon d'affirmer sa puissance, c'était la violence, la guerre. Depuis plusieurs décennies, le pouvoir d'un Etat ou d'un groupe s'évalue aussi à son Soft Power, c'est-à-dire sa capacité à influencer les autres en diffusant son modèle culturel. Le Soft Power n'est pas nouveau : la Grèce antique, la monarchie française au 18è siècle, la culture britannique du 19è siècle… ont tour à tour exercé une influence dans le monde entier. Mais c'est en 1990 que le concept de Soft Power est développé par Joseph Nye, un professeur de Relations internationales. Pour lui, la mondialisation ne permet plus d'utiliser seulement la contrainte militaire, autrement dit le “hard power”. Depuis la fin de la guerre froide, son pays, les Etats-Unis, l'a compris et exerce une nouvelle forme de pouvoir très efficace, qui repose sur sa capacité à séduire et persuader les autres. Ce soft power s'applique aux Etats, mais aussi aux institutions internationales, aux ONG, aux entreprises ou aux mouvements citoyens.  Mais concrètement ça repose sur quoi ? Qui sont les rois du soft power ? Qu'est-ce que le soft power à la française ? Écoutez la suite de cet épisode de "Maintenant vous savez". Un podcast Bababam Originals, écrit et réalisé par Quentin Tenaud. À écouter aussi : Peut-on vraiment tomber amoureux d'une IA ? Qu'est-ce que le point du mari ? Qu'est-ce que le Bare Minimum Monday, qui empêcherait le burn-out ? Retrouvez tous les épisodes de "Maintenant vous savez". Suivez Bababam sur Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bookstack
Episode 128: Joseph S. Nye Jr. on Postwar America

Bookstack

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 27:12


Joseph Nye's prominent dual roles as policymaker and foreign affairs academic have rendered him one of the most important observers of U.S. foreign policy since World War II. In his new book, A Life in the American Century (https://www.politybooks.com/bookdetail?book_slug=a-life-in-the-american-century--9781509560684), the statesman-scholar looks back on the last century's events from a personal and historical perspective. He joins host Richard Aldous to discuss, among other things, the erosion of U.S. soft power in the last two decades, the diverging paths U.S. foreign policy could take following the next presidential election, and the country's enduring resilience.

The Debrief
Episode 3: Diplomacy and the State Department

The Debrief

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 29:00


The State Department is the oldest Cabinet-level agency in the United States, with over 250 U.S. diplomatic posts worldwide and 70 to 80 thousand employees, almost half of whom are U.S. citizens. The structure of the State Department and career tracks for our nation's diplomats both at home and abroad can sometimes be opaque for understanding the full range of activities and missions it serves. Unpacking these matters are Dr. Mary Thompson-Jones, professor and chair of Women, Peace and Security at the U.S. Naval War College and retired career diplomat in the Senior Foreign Service, and Walter Braunohler, Minister Counselor in the Senior Foreign Service and professor of national security affairs at the U.S. Naval War College.About the Speakers:Dr. Mary Thompson-Jones is a career diplomat, professor, and published author on U.S. foreign policy and the practice of diplomacy. Her book, To the Secretary: Leaked Embassy Cables and America's Foreign Policy Disconnect (Norton 2016), was praised by Joseph Nye as “a fascinating account of how diplomacy really works from the bottom up.” Her diplomatic experience spans a 23-year career as a foreign service officer in leadership roles in the Czech Republic, Canada, Guatemala, Spain, and Washington, D.C. She retired with the rank of Minister-Counselor and is the recipient of several Superior and Meritorious Honor awards. Before coming to the USNWC, she directed a master's program at Northeastern University.Walter Braunohler is the State Department's senior faculty advisor at the U.S. Naval War College. A U.S. foreign service officer for over 20 years, Mr. Braunohler was most recently the counselor for public diplomacy at the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine from 2020-2022. Prior to that, Mr. Braunohler was the U.S. consul general in Krakow, Poland from 2015-2018 and the spokesperson for the U.S. Mission to Thailand, Bangkok. He has also served in Sudan, Australia, Iraq and Washington, D.C. A graduate of the University of Michigan and the U.S. Naval War College, Mr. Braunohler speaks Thai, Polish and Ukrainian, and is originally from western Michigan.The views presented by the faculty or other guest speakers do not reflect official positions of the Naval War College, DON or DOD.

Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters
The Clarissa Ward Interview | CNN's Chief International Correspondent Discusses The Stories That Made Her Career

Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 25:49


It is the week between Christmas and New Years so I wanted to do something a little different this week and bring you one of my favorite episodes from deep in the archives. Now, I started Global Dispatches ten years ago, in 2013. And back then, aside from the BBC, there weren't really any international affairs and world news podcasts. Today, of course, the landscape is a bit richer and I am happy for that--I don't view other international affaris podcasts as competition, but rather believe that a rising tide lifts all boats so the more the merrier. But ten years ago the podcast industry was in its infancy and the format of Global Dispatches was a bit different than it is today. I would sit down with people who had interesting lives or careers in foreign policy and international affairs and interview them about their life and career, with digressions about the historic foreign policy moments in which their or career intersected. I did around 200 of these longform biographical interviews over the first several years of the podcast. I did so many of these I can't name them all here, but some names you might recognize include George Mitchell, James Stavridis, Joseph Nye, Nick Kristoff, Robin Wright, Fareed Zacharia, Jessica Tuchman Matthews, Dennis Ross, Linda Thomas Greenfield, and so many more. These interviews are mostly behind a paywall at this point, and unlocked for paying subscribers via apple podcasts or Spotify. But for today, I wanted to bring everyone my 2016 conversation with Clarissa Ward. She is CNN's chief international correspondent. At the time, Clarissa Ward had recently snuck into rebel held territory in Syria, including Aleppo. And it was because of her several excursions into Aleppo that she was invited to brief the Security Council later that year. We kick off with a long conversation about the mechanics of sneaking into rebel held territory and the risks that entails. We then have a long conversation about how and why she became a journalist, including her time in Beirut and Baghdad.   And I have been thinking about this nearly 8 year old interview because in December Clarissa Ward became one of the first, if only, western journalist to enter Gaza without embeding with the IDF. She filed a harrowing report from a makeshift hospital in southern Gaza, which I will link to in the shownotes of this episode. 

