http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/rss/feed.xml http://www.carnegiecouncil.org Listen to events at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs. Speakers include distinguished authors, government and UN officials, economists, and policymakers. Also featured are in-depth interviews conducted by CBS journalist Jere Van Dyk. Topics range from the ethics of war and peace, to the place of religion in politics, to issues at the forefront of global social justice. To learn more about our work and to explore a wealth of related resources, please visit our website at http://www.carnegiecouncil.org. Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs podcast@cceia.org No Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs Listen to events at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs. Speakers include distinguished authors, government and UN officials, economists, and policymakers. Also featured are in-depth interviews conducted by CBS journalist Jere Van Dyk. Topics range from the ethics of war and peace, to the place of religion in politics, to issues at the forefront of global social justice. To learn more about our work and to explore a wealth of related resources, please visit our website at http://www.carnegiecouncil.org. en-us Fri, 08 Oct 2010 13:11:52 -0400 Copyright 2012 Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120203_GEC167.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000744 Democracy,Islam Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:24:00 -0500 As the Arab Spring celebrates its one-year anniversary, the West is cautiously awaiting the next step. Will democracy flourish in the Middle East and North Africa? Or will authoritarianism and fundamental Islam be the basis for the new governments born from the revolutions of 2011? As the Arab Spring celebrates its one-year anniversary, the West is cautiously awaiting the next step. Will democracy flourish in the Middle East and North Africa? Or will authoritarianism and fundamental Islam be the basis for the new governments born from the revolutions of 2011? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120131_Scheffer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000743 Genocide,Transitional,Justice,Warfare Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:18:00 -0500 David Scheffer was at the forefront of the efforts leading to criminal tribunals for the Balkans, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, and Cambodia. His quest has been to "to discover the right formula, in ever-changing international circumstances, to confront monstrous evil and to do so in the courtroom." David Scheffer was at the forefront of the efforts leading to criminal tribunals for the Balkans, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, and Cambodia. His quest has been to "to discover the right formula, in ever-changing international circumstances, to confront monstrous evil and to do so in the courtroom." info@cceia.org (David J. Scheffer, Joanne J. Myers) David J. Scheffer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120126_Rickards.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000742 European,Union,World,Economy Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:15:00 -0500 We are already in Currency War III, says Rickards, who sees four possible outcomes--none of them good--that he calls "the four horsemen of the dollar apocalypse." Here's a tip: keep your eye on gold. We are already in Currency War III, says Rickards, who sees four possible outcomes--none of them good--that he calls "the four horsemen of the dollar apocalypse." Here's a tip: keep your eye on gold. info@cceia.org (James G. Rickards, Joanne J. Myers) James G. Rickards, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120118_Till.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000741 Environment Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:30:00 -0500 Fresh out of college, and frustrated with his own generation's political apathy, Brian Till set out to interview the former world leaders he most admired, including Bill Clinton and Vaclav Havel. What can gen Y'ers learn from these leaders' successes and failures? Fresh out of college, and frustrated with his own generation's political apathy, Brian Till set out to interview the former world leaders he most admired, including Bill Clinton and Vaclav Havel. What can gen Y'ers learn from these leaders' successes and failures? info@cceia.org (Brian Michael Till, Masha Feiguinova, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Brian Michael Till, Masha Feiguinova, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120119_Pogge.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000740 Ethics,World,Economy Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:03:00 -0500 In this fascinating conversation, Thomas Pogge explains how growing up in post-war Germany awakened him to injustice, lays out his plan for reforming the pharmaceutical industry, and much more. In this fascinating conversation, Thomas Pogge explains how growing up in post-war Germany awakened him to injustice, lays out his plan for reforming the pharmaceutical industry, and much more. info@cceia.org (Thomas Pogge, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Thomas Pogge, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120118_Jarvis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000739 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:53:00 -0500 Well-known blogger Jeff Jarvis celebrates what he calls the "emerging age of publicness," arguing that anything we have to fear in this new networked world is overwhelmingly outweighed by all the good that will come from it. Well-known blogger Jeff Jarvis celebrates what he calls the "emerging age of publicness," arguing that anything we have to fear in this new networked world is overwhelmingly outweighed by all the good that will come from it. info@cceia.org (Jeff Jarvis, Joanne J. Myers) Jeff Jarvis, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120127_GEC166.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000738 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:43:00 -0500 President Obama's plan for a manufacturing revival has seen bipartisan support, but some economists are asking serious questions. Will more Americans on assembly lines stifle innovation? And can the U.S. compete with the lower wages and willing workers found overseas? President Obama's plan for a manufacturing revival has seen bipartisan support, but some economists are asking serious questions. Will more Americans on assembly lines stifle innovation? And can the U.S. compete with the lower wages and willing workers found overseas? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111201_Burke_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000737 Corporations,World,Economy Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:30:00 -0500 Hedge fund manager Philippe Burke gives us an inside look at what went wrong with the financial system and explains why he supports Occupy Wall Street; and Marlene Spoerri discusses the tension between income inequality and democracy. Hedge fund manager Philippe Burke gives us an inside look at what went wrong with the financial system and explains why he supports Occupy Wall Street; and Marlene Spoerri discusses the tension between income inequality and democracy. info@cceia.org (Philippe C. Burke, Marlene Spoerri, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Philippe C. Burke, Marlene Spoerri, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120120_GEC165.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000736 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:44:00 -0500 As NATO's missile defense system goes live in Turkey, questions have been raised about the nation's human rights record. Should NATO condemn Turkey's recent crackdowns on free speech and the media? Or does the country's geostrategic importance trump these concerns? As NATO's missile defense system goes live in Turkey, questions have been raised about the nation's human rights record. Should NATO condemn Turkey's recent crackdowns on free speech and the media? Or does the country's geostrategic importance trump these concerns? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120110_Parsi.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000733 Energy,Oil,Security Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:27:00 -0500 Trita Parsi recounts the previously unknown story of American and Iranian negotiations during Obama's early years as president, and the real reasons for their current stalemate. Contrary to prevailing opinion, Parsi contends that diplomacy has not been fully tried. Trita Parsi recounts the previously unknown story of American and Iranian negotiations during Obama's early years as president, and the real reasons for their current stalemate. Contrary to prevailing opinion, Parsi contends that diplomacy has not been fully tried. info@cceia.org (Trita Parsi, Joanne J. Myers) Trita Parsi, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120111_Bremmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000735 Corporations,Democracy,World,Economy Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:54:00 -0500 What are the biggest political risks in 2012, and the associated ethical decisions? Political risk guru Ian Bremmer discusses his annual list, and his conclusions may surprise you. What are the biggest political risks in 2012, and the associated ethical decisions? Political risk guru Ian Bremmer discusses his annual list, and his conclusions may surprise you. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Art Kleiner) Ian Bremmer, Art Kleiner] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120113_GEC164.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000734 Democracy Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:25:00 -0500 With primary season starting up, the Republican candidates are traveling around the nation, making stump speeches, kissing babies, and spending millions. Is this staple of American politics a showcase for democracy? Or does it just exacerbate ideological polarization in the U.S.? With primary season starting up, the Republican candidates are traveling around the nation, making stump speeches, kissing babies, and spending millions. Is this staple of American politics a showcase for democracy? Or does it just exacerbate ideological polarization in the U.S.? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111107_MaJun_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000732 Corporations Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:55:00 -0500 Carnegie Council's Evan O'Neil ponders the future of mega-cities, and leading Chinese environmentalist Ma Jun discusses China's air and water crisis and the work of his watchdog group, the Institute of Public and Environmental Affairs, which names and shames the worst polluters.  Carnegie Council's Evan O'Neil ponders the future of mega-cities, and leading Chinese environmentalist Ma Jun discusses China's air and water crisis and the work of his watchdog group, the Institute of Public and Environmental Affairs, which names and shames the worst polluters.  info@cceia.org (Evan O'Neil, Ma Jun, Madeleine Lynn, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Evan O'Neil, Ma Jun, Madeleine Lynn, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20120106_GEC163.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000731 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:09:00 -0500 With the recent death of Kim Jong-il, the United States is once again wondering what to do about North Korea. Is engagement with the nation's new leader, Kim Jong-un, the answer? Or should the U.S. isolate the rogue state and continue to ignore its threats? With the recent death of Kim Jong-il, the United States is once again wondering what to do about North Korea. Is engagement with the nation's new leader, Kim Jong-un, the answer? Or should the U.S. isolate the rogue state and continue to ignore its threats? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111021_BuceriusINTs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000730 World,Economy Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:47:00 -0500 Global migration is a key part of our economic future and one that is often overlooked. Three experts offer very different takes on migration, spanning Europe, the USA, and lastly the Gulf States, where migrants make up the majority of the population and citizens are in the minority. Global migration is a key part of our economic future and one that is often overlooked. Three experts offer very different takes on migration, spanning Europe, the USA, and lastly the Gulf States, where migrants make up the majority of the population and citizens are in the minority. info@cceia.org (Anna Hofmann, Noora Lori, Stephen Ruszczyk, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Anna Hofmann, Noora Lori, Stephen Ruszczyk, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111222_GEC162.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000729 Education,Labor,Rights Fri, 30 Dec 2011 12:28:00 -0500 Unpaid internships are a valuable and sometimes necessary experience for college students and recent graduates, especially in light of the global financial crisis. But is this really a fair labor practice and does it just give an unfair advantage to more well-off job-seekers? Unpaid internships are a valuable and sometimes necessary experience for college students and recent graduates, especially in light of the global financial crisis. But is this really a fair labor practice and does it just give an unfair advantage to more well-off job-seekers? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111208_MesquitaSmith.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000728 Intervention,Religion Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:56:00 -0500 Cynics or realists? Just follow five rules and you can be a successful dictator, say Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith--at least until old age or sickness catch up with you. They go on to argue that these precepts apply to all systems of governance, including U.S. democracy. Cynics or realists? Just follow five rules and you can be a successful dictator, say Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith--at least until old age or sickness catch up with you. They go on to argue that these precepts apply to all systems of governance, including U.S. democracy. info@cceia.org (Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, Alastair Smith, Joanne J. Myers) Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, Alastair Smith, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111216_GEC161.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000727 Environment Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:00:00 -0500 With the 17th annual global climate change talks foundering in Durban, little hope is left for a worldwide initiative designed to combat global warming. Will local efforts be enough or does this latest setback truly doom a future of sustainability and worldwide cooperation? With the 17th annual global climate change talks foundering in Durban, little hope is left for a worldwide initiative designed to combat global warming. Will local efforts be enough or does this latest setback truly doom a future of sustainability and worldwide cooperation? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111206_Dworkin_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000726 Democracy,Health,Justice Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:13:00 -0500 "The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing." Ronald Dworkin argues for one big thing: the unity of value. He asserts that value is what makes sense of how we act as individuals, how we relate to others, and how we construct our lives. "The fox knows many things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing." Ronald Dworkin argues for one big thing: the unity of value. He asserts that value is what makes sense of how we act as individuals, how we relate to others, and how we construct our lives. info@cceia.org (Ronald Dworkin, Joanne J. Myers) Ronald Dworkin, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111206_Mendenhall.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000725 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:38:00 -0500 Technological innovation and the spread of social media have created a bevy of new considerations for companies, such as learning how to engage in meaningful dialogue with their stakeholders--including their employees. Technological innovation and the spread of social media have created a bevy of new considerations for companies, such as learning how to engage in meaningful dialogue with their stakeholders--including their employees. info@cceia.org (Michael Mendenhall, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Michael Mendenhall, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111209_GEC160.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000724 Democracy Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:00:00 -0500 With Vladimir Putin's party receiving a rebuke in the December 4th parliamentary elections, Russia is at a crossroads. With alleged voter fraud and massive protests as a backdrop, could this be the start of a new, more democratic era in Moscow or will Putin prevail? With Vladimir Putin's party receiving a rebuke in the December 4th parliamentary elections, Russia is at a crossroads. With alleged voter fraud and massive protests as a backdrop, could this be the start of a new, more democratic era in Moscow or will Putin prevail? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111201_Nielsen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000723 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:29:00 -0500 In this fascinating talk, theoretical physicist Michael Nielsen describes today's groundbreaking new era, where scientists, mathematicians, and ordinary people worldwide are working together online to solve problems and expand scientific knowledge. In this fascinating talk, theoretical physicist Michael Nielsen describes today's groundbreaking new era, where scientists, mathematicians, and ordinary people worldwide are working together online to solve problems and expand scientific knowledge. info@cceia.org (Michael Nielsen, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Nielsen, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111121_Sachs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000722 Development Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:52:00 -0500 Jeffrey Sachs discusses America's economic and moral crisis; development aid; the Occupy Wall Street movement; and the mobilization of youth around the world, fighting for the basic principles of freedom, justice, and equality. Jeffrey Sachs discusses America's economic and moral crisis; development aid; the Occupy Wall Street movement; and the mobilization of youth around the world, fighting for the basic principles of freedom, justice, and equality. info@cceia.org (Jeffrey D. Sachs, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Jeffrey D. Sachs, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111121_Nasar.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000721 European,Union,World,Economy Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:35:00 -0500 Looking back at the truly revolutionary rise in global living standards over the last 150 years, what have we learned about economic policies? There are clear lessons about what works and what doesn't, says Sylvia Nasar, author of "A Beautiful Mind." Looking back at the truly revolutionary rise in global living standards over the last 150 years, what have we learned about economic policies? There are clear lessons about what works and what doesn't, says Sylvia Nasar, author of "A Beautiful Mind." info@cceia.org (Sylvia Nasar, Joanne J. Myers) Sylvia Nasar, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110926_Kraft_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000720 Corporations,Ethics Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:42:00 -0500 The two most important leadership attributes are empathy and humility, says Ken Kraft. He works with Bank of New York Mellon employees in 36 countries around the world to promote a culture of leadership and ethics within the organization. The two most important leadership attributes are empathy and humility, says Ken Kraft. He works with Bank of New York Mellon employees in 36 countries around the world to promote a culture of leadership and ethics within the organization. info@cceia.org (Ken Kraft, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Ken Kraft, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111202_GEC159.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000719 European,Union,World,Economy Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500 The euro was once thought to be a symbol of peace and prosperity in post-World War II Europe. As the sovereign debt crisis continues, are we watching the end of this currency and, more ominously, a unified Europe? The euro was once thought to be a symbol of peace and prosperity in post-World War II Europe. As the sovereign debt crisis continues, are we watching the end of this currency and, more ominously, a unified Europe? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111118_Feinstein.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000718 Trade,Warfare,World,Economy Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:20:00 -0500 In 2010, global military expenditure was roughly $1.6 trillion--that's $235 for every person on earth. This has profound impacts, from the perpetuation of conflict, to the corrosion of democracy, to massive socioeconomic costs. In 2010, global military expenditure was roughly $1.6 trillion--that's $235 for every person on earth. This has profound impacts, from the perpetuation of conflict, to the corrosion of democracy, to massive socioeconomic costs. info@cceia.org (Andrew Feinstein, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew Feinstein, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111115_Larijani.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000717 Democracy,Islam,Human,Rights Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:12:00 -0500 Dr. Larijani, Iran's secretary general of the High Council for Human Rights, describes Iran's system as a "democratic structure based on Islamic rationality," and engages in a sometimes heated discussion with the audience on nuclear weapons and human rights in Iran. Dr. Larijani, Iran's secretary general of the High Council for Human Rights, describes Iran's system as a "democratic structure based on Islamic rationality," and engages in a sometimes heated discussion with the audience on nuclear weapons and human rights in Iran. info@cceia.org (Mohammad Javad Ardashir Larijani, David C. Speedie) Mohammad Javad Ardashir Larijani, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111115_Gaddis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000716 Intervention,Security,Warfare Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:38:00 -0500 George Kennan was one of the great men of the 20th century, says John Lewis Gaddis. And he was great in multiple dimensions: as the grand strategist of the Cold War; as a historian; and as author of one of the greatest of American diaries. George Kennan was one of the great men of the 20th century, says John Lewis Gaddis. And he was great in multiple dimensions: as the grand strategist of the Cold War; as a historian; and as author of one of the greatest of American diaries. info@cceia.org (John Lewis Gaddis, Joanne J. Myers) John Lewis Gaddis, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111123_GEC158.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000715 HIV/AIDS Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:00:00 -0500 Are Western-imported methods for fighting HIV/AIDS working in Sub-Saharan Africa? Some critics argue that campaigns more aligned with traditional African values could be more effective in fighting the disease than Western campaigns focused on abstinence and safe sex. Are Western-imported methods for fighting HIV/AIDS working in Sub-Saharan Africa? Some critics argue that campaigns more aligned with traditional African values could be more effective in fighting the disease than Western campaigns focused on abstinence and safe sex. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111110_Ignatieff.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000714 Democracy,Justice Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:09:00 -0500 "A global ethic makes it possible for us to agree to disagree about ultimate questions, provided we have the philosophical clarity that comes from that process of adversarial justification," says Ignatieff in this thoughtful and challenging talk. "A global ethic makes it possible for us to agree to disagree about ultimate questions, provided we have the philosophical clarity that comes from that process of adversarial justification," says Ignatieff in this thoughtful and challenging talk. info@cceia.org (Michael Ignatieff) Michael Ignatieff] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110930_Hurd_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000712 Justice,Security,Intervention,Warfare Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:22:00 -0500 "I would disagree with those who suggest international law doesn't really matter. If we look at what states do, they work very hard to marshal legal resources behind their foreign policy choices. They clearly care very much about being seen as following international law." "I would disagree with those who suggest international law doesn't really matter. If we look at what states do, they work very hard to marshal legal resources behind their foreign policy choices. They clearly care very much about being seen as following international law." info@cceia.org (Ian Hurd, John Tessitore) Ian Hurd, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111118_GEC157.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000713 Ethics Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:21:00 -0500 Who should control your Internet identity? In an age when bills are paid via PayPal, relationships are forged over Facebook, and revolutions are fueled by Twitter, these questions take on great prominence. How we answer them may define the Internet for years to come. Who should control your Internet identity? In an age when bills are paid via PayPal, relationships are forged over Facebook, and revolutions are fueled by Twitter, these questions take on great prominence. How we answer them may define the Internet for years to come. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111102_Crossette.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000711 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:53:00 -0500 Veteran journalist Barbara Crossette discusses how international reporting has changed dramatically over the last few decades: new dangers, new competitors, and new ethical and professional challenges. Veteran journalist Barbara Crossette discusses how international reporting has changed dramatically over the last few decades: new dangers, new competitors, and new ethical and professional challenges. info@cceia.org (Barbara Crossette, Zornitsa Stoyanova-Yerburgh) Barbara Crossette, Zornitsa Stoyanova-Yerburgh] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111103_Crossette_Evening.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000710 HIV/AIDS Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:16:00 -0500 Now that the population has reached seven billion, most of the focus is on the numbers. In this report, however, Crossette explores individual stories around the world to shed light on such issues as aging populations, migration, and the desire of women for family planning. Now that the population has reached seven billion, most of the focus is on the numbers. In this report, however, Crossette explores individual stories around the world to shed light on such issues as aging populations, migration, and the desire of women for family planning. info@cceia.org (Barbara Crossette, Joanne J. Myers) Barbara Crossette, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111102_Frank.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000709 Corporations,Labor,Rights Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:33:00 -0500 Should economic policies be guided less by economist Adam Smith and more by naturalist Charles Darwin? Robert Frank thinks so, and has some provocative tax reform proposals. Should economic policies be guided less by economist Adam Smith and more by naturalist Charles Darwin? Robert Frank thinks so, and has some provocative tax reform proposals. info@cceia.org (Robert H. Frank, Joanne J. Myers) Robert H. Frank, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111031_Alterman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000708 Democracy Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:11:00 -0500 Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources. Dr. Alterman describes the principal challenges for the Arab Middle East states as "developing human capital and strengthening public policy environments." In aspiring to these, he calls for patience and long-haul commitment, even restraint, from Western donor sources. info@cceia.org (Jon B. Alterman, David C. Speedie) Jon B. Alterman, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111111_GEC156.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000707 Europe,European,Union,World,Economy Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:05:00 -0500 The Greek tragedy unfolding over the European debt deal raises some important questions about the bounds between debt and democracy: Why shouldn't Greeks--or any citizenry for that matter--get to vote on the economic fate of their country? The Greek tragedy unfolding over the European debt deal raises some important questions about the bounds between debt and democracy: Why shouldn't Greeks--or any citizenry for that matter--get to vote on the economic fate of their country? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110902_Harlow_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000706 Energy,Corporations,Oil,World,Economy Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:41:00 -0500 Justin Harlow discusses investing in the energy sector in emerging markets. He is the founder and managing partner of Tau Energy Partners, an energy investment advisory firm dedicated to emerging markets. Justin Harlow discusses investing in the energy sector in emerging markets. He is the founder and managing partner of Tau Energy Partners, an energy investment advisory firm dedicated to emerging markets. info@cceia.org (Justin Harlow, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Justin Harlow, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111104_GEC155.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000705 Terrorism,Justice Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:39:00 -0400 The fact that Guantanamo remains open, although the number of prisoners has been greatly reduced, shows how difficult it is to handle Islamic militants. Meanwhile, targeted killings have increased. Are we killing our high-profile enemies to avoid sending them to military prison? The fact that Guantanamo remains open, although the number of prisoners has been greatly reduced, shows how difficult it is to handle Islamic militants. Meanwhile, targeted killings have increased. Are we killing our high-profile enemies to avoid sending them to military prison? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111027_Richardson_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000704 Terrorism Wed, 02 Nov 2011 17:28:00 -0400 "It's time that we got ourselves out of this false sense of insecurity and realize that terrorism is here to stay, it will never pose an existential threat to this country, and the biggest threat it poses to us is that we will work ourselves into overreacting to the threat that it poses us." "It's time that we got ourselves out of this false sense of insecurity and realize that terrorism is here to stay, it will never pose an existential threat to this country, and the biggest threat it poses to us is that we will work ourselves into overreacting to the threat that it poses us." info@cceia.org (Louise Richardson, David C. Speedie) Louise Richardson, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111025_Wagner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000703 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:03:00 -0400 You recycle? You turn down plastic and paper? Good. But none of that will save the tuna or stop global warming. If you want to make the planet notice, follow the economics, says Gernot Wagner. You recycle? You turn down plastic and paper? Good. But none of that will save the tuna or stop global warming. If you want to make the planet notice, follow the economics, says Gernot Wagner. info@cceia.org (Gernot Wagner, Joanne J. Myers) Gernot Wagner, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111021_Kelley_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000702 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:44:00 -0400 Angela Maria Kelley, of the Center for American Progress, talks frankly about the difficult practical and ethical questions surrounding U.S. immigration, and the inconsistent approaches in different states because of the deadlock at the federal level. Angela Maria Kelley, of the Center for American Progress, talks frankly about the difficult practical and ethical questions surrounding U.S. immigration, and the inconsistent approaches in different states because of the deadlock at the federal level. info@cceia.org (Angela Maria Kelley, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Angela Maria Kelley, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111028_GEC154.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000701 Aid,Ethics,Human,Rights,Terrorism Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:00:00 -0400 Child soldiers and foreign aid raise an important ethical dilemma: Should allies that use child soldiers receive U.S. military aid, even if it compromises our opposition to the practice? When--if ever--should concerns about security trump concerns for human rights? What do you think? Child soldiers and foreign aid raise an important ethical dilemma: Should allies that use child soldiers receive U.S. military aid, even if it compromises our opposition to the practice? When--if ever--should concerns about security trump concerns for human rights? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111012_Ikenberry.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000700 Democracy Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:04:00 -0400 The U.S. may no longer be a unipolar power, but the world order it helped create is alive and well. The rise of other nations and the deepening of economic and security interdependence have resulted from the success and expansion of the postwar liberal order, not its breakdown. The U.S. may no longer be a unipolar power, but the world order it helped create is alive and well. The rise of other nations and the deepening of economic and security interdependence have resulted from the success and expansion of the postwar liberal order, not its breakdown. info@cceia.org (G. John Ikenberry, Joanne J. Myers) G. John Ikenberry, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111013_Vasudevan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000699 Corporations,Labor,Rights Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:06:00 -0400 In this interactive, case-based workshop, CEO Ashok Vasudevan shares how he bought a failing company and turned it into an ethical, innovative, and highly successful business. Although the business is in India, he points out that the ethical issues are universal. In this interactive, case-based workshop, CEO Ashok Vasudevan shares how he bought a failing company and turned it into an ethical, innovative, and highly successful business. Although the business is in India, he points out that the ethical issues are universal. info@cceia.org (Ashok Vasudevan, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Ashok Vasudevan, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110912_Hrinak_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000698 Corporations Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:42:00 -0400 In a wide-ranging conversation, former U.S. ambassador Donna Hrinak discusses her regional responsibilities in Latin America, and her global work with other food and beverage companies, together with NGOs, to make packaged foods and drinks healthier. In a wide-ranging conversation, former U.S. ambassador Donna Hrinak discusses her regional responsibilities in Latin America, and her global work with other food and beverage companies, together with NGOs, to make packaged foods and drinks healthier. info@cceia.org (Donna J. Hrinak, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Donna J. Hrinak, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111021_GEC153.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000697 Security Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:31:00 -0400 Recent allegations of an Iranian assassination plot in the United States have once again raised doubts about the effectiveness of sanctions. As confidence in a diplomatic solution wanes, can U.S. officials avoid military intervention without looking soft on Iran? Recent allegations of an Iranian assassination plot in the United States have once again raised doubts about the effectiveness of sanctions. As confidence in a diplomatic solution wanes, can U.S. officials avoid military intervention without looking soft on Iran? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111011_Brenner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000696 Security Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:08:00 -0400 From the personal to the corporate to the national, our data is constantly at risk, says Joel Brenner. But it's like gravity; there's not much we can do about it. We just have to learn to live with the situation, stay alert, and limit potential damage. From the personal to the corporate to the national, our data is constantly at risk, says Joel Brenner. But it's like gravity; there's not much we can do about it. We just have to learn to live with the situation, stay alert, and limit potential damage. info@cceia.org (Joel F. Brenner, Joanne J. Myers) Joel F. Brenner, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111014_GEC152.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000695 Democracy Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:38:00 -0400 Does rising income inequality pose a threat to American democracy? This question has long been taboo in American politics. Yet as "Occupy Wall Street" spreads across the United States, the political consequences of income inequality are grabbing headlines as never before. Does rising income inequality pose a threat to American democracy? This question has long been taboo in American politics. Yet as "Occupy Wall Street" spreads across the United States, the political consequences of income inequality are grabbing headlines as never before. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111006_Singer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000694 Environment,Europe,Human,Rights Thu, 13 Oct 2011 18:41:00 -0400 Utilitarian philosopher Peter Singer lives up to his beliefs, giving away 25-30 percent of his income to alleviate absolute poverty, and defending animal rights--or as he puts it, "extending equality beyond the species boundary." Here are his thoughts on these topics and more. Utilitarian philosopher Peter Singer lives up to his beliefs, giving away 25-30 percent of his income to alleviate absolute poverty, and defending animal rights--or as he puts it, "extending equality beyond the species boundary." Here are his thoughts on these topics and more. info@cceia.org (Peter Singer, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Peter Singer, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111005_Sedlacek.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000693 Ethics,World,Economy Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:43:00 -0400 Why pretend that economics is value free? It's a product of our civilization and riddled with moral judgements, says Sedlacek. By separating economics from ethics we have created a zombie, a monster without a soul. The two have to be put back together. Why pretend that economics is value free? It's a product of our civilization and riddled with moral judgements, says Sedlacek. By separating economics from ethics we have created a zombie, a monster without a soul. The two have to be put back together. info@cceia.org (Tomas Sedlacek, Joanne J. Myers) Tomas Sedlacek, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20111007_GEC151.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000692 Globalization Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:32:00 -0400 According to NASA, over 135 million pieces of man-made metal debris orbit the Earth. While the space race may be over, someone's got to do the cleaning up. But who? According to NASA, over 135 million pieces of man-made metal debris orbit the Earth. While the space race may be over, someone's got to do the cleaning up. But who? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110922_Schmidt.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000691 Empire,Intervention,Islam,Terrorism Tue, 04 Oct 2011 11:04:00 -0400 U.S. Foreign Service officer John Schmidt explains how the complex, dangerous relationship between the leaders of Pakistan and various jihadist groups came about, and how it all began to unravel after 9/11. U.S. Foreign Service officer John Schmidt explains how the complex, dangerous relationship between the leaders of Pakistan and various jihadist groups came about, and how it all began to unravel after 9/11. info@cceia.org (John R. Schmidt, Joanne J. Myers) John R. Schmidt, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110915_Easterly_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000690 Aid Mon, 03 Oct 2011 11:04:00 -0400 The best system for discovering new approaches is not to have one planner at the top trying to decide what are going to be the successful innovations, says Bill Easterly. It's to have lots and lots of people at the bottom experimenting and finding their own innovations. The best system for discovering new approaches is not to have one planner at the top trying to decide what are going to be the successful innovations, says Bill Easterly. It's to have lots and lots of people at the bottom experimenting and finding their own innovations. info@cceia.org (William Easterly, Devin T. Stewart, Julia Taylor Kennedy) William Easterly, Devin T. Stewart, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110930_GEC150.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000689 Peacekeeping Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:25:00 -0400 As the UN Security Council weighs the Palestinian bid, is the U.S. right to oppose UN membership? Would Palestinian membership to the UN threaten future peace or could it provide a foundation for future negotiations? As the UN Security Council weighs the Palestinian bid, is the U.S. right to oppose UN membership? Would Palestinian membership to the UN threaten future peace or could it provide a foundation for future negotiations? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110920_YahooYoutube.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000688 Corporations,Democracy Tue, 27 Sep 2011 16:43:00 -0400 How do companies such as Yahoo! and YouTube decide on whether disturbing material should be banned from their sites? What are the free speech and human rights issues involved? What guidelines do they use? This fascinating workshop discusses specific cases. How do companies such as Yahoo! and YouTube decide on whether disturbing material should be banned from their sites? What are the free speech and human rights issues involved? What guidelines do they use? This fascinating workshop discusses specific cases. info@cceia.org (Rachel Davis, Susan Morgan, Ebele Okobi-Harris, Abbi Tatton, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Rachel Davis, Susan Morgan, Ebele Okobi-Harris, Abbi Tatton, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110923_GEC149.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000687 Security,Warfare Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:20:00 -0400 Is a far-reaching Chinese navy a threat to American naval superiority or to the West? Is China simply a major power, peacefully rising and pursuing its natural national interests? Perhaps, ruling the waves doesn’t have the same importance in the 21st century? What do you think? Is a far-reaching Chinese navy a threat to American naval superiority or to the West? Is China simply a major power, peacefully rising and pursuing its natural national interests? Perhaps, ruling the waves doesn’t have the same importance in the 21st century? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110913_JacksonVanik.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000686 Corporations Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:37:00 -0400 The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal? The Jackson-Vanik amendment has been imposed on Russia for 37 years. Is it time for repeal? info@cceia.org (Randi Levinas, Jack F. Matlock, Stephen Sestanovich, David C. Speedie) Randi Levinas, Jack F. Matlock, Stephen Sestanovich, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110829_Mendenhall_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000685 Corporations,Ethics,World,Economy Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:05:00 -0400 As he retools Lipman, a New York advertising agency, Michael Mendenhall discusses a new approach to branding. He also talks about how companies' ethics are on display in an era of increased transparency, and how they can turn transparency into a business advantage. As he retools Lipman, a New York advertising agency, Michael Mendenhall discusses a new approach to branding. He also talks about how companies' ethics are on display in an era of increased transparency, and how they can turn transparency into a business advantage. info@cceia.org (Michael Mendenhall, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Michael Mendenhall, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110913_Malone.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000684 Democracy,Religion,World,Economy Sun, 18 Sep 2011 17:16:00 -0400 Former Canadian High Commissioner to India David Malone gives a comprehensive survey of contemporary Indian foreign policy. He begins by focusing on India's geography, history, and capability, and covers relations with the U.S., China, Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Former Canadian High Commissioner to India David Malone gives a comprehensive survey of contemporary Indian foreign policy. He begins by focusing on India's geography, history, and capability, and covers relations with the U.S., China, Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. info@cceia.org (David M. Malone, Joanne J. Myers) David M. Malone, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110916_GEC148.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000683 Democracy,Ethics,Genocide,Human,Rights,Justice,Warfare Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:56:00 -0400 Do laws that make it a crime to deny the existence of genocide help to lessen the chances of renewed conflict? Or, do they stifle freedom of speech--and risk eliminating political dissent? These are the questions currently debated in Rwanda. Do laws that make it a crime to deny the existence of genocide help to lessen the chances of renewed conflict? Or, do they stifle freedom of speech--and risk eliminating political dissent? These are the questions currently debated in Rwanda. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110907_SamSpeedie.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000682 Corporations Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:44:00 -0400 Led by Sam Speedie, who stepped up immediately after 9/11 and went into public service, this group of under-40s Carnegie New Leaders discuss how to move the country forward and help other young people to make a difference, whether in government, business, or the non-profit sector. Led by Sam Speedie, who stepped up immediately after 9/11 and went into public service, this group of under-40s Carnegie New Leaders discuss how to move the country forward and help other young people to make a difference, whether in government, business, or the non-profit sector. info@cceia.org (Sam Speedie, William Gouveia, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Sam Speedie, William Gouveia, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110907_FriedmanMandelbaum.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000681 Corporations,Energy,Environment,World,Economy Wed, 14 Sep 2011 17:46:00 -0400 What can America do as it faces four major challenges--globalization, the revolution in information technology, chronic deficits, and its energy consumption? What can America do as it faces four major challenges--globalization, the revolution in information technology, chronic deficits, and its energy consumption? info@cceia.org (Thomas L. Friedman, Michael Mandelbaum, Joanne J. Myers) Thomas L. Friedman, Michael Mandelbaum, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110909_GEC147.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000680 Ethics,Islam,Security,Terrorism Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:05:00 -0400 As we take stock of the decade since 9/11, the lessons we have learned are still unclear. Ten years on, analysts impart contentious lessons that may even be irreconcilable. As you reflect on the past decade, what did you learn from 9/11? As we take stock of the decade since 9/11, the lessons we have learned are still unclear. Ten years on, analysts impart contentious lessons that may even be irreconcilable. As you reflect on the past decade, what did you learn from 9/11? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110902_GEC145.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000679 Energy,Oil Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:51:00 -0400 A proposed Canadian pipeline would transport bitumen from the tar sands of Alberta to refineries on the Gulf Coast, crossing the border. Is Keystone XL in the national interest? Is secure access to oil worth the climate change consequences? A proposed Canadian pipeline would transport bitumen from the tar sands of Alberta to refineries on the Gulf Coast, crossing the border. Is Keystone XL in the national interest? Is secure access to oil worth the climate change consequences? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110809_Rutledge_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000678 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:41:00 -0400 Is the U.S. no longer the center of the economic universe? Credit expert Ann Rutledge discusses the recent credit rating downgrade of the U.S. economy and tackles the deeper underlying economic and moral issues, such as attitudes towards risk. Is the U.S. no longer the center of the economic universe? Credit expert Ann Rutledge discusses the recent credit rating downgrade of the U.S. economy and tackles the deeper underlying economic and moral issues, such as attitudes towards risk. info@cceia.org (Ann Rutledge, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Ann Rutledge, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110826_GEC144.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000677 Democracy,Ethics,Intervention,Peacekeeping Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:30:00 -0400 As Libya prepares for its future, do NATO member states have a moral responsibility to protect peace and stability? Or should Libya's future be of its own making? What do you think? As Libya prepares for its future, do NATO member states have a moral responsibility to protect peace and stability? Or should Libya's future be of its own making? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110718_Aylward_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000675 Corporations,Poverty Mon, 15 Aug 2011 16:52:00 -0400 David Aylward specializes in a new sector called mobile health, which uses cell phone and other communications technology to connect poor patients in developing nations to high-level health care. He is working to educate corporations about the opportunities in these markets. David Aylward specializes in a new sector called mobile health, which uses cell phone and other communications technology to connect poor patients in developing nations to high-level health care. He is working to educate corporations about the opportunities in these markets. info@cceia.org (David K. Aylward, Julia Taylor Kennedy) David K. Aylward, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110812_GEC143.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000674 World,Economy Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:52:00 -0400 Instead of taking a leadership role, U.S. politicians merely "kicked the can down the road" to resolve the debt ceiling crisis, kicking off a U.S. credit rating downgrade and a global stock market meltdown. Should the U.S. government be given more or less authority in light of recent events? Instead of taking a leadership role, U.S. politicians merely "kicked the can down the road" to resolve the debt ceiling crisis, kicking off a U.S. credit rating downgrade and a global stock market meltdown. Should the U.S. government be given more or less authority in light of recent events? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110805_GEC142.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000673 Security,Terrorism,Warfare Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:30:00 -0400 Governments and corporations are under serious and growing threat from cyber attacks. Which do you favor: a strategy that seeks out hackers and punishes them at the risk of waging an undeclared cyberwar, or a more defensive strategy, as adopted by today’s Pentagon? Governments and corporations are under serious and growing threat from cyber attacks. Which do you favor: a strategy that seeks out hackers and punishes them at the risk of waging an undeclared cyberwar, or a more defensive strategy, as adopted by today’s Pentagon? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110729_GEC141.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000672 Ethics,Religion,Terrorism Fri, 29 Jul 2011 16:00:00 -0400 The power of belief is terrifying. Do you believe anything strongly enough to take a life without the sanction of authorities? Can any belief justify the killing of innocents? Where do you stand between belief and action? The power of belief is terrifying. Do you believe anything strongly enough to take a life without the sanction of authorities? Can any belief justify the killing of innocents? Where do you stand between belief and action? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110629_OLeary_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000671 Corporations,European,Union Fri, 29 Jul 2011 06:53:00 -0400 What brought down the Celtic Tiger and will it rise again? Barry O'Leary, head of IDA Ireland (Industrial Development Agency), explains how and why Ireland went from boom to bust, and how foreign direct investment can play a role in its recovery. What brought down the Celtic Tiger and will it rise again? Barry O'Leary, head of IDA Ireland (Industrial Development Agency), explains how and why Ireland went from boom to bust, and how foreign direct investment can play a role in its recovery. info@cceia.org (Barry O'Leary, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Barry O'Leary, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110606_Bruder.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000669 Corporations,Education,European,Union Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:30:00 -0400 Carnegie Council's David Speedie and Ronald Bruder, founder of the Education for Employment Foundation, discuss the Foundation's work in providing job training for at-risk youth in Arab Muslim countries, and also the impact of the Arab Spring. Carnegie Council's David Speedie and Ronald Bruder, founder of the Education for Employment Foundation, discuss the Foundation's work in providing job training for at-risk youth in Arab Muslim countries, and also the impact of the Arab Spring. info@cceia.org (Ronald Bruder, David C. Speedie) Ronald Bruder, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110722_GEC140.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000670 Ethics,Security Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:00:00 -0400 Outrage over "News of the World's" use of phone hacking raises the question: when is hacking acceptable? Phone surveillance is a common tool for national security. Where do you draw the line? Outrage over "News of the World's" use of phone hacking raises the question: when is hacking acceptable? Phone surveillance is a common tool for national security. Where do you draw the line? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110715_GEC139.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000668 Health,Poverty Fri, 15 Jul 2011 14:50:00 -0400 World population may hit 10.1 billion by the year 2100. Are population issues individual choices or are they fundamental concerns of public policy? How aggressively should policy intervene? World population may hit 10.1 billion by the year 2100. Are population issues individual choices or are they fundamental concerns of public policy? How aggressively should policy intervene? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110624_Vasudevan_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000667 Corporations Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:14:00 -0400 Ashok Vasudevan has what it takes to build commercially viable and socially responsible global companies. Tasty Bite, an all-natural, ready-to-eat food sold in the U.S. and Australia, is ranked one of India's "Top-100 Best Companies to Work For." Ashok Vasudevan has what it takes to build commercially viable and socially responsible global companies. Tasty Bite, an all-natural, ready-to-eat food sold in the U.S. and Australia, is ranked one of India's "Top-100 Best Companies to Work For." info@cceia.org (Ashok Vasudevan, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Ashok Vasudevan, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/fil20110708_GEC138.