The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the most important challenges shaping our world today.

In this episode, H.E. Olha Stefanishyna, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States, joins Dr. Alina Polyakova to reflect on her personal background and professional career, from her upbringing in Odesa and experience in government during the Euromaidan protests to her leadership in Ukraine and Euro-Atlantic integration. Their conversation examines Ukraine’s history and future trajectory, including the extraordinary events in Ukraine before and after Russia’s full-scale invasion.

Speakers:

• H.E. Olha Stefanishyna, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States

Moderated by:

• Dr. Alina Polyakova, President & CEO, Center for European Policy Analysis

The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the most important challenges shaping our world today.

In this episode, General Philippe Lavigne, a Distinguished Fellow with the Transatlantic Defense and Security program at CEPA, draws upon his experience as NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Transformation to discuss the future of NATO amidst the evolving role of AI and autonomous systems, the future of security in the Arctic, and investing in the future of security.

Speakers:

• General (Ret.) Philippe Lavigne, Distinguished Fellow, Transatlantic Defense and Security, Center for European Policy Analysis; Supreme Allied Commander, Transformation, NATO (2021-2024)

Moderated by:

• Kari Odermann, Fellow, Center for European Policy Analysis

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The CEPA Podcast is a series of dynamic interviews, bringing together leaders and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the crucial challenges shaping our world today.

As part of a series of special episodes with US lawmakers, Representative Jim Costa of California's 21st Congressional District sits down with Dr. Alina Polyakova to reflect on his path to and career in public service, including his work on the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee for Europe. Their conversation explores the resilience of the Ukrainian people and why US support for Ukraine remains crucial to America’s national security interests.

Speakers:

• The Hon. Jim Costa, US Representative (CA-21), US House of Representatives

Moderated by:

• Dr. Alina Polyakova, President and CEO, Center for European Policy Analysis

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