English Learning for Curious Minds | Learn English with Podcasts
#426 | K-Pop, Zelensky & Cricket | 21st Century Soft Power

English Learning for Curious Minds | Learn English with Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2023 22:30


 K-Pop, Volodymyr Zelensky, and Indian Cricket – what do these three things have in common? Soft power, of course.  In this episode, we're going to be talking about Soft Power in the 21st century and the unusual but fascinating displays of it.   Global Soft Power Index: Brand Directory's annual survey. Soft Power according to Joseph Nye in 1990. Soft Power's non-military, non-economic influence. Korea's rise in soft power ranking. K-Pop's Soft Power: BTS and the Korean Wave. Zelenskyy's Soft Power Amid Conflict: Ukraine, Russia conflict. Transforming soft power into hard power. Cricket as soft power: Origin in England, spread by the British Empire. Cricket's popularity in former colonies. Cricket as a bridge in India-Pakistan relations. Full interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/kpop-zelensky-cricket ---You might like:

Pódcast IMR
Cápsula IMR - El poder suave en la relación del Reino Unido y México

Pódcast IMR

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 9:43


Aunque estemos a 8 mil kilómetros de distancia, Reino Unido y México comparten lazos a través de la música, las artes, la comida, el deporte y la ciencia. A esto se le llama poder blando que, de acuerdo con el politólogo Joseph Nye, “es la capacidad de influencia de un país o cultura más allá de su potencia demográfica o económica”. Así, el poder blando es uno de los elementos que unen a ambos países en una amistad de ahora doscientos años. Katie Hannam y Karla Ortiz de la Embajada del Reino Unido en México, nos platican sobre los vínculos culturales entre ambos países gracias al llamado "Poder suave".

The Burn Bag Podcast
Joseph Nye on Neoliberalism, Soft Power, and a Moral Foreign Policy

The Burn Bag Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 49:54


Professor Joseph S. Nye Jr., one of the most influential international relations thinkers of our time, sits down with A'ndre Gonawela and Andrew Wilson to discuss the applicability of his theories around neoliberalism in a Great Power competition framework, his assessments of executive foreign policy in past administrations, and where academia can inform the public as the international landscape continues to change. Professor Nye, who co-founded the neoliberalist school of thought, provides his take on what people get wrong about it. The hosts and Professor Nye discuss what 'soft power' is, in addition to recent concepts around 'smart power' and 'sharp power'. A'ndre and Andrew also question Professor Nye about his views on what constitutes a 'moral' foreign policy, as Nye provides his rankings on U.S. Presidents and their own moral foreign policies.

English Academic Vocabulary Booster
4745. 143 Academic Words Reference from "Joseph Nye: Global power shifts | TED Talk"

English Academic Vocabulary Booster

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 131:03


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Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters
Kenya's National Security Advisor Monica Juma

Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 25:11


Monica Juma is the National Security Advisor to Kenyan President William Ruto. Kenya is a stable democracy in a tough neighborhood. There is an ongoing Islamist insurgency across the border in Somalia, and nearby Sudan is in the midst of a spiraling civil war. On top of this all, the Horn of Africa is experiencing the worst drought in 40 years. I asked Monica Juma about each of these challenges, starting with how climate change is impacting Kenya's national security.    Today's episode was recorded live at the Aspen Security Forum. It is the last of three interviews I conducted on site in the middle of July, the others including Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk and International Relations scholar Joseph Nye.    https://www.globaldispatches.org/     

Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters
Joseph Nye on Soft Power Competition Between China and the United States | Live From the Aspen Security Forum

Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 17:05


I caught up with legendary international relations scholar Joseph Nye at the The Aspen Security Forum. This conference was a target rich environment for snagging great guests for the podcast and I have some excellent episodes coming up, including a conversation with the most recent Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the Ukranian Human Rights Lawyer Oleksandra Matviichuk and Kenya's National Security Advisor Monica Juma.  I speak with Joseph Nye, best known for coming up with the concept of "Soft Power" describes the sources of Chinese soft power today and how that factors into geopoliticsl competition with the United States. We also discuss what opportunities might be harnessed to avoid a new Cold War between the United States and China. 

Foreign Podicy
Who Needs Soft Power?

Foreign Podicy

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 51:05


American political scientist Joseph Nye popularized the concept of soft power decades ago. As he wrote in his 2004 book by that name, “soft power – getting others to want the outcomes that you want – co-opts people rather than coerces them.” Such soft power cooption can be less costly than hard power coercion.But we see daily reminders that soft power is insufficient and hard power often remains decisive, at least initially.Consider:Putin's unprovoked large-scale invasion of Ukraine;Beijing's saber rattling in the Taiwan Strait; andTehran's continued employment of terrorist proxies and steps toward a nuclear weapon capability....These remind us that soft power has its limits.But it would be a mistake to dismiss the role of soft power. It's a necessary but not sufficient complement to hard power that can help the U.S. secure its interests.America needs both hard and softer power tools and needs to employ and integrate them more effectively. That's one of the big ideas animating FDD's Center on Military and Political Power (CMPP).What are the tools of soft power? How do they relate to hard power?How is China using soft power tools against the United States and its allies?How can we wield our soft power tools such as international development more effectively?To discuss these topics and more, Bradley Bowman — senior director of FDD's CMPP, filling in for Cliff May as host — is joined by Daniel Runde and Elaine Dezenski.Daniel RundeDan is a senior vice president and director of the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, where he holds the William A. Schreyer Chair in Global Analysis. Dan has held leadership roles at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the World Bank Group and has significant experience in the private sector.He has written a new book: The American Imperative, Reclaiming Global Leadership Through Soft Power.Elaine DezenskiElaine is senior director of FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power. Elaine has more than two decades of leadership in public, private, and international organizations and is a recognized expert on geopolitical risk, supply chain security, anti-corruption, and national security.

Foreign Podicy
Who Needs Soft Power?

Foreign Podicy

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 51:05


American political scientist Joseph Nye popularized the concept of soft power decades ago. As he wrote in his 2004 book by that name, “soft power – getting others to want the outcomes that you want – co-opts people rather than coerces them.” Such soft power cooption can be less costly than hard power coercion.But we see daily reminders that soft power is insufficient and hard power often remains decisive, at least initially.Consider:Putin's unprovoked large-scale invasion of Ukraine;Beijing's saber rattling in the Taiwan Strait; andTehran's continued employment of terrorist proxies and steps toward a nuclear weapon capability....These remind us that soft power has its limits.But it would be a mistake to dismiss the role of soft power. It's a necessary but not sufficient complement to hard power that can help the U.S. secure its interests.America needs both hard and softer power tools and needs to employ and integrate them more effectively. That's one of the big ideas animating FDD's Center on Military and Political Power (CMPP).What are the tools of soft power? How do they relate to hard power?How is China using soft power tools against the United States and its allies?How can we wield our soft power tools such as international development more effectively?To discuss these topics and more, Bradley Bowman — senior director of FDD's CMPP, filling in for Cliff May as host — is joined by Daniel Runde and Elaine Dezenski.Daniel RundeDan is a senior vice president and director of the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, where he holds the William A. Schreyer Chair in Global Analysis. Dan has held leadership roles at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the World Bank Group and has significant experience in the private sector.He has written a new book: The American Imperative, Reclaiming Global Leadership Through Soft Power.Elaine DezenskiElaine is senior director of FDD's Center on Economic and Financial Power. Elaine has more than two decades of leadership in public, private, and international organizations and is a recognized expert on geopolitical risk, supply chain security, anti-corruption, and national security.

