Smart Women, Smart Power
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Women Helping Women in National Security
Smart Women, Smart Power
08/28/19 • 23 min
A Conversation with the Honorable Michèle Flournoy
Smart Women, Smart Power
03/10/22 • 44 min
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Suzanne Spaulding was joined by the Honorable Michèle Flournoy, former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, for a conversation on gender equality and sustainability challenges. In addition, they discussed her participation in an unofficial delegation to Taiwan amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the role China is taking on during this crisis.
The Fight Continues for Iranian Women
Smart Women, Smart Power
10/11/23 • 17 min
Last September, the tragic death of Mahsa Amini spread across global headlines, and the fight for women’s rights in Iran was brought to light. The injustices in Iran continue to make headlines with the reported assault of 16-year-old Armita Garavand. Host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Iranian-American journalist and activist Masih Alinejad for a conversation on the current state of Iran and women’s rights.
Beverly’s Farewell
Smart Women, Smart Power
12/08/21 • 1 min
Beverly Kirk says farewell to the Smart Women, Smart Power podcast as she departs CSIS in December after five years as the podcast's host. We are excited to announce the new interim director of Smart Women, Smart Power, Suzanne Spaulding. Suzanne is currently a senior adviser for homeland security and director of the Defending Democratic Institutions project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). We hope you'll stay tuned as we continue to bring you powerful, in-depth conversations with women leaders from around the globe.
The Establishment of the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council
Smart Women, Smart Power
05/03/23 • 20 min
On this episode, host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky, the former Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs, at the Reagan National Defense Forum. Ambassador Dobrianksy discussed the establishment of the U.S.-Afghan Women’s Council during the George W. Bush administration.
All About Defense Acquisition
Smart Women, Smart Power
02/14/24 • 21 min
Host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Melissa A. Johnson, an Acquisition Executive in the U.S. Special Operations Command, for a briefer on the process behind acquisition, technology, and logistics in the Special Operations Forces. Additionally, Melissa highlighted her role in setting up the Air Force’s Advanced Battle Management System.
Beyond the Spin: Truth, Media, and Democracy
Smart Women, Smart Power
12/11/24 • 36 min
Nina Jankowicz knows what it’s like to be attacked for defending the truth, and she is now on a mission to increase the cost of lies that undermine our democracy. On this episode, Dr. Kathleen McInnis dives into Nina’s past, from leaving government, suing Fox News, and ultimately using the sum of her experiences to inspire the creation of the American Sunlight Project.
The Pentagon Puzzle
Smart Women, Smart Power
06/28/23 • 30 min
Host Kathleen McInnis sat down with Kari Bingen, director of the Aerospace Security Project and a senior fellow in the International Security Program at CSIS. The pair discussed the Pentagon’s organizational design in an era of rapidly developing and complex threats.
Partners, not Proxies, in Hybrid Warfare Environments
Smart Women, Smart Power
05/27/20 • 27 min
CSIS's Melissa Dalton, Counterpart International's Mehreen Farooq, and Laura Rosenberger of the German Marshall Fund discuss the need for the U.S., Canada, and their allies to develop a more coherent strategy for security partners in conflict situations. The CSIS project on Capacity Building in Hybrid Environments is made possible by the generous support of Canada’s Ministry of Defence.
Bipartisan Roadmap for Syria-Turkey Conflict
Smart Women, Smart Power
11/07/19 • 27 min
Syria Study Group co-Chair Dana Stroul and Commission member Melissa Dalton discuss the group’s findings, the state of the Syria-Turkey conflict following the withdrawal of U.S. troops, and international influence in the region.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Smart Women, Smart Power have?
Smart Women, Smart Power currently has 236 episodes available.
What topics does Smart Women, Smart Power cover?
The podcast is about Smart, International, And, Foreign, Power, Policy, Woman, For, Business, Global and Defense.
What is the most popular episode on Smart Women, Smart Power?
The episode title 'The Global Economic Impact of Covid-19 on Women' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Smart Women, Smart Power?
The average episode length on Smart Women, Smart Power is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of Smart Women, Smart Power released?
Episodes of Smart Women, Smart Power are typically released every 7 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Smart Women, Smart Power?
The first episode of Smart Women, Smart Power was released on Jan 31, 2018.
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