Baker Briefing

“Between Pulpit and Policy” is a four-part series presented as part of the “Texas Briefing” podcast, exploring the rising influence of faith, particularly Christian nationalism, in Texas politics — and how it’s transforming public policy and governance.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Ambassador David M. Satterfield and Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar examine the strategic calculations driving recent developments, the pressures on Iran’s leadership, and the potential regional and global implications.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Ambassador David M. Satterfield and Kenneth B. Medlock III examine how the conflict in Iran is affecting global energy markets, including impacts on supply, prices, and energy security, as well as the potential implications for the global economy.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Bill King and Ambassador David M. Satterfield examine what global depopulation trends could mean for the future of urban life, using Houston as a case study.

Twenty years into his tenure, Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. discusses the Supreme Court, judicial independence, and adapting to new challenges in a live episode of “Baker Briefing” with Lee H. Rosenthal.

Ambassador David M. Satterfield and Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar analyze Iran’s response to the U.S. and Israel, exploring military strategy, leadership dynamics, and regional implications.

On this episode of "Baker Briefing," Tony Payan and Ambassador David M. Satterfield discuss Mexico’s cartels, rising violence, and the rule of law after the fall of El Mencho.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Ambassador David M. Satterfield and Kenneth B. Medlock III examine how U.S. strikes on Iran could reshape global energy markets, from risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz to potential impacts on fuel and electricity prices.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Ambassador David M. Satterfield sits down with John W. Diamond to discuss the economic impact of the U.S. Supreme Court striking down major tariffs imposed under the Trump administration.

In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Tony Payan sits down with Simon Lester and David A. Gantz to discuss U.S. trade policy under the Trump administration.