In Pursuit of Development
Unpacking the complexities of corruption — Daniel Agbiboa

In Pursuit of Development

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 53:43


The conventional wisdom is that corruption is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that has a significant impact on societies and individuals around the world. And most people would agree that corruption is bad. It can undermine the rule of law, erode public trust, and distort economic development. But there are those who argue that to truly address corruption, we must rethink our understanding of what it is and how it operates. This may include adopting a dialectical approach that pays attention to the practical and social life of corruption, and the strategies of the various actors involved. What is crucial in this context is how we can best unpack the complicated web of social norms, value acceptances, power relations, negotiations, and social networks that animates local discourse and practices of corruption.Daniel Agbiboa is an assistant professor of African and African American Studies at Harvard University. In his recent book – They Eat Our Sweat: Transport Labor, Corruption, and Everyday Survival in Urban Nigeria – he explores how transport workers encounter and respond to the situation defined by extortion and violence in which they ply their trade. Twitter: @DanielAgbiboa Key highlights:Introduction - 00:52What the literature on corruption overlooks - 03:52The language of corruption in African countries - 08:03Why efforts to curb corruption often fail - 20:23The road transport sector in Nigeria- 28:54Rethinking anti-corruption policy - 46:20 Host:Professor Dan Banik (Twitter: @danbanik  @GlobalDevPod)Apple Google Spotify YouTubeSubscribe: https://globaldevpod.substack.com/https://in-pursuit-of-development.simplecast.com/

The Un-Diplomatic Podcast
Pacific Power Paradox Book Launch Talk at the Institute for Peace and Diplomacy | Ep. 144

The Un-Diplomatic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 55:15


Van does battle with voices ranging from John Mearsheimer and Robert Kagan to Joseph Nye and Hillary Clinton in this book launch at the Institute for Peace and Diplomacy for his book, Pacific Power Paradox: American Statecraft and the Fate of the Asian Peace. Must listen! Original Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoVm4MrK4aU&t=412sBuy Pacific Power Paradox: https://www.amazon.com/Pacific-Power-Paradox-American-Statecraft/dp/0300257287/ref=sr_1_1?crid=KE1Q04ZJVROB&keywords=pacific+power+paradox&qid=1676789479&sprefix=%2Caps%2C759&sr=8-1Un-Diplomatic Newsletter: https://www.un-diplomatic.comBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/undiplomatic 

Gulf International Forum's Majlis
Pursuing Greater Influence: The GCC States' Use of Soft Power

Gulf International Forum's Majlis

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2022 71:12


Featured Speakers: Professor David Des Roches (moderator), Dr. Diana Galeeva, Dr. Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, Professor Simon Chadwick, and Dr. Paul Michael Brannagan. Synopsis: The six Arab states of the Gulf Cooperation Council have each affirmed the use of “soft power” as an essential part of their overarching national strategies. Soft power, as outlined by American international relations scholar Joseph Nye, refers to the use of diplomatic and cultural tools in order to promote a country's image abroad and improve its international relationships—usually contrasted with “hard power,” or the pursuit of foreign objectives via direct coercion and military force. Each of the six Gulf states has sought to bolster their international reputations through soft power: each has pursued regional and international mediation efforts, made substantial investments in sports—perhaps best exemplified by Saudi Arabia's LIV golf tournament and Qatar's hosting of the FIFA World Cup—and highlighted domestic art and cultural programs. This strategy has clearly had positive impacts for the GCC states' international relations and their perceptions around the world. However, the use of soft power has also come with controversy. International human rights organizations have accused the six GCC states of using achievement in diplomacy, culture and sports to cover up domestic struggles with political freedoms and labor rights. In particular, the six states' ambitious sports programs have led to accusations of “sportswashing,” or promoting sports development as a way of distracting from human rights concerns. What is the status of soft power in the six GCC states? Has it been an effective tool of statecraft? What benefits are associated with the use of soft power? Have there been any drawbacks to its use?  

Oxford Policy Pod
How China Exercises Soft Power

Oxford Policy Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 80:08


The recent 20th National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party revealed Xi Jinping's intention to present to the world an image of a “credible, loveable, and respectable China.” The pursuit of soft power is inseparable from other government initiatives – China spends an estimated $10 billion on initiatives aimed at enhancing its soft power around the globe. Yet, public opinion polling from Pew Research shows that China is viewed unfavorably in many advanced economies. This data raises the question of whether China's investments in soft power tools are fruitful. Does China's image fare any better in developing countries? Beijing has the world's largest diplomatic network and has made relationship building with developing countries a cornerstone of its foreign policy. Cultural exchange programs for foreign students from developing economies is an example of its effort to bolster its image as an educational powerhouse and “champion of the developing world.” Economic power is typically not considered soft power, but China also blurred the lines between these categories of influence. The sheer size of its market and its influence as a potential trading partner and benefactor augment its attractiveness across the globe. Our host Elsa Katz is joined in this episode by three distinguished experts who provide insights on China's soft power through the lens of business, media, and creative industries. o Mr. Andrew Cainey – Founding Director, the UK National Committee on China and Senior Fellow, Royal United Services Institute; former Greater China Director at Booz & Company.o Ms. Zili Wang – Editor and Reporter at International desk of Caixin Media, Caixin Media Fellow at Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government.o Dr. Huiman Chan – Founder, UK-China Film Collab and Lecturer in Creative & Cultural Industries, De Montfort University. While their perspectives converge on some of the ways China defines its soft power as a two-way street and exercises it via cultural products, they however diverge regarding the suggested methods to advance its global influence. Some propose a bottom-up approach, others a top-down one. Whether the success of soft power is hindered by censorship or by information asymmetry is another thorny issue our experts will cover. From a holistic and nuanced perspective, listeners can grasp the highly complex nature of “soft power with Chinese characteristics” and the global changes of the past three decades since Joseph Nye first coined the term “soft power.” This episode is hosted by Elsa Katz and produced and supported by Read Leask. To keep up with our latest episodes, follow us on Twitter @oxfordpolicypod and on Instagram @oxfordpolicypod_.