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000666 Democracy Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:15:00 -0400 Can you acknowledge dissenters as patriots? Can you dissent and still sing the national anthem wholeheartedly? Can you live in a middle ground? Can you acknowledge dissenters as patriots? Can you dissent and still sing the national anthem wholeheartedly? Can you live in a middle ground? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110623_Forbes.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000665 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 14:30:00 -0400 Economic uncertainty is a source of incivility, declares Forbes. He touches on education, politics, history, free markets, and the establishment of a new gold standard so people can be certain that the money in their pockets has some real value. Economic uncertainty is a source of incivility, declares Forbes. He touches on education, politics, history, free markets, and the establishment of a new gold standard so people can be certain that the money in their pockets has some real value. info@cceia.org (Steve Forbes, Joanne J. Myers) Steve Forbes, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110701_GEC137.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000664 Democracy,Intervention,Peacekeeping,Warfare Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:30:00 -0400 Should the president be supported by the legislative branch when making difficult foreign policy decisions requiring the use of force? How does this apply to Libya? Should the president be supported by the legislative branch when making difficult foreign policy decisions requiring the use of force? How does this apply to Libya? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110616_Levy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000663 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:36:00 -0400 For two years, Levy was given an opportunity to observe Google's operations, development, culture, and advertising model from within the infrastructure, with full managerial cooperation. What did he find? For two years, Levy was given an opportunity to observe Google's operations, development, culture, and advertising model from within the infrastructure, with full managerial cooperation. What did he find? info@cceia.org (Steven Levy, Joanne J. Myers) Steven Levy, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110504_Stringer_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000662 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 12:05:00 -0400 Architect and sustainability expert Leigh Stringer is convinced that LEED green buildings are only a piece of the puzzle when designing a sustainable office. She argues that a crucial component is human behavior. Architect and sustainability expert Leigh Stringer is convinced that LEED green buildings are only a piece of the puzzle when designing a sustainable office. She argues that a crucial component is human behavior. info@cceia.org (Leigh Stringer, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Leigh Stringer, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110622_Davis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000661 Development Wed, 29 Jun 2011 10:42:00 -0400 Microfinance started as a movement for social justice and women's equality and gave birth to an industry, says Davis. This gave rise to scale, efficiency, and large numbers of people being served--over 150 million of the world's poorest households. Microfinance started as a movement for social justice and women's equality and gave birth to an industry, says Davis. This gave rise to scale, efficiency, and large numbers of people being served--over 150 million of the world's poorest households. info@cceia.org (Susan Davis, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Susan Davis, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110624_GEC136.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000659 Justice,Ethics Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:30:00 -0400 In "To Kill a Mockingbird" an innocent man is wrongfully sentenced. The author argues that all we can do in the face of injustice is try, accept, and move on. Should we trust always trust institutions? When the system fails is it enough to have fought, or should we go on to fight again? In "To Kill a Mockingbird" an innocent man is wrongfully sentenced. The author argues that all we can do in the face of injustice is try, accept, and move on. Should we trust always trust institutions? When the system fails is it enough to have fought, or should we go on to fight again? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110620_Kaufman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000660 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:48:00 -0400 What is the underlying source of the current financial turmoil? It is not lack of technological knowledge about how to structure and to trade securities. It stems mainly from behavioral and ethical shortcomings, from regulatory failures, and from historical amnesia, says Henry Kaufman. What is the underlying source of the current financial turmoil? It is not lack of technological knowledge about how to structure and to trade securities. It stems mainly from behavioral and ethical shortcomings, from regulatory failures, and from historical amnesia, says Henry Kaufman. info@cceia.org (Henry Kaufman, Joanne J. Myers) Henry Kaufman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110615_ORourke_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000658 Corporations,Ethics Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:02:00 -0400 Is it possible to grow a company to $1 billion in revenue in Russia without giving a single bribe? In this interactive workshop with high-level professionals, Alcoa's Bill O'Rourke shares how he navigated the murky ethical conundrums that that come with leadership of a global business. Is it possible to grow a company to $1 billion in revenue in Russia without giving a single bribe? In this interactive workshop with high-level professionals, Alcoa's Bill O'Rourke shares how he navigated the murky ethical conundrums that that come with leadership of a global business. info@cceia.org (William O'Rourke Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy, Joel H. Rosenthal) William O'Rourke Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110617_GEC135.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000656 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:56:00 -0400 The intervention in Libya is the first major action authorized by the Security Council under the "responsibility to protect." Should we take military steps when leaders attack their own people? Or does this violate the state's right to self-determination? The intervention in Libya is the first major action authorized by the Security Council under the "responsibility to protect." Should we take military steps when leaders attack their own people? Or does this violate the state's right to self-determination? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110609_Fuller.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000657 Education Thu, 16 Jun 2011 16:01:00 -0400 Drawing on neuroscience, Jack Fuller explains why the information overload of contemporary life makes us dramatically more receptive to sensational news, while rendering the objective voice of standard journalism ineffective. Drawing on neuroscience, Jack Fuller explains why the information overload of contemporary life makes us dramatically more receptive to sensational news, while rendering the objective voice of standard journalism ineffective. info@cceia.org (Jack Fuller, Joanne J. Myers) Jack Fuller, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110602_Henriques_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000655 Corporations Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:29:00 -0400 Is Bernie Madoff a monster or is it easier than you might think to slip over the line? Diana B. Henriques explores the ethical questions raised by Madoff's financial house of cards, which collapsed in late 2008. Is Bernie Madoff a monster or is it easier than you might think to slip over the line? Diana B. Henriques explores the ethical questions raised by Madoff's financial house of cards, which collapsed in late 2008. info@cceia.org (Diana B. Henriques, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Diana B. Henriques, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110525_Lubber_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000654 Corporations,Energy,Oil Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:24:00 -0400 Even though U.S. public policies are often lagging behind, pressures from shareholders and investors, greater transparency, and heightened risk awareness are all contributing to a new focus on sustainability for many companies, says Mindy Lubber. Even though U.S. public policies are often lagging behind, pressures from shareholders and investors, greater transparency, and heightened risk awareness are all contributing to a new focus on sustainability for many companies, says Mindy Lubber. info@cceia.org (Mindy S. Lubber, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Mindy S. Lubber, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110511_OezdemirGoringINT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000653 Education Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:19:00 -0400 Immigration is both a challenge and an opportunity for Germany. So say Green Party leader Cem Oezdemir, the first immigrant member of Germany's parliament, and Michael Goering, CEO of the Hamburg-based Bucerius Foundation, which funds programs on integration. Immigration is both a challenge and an opportunity for Germany. So say Green Party leader Cem Oezdemir, the first immigrant member of Germany's parliament, and Michael Goering, CEO of the Hamburg-based Bucerius Foundation, which funds programs on integration. info@cceia.org (Cem Oezdemir, Michael Goering, Joel H. Rosenthal) Cem Oezdemir, Michael Goering, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110607_BrademasEdwards_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000652 Democracy Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:27:00 -0400 Two distinguished former politicians, one Democrat and one Republican, agree on concrete proposals for improving U.S. politics. They include campaign finance reform; abolishing gerrymandering; and encouraging our brightest young people to enter public service. Two distinguished former politicians, one Democrat and one Republican, agree on concrete proposals for improving U.S. politics. They include campaign finance reform; abolishing gerrymandering; and encouraging our brightest young people to enter public service. info@cceia.org (John Brademas, Mickey Edwards, Joanne J. Myers) John Brademas, Mickey Edwards, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110610_GEC134.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000651 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:12:00 -0400 The Chinese economy and defense budget have grown at an enormous rate over the past five years. Do you think that this will lead to global confrontation? Or will China have a "peaceful rise"? Could there be a third way that blends competition and cooperation? The Chinese economy and defense budget have grown at an enormous rate over the past five years. Do you think that this will lead to global confrontation? Or will China have a "peaceful rise"? Could there be a third way that blends competition and cooperation? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110601_Junger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000650 Security,Warfare Fri, 03 Jun 2011 16:57:00 -0400 In this thoughtful and very personal talk, Sebastian Junger ponders what attracts young men to war, the difference between friendship and brotherhood, the question of when nations should intervene, and lastly, the issue of his own mortality. In this thoughtful and very personal talk, Sebastian Junger ponders what attracts young men to war, the difference between friendship and brotherhood, the question of when nations should intervene, and lastly, the issue of his own mortality. info@cceia.org (Sebastian Junger, Joanne J. Myers) Sebastian Junger, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110525_Dallaire.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000648 Darfur,Genocide,Warfare Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:49:00 -0400 Child soldiers are a weapons system that is effective, cheap, and complete. How do we counter that? How do we make the use of children a liability? How do we stop people from reverting to using children as the primary weapons system of a conflict? Child soldiers are a weapons system that is effective, cheap, and complete. How do we counter that? How do we make the use of children a liability? How do we stop people from reverting to using children as the primary weapons system of a conflict? info@cceia.org (Lt. Gen. Romeo A. Dallaire, Joanne J. Myers) Lt. Gen. Romeo A. Dallaire, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110603_GEC133.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000649 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:24:00 -0400 Within weeks of independence for Southern Sudan, the Northern Sudanese Army annexed the disputed town of Abyei. Should Southern Sudan respond militarily, risking a larger war? Or should they move ahead with independence on July 9 as planned? Within weeks of independence for Southern Sudan, the Northern Sudanese Army annexed the disputed town of Abyei. Should Southern Sudan respond militarily, risking a larger war? Or should they move ahead with independence on July 9 as planned? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110415_Wenar_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000647 Energy,Oil Wed, 01 Jun 2011 16:46:00 -0400 Consumers in countries that import natural resources are often unwittingly in business with dictators, corrupt officials, and armed groups, says Leif Wenar. Yet we could change our laws to make powerful groups in exporting countries more accountable to their own people. Consumers in countries that import natural resources are often unwittingly in business with dictators, corrupt officials, and armed groups, says Leif Wenar. Yet we could change our laws to make powerful groups in exporting countries more accountable to their own people. info@cceia.org (Leif Wenar, John Tessitore) Leif Wenar, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110523_Howard.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000646 Justice Tue, 31 May 2011 16:25:00 -0400 Philip Howard argues that an excess of government regulations and the law has corroded the institutions of authority in our society, with many deleterious effects, and one of the victims of that is our sense of ethics and civility. Philip Howard argues that an excess of government regulations and the law has corroded the institutions of authority in our society, with many deleterious effects, and one of the victims of that is our sense of ethics and civility. info@cceia.org (Philip K. Howard, Joanne J. Myers) Philip K. Howard, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110519_RiseOfTheRestIV.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000645 Tue, 31 May 2011 11:07:00 -0400 Optimistic and bleak by turns, a panel of experts analyzes the dilemmas facing the rising and existing powers--from protests across the Middle East, to the earthquake and nuclear disaster in Japan, to rising food and oil prices across the world. Optimistic and bleak by turns, a panel of experts analyzes the dilemmas facing the rising and existing powers--from protests across the Middle East, to the earthquake and nuclear disaster in Japan, to rising food and oil prices across the world. info@cceia.org (Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Devin T. Stewart, Dov Waxman) Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Devin T. Stewart, Dov Waxman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110527_GEC132.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000644 Justice Fri, 27 May 2011 11:08:00 -0400 Can corruption be legitimized by common usage, legal process, or subsequent legislation? Should old crimes go unpunished by legislative amnesty? Or is it more important simply to correct the abuse and move forward? Can corruption be legitimized by common usage, legal process, or subsequent legislation? Should old crimes go unpunished by legislative amnesty? Or is it more important simply to correct the abuse and move forward? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110516_Spence.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000643 World,Economy Fri, 20 May 2011 17:04:00 -0400 In the next 20 years, 75 to 80 percent of the world's population will have the same standard of living as  today's advanced countries. What will this extraordinary set of pressures on natural resources and the environment mean for the planet? In the next 20 years, 75 to 80 percent of the world's population will have the same standard of living as  today's advanced countries. What will this extraordinary set of pressures on natural resources and the environment mean for the planet? info@cceia.org (Michael Spence, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Spence, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110415_Mehta_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000642 Corporations,Oil,World,Economy Fri, 20 May 2011 15:39:00 -0400 How does capital flight work and how big a problem is it? Krishen Mehta of Global Financial Integrity (GFI) explains that in total, developing countries lose close to $1 trillion every year, of which 65 percent is related to commercial tax evasion. How does capital flight work and how big a problem is it? Krishen Mehta of Global Financial Integrity (GFI) explains that in total, developing countries lose close to $1 trillion every year, of which 65 percent is related to commercial tax evasion. info@cceia.org (Krishen Mehta, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Krishen Mehta, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110520_GEC131.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000641 Fri, 20 May 2011 11:15:00 -0400 Could SEAL Team 6 have captured bin Laden alive? Should training for elite military forces prioritize thoughtfulness at the risk of indecision? Could SEAL Team 6 have captured bin Laden alive? Should training for elite military forces prioritize thoughtfulness at the risk of indecision? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110413_Ellis_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000640 Corporations Fri, 13 May 2011 12:03:00 -0400 Michael Ellis, from the sustainability consulting firm GreenOrder, discusses how companies can work with employees to make sure they're onboard with green initiatives--and why that's such an important part of green workplaces. Michael Ellis, from the sustainability consulting firm GreenOrder, discusses how companies can work with employees to make sure they're onboard with green initiatives--and why that's such an important part of green workplaces. info@cceia.org (Michael Ellis, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Michael Ellis, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110513_GEC130.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000639 Terrorism Fri, 13 May 2011 11:15:00 -0400 Osama bin Laden was killed in Pakistan in a mission by U.S. Navy SEALS. Should the U.S. have captured him alive and put him on trial? Was the U.S. justified in entering Pakistan without the consent of their government? Osama bin Laden was killed in Pakistan in a mission by U.S. Navy SEALS. Should the U.S. have captured him alive and put him on trial? Was the U.S. justified in entering Pakistan without the consent of their government? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110505_Hamilton.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000638 Darfur,Genocide Thu, 12 May 2011 16:56:00 -0400 What were the accomplishments and failures of the U.S. grassroots movements that responded to the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, and how do these lessons apply to grassroots movements in general? What were the accomplishments and failures of the U.S. grassroots movements that responded to the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, and how do these lessons apply to grassroots movements in general? info@cceia.org (Rebecca Hamilton) Rebecca Hamilton] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110502_Fukuyama.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000637 Fri, 06 May 2011 16:49:00 -0400 How did human beings succeed in creating the ideal of strong, accountable governments that adhere to the rule of law? Francis Fukuyama provides a sweeping account of how today's basic political institutions developed. How did human beings succeed in creating the ideal of strong, accountable governments that adhere to the rule of law? Francis Fukuyama provides a sweeping account of how today's basic political institutions developed. info@cceia.org (Francis Fukuyama, Joanne J. Myers) Francis Fukuyama, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110506_GEC129.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000636 Fri, 06 May 2011 15:49:00 -0400 Taiwan requires electric utilities to purchase renewable energy, subsidized by the government. When solar rates went down, the government changed the contract terms, saving on government funding but causing the solar investors to make less profit. Was this justified? Taiwan requires electric utilities to purchase renewable energy, subsidized by the government. When solar rates went down, the government changed the contract terms, saving on government funding but causing the solar investors to make less profit. Was this justified? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110429_Fukuyama_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000635 Democracy,European,Union Fri, 06 May 2011 12:58:00 -0400 How does Francis Fukuyama view state formation, normative issues, and human behavior? Does he believe (as Andrew Carnegie did) that history moves in an upward direction and we can eventually put an end to war? This fascinating interview explores these questions and more. How does Francis Fukuyama view state formation, normative issues, and human behavior? Does he believe (as Andrew Carnegie did) that history moves in an upward direction and we can eventually put an end to war? This fascinating interview explores these questions and more. info@cceia.org (Francis Fukuyama, Joel H. Rosenthal) Francis Fukuyama, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110427_ORourke_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000634 Corporations Fri, 06 May 2011 12:31:00 -0400 It's all about personal convictions: Bill O'Rourke explains how he grew Alcoa's business in Russia to $1B revenue without giving a single bribe, and how he fosters sustainability, health, and safety practices in his current U.S. position. It's all about personal convictions: Bill O'Rourke explains how he grew Alcoa's business in Russia to $1B revenue without giving a single bribe, and how he fosters sustainability, health, and safety practices in his current U.S. position. info@cceia.org (William O'Rourke Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy) William O'Rourke Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110418_WorldViews_Rosenthal.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000633 Fri, 06 May 2011 12:17:00 -0400 "We need to move toward a way of viewing the world that sees that we live in an interconnected world and that our prosperity and our well-being does depend on the well-being of others and that we bear some kinds of duties and responsibilities to that." "We need to move toward a way of viewing the world that sees that we live in an interconnected world and that our prosperity and our well-being does depend on the well-being of others and that we bear some kinds of duties and responsibilities to that." info@cceia.org (Joel H. Rosenthal) Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110426_Gentile.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000632 Corporations,Education Thu, 05 May 2011 17:15:00 -0400 Through experiential exercises that act as rehearsals, we can learn to how to act on our values in real-life situations, says Mary Gentile. She shares a ground-breaking new approach that prepares professionals to respond to ethical challenges in the workplace. Through experiential exercises that act as rehearsals, we can learn to how to act on our values in real-life situations, says Mary Gentile. She shares a ground-breaking new approach that prepares professionals to respond to ethical challenges in the workplace. info@cceia.org (Mary C. Gentile, Jeffrey Hittner) Mary C. Gentile, Jeffrey Hittner] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110209_Savostiyanov.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000631 Democracy,Security Thu, 05 May 2011 15:22:00 -0400 Evgeny Savostiyanov was one of two key appointments made by "reformist" Mayor Gavriil Popov during his brief tenure as mayor of Moscow from 1990-92. Savostiyanov was made head of the Moscow KGB, with a view to "dismantling" the old Soviet-era version. Evgeny Savostiyanov was one of two key appointments made by "reformist" Mayor Gavriil Popov during his brief tenure as mayor of Moscow from 1990-92. Savostiyanov was made head of the Moscow KGB, with a view to "dismantling" the old Soviet-era version. info@cceia.org (Evgeny Savostiyanov, David C. Speedie) Evgeny Savostiyanov, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110426_Godwin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000630 Mon, 02 May 2011 17:01:00 -0400 Author and journalist Peter Godwin was born and raised in Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia). In this gripping talk, he untangles his country's complex and tragic history, and lays out the arc of President Mugabe's brutal career. Author and journalist Peter Godwin was born and raised in Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia). In this gripping talk, he untangles his country's complex and tragic history, and lays out the arc of President Mugabe's brutal career. info@cceia.org (Peter Godwin, Joanne J. Myers) Peter Godwin, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110420_Jabbra.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000629 Education,Ethics Mon, 02 May 2011 15:55:00 -0400 For generations, American universities have been educating students in the Middle East. President of Lebanese American University Joseph Jabbra makes an impassioned case for the American values that students absorb in these institutions, such as tolerance, philanthropy and service. For generations, American universities have been educating students in the Middle East. President of Lebanese American University Joseph Jabbra makes an impassioned case for the American values that students absorb in these institutions, such as tolerance, philanthropy and service. info@cceia.org (Joseph G. Jabbra, Joanne J. Myers) Joseph G. Jabbra, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110429_GEC128.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000628 Environment Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:14:00 -0400 Japan's recent tsunami and nuclear disaster have devastated its fishing industry. Fish are at the heart of Japanese culture, yet worldwide stocks of wild fish are in drastic descent. Should there be a push to revive this occupation or should Japan be trying to grow new industries? Japan's recent tsunami and nuclear disaster have devastated its fishing industry. Fish are at the heart of Japanese culture, yet worldwide stocks of wild fish are in drastic descent. Should there be a push to revive this occupation or should Japan be trying to grow new industries? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110421_Osgood.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000627 Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:54:00 -0400 In every sector of American society, civility has declined, according to recent polls--from vicious political rhetoric to attacks in the blogosphere and lack of personal decency. How can the media play a positive role in restoring civility? In every sector of American society, civility has declined, according to recent polls--from vicious political rhetoric to attacks in the blogosphere and lack of personal decency. How can the media play a positive role in restoring civility? info@cceia.org (Charles Osgood, Joanne J. Myers) Charles Osgood, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110420_Lieven_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000626 Security,Terrorism Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:50:00 -0400 Pakistan expert Anatol Lieven unravels Pakistan's troubled and complex relationships with the U.S., Afghanistan, the Taliban, and its own army--and adds a special note on what bin Laden's death means for U.S.-Pakistan relations. Pakistan expert Anatol Lieven unravels Pakistan's troubled and complex relationships with the U.S., Afghanistan, the Taliban, and its own army--and adds a special note on what bin Laden's death means for U.S.-Pakistan relations. info@cceia.org (Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie) Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110415_Madrigal_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000625 Energy,Environment Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:28:00 -0400 Author Alexis Madrigal examines the history of green technologies in America and shows how they have been entangled with culture, ethics, and government policies. Author Alexis Madrigal examines the history of green technologies in America and shows how they have been entangled with culture, ethics, and government policies. info@cceia.org (Alexis Madrigal, Evan O'Neil) Alexis Madrigal, Evan O'Neil] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110421_GEC127.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000624 Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:39:00 -0400 Economic models were the basis for crucial practical decisions that led to the 2008-09 financial crisis. Yet government bailouts remain controversial because free market advocates see intervention as wrong. Do you agree with the need to manage markets? Or should the economy be guided only be the "invisible hand"? Economic models were the basis for crucial practical decisions that led to the 2008-09 financial crisis. Yet government bailouts remain controversial because free market advocates see intervention as wrong. Do you agree with the need to manage markets? Or should the economy be guided only be the "invisible hand"? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110413_Schama.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000623 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:09:00 -0400 Prepare to be challenged and entertained! The inimitable Simon Schama discusses American politics, past and present, and gives an impassioned defense of the importance of "the general welfare"--rather than rugged individualism--at the heart of the American Constitution. Prepare to be challenged and entertained! The inimitable Simon Schama discusses American politics, past and present, and gives an impassioned defense of the importance of "the general welfare"--rather than rugged individualism--at the heart of the American Constitution. info@cceia.org (Simon Schama, Joanne J. Myers) Simon Schama, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110415_GEC126.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000622 Democracy Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:12:00 -0400 In the aftermath of popular uprisings in the Middle East, Western aid-donors are confronted by a difficult dilemma. Should they work with anti-democratic or politically extreme domestic groups? Is excluding some parties in the name of democracy justified? In the aftermath of popular uprisings in the Middle East, Western aid-donors are confronted by a difficult dilemma. Should they work with anti-democratic or politically extreme domestic groups? Is excluding some parties in the name of democracy justified? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110322_Belsky_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000621 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:46:00 -0400 Scott Belsky's mission is to organize and empower creative professionals. "There's so much talk about how to be more creative, but there isn't enough discussion about the execution side of the equation--how can individuals and teams better execute and follow through on their ideas." Scott Belsky's mission is to organize and empower creative professionals. "There's so much talk about how to be more creative, but there isn't enough discussion about the execution side of the equation--how can individuals and teams better execute and follow through on their ideas." info@cceia.org (Scott Belsky, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Scott Belsky, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110408_Grayling.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000620 Religion Sat, 09 Apr 2011 10:51:00 -0400 Philosopher A.C. Grayling has created a non-religious Bible that draws from the wealth of secular literature and philosophy in both Western and Eastern traditions. Whatever your beliefs, you will find food for thought in this wise and witty talk.  Philosopher A.C. Grayling has created a non-religious Bible that draws from the wealth of secular literature and philosophy in both Western and Eastern traditions. Whatever your beliefs, you will find food for thought in this wise and witty talk.  info@cceia.org (A.C. Grayling) A.C. Grayling] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110408_GEC125.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000618 Democracy Fri, 08 Apr 2011 15:03:00 -0400 In transitions from authoritarian rule to democracy, systems must decide who to exclude from public office. What do you do with those who, without being guilty, cannot be called innocent? Is it undemocratic to ban them from holding government positions? In transitions from authoritarian rule to democracy, systems must decide who to exclude from public office. What do you do with those who, without being guilty, cannot be called innocent? Is it undemocratic to ban them from holding government positions? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110208_Murashev.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000619 Democracy Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:44:00 -0400 Active in Russian politics since the early days of Perestroika, Arkady Murashev discusses his part in bringing down the Soviet Union and and working towards a new form of government. Active in Russian politics since the early days of Perestroika, Arkady Murashev discusses his part in bringing down the Soviet Union and and working towards a new form of government. info@cceia.org (Arkady Murashev, David C. Speedie) Arkady Murashev, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110405_Khanna.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000617 Corporations Thu, 07 Apr 2011 16:19:00 -0400 We're living in a multi-polar, multi-civilizational world, says Parag Khanna, and the old rules no longer apply. Increasingly, states, international organizations, NGOs, and corporations must work in partnerships and find ways to strengthen mutual accountability. We're living in a multi-polar, multi-civilizational world, says Parag Khanna, and the old rules no longer apply. Increasingly, states, international organizations, NGOs, and corporations must work in partnerships and find ways to strengthen mutual accountability. info@cceia.org (Parag Khanna, Joanne J. Myers) Parag Khanna, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110330_Betts.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000616 Democracy,Globalization Fri, 01 Apr 2011 16:52:00 -0400 After the Cold War, Fukuyama, Huntington, and Mearsheimer each presented a bold vision of what the driving forces of world politics would be. Yet all have proved to be out of step with recent U.S. foreign policy. Is there a fourth vision for the world ahead? After the Cold War, Fukuyama, Huntington, and Mearsheimer each presented a bold vision of what the driving forces of world politics would be. Yet all have proved to be out of step with recent U.S. foreign policy. Is there a fourth vision for the world ahead? info@cceia.org (Richard K. Betts, Joanne J. Myers) Richard K. Betts, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110401_GEC124.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000615 Energy,Oil Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:49:00 -0400 Oil is cost-efficient as a primary energy source--in the short term. Long-term, however, oil poses economic risks and damages the environment. Should we allow markets to determine energy sources or implement energy policies to invest in alternatives? Oil is cost-efficient as a primary energy source--in the short term. Long-term, however, oil poses economic risks and damages the environment. Should we allow markets to determine energy sources or implement energy policies to invest in alternatives? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110325_Anderson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000614 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:54:00 -0400 As president of the American University of Cairo, Lisa Anderson was a witness to the recent protests in Tahrir Square. In this fascinating talk, she analyzes the upheavals taking place across the Arab world and explains the differences between them. As president of the American University of Cairo, Lisa Anderson was a witness to the recent protests in Tahrir Square. In this fascinating talk, she analyzes the upheavals taking place across the Arab world and explains the differences between them. info@cceia.org (Lisa Anderson, Joanne J. Myers) Lisa Anderson, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110322_Chesterman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000613 Torture Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:55:00 -0400 The boundaries between public and private are crumbling fast, often with the active or passive consent of those whose privacy is breached. What limits, if any, should be placed on a government's efforts to spy on its citizens in the name of national security? The boundaries between public and private are crumbling fast, often with the active or passive consent of those whose privacy is breached. What limits, if any, should be placed on a government's efforts to spy on its citizens in the name of national security? info@cceia.org (Simon Chesterman) Simon Chesterman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110302_Glaeser_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000612 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:00:00 -0400 "We live in an age in which it is effortless to telecommunicate across the globe, in which we could all just dial in from some sylvan suburb," says Harvard economist Edward Glaeser. "But along so many dimensions, cities are more vital, more innovative, and more important than ever." "We live in an age in which it is effortless to telecommunicate across the globe, in which we could all just dial in from some sylvan suburb," says Harvard economist Edward Glaeser. "But along so many dimensions, cities are more vital, more innovative, and more important than ever." info@cceia.org (Edward Glaeser, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Edward Glaeser, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100108_GEC123.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000611 Energy Fri, 25 Mar 2011 11:28:00 -0400 Due to the high demand of energy, competitive costs, and environmental concerns, nuclear power seemed like a reasonable option. The earthquake and tsunami in Japan have since raised serious concerns about its safety. Is nuclear power worth the risk? Due to the high demand of energy, competitive costs, and environmental concerns, nuclear power seemed like a reasonable option. The earthquake and tsunami in Japan have since raised serious concerns about its safety. Is nuclear power worth the risk? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110224_Paik_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000610 Development,Education Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:18:00 -0400 Women and girls are a powerful accelerator for change, says Nike Foundation's Swan Paik. By allowing girls to fall through irreversible trap doors in adolescence, the world is missing out on the tremendous potential that they have to offer. Women and girls are a powerful accelerator for change, says Nike Foundation's Swan Paik. By allowing girls to fall through irreversible trap doors in adolescence, the world is missing out on the tremendous potential that they have to offer. info@cceia.org (Swan Paik, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Swan Paik, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110314_Rashid.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000609 Terrorism Fri, 18 Mar 2011 14:20:00 -0400 With its mix of militants, nuclear weapons, and chronic domestic unrest, Pakistan's problems have implications for the entire world.  Prize-winning author and journalist Ahmed Rashid gives a chilling account of the situation in his homeland.  With its mix of militants, nuclear weapons, and chronic domestic unrest, Pakistan's problems have implications for the entire world.  Prize-winning author and journalist Ahmed Rashid gives a chilling account of the situation in his homeland.  info@cceia.org (Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers) Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110318_GEC122.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000608 Aid,Health Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:25:00 -0400 Bill Gates is spending one billion dollars in two years to eradicate polio. Although a deadly and crippling disease, it is extremely hard to end and there were only 1,000 cases reported last year. Is Gates' pledge a misallocation of global health resources? Bill Gates is spending one billion dollars in two years to eradicate polio. Although a deadly and crippling disease, it is extremely hard to end and there were only 1,000 cases reported last year. Is Gates' pledge a misallocation of global health resources? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110308_Abuelaish.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000607 Education,Reconciliation Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:03:00 -0400 Born in a Palestinian refugee camp, Dr. Abuelaish has devoted his life to medicine and to reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians, even though his three daughters and a niece were killed by Israeli shelling. What drives this extraordinary man? Born in a Palestinian refugee camp, Dr. Abuelaish has devoted his life to medicine and to reconciliation between Israelis and Palestinians, even though his three daughters and a niece were killed by Israeli shelling. What drives this extraordinary man? info@cceia.org (Izzeldin Abuelaish, Joanne J. Myers) Izzeldin Abuelaish, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110301_MediaRussia.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000606 Democracy Fri, 11 Mar 2011 12:52:00 -0500 What is the current situation of journalism in Russia today, where 70 percent of media is owned by the state? The Council welcomes a delegation of Russia's media leaders for a frank discussion. What is the current situation of journalism in Russia today, where 70 percent of media is owned by the state? The Council welcomes a delegation of Russia's media leaders for a frank discussion. info@cceia.org (Nargiz Asadova, Pavel Nikolaevich Gusev, Mikhail Gusman, Mikhail Kotov, Azer Mursaliev, Mikhail Ponomarev, David C. Speedie) Nargiz Asadova, Pavel Nikolaevich Gusev, Mikhail Gusman, Mikhail Kotov, Azer Mursaliev, Mikhail Ponomarev, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110311_GEC121.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000605 Democracy Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:51:00 -0500 Turkey's democracy has been extolled as a model in the Middle East, but has also been belittled for its creeping authoritarianism. Does Turkey offer hope to those states making a democratic transformation in the Arab world? Or is its system under threat? Turkey's democracy has been extolled as a model in the Middle East, but has also been belittled for its creeping authoritarianism. Does Turkey offer hope to those states making a democratic transformation in the Arab world? Or is its system under threat? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110223_Tessitore_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000604 Education Fri, 04 Mar 2011 13:50:00 -0500 As EIA journal celebrates its 25th anniversary and its move to Cambridge University Press, Editor John Tessitore discusses the journal's mission, its themes, its peer-review process, and its global reach. As EIA journal celebrates its 25th anniversary and its move to Cambridge University Press, Editor John Tessitore discusses the journal's mission, its themes, its peer-review process, and its global reach. info@cceia.org (John Tessitore, Julia Taylor Kennedy) John Tessitore, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110304_GEC120.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000603 Security Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:41:00 -0500 In March 2011, there were over 50 vessels and 800 people held hostage by Somali pirates. What should be the response to these captures? Should a third party attack, negotiate, seek legal remedies, or continue to make the best of a terrible situation? In March 2011, there were over 50 vessels and 800 people held hostage by Somali pirates. What should be the response to these captures? Should a third party attack, negotiate, seek legal remedies, or continue to make the best of a terrible situation? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110210_Nye_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000602 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:18:00 -0500 Joseph Nye discusses the sources of his ideas, his major concepts such as soft power, the impact of these concepts, and his thoughts on the information revolution. Joseph Nye discusses the sources of his ideas, his major concepts such as soft power, the impact of these concepts, and his thoughts on the information revolution. info@cceia.org (Joseph S. Nye, Jr., William C. Vocke Jr.) Joseph S. Nye, Jr., William C. Vocke Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110228_Staples_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000601 Security,Trade Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:46:00 -0500 Everyone knows that the only real solution to piracy in the Indian Ocean is to stabilize Somalia and revive its economy, says Merchant Marine Captain James Staples, a piracy expert. As long as Somalians have nothing to lose, piracy will continue. Everyone knows that the only real solution to piracy in the Indian Ocean is to stabilize Somalia and revive its economy, says Merchant Marine Captain James Staples, a piracy expert. As long as Somalians have nothing to lose, piracy will continue. info@cceia.org (James Staples, Julia Taylor Kennedy) James Staples, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110223_Brown.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000600 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:06:00 -0500 Is the world ready to embrace more powerful international institutions and the values needed to underpin a truly globalist agenda—the rule of law, human rights, and opportunity for all? Is the world ready to embrace more powerful international institutions and the values needed to underpin a truly globalist agenda—the rule of law, human rights, and opportunity for all? info@cceia.org (Mark Malloch Brown, Joanne J. Myers) Mark Malloch Brown, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110225_GEC119.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000599 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:31:00 -0500 How well do the institutions of government live up to the expectations of their people? What has America got right? What should it change? How do other countries measure up? How well do the institutions of government live up to the expectations of their people? What has America got right? What should it change? How do other countries measure up? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110211_Klemperer_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000598 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 13:48:00 -0500 Jerusha Klemperer, associate director of programs at Slow Food USA, explains the differences between slow and fast food and discusses food equity--how to make slow food more affordable and more widely available. Jerusha Klemperer, associate director of programs at Slow Food USA, explains the differences between slow and fast food and discusses food equity--how to make slow food more affordable and more widely available. info@cceia.org (Jerusha Klemperer, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Jerusha Klemperer, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110225_JoelRosenthal_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000597 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:23:00 -0500 Carnegie Council President Joel Rosenthal discusses Andrew Carnegie's vision for world peace and the mission and work of today's Carnegie Council, along with issues such as the U.S. role in the world, deterrence, and the changing nature of war. Carnegie Council President Joel Rosenthal discusses Andrew Carnegie's vision for world peace and the mission and work of today's Carnegie Council, along with issues such as the U.S. role in the world, deterrence, and the changing nature of war. info@cceia.org (Joel H. Rosenthal) Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110216_JentlesonWeber.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000595 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:43:00 -0500 Free market capitalism, Western culture, democracy--the ideas that shaped 20th century world politics and underpinned U.S. foreign policy--have lost a good deal of their strength. Authority is now more contested and power more diffused. How should the U.S. meet these challenges? Free market capitalism, Western culture, democracy--the ideas that shaped 20th century world politics and underpinned U.S. foreign policy--have lost a good deal of their strength. Authority is now more contested and power more diffused. How should the U.S. meet these challenges? info@cceia.org (Steven Weber, Bruce W. Jentleson, Joanne J. Myers) Steven Weber, Bruce W. Jentleson, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110207_Rogers_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000594 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:05:00 -0500 Author and eco-entrepreneur Roo Rogers' ventures include an alternative town-car service that uses hybrid cars. His recent book, "What's Mine is Yours," discusses collaborative consumption--bartering, trading, and sharing, but on a massive scale. Examples include Ebay and Craigslist. Author and eco-entrepreneur Roo Rogers' ventures include an alternative town-car service that uses hybrid cars. His recent book, "What's Mine is Yours," discusses collaborative consumption--bartering, trading, and sharing, but on a massive scale. Examples include Ebay and Craigslist. info@cceia.org (Roo Rogers, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Roo Rogers, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110218_GEC118.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000593 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 12:16:00 -0500 Could the slow job growth rate of the Great Recession be attributed to new technologies replacing human labor and intelligence? Is artificial intelligence likely or desirable in a post-industrial society? Could the slow job growth rate of the Great Recession be attributed to new technologies replacing human labor and intelligence? Is artificial intelligence likely or desirable in a post-industrial society? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101214_Exnicios_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000592 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 14:07:00 -0500 David Speedie interviews John Exnicios, former vice president of the Krieble Institute. Exnicios played a lead role in training Russian dissidents in the last years of the Soviet Union. David Speedie interviews John Exnicios, former vice president of the Krieble Institute. Exnicios played a lead role in training Russian dissidents in the last years of the Soviet Union. info@cceia.org (John Exnicios, David C. Speedie) John Exnicios, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110210_Nye.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000591 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 10:22:00 -0500 "In the information age, the mark of a great power is not just whose army wins, but also whose story wins," says Joseph Nye. This talk includes his thoughts on China, Egypt, Afghanistan, Iran, and more. "In the information age, the mark of a great power is not just whose army wins, but also whose story wins," says Joseph Nye. This talk includes his thoughts on China, Egypt, Afghanistan, Iran, and more. info@cceia.org (Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Joanne J. Myers) Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110211_GEC117.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000590 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 16:48:00 -0500 The Indian government plans to give all 1.2 billion Indians a fingerprint ID. Are you in favor of a national biometric ID to prevent identity theft and facilitate commerce? Or are you concerned about the privacy implications? In any case, are universal IDs only a matter of time? The Indian government plans to give all 1.2 billion Indians a fingerprint ID. Are you in favor of a national biometric ID to prevent identity theft and facilitate commerce? Or are you concerned about the privacy implications? In any case, are universal IDs only a matter of time? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110208_Scheuer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000589 Intervention,Islam,Security,Terrorism Thu, 10 Feb 2011 14:07:00 -0500 CIA veteran Michael Scheuer believes that the U.S. has consistently underestimated Osama bin Laden; what's more, in terms of al Qaeda and its allies, events in Egypt, Tunisia, and Sudan, and the rumblings in Jordan and Yemen are unalloyed good news. CIA veteran Michael Scheuer believes that the U.S. has consistently underestimated Osama bin Laden; what's more, in terms of al Qaeda and its allies, events in Egypt, Tunisia, and Sudan, and the rumblings in Jordan and Yemen are unalloyed good news. info@cceia.org (Michael Scheuer, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Scheuer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110204_Escher_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000588 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:50:00 -0500 Can MBAs be held to "do no harm" standards similar to those of MDs? The MBA Oath was created by a group of Class of 2009 Graduates of Harvard Business School. Like the Hippocratic Oath made by doctors, the MBA Oath outlines values and ideals to which managers  should commit. Can MBAs be held to "do no harm" standards similar to those of MDs? The MBA Oath was created by a group of Class of 2009 Graduates of Harvard Business School. Like the Hippocratic Oath made by doctors, the MBA Oath outlines values and ideals to which managers  should commit. info@cceia.org (Peter Escher, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Peter Escher, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110204_GEC116.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000587 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:51:00 -0500 Two waves are overwhelming Egypt and possibly the Middle East: democracy and demography. Can a youthful imperative for rapid change amplify or diminish the growth of democracy? Can a populist revolution contain the seeds of an authoritarian regime? Two waves are overwhelming Egypt and possibly the Middle East: democracy and demography. Can a youthful imperative for rapid change amplify or diminish the growth of democracy? Can a populist revolution contain the seeds of an authoritarian regime? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110125_Davis_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000586 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:12:00 -0500 "Although there is no magic bullet, social entrepreneurship unlocks everybody's ability to be a change maker and to participate in the solutions to their own problems," says Susan Davis of BRAC, the world's largest development agency and a microfinance pioneer. "Although there is no magic bullet, social entrepreneurship unlocks everybody's ability to be a change maker and to participate in the solutions to their own problems," says Susan Davis of BRAC, the world's largest development agency and a microfinance pioneer. info@cceia.org (Susan Davis, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Susan Davis, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110110_Hofmann_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000585 HIV/AIDS Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:42:00 -0500 "We strongly believe that markets can be made to work for the poor in ways that far surpass the ability of the public sector and other interventions to really have the impact that we need at scale," says PSI President Karl Hoffman. "We strongly believe that markets can be made to work for the poor in ways that far surpass the ability of the public sector and other interventions to really have the impact that we need at scale," says PSI President Karl Hoffman. info@cceia.org (Karl Hofmann, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Karl Hofmann, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110126_Friedman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000584 Empire,World,Economy Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:06:00 -0500 The challenge of the next decade is not American power, says George Friedman. It is the preservation of the republic through a management of the international system that faces the fact that, intended or not, we're an empire. So long as we refuse to face that, we can't be effective. The challenge of the next decade is not American power, says George Friedman. It is the preservation of the republic through a management of the international system that faces the fact that, intended or not, we're an empire. So long as we refuse to face that, we can't be effective. info@cceia.org (George Friedman) George Friedman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110128_GEC115.