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Deep Dish on Global Affairs

Leslie Vinjamuri

Booking Overview

This is a weekly global-affairs interview show focused on foreign policy, geopolitics, international conflict, trade, and global events, featuring prominent scholars, diplomats, journalists, and humanitarian leaders. Credible pitches would include senior foreign-policy researchers, former ambassadors, international-organization executives, geopolitical economists, and journalists with authoritative analysis; booking is likely difficult because the show regularly features highly established experts and public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 419

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 31.6k subscribers

Instagram: 36.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@globalaffairs.org

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Host

Leslie Vinjamuri - President and CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs and an expert commentator on international affairs and foreign policy.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Senior diplomats, former ambassadors, prominent foreign-policy scholars, established journalists, humanitarian executives, and recognized experts in geopolitics, international economics, or global conflict.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership or senior roles at major international organizations and policy institutions, Ambassadorial or other senior government service, Authoritative scholarship on international relations or geopolitical conflict, Bylines or commentary in major news and current-affairs publications

Recent Guest Discussions

Ishaan Tharoor - How US Allies And Middle Powers Are Adapting To Changes In The International Order, Canada’s Changing Relationship With The United States, And The Future Of Global Alliances.

Odd Arne Westad - The Risk Of Conflict Between The United States And China, Lessons From The Years Before World War I, And The Limits Of Economic Ties As A Safeguard Against War.

Tjada McKenna - The Growing Global Humanitarian Crisis, Declining Government Aid, Alternative Donors And Private Capital, Technology, And The Role Of Conflict Prevention.

Ryan Crocker - The US Withdrawal From Afghanistan, The Consequences For American Power, And Lessons From The Country’s Longest War.

Edward Fishman - Economic Chokepoints, Sanctions And Tariffs, The US Dollar, And Competition In A Fragmented Global Economy.

Recent Topics

Politics, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Geopolitics, Humanitarian Aid

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Deep Dish on Global Affairs
:

Could the Midterms Change Trump's Foreign Policy?

October 14, 2026

Could the war in Iran help Democrats take back Congress? The National Interest's editor-at-large Steve Clemons predicts they'll do "very well despite themselves." He joins Deep Dish host Leslie Vinjamuri to discuss whether a Democratic victory could constrain President Trump, why it could lead to constitutional crises, and what the results could mean for America's role in the world.

What's at Stake in Israel's First Election Since October 7?

October 08, 2026

Three years after the October 7 attacks, RAND's Shira Efron says Israel is "still in the trauma phase." With the country now heading into its first national election since the attacks, what could the outcome mean for Gaza and the West Bank? Efron explains what's at stake, why Israel is facing growing pressure at home and abroad, and whether a new government could put the country on a different path.

Could Brazil's Election Push It Closer to the US?

October 01, 2026

As Brazil heads into an essentially tied presidential election, award-winning journalist Patrícia Campos Mello explains what's driving voters, how President Lula and Senator Bolsonaro offer very different visions for the country's place in the world, and what the outcome could mean for its relationships with the United States and China. Plus, why even a Trump-aligned government may find it difficult to pull away from China.

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Deep Dish on Global Affairs
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How do I get in touch with Deep Dish on Global Affairs?

Deep Dish on Global Affairs is hosted by Leslie Vinjamuri. Its publicly listed email is info@globalaffairs.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Deep Dish on Global Affairs?

The publicly listed email for Deep Dish on Global Affairs: info@globalaffairs.org.

How many listeners does Deep Dish on Global Affairs have?

Podseeker estimates Deep Dish on Global Affairs reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Deep Dish on Global Affairs?

Deep Dish on Global Affairs typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Senior diplomats, former ambassadors, prominent foreign-policy scholars, established journalists, humanitarian executives, and recognized experts in geopolitics, international economics, or global conflict. Common among recent guests: Leadership or senior roles at major international organizations and policy institutions; Ambassadorial or other senior government service; Authoritative scholarship on international relations or geopolitical conflict. Recent guests include Ishaan Tharoor, Odd Arne Westad, and Tjada McKenna.

How hard is it to get booked on Deep Dish on Global Affairs?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Deep Dish on Global Affairs cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, International Relations, Foreign Policy, Geopolitics, and Humanitarian Aid. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@globalaffairs.org

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