Podcast Cinem(ação)
#474: Soft power: o poder suave da cultura

Podcast Cinem(ação)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 121:56


Você sabe o que é Soft Power? O famoso “poder suave” ou “poder sutil” é um efeito quase sempre resultante de investimentos em cultura, audiovisual e esportes, e que podem ajudar na imagem de uma nação, a obter resultados importantes, e transformar o mundo sem uso de força ou coerção, mas apenas a sedução. Rafael Arinelli, Daniel Cury e Marina Anderi (Potterish) comentam o assunto com base em explicações enviadas pelo especialista Franthiesco Ballerini, autor do livro “Poder Suave”. Juntos, eles explicam o que é poder suave (ou soft power), como ele foi cunhado por Joseph Nye, e comentam sobre as dificuldades de delimitar esse poder, especialmente quando se fala de religião, por exemplo. Falam sobre sedução, o poder do Carnaval, Bossa Nova e Telenovelas brasileiras (e do futebol!), e citam o caso do presidente e o “golden shower”, do filme Tropa de Elite, da liberdade necessária para o soft power, a reação do Brasil com seu passado (e a cultura), entre outras coisas. O K-pop e a ascensão da Coreia do Sul com certeza vem à tona, e ainda são comentadas as relações entre os países no mundo atual. Aperte o play: você não vai se arrepender! Participe do nosso grupo no Telegram: https://t.me/cinemacao 06m49: Panorama 16m02: Pauta Principal 1h42m27: Plano Detalhe 1h55m53 Encerramento Ouça nosso Podcast também no: Feed: http://bit.ly/feed-cinemacao Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/itunes-cinemacao Android: http://bit.ly/android-cinemacao Deezer: http://bit.ly/deezer-cinemacao Spotify: http://bit.ly/spotify-cinemacao Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/cinemacao-google Amazon Music: https://bit.ly/amazoncinemacao Ficha técnica: Apresentação: Rafael Arinelli e Daniel Cury Convidado: Marina Anderi (Potterish) Vinheta: Gustavo Boralli Agradecimentos aos patrões e padrinhos: André Marinho Anna Foltran Bruna Mercer Charles Calisto Souza Daniel Barbosa da Silva Feijó Diego Lima Felipe Braga Flavia Sanches Gabriela Angerami Gabriela Pastori Guilherme S. Arinelli Gustavo Reinecken Katia Barga Leila Pereira Minetto Luiz Villela Mateus de Sá Queiroga Tatiane Fonseca William Saito Fale Conosco: Email: contato@cinemacao.com Facebook: https://bit.ly/facebookcinemacao Twitter: https://bit.ly/twittercinemacao Instagram: https://bit.ly/instagramcinemacao Tiktok: https://bit.ly/tiktokcinemacao Contribua com o Cinem(ação) Com um valor a partir de R$1,00, você pode contribuir com o Cinem(ação)! Nós acreditamos que, para manter a produção de conteúdo de qualidade independente na internet, é preciso contar com a colaboração dos fãs e seguidores assíduos! Quanto mais dinheiro conseguirmos arrecadar, maior será nossa dedicação para melhorar os podcasts, tanto em quantidade quanto em qualidade! Venha fazer parte desse clube também! Apoia.se: http://bit.ly/apoia-cine Patreon: http://bit.ly/patreon-cinemacao Padrim: http://bit.ly/padrim-cinemacao PicPay: https://bit.ly/picpaycinemacao Pix: contato@cinemacao.com Plano Detalhe: (Rafa): Podcast: Projeto Querino (Marina): Série: Irma Vep (Dani): Filme: Marte Um (Dani): Livro: Homens Sem Mulheres (Haruki Murakami) Apoia.se: https://apoia.se/cinemacao

A Cup of Culture
EP369 มาใช้ Soft Power กันเถอะ

A Cup of Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2022 12:03


Joseph Nye ผู้เขียนหนังสือเรื่อง Soft Power ให้ความหมายของคำนี้ไว้ว่าคือ "การใช้อำนาจในเชิงของการสร้างอิทธิพลแบบเบาๆ โดยไม่ได้ใช้กำลัง ไม่ได้ใช้คำสั่ง หรือใช้ความได้เปรียบของตนเองไปครอบงำผู้อื่น แต่การใช้ Soft Power เป็นการทำผ่านวัฒนธรรม ค่านิยมทางการเมือง และนโยบายการต่างประเทศ แต่ใน EP369 เราจะพาคุณผู้ฟังไปค้นหาคำตอบว่า "แล้วในมุมขององค์กรละ Soft power คืออะไรกันแน่!? A Cup of Culture ———– วัฒนธรรมองค์กร Corporate culture Organizational culture

Conversation Six
Ali Wyne and Joseph Nye

Conversation Six

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 5:45


We Hate Bards Podcasts
PUNKTOWN - The Final Episode

We Hate Bards Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 181:28


It all comes down to this.  A fight against Joseph Nye to stop the apocalypse, and what is Aikeet doing?  Why going to a lovely dinner with Mr. Nye while the party puts that plan into action.  Will they survive this ordeal, or is this indeed the end of Paxton and everything else.  If you like what you hear, head on over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get you podcasts and leave us a review.If you are in the Grand Rapids area check out our meetup at https://www.meetup.com/We-Hate-Bards/ to check out our games. We've got games going every week.If you want to throw some coin our way head on over to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/wehatebardsBackers will receive early access to our Epic Tales podcasts, homebrew modules and games, and other members only access items.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The Munk Debates Podcast
Joseph Nye Dialogue

The Munk Debates Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 54:24


Episode summary Joseph Nye has been listed as the most influential scholar on American foreign policy and is widely thought of as one of the leading global thinkers of our time. Extremely well-versed in nuclear weapons and nonproliferation, Nye, a former deputy Undersecretary of State and National Security Council Chair, will join us to talk about what role the threat of nuclear weapons has played in the war in Ukraine and what this war might tell us about future conflicts. QUOTES: “ That Putin has been able to deter the west from going too far, no boots on the ground, no long-range weapons, you're seeing something of a boundary in this conflict. It's not very good for Ukrainians. It's not very good for the world, but it's better than nuclear escalation.” JOSEPH NYE The host of the Munk Debates is Rudyard Griffiths - @rudyardg.   Tweet your comments about this episode to @munkdebate or comment on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/munkdebates/ To sign up for a weekly email reminder for this podcast, send an email to podcast@munkdebates.com.   To support civil and substantive debate on the big questions of the day, consider becoming a Munk Member at https://munkdebates.com/membership Members receive access to our 10+ year library of great debates in HD video, a free Munk Debates book, newsletter and ticketing privileges at our live events. This podcast is a project of the Munk Debates, a Canadian charitable organization dedicated to fostering civil and substantive public dialogue - https://munkdebates.com/ Senior Producer: Kelly Linehan Editor: Adam Karch

We Hate Bards Podcasts
PUNKTOWN - Episode 44: The Plan

We Hate Bards Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 79:20


Our punktowners are in a tight spot.  Joseph Nye has put his plan into motion.  There needs to be a good plan or this could be a catastrophe of apocalyptical proportions.  Luckily Aikeet has a dinner invitation.   If you like what you hear, head on over to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get you podcasts and leave us a review.If you are in the Grand Rapids area check out our meetup at https://www.meetup.com/We-Hate-Bards/ to check out our games. We've got games going every week.If you want to throw some coin our way head on over to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/wehatebards Backers will receive early access to our Epic Tales podcasts, homebrew modules and games, and other members only access items.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Aspen UK
Looking ahead: how the war in Ukraine will reshape Europe

Aspen UK

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 57:39


This episode was recorded as a live broadcast on 29 March 2022The EU Delegation to the UK and Aspen UK convene a panel of experts to discuss Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine, and the impact it might have on Europe. POLITICO's Suzanne Lynch is joined by Robert Brinkley, Committee Chair of the Ukraine Forum at Chatham House; Natalie Jaresko, former Ukrainian Finance Minister; Ambassador Matti Maasikas, EU Ambassador to Ukraine; and Professor Joseph Nye, Professor Emeritus at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. The panel discuss how the war has changed the global geopolitical order; the response from Europe, the UK, and the US; and possible solutions for peace. This episode was recorded as a live broadcast on 29 March 2022.

