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ReaganismAuthor: Ronald Reagan Institute
Reaganism is dedicated to exploring where the Reagan Movement lives today, hosted by the Director of the Ronald Reagan Institute, Roger Zakheim. The show has two goals: understand the foundations of the political philosophy that powered the Reagan Revolution; and host discussions about contemporary issues through the lens of Reagan. The podcast looks at the continuing impact of #40s principles and beliefs on our leaders as they address the complex problems of today and tomorrow. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Great Power Diplomacy: Reaganism with Wess Mitchell
Episode 280
Monday, 27 April, 2026
On this episode of Reaganism, Roger sits down with Wess Mitchell to discuss Wess' new book "Great Power Diplomacy," which explores the role of diplomacy in strategic statecraft throughout history. Mitchell explains the "simultaneity problem," where the U.S. faces multiple adversaries but lacks the military capacity to address them all simultaneously was the initial inspiration for the book. He argues that diplomacy, rather than military might, has historically been used by great powers to manage time and build coalitions. The discussion covers historical examples, including the Peloponnesian War and British diplomacy before World War II, highlighting the importance of allies and the pitfalls of appeasement. They also examine the strategic diplomacy of Nixon, Kissinger, and Reagan, emphasizing the balance between military strength and diplomatic engagement. The conversation concludes with reflections on the limitations and potential of diplomacy in achieving national objectives.