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000583 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:43:00 -0500 In Tunisia, the Jasmine Revolution showed the vulnerability of unpopular and anti-democratic regimes. Should the West support authoritarian regimes to contain political Islam? Or should it watch popular passions erect potentially anti-democratic governments? In Tunisia, the Jasmine Revolution showed the vulnerability of unpopular and anti-democratic regimes. Should the West support authoritarian regimes to contain political Islam? Or should it watch popular passions erect potentially anti-democratic governments? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110125_Morozov.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000582 Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:06:00 -0500 Amid the euphoria about the power of the Internet and social media, Morozov sounds a note of caution. He reminds us that these tools can also entrench dictators, threaten dissidents, and make it harder--not easier--to promote democracy. Amid the euphoria about the power of the Internet and social media, Morozov sounds a note of caution. He reminds us that these tools can also entrench dictators, threaten dissidents, and make it harder--not easier--to promote democracy. info@cceia.org (Evgeny Morozov) Evgeny Morozov] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110120_Rose.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000581 Warfare Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:45:00 -0500 Pax Americana is a good thing, declares Gideon Rose. The problem is that even when the U.S. wins militarily, it often botches dealing with war's aftermath because it fails to define its political objectives. Pax Americana is a good thing, declares Gideon Rose. The problem is that even when the U.S. wins militarily, it often botches dealing with war's aftermath because it fails to define its political objectives. info@cceia.org (Gideon Rose, Joanne J. Myers) Gideon Rose, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110121_GEC114.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000579 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:09:00 -0500 The annual announcement from the Eurasia Group of top global risks is here. Do you agree with their choice of fundamental issues for this year? The annual announcement from the Eurasia Group of top global risks is here. Do you agree with their choice of fundamental issues for this year? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110119_TopRisks2011.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000580 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:33:00 -0500 In this lively discussion, economist Daniel Altman, political scientist/risk expert Ian Bremmer, and economic and political analyst Zachary Karabell present what each sees as the top risks for this year--and well beyond. In this lively discussion, economist Daniel Altman, political scientist/risk expert Ian Bremmer, and economic and political analyst Zachary Karabell present what each sees as the top risks for this year--and well beyond. info@cceia.org (Daniel Altman, Ian Bremmer, Zachary Karabell, Art Kleiner, Joel H. Rosenthal) Daniel Altman, Ian Bremmer, Zachary Karabell, Art Kleiner, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101115_Lespinasse_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000578 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:21:00 -0500 Colette Lespinasse discusses pre-existing governance and human rights issues in disaster-stricken Haiti. She addresses the recent earthquake and cholera outbreak, as well as her work with migrants on the Haitian-Dominican border. Colette Lespinasse discusses pre-existing governance and human rights issues in disaster-stricken Haiti. She addresses the recent earthquake and cholera outbreak, as well as her work with migrants on the Haitian-Dominican border. info@cceia.org (Colette Lespinasse, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Colette Lespinasse, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101207_Brown_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000577 Democracy,Genocide,Human,Rights,Justice Wed, 19 Jan 2011 10:09:00 -0500 Chris Brown reveals the roots of his current thinking, and discusses his views on Marxism, human rights, humanitarian intervention, direct versus representational democracy, and cosmopolitanism versus communitarianism. Chris Brown reveals the roots of his current thinking, and discusses his views on Marxism, human rights, humanitarian intervention, direct versus representational democracy, and cosmopolitanism versus communitarianism. info@cceia.org (Chris Brown, William C. Vocke Jr.) Chris Brown, William C. Vocke Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110113_Eichengreen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000576 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 16:14:00 -0500 Barry Eichengreen argues that while the dollar is bound to lose its singular status, the coming changes will be neither sudden nor dire. Barry Eichengreen argues that while the dollar is bound to lose its singular status, the coming changes will be neither sudden nor dire. info@cceia.org (Barry Eichengreen) Barry Eichengreen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110114_GEC113.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000575 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 13:36:00 -0500 Chinese policies tilt the field and undermine free trade, according to journalist David Leonhardt. Should the U.S. use sanctions more aggressively to enforce free trade principles and to protect domestic production? Or are the negative economic consequences too risky? Chinese policies tilt the field and undermine free trade, according to journalist David Leonhardt. Should the U.S. use sanctions more aggressively to enforce free trade principles and to protect domestic production? Or are the negative economic consequences too risky? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20110107_GEC112.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000574 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:08:00 -0500 Wikileaks cables reveal that U.S. diplomats are "a big part of the sales force." Is diplomacy diminished or conflicts harder to resolve if diplomats are aggressive commercial partisans? Or are diplomats promoting products a crucial part of 21st century international affairs? Wikileaks cables reveal that U.S. diplomats are "a big part of the sales force." Is diplomacy diminished or conflicts harder to resolve if diplomats are aggressive commercial partisans? Or are diplomats promoting products a crucial part of 21st century international affairs? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101216_Khouri.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000573 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:04:00 -0500 As powerful regional forces confront each other over the 2005 assassination of former Prime Minister of Lebanon, Rafik Hariri, a day of reckoning is inevitable. Will there be a compromise or will the struggle be settled on the battlefield of Lebanon, Syria, Iran, or Israel? As powerful regional forces confront each other over the 2005 assassination of former Prime Minister of Lebanon, Rafik Hariri, a day of reckoning is inevitable. Will there be a compromise or will the struggle be settled on the battlefield of Lebanon, Syria, Iran, or Israel? info@cceia.org (Rami Khouri) Rami Khouri] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101217_GEC111.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000571 Security,Terrorism,Warfare Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:18:00 -0500 Should non-state armed groups be excluded from the formal realm of international humanitarian law? Should they be held to the same standards as states during warfare? What is the proper mechanism for enforcing the rules of war without lending non-state actors legitimacy? Should non-state armed groups be excluded from the formal realm of international humanitarian law? Should they be held to the same standards as states during warfare? What is the proper mechanism for enforcing the rules of war without lending non-state actors legitimacy? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101214_deWaal.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000572 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:53:00 -0500 Known as "the lands in between," the Caucasus has long been an arena of great-power contact and conflict. The region is often seen as intractable, yet we should discard misleading cliches such as "ancient hatreds" and "frozen conflicts," says Thomas de Waal. Known as "the lands in between," the Caucasus has long been an arena of great-power contact and conflict. The region is often seen as intractable, yet we should discard misleading cliches such as "ancient hatreds" and "frozen conflicts," says Thomas de Waal. info@cceia.org (Thomas de Waal, Joanne J. Myers) Thomas de Waal, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101115_Aryeetey_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000570 HIV/AIDS Wed, 15 Dec 2010 12:14:00 -0500 Susan Aryeetey discusses her work empowering women in Ghana.  She has a background in journalism and communications, and has spent the last eight years at Ghana's International Federation of Women Lawyers, or FIDA. Susan Aryeetey discusses her work empowering women in Ghana.  She has a background in journalism and communications, and has spent the last eight years at Ghana's International Federation of Women Lawyers, or FIDA. info@cceia.org (Susan Aryeetey, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Susan Aryeetey, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101209_BruderDiFlorio.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000569 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:43:00 -0500 Founder and CEO Ron Bruder and VP Jasmine Nahhas di Florio introduce Education for Employment Foundation, an NGO that creates employment opportunities for youth in the Middle East and North Africa. Five programs are underway: Egypt, Jordan, West Bank/Gaza, Morocco, and Yemen. Founder and CEO Ron Bruder and VP Jasmine Nahhas di Florio introduce Education for Employment Foundation, an NGO that creates employment opportunities for youth in the Middle East and North Africa. Five programs are underway: Egypt, Jordan, West Bank/Gaza, Morocco, and Yemen. info@cceia.org (Ronald Bruder, Jasmine Nahhas di Florio, David C. Speedie) Ronald Bruder, Jasmine Nahhas di Florio, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101210_GEC110.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000568 Security Fri, 10 Dec 2010 14:51:00 -0500 U.S. diplomatic cables exposed through WikiLeaks raise several questions about transparency and trust. Should governments employ secrecy in diplomacy? Without transparency, are democracy and diplomacy compatible? U.S. diplomatic cables exposed through WikiLeaks raise several questions about transparency and trust. Should governments employ secrecy in diplomacy? Without transparency, are democracy and diplomacy compatible? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101208_Vulliamy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000567 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:30:00 -0500 In a horrific account, Ed Vulliamy describes the ultraviolent, nihilistic, "narco-traficante" culture of the Mexican-American border, a land of drug addicts and cartels. In a horrific account, Ed Vulliamy describes the ultraviolent, nihilistic, "narco-traficante" culture of the Mexican-American border, a land of drug addicts and cartels. info@cceia.org (Ed Vulliamy, Joanne J. Myers) Ed Vulliamy, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101207_Reiss.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000566 Terrorism Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:41:00 -0500 When, how, and under what conditions should governments talk to terrorists? Can opening a dialogue bring conflicts to a faster resolution? When, how, and under what conditions should governments talk to terrorists? Can opening a dialogue bring conflicts to a faster resolution? info@cceia.org (Mitchell B. Reiss, Joanne J. Myers) Mitchell B. Reiss, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101110_Felson_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000565 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:19:00 -0500 A professor at Yale, a landscape architect, and an urban ecologist, Alex Felson creates designs that take local and built environments into account. His projects include the New York City Reforestation Plan and The East River Marsh. A professor at Yale, a landscape architect, and an urban ecologist, Alex Felson creates designs that take local and built environments into account. His projects include the New York City Reforestation Plan and The East River Marsh. info@cceia.org (Alexander (Alex) Felson, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Alexander (Alex) Felson, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101130_Korda.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000564 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 13:42:00 -0500 Michael Korda reveals the extraordinary man behind the myth of Lawrence of Arabia. He discusses T. E. Lawrence's contradictory nature, a born leader who was utterly fearless but remained shy and modest; and a scholar who also invented guerrilla warfare. Michael Korda reveals the extraordinary man behind the myth of Lawrence of Arabia. He discusses T. E. Lawrence's contradictory nature, a born leader who was utterly fearless but remained shy and modest; and a scholar who also invented guerrilla warfare. info@cceia.org (Michael Korda) Michael Korda] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101203_GEC109.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000563 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 13:41:00 -0500 Western support of Israel demonstrates a clash of interests and values. Israel is a key U.S. ally, yet its policies towards Gaza and the West Bank are repeatedly marked with human rights violations. Can there be a middle ground in foreign policy where interests and values meet? Western support of Israel demonstrates a clash of interests and values. Israel is a key U.S. ally, yet its policies towards Gaza and the West Bank are repeatedly marked with human rights violations. Can there be a middle ground in foreign policy where interests and values meet? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101124_GEC108.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000562 Intervention Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:34:00 -0500 The UN Charter states that human rights is the responsibility of international society. It also prohibits forceful interference against the territorial integrity and political independence of any state. Which takes precedence in humanitarian crises, sovereignty or human rights? The UN Charter states that human rights is the responsibility of international society. It also prohibits forceful interference against the territorial integrity and political independence of any state. Which takes precedence in humanitarian crises, sovereignty or human rights? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101119_GEC107.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000561 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 14:04:00 -0500 With the rise in power of emerging markets and developing economies should the architecture of global economics change to reflect their market approaches? Should the U.S. direct reforms, or should China and other developing markets take leadership? With the rise in power of emerging markets and developing economies should the architecture of global economics change to reflect their market approaches? Should the U.S. direct reforms, or should China and other developing markets take leadership? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101111_Winchester.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000560 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 14:41:00 -0500 Master raconteur Simon Winchester tells a series of gripping and little-known tales of the Atlantic, the ocean he calls "the inland sea of modern civilization." Master raconteur Simon Winchester tells a series of gripping and little-known tales of the Atlantic, the ocean he calls "the inland sea of modern civilization." info@cceia.org (Simon Winchester, Joanne J. Myers) Simon Winchester, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101112_GEC106.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000558 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:55:00 -0500 Brazil's President Lula da Silva handpicked Dilma Rousseff as his successor, even though she has never held political office. How important is continuity in governments? Is handpicking a successor acceptable in order to win an election or to direct a government? What do you think? Brazil's President Lula da Silva handpicked Dilma Rousseff as his successor, even though she has never held political office. How important is continuity in governments? Is handpicking a successor acceptable in order to win an election or to direct a government? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101109_Mabus.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000559 Energy Thu, 11 Nov 2010 15:42:00 -0500 Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus is working to chart a new course for the Navy and Marine Corps, that by 2020 will dramatically reduce the Navy's consumption of fossil fuels. He also prepared the long-term recovery plan for the Gulf of Mexico in the aftermath of the oil spill. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus is working to chart a new course for the Navy and Marine Corps, that by 2020 will dramatically reduce the Navy's consumption of fossil fuels. He also prepared the long-term recovery plan for the Gulf of Mexico in the aftermath of the oil spill. info@cceia.org (Ray Mabus, Joel H. Rosenthal, Devin T. Stewart) Ray Mabus, Joel H. Rosenthal, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101019_Rose_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000557 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 10:01:00 -0500 Jonathan Rose was one of the sustainability movement's "early adopters." He led the way in developing green affordable housing, and continues to focus on green building and transportation as key drivers in combating climate change. Jonathan Rose was one of the sustainability movement's "early adopters." He led the way in developing green affordable housing, and continues to focus on green building and transportation as key drivers in combating climate change. info@cceia.org (Jonathan Rose, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Jonathan Rose, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101105_GEC105.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000556 Europe,European,Union,Genocide Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:15:00 -0400 Would Serbian admission to the EU prevent another Balkan War? Is promoting Serbian democracy more important than securing justice for 1990s genocides? In pursuing war criminals, is the carrot of EU admission more effective than the stick of EU exclusion? Would Serbian admission to the EU prevent another Balkan War? Is promoting Serbian democracy more important than securing justice for 1990s genocides? In pursuing war criminals, is the carrot of EU admission more effective than the stick of EU exclusion? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101101_Kaplan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000555 Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:34:00 -0400 Robert D. Kaplan declares that yhe Indian Ocean area will be the true nexus of world power and conflict in the coming years and it is here that U.S. foreign policy must concentrate if America is to remain dominant in an ever-changing world. Robert D. Kaplan declares that yhe Indian Ocean area will be the true nexus of world power and conflict in the coming years and it is here that U.S. foreign policy must concentrate if America is to remain dominant in an ever-changing world. info@cceia.org (Robert D. Kaplan) Robert D. Kaplan] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101028_Morris.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000554 Empire Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:26:00 -0400 Ian Morris draws on 50,000 years of history, archeology, and the methods of social science, to make sense of when, how, and why the paths of development differed in the East and West--and what this portends for the 21st century. Ian Morris draws on 50,000 years of history, archeology, and the methods of social science, to make sense of when, how, and why the paths of development differed in the East and West--and what this portends for the 21st century. info@cceia.org (Ian Morris) Ian Morris] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101029_GEC104.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000553 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 13:11:00 -0400 Do markets promote the greatest good for the greatest number? What do you think? Should long-term economic growth, promised by a free market, be prioritized over concerns about inequality? How do you balance a society's need both to create wealth and insure welfare? Do markets promote the greatest good for the greatest number? What do you think? Should long-term economic growth, promised by a free market, be prioritized over concerns about inequality? How do you balance a society's need both to create wealth and insure welfare? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101021_Bhide.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000552 World,Economy Wed, 27 Oct 2010 12:19:00 -0400 Amar Bhide takes apart the so-called advances in modern finance, showing how backward-looking, top-down models were used to mass-produce toxic products. He  offers tough, simple rules: limit banks and all deposit taking institutions to basic lending and nothing else. Amar Bhide takes apart the so-called advances in modern finance, showing how backward-looking, top-down models were used to mass-produce toxic products. He  offers tough, simple rules: limit banks and all deposit taking institutions to basic lending and nothing else. info@cceia.org (Amar Bhidé) Amar Bhidé] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101020_Dallek.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000551 Warfare Fri, 22 Oct 2010 17:44:00 -0400 In a striking reinterpretation of the postwar years, Robert Dallek examines what drove leaders around the globe--Roosevelt, Churchill, Stalin, Mao, de Gaulle, and Truman--to rely on traditional power politics, and points out the lessons we can draw from their mistakes. In a striking reinterpretation of the postwar years, Robert Dallek examines what drove leaders around the globe--Roosevelt, Churchill, Stalin, Mao, de Gaulle, and Truman--to rely on traditional power politics, and points out the lessons we can draw from their mistakes. info@cceia.org (Robert Dallek) Robert Dallek] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101022_GEC103.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000549 Warfare Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:17:00 -0400 Moral injury is a new concept to describe the harm done to combatants traumatized by war. Is this concept confined to combatants alone, or is moral injury to soldiers simply a more extreme extension of the moral issues faced by everyone? Moral injury is a new concept to describe the harm done to combatants traumatized by war. Is this concept confined to combatants alone, or is moral injury to soldiers simply a more extreme extension of the moral issues faced by everyone? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101018_Kelly.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000550 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:06:00 -0400 In a brand-new view of technology, co-founder of "Wired" magazine Kevin Kelly suggests that it is not just a jumble of wires and metal. He argues that technology is actually a living, evolving organism that has its own unconscious needs and tendencies. In a brand-new view of technology, co-founder of "Wired" magazine Kevin Kelly suggests that it is not just a jumble of wires and metal. He argues that technology is actually a living, evolving organism that has its own unconscious needs and tendencies. info@cceia.org (Kevin Kelly, Joanne J. Myers) Kevin Kelly, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101001_Powers_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000548 Corporations Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:21:00 -0400 William Powers discusses his time living off the land while staying in a 12 x 12-foot cabin with no electricity or running water, ­and how that experience has changed his outlook. William Powers discusses his time living off the land while staying in a 12 x 12-foot cabin with no electricity or running water, ­and how that experience has changed his outlook. info@cceia.org (William Powers, Julia Taylor Kennedy) William Powers, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101015_Stanger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000547 Corporations Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:28:00 -0400 Allison Stanger shows how contractors became an integral part of U.S. foreign policy, often in scandalous ways, but maintains that the problem is not contractors, but the absence of good government. Outsourcing done right is, in fact, indispensable to U.S. interests today. Allison Stanger shows how contractors became an integral part of U.S. foreign policy, often in scandalous ways, but maintains that the problem is not contractors, but the absence of good government. Outsourcing done right is, in fact, indispensable to U.S. interests today. info@cceia.org (Allison Stanger, Joanne J. Myers) Allison Stanger, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101014_GartonAsh.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000546 European,Union Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:09:00 -0400 Looking back over the last decade, Timothy Garton Ash catalogues the challenges facing the EU--the economy, a united foreign policy, the integration of Muslims--and concludes that despite its problems the union has taken important steps forward. Looking back over the last decade, Timothy Garton Ash catalogues the challenges facing the EU--the economy, a united foreign policy, the integration of Muslims--and concludes that despite its problems the union has taken important steps forward. info@cceia.org (Timothy Garton Ash, Joanne J. Myers) Timothy Garton Ash, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101015_GEC102.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000545 Democracy,Ethics Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:39:00 -0400 Civility has fled the 24/7 news cycle. Public life need not be this way. Why do we tolerate, even gorge, on this lack of civility? How do you handle public debate? Do you paint opposing views as demonic? Civility has fled the 24/7 news cycle. Public life need not be this way. Why do we tolerate, even gorge, on this lack of civility? How do you handle public debate? Do you paint opposing views as demonic? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101005_SustainSoc.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000544 Energy,Environment,Oil Wed, 13 Oct 2010 16:31:00 -0400 What will it take to build sustainable societies? Listen to Sartaz Ahmed of Booz on building sustainable cities; Larry Burns (formerly of GM) on clean vehicles; and architect Joan Krevlin on green buildings. What will it take to build sustainable societies? Listen to Sartaz Ahmed of Booz on building sustainable cities; Larry Burns (formerly of GM) on clean vehicles; and architect Joan Krevlin on green buildings. info@cceia.org (Sartaz Ahmed, Larry Burns, Joan Krevlin, Thomas Stewart) Sartaz Ahmed, Larry Burns, Joan Krevlin, Thomas Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101006_Telhami.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000543 Security Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:08:00 -0400 Despite Obama's rhetoric, most Arabs still see America through the prism of pain of the Arab-Israeli conflict, says Telhami, and a majority of Arabs and Israelis no longer believe peace is possible. Both the Arabs and the Israelis need to put public opinion aside and build an agreement. Despite Obama's rhetoric, most Arabs still see America through the prism of pain of the Arab-Israeli conflict, says Telhami, and a majority of Arabs and Israelis no longer believe peace is possible. Both the Arabs and the Israelis need to put public opinion aside and build an agreement. info@cceia.org (Shibley Telhami) Shibley Telhami] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100930_Mandelbaum.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000542 Intervention,Oil,Security Fri, 08 Oct 2010 14:29:00 -0400 Michael Mandelbaum says that in this age of soaring deficits, the era marked by an expansive U.S. foreign policy is coming to an end. He recommends a new policy, centered on a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil. Michael Mandelbaum says that in this age of soaring deficits, the era marked by an expansive U.S. foreign policy is coming to an end. He recommends a new policy, centered on a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil. info@cceia.org (Michael Mandelbaum) Michael Mandelbaum] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101008_GEC101.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000541 Environment Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:03:00 -0400 Global warming makes it impossible to limit environmentalism to one country. Should geoengineering be regulated multilaterally before rogue countries experiment with our collective future? Or does the problem demand research and action now, despite the risks? Global warming makes it impossible to limit environmentalism to one country. Should geoengineering be regulated multilaterally before rogue countries experiment with our collective future? Or does the problem demand research and action now, despite the risks? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100924_Bacevich.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000538 Empire,Just,War,Security,Warfare Wed, 06 Oct 2010 21:19:00 -0400 It is time to examine the Washington consensus on national security and why it must change, says Professor Bacevich--and to acknowledge that fixing Afghanistan should not take precedence over fixing Detroit. It is time to examine the Washington consensus on national security and why it must change, says Professor Bacevich--and to acknowledge that fixing Afghanistan should not take precedence over fixing Detroit. info@cceia.org (Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100929_Hill.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000540 Education Fri, 01 Oct 2010 11:57:00 -0400 Reading classical literature teaches us that there are seldom clear answers to real-life dilemmas,  says Charles Hill. It gives us the breadth of knowledge to realize that a multitude of factors need to be taken into account. Reading classical literature teaches us that there are seldom clear answers to real-life dilemmas,  says Charles Hill. It gives us the breadth of knowledge to realize that a multitude of factors need to be taken into account. info@cceia.org (Charles Hill, Joanne J. Myers) Charles Hill, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20101001_GEC100.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000539 World,Economy Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:51:00 -0400 China undervalues its currency and pursues an export-led growth model, resulting in the loss of U.S. jobs. Confrontation on this issue is dangerous, yet doing nothing is potentially disastrous for the U.S. economy. How would you respond to China's growing power? China undervalues its currency and pursues an export-led growth model, resulting in the loss of U.S. jobs. Confrontation on this issue is dangerous, yet doing nothing is potentially disastrous for the U.S. economy. How would you respond to China's growing power? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100916_Risse_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000537 Justice Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:50:00 -0400 Philosopher Mathias Risse discusses his concept of common ownership of the earth--the equal claim of each person to the planet and its resources--and what this means for worldwide immigration policies and for climate change refugees, for example. Philosopher Mathias Risse discusses his concept of common ownership of the earth--the equal claim of each person to the planet and its resources--and what this means for worldwide immigration policies and for climate change refugees, for example. info@cceia.org (Mathias Risse, John Tessitore) Mathias Risse, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100921_Lieven_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000536 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:38:00 -0400 Anatol Lieven discusses Pakistan's surprising degree of stability; the role of the army and ISI; the drug trade; and Pakistan's relationship with the U.S., Afghanistan, and other countries, including India, China, and Russia. Anatol Lieven discusses Pakistan's surprising degree of stability; the role of the army and ISI; the drug trade; and Pakistan's relationship with the U.S., Afghanistan, and other countries, including India, China, and Russia. info@cceia.org (Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie) Anatol Lieven, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100826_Yolles_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000535 Environment,Corporations Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:32:00 -0400 RecycleBank's mission is to entice consumers to recycle with a rewards system similar to frequent flyer programs. "You can think of it, in a sense, as a form of behavioral economics, a carrot-versus-stick approach." RecycleBank's mission is to entice consumers to recycle with a rewards system similar to frequent flyer programs. "You can think of it, in a sense, as a form of behavioral economics, a carrot-versus-stick approach." info@cceia.org (Ian Yolles, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Ian Yolles, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100922_LeadingByEx.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000534 Environment,Warfare Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:34:00 -0400 Representatives from the Navy, the Marines, and the Army Corps of Engineers illustrate how the U.S. military is on the forefront of efforts to develop and implement renewable, clean energy sources, both to power U.S. forces and to combat climate change. Representatives from the Navy, the Marines, and the Army Corps of Engineers illustrate how the U.S. military is on the forefront of efforts to develop and implement renewable, clean energy sources, both to power U.S. forces and to combat climate change. info@cceia.org (Colonel Bob "Brutus" Charette, Jr. (USMC), Rear Admiral Philip Cullom (USN), Brigadier General Peter A. "Duke" DeLuca (U.S. Army), Jonathan Powers) Colonel Bob "Brutus" Charette, Jr. (USMC), Rear Admiral Philip Cullom (USN), Brigadier General Peter A. "Duke" DeLuca (U.S. Army), Jonathan Powers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100924_GEC99.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000533 Energy,Oil Fri, 24 Sep 2010 10:08:00 -0400 Offshore oil spills have devastating consequences, yet storm-drain runoff from leaky cars and gas stations can be just as bad. Do the risks of deepwater drilling outweigh the rewards? Could efficiency and innovations on land meet our energy demands without further drilling? Offshore oil spills have devastating consequences, yet storm-drain runoff from leaky cars and gas stations can be just as bad. Do the risks of deepwater drilling outweigh the rewards? Could efficiency and innovations on land meet our energy demands without further drilling? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100922_Arbour.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000532 Darfur,Justice Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:39:00 -0400 Drawing on the International Court's judgment on the legality of Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence, Arbour examines the pursuit of self-determination in a range of situations, focusing particular attention on the upcoming referendum in Southern Sudan. Drawing on the International Court's judgment on the legality of Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence, Arbour examines the pursuit of self-determination in a range of situations, focusing particular attention on the upcoming referendum in Southern Sudan. info@cceia.org (Louise Arbour, Joanne J. Myers) Louise Arbour, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100920_Griswold.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000531 Christianity,Islam,Darfur Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:07:00 -0400 More than half of the world's Muslims and Christians live along the tenth parallel in Africa or in Asia. How do these two great intersecting faiths interact? More than half of the world's Muslims and Christians live along the tenth parallel in Africa or in Asia. How do these two great intersecting faiths interact? info@cceia.org (Eliza Griswold) Eliza Griswold] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100913_BaderHittner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000530 Corporations Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:46:00 -0400 In 1970 Milton Friedman published an article entitled "The Social Responsibility of Business is to Increase Its Profits." In light of current business problems, such as the BP oil spill,what is the social responsibility of companies today? In 1970 Milton Friedman published an article entitled "The Social Responsibility of Business is to Increase Its Profits." In light of current business problems, such as the BP oil spill,what is the social responsibility of companies today? info@cceia.org (Christine Bader, Jeffrey Hittner, Devin T. Stewart) Christine Bader, Jeffrey Hittner, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100913_EcoInno.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000529 Environment Fri, 17 Sep 2010 12:56:00 -0400 How do sustainable innovations make it to market? Three very different inventors talk about their creative process, how their inventions have had a social impact, and what a more sustainable society might look like.  How do sustainable innovations make it to market? Three very different inventors talk about their creative process, how their inventions have had a social impact, and what a more sustainable society might look like.  info@cceia.org (Shakeel Avadhany, Richard A. Cook, Peter Hartwell, Niko Canner) Shakeel Avadhany, Richard A. Cook, Peter Hartwell, Niko Canner] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100917_GEC98.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000528 Environment Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:08:00 -0400 What should be the balance between preservation and consumption? Should there be a global ethic for protecting endangered species? If so, how should it be enforced? What should be the balance between preservation and consumption? Should there be a global ethic for protecting endangered species? If so, how should it be enforced? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100908_Sorensen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000527 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:09:00 -0400 The UN can do better and it can do more, and when the U.S. is fully committed the chance of success is always greater. The UN is imperfect but indispensable. Our challenge is to build upon its strengths and address its weaknesses in the most constructive way. The UN can do better and it can do more, and when the U.S. is fully committed the chance of success is always greater. The UN is imperfect but indispensable. Our challenge is to build upon its strengths and address its weaknesses in the most constructive way. info@cceia.org (Gillian Sorensen, Robin van Puyenbroeck) Gillian Sorensen, Robin van Puyenbroeck] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100910_GEC97.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000526 Environment Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:07:00 -0400 Three-quarters of the world's fish stocks are in distress and many fisheries could collapse by midcentury. Should we ban industrial fishing or regulate it for sustainable output? Can farmed fish make up the difference? Furthermore, who will police the oceans? What do you think? Three-quarters of the world's fish stocks are in distress and many fisheries could collapse by midcentury. Should we ban industrial fishing or regulate it for sustainable output? Can farmed fish make up the difference? Furthermore, who will police the oceans? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100812_Lueneburger_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000525 Environment Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:26:00 -0400 Christoph Lueneburger is the leader of the sustainability practice and the U.S. private equity practice at Egon Zehnder International, a human capital advisory firm. His prior career includes water investment, and he has brought sustainability into both his personal and professional life. Christoph Lueneburger is the leader of the sustainability practice and the U.S. private equity practice at Egon Zehnder International, a human capital advisory firm. His prior career includes water investment, and he has brought sustainability into both his personal and professional life. info@cceia.org (Christoph Lueneburger, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Christoph Lueneburger, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100903_GEC96.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000524 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:14:00 -0400 Half the world now lives in cities, and they are growing. Are megacities an opportunity or a threat? Half the world now lives in cities, and they are growing. Are megacities an opportunity or a threat? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100803_Krevlin_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000523 Environment Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:33:00 -0400 Joan Krevlin's work as an architect demonstrates what integrity can bring to a career. Deploying form and function with integrity is key to design. Krevlin manages to do so in her projects while maintaining environmental sustainability and social accessibility. Joan Krevlin's work as an architect demonstrates what integrity can bring to a career. Deploying form and function with integrity is key to design. Krevlin manages to do so in her projects while maintaining environmental sustainability and social accessibility. info@cceia.org (Joan Krevlin, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Joan Krevlin, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100108_GEC95.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000522 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 10:54:00 -0400 Have aircraft carriers lost their place as core naval assets for projecting force? Does the carrier's symbolic role and massive armament still sustain its central mission? For instance, would you risk U.S. carriers in a conflict across the Taiwan Strait? Have aircraft carriers lost their place as core naval assets for projecting force? Does the carrier's symbolic role and massive armament still sustain its central mission? For instance, would you risk U.S. carriers in a conflict across the Taiwan Strait? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100818_Adelstein_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000521 Ethics Tue, 24 Aug 2010 06:12:00 -0400 Three years in a Zen temple taught Jake Adelstein the core virtues of Japanese society, such as reciprocity, and the police beat at Tokyo newspaper "Yomiuri Shimbun" showed him its vices--the far-reaching powers of the "Yakuza," Japan's organized criminal underworld.    Three years in a Zen temple taught Jake Adelstein the core virtues of Japanese society, such as reciprocity, and the police beat at Tokyo newspaper "Yomiuri Shimbun" showed him its vices--the far-reaching powers of the "Yakuza," Japan's organized criminal underworld.    info@cceia.org (Jake Adelstein, Devin T. Stewart) Jake Adelstein, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100820_GEC94.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000520 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:53:00 -0400 Should national parks introduce non-native species for recreational purposes, or focus on preserving the parks' natural state? Should national parks introduce non-native species for recreational purposes, or focus on preserving the parks' natural state? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_GordonBlurb.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000519 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:01:00 -0400 Joy Gordon's new book "Invisible War" describes a superpower run amok. The international sanctions on Iraq were the strictest ever imposed. The tremendous damage that ensued set the stage for the devastated country we see today. Joy Gordon's new book "Invisible War" describes a superpower run amok. The international sanctions on Iraq were the strictest ever imposed. The tremendous damage that ensued set the stage for the devastated country we see today. info@cceia.org (Joy Gordon, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Joy Gordon, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100813_GEC93.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000518 Islam,Religion Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:55:00 -0400 The proposed building of an Islamic community center two blocks from 9/11’s Ground Zero has become a contentious issue. Would building the center promote the American virtues of religious freedom and speech? Or would it be counterproductive and insensitive, even if the intent is pure? The proposed building of an Islamic community center two blocks from 9/11’s Ground Zero has become a contentious issue. Would building the center promote the American virtues of religious freedom and speech? Or would it be counterproductive and insensitive, even if the intent is pure? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100806_GEC92.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000517 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 11:53:00 -0400 Smartphones rely on coltan, much of which is mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Given that the Congo represents one of the worst illustrations of modern mineral exploitation, what will you do? Smartphones rely on coltan, much of which is mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Given that the Congo represents one of the worst illustrations of modern mineral exploitation, what will you do? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100624_RodinCase.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000516 Ethics,Warfare Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:15:00 -0400 What are the basic principles that should guide professional soldiers in the 21st century? What are the basic principles that should guide professional soldiers in the 21st century? info@cceia.org (Christopher Case, David Rodin, Joel H. Rosenthal) Christopher Case, David Rodin, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100730_GEC91.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000515 Terrorism,Security Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:21:00 -0400 Is secrecy in foreign policy an unfortunate yet necessary way to maintain national security? Does the lack of transparency in state decisions undermine democracy? Is secrecy in foreign policy an unfortunate yet necessary way to maintain national security? Does the lack of transparency in state decisions undermine democracy? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100719_Joyce_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000514 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:52:00 -0400 Joyce, who worked on Obama's campaign, defines digital activism as the use of digital technology in campaigns for social and political change. But technology is just another tool. Strategy must come first. Joyce, who worked on Obama's campaign, defines digital activism as the use of digital technology in campaigns for social and political change. But technology is just another tool. Strategy must come first. info@cceia.org (Mary Joyce, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Mary Joyce, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100723_GEC90.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000513 Security Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:48:00 -0400 The growth in national security measures since 9/11 is striking. Is this level of government investment worthwhile? Is there ever such a thing as enough security? The growth in national security measures since 9/11 is striking. Is this level of government investment worthwhile? Is there ever such a thing as enough security? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100713_Chiang.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000512 Democracy,Trade Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:42:00 -0400 Since 2008, Taiwan has quietly pursued new political and economic initiatives with China, and the likelihood of conflict across the Taiwan Strait has diminished. What are the implications for East Asian economic integration and for Taiwan-U.S. relations? Since 2008, Taiwan has quietly pursued new political and economic initiatives with China, and the likelihood of conflict across the Taiwan Strait has diminished. What are the implications for East Asian economic integration and for Taiwan-U.S. relations? info@cceia.org (Johnny C. Chiang, William C. Vocke Jr.) Johnny C. Chiang, William C. Vocke Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100716_GEC89.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000511 Just,War,Warfare Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:39:00 -0400 How do you choose missions to fight a war effectively, while minimizing civilian deaths and meeting the obligation to your soldiers? How do you choose missions to fight a war effectively, while minimizing civilian deaths and meeting the obligation to your soldiers? info@cceia.org () ] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100709_GEC88.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000510 Democracy,Security Fri, 09 Jul 2010 15:11:00 -0400 Must governments meet violence with an authoritarian response? In the recent Mexican election, citizens could demand a crackdown on druglords at the price of personal freedoms, or continue to participate at the risk of their safety. Mexicans chose the latter. What would you do? Must governments meet violence with an authoritarian response? In the recent Mexican election, citizens could demand a crackdown on druglords at the price of personal freedoms, or continue to participate at the risk of their safety. Mexicans chose the latter. What would you do? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100630_Botero_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000509 Corporations,Ethics,Poverty Tue, 06 Jul 2010 16:19:00 -0400 Felipe Botero is a VP at MetLife Insurance. Day-to-day, he develops insurance for retiring baby-boomers. But he is also taking on the enormous responsibility of putting together microinsurance products for MetLife in the developing world. Felipe Botero is a VP at MetLife Insurance. Day-to-day, he develops insurance for retiring baby-boomers. But he is also taking on the enormous responsibility of putting together microinsurance products for MetLife in the developing world. info@cceia.org (Felipe Botero, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Felipe Botero, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100702_GEC87.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000508 Corporations Fri, 02 Jul 2010 14:16:00 -0400 Does the state capitalism model present a challenge to free market political systems? Is Google's confrontation with China a taste of the future? What do you think? Does the state capitalism model present a challenge to free market political systems? Is Google's confrontation with China a taste of the future? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100621_Turkmenistan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000505 Human,Rights,Ethics,European,Union,Energy Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:43:00 -0400 Turkmenistan is one of the most closed societies in the world. Its media and education system are propaganda tools and all opposition is crushed. Meanwhile, other countries are competing hotly for its vast reserves of natural gas. What pressures can help bring about change? Turkmenistan is one of the most closed societies in the world. Its media and education system are propaganda tools and all opposition is crushed. Meanwhile, other countries are competing hotly for its vast reserves of natural gas. What pressures can help bring about change? info@cceia.org (Alexander Cooley, Farid Tuhbatullin, Masha Feiguinova, Devin T. Stewart) Alexander Cooley, Farid Tuhbatullin, Masha Feiguinova, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100623_VanDyk.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000507 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:51:00 -0400 Journalist and author Jere Van Dyk tells of his decades-long involvement with Afghanistan, and gives a harrowing account of his 2008 kidnapping and imprisonment by the Taliban in the no-man's land between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Journalist and author Jere Van Dyk tells of his decades-long involvement with Afghanistan, and gives a harrowing account of his 2008 kidnapping and imprisonment by the Taliban in the no-man's land between Afghanistan and Pakistan. info@cceia.org (Jere Van Dyk, Joanne J. Myers) Jere Van Dyk, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100625_GEC86.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000506 Ethics,Labor,Rights,Trade,World,Economy Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:35:00 -0400 When China loosens the peg of its currency to the dollar, the U.S. will benefit--but it may hurt labor in China. While the looser Chinese currency is fairer to trading partners, it conflicts with protection of Chinese citizens' interests. How would you balance the two concerns? When China loosens the peg of its currency to the dollar, the U.S. will benefit--but it may hurt labor in China. While the looser Chinese currency is fairer to trading partners, it conflicts with protection of Chinese citizens' interests. How would you balance the two concerns? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100621_NPT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000504 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:29:00 -0400 Doctors Roald Sagdeev and Frank von Hippel have collaborated for decades on nuclear arms control and nonproliferation between the U.S. and the USSR. They discuss their work and their insights for the future arms control agenda. Doctors Roald Sagdeev and Frank von Hippel have collaborated for decades on nuclear arms control and nonproliferation between the U.S. and the USSR. They discuss their work and their insights for the future arms control agenda. info@cceia.org (Roald Sagdeev, Frank von Hippel) Roald Sagdeev, Frank von Hippel] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_MatthewRimmer_CleanTech.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000503 Environment,Energy,Oil,Trade Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:22:00 -0400 Matthew Rimmer discusses intellectual-property policy for clean technologies. How do we both create new technologies and spread them as widely as possible? We need climate-friendly technology to be used everywhere, including in developing countries with limited resources. Matthew Rimmer discusses intellectual-property policy for clean technologies. How do we both create new technologies and spread them as widely as possible? We need climate-friendly technology to be used everywhere, including in developing countries with limited resources. info@cceia.org (Matthew Rimmer, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Matthew Rimmer, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100617_Castillo.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000502 Aid,Development,Peacekeeping,Reconciliation Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:45:00 -0400 After wars end, what steps should countries take to consolidate peace? Graciana del Castillo identifies five premises that are necessary for war economies to transition into sustainable and productive markets. After wars end, what steps should countries take to consolidate peace? Graciana del Castillo identifies five premises that are necessary for war economies to transition into sustainable and productive markets. info@cceia.org (Graciana del Castillo) Graciana del Castillo] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100618_GEC85.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000501 Health Fri, 18 Jun 2010 09:48:00 -0400 In Rwanda, 92 percent of citizens have government-mandated health insurance, collectively owned by the policy-holders themselves. Does organizing health care based on this mutual ethical obligation make sense for other countries? What do you think? In Rwanda, 92 percent of citizens have government-mandated health insurance, collectively owned by the policy-holders themselves. Does organizing health care based on this mutual ethical obligation make sense for other countries? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100614_IBM.