Sách Nói Chất Lượng Cao
Sách nói Tương Lai Của Quyền Lực - Joseph S. Nye Jr - Nghe trọn bộ Sách nói tại Voiz FM (voiz.vn/download)

Sách Nói Chất Lượng Cao

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 4:02


Trong cuốn Tương lai của quyền lực, với lối phân tích gọn gàng chặt chẽ, tác giả đã đưa ra những gợi ý cho việc thảo luận về chủ đề nòng cốt: "Làm thế nào để Hoa Kỳ vẫn giữ được ảnh hưởng tốt đẹp nơi cộng đồng thế giới trong thế kỷ XXI hiện nay?". Ông nhắc nhở rằng trong thời đại Internet được phổ biến rộng rãi ngày nay, vai trò của các cá nhân và tổ chức phi chính phủ NGO, kể cả các nhóm khủng bố - hiện cũng đang nắm giữ một vị thế rất quan trọng trong nền chính trị toàn cầu chứ không phải chỉ là một lĩnh vực duy nhất, chuyên biệt dành riêng cho các chính quyền, dù đó là một siêu cường quốc như nước Mỹ như quan niệm từ xưa đến nay. Và tác giả kết luận rằng: "Nước Mỹ cần phải phát triển một chiến lược về quyền lực thông minh (Smart power strategy) trong sự hợp tác chân thành với các quốc gia khác, chứ không thể cứ ỷ thế vào quyền lực cứng (Hard power) như sức mạnh kinh tế quân sự, để mặc sức tung hoành áp đảo trên trường quốc tế như vẫn áp dụng từ xưa đến nay được nữa". Trong cuốn sách này, Joseph Nye đưa ra một tổng luận rất dễ đọc, kết quả của hơn hai thập kỷ đầy kiến thức uyên thâm mới mẻ về mặt khái niệm. Chiến lược tự do – hiện thực chủ nghĩa của Nye rất thuyết phục: Mỹ có thể ngăn chặn lại sự suy yếu chính trị và mở rộng sự thịnh vượng kinh tế bằng cách theo sát một chiến lược quyền lực nhỏ không nhằm theo đuổi vị trí siêu việt mà muốn chan hòa với các quốc gia khác. Tải ứng dụng để nghe trọn bộ Sách nói : voiz.vn/download

Sinica Podcast
China's soft power collides with the hard realities of the Russo-Ukrainian War: A conversation with Maria Repnikova

Sinica Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 69:05


This week on Sinica, Kaiser chats with Maria Repnikova, assistant professor of global communications at Georgia State University, who recently published a short book under the Cambridge Elements series called Chinese Soft Power. A native Russian speaker who also reads and speaks Chinese, Maria has been a keen observer of China's response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and offers her perspectives on Chinese media coverage of the war and the impact of China's pro-Russian tilt on Beijing's soft power ambitions. She recently co-authored a piece in The Atlantic arguing that China's apparent pro-Russian position is about one thing only: the United States and China's opposition to American unipolar hegemony.4:25 – Definitions of soft power: Joseph Nye's and China's8:49 – The Chinese discourse on soft power: three major schools14:09 – How talking about soft power allows the airing of hard truths23:24 – Chinese soft power in the global South37:49 – How badly has the Russo-Ukraine War eroded Chinese soft power?41:44 – How Russian media has been talking about China since the invasion of Ukraine began44:50 – Why China's pro-Russia lean is really all about America54:40 – Is Russia's media style the future of Chinese media? On the "RTification" of Chinese mediaA full transcript of this podcast is available on SupChina.com.Recommendations:Maria: Prototype Nation by Silvia Lindtner; and an anti-recommendation for the show Inventing Anna, which is streaming on NetflixKaiser: Season 5 of the show The Last Kingdom; and the sequel to Vikings, called Vikings: Valhalla. Both are on Netflix.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Australia in the World
Ep. 93: The invasion of Ukraine and updating priors

Australia in the World

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 38:31


With the world watching in shock at Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Allan and Darren describe how the crisis, and in particular the world's response, are (and are not) causing them to reconsider their priors about how politics and international affairs works. Allan describes how impressed he has been with Europe's response, while Darren is completely surprised at the speed and magnitude of the economic and financial sanctions imposed on Russia, in particular its central bank. Meanwhile, Allan reflects on the contingency of the Biden presidency, wondering how things would have been different had Donald Trump been president and what that says about the variability of the United States as a factor in world politics. Darren considers the responses of regional powers such as China, India and the ASEAN countries. Finally, they discuss early implications for Australia. Relevant links Anne Applebaum, “The impossible suddenly became possible”, The Atlantic, 2 March 2022: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/03/putins-war-dispelled-the-worlds-illusions/623335/ China Talk (podcast), “The new old cold war with Tooze and Klein”, 1 March 2022: https://chinatalk.substack.com/p/the-new-old-cold-war-with-tooze-and?s=r Adam Tooze, “Chartbook #89 Russia's financial meltdown and the global dollar system”, 28 February 2022: https://adamtooze.substack.com/p/chartbook-89-russias-financial-meltdown?s=r Robert Keohane and Joseph Nye (1987) “Power and interdependence revisited”, International Organization 41(4): 725-753. http://www.rochelleterman.com/ir/sites/default/files/Keohane%20Nye%201987.pdf Patrick McKenzie, “Moving money internationally”, Bits about money (newsletter), 2 March 2022: https://bam.kalzumeus.com/archive/moving-money-internationally/ Paul Kelly, “Morrison's Mission: A Lowy Institute Paper”, Penguin Specials, February 2022: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/morrisons-mission-a-lowy-institute-paper-penguin-special-9780143778042 The Ezra Klein Show, “Can the West stop Russia by strangling its economy (with Adam Tooze), 1 March 2022: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/01/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-adam-tooze.html

Hash It Out
S05EP#09: Social Media: Self-Esteem and Soft-Influencing

Hash It Out

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 29:35


The increased impact of social media is gradually changing the dynamics of soft power around the world. Politicians increasingly “engage in digital diplomacy”. It means that global connections are easier but at the same time more complex. It challenges existing models of influence as well as traditional hierarchical power structures. Joseph Nye defined term soft power as the ability of a country to persuade others to do what it wants without force or coercion. 60% of people using social media reported that it has impacted their self-esteem in a negative way. In this episode, we will discuss understanding of soft power, influence and impact of social media for soft-power influencing and self-esteem.

