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American Diplomat

American Diplomat

By: Ambassador (Retired) Dan Rosenblum and Writer/Producer Laura Bennett
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Summary
 American Diplomat goes behind the scenes to hear real stories from diplomats who lived newsworthy events overseas. Experience the Cuban revolution, Central American insurgencies, the end of apartheid and more through the eyes of those who were there. A project of Arizona State University.American Diplomat 2024 Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Engine for Change

    Engine for Change
    Nov 12 2026

    Amb. Randy Berry is back, now to share his experience as the State Department's Special Envoy for the rights of LGBTQ persons globally. With courage and generosity, Randy shares the key to understanding worldwide: The right to live free of discrimination and violence is a human rights issue, for all people. Hard to argue with that, right? And how about that lunch with Sir Elton John?
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    38 mins
  • Using Ice to Break the Ice

    Using Ice to Break the Ice
    Nov 7 2026

    The most decorated American figure skater of all time, Michelle Kwan, retired from skating at 26. Then what? Enter, Madam Ambassador. What did Michelle do to get from there to here?
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    36 mins
  • Beyond the Edge of the Mountain

    Beyond the Edge of the Mountain
    Oct 29 2026

    Amb. Randy Berry, after growing up on a Colorado ranch, devoted his unique diplomatic career to helping people displaced by war, disease, climate and more. Serving in many countries of Africa and also in Nepal, he worked to restore human health, security and dignity. Much has been lost in recent months, but Randy inspires us to imagine what good we can do. Extra credit: What's in Nepal's Museum of Stolen Art?

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    41 mins
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