The Diplomat Podcast

01/08/2024

Dear followers,
Rarely a week goes by without multiple people asking for my insight on what's happening in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in terms of business, sports, tourism and more.
What’s going on in the Kingdom is unique. And it moves so fast it can be hard to keep up.
So many people are more than a bit curious and would like to know more.
So I started a newsletter -
KSA: The Next Frontier.
\It’s intended to be a regular rundown of the latest developments in Saudi business, culture, tourism, sports, recreation, you name it – if it’s spurring Saudi growth, we are going to try to cover it. Every few weeks, the newsletter will give recaps of, and links to, several of the most exciting stories I think will be of interest.
I hope you read our inaugural issue.
If you like it, please subscribe, and please share it around and encourage others to subscribe if you think they would be interested in what we cover.
Thank you for reading, and I hope you enjoy the ride.

Insight & Inspiration for Investors, Sports Enthusiasts, Travelers, the Curious & More.

13/10/2022

A tribute & testimony to the horrors Iranians have had to endure over the decades under a harsh, unforgiving regime which has hijacked Iranian lives for decades and claims itself the political manifestation of Islam, a faith the regime has defiled. This special episode of The Diplomat brought to you by is inspired by the song . Learn more about the here. Available on Apple, Spotify & wherever you get your podcasts.

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep 'Baraye' Calls Attention to the Heroes Taking to the Streets in Iran - Oct 13, 2022

28/06/2022

Thinking about investing in Saudi Arabia? Here's what you need to know. My podcast with Dr. Saad Alshahrani, Deputy Minister for Economic Affairs and Investment Studies and Deputy Minister for Investment Promotion (Acting).

Take a listen & share.

The Diplomat podcast, brought to you by Newsweek. Available on Apple, Spotify & wherever you get your podcasts.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-to-know-about-investing-in-saudi-arabia-today/id1580598543?i=1000568031140

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep What to Know About Investing in Saudi Arabia Today - Jun 28, 2022

23/06/2022

Interview with Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of Diriyah Gate Development Authority. We discussed the project's various components: UNESCO-listed site, residential, commercial, and hospitality, as well as Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia and more. A fascinating discussion!

The Diplomat podcast, brought you by Newsweek.
Available on Spotify, Apple & wherever you get your podcasts.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4vBZgma73vYGoZy1V7dvBW?si=0D0Ygbh8SFuJdgUVBvrvBw

31/05/2022

Key fact omitted from a Washington Post Opinion about the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In today's podcast I tackle the logical holes — and the major disclosure missing — from a recent Opinion in The Washington Post.

Take a listen & share, The Diplomat brought to you by Newsweek.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/50NiFgqFnBZwfeSd8kL6KE?si=Gxg-1qyDTCimOHK0JzHCCA

09/05/2022

My latest on Fox News!

A nuclear Iran would unleash a nightmare in the Middle East
The Iranian regime lusts to dominate its neighbors and seeks to cause immeasurable suffering, damage and destruction

Read here:

https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/nuclear-iran-middle-east-jason-greenblatt

25/04/2022

Hello. I’m Jason Greenblatt, Newsweek Contributing Editor and host of The Diplomat Podcast.

I just released my interview with today’s guest, Her Excellency, Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, the Minister of Climate Change & Environment.

We delved into a number of critical topics ranging from energy pricing, food and water security, and climate change.

Please join me for this exciting interview on the podcast by listening on Spotify or Apple podcasts (links below) today.





Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fb4a3wcYZKYg8O9QcXg6S

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-water-security-energy-prices-climate-change/id1580598543?i=1000558577862

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep Food & Water Security, Energy Prices, & Climate Change - Apr 25, 2022

15/04/2022

11/04/2022

Hello. I’m Jason Greenblatt, Newsweek Contributing Editor and host of podcast The Diplomat.

Today’s guest is Manuel Rabate, Director at Louvre Abu Dhabi, a museum with great galleries and exhibitions.

I think you’ll enjoy hearing from Manuel about the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the burgeoning art scene in Abu Dhabi.

And don’t forget - if you’re enjoying the podcast, please remember to share it.



Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0ecueGqA3vhgDcSMhLFwGl?si=covfelCUREeEnR_EBu40JA

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-louvre-abu-dhabi-the-uae-art-scene/id1580598543?i=1000557124556

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep The Louvre Abu Dhabi & the UAE Art Scene - Apr 11, 2022

04/04/2022

Hello. I’m Jason Greenblatt and today's guest on the Diplomat Podcast on Newsweek is Jeremy Bash, former Chief of Staff at the departmentofdefense from 2011 to 2013, and Chief of Staff at the CIA from 2000 to 2011. He has significant experience in national security, defense, and intelligence matters.

The world is a mess right now. Jeremy and I had a lot to explore, including Russia, the invasion of Ukraine, NATO, North Korea, US-Middle East relations and more.

I hope you find this podcast informative, and if you did please remember to share it.



Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5y6UhDWf86UUFigNFPa0gQ?si=ztpJFZPsSi2ypdYTvswkVw

Apple:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-is-a-mess-russia-more/id1580598543?i=1000556203400

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep The World Is a Mess, Russia & More - Apr 4, 2022

31/03/2022

President Abbas' "condemnation" of the horrific terror attacks in Israel this past week was the bare minimum & more political than anything else. Demand more. Watch my interview on i24 News with Benita Levin.

https://youtu.be/J-KZEFHjI4w

30/03/2022

The Biden administration is less focused on the Middle East and reportedly alarmingly close to signing a weaker, shorter and even more dangerous deal with Iran. The Biden Administration is not appropriately standing with Saudi Arabia & the UAE as those countries are attacked by the Iran-funded Houthi terrorist puppets.

All of these steps are harmful and dangerous to the region. Read Ben Evansky's FoxNews report.




https://fxn.ws/3JWArKX

Secretary of State Antony Blinken attended a historic U.S.-Middle East summit amid hopes of joining the Iran nuclear deal.

30/03/2022

I was interviewed by GalGalatz to discuss the first "Negev Summit" in Israel. As a former US envoy to the Middle East and a key player in helping create peace between Israel and some of its Arab neighbors in the region, I had a lot to say. One really important message? Secretary Blinken made a big mistake trying to re-tie the Abraham Accords back together with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict the he spoke. We showed how peace can be achieved even if the Palestinian leadership is unwilling to engage with Israel in good faith. Thank you to Tali Moreno and Sefi Ovadia and GLZ Radio for the interview.

While some of the interview is in Hebrew, all of my answers are in English (followed by Hebrew translation). Please take a listen…

bit.ly/3uZdCjN

שרי החוץ של בחריין, מרוקו, איחוד האמירויות, מצרים, ארצות הברית וישראל, התכנסו שלשום (שני) בשדה בוקר ל''פסגת הנגב'' הראשונה, שבסופה הכריזו כי הפורום יהפוך לשנתי. הנוכחים ....

29/03/2022

The world has changed a lot with the reprehensible Russian invasion & attack on Ukraine.

This has created increased supply chain issues.

How are companies handling this and what should we be prepared to expect in terms of future supply chain issues?

Do we need to move from a "just in time" to a "just in case" model?

I’m Jason Greenblatt, host of The Diplomat podcast brought to you by Newsweek.

These and other questions are answered by my guest Ami Daniel of Windward.

Check it out on either Spotify or Apple Podcasts and please share the Podcast as well. Thanks!


Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3tOFBmH

Apple: https://apple.co/3wN5Rja

‎Show The Diplomat, Ep Russia & the New Global Supply Chain Order - Mar 29, 2022

25/03/2022

Excited to announce that The Diplomat podcast on Newsweek has really been gaining momentum. Today we crossed 150,000 downloads. Thank you to all of our friends, supporters & listeners!

We have even better episodes planned for the future. Please follow us on either Spotify or Apple podcasts each week. And please share, share, share :)

24/03/2022

Given the current international crises, it is very clear President Biden needs to reach out to our Saudi allies to cooperate to maximize U.S. interests here and abroad.

The New York Sun has just published my piece which makes a strong case for treating Saudi Arabia, one of our strongest allies, with much more respect, particularly with Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman. Respecting our key allies including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and working with them to address their legitimate concerns is important for our national security, stability in the Middle East and skyrocketing oil prices.

I outline three key steps toward doing so in this piece.
Please take a look and let’s a get a positive discussion started toward these aims!

bin Salman

https://www.nysun.com/article/biden-should-repair-relations-with-the-saudis-heres-how

As gas prices rise, it's up to Biden to reach out to our Saudi allies and treat them with the respect they deserve.