Planet A - Talks on climate change
Joseph Nye – How is Soft Power the answer to a hard problem like Climate Change?

Planet A - Talks on climate change

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 36:10


In the 1st episode of Planet A's fourth season, Dan Jørgensen talks with Professor Joseph Nye of Harvard University.Professor Nye gained global fame by introducing the term “soft power”, that is the ability of a country to persuade others to do what it wants – without using force or coercion.In this episode of Planet A, he explains how soft power is particularly relevant to address transnational problems like climate change. Professor Nye also talks about the increasing importance of exerting “power with” - rather than “power over” - other nations. To him, climate change is an example of a problem that no government can control by working alone – it demands collaboration with other governments.Furthermore, he argues there are two great power shifts going on in this century. One is a power shift from Europe and the US to Asia, particularly countries like China and India. The other great power shift is from vertical to horizontal power. That is the power shift from governments to non-governmental and transnational actors, which manifests itself at the COP-negotiations.However, despite the rising influence of activists and the growing power of social media, nation-states remain the most important actors in the international system. But we can only stem climate change if nation states strengthen international collaboration about creating common norms, rules and institutions.

K-Drama Feuilleton
ON THE SOFT POWER OF HALLYU/Ahjussi Gramsci And BTS Walk Into A Bar...

K-Drama Feuilleton

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2021 54:07


In this episode Maksu and Celi are talking about the effect of Hallyu on international politics. They will be discussing this mainly through the theoretical lense of Joseph Nye's concept of soft power in International Relations. And also their favourite Ahjussi Gramsci gets a mention, enjoy everyone!

Milenio Opinión
Héctor Aguilar. Estados Unidos y su enemigo íntimo

Milenio Opinión

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 2:30


Dice Francis Fukuyama que Estados Unidos ha confiado de más en su poder militar para intervenir en el mundo y de menos en lo que Joseph Nye llamó su “poder

The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Archive: Joseph Nye on "Do Morals Matter?: Presidents and Foreign Policy from FDR to Trump"

The Lawfare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2021 43:22


From March 7, 2020: We ask a lot of questions about foreign policy on this podcast. Why do certain countries make certain decisions? What are the interests of the players in question? What are the consequences and, of course, the legality of foreign policy choices. In a new book, Joseph Nye, professor emeritus and former dean of the Harvard Kennedy School, asks another question about foreign policy. Do morals matter? Jack Goldsmith sat down with Nye to discuss his new book, 'Do Morals Matter?: Presidents and Foreign Policy from FDR to Trump.' They discussed the ethical and theoretical factors by which Nye judged each president before going through many of the cases he focuses on in the book.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
Ep 234: Kanti Bajpai on India vs China

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 213:42


What exactly is going on between India and China? When cooperation would lead to a win-win game, why is there conflict? Kanti Bajpai joins Amit Varma in episode 234 of The Seen and the Unseen to share his Four Ps framework for understanding this conflict. Also discussed: academia, public intellectuals, how one learns, and why writing and teaching make you a better thinker Also check out: 1. India Versus China : Why They Are Not Friends -- Kanti Bajpai. 2. Roots of Terrorism -- Kanti Bajpai. 3. Kanti Bajpai on Amazon. 4. The China Dude Is in the House -- Episode 231 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Manoj Kewalramani). 5. The Dragon and the Elephant — Episode 181 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Hamsini Hariharan & Shibani Mehta). 6. What Does China Want? — Episode 143 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Manoj Kewalramani). 7. Understanding Terrorism -- Amit Varma's 2007 review of Alan Krueger's What Makes a Terorrist.8. Soft Power: The Means To Success In World Politics -- Joseph Nye. 9. The Future of Power -- Joseph Nye. 10. Roam Research. 11. Why India and China Are Not Friends -- Kanti Bajpai on The Grand Tamasha podcast, hosted by Milan Vaishnav. 12. A Cricket Tragic Celebrates the Game -- Episode 201 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Ramachandra Guha). 13. The Hedgehog And The Fox -- Isaiah Berlin. 14. Kishore Mahbubani on Amazon. 15. Imagined Communities -- Benedict Anderson. 16. Memories and Things -- Episode 195 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Aanchal Malhotra). 17. The Mahatma and the Poet — The Tagore-Gandhi debates. 18. From Heaven Lake -- Vikram Seth. 19. Finding India in China -- Anurag Viswanath. 20. Strangers across the Border -- Reshma Patil. Please subscribe to The India Uncut Newsletter. It's free! And check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing.

Do you really know?
What is soft power?

Do you really know?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 3:57


What is soft power? Thanks for asking!There was a time where the only way to impose power was through violence and war. But for a few decades now, the power of a country or group is also affected by its soft power. By that we mean its ability to influence other parts of the world by spreading its cultural model.Soft power can be held by states, but also by international institutions, NGOs, businesses or citizen movements. It’s actually nothing new. Looking back in history, you can find examples of soft power in the times of ancient Greece or the British Empire. But only in 1990 was the theory of soft power developed by international relations professor Joseph Nye.Nye argued that the rise of globalisation meant using military force, or hard power, alone was no longer an option. His country, the United States, had grasped that and was using a new and highly effective form of power, which depended on its ability to attract and persuade others, thus shaping their preferences. What does soft power look like? Are the Americans the kings of soft power in that case? What countries are on the first place of soft power? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!To listen to the last episodes, you can click here:What is Covax? What is the Suez Canal?What is a ghost kitchen? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Maintenant, vous savez
Qu'est-ce que le soft power ?

Maintenant, vous savez

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 4:42


Qu'est-ce que le soft power ? Merci d'avoir posé la question ! Il fut un temps où la seule façon d'affirmer sa puissance, c'était la violence, la guerre. Depuis plusieurs décennies, le pouvoir d'un Etat ou d'un groupe s'évalue aussi à son Soft Power, c'est-à-dire sa capacité à influencer les autres en diffusant son modèle culturel. Le Soft Power n'est pas nouveau : la Grèce antique, la monarchie française au 18è siècle, la culture britannique du 19è siècle… ont tour à tour exercé une influence dans le monde entier. Mais c'est en 1990 que le concept de Soft Power est développé par Joseph Nye, un professeur de Relations internationales. Pour lui, la mondialisation ne permet plus d'utiliser seulement la contrainte militaire, autrement dit le “hard power”. Depuis la fin de la guerre froide, son pays, les Etats-Unis, l'a compris et exerce une nouvelle forme de pouvoir très efficace, qui repose sur sa capacité à séduire et persuader les autres. Ce soft power s'applique aux Etats, mais aussi aux institutions internationales, aux ONG, aux entreprises ou aux mouvements citoyens.  Mais concrètement ça repose sur quoi ? Qui sont les rois du soft power ? Qu'est-ce que le soft power à la française ? Ecoutez la suite dans cet épisode de "Maintenant vous savez". Un podcast écrit et réalisé par Quentin Tenaud. A écouter aussi : Qu'est-ce que l'OPEP ? Qu'est-ce que le Covax ? Qu'est-ce que la nouvelle Guerre froide ? Vous pouvez réagir à cet épisode sur notre page Twitter. Voir Acast.com/privacy pour les informations sur la vie privée et l'opt-out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conferencias Magistrales Fundación Rafael del Pino
Poder y prosperidad en el Siglo XXI: una perspectiva americana Joseph Nye, english version

