IE Insights - Hosted by Amanda Sloat and Nathalie Tocci

Power & Purpose

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Power & Purpose explores the human side of global leadership. Hosted by Amanda Sloat and Nathalie Tocci – former advisors to the US President and EU High Representative turned professors – this podcast features candid conversations with senior government officials, offering an inside look at how power, values, and purpose intersect in public life. These conversations go beyond the headlines to offer a personal window into leadership at the highest levels. Guests reflect on pivotal moments, difficult decisions, and lessons learned when the stakes were high. They speak openly about their proudes...

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IE Insights - Hosted by Amanda Sloat and Nathalie Tocci

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Wendy Sherman on Hard Conversations in Hard Places 22.09.2025 43:26

Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman reflects on the risks behind diplomacy as she pulls back the curtain on negotiating the Iranian nuclear deal. She shares candid lessons on authenticity, leadership, and how to earn respect without losing compassion. Extra Reading: Not for the Faint of Heart: Lessons in Courage, Power & Persistence by Wendy Sherman Dr Amanda Sloat is Professor...

Federica Mogherini on Trump, Iran, and When to Step Away 08.09.2025 43:02

Amanda and Nathalie welcome their first guest, former EU High Representative Federica Mogherini, for a candid conversation on Europe’s security awakening and the making of the EU Global Strategy. She reflects on the impact of the first Trump administration, the undoing of the Iran nuclear deal, and why defense cannot be the only instrument used in foreign policy. The trio discuss the challenges of...

An Introduction to Power & Purpose 08.09.2025 33:47

Power & Purpose kicks off with hosts Amanda and Nathalie laying out the show’s mission and swapping origin stories. Touching on their respective stints in Washington and Brussels, they reflect on burnout and balance (think yoga and kung fu), and touch on the perks and pitfalls of public service. Extra Reading IE Center for Health and Well-Being Unlocking the Power of Intuition in High-Stress J...