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000500 Ethics,Education,Globalization Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:35:00 -0400 How do the views of today's students and CEOs differ with regard to business on a shared planet? IBM engages with the Council's Carnegie New Leaders and the Workshops for Ethics in Business program to understand these emerging perspectives. How do the views of today's students and CEOs differ with regard to business on a shared planet? IBM engages with the Council's Carnegie New Leaders and the Workshops for Ethics in Business program to understand these emerging perspectives. info@cceia.org (Christopher Adkins, Ragna Bell, Michael Holland, Jason Mangone, Ellen McGrath) Christopher Adkins, Ragna Bell, Michael Holland, Jason Mangone, Ellen McGrath] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100610_Kinzer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000499 Democracy,Islam,Security,European,Union Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:32:00 -0400 Stephen Kinzer argues that the United States needs to rethink its alliances in the Middle East and focus on strategic relationships with Iran and Turkey rather than Israel and Saudi Arabia. Stephen Kinzer argues that the United States needs to rethink its alliances in the Middle East and focus on strategic relationships with Iran and Turkey rather than Israel and Saudi Arabia. info@cceia.org (Stephen Kinzer, Joanne J. Myers) Stephen Kinzer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100602_Flensborg_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000497 Corporations,Environment Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:06:00 -0400 Banker Christopher Flensborg is one of the pioneers who developed green bonds. Issued by the World Bank, these bonds give institutional investors the opportunity to earmark their investments into climate-friendly projects.  Banker Christopher Flensborg is one of the pioneers who developed green bonds. Issued by the World Bank, these bonds give institutional investors the opportunity to earmark their investments into climate-friendly projects.  info@cceia.org (Christopher Flensborg, Devin T. Stewart) Christopher Flensborg, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100602_Prestowitz.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000496 Trade,World,Economy Fri, 04 Jun 2010 15:00:00 -0400 Clyde Prestowitz argues that the U.S. is rapidly losing the basis of its wealth and power, as well as its freedom of action and independence. If we do not make dramatic changes quickly, we will confront a painful, permanent slide in our standard of living. Clyde Prestowitz argues that the U.S. is rapidly losing the basis of its wealth and power, as well as its freedom of action and independence. If we do not make dramatic changes quickly, we will confront a painful, permanent slide in our standard of living. info@cceia.org (Clyde Prestowitz) Clyde Prestowitz] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100604_GEC83.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000495 Aid,Development Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:36:00 -0400 Should the U.S. be helping developing countries when it has its own dramatic domestic problems? Should the U.S. be helping developing countries when it has its own dramatic domestic problems? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100527_Horn_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000494 Corporations Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:51:00 -0400 China has no alternative economic model, says Horn. Its keystone is pragmatism and ad hoc experimentation, combined with the clever exploitation of luck and the fostering of innovation from the ground up. He also discusses China's role in Africa. China has no alternative economic model, says Horn. Its keystone is pragmatism and ad hoc experimentation, combined with the clever exploitation of luck and the fostering of innovation from the ground up. He also discusses China's role in Africa. info@cceia.org (Leo Horn-Phathanothai, Devin T. Stewart) Leo Horn-Phathanothai, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_SarahHolcombe_Indigenous.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000493 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:23:00 -0400 What rules should govern business and academic interactions with so-called traditional knowledge? Sarah Holcombe examines questions of knowledge management, intellectual property rights, and research ethics through the lens of Australia's Aboriginal groups. What rules should govern business and academic interactions with so-called traditional knowledge? Sarah Holcombe examines questions of knowledge management, intellectual property rights, and research ethics through the lens of Australia's Aboriginal groups. info@cceia.org (Sarah Holcombe, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Sarah Holcombe, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100525_Bremmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000492 Corporations,Trade,Globalization,World,Economy Fri, 28 May 2010 12:49:00 -0400 Ian Bremmer demonstrates the growing challenge that state capitalism will pose for the entire global economy, and what free market nations must do to protect their economies as this new system gains popularity. Ian Bremmer demonstrates the growing challenge that state capitalism will pose for the entire global economy, and what free market nations must do to protect their economies as this new system gains popularity. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Joanne J. Myers) Ian Bremmer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100528_GEC82.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000491 Corporations,Security,World,Economy,Trade Fri, 28 May 2010 11:13:00 -0400 Will the next dominant international conflict be between state capitalism and free market capitalism? Will it supplant the war on terror? What do you think? Will the next dominant international conflict be between state capitalism and free market capitalism? Will it supplant the war on terror? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100519_Cohen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000490 Warfare Sat, 22 May 2010 07:46:00 -0400 Washington has squandered the opportunity for a fundamentally new U.S.-Russian relationship after the Cold War, says Stephen Cohen. Washington has squandered the opportunity for a fundamentally new U.S.-Russian relationship after the Cold War, says Stephen Cohen. info@cceia.org (Stephen F. Cohen) Stephen F. Cohen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100521_GEC81.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000489 Aid,Health Fri, 21 May 2010 13:59:00 -0400 How do we meet the massive global issue of fertility without being mired in the abortion debate? What do you think, regardless of your view on pro-life or pro-choice? How do we meet the massive global issue of fertility without being mired in the abortion debate? What do you think, regardless of your view on pro-life or pro-choice? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100519_Bremmer_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000488 Corporations,Trade Fri, 21 May 2010 11:17:00 -0400 In a discussion about his latest book, Ian Bremmer analyzes the troubled relationship between the U.S. and China, and the rise of what he calls "state capitalism"--where the state is the principal actor and there is an absence of the rule of law. In a discussion about his latest book, Ian Bremmer analyzes the troubled relationship between the U.S. and China, and the rise of what he calls "state capitalism"--where the state is the principal actor and there is an absence of the rule of law. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Devin T. Stewart) Ian Bremmer, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100517_Dhanapala_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000487 Warfare,Security,Terrorism Tue, 18 May 2010 16:30:00 -0400 Jayantha Dhanapala, former Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs at the UN, gives his views on "getting to zero" on nuclear weapons. Jayantha Dhanapala, former Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs at the UN, gives his views on "getting to zero" on nuclear weapons. info@cceia.org (Jayantha Dhanapala, David C. Speedie) Jayantha Dhanapala, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_AnnePhillips_Ownership.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000486 Ethics,Poverty,Globalization Mon, 17 May 2010 12:14:00 -0400 Is the human body a piece of property? We object to the sale of whole human beings, but what about cases where a person merely wants to sell a part of her body? If I am free to donate my organs, why am I not free to sell them as well? Is the human body a piece of property? We object to the sale of whole human beings, but what about cases where a person merely wants to sell a part of her body? If I am free to donate my organs, why am I not free to sell them as well? info@cceia.org (Anne Phillips, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Anne Phillips, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100513_Johnson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000485 Europe,Islam,Terrorism Mon, 17 May 2010 10:42:00 -0400 What do Nazis, the CIA, and the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood in the West have in common? Journalist Ian Johnson tells the untold story of a group of ex-Soviet Muslims who defected to Germany during World War II has a lesson for today: beware of using religion as a tool. What do Nazis, the CIA, and the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood in the West have in common? Journalist Ian Johnson tells the untold story of a group of ex-Soviet Muslims who defected to Germany during World War II has a lesson for today: beware of using religion as a tool. info@cceia.org (Ian Johnson) Ian Johnson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100514_GEC80.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000484 Ethics Fri, 14 May 2010 11:06:00 -0400 Are babies born with the morality they need or do they learn it from society? Is morality a biological trait that builds communities through enlightened self-interest, or does it come from a spiritual being? What do you think? Are babies born with the morality they need or do they learn it from society? Is morality a biological trait that builds communities through enlightened self-interest, or does it come from a spiritual being? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100513_Wright.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000483 Christianity,Islam,Globalization,Oil Thu, 13 May 2010 14:35:00 -0400 Robert Wright's astute analysis uses game theory: a religion that sees itself in a zero-sum relationship with outsiders will prove exclusionist and violent, while a religion that sees itself in a non-zero-sum relationship will adjust its theology accordingly. What does this mean for the future? Robert Wright's astute analysis uses game theory: a religion that sees itself in a zero-sum relationship with outsiders will prove exclusionist and violent, while a religion that sees itself in a non-zero-sum relationship will adjust its theology accordingly. What does this mean for the future? info@cceia.org (Robert Wright) Robert Wright] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100512_Rajan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000482 Corporations Thu, 13 May 2010 12:06:00 -0400 Raghuram Rajan traces the deepening fault lines in a world overly dependent on the indebted U.S. consumer to power global economic growth, and where the U.S. has growing inequality and a thin social safety net. If these flaws are not fixed, we should be prepared for an even more serious financial crisis. Raghuram Rajan traces the deepening fault lines in a world overly dependent on the indebted U.S. consumer to power global economic growth, and where the U.S. has growing inequality and a thin social safety net. If these flaws are not fixed, we should be prepared for an even more serious financial crisis. info@cceia.org (Raghuram G. Rajan) Raghuram G. Rajan] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100506_Lewis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000481 Islam,Religion,Christianity Mon, 10 May 2010 13:40:00 -0400 Bernard Lewis is one of the world's foremost Western scholars on Islam. In this eloquent talk he shares some of his knowledge, and explains how the different world views held by Christians and Muslims can lead to misunderstanding. Bernard Lewis is one of the world's foremost Western scholars on Islam. In this eloquent talk he shares some of his knowledge, and explains how the different world views held by Christians and Muslims can lead to misunderstanding. info@cceia.org (Bernard Lewis) Bernard Lewis] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100507_GEC79.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000480 Fri, 07 May 2010 13:47:00 -0400 Should the U.S. shed some global ambitions and responsibilities? Or, is America's global role simply too important, both to the U.S. and the world? What do you think? Should the U.S. shed some global ambitions and responsibilities? Or, is America's global role simply too important, both to the U.S. and the world? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100505_Wildavsky.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000479 Education Fri, 07 May 2010 11:06:00 -0400 Ben Wildavsky shows how international competition for the brightest minds is transforming the world of higher education--and why this revolution should be welcomed, not feared. Ben Wildavsky shows how international competition for the brightest minds is transforming the world of higher education--and why this revolution should be welcomed, not feared. info@cceia.org (Ben Wildavsky, Joanne J. Myers) Ben Wildavsky, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100501_Speedie_NOA.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000478 Security,Terrorism,Warfare Wed, 05 May 2010 11:44:00 -0400 Sebastian Junger recounts some of his experiences while embedded with U.S. troops in Afghanistan. Referring to a recent Carnegie Council panel, David Speedie discusses the ethics of withdrawal, given that the U.S. has set a timetable for leaving and is in negotiations with the Taliban.    Sebastian Junger recounts some of his experiences while embedded with U.S. troops in Afghanistan. Referring to a recent Carnegie Council panel, David Speedie discusses the ethics of withdrawal, given that the U.S. has set a timetable for leaving and is in negotiations with the Taliban.    info@cceia.org (Sebastian Junger, David C. Speedie) Sebastian Junger, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100429_Collier.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000477 Environment,Ethics,Development,Oil,Poverty Wed, 05 May 2010 11:05:00 -0400 What, asks Oxford economist Paul Collier, are realistic and sustainable solutions to correcting the mismanagement of the natural world? Can an international standard be established to resolve the complex issues of unchecked profiteering on the one hand and environmental romanticism on the other? What, asks Oxford economist Paul Collier, are realistic and sustainable solutions to correcting the mismanagement of the natural world? Can an international standard be established to resolve the complex issues of unchecked profiteering on the one hand and environmental romanticism on the other? info@cceia.org (Paul Collier) Paul Collier] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100430_Wasserstrom_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000476 Development,Diversity Tue, 04 May 2010 12:28:00 -0400 In this lively discussion, topics include China's diversity, its "net nanny" approach to the internet, and why China and the U.S. are more alike than we may think.  In this lively discussion, topics include China's diversity, its "net nanny" approach to the internet, and why China and the U.S. are more alike than we may think.  info@cceia.org (Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom, Devin T. Stewart) Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100429_Maldonado_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000475 Democracy Mon, 03 May 2010 14:51:00 -0400 Under the current system, California has a deadlocked, polarized legislature that can't get anything done, says Lt. Gov. Maldonado. The solution is to create an open primary system. California voters will vote on this proposal in June. Under the current system, California has a deadlocked, polarized legislature that can't get anything done, says Lt. Gov. Maldonado. The solution is to create an open primary system. California voters will vote on this proposal in June. info@cceia.org (Abel Maldonado, William C. Vocke Jr.) Abel Maldonado, William C. Vocke Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100430_GEC78.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000474 Democracy Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:41:00 -0400 Should election results accurately reflect public opinion or should elections promote effective governance? Should election results accurately reflect public opinion or should elections promote effective governance? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100428_Brahme_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000473 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:30:00 -0400 Unmesh Brahme of HSBC India discusses his newly-launched Climate Civics Institute, which grew out of a Yale World Fellowship. The Institute's mission is to create climate adaptation communities worldwide, so that their experiences can lead to policy innovations. Unmesh Brahme of HSBC India discusses his newly-launched Climate Civics Institute, which grew out of a Yale World Fellowship. The Institute's mission is to create climate adaptation communities worldwide, so that their experiences can lead to policy innovations. info@cceia.org (Unmesh Brahme, Devin T. Stewart) Unmesh Brahme, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100428_Farmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000472 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:31:00 -0400 We need to synthesize the idea that a free-market economy is a self-correcting mechanism and the Keynesian principle that capitalism needs some guidance, says UCLA economist Roger Farmer. The goal is to correct the excesses without stifling entrepreneurship and instituting central planning. We need to synthesize the idea that a free-market economy is a self-correcting mechanism and the Keynesian principle that capitalism needs some guidance, says UCLA economist Roger Farmer. The goal is to correct the excesses without stifling entrepreneurship and instituting central planning. info@cceia.org (Roger E. A. Farmer) Roger E. A. Farmer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100423_GEC77.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000471 Democracy Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:28:00 -0400 Is it time to reform the U.S. electoral structure? Should more views be represented? Do narrow interests have too much power? Is it time to reform the U.S. electoral structure? Should more views be represented? Do narrow interests have too much power? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100416_GEC76.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000470 Ethics,Security,Warfare Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:06:00 -0400 This short audio on ethics asks: Are nuclear weapons a necessary evil? Is it better to live in a world with nuclear deterrence or one that is free of nuclear threats? What do you think? This short audio on ethics asks: Are nuclear weapons a necessary evil? Is it better to live in a world with nuclear deterrence or one that is free of nuclear threats? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100415_Bok.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000469 Education,Health Thu, 15 Apr 2010 17:10:00 -0400 How can governments use the latest research on well-being to improve the quality of life for all their citizens? What role can government policy play in creating individual happiness? How can governments use the latest research on well-being to improve the quality of life for all their citizens? What role can government policy play in creating individual happiness? info@cceia.org (Derek Bok, Joanne J. Myers) Derek Bok, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100409_Marques_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000468 Energy,Oil Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:53:00 -0400 With examples ranging from mobile phones to diamonds, Marques tells of his brave fight to expose the rampant corruption that afflicts Angolan society from top to bottom. The only way to bring about change, he says, is if his fellow Angolans take responsibility for their country. With examples ranging from mobile phones to diamonds, Marques tells of his brave fight to expose the rampant corruption that afflicts Angolan society from top to bottom. The only way to bring about change, he says, is if his fellow Angolans take responsibility for their country. info@cceia.org (Rafael Marques, Devin T. Stewart) Rafael Marques, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100409_GEC75.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000466 Education Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:16:00 -0400 Is the role of the NCAA to help students succeed through sports, or to garner money for educational institutions? With the high drop-out rate of NCAA basketball players, should the organization change its rules to encourage student athletes to complete their undergraduate degrees? Is the role of the NCAA to help students succeed through sports, or to garner money for educational institutions? With the high drop-out rate of NCAA basketball players, should the organization change its rules to encourage student athletes to complete their undergraduate degrees? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100408_Kupchan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000467 Europe,Reconciliation Fri, 09 Apr 2010 16:43:00 -0400 Diplomatic engagement with rivals, far from being appeasement, is critical to rapprochement between adversaries, says Charles Kupchan, and diplomacy, not economic interdependence, creates the path to peace. Diplomatic engagement with rivals, far from being appeasement, is critical to rapprochement between adversaries, says Charles Kupchan, and diplomacy, not economic interdependence, creates the path to peace. info@cceia.org (Charles A. Kupchan, Joanne J. Myers) Charles A. Kupchan, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100407_Peterson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000465 Corporations,Trade Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:53:00 -0400 Peter G. Peterson tells his remarkable life story, from growing up in Nebraska, to advertising, to secretary of commerce under Nixon, to Lehman Brothers, and to the creation of The Blackstone Group, one of the great financial enterprises in recent times. Peter G. Peterson tells his remarkable life story, from growing up in Nebraska, to advertising, to secretary of commerce under Nixon, to Lehman Brothers, and to the creation of The Blackstone Group, one of the great financial enterprises in recent times. info@cceia.org (Peter G. Peterson, Devin T. Stewart) Peter G. Peterson, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100331_Solomon.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000464 Environment Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:21:00 -0400 Everything hinges on water; it is essential to life and to civilization. Will there be enough fresh water for 9 billion of us by 2050? In this talk, journalist Steven Solomon discusses the impending global water crisis. Everything hinges on water; it is essential to life and to civilization. Will there be enough fresh water for 9 billion of us by 2050? In this talk, journalist Steven Solomon discusses the impending global water crisis. info@cceia.org (Steven Solomon, Joanne J. Myers) Steven Solomon, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100108_GEC74.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000463 Ethics Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:20:00 -0400 Benefits from altruism include approval, enhanced image, and neural stimulation--feeling good. Yet if you act selfishly you will have more resources, and your individual behavior is unlikely to break down society. Everyone has to choose. What will you do? Benefits from altruism include approval, enhanced image, and neural stimulation--feeling good. Yet if you act selfishly you will have more resources, and your individual behavior is unlikely to break down society. Everyone has to choose. What will you do? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100326_GEC73.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000462 Trade Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:10:00 -0400 What do you think maximizes individual benefits in the marketplace? Is it cut throat competition or altruistic norms of fairness and trust? Can you have both? What do you think maximizes individual benefits in the marketplace? Is it cut throat competition or altruistic norms of fairness and trust? Can you have both? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100323_Hamburg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000461 Genocide,Ethics,Warfare Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:44:00 -0400 How can we prevent mass violence? Drawing on insights from leaders in the field, David Hamburg identifies the clear warnings that always appear long before genocide erupts and the critical points of entry for early help to countries with troubled intergroup relations. How can we prevent mass violence? Drawing on insights from leaders in the field, David Hamburg identifies the clear warnings that always appear long before genocide erupts and the critical points of entry for early help to countries with troubled intergroup relations. info@cceia.org (David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie) David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100319_JapanSociety.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000460 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:21:00 -0400 In this Japan Society event, a panel of experts explore the evolving role of information and communication technologies in reforming politics, business, and society in the United States and Japan. In this Japan Society event, a panel of experts explore the evolving role of information and communication technologies in reforming politics, business, and society in the United States and Japan. info@cceia.org (Joshua S. Fouts, Devin T. Stewart) Joshua S. Fouts, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100318_Amos.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000459 Islam,Religion,Security,Terrorism,Warfare Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:44:00 -0400 1.9 million Sunni Muslims have been forced into exile following the Iraq War, says Deborah Amos. What impact is this having on these people's lives, on Iraq, and on the region's delicate balance of power? 1.9 million Sunni Muslims have been forced into exile following the Iraq War, says Deborah Amos. What impact is this having on these people's lives, on Iraq, and on the region's delicate balance of power? info@cceia.org (Deborah Amos, Joanne J. Myers) Deborah Amos, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100319_GEC72.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000458 Aid,Development Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:51:00 -0400 Can basic income grants work for those living in extreme poverty? Or are grants discouraging people from taking individual responsibility? Can basic income grants work for those living in extreme poverty? Or are grants discouraging people from taking individual responsibility? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100317_Kampfner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000457 Democracy,Security Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:14:00 -0400 From Russia and China to the U.S. and the U.K., many seemingly dissimilar countries have an "unwritten pact," under which, consciously or not, the population trades some of their democratic rights for better living standards and political stability. From Russia and China to the U.S. and the U.K., many seemingly dissimilar countries have an "unwritten pact," under which, consciously or not, the population trades some of their democratic rights for better living standards and political stability. info@cceia.org (John Kampfner) John Kampfner] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100316_EthicsOfExit.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000456 Democracy,Development,Ethics,Peacekeeping,Security,Terrorism,Warfare,Aid Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:50:00 -0400 Katherine Brown and Robert Diamond, Truman Fellows with first-hand experience in Afghanistan, discuss just how and when--both ethically and pragmatically--the U.S. can leave that troubled country. Their prediction? Not for a long time. Katherine Brown and Robert Diamond, Truman Fellows with first-hand experience in Afghanistan, discuss just how and when--both ethically and pragmatically--the U.S. can leave that troubled country. Their prediction? Not for a long time. info@cceia.org (Katherine Brown, Robert Diamond, David C. Speedie) Katherine Brown, Robert Diamond, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100310_Buruma.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000455 Democracy,Europe,Islam,Religion,Christianity,Diversity Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:39:00 -0500 Focusing on Muslims in Europe, Ian Buruma argues that religions (including Islam) and liberal democracies are compatible, despite many peoples' fears. Democracy allows space for religion as long as believers obey their society's laws. Focusing on Muslims in Europe, Ian Buruma argues that religions (including Islam) and liberal democracies are compatible, despite many peoples' fears. Democracy allows space for religion as long as believers obey their society's laws. info@cceia.org (Ian Buruma) Ian Buruma] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100312_GEC71.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000454 Europe,Ethics,World,Economy Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:51:00 -0500 This short video on ethics asks: Is Goldman Sachs responsible for the current financial crisis in Greece? Or should Greek politicians who knew of Goldman's practices be blamed for the state of their economy? This short video on ethics asks: Is Goldman Sachs responsible for the current financial crisis in Greece? Or should Greek politicians who knew of Goldman's practices be blamed for the state of their economy? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100309_RiseOfTheRest3.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000453 Energy,Environment,Ethics Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:40:00 -0500 This panel focuses on global governance since the financial crisis, in particular on climate change, energy security, and issues of consensus, common ethics, and trust. This panel focuses on global governance since the financial crisis, in particular on climate change, energy security, and issues of consensus, common ethics, and trust. info@cceia.org (Craig Charney, Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Parag Khanna, Devin T. Stewart, Stephen B. Young) Craig Charney, Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Parag Khanna, Devin T. Stewart, Stephen B. Young] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100303_Moellendorf_INT_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000452 Environment,Ethics Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:22:00 -0500 Darrel Moellendorf (author of "Treaty Norms and Climate Change Mitigation") discusses what happened in Copenhagen and what it means for future negotiations on climate change. Darrel Moellendorf (author of "Treaty Norms and Climate Change Mitigation") discusses what happened in Copenhagen and what it means for future negotiations on climate change. info@cceia.org (Darrel Moellendorf, John Tessitore) Darrel Moellendorf, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100304_Matlock.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000451 Warfare Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:21:00 -0500 Jack Matlock, American ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1987 to 1991, corrects a number of pervasive myths about the Cold War, including the belief that it ended with the fall of the Soviet Union and that the U.S. effectively won. Jack Matlock, American ambassador to the Soviet Union from 1987 to 1991, corrects a number of pervasive myths about the Cold War, including the belief that it ended with the fall of the Soviet Union and that the U.S. effectively won. info@cceia.org (Jack F. Matlock) Jack F. Matlock] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100305_GEC70.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000450 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:14:00 -0500 Does the quest for high television ratings deter Olympic sportscasters from focusing on strategies and techniques of sports? Should Olympic coverage focus more on the game than on athletes' personal stories? Does the quest for high television ratings deter Olympic sportscasters from focusing on strategies and techniques of sports? Should Olympic coverage focus more on the game than on athletes' personal stories? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100303_Doyle_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000449 Darfur,Ethics,Intervention,Warfare,Genocide Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:59:00 -0500 What circumstances justify overriding sovereignty? Michael Doyle discusses the difficult questions surrounding nonintervention and the "unanimous revolution" of 2005, which led to the new norm known as the Responsibility to Protect. What circumstances justify overriding sovereignty? Michael Doyle discusses the difficult questions surrounding nonintervention and the "unanimous revolution" of 2005, which led to the new norm known as the Responsibility to Protect. info@cceia.org (Michael W. Doyle, John Tessitore) Michael W. Doyle, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100302_Dawoud.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000448 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:49:00 -0500 Al Jazeera correspondent Khaled Dawoud reviews the history behind Al Jazeera and discusses some of the issues he has confronted regarding the channel and its coverage of events in the Middle East. Al Jazeera correspondent Khaled Dawoud reviews the history behind Al Jazeera and discusses some of the issues he has confronted regarding the channel and its coverage of events in the Middle East. info@cceia.org (Khaled Dawoud, Devin T. Stewart) Khaled Dawoud, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100226_GEC69.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000447 Democracy,Education,Ethics,Globalization Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:27:00 -0500 One goal of public diplomacy is to create allies inside other states through education programs or cultural exchanges. Should this be viewed as enriching individuals, or as a sly attempt to manipulate another country's domestic politics? One goal of public diplomacy is to create allies inside other states through education programs or cultural exchanges. Should this be viewed as enriching individuals, or as a sly attempt to manipulate another country's domestic politics? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091112_Uehiro_Goodhart.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000446 Democracy Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:54:00 -0500 This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights and Democracy: Ethical and Philosophical Perspectives." This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights and Democracy: Ethical and Philosophical Perspectives." info@cceia.org (Michael Goodhart) Michael Goodhart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091113_Uehiro_Cerny.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000445 Democracy Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:16:00 -0500 This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights Protection, Democratization, and the Use of Force: Principles for Action." This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights Protection, Democratization, and the Use of Force: Principles for Action." info@cceia.org (Philip G. Cerny) Philip G. Cerny] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100223_Ferris.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000444 Democracy Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:34:00 -0500 Timothy Ferris argues that just as the scientific revolution rescued billions from poverty, the Enlightenment values it inspired have swelled the number of persons living in free and democratic societies. Timothy Ferris argues that just as the scientific revolution rescued billions from poverty, the Enlightenment values it inspired have swelled the number of persons living in free and democratic societies. info@cceia.org (Timothy Ferris, Joanne J. Myers) Timothy Ferris, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091113_Uehiro_Cohen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000443 Democracy Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:29:00 -0500 This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights Protection, Democratization, and the Use of Force: Principles for Action." This talk took place at the 2009 Carnegie-Uehiro-Oxford Conference, "Human Rights, Democracy, and Democratization." It was part of a session entitled "Human Rights Protection, Democratization, and the Use of Force: Principles for Action." info@cceia.org (Jean L. Cohen) Jean L. Cohen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100218_GlobalJobs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000442 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:58:00 -0500 A panel of experts from the ILO, business, academia, and the EU discuss the actions taken to address this multi-faceted crisis, and give suggestions for further ways to generate jobs. A panel of experts from the ILO, business, academia, and the EU discuss the actions taken to address this multi-faceted crisis, and give suggestions for further ways to generate jobs. info@cceia.org (David Arkless, David Denoon, Maria Jepsen, Raymond Torres, Devin T. Stewart) David Arkless, David Denoon, Maria Jepsen, Raymond Torres, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100219_GEC68.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000441 Democracy,Energy,Environment,Oil Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:01:00 -0500 How do we balance the short-term interests at stake in the energy debate with our long-term needs? This short video on ethics asks: Why are energy and climate choices painted as opposites? How do we balance the short-term interests at stake in the energy debate with our long-term needs? This short video on ethics asks: Why are energy and climate choices painted as opposites? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100210_Bollinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000439 Democracy,Globalization Sat, 13 Feb 2010 02:00:00 -0500 Now that U.S. news outlets can instantaneously disseminate information across the world and foreign media have immediate access to the American market, what does press freedom really mean? Now that U.S. news outlets can instantaneously disseminate information across the world and foreign media have immediate access to the American market, what does press freedom really mean? info@cceia.org (Lee C. Bollinger, Joanne J. Myers) Lee C. Bollinger, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100212_GEC67.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000440 Ethics Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:30:00 -0500 Can you hold to ethical standards and serve a government that makes mistakes? Does becoming a diplomat mean, "my country right or wrong?" Can you hold to ethical standards and serve a government that makes mistakes? Does becoming a diplomat mean, "my country right or wrong?" http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100204_Kotkin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000438 Diversity,Education,Globalization Mon, 08 Feb 2010 03:22:00 -0500 How will the enormous projected growth of the U.S. population in the next four decades change the face of America? Will it make the U.S. weaker, or even more diverse and competitive? How will the enormous projected growth of the U.S. population in the next four decades change the face of America? Will it make the U.S. weaker, or even more diverse and competitive? info@cceia.org (Joel Kotkin, Joanne J. Myers) Joel Kotkin, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100205_GEC66.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000437 Development,Ethics,Security Fri, 05 Feb 2010 13:34:00 -0500 Is U.S. foreign policy determined by individual policy-makers and core values, or by external threats and domestic pressures? Is U.S. foreign policy determined by individual policy-makers and core values, or by external threats and domestic pressures? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100202_Zelizer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000436 Security,Democracy,Intervention Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:18:00 -0500 According to historian Julian Zelizer, partisan fighting has always shaped American foreign policy, and the issue of national security has always been part of our domestic conflicts. According to historian Julian Zelizer, partisan fighting has always shaped American foreign policy, and the issue of national security has always been part of our domestic conflicts. info@cceia.org (Julian E. Zelizer, Joanne J. Myers) Julian E. Zelizer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100201_Wills.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000435 Security Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:07:00 -0500 Garry Wills traces how the atomic bomb transformed our nation down to its deepest constitutional roots, defined the presidency, and redefined the government as a national security state. Garry Wills traces how the atomic bomb transformed our nation down to its deepest constitutional roots, defined the presidency, and redefined the government as a national security state. info@cceia.org (Garry Wills) Garry Wills] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100128_Karabell.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000434 Corporations,Trade,Globalization Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:43:00 -0500 In a witty and astute talk, Karabell describes and explains what he calls 'superfusion'--how the economies and capital flows of China and the U.S. became inextricably entwined to the point where neither can survive without the other. In a witty and astute talk, Karabell describes and explains what he calls 'superfusion'--how the economies and capital flows of China and the U.S. became inextricably entwined to the point where neither can survive without the other. info@cceia.org (Zachary Karabell, Joanne J. Myers) Zachary Karabell, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100129_GEC65.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000433 Corporations,Democracy,Diversity,Ethics Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:52:00 -0500 Has pluralism in America emphasized private interest over public good? Does the market for ideas need more supervision, or should the market rule? Has pluralism in America emphasized private interest over public good? Does the market for ideas need more supervision, or should the market rule? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100129_GEC65.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000676 Corporations,Democracy,Diversity,Ethics Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:52:00 -0500 Has pluralism in America emphasized private interest over public good? Does the market for ideas need more supervision, or should the market rule? Has pluralism in America emphasized private interest over public good? Does the market for ideas need more supervision, or should the market rule? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100127_Esposito.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000432 Democracy,Islam,Religion Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:21:00 -0500 Is Islam compatible with democracy and human rights? Will religious fundamentalism block the development of modern societies in the Islamic world? Georgetown's John L. Esposito demolishes some common negative stereotypes about Islam, the fastest growing religion in the world. Is Islam compatible with democracy and human rights? Will religious fundamentalism block the development of modern societies in the Islamic world? Georgetown's John L. Esposito demolishes some common negative stereotypes about Islam, the fastest growing religion in the world. info@cceia.org (John L. Esposito) John L. Esposito] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100126_Friedman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000431 Europe,Security,Trade,Warfare Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:34:00 -0500 Elections and campaigns are about options. Governing is about constraints. For Obama--and every president--what happens when foreign policy options meet foreign policy constraints? Elections and campaigns are about options. Governing is about constraints. For Obama--and every president--what happens when foreign policy options meet foreign policy constraints? info@cceia.org (George Friedman, Joanne J. Myers) George Friedman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100122_GEC64.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000430 Democracy,Diversity,Ethics,Religion Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:50:00 -0500 For President Obama, what is the relation between religion and politics? For President Obama, what is the relation between religion and politics? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100119_Harney_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000429 Corporations,Trade Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:24:00 -0500 Harney (author of "The China Price") and Stewart discuss the human and environmental costs of China's cheap prices; Google in China; fake and dangerous Chinese products; U.S.-China relations; and the latest trends in Japan. Harney (author of "The China Price") and Stewart discuss the human and environmental costs of China's cheap prices; Google in China; fake and dangerous Chinese products; U.S.-China relations; and the latest trends in Japan. info@cceia.org (Alexandra Harney, Devin T. Stewart) Alexandra Harney, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100120_Gordin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000428 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:39:00 -0500 How does a state make a nuclear bomb? How does it hide its weapons program? How do other states detect nuclear proliferation? Michael Gordin addresses important questions about how we think about nuclear weapons past and present. How does a state make a nuclear bomb? How does it hide its weapons program? How do other states detect nuclear proliferation? Michael Gordin addresses important questions about how we think about nuclear weapons past and present. info@cceia.org (Michael D. Gordin) Michael D. Gordin] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100117_Newsweek_Devin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000427 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:17:00 -0500 Daniel Gross and Devin Stewart discuss Google's threat to pull out of China because of censorship and email hacking incidents. Posted with kind permission from Newsweek On Air. Daniel Gross and Devin Stewart discuss Google's threat to pull out of China because of censorship and email hacking incidents. Posted with kind permission from Newsweek On Air. info@cceia.org (Daniel Gross, Devin T. Stewart) Daniel Gross, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100115_GEC63.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000425 Democracy,Globalization Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:51:00 -0500 America's global future seems in doubt with a frozen political process, mountains of debt, stagnant exports, global military commitments, and less secure friendships. Is the American Dream dead? America's global future seems in doubt with a frozen political process, mountains of debt, stagnant exports, global military commitments, and less secure friendships. Is the American Dream dead? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100113_TopRisks2010.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000426 Environment,Ethics,Globalization,Justice Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:53:00 -0500 What's next? Using Eurasia Group's Top Risks as a starting point for identifying the major global challenges in 2010, the panelists identify what they see on the horizon and discuss the ethical issues involved.    What's next? Using Eurasia Group's Top Risks as a starting point for identifying the major global challenges in 2010, the panelists identify what they see on the horizon and discuss the ethical issues involved.    info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Georg Kell, Art Kleiner, Thomas Stewart, Michele Wucker) Ian Bremmer, Georg Kell, Art Kleiner, Thomas Stewart, Michele Wucker] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20100108_GEC62.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000424 Ethics,Globalization,Security Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:59:00 -0500 The Eurasia Group identified ten top global risks for business this year, which should be understood not just as political and economic, but also as the basic choices they highlight. What do you think the fundamental issues are for 2010? The Eurasia Group identified ten top global risks for business this year, which should be understood not just as political and economic, but also as the basic choices they highlight. What do you think the fundamental issues are for 2010? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091218_GEC61.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000422 Development,Environment,Ethics,Globalization,Justice Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:53:00 -0500 This short clip on ethics asks: Is climate change a common public burden, or should individuals make their own choices? Globally do modernized countries have an obligation to developing countries? This short clip on ethics asks: Is climate change a common public burden, or should individuals make their own choices? Globally do modernized countries have an obligation to developing countries? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091214_Kegley.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000423 Democracy,Ethics,Security Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:52:00 -0500 Taiwan has transformed itself into a prosperous, vibrant democracy, and recently tensions between Taiwan and China have lessened. As the balance of power between the U.S. and China shifts, what is the future for Taiwan, and what role will it play in the region? Taiwan has transformed itself into a prosperous, vibrant democracy, and recently tensions between Taiwan and China have lessened. As the balance of power between the U.S. and China shifts, what is the future for Taiwan, and what role will it play in the region? info@cceia.org (Charles W. Kegley, Jr.) Charles W. Kegley, Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091211_GEC60.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000421 Aid,Development,Ethics,Poverty Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:02:00 -0500 This short audio on ethics asks: Are we responsible for the well-being of children around the globe, millions of whom die every year from preventable causes? Or does charity begin at home? This short audio on ethics asks: Are we responsible for the well-being of children around the globe, millions of whom die every year from preventable causes? Or does charity begin at home? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091209_Margalit.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000420 Ethics Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:07:00 -0500 Compromise can be a political virtue, especially for the sake of peace. When is political compromise acceptable, and when is it fundamentally rotten? What if a rotten compromise is politically necessary? Are there moral limits to acceptable compromise, and what are those limits? Compromise can be a political virtue, especially for the sake of peace. When is political compromise acceptable, and when is it fundamentally rotten? What if a rotten compromise is politically necessary? Are there moral limits to acceptable compromise, and what are those limits? info@cceia.org (Avishai Margalit, Joanne J. Myers) Avishai Margalit, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091207_Nasr.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000419 Democracy,Globalization,Islam,Trade Tue, 08 Dec 2009 09:48:00 -0500 The real key to bringing economic and political change to the Muslim world is capitalism, says Vali Nasr. Entrepreneurial middle classes the world over have a stake in the system and are more interested in economic success than religious extremism.   The real key to bringing economic and political change to the Muslim world is capitalism, says Vali Nasr. Entrepreneurial middle classes the world over have a stake in the system and are more interested in economic success than religious extremism.   info@cceia.org (Vali Nasr) Vali Nasr] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091204_GEC59.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000418 Democracy,Ethics,Warfare Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:26:00 -0500 In a difficult and protracted war democracies may accept a draw due to a lack of public support. If you were caught between bowing to public opinion and taking bold positions that may alienate the electorate, which would you choose? In a difficult and protracted war democracies may accept a draw due to a lack of public support. If you were caught between bowing to public opinion and taking bold positions that may alienate the electorate, which would you choose? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091201_IsaacsINT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000417 Security Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:27:00 -0500 John Isaacs, Executive Director of the Council for a Livable World, discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda. John Isaacs, Executive Director of the Council for a Livable World, discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda. info@cceia.org (John Isaacs, David C. Speedie) John Isaacs, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091202_Cassidy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000416 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:10:00 -0500 The market's failure was not simply a result of greed, mass myopia, or government failure, says John Cassidy, although these were all contributing factors. "I ultimately see this crisis as a crisis of ideas, and misapplied ideas." The market's failure was not simply a result of greed, mass myopia, or government failure, says John Cassidy, although these were all contributing factors. "I ultimately see this crisis as a crisis of ideas, and misapplied ideas." info@cceia.org (John Cassidy) John Cassidy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091201_Isaacs_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000415 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 10:19:00 -0500 John Isaacs discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda. John Isaacs discusses nuclear weapons treaties and their relevance for U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and the global arms control agenda. info@cceia.org (John Isaacs) John Isaacs] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091125_GEC58.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000414 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 15:52:00 -0500 What is the U.S. role in the world? There are two extremes. Being an example, or employing forceful U.S. engagement and being a moral champion. Neither pole will or should prevail, but which might best drive America's interests? What is the U.S. role in the world? There are two extremes. Being an example, or employing forceful U.S. engagement and being a moral champion. Neither pole will or should prevail, but which might best drive America's interests? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091124_Packer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000413 Globalization,Warfare Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:13:00 -0500 George Packer discusses some of his essays from the period of September 11, 2001 to November 4, 2008; the luxury of being able to write long, in-depth articles for "The New Yorker" magazine; and the uncertain future of print journalism. George Packer discusses some of his essays from the period of September 11, 2001 to November 4, 2008; the luxury of being able to write long, in-depth articles for "The New Yorker" magazine; and the uncertain future of print journalism. info@cceia.org (George Packer, Joanne J. Myers) George Packer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091123_Roberts.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000412 Democracy,Justice,Reconciliation Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:56:00 -0500 Should civil resistance be seen as potentially replacing violence completely, or as a phenomenon that operates in conjunction with, and as a modification of, power politics? Should civil resistance be seen as potentially replacing violence completely, or as a phenomenon that operates in conjunction with, and as a modification of, power politics? info@cceia.org (Adam Roberts, Joanne J. Myers) Adam Roberts, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091120_GEC57.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000411 Corporations,Ethics Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:49:00 -0500 Should there be formal or informal standards for compensation? Can you ever earn too much? Should there be formal or informal standards for compensation? Can you ever earn too much? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091119_Web20_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000410 Corporations,Ethics Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:08:00 -0500 In July 2009, the Harvard Kennedy School's Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative launched a six-month project on Web 2.0 and corporate accountability. This expert panel discusses the project's preliminary findings and which avenues look most promising for the future. In July 2009, the Harvard Kennedy School's Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative launched a six-month project on Web 2.0 and corporate accountability. This expert panel discusses the project's preliminary findings and which avenues look most promising for the future. info@cceia.org (Bill Baue, Marcy Murninghan, Jane Nelson) Bill Baue, Marcy Murninghan, Jane Nelson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091119_Sandel_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000409 Democracy,Justice Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:03:00 -0500 Political philosopher Michael Sandel turns the Council into a classroom. Using questions such as military service, he engages the audience in a lively debate on what individuals owe society. Political philosopher Michael Sandel turns the Council into a classroom. Using questions such as military service, he engages the audience in a lively debate on what individuals owe society. info@cceia.org (Michael J. Sandel, Joanne J. Myers) Michael J. Sandel, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091113_GEC56.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000408 Democracy,Development,Ethics,Justice Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:56:00 -0500 Inequality in America has been accelerating rapidly since the 1980s. But capping income levels could put liberty and competitiveness at risk. This short audio on ethics asks: What is the right balance between liberty and equality? Inequality in America has been accelerating rapidly since the 1980s. But capping income levels could put liberty and competitiveness at risk. This short audio on ethics asks: What is the right balance between liberty and equality? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091111_Rodin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000407 Warfare Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:39:00 -0500 David Rodin explores the logic which governs how rights may be lost, acquired and transferred--how they 'move'--and examines in particular the implications this has for the way we justify and prosecute war. David Rodin explores the logic which governs how rights may be lost, acquired and transferred--how they 'move'--and examines in particular the implications this has for the way we justify and prosecute war. info@cceia.org (David Rodin) David Rodin] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091104_NonprofitBoard.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000406 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:41:00 -0500 Joining a nonprofit board of directors is a tremendous opportunity to help an organization advance a mission that is important to you. Alice Korngold leads this session of nonprofit board experts. Joining a nonprofit board of directors is a tremendous opportunity to help an organization advance a mission that is important to you. Alice Korngold leads this session of nonprofit board experts. info@cceia.org (Alice Korngold, Karthik Krishnan, Cheryl Rosario, Mitchell G. Taylor, Devin T. Stewart) Alice Korngold, Karthik Krishnan, Cheryl Rosario, Mitchell G. Taylor, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091106_GEC55.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000405 Ethics,Warfare Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:15:00 -0500 Private contractors bring important skills to tasks outside the capability or mission of military personnel, but they are not accountable to the government or American people. Is this political cover valuable? What about the hidden costs? Private contractors bring important skills to tasks outside the capability or mission of military personnel, but they are not accountable to the government or American people. Is this political cover valuable? What about the hidden costs? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091103_Ancram.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000404 Globalization,Security,Terrorism Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:55:00 -0500 In an increasingly interconnected world, soft power and engagement with all the world's players will become increasingly important--and that includes talking to Hamas and the Taliban, says Ancram. In an increasingly interconnected world, soft power and engagement with all the world's players will become increasingly important--and that includes talking to Hamas and the Taliban, says Ancram. info@cceia.org (Michael Ancram, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Ancram, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091030_Alexander.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000403 Warfare Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:10:00 -0500 The "Iliad" is usually seen as a martial epic glorifying war.  Yet in fact, says Alexander, Homer was at pains to depict the Trojan war--and war in general--as a pointless catastrophe that blighted all it touched. The "Iliad" is usually seen as a martial epic glorifying war.  Yet in fact, says Alexander, Homer was at pains to depict the Trojan war--and war in general--as a pointless catastrophe that blighted all it touched. info@cceia.org (Caroline Alexander, Joanne J. Myers) Caroline Alexander, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091102_PER_Wellman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000402 Ethics Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:26:00 -0500 From education and health care, to access to credit and the rule of law, a host of factors that influence quality of life depend simply on which side of a border a person is born on. Yet what could be more arbitrary, morally speaking, than where a person happens to be born? From education and health care, to access to credit and the rule of law, a host of factors that influence quality of life depend simply on which side of a border a person is born on. Yet what could be more arbitrary, morally speaking, than where a person happens to be born? info@cceia.org (Christopher Heath Wellman, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Christopher Heath Wellman, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091029_McCausland.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000401 Security,Development,Warfare Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:45:00 -0400 "Afghanistan makes Iraq look easy," says U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Dr. McCausland. His comprehensive and evenhanded briefing analyzes the situation on the ground and the possible consequences of sending more troops. "Afghanistan makes Iraq look easy," says U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Dr. McCausland. His comprehensive and evenhanded briefing analyzes the situation on the ground and the possible consequences of sending more troops. info@cceia.org (Jeffrey D. McCausland, Joel H. Rosenthal, David C. Speedie) Jeffrey D. McCausland, Joel H. Rosenthal, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091030_GEC54.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000400 Ethics Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:01:00 -0400 When balancing life's complex tensions, how do you know when you've crossed a line? When balancing life's complex tensions, how do you know when you've crossed a line? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091028_Miller_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000399 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:45:00 -0400 President and CEO of the UN Association of the USA, Ambassador Miller discusses the U.S. role in the world and the power of grass roots commitment. Citizens can change policy by reminding leaders of their obligations on issues such as climate change. President and CEO of the UN Association of the USA, Ambassador Miller discusses the U.S. role in the world and the power of grass roots commitment. Citizens can change policy by reminding leaders of their obligations on issues such as climate change. info@cceia.org (Thomas J. Miller, David C. Speedie) Thomas J. Miller, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091013_Bosco.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000398 Security,Warfare Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:39:00 -0400 What has been, is, and should be the role of the UN Security Council? Bosco chronicles its history—its successes and its failures—and concludes with some positive suggestions for the future. What has been, is, and should be the role of the UN Security Council? Bosco chronicles its history—its successes and its failures—and concludes with some positive suggestions for the future. info@cceia.org (David L. Bosco, Joanne J. Myers) David L. Bosco, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091022_ReinhartRogoff.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000397 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:26:00 -0400 Financial crises are not random events, say Carmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff. Looking at the the data on boom and bust cycles that have occurred over the past 800 years, a clear pattern emerges. Why can't we learn from history? Financial crises are not random events, say Carmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff. Looking at the the data on boom and bust cycles that have occurred over the past 800 years, a clear pattern emerges. Why can't we learn from history? info@cceia.org (Carmen M. Reinhart, Kenneth S. Rogoff) Carmen M. Reinhart, Kenneth S. Rogoff] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091021_Lacey_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000396 Islam,Religion,Terrorism,Oil Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:21:00 -0400 After spending years in the Kingdom talking to people in all walks of life, Robert Lacey gives us a modern history of the Saudis in their own words, revealing a people attempting to reconcile life under religious law with the demands of a rapidly changing world. After spending years in the Kingdom talking to people in all walks of life, Robert Lacey gives us a modern history of the Saudis in their own words, revealing a people attempting to reconcile life under religious law with the demands of a rapidly changing world. info@cceia.org (Robert Lacey) Robert Lacey] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091023_GEC53.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000395 Terrorism,Warfare Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:20:00 -0400 When war is a foreign insurgency, balancing human risks and possibility of success is a fundamental ethical dilemma for leaders. What do you think should happen in Afghanistan? When war is a foreign insurgency, balancing human risks and possibility of success is a fundamental ethical dilemma for leaders. What do you think should happen in Afghanistan? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091019_Henderson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000394 Health Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:55:00 -0400 Real-life hero D.A. Henderson reveals how a small but fiercely dedicated team under his direction succeeded in eliminating smallpox, a disease which had killed over half a billion people in the preceding 100 years. Real-life hero D.A. Henderson reveals how a small but fiercely dedicated team under his direction succeeded in eliminating smallpox, a disease which had killed over half a billion people in the preceding 100 years. info@cceia.org (D.A. Henderson) D.A. Henderson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091016_GEC52.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000392 Ethics Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:41:00 -0400 When choosing Nobel Peace Prize winners, should the Nobel Committee think of the future, using the Nobel's prestige to encourage peace-making? Or should they identify achievements over time, rewarding those shown worthy? When choosing Nobel Peace Prize winners, should the Nobel Committee think of the future, using the Nobel's prestige to encourage peace-making? Or should they identify achievements over time, rewarding those shown worthy? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091009_Williams_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000391 Democracy,Security Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:19:00 -0400 In a wide-ranging conversation, Baroness Williams discusses the Obama administration's foreign policy; the situation in Afghanistan and in Iran; U.S. and British politics, including voter representation and corruption; and her work on nuclear disarmament. In a wide-ranging conversation, Baroness Williams discusses the Obama administration's foreign policy; the situation in Afghanistan and in Iran; U.S. and British politics, including voter representation and corruption; and her work on nuclear disarmament. info@cceia.org (Shirley Williams, David C. Speedie) Shirley Williams, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091008_LeslieGelb.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000390 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:30:00 -0400 How can America build partnerships and coalitions to solve today's global problems? Will the nation continue to dominate world affairs, or are we fast approaching a "post-America" era? How can America build partnerships and coalitions to solve today's global problems? Will the nation continue to dominate world affairs, or are we fast approaching a "post-America" era? info@cceia.org (Leslie Gelb) Leslie Gelb] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091009_GEC51.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000387 Environment,Justice Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:10:00 -0400 By 2050 some estimate that climate change will displace 150 million people, but the displaced won't qualify as refugees under international law. This short audio asks: What should be done about relocation? By 2050 some estimate that climate change will displace 150 million people, but the displaced won't qualify as refugees under international law. This short audio asks: What should be done about relocation? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091007_OHanlon.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000389 Warfare Fri, 09 Oct 2009 12:32:00 -0400 Michael O'Hanlon explains how military modeling and planning are done, taking as examples Desert Storm, the Iraq War, and the decisions to be made now about Afghanistan. Michael O'Hanlon explains how military modeling and planning are done, taking as examples Desert Storm, the Iraq War, and the decisions to be made now about Afghanistan. info@cceia.org (Michael E. O'Hanlon) Michael E. O'Hanlon] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091006_Goldhagen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000388 Darfur,Genocide,Intervention,Peacekeeping,Warfare Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:10:00 -0400 Rwanda, Bosnia, Cambodia, Darfur, Congo, and more--since World War II, genocide has caused more deaths than all wars put together. Goldhagen analyzes how and why genocides start and proposes steps the international community can take to stop them.   Rwanda, Bosnia, Cambodia, Darfur, Congo, and more--since World War II, genocide has caused more deaths than all wars put together. Goldhagen analyzes how and why genocides start and proposes steps the international community can take to stop them.   info@cceia.org (Daniel Jonah Goldhagen, Joanne J. Myers) Daniel Jonah Goldhagen, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Hilary_Charlesworth_on_Bills_of_Rights_CCEIA.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000386 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:39:00 -0400 What does a country gain by enacting a bill of rights? Do countries that lack bills of rights, like Australia, protect human rights as well as those, like the United States and Canada, that have them? What does a country gain by enacting a bill of rights? Do countries that lack bills of rights, like Australia, protect human rights as well as those, like the United States and Canada, that have them? info@cceia.org (Hilary Charlesworth, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Hilary Charlesworth, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091002_AmartyaSen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000385 Justice Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:39:00 -0400 The traditional theory of social justice is out of touch with practical realities, says Amartya Sen. Instead he proposes a theory of comparative justice that is applicable to the real world.   The traditional theory of social justice is out of touch with practical realities, says Amartya Sen. Instead he proposes a theory of comparative justice that is applicable to the real world.   info@cceia.org (Amartya Sen, Joanne J. Myers) Amartya Sen, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091002_GEC50.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000382 Diversity,Ethics,Justice Fri, 02 Oct 2009 15:22:00 -0400 Should cultural treasures, acquired under dubious circumstances, be returned to their places of origin? Should cultural treasures, acquired under dubious circumstances, be returned to their places of origin? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20091001_Mesquita.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000384 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:09:00 -0400 Iran, Iraq, Israel, and North Korea--all are rational players, acting in their own self-interest as they perceive it, and with game theory we can predict what they and other players will do next. Iran, Iraq, Israel, and North Korea--all are rational players, acting in their own self-interest as they perceive it, and with game theory we can predict what they and other players will do next. info@cceia.org (Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, Joanne J. Myers) Bruce Bueno de Mesquita, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090930_Maass.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000383 Oil,Corporations,Democracy Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:49:00 -0400 From Ecuador to Nigeria, in most oil-producing countries oil has not brought any benefits to the poor and has often damaged people's health and ruined the environment, says Peter Maass. As for Iraq, although the war was not "all about oil," oil certainly played an important role. From Ecuador to Nigeria, in most oil-producing countries oil has not brought any benefits to the poor and has often damaged people's health and ruined the environment, says Peter Maass. As for Iraq, although the war was not "all about oil," oil certainly played an important role. info@cceia.org (Peter Maass, Joanne J. Myers) Peter Maass, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090916_AlexJones_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000378 Democracy,Ethics Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:55:00 -0400 "Internet culture values speed over accuracy, edge over fairness and balance, and above all, entertainment value above importance and significance. We can be overfed but undernourished in terms of news, and that's what's happening as newspapers scramble to stay in business." "Internet culture values speed over accuracy, edge over fairness and balance, and above all, entertainment value above importance and significance. We can be overfed but undernourished in terms of news, and that's what's happening as newspapers scramble to stay in business." info@cceia.org (Alex S. Jones, Joanne J. Myers) Alex S. Jones, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090925_GEC49.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000381 Environment Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:45:00 -0400 Can we regulate international space like the oceans? Pollution and illegal or unregulated fishing plague international waters. How can the problem be managed to maintain the health and beauty of our seas? Can we regulate international space like the oceans? Pollution and illegal or unregulated fishing plague international waters. How can the problem be managed to maintain the health and beauty of our seas? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090921_Stiglitz.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000380 Corporations,Ethics,Globalization,Trade Thu, 24 Sep 2009 11:13:00 -0400 The spread of the financial crisis from a few developed countries to the entire global economy provides tangible evidence that the international trade and financial system needs to be profoundly reformed, says Nobel Laureate Joseph Stiglitz and Columbia economist Jose Antonio Ocampo. The spread of the financial crisis from a few developed countries to the entire global economy provides tangible evidence that the international trade and financial system needs to be profoundly reformed, says Nobel Laureate Joseph Stiglitz and Columbia economist Jose Antonio Ocampo. info@cceia.org (Joseph E. Stiglitz, Bert Koenders, Jose Antonio Ocampo) Joseph E. Stiglitz, Bert Koenders, Jose Antonio Ocampo] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090918_GEC48.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000379 Development,Environment,Globalization,Trade Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:59:00 -0400 The global circulation of goods is a major source of both prosperity and carbon emissions. This short audio on ethics asks: Can trade be regulated to maximize development and reduce environmental harm? The global circulation of goods is a major source of both prosperity and carbon emissions. This short audio on ethics asks: Can trade be regulated to maximize development and reduce environmental harm? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090724_GEC47.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000377 Ethics,Environment Wed, 16 Sep 2009 11:11:00 -0400 This short clip on ethics asks: Who pays to stop global warming? How to allocate emissions allowances? If people are entitled to an equal share of the world's resources, should national allowances be allocated on a per capita basis? How about the billionaire in India who pollutes more than a poor person in urban Paris? This short clip on ethics asks: Who pays to stop global warming? How to allocate emissions allowances? If people are entitled to an equal share of the world's resources, should national allowances be allocated on a per capita basis? How about the billionaire in India who pollutes more than a poor person in urban Paris? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090828_JoelRosenthal.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000376 Environment,Ethics,Globalization,Security Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:21:00 -0400 Remedies to global challenges are less about romantic dreams to improve the world and more about pragmatism and sustainability. The pragmatic and ethical thing to do is to recognize that our interests are tied up with those of others in new and potentially creative ways. Remedies to global challenges are less about romantic dreams to improve the world and more about pragmatism and sustainability. The pragmatic and ethical thing to do is to recognize that our interests are tied up with those of others in new and potentially creative ways. info@cceia.org (Joel H. Rosenthal) Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090908_GEF_Kauffman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000373 Energy,Environment Tue, 08 Sep 2009 09:00:00 -0400 "There is really nothing quite as essential, both in the developed and the developing world, as energy. You literally cannot have economic development without energy." "There is really nothing quite as essential, both in the developed and the developing world, as energy. You literally cannot have economic development without energy." info@cceia.org (Richard L. Kauffman, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Richard L. Kauffman, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090904_GEC46.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000375 Corporations,Environment,Justice Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:08:00 -0400 How do we put value on the forests as an indispensable element of our survival? Can we balance market mechanisms with regulations and consumption with sustainability? How do we put value on the forests as an indispensable element of our survival? Can we balance market mechanisms with regulations and consumption with sustainability? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090901_GEF_Walls.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000372 Corporations,Ethics Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:00:00 -0400 Greyston Bakery was started on the premise of bringing the unemployed into the workforce. In fact the company's motto is, "We don't hire people to bake brownies, we bake brownies to hire people." Greyston Bakery was started on the premise of bringing the unemployed into the workforce. In fact the company's motto is, "We don't hire people to bake brownies, we bake brownies to hire people." info@cceia.org (Julius Walls, Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy) Julius Walls, Jr., Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090828_GEC45.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000374 Environment,Ethics,Intervention Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:42:00 -0400 Do states have a responsibility to protect the planet? If so, who would decide when environmental protection is a legitimate reason to interfere in the affairs of another state? Do states have a responsibility to protect the planet? If so, who would decide when environmental protection is a legitimate reason to interfere in the affairs of another state? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090423_Olson_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000366 Warfare,Security Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:54:00 -0400 "I just couldn't conceive of a battlefield now without contractors," says Olson, former Major General in the U.S. army and now an independent defense contractor. He discusses the effect of contractors on the military profession, accountability issues, and the roles contractors play. "I just couldn't conceive of a battlefield now without contractors," says Olson, former Major General in the U.S. army and now an independent defense contractor. He discusses the effect of contractors on the military profession, accountability issues, and the roles contractors play. info@cceia.org (Eric T. Olson, Jeffrey D. McCausland) Eric T. Olson, Jeffrey D. McCausland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090423_Hammes_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000370 Security,Warfare Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:39:00 -0400 Military contractors bring up many issues which have not been fully explored, says Hammes; loyalty, for example. While we can expect great loyalty from U.S. citizens when U.S. soldiers are in danger, what can we really expect from a Bangladeshi truck driver or a local Iraqi contractor? Military contractors bring up many issues which have not been fully explored, says Hammes; loyalty, for example. While we can expect great loyalty from U.S. citizens when U.S. soldiers are in danger, what can we really expect from a Bangladeshi truck driver or a local Iraqi contractor? info@cceia.org (Thomas X. Hammes, Joel H. Rosenthal) Thomas X. Hammes, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090423_Griffith_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000371 Warfare,Security Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:26:00 -0400 When is outsourcing appropriate? asks Griffith. We need to be thinking more deeply about what using military contractors means for the U.S. in terms of who we are and who we want representing us in the the world. When is outsourcing appropriate? asks Griffith. We need to be thinking more deeply about what using military contractors means for the U.S. in terms of who we are and who we want representing us in the the world. info@cceia.org (Thomas E. Griffith, Jr., Joel H. Rosenthal) Thomas E. Griffith, Jr., Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090825_GEF_Harrison.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000369 Corporations,Environment Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:30:00 -0400 "I hope that CGI is able to serve as the catalyst for action, the group that is essentially creating a market between companies and governments and NGOs to create the difference that moves the ball on each of these great global challenges." "I hope that CGI is able to serve as the catalyst for action, the group that is essentially creating a market between companies and governments and NGOs to create the difference that moves the ball on each of these great global challenges." info@cceia.org (Robert S. Harrison, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Robert S. Harrison, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_MichaelSelgelid_v3.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000367 Ethics,Health,HIV/AIDS Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:05:00 -0400 Can we infringe individual rights to promote public health? Should, say, individuals be allowed to determine for themselves when they are too infectious to get on a plane? Can we infringe individual rights to promote public health? Should, say, individuals be allowed to determine for themselves when they are too infectious to get on a plane? info@cceia.org (Michael Selgelid, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Michael Selgelid, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090821_GEC44.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000368 Ethics Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:03:00 -0400 Do immigrants help or hurt America? Closed borders cut off the world's best and brightest, while open borders may invite the world's desperate, criminal, and crazy. Should we err on the side of opening doors or building walls? Do immigrants help or hurt America? Closed borders cut off the world's best and brightest, while open borders may invite the world's desperate, criminal, and crazy. Should we err on the side of opening doors or building walls? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090818_GEF_Merrin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000365 Development,Education,Health,Poverty Tue, 18 Aug 2009 04:54:00 -0400 Seth Merrin is the CEO and founder of Liquidnet, a successful investment firm which gives 1 percent of its pretax income to philanthropic initiatives. Here Merrin discusses Liquidnet's key role in a Youth Village for orphans in Rwanda, modeled on similar ones in Israel. Seth Merrin is the CEO and founder of Liquidnet, a successful investment firm which gives 1 percent of its pretax income to philanthropic initiatives. Here Merrin discusses Liquidnet's key role in a Youth Village for orphans in Rwanda, modeled on similar ones in Israel. info@cceia.org (Seth Merrin, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Seth Merrin, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090423_Carafano_v2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000363 Warfare Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:53:00 -0400 Using contractors on the battlefield is not new for the U.S. What's more, it's a good option and it's here to stay, says Carafano. "For the U.S. it is a way of leveraging the capabilities of the modern world efficiently." Using contractors on the battlefield is not new for the U.S. What's more, it's a good option and it's here to stay, says Carafano. "For the U.S. it is a way of leveraging the capabilities of the modern world efficiently." info@cceia.org (James Jay Carafano, Jeffrey D. McCausland) James Jay Carafano, Jeffrey D. McCausland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090814_GEC43.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000364 Ethics Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:45:00 -0400 Should you ever deal with dictators? Two American journalists held hostage in North Korea were released as a result of Bill Clinton's recent meeting with Kim Jong-il. Did the positive outcome justify lending credibility to one of the world's worst regimes? Should you ever deal with dictators? Two American journalists held hostage in North Korea were released as a result of Bill Clinton's recent meeting with Kim Jong-il. Did the positive outcome justify lending credibility to one of the world's worst regimes? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090811_GEF_Wucker.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000362 Corporations,Development,Ethics Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:17:00 -0400 "People should be able to pursue whatever helps them to fulfill their greatest potential, and that's what migration is about," says World Policy Institute's Michel Wucker. "People should be able to pursue whatever helps them to fulfill their greatest potential, and that's what migration is about," says World Policy Institute's Michel Wucker. info@cceia.org (Michele Wucker, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Michele Wucker, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090807_GEC42.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000361 Environment,Ethics Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:34:00 -0400 If you don't know the roots under a farmers' market or a colleague's produce, should you trust the food you get from them? How does the joy of growing and giving fresh vegetables weigh against potential soil hazards? Does even a carrot require an ethical choice? If you don't know the roots under a farmers' market or a colleague's produce, should you trust the food you get from them? How does the joy of growing and giving fresh vegetables weigh against potential soil hazards? Does even a carrot require an ethical choice? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090804_GEF_Cahalan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000360 Diversity Tue, 04 Aug 2009 11:13:00 -0400 "The more Xerox found out about the value of inclusion--" says Joseph Cahalan of Xerox, "that good talent comes in all colors, genders, religions, and sexual orientation, that the company became stronger and stronger because of it--the more we consider diversity a competitive strategy." "The more Xerox found out about the value of inclusion--" says Joseph Cahalan of Xerox, "that good talent comes in all colors, genders, religions, and sexual orientation, that the company became stronger and stronger because of it--the more we consider diversity a competitive strategy." info@cceia.org (Joseph M. Cahalan, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Joseph M. Cahalan, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090730_GEC41.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000359 Corporations Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:23:00 -0400 Should government supplement markets to increase the public good? Should it regulate markets to protect the public good? How much is too much regulation? Should government supplement markets to increase the public good? Should it regulate markets to protect the public good? How much is too much regulation? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090728_GEF_Trelstad.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000358 Poverty,Development Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:53:00 -0400 "Where we are fiercely critical of grants-based approaches is the design of services that ignore the end recipient," says Acumen Fund chief investment officer  Brian Trelstad. In this interview he shares ideas on how to use entrepreneurs in the developing world to combat poverty. "Where we are fiercely critical of grants-based approaches is the design of services that ignore the end recipient," says Acumen Fund chief investment officer  Brian Trelstad. In this interview he shares ideas on how to use entrepreneurs in the developing world to combat poverty. info@cceia.org (Brian Trelstad, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Brian Trelstad, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090724_GEC40.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000357 ethics Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:56:00 -0400 Policies are often debated along three dimensions: effectiveness, efficiency, and expediency. In place of a fourth dimension—applied ethics—we usually find sensationalism and polarization. Can public discourse rise above shouting? Policies are often debated along three dimensions: effectiveness, efficiency, and expediency. In place of a fourth dimension—applied ethics—we usually find sensationalism and polarization. Can public discourse rise above shouting? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090721_GEF_Korngold.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000356 Corporations,Ethics Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:19:00 -0400 Consultant, author, and blogger Alice Korngold talks about her work connecting corporate executives with nonprofit boards, and the transformation that takes place, person after person, as executives come up with new ways to help. Consultant, author, and blogger Alice Korngold talks about her work connecting corporate executives with nonprofit boards, and the transformation that takes place, person after person, as executives come up with new ways to help. info@cceia.org (Alice Korngold, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Alice Korngold, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090717_GEC39.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000355 Diversity,Ethics,Genocide Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:49:00 -0400 Modern self-determination and the concept of nationality are closely linked, and have frequently led to instances of ethnic cleansing. Can nationalism and multi-ethnic societies co-exist? Must self-determination imply ethnic cleansing? Modern self-determination and the concept of nationality are closely linked, and have frequently led to instances of ethnic cleansing. Can nationalism and multi-ethnic societies co-exist? Must self-determination imply ethnic cleansing? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090714_GEF_Greenberg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000354 Corporations,Environment,Ethics Tue, 14 Jul 2009 10:25:00 -0400 Sarah Greenberg of RiskMetrics discusses the social and environmental risks that companies sometimes take and how these can affect the bottom line. Tobacco is a prime example. In the long run, a product that kills its consumers is not as viable as one that is sustainable. Sarah Greenberg of RiskMetrics discusses the social and environmental risks that companies sometimes take and how these can affect the bottom line. Tobacco is a prime example. In the long run, a product that kills its consumers is not as viable as one that is sustainable. info@cceia.org (Sarah Greenberg, Devin T. Stewart, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Sarah Greenberg, Devin T. Stewart, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090710_GEC38.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000353 Democracy,Ethics,Intervention Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:18:00 -0400 Is it ever ethical to violate a democratic constitution? If the rationale for military intervention is to save democracy, does that make it legitimate? Is it ever ethical to violate a democratic constitution? If the rationale for military intervention is to save democracy, does that make it legitimate? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090707_Wilson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000352 Education Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:12:00 -0400 How can you help change the world, and get paid for doing it? Alissa Wilson shares what she learned from interviewing scores of practical idealists, including international development workers, lawyers, business people, computer techs, artists, and more. How can you help change the world, and get paid for doing it? Alissa Wilson shares what she learned from interviewing scores of practical idealists, including international development workers, lawyers, business people, computer techs, artists, and more. info@cceia.org (Alissa Wilson) Alissa Wilson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090630_Pickering_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000351 Security Thu, 09 Jul 2009 11:50:00 -0400 Ambassador Thomas Pickering discusses Russia's role in the unfolding events in Iran and other potential areas of cooperation between Russia and the United States, including missile defense and NATO enlargement. Ambassador Thomas Pickering discusses Russia's role in the unfolding events in Iran and other potential areas of cooperation between Russia and the United States, including missile defense and NATO enlargement. info@cceia.org (Thomas R. Pickering, David C. Speedie) Thomas R. Pickering, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090707_GEF_Decker.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000350 Corporations,Environment,Ethics Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:03:00 -0400 "Money-making is the base for good business," says Columbia University's Hans Decker, "but we all intuitively know that there's more to it." Julia Kennedy talks to the former Siemens president about stakeholder value. "Money-making is the base for good business," says Columbia University's Hans Decker, "but we all intuitively know that there's more to it." Julia Kennedy talks to the former Siemens president about stakeholder value. info@cceia.org (Hans W. Decker, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Hans W. Decker, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090703_GEC37.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000349 Democracy,Ethics,Health Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:10:00 -0400 Why can't the U.S. negotiate a domestic solution to health care? Individuals are certainly responsible for their health. A wealthy society can also be responsible for its members. Is health care a primary right, or a personal responsibility? Why can't the U.S. negotiate a domestic solution to health care? Individuals are certainly responsible for their health. A wealthy society can also be responsible for its members. Is health care a primary right, or a personal responsibility? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090630_Pickering.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000348 Democracy,Security Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:48:00 -0400 How should the United States proceed in its relations with Iran during this turbulent time—and beyond? Should we launch direct, high-level talks between a U.S. envoy and a significant player, or continue on the same course? How should the United States proceed in its relations with Iran during this turbulent time—and beyond? Should we launch direct, high-level talks between a U.S. envoy and a significant player, or continue on the same course? info@cceia.org (Thomas R. Pickering, Joanne J. Myers) Thomas R. Pickering, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090630GEF_Pohle.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000347 Corporations,Ethics Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:12:00 -0400 "When companies go above and beyond with regard to the corporate responsibility that customers expect, they frequently can charge higher prices, get better market share, and better customer loyalty," says George Pohle, CEO of MediaBound. "When companies go above and beyond with regard to the corporate responsibility that customers expect, they frequently can charge higher prices, get better market share, and better customer loyalty," says George Pohle, CEO of MediaBound. info@cceia.org (George Pohle, Julia Taylor Kennedy) George Pohle, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090626_GEC36.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000346 Democracy,Religion Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:39:00 -0400 French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently declared that burqas are not welcome in France. To some, the burqa represents the suppression of women. Yet many Muslim women embrace it. Should states have control over what people wear? French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently declared that burqas are not welcome in France. To some, the burqa represents the suppression of women. Yet many Muslim women embrace it. Should states have control over what people wear? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090625_Sorman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000345 Trade,Poverty Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:17:00 -0400 In the 20th century, privatization and market capitalism have reconstructed Eastern Europe and lifted 800 million people out of poverty. What can be understood by this increasing embrace of a "free market" around the globe? In the 20th century, privatization and market capitalism have reconstructed Eastern Europe and lifted 800 million people out of poverty. What can be understood by this increasing embrace of a "free market" around the globe? info@cceia.org (Guy Sorman, Joanne J. Myers) Guy Sorman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090618_BalesSoodalter.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000344 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:17:00 -0400 Slaves are all around us, from the dishwasher in your local restaurant, to kids on the corner selling cheap trinkets. Bales and Soodalter provide a blueprint on how to recognize slavery and how to finally put an end to this horrific practice, which still flourishes here in "The Home of the Free." Slaves are all around us, from the dishwasher in your local restaurant, to kids on the corner selling cheap trinkets. Bales and Soodalter provide a blueprint on how to recognize slavery and how to finally put an end to this horrific practice, which still flourishes here in "The Home of the Free." info@cceia.org (Kevin Bales, Ron Soodalter) Kevin Bales, Ron Soodalter] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090623GEF_KrishnanMurray.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000343 Environment,Energy Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:17:00 -0400 Julia Kennedy talks to Sujeesh Krishnan and Euan Murray of Carbon Trust about the journey to discover the biggest sources of emissions for businesses, and finds that sometimes the answers are not what you might expect. Julia Kennedy talks to Sujeesh Krishnan and Euan Murray of Carbon Trust about the journey to discover the biggest sources of emissions for businesses, and finds that sometimes the answers are not what you might expect. info@cceia.org (Sujeesh Krishnan, Euan Murray, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Sujeesh Krishnan, Euan Murray, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090619_GEC35.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000342 Democracy Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:25:00 -0400 When are elections legitimate? What about Iran? Elections assume that losers accept results. Because many disagree, can they overturn an election? Should we believe authorities that declare elections valid? When are elections legitimate? What about Iran? Elections assume that losers accept results. Because many disagree, can they overturn an election? Should we believe authorities that declare elections valid? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090616GEF_Bader.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000341 Corporations Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:59:00 -0400 "Increasingly, human rights is the lens through which people view how business impacts them," says Christine Bader, formerly of BP and now Advisor to the UN Special Representative on business and human rights.   "Increasingly, human rights is the lens through which people view how business impacts them," says Christine Bader, formerly of BP and now Advisor to the UN Special Representative on business and human rights.   info@cceia.org (Christine Bader, Julia Taylor Kennedy) Christine Bader, Julia Taylor Kennedy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090612_GEC34.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000340 Ethics Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:46:00 -0400 Fairness is a universal concept, but its application depends on time and place. The three pillars of ethical choice—pluralism, rights and responsibilities, and fairness—are thus codependent, and balancing them demands dialogue among people. Fairness is a universal concept, but its application depends on time and place. The three pillars of ethical choice—pluralism, rights and responsibilities, and fairness—are thus codependent, and balancing them demands dialogue among people. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090605_GEC33.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000338 Ethics,Justice Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:33:00 -0400 Balancing rights and responsibilities is one of the pillars supporting ethical choice. How far do our rights extend? Do responsibilities diminish our entitlements? Balancing rights and responsibilities is one of the pillars supporting ethical choice. How far do our rights extend? Do responsibilities diminish our entitlements? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090603_VictorCha.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000339 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:00:00 -0400 There are no good options in negotiations with North Korea, says Bush's top advisor on North Korean affairs, Victor Cha. It's always a choice between a bad option and a worse option. There are no good options in negotiations with North Korea, says Bush's top advisor on North Korean affairs, Victor Cha. It's always a choice between a bad option and a worse option. info@cceia.org (Victor D. Cha) Victor D. Cha] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090529_GEC32.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000337 Ethics,Justice Fri, 29 May 2009 10:24:00 -0400 How do we celebrate differences without falling into the trap of cultural relativism? How do we celebrate differences without falling into the trap of cultural relativism? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090527_Solomon.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000336 Thu, 28 May 2009 15:11:00 -0400 What are realistic processes of social change that should inform effective human rights policy and its implementation? Should human rights issues be pressed even if their primary effect is to assure domestic American constituencies that an administration's "heart is in the right place?" What are realistic processes of social change that should inform effective human rights policy and its implementation? Should human rights issues be pressed even if their primary effect is to assure domestic American constituencies that an administration's "heart is in the right place?" info@cceia.org (Richard H. Solomon) Richard H. Solomon] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090521_Schama.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000335 Thu, 28 May 2009 10:48:00 -0400 In a dazzling display of learning and verbal virtuosity, Simon Schama takes us from Arlington Cemetery to the contrasts between the Jeffersonian and Hamiltonian worldview; to China and Afghanistan; and to many points in between. In a dazzling display of learning and verbal virtuosity, Simon Schama takes us from Arlington Cemetery to the contrasts between the Jeffersonian and Hamiltonian worldview; to China and Afghanistan; and to many points in between. info@cceia.org (Simon Schama, Joanne J. Myers) Simon Schama, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090522_GEC31.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000334 Ethics Fri, 22 May 2009 10:16:00 -0400 To become ethical, must behavior be grounded in a religious faith or other system of belief? How do we judge the behavior of states and people? To become ethical, must behavior be grounded in a religious faith or other system of belief? How do we judge the behavior of states and people? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090519_FallonStewart.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000333 Security,Terrorism,Warfare Wed, 20 May 2009 15:22:00 -0400 Rebuilding Afghanistan will be a long process, says Stewart, and so our presence there needs to be much lighter. It's inconceivable that for the next 30-40 years we can sustain annual investments of $85 billion and up and maintain 90,000 troops. Rebuilding Afghanistan will be a long process, says Stewart, and so our presence there needs to be much lighter. It's inconceivable that for the next 30-40 years we can sustain annual investments of $85 billion and up and maintain 90,000 troops. info@cceia.org (William J. Fallon, Rory Stewart, Joanne J. Myers) William J. Fallon, Rory Stewart, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090514_Goldberg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000332 Globalization,Health Tue, 19 May 2009 12:33:00 -0400 Michelle Goldberg exposes the global war on women's reproductive rights and its disastrous and unreported consequences for the future of global development. Michelle Goldberg exposes the global war on women's reproductive rights and its disastrous and unreported consequences for the future of global development. info@cceia.org (Michelle Goldberg) Michelle Goldberg] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090514_ForcedLabor.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000331 Mon, 18 May 2009 16:19:00 -0400 The Carnegie Council and the International Labour Organization (ILO) present a unique look at modern slavery from the personal, policy, and enforcement perspectives, to shed light on an insidious practice that has become part of today's labor markets. The Carnegie Council and the International Labour Organization (ILO) present a unique look at modern slavery from the personal, policy, and enforcement perspectives, to shed light on an insidious practice that has become part of today's labor markets. info@cceia.org (Robert Moossy, Roger Plant, Maria Suarez) Robert Moossy, Roger Plant, Maria Suarez] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090513_Lukacs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000330 Fri, 15 May 2009 16:31:00 -0400 Historian John Lukacs discusses his close friend George Kennan. Kennan was an architect of the Cold War, but after 1950 he became one of its critics and recommended a dialogue with the Russians. Why the seeming contradiction? Historian John Lukacs discusses his close friend George Kennan. Kennan was an architect of the Cold War, but after 1950 he became one of its critics and recommended a dialogue with the Russians. Why the seeming contradiction? info@cceia.org (John Lukacs) John Lukacs] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090515_GEC30.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000329 Fri, 15 May 2009 14:35:00 -0400 New York is no longer viewed as the financial capital of the world, or even of the United States. Given the recent government intervention in states' economies, will the free-market model be able to compete? New York is no longer viewed as the financial capital of the world, or even of the United States. Given the recent government intervention in states' economies, will the free-market model be able to compete? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090512_MacFarquhar.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000328 Democracy Thu, 14 May 2009 16:31:00 -0400 Despite all the bloodshed in its recent history, the Middle East is still a place of warmth, humanity, and generous eccentricity. Within the turmoil there are those still pioneering political and social change. Will they continue wrestling with their region's future--on their own terms? Despite all the bloodshed in its recent history, the Middle East is still a place of warmth, humanity, and generous eccentricity. Within the turmoil there are those still pioneering political and social change. Will they continue wrestling with their region's future--on their own terms? info@cceia.org (Neil MacFarquhar, Joanne J. Myers) Neil MacFarquhar, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090511_Moisi.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000327 Democracy,Globalization,Islam,Reconciliation,Security Thu, 14 May 2009 11:20:00 -0400 What are the driving emotions behind our cultural differences? How do these varying emotions influence the political, social, and cultural conflicts that roil our world? What are the driving emotions behind our cultural differences? How do these varying emotions influence the political, social, and cultural conflicts that roil our world? info@cceia.org (Dominique Moisi, Joanne J. Myers) Dominique Moisi, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090506_Kilcullen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000326 Terrorism,Warfare Fri, 08 May 2009 17:02:00 -0400 Have U.S. actions in the "war on terror" blurred the distinction between local and global struggles? How can the U.S. develop strategies that deal with global threats, avoid local conflicts where possible, and win them where necessary? Have U.S. actions in the "war on terror" blurred the distinction between local and global struggles? How can the U.S. develop strategies that deal with global threats, avoid local conflicts where possible, and win them where necessary? info@cceia.org (David Kilcullen, Joanne J. Myers) David Kilcullen, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090508_GEC29.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000325 Ethics,Justice Fri, 08 May 2009 14:16:00 -0400 Participants in Britain's nuclear weapons testing program argued recently that health was damaged by radiation. Who is responsible? Should compensation be a legal matter or a moral one? Participants in Britain's nuclear weapons testing program argued recently that health was damaged by radiation. Who is responsible? Should compensation be a legal matter or a moral one? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090504_Voigt.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000324 Europe Fri, 08 May 2009 11:54:00 -0400 Karsten Voigt discusses the German political mindset, which grew out of its situation after World War II; Obama's popularity in Germany; and U.S.-German relations in the context of the EU, NATO, and Russia. Karsten Voigt discusses the German political mindset, which grew out of its situation after World War II; Obama's popularity in Germany; and U.S.-German relations in the context of the EU, NATO, and Russia. info@cceia.org (Karsten Voigt) Karsten Voigt] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090504_Stern.