Conferencias Magistrales Fundación Rafael del Pino

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 59:26


El pasado 9 de junio de 2016 se celebró la conferencia de Josep Nye, organizada por la Fundación Rafael del Pino. En ella, Nye, profesor de gobierno de la Kennedy School de la Universidad de Harvard, pasó revista a la situación actual de Estados Unidos. Nye señalo que, si se escucha a Donald Trump, parece que Estados Unidos está en declive. ¿Lo está realmente? En la historia de Estados Unidos se pueden encontrar referencias de la preocupación por ese supuesto declive desde el siglo XVII. También aparece en los padres fundadores, por poner otro ejemplo. Sin embargo, si se observa la trayectoria del país, la realidad es que éste se convirtió en el mayor poder económico del mundo desde principios del siglo XX. A partir de ese momento, Estados Unidos empezó a cambiar su forma de entender las relaciones exteriores. El presidente Woodrow Wilson, durante la Primera Guerra Mundial, rompió el aislacionismo y envió tropas a combatir en Europa. Desde entonces empezó a concebir la seguridad global con Estados Unidos en el centro del equilibrio global de poder. Después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial se produjo un nuevo salto en esta trayectoria, pues Estados Unidos pasó a tener tropas fuera del país de forma permanente. En esos momentos, el Reino Unido era demasiado débil para seguir ejerciendo ese papel, como hizo en el pasado. El Plan Marshall, la creación de la OTAN, el Tratado de Defensa con Japón o la participación en la guerra de Corea son ejemplos de que Estados Unidos se había convertido en una potencia global. A pesar de ello, el sentimiento de declive siguió presente en la sociedad estadounidense. En los 60, porque la Unión Soviética lanzó el Sputnik; en los 80, por el éxito industrial de Japón; durante la Gran Recesión, porque China estimulaba su economía y conseguía crecer al 10% anual. Pero de lo que habla toda esta historia no es del declive estadounidense, sino de la psicología de la sociedad norteamericana. La perspectiva del declive, sin embargo, es equivocada. En primer lugar, Estados Unidos es el tercer país más poblado del mundo, después de China e India, y la única nación desarrollada que no tiene problemas demográficos porque está abierta a la inmigración. El país, además, está viviendo una revolución energética, gracias a las nuevas tecnologías de extracción de gas y petróleo que le permiten ser autosuficiente. De la misma forma, EEUU es el epicentro de la revolución tecnológica que está teniendo lugar, una revolución que está incrementando la productividad. Los hechos, por tanto, no avalan esa percepción. Lo que sucede, en realidad, tiene más que ver con la psicología de la sociedad estadounidense, manifestada en dos aspectos. En primer lugar, hay una reacción a la globalización, como en otros países, que se combina con las pérdidas de empleo provocadas por la Gran Recesión, con el aumento de las desigualdades y con los efectos del cambio tecnológico. En segundo término, hay una historia de quejas sobre la inmigración tan larga como la de la inmigración misma, a pesar de que la llegada de más personas es, y ha sido, fuente importante de crecimiento económico. Trump apela a esa psicología de los norteamericanos cuando habla de construir un muro entre EEUU y México y que la paguen ellos. Pero el papel de Estados Unidos como potencia global no va a cambiar. Lo más probable es que Hillary Clinton sea elegida presidenta del país y con ella habrá una política exterior continuista con lo que ha sido la misma a lo largo del siglo XX.

Conferencias Magistrales Fundación Rafael del Pino
Poder y prosperidad en el Siglo XXI: una perspectiva americana. Joseph Nye, versión en español

Conferencias Magistrales Fundación Rafael del Pino

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 59:27


El pasado 9 de junio de 2016 se celebró la conferencia de Josep Nye, organizada por la Fundación Rafael del Pino. En ella, Nye, profesor de gobierno de la Kennedy School de la Universidad de Harvard, pasó revista a la situación actual de Estados Unidos. Nye señalo que, si se escucha a Donald Trump, parece que Estados Unidos está en declive. ¿Lo está realmente? En la historia de Estados Unidos se pueden encontrar referencias de la preocupación por ese supuesto declive desde el siglo XVII. También aparece en los padres fundadores, por poner otro ejemplo. Sin embargo, si se observa la trayectoria del país, la realidad es que éste se convirtió en el mayor poder económico del mundo desde principios del siglo XX. A partir de ese momento, Estados Unidos empezó a cambiar su forma de entender las relaciones exteriores. El presidente Woodrow Wilson, durante la Primera Guerra Mundial, rompió el aislacionismo y envió tropas a combatir en Europa. Desde entonces empezó a concebir la seguridad global con Estados Unidos en el centro del equilibrio global de poder. Después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial se produjo un nuevo salto en esta trayectoria, pues Estados Unidos pasó a tener tropas fuera del país de forma permanente. En esos momentos, el Reino Unido era demasiado débil para seguir ejerciendo ese papel, como hizo en el pasado. El Plan Marshall, la creación de la OTAN, el Tratado de Defensa con Japón o la participación en la guerra de Corea son ejemplos de que Estados Unidos se había convertido en una potencia global. A pesar de ello, el sentimiento de declive siguió presente en la sociedad estadounidense. En los 60, porque la Unión Soviética lanzó el Sputnik; en los 80, por el éxito industrial de Japón; durante la Gran Recesión, porque China estimulaba su economía y conseguía crecer al 10% anual. Pero de lo que habla toda esta historia no es del declive estadounidense, sino de la psicología de la sociedad norteamericana. La perspectiva del declive, sin embargo, es equivocada. En primer lugar, Estados Unidos es el tercer país más poblado del mundo, después de China e India, y la única nación desarrollada que no tiene problemas demográficos porque está abierta a la inmigración. El país, además, está viviendo una revolución energética, gracias a las nuevas tecnologías de extracción de gas y petróleo que le permiten ser autosuficiente. De la misma forma, EEUU es el epicentro de la revolución tecnológica que está teniendo lugar, una revolución que está incrementando la productividad. Los hechos, por tanto, no avalan esa percepción. Lo que sucede, en realidad, tiene más que ver con la psicología de la sociedad estadounidense, manifestada en dos aspectos. En primer lugar, hay una reacción a la globalización, como en otros países, que se combina con las pérdidas de empleo provocadas por la Gran Recesión, con el aumento de las desigualdades y con los efectos del cambio tecnológico. En segundo término, hay una historia de quejas sobre la inmigración tan larga como la de la inmigración misma, a pesar de que la llegada de más personas es, y ha sido, fuente importante de crecimiento económico. Trump apela a esa psicología de los norteamericanos cuando habla de construir un muro entre EEUU y México y que la paguen ellos. Pero el papel de Estados Unidos como potencia global no va a cambiar. Lo más probable es que Hillary Clinton sea elegida presidenta del país y con ella habrá una política exterior continuista con lo que ha sido la misma a lo largo del siglo XX.

