On this episode of Rendezvous With History, Reagan Institute Director of Scholarly Initiatives Dr. Anthony Eames sits down with Dr. Stephan Kieninger who is a Global Fellow at the Wilson Center and the author of the book entitled, Securing Peace in Europe. Strobe Talbott, NATO, and Russia after the Cold War. They discuss Strobe Talbot’s background as a journalist, his transition to the State Department under President Clinton, and his influence on critical foreign policy decisions, including NATO expansion and the Kosovo conflict. Dr. Kieninger shares insights into Talbot’s early assessments of Vladimir Putin and the challenges faced in U.S.-Russia relations. The conversation concludes with reflections on the need for further research into NATO’s role and the complexities of post-Cold War security dynamics.

On this episode of Rendezvous With History, Reagan Institute Postdoctoral Visiting Fellow Dr. Joshua Tait sits down with Professor Kevin M. Schultz who is the Chair of the Department of History at the University of Illinois-Chicago and the author of the book entitled, “Why Everyone Hates White Liberals (Including White Liberals).” The discussion explores the historical context of liberalism, its evolution, and the various perceptions and critiques of white liberals from different political perspectives. Prof. Schultz discusses the polarization in American politics, the liberal order, and the metaphorical assassination of liberalism, highlighting the multifaceted attacks it faces from both the right and the left.

On this episode of Rendezvous With History, Reagan Institute Director of Scholarly Initiatives Dr. Anthony Eames sits down with Dr. Brian Domitrovic who serves as the Richard S. Strong Scholar at The Lafer Center. The conversation delves into the economic policies of Ronald Reagan, exploring the foundational principles of Reaganomics, including tax cuts, free trade, and monetary policy. The discussion highlights key events such as Proposition 13, the challenges faced during the 1982 recession, and the role of the dollar in shaping economic outcomes. The speakers also debate the contributions of Paul Volcker and Reagan in addressing inflation and economic recovery. This conversation delves into the economic policies of Ronald Reagan, focusing on the pivotal years of 1982 and 1986. The discussion highlights the significant tax cuts and their impact on inflation, economic growth, and the national debt.