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000323 Environment Mon, 04 May 2009 15:55:00 -0400 Renowned economist Lord Nicholas Stern estimates that it will cost only about 2 percent of global GDP to control climate change at manageable levels by 2050. But we cannot delay. The cost of inaction is far greater and more perilous. Renowned economist Lord Nicholas Stern estimates that it will cost only about 2 percent of global GDP to control climate change at manageable levels by 2050. But we cannot delay. The cost of inaction is far greater and more perilous. info@cceia.org (Nicholas Stern) Nicholas Stern] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090501_GEC28.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000322 Democracy,Ethics Fri, 01 May 2009 12:23:00 -0400 Senator Specter is now a Democrat. Was his decision to switch parties principled, pragmatic, or just expedient? Senator Specter is now a Democrat. Was his decision to switch parties principled, pragmatic, or just expedient? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090429_Allawi.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000321 Islam Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:19:00 -0400 What caused the decline of Islamic civilization and how can it be revived? Ali A. Allawi lays out key principles that could make it flourish in this age of globalization. What caused the decline of Islamic civilization and how can it be revived? Ali A. Allawi lays out key principles that could make it flourish in this age of globalization. info@cceia.org (Ali A. Allawi, Joanne J. Myers) Ali A. Allawi, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090424_GEC27.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000320 Ethics,Justice,Security,Terrorism,Torture Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:44:00 -0400 Torture is wrong. So who is culpable? The point people? The memo writers? The overseers? No one? Everyone? Torture is wrong. So who is culpable? The point people? The memo writers? The overseers? No one? Everyone? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090422_EppingGreenhouse.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000319 Globalization,Trade Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:06:00 -0400 How is globalization affecting the economies of developed and developing nations? What should government, business, and labor do to alleviate the global economic crunch? How is globalization affecting the economies of developed and developing nations? What should government, business, and labor do to alleviate the global economic crunch? info@cceia.org (Randy Charles Epping, Steven Greenhouse, Joanne J. Myers) Randy Charles Epping, Steven Greenhouse, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090422_IwataINT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000318 Environment,Trade Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:28:00 -0400 Kazumasa Iwata, head of the Japanese Cabinet Office's Economic and Social Research Institute, discusses moving towards a low-carbon society, Japan's response to the financial crisis, and in terms of the U.S.-Japan relationship, the growing threat of trade protectionism. Kazumasa Iwata, head of the Japanese Cabinet Office's Economic and Social Research Institute, discusses moving towards a low-carbon society, Japan's response to the financial crisis, and in terms of the U.S.-Japan relationship, the growing threat of trade protectionism. info@cceia.org (Kazumasa Iwata, Devin T. Stewart) Kazumasa Iwata, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090420_Kislyak.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000317 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:50:00 -0400 Russian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kislyak's comprehensive talk includes his thoughts on U.S.-Russia relations, nuclear proliferation, and Russia today. He also gives us the Russian perspective on the conflict with Georgia. Russian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Kislyak's comprehensive talk includes his thoughts on U.S.-Russia relations, nuclear proliferation, and Russia today. He also gives us the Russian perspective on the conflict with Georgia. info@cceia.org (H.E. Mr. Sergey Kislyak) H.E. Mr. Sergey Kislyak] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090417_GEC26.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000316 Aid,Democracy,Development,Poverty Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:30:00 -0400 According to Dambisa Moyo, large foreign aid flows to Africa disenfranchise Africans and prop up corrupt African leaders. If we follow Moyo's advice and cut off aid, what happens to the millions whose survival depends on it? According to Dambisa Moyo, large foreign aid flows to Africa disenfranchise Africans and prop up corrupt African leaders. If we follow Moyo's advice and cut off aid, what happens to the millions whose survival depends on it? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090409_RestoringTrust.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000315 Corporations,Ethics Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:24:00 -0400 This Workshop for Ethics in Business panel analyzes the growing lack of trust in the financial system and how it threatens to keep the global economy in the doldrums. What are the ways to best restore that trust? This Workshop for Ethics in Business panel analyzes the growing lack of trust in the financial system and how it threatens to keep the global economy in the doldrums. What are the ways to best restore that trust? info@cceia.org (Thomas Donaldson, Neal Flieger, Stephen Jordan, Seamus McMahon, Christian Menegatti) Thomas Donaldson, Neal Flieger, Stephen Jordan, Seamus McMahon, Christian Menegatti] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090409_GEC25.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000314 Ethics Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:19:00 -0400 Competition magnifies the importance of choices people make, as penalties for failure and rewards for cheating increase. What would you do if faced with a high pressure choice in an environment which tolerates cheating? Competition magnifies the importance of choices people make, as penalties for failure and rewards for cheating increase. What would you do if faced with a high pressure choice in an environment which tolerates cheating? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090407_Timmermans.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000313 Religion,Education Thu, 09 Apr 2009 11:19:00 -0400 Dutch Minister for European Affairs Frans Timmermans argues that tolerance and the attitude of "live and let live" is no longer enough. He notes that our goal must be integration, which means increasing the interactiveness between communities. Dutch Minister for European Affairs Frans Timmermans argues that tolerance and the attitude of "live and let live" is no longer enough. He notes that our goal must be integration, which means increasing the interactiveness between communities. info@cceia.org (Frans Timmermans) Frans Timmermans] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090407_Bremmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000312 Corporations Thu, 09 Apr 2009 10:28:00 -0400 A fat tail is an event that seems unlikely to occur, but when it does, it causes havoc--like the global financial crisis. What will the next fat tail be? Will it come from Iran? Russia? China? The U.S.? A fat tail is an event that seems unlikely to occur, but when it does, it causes havoc--like the global financial crisis. What will the next fat tail be? Will it come from Iran? Russia? China? The U.S.? info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer) Ian Bremmer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090406_Micklethwait.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000311 Religion Thu, 09 Apr 2009 10:20:00 -0400 John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge argues that God is back as part of politics. On the street and in the corridors of power, religion is surging worldwide. Can religion and modernity thrive together? What impact will the world's rise of faith have in this century? John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge argues that God is back as part of politics. On the street and in the corridors of power, religion is surging worldwide. Can religion and modernity thrive together? What impact will the world's rise of faith have in this century? info@cceia.org (John Micklethwait, Adrian Wooldridge) John Micklethwait, Adrian Wooldridge] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090401_Lukacs_v3.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000309 Peacekeeping,Security,Warfare Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:05:00 -0400 John Lukacs argues that despite the different attitudes Winston Churchill took towards Russia over a 40-year period, there is an amazing consistency to his view of that nation, whether it was Tsarist or Soviet. John Lukacs argues that despite the different attitudes Winston Churchill took towards Russia over a 40-year period, there is an amazing consistency to his view of that nation, whether it was Tsarist or Soviet. info@cceia.org (John Lukacs) John Lukacs] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090402_Moyo.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000310 Aid,Development,Trade,Poverty Mon, 06 Apr 2009 16:13:00 -0400 In the past 50 years, Africa has received more than $1 trillion in development-related aid. Has it improved Africans' lives? No, says Dambisa Moyo. In fact, aid has made the situation much worse. In the past 50 years, Africa has received more than $1 trillion in development-related aid. Has it improved Africans' lives? No, says Dambisa Moyo. In fact, aid has made the situation much worse. info@cceia.org (Dambisa Moyo) Dambisa Moyo] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_David_Grewal_on_Network_Power_LOUDER_LONGER.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000306 Globalization Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:57:00 -0400 To explain how power can be at work in apparently voluntary processes, Grewal introduces the concept of "network power." He argues that this dynamic drives many key aspects of globalization. To explain how power can be at work in apparently voluntary processes, Grewal introduces the concept of "network power." He argues that this dynamic drives many key aspects of globalization. info@cceia.org (David Singh Grewal, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) David Singh Grewal, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090403_GEC24.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000308 Ethics,Democracy Fri, 03 Apr 2009 13:12:00 -0400 How should we reward experts and how much? When the experts fail, should populist outrage be directed at those individuals or the system? How should we reward experts and how much? When the experts fail, should populist outrage be directed at those individuals or the system? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090327_RayKaufman_INTV2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000307 Environment,Energy Thu, 02 Apr 2009 15:38:00 -0400 Evan O'Neil talks with the COO and the U.S. Project Manager of Carbon Trust, an independent company set up by the U.K. government that works with organisations to reduce carbon emissions and develop commercial low carbon technologies. Evan O'Neil talks with the COO and the U.S. Project Manager of Carbon Trust, an independent company set up by the U.K. government that works with organisations to reduce carbon emissions and develop commercial low carbon technologies. info@cceia.org (Michael Rea, Scott Kaufman, Evan O'Neil) Michael Rea, Scott Kaufman, Evan O'Neil] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090325_Nilekani_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000305 Democracy Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:57:00 -0400 Journalist Barbara Crossette talks to Indian software entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani about his book, "Imagining India: The Idea of a Renewed Nation." Their topics include politics, philanthropy, and India's role in the world. Journalist Barbara Crossette talks to Indian software entrepreneur Nandan Nilekani about his book, "Imagining India: The Idea of a Renewed Nation." Their topics include politics, philanthropy, and India's role in the world. info@cceia.org (Nandan Nilekani, Barbara Crossette) Nandan Nilekani, Barbara Crossette] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090327_GEC23.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000304 Democracy,Ethics Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:25:00 -0400 Can public discussion of issues acknowledge gray areas despite being polarized by the media and single issue groups? Can public discussion of issues acknowledge gray areas despite being polarized by the media and single issue groups? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090325_Nilekani.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000303 Education,Globalization,Trade Thu, 26 Mar 2009 14:54:00 -0400 Nandan Nilekani argues that India's recent economic boom has triggered tremendous social, political, and cultural change. He discusses India's challenges and advantages, such as its current "demographic dividend"--a large population of working age. Nandan Nilekani argues that India's recent economic boom has triggered tremendous social, political, and cultural change. He discusses India's challenges and advantages, such as its current "demographic dividend"--a large population of working age. info@cceia.org (Nandan Nilekani) Nandan Nilekani] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090320_GEC22.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000302 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:55:00 -0400 What are the ethics of global sports development? Now that America's favorite pastime has gone global, is baseball watched and played for the love of the game? Or is it just business? What are the ethics of global sports development? Now that America's favorite pastime has gone global, is baseball watched and played for the love of the game? Or is it just business? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090318_PeterSinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000301 Aid,Poverty,Ethics Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:20:00 -0400 It wouldn't take much to rescue those living in extreme poverty, says philosopher Peter Singer. If the top 90 percent of Americans gave at least 1 percent of their income we could reach the Millennium Development Goals. It wouldn't take much to rescue those living in extreme poverty, says philosopher Peter Singer. If the top 90 percent of Americans gave at least 1 percent of their income we could reach the Millennium Development Goals. info@cceia.org (Peter Singer) Peter Singer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090204_ThomasBarnett.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000300 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:08:00 -0400 The 21st century will see the rise of a global middle class for the first time, which is in the U.S. national interest. Military geostrategist Thomas P. M. Barnett says that although we will have to make compromises, we should work to hasten this globalization process. The 21st century will see the rise of a global middle class for the first time, which is in the U.S. national interest. Military geostrategist Thomas P. M. Barnett says that although we will have to make compromises, we should work to hasten this globalization process. info@cceia.org (Thomas P. M. Barnett) Thomas P. M. Barnett] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090313_GEC21.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000299 Trade,Human,Rights Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:49:00 -0400 Do we respect the wishes of anti-Castro Americans, to restrict trade, or the wishes of agriculture and medical sales interests, to open Cuban markets? If we relax restrictions, do we reward repression? What do you think? Do we respect the wishes of anti-Castro Americans, to restrict trade, or the wishes of agriculture and medical sales interests, to open Cuban markets? If we relax restrictions, do we reward repression? What do you think? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090304_Hamburg_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000298 Genocide,Health,Human,Rights,Intervention,Security,Warfare Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:57:00 -0400 David Speedie interviews David Hamburg on the prevention agenda of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and its legacy of preventing interstate conflict, genocide, and threats to global health. David Speedie interviews David Hamburg on the prevention agenda of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and its legacy of preventing interstate conflict, genocide, and threats to global health. info@cceia.org (David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie) David A. Hamburg, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090305_Nakhleh.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000297 Islam,Religion,Security Fri, 06 Mar 2009 16:55:00 -0500 In an informed assessment of the past, present, and future of America's relations with the Muslim world, the CIA's point person on Islam, Emile A. Nakhleh, makes a vigorous case for a renewal of American public diplomacy. In an informed assessment of the past, present, and future of America's relations with the Muslim world, the CIA's point person on Islam, Emile A. Nakhleh, makes a vigorous case for a renewal of American public diplomacy. info@cceia.org (Emile A. Nakhleh, Joanne J. Myers) Emile A. Nakhleh, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090306_GEC20.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000296 Education,Islam,Religion Fri, 06 Mar 2009 13:44:00 -0500 Banning headscarves may violate an individual's right of religious expression and choice. Allowing headscarves may violate a state's commitment to secularism. This short clip on ethics asks: How do we marry public goods and religious imperatives? Banning headscarves may violate an individual's right of religious expression and choice. Allowing headscarves may violate a state's commitment to secularism. This short clip on ethics asks: How do we marry public goods and religious imperatives? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090304_Sachs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000295 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:42:00 -0500 Economist Jeffrey Sachs focuses on the financial crisis, both in the U.S. and worldwide. He concludes that we should look at it as a wakeup call that we were not on a sustainable path, and as an opportunity to invest in the future. Economist Jeffrey Sachs focuses on the financial crisis, both in the U.S. and worldwide. He concludes that we should look at it as a wakeup call that we were not on a sustainable path, and as an opportunity to invest in the future. info@cceia.org (Jeffrey D. Sachs) Jeffrey D. Sachs] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090204_ThomasBarnett.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000294 Globalization,Security,World,Economy Thu, 05 Mar 2009 12:08:00 -0500 Military geostrategist Thomas P. M. Barnett argues that the 21st century will see the rise of a global middle class for the first time, which is in the U.S. national interest. He says that although we will have to make compromises, we should work to hasten this globalization process. Military geostrategist Thomas P. M. Barnett argues that the 21st century will see the rise of a global middle class for the first time, which is in the U.S. national interest. He says that although we will have to make compromises, we should work to hasten this globalization process. info@cceia.org (Thomas P. M. Barnett) Thomas P. M. Barnett] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090216_Florini_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000288 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:15:00 -0500 Ann Florini discusses the difference between "global government" and "global governance," intergovernmental organizations such as the UN, and the role and achievements of civil society and transnational networks, particularly on environmental issues. Ann Florini discusses the difference between "global government" and "global governance," intergovernmental organizations such as the UN, and the role and achievements of civil society and transnational networks, particularly on environmental issues. info@cceia.org (Ann Florini, John Tessitore) Ann Florini, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090227_GEC19.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000293 Ethics,Globalization,World,Economy Tue, 03 Mar 2009 11:52:00 -0500 A Colombian immigrant was recently denied her investor's visa, forcing her to shut down her U.S. company and fire her six employees. Does immigration help or hurt American workers? A Colombian immigrant was recently denied her investor's visa, forcing her to shut down her U.S. company and fire her six employees. Does immigration help or hurt American workers? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090220_GEC18.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000286 Corporations,Ethics,Human,Rights Tue, 03 Mar 2009 10:42:00 -0500 Should foreign companies fudge a commitment to free speech to gain early market access? Is some information better than none, or is censorship a black and white issue? Should foreign companies fudge a commitment to free speech to gain early market access? Is some information better than none, or is censorship a black and white issue? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090226_Lewis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000292 HIV/AIDS Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:59:00 -0500 The UN's response to women's issues has been abysmal, declares Lewis, particularly in dealing with HIV/AIDS. In order to give 52 percent of the world's population the representation they deserve, it's time to create a special UN Women's Agency. The UN's response to women's issues has been abysmal, declares Lewis, particularly in dealing with HIV/AIDS. In order to give 52 percent of the world's population the representation they deserve, it's time to create a special UN Women's Agency. info@cceia.org (Stephen Lewis, Joanne J. Myers) Stephen Lewis, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090224_AnnDismorr.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000291 Europe,European,Union Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:45:00 -0500 Ambassador Ann Dismorr examines Turkey's troubled relations with the EU, its role in the Middle East, its complex relationship with the U.S., and the reforms initiated by the Justice and Development Party. Ambassador Ann Dismorr examines Turkey's troubled relations with the EU, its role in the Middle East, its complex relationship with the U.S., and the reforms initiated by the Justice and Development Party. info@cceia.org (Ann Dismorr, Joanne J. Myers) Ann Dismorr, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090217_Bellamy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000290 Intervention,Genocide,Darfur Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:59:00 -0500 "This is just the beginning of the road for R2P," says Bellamy. "There are a lot of skeptics...but it is a principle that has commanded the support of 192 governments, and that creates a tremendous political impetus." "This is just the beginning of the road for R2P," says Bellamy. "There are a lot of skeptics...but it is a principle that has commanded the support of 192 governments, and that creates a tremendous political impetus." info@cceia.org (Alex J. Bellamy, John Tessitore) Alex J. Bellamy, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090217_Robinson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000289 HIV/AIDS,Human,Rights,Labor,Rights Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:36:00 -0500 Care is not only a moral issue, but also a feminist one, says Robinson, noting that two-thirds of care around the world is done by women, for little or no pay. She also discusses the evolving concept of human security. Care is not only a moral issue, but also a feminist one, says Robinson, noting that two-thirds of care around the world is done by women, for little or no pay. She also discusses the evolving concept of human security. info@cceia.org (Fiona Robinson, John Tessitore) Fiona Robinson, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090219_Munoz.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000287 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:04:00 -0500 In his first-hand account of the brutal Pinochet years and their aftermath, H.E. Mr. Heraldo Muñoz asks, "The agonizing question is: Was Pinochet necessary? Could Chile have reached its present prosperity without him?" In his first-hand account of the brutal Pinochet years and their aftermath, H.E. Mr. Heraldo Muñoz asks, "The agonizing question is: Was Pinochet necessary? Could Chile have reached its present prosperity without him?" info@cceia.org (H.E. Mr. Heraldo Muñoz, Joanne J. Myers) H.E. Mr. Heraldo Muñoz, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090216_Dalby_INT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000285 Environment,Development,Security Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:44:00 -0500 "Peace-building is literally about building now," says Dalby. "It's about constructing buildings that don't need large quantities of energy, both because of climate change and so that they are not dependent on supplies from the other side of the planet." "Peace-building is literally about building now," says Dalby. "It's about constructing buildings that don't need large quantities of energy, both because of climate change and so that they are not dependent on supplies from the other side of the planet." info@cceia.org (Simon Dalby, John Tessitore) Simon Dalby, John Tessitore] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090213_GEC17.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000284 Corporations,Development,Environment,Ethics,Human,Rights Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:44:00 -0500 Less than one percent of the earth's water is consumable, and many parts of the world may be heading toward water bankruptcy. Should private ownership of water rights and delivery systems be encouraged, rejected, or better managed? Less than one percent of the earth's water is consumable, and many parts of the world may be heading toward water bankruptcy. Should private ownership of water rights and delivery systems be encouraged, rejected, or better managed? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090212_RicksInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000283 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:18:00 -0500 Carnegie Council Senior Fellow Jeffrey McCausland talks to Thomas Ricks about his latest book, "The Gamble: General Petraeus and the American Military Adventure in Iraq, 2006-2008." Carnegie Council Senior Fellow Jeffrey McCausland talks to Thomas Ricks about his latest book, "The Gamble: General Petraeus and the American Military Adventure in Iraq, 2006-2008." info@cceia.org (Jeffrey D. McCausland, Thomas E. Ricks) Jeffrey D. McCausland, Thomas E. Ricks] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090212_Rajagopalan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000282 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:33:00 -0500 How do Muslim immigrants to the West adjust to their new lives? Kavitha Rajagopalan follows three families on their journey: a Palestinian family from Jerusalem to London, a Kurdish family from Turkey to Berlin, and a Bangladeshi family to New York City. How do Muslim immigrants to the West adjust to their new lives? Kavitha Rajagopalan follows three families on their journey: a Palestinian family from Jerusalem to London, a Kurdish family from Turkey to Berlin, and a Bangladeshi family to New York City. info@cceia.org (Kavitha Rajagopalan) Kavitha Rajagopalan] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090209_MartinIndyk.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000281 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 09:41:00 -0500 What can the mistakes and missed opportunities of the past teach the new Obama administration about how to go forward with the Arab-Israeli peace process? What can the mistakes and missed opportunities of the past teach the new Obama administration about how to go forward with the Arab-Israeli peace process? info@cceia.org (Martin Indyk, Joanne J. Myers) Martin Indyk, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090212_ThomasRicks.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000280 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:06:00 -0500 Thomas Ricks predicts that the U.S. military presence in Iraq will continue for at least another five to ten years, and that Iraq will change Obama more than Obama will change Iraq. Thomas Ricks predicts that the U.S. military presence in Iraq will continue for at least another five to ten years, and that Iraq will change Obama more than Obama will change Iraq. info@cceia.org (Thomas E. Ricks, Joanne J. Myers) Thomas E. Ricks, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090205_PWSinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000279 Warfare,Terrorism Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:40:00 -0500 Science fiction is fast becoming reality on the battlefield and robotics are already changing the way wars are being fought. How will they affect the politics, economics, laws, and ethics of warfare? Science fiction is fast becoming reality on the battlefield and robotics are already changing the way wars are being fought. How will they affect the politics, economics, laws, and ethics of warfare? info@cceia.org (P. W. Singer) P. W. Singer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090205_GEC16.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000278 Environment,Ethics,Globalization,Labor,Rights,Trade,World,Economy Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:37:00 -0500 While saving jobs is an urgent task in today's economy, promoting "Buy American" policies may hurt our chances of recovering from the recession. This short audio on ethics asks: How can we apply the Golden Rule to our trade and consumption patterns? While saving jobs is an urgent task in today's economy, promoting "Buy American" policies may hurt our chances of recovering from the recession. This short audio on ethics asks: How can we apply the Golden Rule to our trade and consumption patterns? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090108_DanielErikson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000277 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:42:00 -0500 As Castro finally leaves the stage and a new president arrives in Washington, both the Cuban system and U.S.-Cuba relations could be on the brink of a new era. What will happen next? As Castro finally leaves the stage and a new president arrives in Washington, both the Cuban system and U.S.-Cuba relations could be on the brink of a new era. What will happen next? info@cceia.org (Daniel P. Erikson) Daniel P. Erikson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090129_FoutsKing.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000276 Islam Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:26:00 -0500 After a year of exploring digital Islamic communities, Senior Fellows Joshua S. Fouts and Rita J. King present their findings, along with video of their virtual explorations on the diplomatic frontier and a performance by Iranian hip hop artist Yas.  After a year of exploring digital Islamic communities, Senior Fellows Joshua S. Fouts and Rita J. King present their findings, along with video of their virtual explorations on the diplomatic frontier and a performance by Iranian hip hop artist Yas.  info@cceia.org (Joshua S. Fouts, Rita J. King) Joshua S. Fouts, Rita J. King] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090128_Friedman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000274 Empire,Energy,Environment,Globalization,Islam,Oil,Security,Terrorism,Warfare,World,Economy Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:06:00 -0500 George Friedman, founder and CEO of Strategic Forecasting, Inc., asks: What's in store during this new century? Which nations will gain and lose power? How will new technologies change the way we live? He has some predictions that may surprise you. George Friedman, founder and CEO of Strategic Forecasting, Inc., asks: What's in store during this new century? Which nations will gain and lose power? How will new technologies change the way we live? He has some predictions that may surprise you. info@cceia.org (George Friedman) George Friedman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/200901129_GEC15_VirtualWorlds.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000275 Ethics,Globalization Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:49:00 -0500 Virtual reality can be entertaining and educational, but at what point does too much virtual become a vice? Virtual reality can be entertaining and educational, but at what point does too much virtual become a vice? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081216_RosenBremShow.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000273 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:57:00 -0500 Ian Bremmer and Joel Rosenthal discuss the possible risks they see on the horizon for 2009, including the financial crisis, "black swans," security, and Russia, Iran, and Turkey. Ian Bremmer and Joel Rosenthal discuss the possible risks they see on the horizon for 2009, including the financial crisis, "black swans," security, and Russia, Iran, and Turkey. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Joel H. Rosenthal) Ian Bremmer, Joel H. Rosenthal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Jeff_McMahan_on_Proportionality_Fixed.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000272 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:30:00 -0500 Israeli officials insist that their attacks on Gaza were judiciously planned so as to minimize harm to civilians. What role do civilian casualties play in assessing the justice of war? Israeli officials insist that their attacks on Gaza were judiciously planned so as to minimize harm to civilians. What role do civilian casualties play in assessing the justice of war? info@cceia.org (Jeff McMahan, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Jeff McMahan, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090122_GEC14.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000271 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:50:00 -0500 What is true for the individual may not be true for the group, the state, or the international system, and vice versa. Does this suggest that ethics is personal, not institutional or governmental? For you, at what levels does ethical choice live? What is true for the individual may not be true for the group, the state, or the international system, and vice versa. Does this suggest that ethics is personal, not institutional or governmental? For you, at what levels does ethical choice live? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090121_Slaughter.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000270 Darfur,Genocide,Democracy Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:49:00 -0500 Was George W. Bush the true heir of Woodrow Wilson, the architect of liberal internationalism? Was the Iraq War a result of liberal ideas about America's right to promote democracy abroad? Was George W. Bush the true heir of Woodrow Wilson, the architect of liberal internationalism? Was the Iraq War a result of liberal ideas about America's right to promote democracy abroad? info@cceia.org (Anne-Marie Slaughter) Anne-Marie Slaughter] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081205_GEC13.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000269 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0500 This short audio on ethics asks: How can we resolve the financial melt-down and prevent another? Solutions focus on free markets, regulation, or rewards. Perhaps we should balance all three? But how? This short audio on ethics asks: How can we resolve the financial melt-down and prevent another? Solutions focus on free markets, regulation, or rewards. Perhaps we should balance all three? But how? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090113_Goldstein.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000268 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:41:00 -0500 Based on his recently published book "Lessons in Disaster: McGeorge Bundy and the Path to War in Vietnam", Gordon Goldstein tells us how important it is for us to understand why and how American presidents take our country to war. Based on his recently published book "Lessons in Disaster: McGeorge Bundy and the Path to War in Vietnam", Gordon Goldstein tells us how important it is for us to understand why and how American presidents take our country to war. info@cceia.org (Gordon M. Goldstein) Gordon M. Goldstein] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090113_TopRisks.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000267 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:37:00 -0500 What dangers are lurking for 2009? Taking Eurasia Group's list of Top Risks as a starting point, this lively discussion examines the ethical aspects of these issues. What dangers are lurking for 2009? Taking Eurasia Group's list of Top Risks as a starting point, this lively discussion examines the ethical aspects of these issues. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Art Kleiner, Michele Wucker, Thomas Stewart) Ian Bremmer, Art Kleiner, Michele Wucker, Thomas Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20090109_SiddharthKara.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000266 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:51:00 -0500 Drawing on his background in finance and economics, Siddharth Kara investigates the mechanics of the global sex trafficking business and takes stock of its devastating human toll. Drawing on his background in finance and economics, Siddharth Kara investigates the mechanics of the global sex trafficking business and takes stock of its devastating human toll. info@cceia.org (Siddharth Kara) Siddharth Kara] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Bob_Goodin_and_Lina_Eriksson_on_Discretionary_Time_new.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000263 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:05:00 -0500 What does it mean to live well? Robert Goodin and Lina Eriksson discover that income figures don’t tell the whole story. Missing from this picture is the degree of control an individual has over how her time is spent. What does it mean to live well? Robert Goodin and Lina Eriksson discover that income figures don’t tell the whole story. Missing from this picture is the degree of control an individual has over how her time is spent. info@cceia.org (Robert E. Goodin, Lina Eriksson, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Robert E. Goodin, Lina Eriksson, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081205_GEC12.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000264 Education,Health,Poverty Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:28:00 -0500 What criteria do you emphasize when deciding "How is my country doing?" Are you proud of how your country compares with the world? What criteria do you emphasize when deciding "How is my country doing?" Are you proud of how your country compares with the world? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081205_GEC11.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000262 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 01:00:00 -0500 Should we observe Morgenthau's principles--avoid the crusading spirit and heed others' perspectives--or is promoting democracy and taking a forceful stand indispensable to U.S. foreign policy? Should we observe Morgenthau's principles--avoid the crusading spirit and heed others' perspectives--or is promoting democracy and taking a forceful stand indispensable to U.S. foreign policy? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081205_GEC09_Audio2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000260 Ethics,Warfare Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:00:00 -0500 Can intelligent robot soldiers be designed to be more ethical in battle than human soldiers? Would you prefer a robot or a human deciding about the possibility of civilian casualties, about collateral damage? Can intelligent robot soldiers be designed to be more ethical in battle than human soldiers? Would you prefer a robot or a human deciding about the possibility of civilian casualties, about collateral damage? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081204_RobertHunter.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000259 Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:14:00 -0500 The post-Cold War NATO has expanded, both in mission and membership. In each instance, problems have arisen with Russia. What are the lessons to be learned from these stresses, and what are NATO's prospects? The post-Cold War NATO has expanded, both in mission and membership. In each instance, problems have arisen with Russia. What are the lessons to be learned from these stresses, and what are NATO's prospects? info@cceia.org (Robert Hunter, David C. Speedie) Robert Hunter, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081204_SharpsLewis.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000258 Health,Poverty,Education Mon, 08 Dec 2008 15:06:00 -0500 Following the UNDP model, this report uses a Human Development Index that provides a single measure of well-being for all Americans. The disturbing results reveal huge disparities in the health, education, and living standards of different groups across the nation. Following the UNDP model, this report uses a Human Development Index that provides a single measure of well-being for all Americans. The disturbing results reveal huge disparities in the health, education, and living standards of different groups across the nation. info@cceia.org (Sarah Burd-Sharps, Kristen Lewis) Sarah Burd-Sharps, Kristen Lewis] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081205_GEC08.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000257 World,Economy Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:11:00 -0500 This short audio on ethics asks: Will our responses to the financial crisis be constructive, or will panic cloud our judgments? How do you face fear in a time of crisis? This short audio on ethics asks: Will our responses to the financial crisis be constructive, or will panic cloud our judgments? How do you face fear in a time of crisis? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081128_GEC07.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000256 Fri, 05 Dec 2008 16:03:00 -0500 This short audio on ethics asks: Will people associate U.S. power with "global misery" or with the opportunity and pluralism that Obama's victory represents? There is clearly a need to reflect on the future of market capitalism. This short audio on ethics asks: Will people associate U.S. power with "global misery" or with the opportunity and pluralism that Obama's victory represents? There is clearly a need to reflect on the future of market capitalism. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081203_DavidGrewal.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000255 World,Economy Fri, 05 Dec 2008 13:03:00 -0500 How can we understand the dynamics of globalization? Author David Singh Grewal explains that the idea of network power supplies a coherent set of terms and concepts, which are applicable to individuals, businesses, and countries alike. How can we understand the dynamics of globalization? Author David Singh Grewal explains that the idea of network power supplies a coherent set of terms and concepts, which are applicable to individuals, businesses, and countries alike. info@cceia.org (David Singh Grewal) David Singh Grewal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081202_KinsleyEasterly.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000254 Corporations,Development Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:24:00 -0500 Kinsley and Easterly discuss Bill Gates's controversial idea he calls "creative capitalism," in which big corporations integrate doing good into their way of doing business. Kinsley and Easterly discuss Bill Gates's controversial idea he calls "creative capitalism," in which big corporations integrate doing good into their way of doing business. info@cceia.org (Michael Kinsley, William Easterly, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Kinsley, William Easterly, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081202_HealthHuman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000253 Health,Human,Rights Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:29:00 -0500 The international community has begun to consider the "highest attainable standard of health" as a fundamental component of the human rights agenda, alongside related issues of poverty and adequate access to water and sanitation. The international community has begun to consider the "highest attainable standard of health" as a fundamental component of the human rights agenda, alongside related issues of poverty and adequate access to water and sanitation. info@cceia.org (Christian Barry, Meg Boulware, Laura Herman, Maggie M. Kohn, Rohit Malpani, Lisa Oldring) Christian Barry, Meg Boulware, Laura Herman, Maggie M. Kohn, Rohit Malpani, Lisa Oldring] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/per_larry_temkin_on_extending_human_lifespans.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000252 Wed, 03 Dec 2008 14:39:00 -0500 What would a world in which everyone lived beyond 100 be like? Would it really be worth it for us? Temkin believes that we need to take a good hard look at all sides of the question of aging, rather than just blindly hoping for the best. What would a world in which everyone lived beyond 100 be like? Would it really be worth it for us? Temkin believes that we need to take a good hard look at all sides of the question of aging, rather than just blindly hoping for the best. info@cceia.org (Larry S. Temkin, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Larry S. Temkin, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081125_GillesKepel.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000249 Terrorism,Islam Mon, 01 Dec 2008 15:00:00 -0500 The neocons and al-Qaeda have both failed to reach their objectives, says Gilles Kepel. We are now facing one big power in the Middle East: Iran. The neocons and al-Qaeda have both failed to reach their objectives, says Gilles Kepel. We are now facing one big power in the Middle East: Iran. info@cceia.org (Gilles Kepel) Gilles Kepel] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081121_SethKaplan_Interview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000251 Democracy,Development,Poverty Sun, 30 Nov 2008 17:00:00 -0500 Seth Kaplan gives an in-depth look at how weak states can promote and leverage "social cohesion" to help build development from the bottom up. Seth Kaplan gives an in-depth look at how weak states can promote and leverage "social cohesion" to help build development from the bottom up. info@cceia.org (Seth Kaplan, Devin T. Stewart) Seth Kaplan, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081120_NFerguson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000248 World,Economy Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0500 Does the symbiotic relationship between China and America--"Chimerica" as Niall Ferguson calls it--give reason to hope that America's present economic situation will turn out to be not a crash, but a correction? Does the symbiotic relationship between China and America--"Chimerica" as Niall Ferguson calls it--give reason to hope that America's present economic situation will turn out to be not a crash, but a correction? info@cceia.org (Niall Ferguson) Niall Ferguson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081118_LawrenceLessig.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000246 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:35:00 -0500 We are harming our children--and almost anyone who creates, enjoys, or sells any art form--with a restrictive copyright system driven by corporate interests. Lessig reveals the solutions to this impasse offered by a collaborative yet profitable "hybrid economy." We are harming our children--and almost anyone who creates, enjoys, or sells any art form--with a restrictive copyright system driven by corporate interests. Lessig reveals the solutions to this impasse offered by a collaborative yet profitable "hybrid economy." info@cceia.org (Lawrence Lessig) Lawrence Lessig] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081121_GEC06.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000250 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:30:00 -0500 Are ethics primary questions that precede and surround practical leadership? Are ethics primary questions that precede and surround practical leadership? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081117__Chong-PingLin_Interview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000247 Environment,Ethics,Trade,World,Economy Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:42:00 -0500 Dr. Lin discusses Taiwan's current political crisis; relations with China; climate change; the future of democracy in East Asia;  what Obama's presidency may mean for the region; and the surprising "detente" between China and Japan. Dr. Lin discusses Taiwan's current political crisis; relations with China; climate change; the future of democracy in East Asia;  what Obama's presidency may mean for the region; and the surprising "detente" between China and Japan. info@cceia.org (Chong-Pin Lin, Devin T. Stewart) Chong-Pin Lin, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/GEC_ObamaHopeAndChange.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000245 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:16:00 -0500 How will President Obama deal with the hopes and fears of people abroad? Will his priority be the interests of the United States or will the welfare of those beyond America’s borders also count? How will President Obama deal with the hopes and fears of people abroad? Will his priority be the interests of the United States or will the welfare of those beyond America’s borders also count? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/GEC_DisasterReliefAndEthics.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000244 Ethics Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:45:00 -0500 We enter a slippery ethical slope when we begin to make distinctions between victims. When can an individual's rights be set aside? We enter a slippery ethical slope when we begin to make distinctions between victims. When can an individual's rights be set aside? http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081112_RobertKuttner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000243 Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:25:00 -0500 For 30 years, the economic condition of most Americans has become ever more precarious. To change this requires a cogent ideology and politics of a managed, rather than laissez-faire, brand of capitalism, says Robert Kuttner. For 30 years, the economic condition of most Americans has become ever more precarious. To change this requires a cogent ideology and politics of a managed, rather than laissez-faire, brand of capitalism, says Robert Kuttner. info@cceia.org (Robert Kuttner) Robert Kuttner] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081106_GarySick.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000242 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:27:00 -0500 The Bush administration has been toying with the idea of talking to Iran for the last two years. With the arrival of Obama, now the question is not "should we," but how do we go about doing it? The Bush administration has been toying with the idea of talking to Iran for the last two years. With the arrival of Obama, now the question is not "should we," but how do we go about doing it? info@cceia.org (Gary Sick, David C. Speedie) Gary Sick, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081110__ANathan_YChun.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000241 Democracy Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:13:00 -0500 Nathan and Chu report on surveys in five new democracies (Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Mongolia), one established one (Japan), and two nondemocracies (China and Hong Kong). Nathan and Chu report on surveys in five new democracies (Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Mongolia), one established one (Japan), and two nondemocracies (China and Hong Kong). info@cceia.org (Andrew J. Nathan, Yun-han Chu, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew J. Nathan, Yun-han Chu, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081105_RaymondFisman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000240 Ethics Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:56:00 -0500 From the scapegoating of "witches" in Africa, to the pitfalls of speed-dating, to the cultures that foster corruption, Raymond Fisman explores the economics and pyschology behind the choices we make. From the scapegoating of "witches" in Africa, to the pitfalls of speed-dating, to the cultures that foster corruption, Raymond Fisman explores the economics and pyschology behind the choices we make. info@cceia.org (Raymond Fisman) Raymond Fisman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081030_TedSorensenInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000239 Fri, 07 Nov 2008 10:13:00 -0500 "A president who doesn't go to war may show more courage than one who does," said JFK. In a wide-ranging conversation, Sorensen discusses JFK, Cuba, and Vietnam; the 2008 Russia/Georgia conflict; McCain's idea of a League of Nations; and the promise of Obama. "A president who doesn't go to war may show more courage than one who does," said JFK. In a wide-ranging conversation, Sorensen discusses JFK, Cuba, and Vietnam; the 2008 Russia/Georgia conflict; McCain's idea of a League of Nations; and the promise of Obama. info@cceia.org (Ted Sorensen, David C. Speedie) Ted Sorensen, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081103_AndrewBacevich.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000238 Empire Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:48:00 -0500 "As the American appetite for freedom has grown, so too has our penchant for empire," writes expert in history and international relations and former U.S. Army Colonel Andrew Bacevich.   "As the American appetite for freedom has grown, so too has our penchant for empire," writes expert in history and international relations and former U.S. Army Colonel Andrew Bacevich.   info@cceia.org (Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081029_Meyer_BlairBrysac.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000237 Empire Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:37:00 -0500 How did the modern Middle East come about? Who were the British and Americans who shaped this region from the 1882 British invasion of Egypt to today's Iraq War? How did the modern Middle East come about? Who were the British and Americans who shaped this region from the 1882 British invasion of Egypt to today's Iraq War? info@cceia.org (Karl E. Meyer, Shareen Blair Brysac, Joanne J. Myers) Karl E. Meyer, Shareen Blair Brysac, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/GEC_SlowFastFood.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000236 Environment,Globalization Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:45:00 -0500 Is fast food an ethical as well as a dietary issue? Yes, says the slow-food movement whose motto is: good, clean, fair food. Let's look at this claim more closely. Is fast food an ethical as well as a dietary issue? Yes, says the slow-food movement whose motto is: good, clean, fair food. Let's look at this claim more closely. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081024_LaurentCohen-Tanugi.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000235 Globalization Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:36:00 -0500 French intellectual Laurent Cohen-Tanugi argues that economic globalization exists in a complex dialectic with the traditional geopolitics that it has, ironically, helped to revive. French intellectual Laurent Cohen-Tanugi argues that economic globalization exists in a complex dialectic with the traditional geopolitics that it has, ironically, helped to revive. info@cceia.org (Laurent Cohen-Tanugi) Laurent Cohen-Tanugi] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081028_JohnGRuggie.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000234 Human,Rights,Corporations Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:21:00 -0400 UN Special Representative John Ruggie presents his conceptual framework for business and human rights, and his plan to develop practical recommendations for all relevant stakeholders. UN Special Representative John Ruggie presents his conceptual framework for business and human rights, and his plan to develop practical recommendations for all relevant stakeholders. info@cceia.org (John Ruggie) John Ruggie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081014_OksanaAntonenko_Interview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000233 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:01:00 -0400 Russia and Georgia expert Oksana Antonenko discusses the August 2008 conflict in Georgia, the history of the region, and what the future may bring. Russia and Georgia expert Oksana Antonenko discusses the August 2008 conflict in Georgia, the history of the region, and what the future may bring. info@cceia.org (Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie) Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Larry_May_on_Habeas_Corpus.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000232 Human,Rights Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:10:00 -0400 Are habeas corpus petitions, as Barack Obama put it, "the foundation of Anglo-American law"? Or are they just nuisance lawsuits, as John McCain claims? Are habeas corpus petitions, as Barack Obama put it, "the foundation of Anglo-American law"? Or are they just nuisance lawsuits, as John McCain claims? info@cceia.org (Larry May, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Larry May, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081023_TedWidmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000231 Democracy,Ethics,Human,Rights Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:37:00 -0400 Ted Widmer shows that from its beginnings, the United States, for all its shortfalls, has been by far the world’s greatest advocate for freedom.  