India Foundation
Future of Soft Power - IF Specials with Joseph Nye

India Foundation

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 18:29


In this podcast, Sudarshan Ramabadran, Senior Research Fellow of India Foundation and Administrative Head of Center for Oublic Diplomacy and Soft Power gets in a conversation with Joseph Nye on the "Future of Soft Power"

The Little Red Podcast
Killing Me Softly: the Power Pandemic

The Little Red Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 42:31


China's Covid diplomacy dispatching facemasks and respirators overseas is being hailed as the ultimate soft power play. But is this really soft power? To answer this question, we're joined by the man who coined the term, Joseph Nye, the former dean of Harvard Kennedy School of Government as well as Bates Gill, professor in the Department of Security Studies at Macquarie University, and Natasha Kassam, a research fellow in the Diplomacy and Public Opinion Program at the Lowy Institute. Image credit: "AMCHAM Cares Co-Vid 19" by United States Embassy Kuala Lumpur is licensed under CC PDM 1.0See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TRT World Podcasts
One on One Express: Joseph Nye - Former US Presidential Adviser

TRT World Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 4:43


TRT World's Ali Aslan sat down with the Former US Presidential Adviser Joseph NYE and talked about the latest developments and upcoming elections in the US.

The Tea Leaves Podcast

In this Tea Leaves episode, Kurt chats with Dr. Joseph Nye, one of the leading thinkers on U.S. foreign policy and grand strategy, about morality and leadership in foreign affairs and the state of the Indo-Pacific. The two also examine the evolution of the U.S.-China-Japan relationship since the Clinton era and how the United States should approach China.

The Institute of World Politics
Examining the Construct of Great-Power Competition

The Institute of World Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 71:46


About the Lecture: The Trump Administration's national defense strategy contains the following judgment: “The central challenge to U.S. prosperity and security is the reemergence of long-term, strategic competition by…revisionist powers.” Why has “great-power competition” become a—if not the—dominant construct guiding the U.S. foreign policy establishment's understanding of contemporary geopolitics? What are its analytical underpinnings and prescriptive implications? About the Speaker: Ali Wyne is a Washington, DC-based policy analyst in the RAND Corporation's Defense and Political Sciences Department. He serves as a nonresident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security and a nonresident fellow with the Modern War Institute. Since January 2015 he has been the rapporteur for a U.S. National Intelligence Council working group that convenes government officials and international relations scholars to analyze trends in the world order. Ali served as a junior fellow in the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace's China Program from 2008 to 2009 and as a research assistant to Graham Allison at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs from 2009 to 2012. He has also conducted research for Robert Blackwill, Derek Chollet, Henry Kissinger, Wendy Sherman, and Richard Stengel. From January to July 2013 he worked on a team that prepared Samantha Power for her confirmation hearing to be ambassador to the United Nations. From 2014 to 2015 he was a member of the RAND Corporation's adjunct staff, working for the late Richard Solomon on its “Strategic Rethink” series. Ali graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with dual degrees in Management Science and Political Science (2008) and received his Master in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School (2017), where he was a course assistant to Joseph Nye. While at the Kennedy School, he served on a Hillary for America working group on U.S. policy towards Asia. Ali is a coauthor of Lee Kuan Yew: The Grand Master's Insights on China, the United States, and the World (2013) and a contributing author to Our American Story: The Search for a Shared National Narrative (2019), Power Relations in the Twenty-First Century: Mapping a Multipolar World? (2017), and the Routledge Handbook of Public Diplomacy (2008). He has published extensively in outlets including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, and the Christian Science Monitor. Ali delivered the welcome address at the 2011 St. Gallen Symposium, participated in the 2015 Manfred Wörner Seminar, was selected to attend the 2016 Young Strategists Forum and the 2018 Brussels Forum Young Professionals Summit, and participated in the 2018 China-U.S. Young Scholars Dialogue, the 2019 Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program, and the 2019 Atlantik-Brücke Young Leaders Program. In 2012, Young Professionals in Foreign Policy and the Diplomatic Courier selected him as one of the 99 most influential professionals in foreign policy under 33. Ali is a term member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a David Rockefeller fellow with the Trilateral Commission, and a security fellow with the Truman National Security Project.

Global Affairs Live
Captain America and Hip-Hop: American Soft Power Diplomacy Dissected

Global Affairs Live

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2019 63:41


In the 1980s Joseph Nye coined the term “soft power,” referring to a country's ability to attract rather than coerce. For many years America has enticed the world through the appeal of its cultural outputs, even when US foreign policy is unpopular. It has unleashed an attractive arsenal of Hollywood blockbusters, genre-shaping tunes, and mega brands such as McDonald's and Apple. As these cultural phenomena spread globally, so did US influence, attracting partners and support. Yet, in the age of the “America First” modus operandi, is US soft power—expressed through culture, education, diplomacy and aid—declining? And to what extent is the American story being eclipsed by a rising China, the world's other movie hubs, Bollywood and Nollywood, and even K-pop bands? 

Bloomberg Surveillance
Trump Isn't in a Position to Undermine Judges, Nye Says

Bloomberg Surveillance

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2017 55:01


Joseph Nye, a professor at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, says Donald Trump could make life difficult for judges, but isn't in a position to corrupt or undermine the independence of the judiciary. Komal Sri-Kumar, president of Sri-Kumar Global Strategies, says inflation isn't on the upswing and there isn't room for Fed rate hikes. Finally, Jim Paulsen, the chief investment strategist at Wells Capital Management, says the bull market in bonds has ended. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Bloomberg Surveillance
Surveillance: Protectionism Will Make Us Poor, Salmond Says

Bloomberg Surveillance

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2016 44:38


Alex Salmond, the former First Minister of Scotland, and Holger Schmieding, Berenberg's chief economist, discuss the election of Donald Trump, Brexit and the rise of protectionism. Then, Joseph Nye, a professor at the Harvard Kennedy School, says that Trump can't let Vladimir Putin off the hook. Also, Jim O'Neill, the former U.K. Treasury Minister, discusses how the United Kingdom fits into Trump's foreign policy. Then, Charles Wyplosz, a professor of economics at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies, says that Trump's victory is making him rethink Marine Le Pen's chances in the French election. Finally, Dane Davis, an analyst at Barclays Commodities, says Trump is making metals great again. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com