Ted Widmer shows that from its beginnings, the United States, for all its shortfalls, has been by far the world’s greatest advocate for freedom.  info@cceia.org (Ted Widmer) Ted Widmer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/GEC_ObamavsMcCain.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000230 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:53:00 -0400 The presidential candidates assert that America must renew its global moral authority, but they dance, offering no solutions. Let's take a closer look. The presidential candidates assert that America must renew its global moral authority, but they dance, offering no solutions. Let's take a closer look. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/GEC_USElections.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000228 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:48:00 -0400 Should the opinions of the world be important in American elections? This is a crucial question in applied ethics as we choose a president. Should the opinions of the world be important in American elections? This is a crucial question in applied ethics as we choose a president. http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081003_Web2.0.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000229 Corporations,Ethics Mon, 27 Oct 2008 10:57:00 -0400 This lively panel examines the intersection of Web 2.0 technologies and the effort to hold corporations to account for both the harms and benefits they create. This lively panel examines the intersection of Web 2.0 technologies and the effort to hold corporations to account for both the harms and benefits they create. info@cceia.org (James Farrar, Gerhard Pohl, Emily Polk, Steve A. Rochlin, Devin T. Stewart, Andrew Zolli) James Farrar, Gerhard Pohl, Emily Polk, Steve A. Rochlin, Devin T. Stewart, Andrew Zolli] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081015_MarkANoll01.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000227 Christianity,Diversity,Human,Rights,Religion Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:21:00 -0400 Historian Mark A. Noll argues that the reason Barack Obama's candidacy is such an important matter for the American history of race, religion, and politics goes back to the 1830s. Noll focuses on the political effects of religion intermingling with race from a historical perspective. Historian Mark A. Noll argues that the reason Barack Obama's candidacy is such an important matter for the American history of race, religion, and politics goes back to the 1830s. Noll focuses on the political effects of religion intermingling with race from a historical perspective. info@cceia.org (Mark A. Noll) Mark A. Noll] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081014_OksanaAntonenko.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000226 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 09:39:00 -0400 Georgia and Russia expert Oksana Antonenko and Carnegie Council Senior Fellow David Speedie discuss the history behind the headlines and what the future may bring to this troubled region. Georgia and Russia expert Oksana Antonenko and Carnegie Council Senior Fellow David Speedie discuss the history behind the headlines and what the future may bring to this troubled region. info@cceia.org (Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie) Oksana Antonenko, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081007_JamesTraub.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000225 Democracy,Intervention Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:40:00 -0400 According to James Traub, although Bush bungled his famous Freedom Agenda—that American liberty is dependent on liberty in other lands—the concept still holds true. According to James Traub, although Bush bungled his famous Freedom Agenda—that American liberty is dependent on liberty in other lands—the concept still holds true. info@cceia.org (James Traub, Joanne J. Myers) James Traub, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Leif_Wenar_on_the_Resource_CurseNEW.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000224 Corporations,Energy,Human,Rights,Trade Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:19:00 -0400 There is a powerful case that corporations and countries that buy natural resources from bad actors in developing countries are violating the property rights of the people of those countries. There is a powerful case that corporations and countries that buy natural resources from bad actors in developing countries are violating the property rights of the people of those countries. info@cceia.org (Leif Wenar, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Leif Wenar, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20081002_JosephSNye.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000223 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:14:00 -0400 In an era when mistrust of leaders are on the rise, our ideas about leadership are clearly due for redefinition. What qualities make a leader succeed in business or in politics? To what standards should we hold our leaders? In an era when mistrust of leaders are on the rise, our ideas about leadership are clearly due for redefinition. What qualities make a leader succeed in business or in politics? To what standards should we hold our leaders? info@cceia.org (Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Joanne J. Myers) Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080930_greenjobs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000222 Energy,Environment,Labor,Rights,World,Economy Mon, 06 Oct 2008 09:55:00 -0400 A panel including Peter Poschen, International Labour Organization and Michael Renner, Worldwatch Institute, discuss the new report "Green Jobs: Towards Decent Work in a Sustainable, Low-Carbon World." A panel including Peter Poschen, International Labour Organization and Michael Renner, Worldwatch Institute, discuss the new report "Green Jobs: Towards Decent Work in a Sustainable, Low-Carbon World." info@cceia.org (Heather Grady, Norine Kennedy, Jill Kubit, Peter Poschen, Michael Renner, Devin T. Stewart, Sean Sweeney) Heather Grady, Norine Kennedy, Jill Kubit, Peter Poschen, Michael Renner, Devin T. Stewart, Sean Sweeney] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080923_MichaelDoyle_HaroldKoh.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000221 Terrorism,Warfare Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:12:00 -0400 Is the Bush Doctrine of aggressive preventive action a justified and legal recourse against threats posed by terrorists and rogue states? Does the United States have the right to defend itself by striking first, or must it wait until an attack is in progress? Is the Bush Doctrine of aggressive preventive action a justified and legal recourse against threats posed by terrorists and rogue states? Does the United States have the right to defend itself by striking first, or must it wait until an attack is in progress? info@cceia.org (Michael W. Doyle, Harold H. Koh, Joanne J. Myers) Michael W. Doyle, Harold H. Koh, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080917_PhilipBobbitt.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000220 Terrorism Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:30:00 -0400 The world is in the midst of a great transition from nation states to "market states", says Philip Bobbitt, and consequently almost every widely-held idea we currently have about 21st century terrorism is wrong. The world is in the midst of a great transition from nation states to "market states", says Philip Bobbitt, and consequently almost every widely-held idea we currently have about 21st century terrorism is wrong. info@cceia.org (Philip Bobbitt, Joanne J. Myers) Philip Bobbitt, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_Jessica_Wolfendale_on_Torture_Lite.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000219 Torture Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:48:00 -0400 We now know that the U.S. officially sanctions and regularly employs interrogation tactics that push legal and moral boundaries. In this episode, Jessica Wolfendale sits down with Christian Barry to determine where those boundaries lie. We now know that the U.S. officially sanctions and regularly employs interrogation tactics that push legal and moral boundaries. In this episode, Jessica Wolfendale sits down with Christian Barry to determine where those boundaries lie. info@cceia.org (Jessica Wolfendale, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Jessica Wolfendale, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080910_BingWest.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000218 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:02:00 -0400 There has been a fundamental disconnect between the Bush Administration and the reality in Iraq, says Bing West, but nevertheless, the U.S. army has managed to turn things around. There has been a fundamental disconnect between the Bush Administration and the reality in Iraq, says Bing West, but nevertheless, the U.S. army has managed to turn things around. info@cceia.org (Bing West, Joanne J. Myers) Bing West, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/2004527_WalterMead.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000217 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 05:34:00 -0400 "We are creating new and ever more dangerous problems for ourselves simply by doing what it is that we like to do," says Walter Russell Mead, "And the idea that more capitalism necessarily creates more stability in the world is an illusion...." We must get our foreign policy back on track. "We are creating new and ever more dangerous problems for ourselves simply by doing what it is that we like to do," says Walter Russell Mead, "And the idea that more capitalism necessarily creates more stability in the world is an illusion...." We must get our foreign policy back on track. info@cceia.org (Walter Russell Mead) Walter Russell Mead] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/PER_newThomas_Pogge_on_Pharmaceutical_Innovation.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000216 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:06:00 -0400 Thomas Pogge explains his proposal for dealing with the thorny intersection of public health, property rights, and poverty. As he sees it, the patent system doesn't work as well for medicines as it does for, say, consumer electronics. Thomas Pogge explains his proposal for dealing with the thorny intersection of public health, property rights, and poverty. As he sees it, the patent system doesn't work as well for medicines as it does for, say, consumer electronics. info@cceia.org (Thomas Pogge, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson) Thomas Pogge, Christian Barry, Matt Peterson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040519_FrancisFukuyama.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000215 Empire Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:04:00 -0400 According to Fukuyama in this 2004 talk, we know less than we think we do about building political institutions, designing constitutions, and bolstering civil society in failed or weak states. According to Fukuyama in this 2004 talk, we know less than we think we do about building political institutions, designing constitutions, and bolstering civil society in failed or weak states. info@cceia.org (Francis Fukuyama, Joanne J. Myers) Francis Fukuyama, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080728_JackMatlock.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000214 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:12:00 -0400 Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews former U.S. ambassador Jack Matlock on U.S. relations with Russia: how they evolved, current policy problems, and what is needed to get back on the right track. Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews former U.S. ambassador Jack Matlock on U.S. relations with Russia: how they evolved, current policy problems, and what is needed to get back on the right track. info@cceia.org (Jack F. Matlock, David C. Speedie) Jack F. Matlock, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20030227_CharlesKupchan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000213 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:20:00 -0400 In a 2003 talk, international relations authority Charles Kupchan argues that America ignores Europe at its own peril. In a 2003 talk, international relations authority Charles Kupchan argues that America ignores Europe at its own peril. info@cceia.org (Charles A. Kupchan, Joanne J. Myers) Charles A. Kupchan, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080728_InterviewEisenhower.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000212 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:01:00 -0400 Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower and USSR and Russian specialist, about Russia's current place in the world and its relations with other countries. Senior Fellow David Speedie interviews Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower and USSR and Russian specialist, about Russia's current place in the world and its relations with other countries. info@cceia.org (Susan Eisenhower, David C. Speedie) Susan Eisenhower, David C. Speedie] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080722_JeffHittner.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000211 Corporations Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:49:00 -0400 Jeff Hittner, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leader for the IBM Global Business Services, gives examples of how CSR is not a company expense or philanthropic effort, but an investment that can yield returns. Jeff Hittner, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leader for the IBM Global Business Services, gives examples of how CSR is not a company expense or philanthropic effort, but an investment that can yield returns. info@cceia.org (Jeffrey Hittner, Devin T. Stewart) Jeffrey Hittner, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040616_JamesChace.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000210 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:45:00 -0400 In this 2004 talk, historian James Chace (1931-2004) looks back at the 1912 presidential elections and their effect on U.S. foreign policy. In this 2004 talk, historian James Chace (1931-2004) looks back at the 1912 presidential elections and their effect on U.S. foreign policy. info@cceia.org (James Chace) James Chace] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080701_RiseOfTheRest.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000209 Energy,Oil Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:30:00 -0400 From economic growth to cultural exports, the global distribution of power is shifting from "the West" to the rest of the world. This panel addresses the effects of this emerging new reality, many of which are already underway.    From economic growth to cultural exports, the global distribution of power is shifting from "the West" to the rest of the world. This panel addresses the effects of this emerging new reality, many of which are already underway.    info@cceia.org (Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Harry Harding, Flynt Leverett, David C. Speedie, Devin T. Stewart) Nikolas K. Gvosdev, Harry Harding, Flynt Leverett, David C. Speedie, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080624_Interview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000208 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:15:00 -0400 Michael Zielenziger discusses Japan's hikikomori, bright young people who opt to live as shut-ins because they don't fit in a society of high conformity and low entrepreneurship. Michael Zielenziger discusses Japan's hikikomori, bright young people who opt to live as shut-ins because they don't fit in a society of high conformity and low entrepreneurship. info@cceia.org (Michael Zielenziger, Devin T. Stewart) Michael Zielenziger, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080626_Uehiro.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000207 Torture Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:35:00 -0400 "Understanding the relationship between values and authority helps us to understand the prohibition of torture and why it can and should be upheld as absolute," says David Rodin.   "Understanding the relationship between values and authority helps us to understand the prohibition of torture and why it can and should be upheld as absolute," says David Rodin.   info@cceia.org (David Rodin, David Luban) David Rodin, David Luban] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080617_MarwanMuasher.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000206 Islam Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:42:00 -0400 "To be a moderate in the Arab world today," says Jordanian diplomat Marwan Muasher, "is to be a very, very tiny minority." The reason is that all the Arab Center's energies have been focused on the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. "To be a moderate in the Arab world today," says Jordanian diplomat Marwan Muasher, "is to be a very, very tiny minority." The reason is that all the Arab Center's energies have been focused on the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. info@cceia.org (Marwan Muasher) Marwan Muasher] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080612_LarryBurns.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000205 Energy,Oil Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:02:00 -0400 General Motors' Larry Burns envisions the future: Electric cars that will deliver today's freedoms at more reasonable prices, and without today's environmental, safety, and congestion problems. General Motors' Larry Burns envisions the future: Electric cars that will deliver today's freedoms at more reasonable prices, and without today's environmental, safety, and congestion problems. info@cceia.org (Larry Burns, Devin T. Stewart) Larry Burns, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080611_DavidDenoon.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000204 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:10:00 -0400 David Denoon argues that although China's rise has received much attention, much less has been given to the relative decline of the Pacific Rim states or the rapid rise of India's economic and strategic position. David Denoon argues that although China's rise has received much attention, much less has been given to the relative decline of the Pacific Rim states or the rapid rise of India's economic and strategic position. info@cceia.org (David Denoon) David Denoon] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080604_MarshallGoldman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000203 Energy,Oil Mon, 09 Jun 2008 16:47:00 -0400 "'What is good for Gazprom is good for the world!' This emphatic claim by a prominent Russian energy official lies at the core of Marshall Goldman's timely and sobering new study of Moscow's petroleum industry." - Norman M. Naimark, Stanford University "'What is good for Gazprom is good for the world!' This emphatic claim by a prominent Russian energy official lies at the core of Marshall Goldman's timely and sobering new study of Moscow's petroleum industry." - Norman M. Naimark, Stanford University info@cceia.org (Marshall I. Goldman) Marshall I. Goldman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080603_AhmedRashid.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000202 Terrorism Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:56:00 -0400 "Almost every single important extremist leader is living on the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan," says Ahmed Rashid. Compared to this threat, Iraq is a sideshow. "Almost every single important extremist leader is living on the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan," says Ahmed Rashid. Compared to this threat, Iraq is a sideshow. info@cceia.org (Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers) Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080521_GeoffreyHeal.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000201 Corporations Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:17:00 -0400 Geoffrey Heal examines how social and environmental performance affects a corporation's profitability and how the stock market reacts to a firm's behavior in these areas. Geoffrey Heal examines how social and environmental performance affects a corporation's profitability and how the stock market reacts to a firm's behavior in these areas. info@cceia.org (Geoffrey Heal) Geoffrey Heal] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080516_BeijingOlympics.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000200 Democracy Tue, 27 May 2008 13:23:00 -0400 This expert panel focuses on the ethics of engagement with China in the context of the Olympics. What lasting positive or negative effects, if any, will the games have on China? This expert panel focuses on the ethics of engagement with China in the context of the Olympics. What lasting positive or negative effects, if any, will the games have on China? info@cceia.org (Ian Buruma, Robert L. Corcoran, Thomas Crampton, Qi Qianjin, Minky Worden, Devin T. Stewart) Ian Buruma, Robert L. Corcoran, Thomas Crampton, Qi Qianjin, Minky Worden, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080519_SirLawrenceFreedman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000199 Islam,Oil Tue, 20 May 2008 11:01:00 -0400 Looking back over the last 30 years, historian Sir Lawrence Freedman analyzes the complex politics of the Middle East. He shows how America's policy choices in previous crises have led to the current dilemmas. Looking back over the last 30 years, historian Sir Lawrence Freedman analyzes the complex politics of the Middle East. He shows how America's policy choices in previous crises have led to the current dilemmas. info@cceia.org (Sir Lawrence Freedman, Joanne J. Myers) Sir Lawrence Freedman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080514_MichaelKlare.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000198 Oil Mon, 19 May 2008 09:31:00 -0400 Michael Klare, an expert on the politics of energy and resources, discusses how the world's diminishing sources of energy are radically changing the international balance of power. Michael Klare, an expert on the politics of energy and resources, discusses how the world's diminishing sources of energy are radically changing the international balance of power. info@cceia.org (Michael T. Klare) Michael T. Klare] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/2008512_KimberlyDozier.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000197 Wed, 14 May 2008 15:15:00 -0400 Kimberly Dozier, a veteran Middle East journalist who was critically wounded in a Baghdad bomb blast, talks about the difficulties of reporting from Iraq. It's dangerous, it's expensive, and people don't want to hear it. Kimberly Dozier, a veteran Middle East journalist who was critically wounded in a Baghdad bomb blast, talks about the difficulties of reporting from Iraq. It's dangerous, it's expensive, and people don't want to hear it. info@cceia.org (Kimberly Dozier) Kimberly Dozier] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080507_NoahFeldma.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000196 Islam Tue, 13 May 2008 14:51:00 -0400 In the West the idea of governance by Sharia law is radioactive, says Noah Feldman, yet for many in the Muslim world it represents their aspirations for rule of law. Can Islamic States succeed? In the West the idea of governance by Sharia law is radioactive, says Noah Feldman, yet for many in the Muslim world it represents their aspirations for rule of law. Can Islamic States succeed? info@cceia.org (Noah Feldman) Noah Feldman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080429_AshrafGhani.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000195 Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:40:00 -0400 Drawing on his background at the World Bank and as the first post-Taliban finance minister of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani (and co-author Clare Lockhart) develops a comprehensive framework for understanding the problem of state-building. Drawing on his background at the World Bank and as the first post-Taliban finance minister of Afghanistan, Ashraf Ghani (and co-author Clare Lockhart) develops a comprehensive framework for understanding the problem of state-building. info@cceia.org (Ashraf Ghani, Joanne J. Myers) Ashraf Ghani, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/2008.04.22_QuilLawrence_EDIT.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000194 Oil Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:27:00 -0400 Quil Lawrence tells the story of the Kurds, the only Iraqi ethnic group that want the Americans to stay. Divided among Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria and numbering 25 million, the Kurds are the largest ethnic group without their own nation. Quil Lawrence tells the story of the Kurds, the only Iraqi ethnic group that want the Americans to stay. Divided among Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria and numbering 25 million, the Kurds are the largest ethnic group without their own nation. info@cceia.org (Quil Lawrence, Joanne J. Myers) Quil Lawrence, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080416_ParagKhanna.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000193 Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:34:00 -0400 Americans ask, "Why do they hate us? Is this country pro or anti-American?" But what Khanna finds as he travels the world is that increasingly, many just don't care about the United States. Countries are going their own way and making multiple alliances. Americans ask, "Why do they hate us? Is this country pro or anti-American?" But what Khanna finds as he travels the world is that increasingly, many just don't care about the United States. Countries are going their own way and making multiple alliances. info@cceia.org (Parag Khanna) Parag Khanna] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/CC_2008.04.09_Sorman_EDIT_NEW.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000192 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 08:46:00 -0400 "There are not six million Tibetans in China," says Sorman. "There are one billion." If the many Chinese who are not beneficiaries of economic development could express themselves, they would say the same things as the Tibetans. "There are not six million Tibetans in China," says Sorman. "There are one billion." If the many Chinese who are not beneficiaries of economic development could express themselves, they would say the same things as the Tibetans. info@cceia.org (Guy Sorman, Joanne J. Myers) Guy Sorman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080403_Cyberethics.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000191 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:10:00 -0400 A panel of experts on old and new media, ranging from newspapers to blogs and Second Life, explore the codes of online conduct that are emerging as new media gains more influence in political and business affairs. A panel of experts on old and new media, ranging from newspapers to blogs and Second Life, explore the codes of online conduct that are emerging as new media gains more influence in political and business affairs. info@cceia.org (Steven C. Clemons, Michael Getler, Rita J. King, Jay Rosen, Alex Koppelman, Devin T. Stewart) Steven C. Clemons, Michael Getler, Rita J. King, Jay Rosen, Alex Koppelman, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/CC_20080404_Krugman_EDIT_NEW.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000190 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 16:35:00 -0400 How can we reclaim the relationship between America's government and its citizens? What will it take to achieve a "new" New Deal? How can we reclaim the relationship between America's government and its citizens? What will it take to achieve a "new" New Deal? info@cceia.org (Paul Krugman, Joanne J. Myers) Paul Krugman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080401_OlafurGrimsson_.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000189 Environment,Energy,Security Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:16:00 -0400 H.E. Dr. Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, President of Iceland, discusses how Iceland has successfully reduced its use of oil and coal, and how the fate of nations large and small is being affected by climate change. H.E. Dr. Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, President of Iceland, discusses how Iceland has successfully reduced its use of oil and coal, and how the fate of nations large and small is being affected by climate change. info@cceia.org (H.E. Dr. Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, President of Iceland) H.E. Dr. Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, President of Iceland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080307_HermanTomitova.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000188 Development Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:00:00 -0400 Barry Herman, Lydia Tomitova, and Jonathan Shafter of the joint Carnegie Council–New School Ethics and Debt Project present the new book, Dealing Fairly with Developing Country Debt. Barry Herman, Lydia Tomitova, and Jonathan Shafter of the joint Carnegie Council–New School Ethics and Debt Project present the new book, Dealing Fairly with Developing Country Debt. info@cceia.org (Barry Herman, Lydia Tomitova, Jonathan Shafter) Barry Herman, Lydia Tomitova, Jonathan Shafter] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080221_finBernardHaykel.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000187 Islam Fri, 28 Mar 2008 20:00:00 -0400 Bernard Haykel sheds light on the inner workings of Saudi Arabia, from the relationship between the government and various Islamic groups, to the position of women and the Kingdom's relationship with the U.S. Bernard Haykel sheds light on the inner workings of Saudi Arabia, from the relationship between the government and various Islamic groups, to the position of women and the Kingdom's relationship with the U.S. info@cceia.org (Bernard Haykel) Bernard Haykel] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080319_RomanoSchwebel.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000186 Justice Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:00:00 -0400 Who are the judges that sit on the International Court of Justice; what are the issues and challenges they face; and what is their approach to international law? Who are the judges that sit on the International Court of Justice; what are the issues and challenges they face; and what is their approach to international law? info@cceia.org (Cesare P. R. Romano, Stephen M. Schwebel, Daniel Terris, Joanne J. Myers) Cesare P. R. Romano, Stephen M. Schwebel, Daniel Terris, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080313_DariusRejali.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000185 Torture,Human,Rights Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:30:00 -0400 In his exhaustive study, Darius Rejali traces the history of torture through the ages. He concludes that most "clean" tortures that leave no marks were actually born in democracies, especially imperial Britain and France. In his exhaustive study, Darius Rejali traces the history of torture through the ages. He concludes that most "clean" tortures that leave no marks were actually born in democracies, especially imperial Britain and France. info@cceia.org (Darius Rejali, Joanne J. Myers) Darius Rejali, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080317_RobinWright.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000184 Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:21:00 -0400 What are the ideas and movements driving change in Iraq, Iran, Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, the Gulf States and the Palestinian territories, and what are the obstacles they confront? What are the ideas and movements driving change in Iraq, Iran, Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Morocco, the Gulf States and the Palestinian territories, and what are the obstacles they confront? info@cceia.org (Robin Wright, Joanne J. Myers) Robin Wright, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080306_JanEgeland2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000183 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:34:00 -0400 From the tsunami to Darfur, Jan Egeland has been at the frontline of many humanitarian crises, and he calls on rich nations to do more to help. From the tsunami to Darfur, Jan Egeland has been at the frontline of many humanitarian crises, and he calls on rich nations to do more to help. info@cceia.org (Jan Egeland, Joanne J. Myers) Jan Egeland, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080219_LopezMcNamara.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000182 Terrorism Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 George Lopez gives an overview of effective, multilateral counter-terrorism measures, and as an illustration, Ambassador McNamara analyzes how Libya went from rogue state to member of the Security Council. George Lopez gives an overview of effective, multilateral counter-terrorism measures, and as an illustration, Ambassador McNamara analyzes how Libya went from rogue state to member of the Security Council. info@cceia.org (George A. Lopez, Thomas E. McNamara, Joanne J. Myers) George A. Lopez, Thomas E. McNamara, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080212_EdwardLincoln.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000181 Fri, 07 Mar 2008 11:42:00 -0500 Foreign trade policy can be an agent for political change and stronger international economic ties increase global stability, says Edward Lincoln. Foreign trade policy can be an agent for political change and stronger international economic ties increase global stability, says Edward Lincoln. info@cceia.org (Edward J. Lincoln, Sam Natapoff, Devin T. Stewart) Edward J. Lincoln, Sam Natapoff, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080228_KishoreMahbubani.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000180 Fri, 29 Feb 2008 12:03:00 -0500 Kishore Mahbubani argues that the Western dominance is waning and Asia has adopted many Western best practices, from meritocracy to free-market economics. Therefore it's high time that the West gives up its domination of global institutions, from the IMF to the UN Security Council. Kishore Mahbubani argues that the Western dominance is waning and Asia has adopted many Western best practices, from meritocracy to free-market economics. Therefore it's high time that the West gives up its domination of global institutions, from the IMF to the UN Security Council. info@cceia.org (Kishore Mahbubani) Kishore Mahbubani] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080214_MartinEvans.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000179 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:15:00 -0500 Nearly 50 years after its bloody and protracted war of independence, why has Algeria become a breeding ground for instability, violence, and Islamic terrorism? Nearly 50 years after its bloody and protracted war of independence, why has Algeria become a breeding ground for instability, violence, and Islamic terrorism? info@cceia.org (Martin Evans, Joanne J. Myers) Martin Evans, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080206_DiamondPuddington.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000178 Democracy Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:23:00 -0500 Freedom House representatives and Larry Diamond discuss the findings of the FH annual survey, "Freedom in the World 2008," which shines a light on the decline in freedom around the world. Freedom House representatives and Larry Diamond discuss the findings of the FH annual survey, "Freedom in the World 2008," which shines a light on the decline in freedom around the world. info@cceia.org (Peter Ackerman, Larry Diamond, Arch Puddington, Jennifer L. Windsor, Joanne J. Myers) Peter Ackerman, Larry Diamond, Arch Puddington, Jennifer L. Windsor, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080129_NolandWucker2.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000177 Education,Globalization Tue, 05 Feb 2008 09:50:00 -0500 One strategy to improve the economies of the Middle East would be to reverse the brain drain, a development that contributed to the high tech sector in Taiwan and India. Marcus Noland and Michelle Wucker discuss whether public policies can contribute to this process. One strategy to improve the economies of the Middle East would be to reverse the brain drain, a development that contributed to the high tech sector in Taiwan and India. Marcus Noland and Michelle Wucker discuss whether public policies can contribute to this process. info@cceia.org (Marcus Noland, Michele Wucker, Devin T. Stewart) Marcus Noland, Michele Wucker, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080131_MokhtarLamani.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000176 Mon, 04 Feb 2008 11:48:00 -0500 Appointed by the Arab League as Special Envoy to Iraq, Mohktar Lamani spent a year in Baghdad's dangerous Red Zone trying to bring about peace between Shiites, Sunnis, Kurds, and Christians. Appointed by the Arab League as Special Envoy to Iraq, Mohktar Lamani spent a year in Baghdad's dangerous Red Zone trying to bring about peace between Shiites, Sunnis, Kurds, and Christians. info@cceia.org (Mokhtar Lamani, Joanne J. Myers) Mokhtar Lamani, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080123_BillBradley.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000175 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 What will it take to make America a better and stronger country? Politicians need to begin by telling the American people some hard truths, says Bill Bradley. What will it take to make America a better and stronger country? Politicians need to begin by telling the American people some hard truths, says Bill Bradley. info@cceia.org (Bill Bradley, Joanne J. Myers) Bill Bradley, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20041207_JeanMarieGuehenno.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000174 Peacekeeping,Genocide,Warfare Fri, 18 Jan 2008 08:17:00 -0500 The demand for UN peacekeeping troops has risen at an unprecedented rate, says Guehenno, Under-Secretary General for UN Peacekeeping Operations. This presents enormous challenges, such as mobilizing troops and resources. The demand for UN peacekeeping troops has risen at an unprecedented rate, says Guehenno, Under-Secretary General for UN Peacekeeping Operations. This presents enormous challenges, such as mobilizing troops and resources. info@cceia.org (Jean-Marie Guehenno, Joanne J. Myers) Jean-Marie Guehenno, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050419_AlanWolfe.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000173 Democracy,Empire,Ethics Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:26:00 -0500 In 2000, why did both the Democratic Party and the Republican Party turn inwards, rejecting candidates Bradley and McCain who each represented ideals of national greatness? Wolfe explores American history to find out. In 2000, why did both the Democratic Party and the Republican Party turn inwards, rejecting candidates Bradley and McCain who each represented ideals of national greatness? Wolfe explores American history to find out. info@cceia.org (Alan Wolfe, Joanne J. Myers) Alan Wolfe, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20080107_PaulCollier.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000172 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:14:00 -0500 The plight of the bottom billion is often viewed by ordinary citizens in the West as an issue too remote--and too intractable--to be solved. In reality, however, this is far from the truth. What can and should we do to improve the situation? The plight of the bottom billion is often viewed by ordinary citizens in the West as an issue too remote--and too intractable--to be solved. In reality, however, this is far from the truth. What can and should we do to improve the situation? info@cceia.org (Paul Collier, Joanne J. Myers) Paul Collier, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071210_SrgjanKerim.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000171 Thu, 03 Jan 2008 03:54:00 -0500 What are the immediate challenges being addressed by the 62nd Session of the General Assembly? And how can the UN transform shared values into individual commitment and collective action? What are the immediate challenges being addressed by the 62nd Session of the General Assembly? And how can the UN transform shared values into individual commitment and collective action? info@cceia.org (Srgjan Kerim, Joanne J. Myers) Srgjan Kerim, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071010_KevinGallagher.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000155 Thu, 20 Dec 2007 08:29:00 -0500 Kevin Gallagher finds that Mexico's post-NAFTA experience of foreign direct investment in its information technology sector, particularly in the Guadalajara region, did not result in the expected benefits. Kevin Gallagher finds that Mexico's post-NAFTA experience of foreign direct investment in its information technology sector, particularly in the Guadalajara region, did not result in the expected benefits. info@cceia.org (Kevin Gallagher) Kevin Gallagher] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070919_BrianLevy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000149 Development,Poverty Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Brian Levy discusses the dilemmas of addressing corruption in the context of development work, since the World Bank's primary mission is poverty reduction. New community-driven funding projects produce quality infrastructure and put developing countries more in the driver's seat. Brian Levy discusses the dilemmas of addressing corruption in the context of development work, since the World Bank's primary mission is poverty reduction. New community-driven funding projects produce quality infrastructure and put developing countries more in the driver's seat. info@cceia.org (Brian Levy) Brian Levy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071102_MarkFulton3.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000165 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:48:00 -0500 Bringing capital into play is the pragmatic and profitable response to climate change, says Mark Fulton of Deutsche Asset Management. Governments are creating a price for carbon, explicitly through emissions trading and implicitly through taxes, subsidies, and standards. Bringing capital into play is the pragmatic and profitable response to climate change, says Mark Fulton of Deutsche Asset Management. Governments are creating a price for carbon, explicitly through emissions trading and implicitly through taxes, subsidies, and standards. info@cceia.org (Mark Fulton) Mark Fulton] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071102_ChrisKelly.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000163 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Christopher Kelly explains how business leaders launched the Great Barrier Reef Foundation to coordinate scientific research and protect the ecosystem. Gradually a megacommunity formed around the foundation, uniting government, industry, and civil society. Christopher Kelly explains how business leaders launched the Great Barrier Reef Foundation to coordinate scientific research and protect the ecosystem. Gradually a megacommunity formed around the foundation, uniting government, industry, and civil society. info@cceia.org (Christopher Kelly) Christopher Kelly] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071102_NikhilChandavarkar.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000164 Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Nikhil Chandavarkar of the UN says Developed countries focus on mitigation and absolute emissions levels, whereas developing countries cite their low per capita emissions and their need for adaptation, technology, and finance. Negotiators must reconcile these concerns to craft a fair successor agreement to the Kyoto Protocol. Nikhil Chandavarkar of the UN says Developed countries focus on mitigation and absolute emissions levels, whereas developing countries cite their low per capita emissions and their need for adaptation, technology, and finance. Negotiators must reconcile these concerns to craft a fair successor agreement to the Kyoto Protocol. info@cceia.org (Nikhil Chandavarkar) Nikhil Chandavarkar] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071212_AhmedRashid.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000170 Democracy,Terrorism Fri, 14 Dec 2007 12:32:00 -0500 Created as a Muslim state 60 years ago this August, Pakistan is in crisis, wrestling with Draconian laws, the conflict between secularism and Islam, and an increasing terrorist threat. Ahmed Rashid, author of "Taliban," analyses the situation. Created as a Muslim state 60 years ago this August, Pakistan is in crisis, wrestling with Draconian laws, the conflict between secularism and Islam, and an increasing terrorist threat. Ahmed Rashid, author of "Taliban," analyses the situation. info@cceia.org (Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers) Ahmed Rashid, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071210_SusanAronson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000169 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Is trade the best tool to achieve human rights objectives? Which human rights and for whom? Do trade agreements enhance or undermine the process? Susan Aaronson explores these questions and offers recommendations. Is trade the best tool to achieve human rights objectives? Which human rights and for whom? Do trade agreements enhance or undermine the process? Susan Aaronson explores these questions and offers recommendations. info@cceia.org (Susan Aaronson) Susan Aaronson] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071128_MichaelConroy.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000167 Corporations Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:58:00 -0500 Michael Conroy discusses how certification systems, market campaigns, and champions within corporations are driving a major shift in global corporate accountability on social and environmental issues. Michael Conroy discusses how certification systems, market campaigns, and champions within corporations are driving a major shift in global corporate accountability on social and environmental issues. info@cceia.org (Michael E. Conroy) Michael E. Conroy] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071206_GarrettGraff.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000168 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:21:00 -0500 The Web has shaken up campaigning, says Garrett Graff. Will candidates seize the moment and run the first campaign of the new era, or will they run the last one all over again? The Web has shaken up campaigning, says Garrett Graff. Will candidates seize the moment and run the first campaign of the new era, or will they run the last one all over again? info@cceia.org (Garrett M. Graff, Joanne J. Myers) Garrett M. Graff, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071024_DanielAltman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000157 World,Economy Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Altman stayed awake for 24 hours tuned to the wire services to study the global economy. He discusses the growing clout of emerging economies, the business advantages and liabilities of China's looser ethical standards, and the dwindling national allegiances of global corporations. Altman stayed awake for 24 hours tuned to the wire services to study the global economy. He discusses the growing clout of emerging economies, the business advantages and liabilities of China's looser ethical standards, and the dwindling national allegiances of global corporations. info@cceia.org (Daniel Altman) Daniel Altman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071129_MatthewLevitt.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000166 Terrorism,Security Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:36:00 -0500 Levitt discusses the behind-the-scenes work that Treasury is doing to cut off funds for terrorism, with particular focus on Iran. Levitt discusses the behind-the-scenes work that Treasury is doing to cut off funds for terrorism, with particular focus on Iran. info@cceia.org (Matthew Levitt) Matthew Levitt] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071005_ScottBarrett.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000154 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 12:51:00 -0500 Deflecting asteroids, eradicating polio, coordinating international time, mitigating climate change--Scott Barrett explains the different incentives and actors needed to supply these global public goods, where everyone benefits and none can be excluded. Deflecting asteroids, eradicating polio, coordinating international time, mitigating climate change--Scott Barrett explains the different incentives and actors needed to supply these global public goods, where everyone benefits and none can be excluded. info@cceia.org (Scott Barrett) Scott Barrett] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071107_ShashiTharoor.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000160 Wed, 07 Nov 2007 12:46:00 -0500 Diversity, says Shashi Tharoor, is the very essence and strength of India, the world's largest democracy. Rather than a melting pot, it is more like an Indian "thali," with each dish separate but combining in the mouth to make a harmonious whole. Diversity, says Shashi Tharoor, is the very essence and strength of India, the world's largest democracy. Rather than a melting pot, it is more like an Indian "thali," with each dish separate but combining in the mouth to make a harmonious whole. info@cceia.org (Shashi Tharoor) Shashi Tharoor] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071101_RichardfRhodes.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000159 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 11:03:00 -0400 Richard Rhodes says that it's time to finish the work that Reagan and Gorbachev began and get rid of all the nuclear weapons in the world. And led by George Shultz, a group of Reagan-era hawks have a step-by-step proposal on how to do it. Richard Rhodes says that it's time to finish the work that Reagan and Gorbachev began and get rid of all the nuclear weapons in the world. And led by George Shultz, a group of Reagan-era hawks have a step-by-step proposal on how to do it. info@cceia.org (Richard Rhodes) Richard Rhodes] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071031_WalterMead.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000158 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 08:46:00 -0400 Walter Russell Mead wittily explains how the individualistic faiths of Britain and America lent themselves so well to the creation of the modern economic and political order. Walter Russell Mead wittily explains how the individualistic faiths of Britain and America lent themselves so well to the creation of the modern economic and political order. info@cceia.org (Walter Russell Mead) Walter Russell Mead] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071017_JohnBowe.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000156 Wed, 17 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0400 Does labor abuse and outright slavery still exist in the United States? Yes, says author and journalist John Bowe, who travels from Florida to U.S.-owned Saipan to investigate modern global slave labor. Does labor abuse and outright slavery still exist in the United States? Yes, says author and journalist John Bowe, who travels from Florida to U.S.-owned Saipan to investigate modern global slave labor. info@cceia.org (John Bowe) John Bowe] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071011_GaryWills.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000153 Christianity,Religion Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:00:00 -0400 Garry Wills says that the U.S. separation of church and state both unleashed evangelical feelings and tempered them with reason and rationality. "Putting together the head and the heart is not easy, but we have been most successful as a country when that has happened." Garry Wills says that the U.S. separation of church and state both unleashed evangelical feelings and tempered them with reason and rationality. "Putting together the head and the heart is not easy, but we have been most successful as a country when that has happened." info@cceia.org (Garry Wills) Garry Wills] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20071010_RobertReich.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000152 Democracy,Globalization,World,Economy Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:05:00 -0400 While supercapitalism is working well to enlarge the economy, why, asks Robert Reich, is its influence making democracy less and less effective? While supercapitalism is working well to enlarge the economy, why, asks Robert Reich, is its influence making democracy less and less effective? info@cceia.org (Robert B. Reich, Joanne J. Myers) Robert B. Reich, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050503_HughPope.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000151 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 10:40:00 -0400 Hugh Pope discusses the past, present, and future of the Turkic world, which stretches from Central Asia to Turkey. His topics include oil, trade, and the question of Turkey and the EU. Hugh Pope discusses the past, present, and future of the Turkic world, which stretches from Central Asia to Turkey. His topics include oil, trade, and the question of Turkey and the EU. info@cceia.org (Hugh Pope) Hugh Pope] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070926_MarkLilla.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000150 Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 Mark Lilla notes that "it's not contemporary Islam that's the exception", but, "we are the exception. We live on the other shore from those who see political theology as the only way of life, and we need to drop the illusion that we share a common vocabulary." Mark Lilla notes that "it's not contemporary Islam that's the exception", but, "we are the exception. We live on the other shore from those who see political theology as the only way of life, and we need to drop the illusion that we share a common vocabulary." info@cceia.org (Mark Lilla) Mark Lilla] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070920_MichaelLindsay.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000145 Christianity Thu, 20 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0400 D. Michael Lindsay says that evangelicals have become the new internationalists working at both policy and grassroot levels for more American engagement abroad. How does this affect America and the rest of the world? D. Michael Lindsay says that evangelicals have become the new internationalists working at both policy and grassroot levels for more American engagement abroad. How does this affect America and the rest of the world? info@cceia.org (D. Michael Lindsay) D. Michael Lindsay] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070917_RobertKaplan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000144 Wed, 19 Sep 2007 05:30:00 -0400 As a nation's economic power increases it naturally steps up its military power, says Kaplan, since it has more interests to protect. So it is not surprising that we are seeing the military rise of China and to a lesser extent, India. Inevitably, we are moving towards a multipolar world. As a nation's economic power increases it naturally steps up its military power, says Kaplan, since it has more interests to protect. So it is not surprising that we are seeing the military rise of China and to a lesser extent, India. Inevitably, we are moving towards a multipolar world. info@cceia.org (Robert D. Kaplan, Joanne J. Myers) Robert D. Kaplan, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050113_NoahFeldman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000143 Thu, 13 Sep 2007 06:40:00 -0400 Feldman, a constitutional expert and Arabic-speaker sent to Iraq by the Bush administration, argues that U.S. intervention in Iraq amounts to a moral promise, and unless asked to leave, we are morally bound to stay until a legitimately elected government can govern effectively. Feldman, a constitutional expert and Arabic-speaker sent to Iraq by the Bush administration, argues that U.S. intervention in Iraq amounts to a moral promise, and unless asked to leave, we are morally bound to stay until a legitimately elected government can govern effectively. info@cceia.org (Noah Feldman, Joanne J. Myers) Noah Feldman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070910_PhilippeLegrain.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000142 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 07:02:00 -0400 It's inevitable that more and more people will move across borders, says Philippe Legrain, and rather than put obstacles in their way, we should welcome them. They do the jobs we can't or won't do and their diversity enriches us all. It's inevitable that more and more people will move across borders, says Philippe Legrain, and rather than put obstacles in their way, we should welcome them. They do the jobs we can't or won't do and their diversity enriches us all. info@cceia.org (Philippe Legrain, Joanne J. Myers) Philippe Legrain, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070907_CassSunstein.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000140 Fri, 07 Sep 2007 10:34:00 -0400 The internet offers us unprecedented access to information. Yet it also allows us to block out diverse ideas, selecting only articles and blogs that reinforce our existing opinions. What does this mean for democracy? The internet offers us unprecedented access to information. Yet it also allows us to block out diverse ideas, selecting only articles and blogs that reinforce our existing opinions. What does this mean for democracy? info@cceia.org (Cass R. Sunstein) Cass R. Sunstein] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070905_TonyLang.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000141 Wed, 05 Sep 2007 10:31:00 -0400 Anthony F. Lang, Jr. explores what rules can and cannot do in the war on terrorism, pointing toward a possible world order that emphasizes constitutionalism as a way to reorder international security. Anthony F. Lang, Jr. explores what rules can and cannot do in the war on terrorism, pointing toward a possible world order that emphasizes constitutionalism as a way to reorder international security. info@cceia.org (Anthony F. Lang, Jr.) Anthony F. Lang, Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20030129_RomeoDallaire.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000138 Intervention Fri, 31 Aug 2007 06:28:00 -0400 Dallaire recalls the agony of not being able to take action to halt the Rwandan genocide because he lacked the requisite authority as well as manpower and equipment. In essence, he lacked the support of the international community. Dallaire recalls the agony of not being able to take action to halt the Rwandan genocide because he lacked the requisite authority as well as manpower and equipment. In essence, he lacked the support of the international community. info@cceia.org (Lt. Gen. Romeo A. Dallaire, Joanne J. Myers) Lt. Gen. Romeo A. Dallaire, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050127_SebastianMallaby.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000139 Aid,Development,World,Economy Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:35:00 -0400 Mallaby says he is somewhat pessimistic about the World Bank's chances of survival, pointing out that its loan portfolio has been declining in response to NGO pressures. Mallaby says he is somewhat pessimistic about the World Bank's chances of survival, pointing out that its loan portfolio has been declining in response to NGO pressures. info@cceia.org (Sebastian Mallaby, Joanne J. Myers) Sebastian Mallaby, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050209_PWSinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000137 Warfare Mon, 27 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0400 The ever-growing number of child soldiers across the globe is one of the world's most under-reported stories. "There are an estimated 300,000 child soldiers right now serving as active combatants and another half-million who are serving in armed forces not at war," says Singer. The ever-growing number of child soldiers across the globe is one of the world's most under-reported stories. "There are an estimated 300,000 child soldiers right now serving as active combatants and another half-million who are serving in armed forces not at war," says Singer. info@cceia.org (P. W. Singer, Joanne J. Myers) P. W. Singer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040602_ThomasLippman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000136 Oil,Islam Thu, 23 Aug 2007 04:58:00 -0400 Veteran Middle East correspondent Thomas Lippman traces the history of the U.S.-Saudi relationship and discusses its current state post 9/11. Veteran Middle East correspondent Thomas Lippman traces the history of the U.S.-Saudi relationship and discusses its current state post 9/11. info@cceia.org (Thomas W. Lippman, Joanne J. Myers) Thomas W. Lippman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040413_JosephNye.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000135 Security,Terrorism Mon, 20 Aug 2007 06:17:00 -0400 Hard power alone cannot deal with terrorism successfully, says Nye. We must use a combination of hard and soft power. Hard power alone cannot deal with terrorism successfully, says Nye. We must use a combination of hard and soft power. info@cceia.org (Joseph S. Nye, Jr.) Joseph S. Nye, Jr.] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040422_GustaveSpeth.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000134 Environment Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:19:00 -0400 Environment lawyer James Speth recommends steps towards sustainability ranging from creating a world environmental organization with the power to make treaties with teeth, to encouraging innovative measures at the local level--what he calls "green jazz." Environment lawyer James Speth recommends steps towards sustainability ranging from creating a world environmental organization with the power to make treaties with teeth, to encouraging innovative measures at the local level--what he calls "green jazz." info@cceia.org (James Gustave Speth) James Gustave Speth] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050119_BjornLomborg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000123 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 11:38:00 -0400 According to Lomborg, the $50 billion that will be spent on development assistance over the next four years ought to be focused on realistic goals such as ending malnutrition and communicable diseases--not on reducing global warming. According to Lomborg, the $50 billion that will be spent on development assistance over the next four years ought to be focused on realistic goals such as ending malnutrition and communicable diseases--not on reducing global warming. info@cceia.org (Bjorn Lomborg, Joanne J. Myers) Bjorn Lomborg, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070731KojiWatanabe.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000131 Thu, 09 Aug 2007 07:49:00 -0400 Ambassador Koji Watanabe of the Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE) discusses the dynamics of the trilateral Japan-US-China relationship, which is emerging as a key force shaping the stability and governance of Asia. Ambassador Koji Watanabe of the Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE) discusses the dynamics of the trilateral Japan-US-China relationship, which is emerging as a key force shaping the stability and governance of Asia. info@cceia.org (Koji Watanabe, Devin T. Stewart) Koji Watanabe, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050614_LarryDiamond.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000130 Mon, 06 Aug 2007 07:01:00 -0400 Soon after a 2005 visit to Iraq, Larry Diamond, a specialist in democracy development, reflects sadly on how we have allowed the situation "to slip into a state of severe insecurity, stalemate, and economic disarray." Soon after a 2005 visit to Iraq, Larry Diamond, a specialist in democracy development, reflects sadly on how we have allowed the situation "to slip into a state of severe insecurity, stalemate, and economic disarray." info@cceia.org (Larry Diamond, Joanne J. Myers) Larry Diamond, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050608_EasterlyStiglitzWeinstein.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000129 Thu, 02 Aug 2007 08:07:00 -0400 William Easterly, Joseph Stiglitz and Michael Weinstein discuss the main features of globalization, asking what is new, what drives the process, how it changes politics, and how it affects global institutions like the UN. William Easterly, Joseph Stiglitz and Michael Weinstein discuss the main features of globalization, asking what is new, what drives the process, how it changes politics, and how it affects global institutions like the UN. info@cceia.org (William Easterly, Joseph E. Stiglitz, Michael M. Weinstein, Joanne J. Myers) William Easterly, Joseph E. Stiglitz, Michael M. Weinstein, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20041116_GrahamAllison.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000128 Terrorism,Security Mon, 30 Jul 2007 06:07:00 -0400 Graham Allison, nuclear security expert, gives a sobering assessment on why a nuclear attack on U.S. soil is inevitable unless we take immediate, well-concerted measures. Graham Allison, nuclear security expert, gives a sobering assessment on why a nuclear attack on U.S. soil is inevitable unless we take immediate, well-concerted measures. info@cceia.org (Graham Allison) Graham Allison] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050302_KishoreMahbuni.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000127 Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:36:00 -0400 In this 2005 talk, Mahbubani observes that much of the world is disappointed with America's leadership, and yet would like it to take the lead in creating a stable world order. But can America revive the kind of leadership necessary to do this? In this 2005 talk, Mahbubani observes that much of the world is disappointed with America's leadership, and yet would like it to take the lead in creating a stable world order. But can America revive the kind of leadership necessary to do this? info@cceia.org (Kishore Mahbubani, Joanne J. Myers) Kishore Mahbubani, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20040325_ZbigniewBrzezinski.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000126 Security Tue, 24 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 To prevail in the war on terrorism and other looming geo-strategic crises, says Brzezinski in this 2004 speech, America needs serious allies, not just "coalitions of the willing." To prevail in the war on terrorism and other looming geo-strategic crises, says Brzezinski in this 2004 speech, America needs serious allies, not just "coalitions of the willing." info@cceia.org (Zbigniew Brzezinski, Joanne J. Myers) Zbigniew Brzezinski, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050330_JeffreySachs.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000125 Aid,Development,Poverty,World,Economy Thu, 19 Jul 2007 07:17:00 -0400 In this 2005 talk, Jeffrey Sachs, Director of the New Millennium Project, proposes ways to end extreme poverty on the entire planet by 2025. In this 2005 talk, Jeffrey Sachs, Director of the New Millennium Project, proposes ways to end extreme poverty on the entire planet by 2025. info@cceia.org (Jeffrey D. Sachs) Jeffrey D. Sachs] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20011119_PeterBergen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000122 Mon, 16 Jul 2007 06:03:00 -0400 Who is bin Laden? What drives him? Peter Bergen is one of the few Westerners who has interviewed bin Laden face to face. In this November 2001 talk, he gives valuable insights into what makes bin Laden tick. Who is bin Laden? What drives him? Peter Bergen is one of the few Westerners who has interviewed bin Laden face to face. In this November 2001 talk, he gives valuable insights into what makes bin Laden tick. info@cceia.org (Peter Bergen) Peter Bergen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070711_FedericoMacaranas.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000124 Poverty Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:54:00 -0400 Dr. Federico Macaranas uses the exodus of Philippine health professionals as a case study to show the ill effects of the brain drain on poor countries. Dr. Federico Macaranas uses the exodus of Philippine health professionals as a case study to show the ill effects of the brain drain on poor countries. info@cceia.org (Federico Macaranas) Federico Macaranas] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050512_AndrewBacevich.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000121 Tue, 10 Jul 2007 10:15:00 -0400 In this 2005 talk, Bacevich argues that military force has increasingly become the preferred instrument of American foreign policy, a process that began not with 9/11, but with the end of the Cold War. In this 2005 talk, Bacevich argues that military force has increasingly become the preferred instrument of American foreign policy, a process that began not with 9/11, but with the end of the Cold War. info@cceia.org (Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew J. Bacevich, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070626_NikolasGvosdev.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000119 Energy,Environment,Security Tue, 26 Jun 2007 09:25:00 -0400 Nikolas K. Gvosdev examines the declining effectiveness of the G8 summits and the U.S.-Russian politics of climate change and missile defense that played out at this year's meeting. Nikolas K. Gvosdev examines the declining effectiveness of the G8 summits and the U.S.-Russian politics of climate change and missile defense that played out at this year's meeting. info@cceia.org (Nikolas K. Gvosdev) Nikolas K. Gvosdev] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070626_AnatolLieven.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000120 Energy Tue, 26 Jun 2007 07:40:00 -0400 Lieven explores the increasing complexity of US-EU-Russian relations due to energy interdependence, stalled eastward expansion of the EU, and the overall diminished power of the West, the delicate balance making it more difficult to resolve issues in places like Kosovo and South Ossetia. Lieven explores the increasing complexity of US-EU-Russian relations due to energy interdependence, stalled eastward expansion of the EU, and the overall diminished power of the West, the delicate balance making it more difficult to resolve issues in places like Kosovo and South Ossetia. info@cceia.org (Anatol Lieven) Anatol Lieven] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070620_JohnAltenburg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000118 Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:23:00 -0400 While military commissions may be a useful policy option in the current war against international terrorism, they cannot negate the most fundamental rights in which Americans believe. Is there a viable solution? While military commissions may be a useful policy option in the current war against international terrorism, they cannot negate the most fundamental rights in which Americans believe. Is there a viable solution? info@cceia.org (Major General John D. Altenburg (U.S. Army ret.), Joanne J. Myers) Major General John D. Altenburg (U.S. Army ret.), Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070619_NormanPearlstine.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000117 Tue, 19 Jun 2007 13:30:00 -0400 Norman Pearlstine gives the scoop on Time Inc.'s role in the Scooter Libby/Valerie Plame case. He supports creating federal shield laws so that reporters can protect their sources. Norman Pearlstine gives the scoop on Time Inc.'s role in the Scooter Libby/Valerie Plame case. He supports creating federal shield laws so that reporters can protect their sources. info@cceia.org (Norman Pearlstine, Joanne J. Myers) Norman Pearlstine, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070612_JackMarr.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000116 Tue, 12 Jun 2007 10:10:00 -0400 Jack Marr, Adjunct Professor at New York University's Shanghai Center and long-time China observer, comments on some of the ethical implications of China's economic rise. Jack Marr, Adjunct Professor at New York University's Shanghai Center and long-time China observer, comments on some of the ethical implications of China's economic rise. info@cceia.org (Jack Marr, Devin T. Stewart) Jack Marr, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070605_AllanRock.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000115 Tue, 05 Jun 2007 05:28:00 -0400 Why isn't the government of Sri Lanka more effective in protecting its children from being recruited as child soldiers? Why isn't the government of Sri Lanka more effective in protecting its children from being recruited as child soldiers? info@cceia.org (Allan Rock, Joanne J. Myers) Allan Rock, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070530_GregRaymond.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000114 Empire Wed, 30 May 2007 06:36:00 -0400 Drawing parallels between today's situation in Iraq and the wars of ancient Greece and Persia, Raymond shows how a great power's hubris can lead to its nemesis. Drawing parallels between today's situation in Iraq and the wars of ancient Greece and Persia, Raymond shows how a great power's hubris can lead to its nemesis. info@cceia.org (Gregory A. Raymond) Gregory A. Raymond] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070523_MichaelOppenheimer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000113 Wed, 23 May 2007 13:43:00 -0400 Michael Oppenheimer of Princeton explains climate change and discusses ways to deal with this mounting crisis. A self-described optimist, he believes that we can change our behavior and prevent complete catastrophe. Michael Oppenheimer of Princeton explains climate change and discusses ways to deal with this mounting crisis. A self-described optimist, he believes that we can change our behavior and prevent complete catastrophe. info@cceia.org (Michael Oppenheimer) Michael Oppenheimer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070515_KohutStokes.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000112 Tue, 15 May 2007 12:20:00 -0400 Once America was considered the champion of democracy, but now we are seen as a militant hyperpower. Why has the world turned against America and what can we do about it? Once America was considered the champion of democracy, but now we are seen as a militant hyperpower. Why has the world turned against America and what can we do about it? info@cceia.org (Andrew Kohut, Bruce Stokes, Joanne J. Myers) Andrew Kohut, Bruce Stokes, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070510_RobertHormatsFINAL.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000111 Thu, 10 May 2007 12:13:00 -0400 Hormats compares the fiscal policies made in previous American wars to those of the current administration and argues that today's decisions place America's future at risk. Hormats compares the fiscal policies made in previous American wars to those of the current administration and argues that today's decisions place America's future at risk. info@cceia.org (Robert Hormats, Joanne J. Myers) Robert Hormats, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070503_MarthaNussbaum.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000110 Democracy Thu, 03 May 2007 12:50:00 -0400 "If we really want to understand the impact of religious nationalism on democratic values, India currently provides a troubling example, and one without which any more general understanding of the phenomenon is dangerously incomplete." "If we really want to understand the impact of religious nationalism on democratic values, India currently provides a troubling example, and one without which any more general understanding of the phenomenon is dangerously incomplete." info@cceia.org (Martha Nussbaum, Joanne J. Myers) Martha Nussbaum, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070424_SariNusseibeh.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000109 Tue, 24 Apr 2007 08:45:00 -0400 In spite of the hatred and frustration on the surface, Palestinian activist and scholar Sari Nusseibeh optimistically believes that deep down there is readiness on the part of both Israelis and Palestinians to make peace. In spite of the hatred and frustration on the surface, Palestinian activist and scholar Sari Nusseibeh optimistically believes that deep down there is readiness on the part of both Israelis and Palestinians to make peace. info@cceia.org (Sari Nusseibeh, Joanne J. Myers) Sari Nusseibeh, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070416_MarcusNolandInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000108 Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:22:00 -0400 Devin Stewart interviews Marcus Noland about his forthcoming book, "The Arab Economies in a Changing World." Devin Stewart interviews Marcus Noland about his forthcoming book, "The Arab Economies in a Changing World." info@cceia.org (Marcus Noland, Devin T. Stewart) Marcus Noland, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070416_MarcusNoland.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000107 Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:51:00 -0400 In the mid-1990s as many as one million North Koreans died in one of the worst famines of the twentieth century, and another great famine may be on its way, warns North Korea expert Marcus Noland. In the mid-1990s as many as one million North Koreans died in one of the worst famines of the twentieth century, and another great famine may be on its way, warns North Korea expert Marcus Noland. info@cceia.org (Marcus Noland) Marcus Noland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070412_JillShankleman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000106 Thu, 12 Apr 2007 13:52:00 -0400 What do Western oil companies need to do to sustain both profits and peace? What do Western oil companies need to do to sustain both profits and peace? info@cceia.org (Jill Shankleman, Joanne J. Myers) Jill Shankleman, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070411_AliAllawi.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000105 Wed, 11 Apr 2007 08:43:00 -0400 Ali A. Allawi, until recently a senior minister in the Iraqi government, discusses the Iraq crisis. How did it get to this point, and what will be the longterm repercussions on Iraq and the rest of the world? Ali A. Allawi, until recently a senior minister in the Iraqi government, discusses the Iraq crisis. How did it get to this point, and what will be the longterm repercussions on Iraq and the rest of the world? info@cceia.org (Ali A. Allawi, Joanne J. Myers) Ali A. Allawi, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/04052007_SusanShirk.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000104 Thu, 05 Apr 2007 13:15:00 -0400 The more developed and prosperous China becomes, the more threatened its leaders feel. What are the internal issues that create this insecurity? The more developed and prosperous China becomes, the more threatened its leaders feel. What are the internal issues that create this insecurity? info@cceia.org (Susan L. Shirk, Joanne J. Myers) Susan L. Shirk, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20041208_TRReid.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000103 Europe,European,Union Tue, 27 Mar 2007 08:23:00 -0400 T. R. Reid discusses the state of European integration and argues that Americans are not aware of the extent to which the EU has turned into a major global player, especially in trade matters. T. R. Reid discusses the state of European integration and argues that Americans are not aware of the extent to which the EU has turned into a major global player, especially in trade matters. info@cceia.org (T. R. Reid, Joanne J. Myers) T. R. Reid, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070322_JoanneBauer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000102 Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:56:00 -0400 This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. info@cceia.org (Joanne Bauer) Joanne Bauer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070322_DavidSchilling.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000101 Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:25:00 -0400 This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. info@cceia.org (David M. Schilling) David M. Schilling] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070322_ChristineBader.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000100 Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:13:00 -0400 This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. This talk was part of the event "Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights: Policies and Practices," cosponsored by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the Carnegie Council. info@cceia.org (Christine Bader) Christine Bader] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070307_KennethRoth.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000099 Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:00:00 -0500 With Washington's reputation as a leader on human rights gravely damaged by abuses committed in its five-year-old "global war on terror," who will fill the vacuum? With Washington's reputation as a leader on human rights gravely damaged by abuses committed in its five-year-old "global war on terror," who will fill the vacuum? info@cceia.org (Kenneth Roth) Kenneth Roth] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070301_PaulBarrett.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000098 Islam Thu, 01 Mar 2007 09:00:00 -0500 Over six million Muslims of different backgrounds live in the United States, and for the most part, says Paul Barrett, they are highly assimilated. But in certain areas this group has very different views of the world, and we need to understand their complexity. Over six million Muslims of different backgrounds live in the United States, and for the most part, says Paul Barrett, they are highly assimilated. But in certain areas this group has very different views of the world, and we need to understand their complexity. info@cceia.org (Paul M. Barrett) Paul M. Barrett] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070221_MargaretMacMillan.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000096 Wed, 21 Feb 2007 11:22:00 -0500 How did this momentous meeting between two leaders lay the foundations for the complex and difficult relationship between China and the United States that we see today? How did this momentous meeting between two leaders lay the foundations for the complex and difficult relationship between China and the United States that we see today? info@cceia.org (Margaret MacMillan, Joanne J. Myers) Margaret MacMillan, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070212_SimonChesterman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000095 Mon, 12 Feb 2007 12:18:00 -0500 What are the political factors and challenges that will shape the new Secretary-General? What are the political factors and challenges that will shape the new Secretary-General? info@cceia.org (Simon Chesterman, James Traub, Joanne J. Myers) Simon Chesterman, James Traub, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070206_GernotErler.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000090 Mon, 05 Feb 2007 13:33:00 -0500 As demand continues to grow, Gernot Erler asks, can Europe persuade Russia to guarantee its future energy needs? As demand continues to grow, Gernot Erler asks, can Europe persuade Russia to guarantee its future energy needs? info@cceia.org (Gernot Erler) Gernot Erler] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070201_EdwardLuce.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000089 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:00:00 -0500 Edward Luce argues that despite problems such as poverty and corruption, India is undergoing an extraordinary transformation, emerging as an economic powerhouse and an important geopolitical force. Edward Luce argues that despite problems such as poverty and corruption, India is undergoing an extraordinary transformation, emerging as an economic powerhouse and an important geopolitical force. info@cceia.org (Edward Luce) Edward Luce] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070124_RupertSmithInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000094 Terrorism Wed, 24 Jan 2007 07:04:00 -0500 "War no longer exists," says General Smith. "Confrontation, conflicts, and combat certainly do." He discusses the difference between these terms--too often used interchangeably--and the challenges we face in using force to our best advantage. "War no longer exists," says General Smith. "Confrontation, conflicts, and combat certainly do." He discusses the difference between these terms--too often used interchangeably--and the challenges we face in using force to our best advantage. info@cceia.org (General Sir Rupert Smith, Jeffrey D. McCausland) General Sir Rupert Smith, Jeffrey D. McCausland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070124_RupertSmith.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000088 Terrorism Wed, 24 Jan 2007 06:54:00 -0500 Why do we use military force to solve our political problems? And how is it that our armies can win battles but fail to solve these problems? Why do we use military force to solve our political problems? And how is it that our armies can win battles but fail to solve these problems? info@cceia.org (General Sir Rupert Smith, Joanne J. Myers) General Sir Rupert Smith, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070118_MichaelOren.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000087 Thu, 18 Jan 2007 13:07:00 -0500 What are the roots of America's Middle East involvement today? And what impact did American statesmen, merchants, and missionaries have on the shaping of this region? What are the roots of America's Middle East involvement today? And what impact did American statesmen, merchants, and missionaries have on the shaping of this region? info@cceia.org (Michael B. Oren, Joanne J. Myers) Michael B. Oren, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20070111_JohnTaylor.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000084 Terrorism,Security Thu, 11 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0500 Coordinating global financial policy in the age of terror requires skill, leadership, and cooperation. What steps did the U.S. government take to freeze terrorist assets worldwide, plan the financial reconstruction of Afghanistan, and oversee the development of a new currency in Iraq? Coordinating global financial policy in the age of terror requires skill, leadership, and cooperation. What steps did the U.S. government take to freeze terrorist assets worldwide, plan the financial reconstruction of Afghanistan, and oversee the development of a new currency in Iraq? info@cceia.org (John B. Taylor) John B. Taylor] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061207_DavidShinn.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000080 Human,Rights,Oil Thu, 07 Dec 2006 11:59:00 -0500 David Shinn describes the background, perceived values, and current diplomatic and human rights issues surrounding the growing economic relationships between China and African nations. David Shinn describes the background, perceived values, and current diplomatic and human rights issues surrounding the growing economic relationships between China and African nations. info@cceia.org (David Shinn) David Shinn] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061207_ChristianBarry.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000073 World,Economy,Human,Rights,Justice,Labor,Rights Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:02:00 -0500 Christian Barry sketches a theoretical framework for what an account of fair trade would look like and suggests what progressive governments might do to ensure that human rights--as far as labor standards are concerned--are fulfilled worldwide. Christian Barry sketches a theoretical framework for what an account of fair trade would look like and suggests what progressive governments might do to ensure that human rights--as far as labor standards are concerned--are fulfilled worldwide. info@cceia.org (Christian Barry) Christian Barry] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061207_AndrewKuper.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000072 World,Economy,Justice,Human,Rights Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:01:00 -0500 Andrew Kuper discusses non-state actors as part of a new balance of powers. Kuper offers alternative methods--through demonstration rather than remonstration--for dealing with problems associated with international trade. Andrew Kuper discusses non-state actors as part of a new balance of powers. Kuper offers alternative methods--through demonstration rather than remonstration--for dealing with problems associated with international trade. info@cceia.org (Andrew Kuper) Andrew Kuper] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061207_EdwardLincoln.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000071 World,Economy,Globalization,Justice Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Edward Lincoln traces and assesses trends that have made economics more important since the 1960s and the forces in business, technology, and government that have driven those trends. He also offers suggestions on how economics can advance foreign policy goals. Edward Lincoln traces and assesses trends that have made economics more important since the 1960s and the forces in business, technology, and government that have driven those trends. He also offers suggestions on how economics can advance foreign policy goals. info@cceia.org (Edward J. Lincoln) Edward J. Lincoln] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061207_DavidRodin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000097 Ethics Thu, 07 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Rodin discusses how private businesses can reconcile the tensions between the stake-holder approach and the shareholder approach. Rodin discusses how private businesses can reconcile the tensions between the stake-holder approach and the shareholder approach. info@cceia.org (David Rodin) David Rodin] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/2006125_JosephCirincione.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000070 Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Joseph Cirincione talks on the threat of nuclear proliferation, which is one of the major challenges we face today. How can we in the United States respond most efficiently, without compromising our values and vital interests? Joseph Cirincione talks on the threat of nuclear proliferation, which is one of the major challenges we face today. How can we in the United States respond most efficiently, without compromising our values and vital interests? info@cceia.org (Joseph Cirincione) Joseph Cirincione] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061205_JosephCirincioneInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000093 Tue, 05 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Joseph Cirincione discusses the tricky mix of force, sanctions, threats, incentives, and diplomacy required to deal with the growing nuclear threats from Iran and North Korea. Joseph Cirincione discusses the tricky mix of force, sanctions, threats, incentives, and diplomacy required to deal with the growing nuclear threats from Iran and North Korea. info@cceia.org (Joseph Cirincione, Jeffrey D. McCausland) Joseph Cirincione, Jeffrey D. McCausland] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061120_IanBuruma.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000069 Islam,Religion Mon, 20 Nov 2006 07:43:00 -0500 Ian Buruma explores what happens when political Islam collides with a secular Western European nation. Ian Buruma explores what happens when political Islam collides with a secular Western European nation. info@cceia.org (Ian Buruma) Ian Buruma] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061116_YoramPeri.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000068 Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 In Israel's political system, the military was once the servant of civilian politicians. Today, however, Yoram Peri argues, generals lead the way when it comes to foreign and defense policymaking. In Israel's political system, the military was once the servant of civilian politicians. Today, however, Yoram Peri argues, generals lead the way when it comes to foreign and defense policymaking. info@cceia.org (Yoram Peri, Joanne J. Myers) Yoram Peri, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061115_JamesTraub-retry.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000067 Wed, 15 Nov 2006 11:00:00 -0500 Why was Kofi Annan's tenure at the UN so controversial? Listen to James Traub's analysis of the troubled relationship between the UN and the world's only superpower. Why was Kofi Annan's tenure at the UN so controversial? Listen to James Traub's analysis of the troubled relationship between the UN and the world's only superpower. info@cceia.org (James Traub, Joanne J. Myers) James Traub, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061102_AlbertoMora.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000092 Torture Thu, 02 Nov 2006 08:56:00 -0500 Former Navy General Counsel Alberto Mora fought to stop policies that authorized cruelty toward terror suspects. "Cruelty harms our nation's legal, foreign policy, and national security interests," says Mora. "I can't put it any plainer than that." Former Navy General Counsel Alberto Mora fought to stop policies that authorized cruelty toward terror suspects. "Cruelty harms our nation's legal, foreign policy, and national security interests," says Mora. "I can't put it any plainer than that." info@cceia.org (Alberto J. Mora, Dan Rather) Alberto J. Mora, Dan Rather] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061102_AlbertoMoraInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000091 Torture Thu, 02 Nov 2006 08:14:00 -0500 "The cruel treatment of any detainee, whether at home or abroad, in Europe is a per se criminal act," notes Alberto Mora, as he and Dan Rather discuss the consequences of institutionalizing a policy of cruelty. "The cruel treatment of any detainee, whether at home or abroad, in Europe is a per se criminal act," notes Alberto Mora, as he and Dan Rather discuss the consequences of institutionalizing a policy of cruelty. info@cceia.org (Alberto J. Mora, Dan Rather) Alberto J. Mora, Dan Rather] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061101_EthanKapstein.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000066 Globalization,World,Economy,Justice Wed, 01 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 In a lively session, Ethan Kapstein of INSEAD proposes just what the international community can reasonably do to build a global economy that will be fairer to all. In a lively session, Ethan Kapstein of INSEAD proposes just what the international community can reasonably do to build a global economy that will be fairer to all. info@cceia.org (Ethan B. Kapstein) Ethan B. Kapstein] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061031_RonaldDworkin.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000065 Democracy,Human,Rights,Religion Tue, 31 Oct 2006 11:46:00 -0500 Professor Dworkin identifies core moral principles that he believes Americans share across the "red/blue divide, which should serve as the basis for substantial political argument. For without rational discourse, he says, there can be no true democracy. Professor Dworkin identifies core moral principles that he believes Americans share across the "red/blue divide, which should serve as the basis for substantial political argument. For without rational discourse, he says, there can be no true democracy. info@cceia.org (Ronald Dworkin, Joanne J. Myers) Ronald Dworkin, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061026_NikolasGvosdev.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000063 Security Thu, 26 Oct 2006 12:58:00 -0400 Are the major powers prepared to live with a nuclear North Korea if the detonation acts as a check on U.S. power? How will events move forward—and what precedents are being set for how the Iranian crisis may also be resolved? Are the major powers prepared to live with a nuclear North Korea if the detonation acts as a check on U.S. power? How will events move forward—and what precedents are being set for how the Iranian crisis may also be resolved? info@cceia.org (Nikolas K. Gvosdev, ) Nikolas K. Gvosdev, ] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061026_DavidNasaw.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000064 Thu, 26 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Biographer David Nasaw tells the fascinating story of Andrew Carnegie's efforts stop World War I, and how his failure broke his heart. Biographer David Nasaw tells the fascinating story of Andrew Carnegie's efforts stop World War I, and how his failure broke his heart. info@cceia.org (David Nasaw) David Nasaw] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061018_ValiNasr.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000062 Islam,Religion Wed, 18 Oct 2006 14:05:00 -0400 Vali Nasr argues that the Shia Crescent—stretching from Lebanon and Syria through the Gulf to Iraq and Iran, finally terminating in Pakistan and India—is gathering strength in the aftermath of Saddam's fall. Vali Nasr argues that the Shia Crescent—stretching from Lebanon and Syria through the Gulf to Iraq and Iran, finally terminating in Pakistan and India—is gathering strength in the aftermath of Saddam's fall. info@cceia.org (Vali Nasr) Vali Nasr] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061011_PhilipJenkins.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000061 Christianity,Religion Wed, 11 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Professor Philip Jenkins argues that by the year 2025, Africa and Latin America will have the largest number of Christians in the world. According to Jenkins, this is a different kind of Christianity from that which we are used to in the Global North. Professor Philip Jenkins argues that by the year 2025, Africa and Latin America will have the largest number of Christians in the world. According to Jenkins, this is a different kind of Christianity from that which we are used to in the Global North. info@cceia.org (Philip Jenkins) Philip Jenkins] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20061005_JosephStiglitz.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000060 Thu, 05 Oct 2006 12:15:00 -0400 Economist Joseph Stiglitz offers new thinking about the questions that shape the globalization debate, including a plan to restructure the global financial system, ideas for how countries can grow without degrading the environment, and a framework for free and fair global trade. Economist Joseph Stiglitz offers new thinking about the questions that shape the globalization debate, including a plan to restructure the global financial system, ideas for how countries can grow without degrading the environment, and a framework for free and fair global trade. info@cceia.org (Joseph E. Stiglitz) Joseph E. Stiglitz] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060926_NiallFerguson.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000059 Warfare Tue, 26 Sep 2006 09:00:00 -0400 The twentieth century was by far the bloodiest in all of human history. How can we explain the astonishing scale and intensity of its violence when, thanks to the advances of science and economics, most people were better off than ever before—eating better, growing taller, and living longer? The twentieth century was by far the bloodiest in all of human history. How can we explain the astonishing scale and intensity of its violence when, thanks to the advances of science and economics, most people were better off than ever before—eating better, growing taller, and living longer? info@cceia.org (Niall Ferguson, Joanne J. Myers) Niall Ferguson, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060920_JohnDanforth.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000057 Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:29:00 -0400 Senator John Danforth argues that religious people should engage in politics, but, he notes, "there is a difference between engaging in politics and transforming politics and government into an extension or an enforcer of your religious point of view." Senator John Danforth argues that religious people should engage in politics, but, he notes, "there is a difference between engaging in politics and transforming politics and government into an extension or an enforcer of your religious point of view." info@cceia.org (John Danforth) John Danforth] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060915_JosefJoffe.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000056 Empire Fri, 15 Sep 2006 07:05:00 -0400 Josef Joffe assesses the rise of American power since the end of the Cold War from a remarkably sympathetic vantage point. Josef Joffe assesses the rise of American power since the end of the Cold War from a remarkably sympathetic vantage point. info@cceia.org (Josef Joffe, Joanne J. Myers) Josef Joffe, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060912_IanBremmerInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000058 Democracy,World,Economy Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:00:00 -0400 Ian Bremmer and Devin Stewart discuss what the J Curve means for U.S. foreign policy and democracy promotion in China, North Korea, Iran, and Cuba. Ian Bremmer and Devin Stewart discuss what the J Curve means for U.S. foreign policy and democracy promotion in China, North Korea, Iran, and Cuba. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer, Devin T. Stewart) Ian Bremmer, Devin T. Stewart] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060913_IanBremmer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000055 Tue, 12 Sep 2006 17:30:00 -0400 Ian Bremmer describes the political and economic forces that revitalize some states and push others toward collapse. He concludes that political isolation and sanctions often work against their intended results and that globalization is the key to opening closed authoritarian states. Ian Bremmer describes the political and economic forces that revitalize some states and push others toward collapse. He concludes that political isolation and sanctions often work against their intended results and that globalization is the key to opening closed authoritarian states. info@cceia.org (Ian Bremmer) Ian Bremmer] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060907_GordonCorera.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000054 Warfare Thu, 07 Sep 2006 08:14:00 -0400 "Khan has wreaked havoc on attempts to restrain the spread of nuclear technology," says Gordon Corera. "He has lowered the barriers of entry for the nuclear game. He has irreversibly changed the mechanics of supply and demand, and left a really damaging legacy." "Khan has wreaked havoc on attempts to restrain the spread of nuclear technology," says Gordon Corera. "He has lowered the barriers of entry for the nuclear game. He has irreversibly changed the mechanics of supply and demand, and left a really damaging legacy." info@cceia.org (Gordon Corera) Gordon Corera] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060718_NikolasGvosdev.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000050 Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 What was really accomplished at the St. Petersburg G-8 meeting? Can the G-8 really cope with the pressing issues of the day, from energy security to stemming the spread of WMD, or is it fated to end up as little more than a photo op for world leaders? Gvosdev gives his firsthand impressions. What was really accomplished at the St. Petersburg G-8 meeting? Can the G-8 really cope with the pressing issues of the day, from energy security to stemming the spread of WMD, or is it fated to end up as little more than a photo op for world leaders? Gvosdev gives his firsthand impressions. info@cceia.org (Nikolas K. Gvosdev) Nikolas K. Gvosdev] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060717_ChristopherAveryInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000049 Mon, 17 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Christopher Avery and Devin Stewart discuss the evolution of the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, a group dedicated to promoting greater awareness of corporate misconduct, as well as best practices. Learn what inspired Avery to establish this innovative group and about its recent successes. Christopher Avery and Devin Stewart discuss the evolution of the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, a group dedicated to promoting greater awareness of corporate misconduct, as well as best practices. Learn what inspired Avery to establish this innovative group and about its recent successes. info@cceia.org (Christopher L. Avery, ) Christopher L. Avery, ] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060621_CharlayneHunter-GaultInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000048 Development,Aid,Health,Poverty Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Veteran correspondent Hunter-Gault counters what she calls "the four D's of the African apocalypse: death, disease, disaster, and despair," with news about the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), which is working towards "African solutions to African problems." Veteran correspondent Hunter-Gault counters what she calls "the four D's of the African apocalypse: death, disease, disaster, and despair," with news about the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD), which is working towards "African solutions to African problems." info@cceia.org (Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Jere Van Dyk) Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Jere Van Dyk] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060621_CharlayneHunter-Gault.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000047 Development,Poverty,Health,Aid Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Journalist (and South Africa resident) Hunter-Gault gives a surprisingly optimistic assessment of modern Africa, revealing that there is more to the continent than the bad news of disease, disaster, and despair. Journalist (and South Africa resident) Hunter-Gault gives a surprisingly optimistic assessment of modern Africa, revealing that there is more to the continent than the bad news of disease, disaster, and despair. info@cceia.org (Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Joanne J. Myers) Charlayne Hunter-Gault, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060612_UNDebate.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000046 Mon, 12 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Is the UN "I" for irrelevant, or "I" for indispensable, as Shashi Tharoor would have it? While conceding that the UN is relevant, Ruth Wedgwood argues that "competing multilaterals" should also play a role in solving the world's problems. This witty but always deeply serious debate will give both sides of the argument food for thought. Is the UN "I" for irrelevant, or "I" for indispensable, as Shashi Tharoor would have it? While conceding that the UN is relevant, Ruth Wedgwood argues that "competing multilaterals" should also play a role in solving the world's problems. This witty but always deeply serious debate will give both sides of the argument food for thought. info@cceia.org (Shashi Tharoor, Ruth Wedgwood, James Traub, Joanne J. Myers) Shashi Tharoor, Ruth Wedgwood, James Traub, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060606_AhmedSHashim.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000044 Warfare Tue, 06 Jun 2006 00:00:00 -0400 In one of the most detailed analyses yet of the insurgency and America's efforts to squash it, Ahmed Hashim presents a grim view of the violence in Iraq from inside the American camp. In one of the most detailed analyses yet of the insurgency and America's efforts to squash it, Ahmed Hashim presents a grim view of the violence in Iraq from inside the American camp. info@cceia.org (Ahmed S. Hashim, Joanne J. Myers) Ahmed S. Hashim, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060517_ValiNasrInterview.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000043 Security Wed, 17 May 2006 00:00:00 -0400 "For the Iranians, the Taliban and Saddam were a problem, and the United States removed both of them," says Nasr. "So, actually, if there is an opportunity for Iran to become a regional power, it came because of the 2001 attack on Afghanistan and the 2003 fall of Saddam. So they benefited from what the United States did." "For the Iranians, the Taliban and Saddam were a problem, and the United States removed both of them," says Nasr. "So, actually, if there is an opportunity for Iran to become a regional power, it came because of the 2001 attack on Afghanistan and the 2003 fall of Saddam. So they benefited from what the United States did." info@cceia.org (Vali Nasr, Jere Van Dyk) Vali Nasr, Jere Van Dyk] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060426_AmartyaSen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000037 Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Conflict and violence are sustained by the illusion of a unique identity, overlooking the need for reason and choice in deciding on bonds of class, gender, profession, scientific interests, moral beliefs, and even our shared identity as human beings. Conflict and violence are sustained by the illusion of a unique identity, overlooking the need for reason and choice in deciding on bonds of class, gender, profession, scientific interests, moral beliefs, and even our shared identity as human beings. info@cceia.org (Amartya Sen) Amartya Sen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060406_JytteKlausen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000033 Islam,Religion Thu, 06 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Based on her interviews with over 300 Muslim leaders in Europe, Jytte Klausen argues that European Muslims are overwhelmingly liberal in outlook. She says that for Muslims in Europe the biggest priority is to build a European Islam, independent of the Islamic countries. Based on her interviews with over 300 Muslim leaders in Europe, Jytte Klausen argues that European Muslims are overwhelmingly liberal in outlook. She says that for Muslims in Europe the biggest priority is to build a European Islam, independent of the Islamic countries. info@cceia.org (Jytte Klausen) Jytte Klausen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060403_JosephStiglitz.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000030 Democracy,Globalization,World,Economy Mon, 03 Apr 2006 00:00:00 -0400 Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz details what a trade agreement might look like if based on principles of economic analysis and social justice for the world economy. He points to how less developed countries are currently disadvantaged in the negotiating process. Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz details what a trade agreement might look like if based on principles of economic analysis and social justice for the world economy. He points to how less developed countries are currently disadvantaged in the negotiating process. info@cceia.org (Joseph E. Stiglitz) Joseph E. Stiglitz] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060320_GershomGorenberg.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000027 Mon, 20 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Gershom Gorenberg discusses the history of the Israeli settlements and examines the roadblocks that continue to frustrate the establishment of peaceful relations with the Palestinians. Gershom Gorenberg discusses the history of the Israeli settlements and examines the roadblocks that continue to frustrate the establishment of peaceful relations with the Palestinians. info@cceia.org (Gershom Gorenberg, Joanne J. Myers) Gershom Gorenberg, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060228_MichaelWalzer.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000053 Warfare,Ethics,Just,War,Genocide Tue, 28 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0500 For the first time since his classic "Just and Unjust Wars" was published almost three decades ago, Professor Michael Walzer has again collected his most provocative arguments about contemporary military conflicts and the ethical issues they raise. For the first time since his classic "Just and Unjust Wars" was published almost three decades ago, Professor Michael Walzer has again collected his most provocative arguments about contemporary military conflicts and the ethical issues they raise. info@cceia.org (Michael Walzer, Joanne J. Myers) Michael Walzer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20060215_StevenWaldman.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000022 Christianity,Religion Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:00:00 -0500 Steven Waldman, founder of the website beliefnet.com, presents some surprising conclusions about how beliefs affect voting in the United States. Steven Waldman, founder of the website beliefnet.com, presents some surprising conclusions about how beliefs affect voting in the United States. info@cceia.org (Steven Waldman) Steven Waldman] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20051214_Allen.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000019 Christianity,Religion Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0500 Author John Allen debunks some of the myths that surround Opus Dei, the prelature of the Roman Catholic Church that promotes the sanctity of ordinary daily work. Allen also explains Opus Dei's history, goals, and practices. Author John Allen debunks some of the myths that surround Opus Dei, the prelature of the Roman Catholic Church that promotes the sanctity of ordinary daily work. Allen also explains Opus Dei's history, goals, and practices. info@cceia.org (John L. Allen) John L. Allen] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20051201_PWSinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000018 Iraq,Security,Torture Thu, 01 Dec 2005 00:00:00 -0500 P. W. Singer examines the Pentagon's policy of contracting private security and logistics firms for tasks ranging from combat to catering in the Iraq War. What are the ethical dilemmas and conflicting incentives of outsourcing a traditional state function to essentially mercenary groups? P. W. Singer examines the Pentagon's policy of contracting private security and logistics firms for tasks ranging from combat to catering in the Iraq War. What are the ethical dilemmas and conflicting incentives of outsourcing a traditional state function to essentially mercenary groups? info@cceia.org (P. W. Singer, Joanne J. Myers) P. W. Singer, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20051129_PhilipHilts.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000017 Health,HIV/AIDS Tue, 29 Nov 2005 00:00:00 -0500 Hilts warns that the emergence of new diseases and the resurgence of old ones has put the world on the brink of a global health crisis. Yet we have more than enough technology and funds to bring about a golden age of public health. What's the missing element? Hilts warns that the emergence of new diseases and the resurgence of old ones has put the world on the brink of a global health crisis. Yet we have more than enough technology and funds to bring about a golden age of public health. What's the missing element? info@cceia.org (Philip J. Hilts, Joanne J. Myers) Philip J. Hilts, Joanne J. Myers] http://media.carnegiecouncil.org/carnegie/audio/20050919_KuperSinger.mp3 http://www.carnegiecouncil.org/resources/audio/data/000008 Development,Ethics,Human,Rights,World,Economy Mon, 19 Sep 2005 00:00:00 -0400 Who has the responsibility to alleviate poverty and uphold human rights in a globalized world where corporations often wield more power than nation-states? Who has the responsibility to alleviate poverty and uphold human rights in a globalized world where corporations often wield more power than nation-states? info@cceia.org (Andrew Kuper, Peter Singer) Andrew Kuper, Peter Singer]