Baker Briefing
Making news make sense.
Baker Institute Director David M. Satterfield explores the foreign and domestic policy issues of the day with experts at the institute and beyond. New episodes weekly.
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Why Health Insurance Costs Vary So Dramatically
In this episode of “Baker Briefing,” Vivian Ho and Marah Short examine differences in health insurance premiums across Texas universities and the factors driving variation in the cost of coverage.
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Between Pulpit and Policy: Student Voices on Faith, Politics, and University Life in Texas
“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.
Michael O. Emerson March 31, 2026
Inside the Latest Phase of the Iran War
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.
Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, David M. Satterfield March 27, 2026
Inside the Iran War’s Impact on Global Energy Markets
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.
Kenneth B. Medlock III, David M. Satterfield March 27, 2026
Population Decline and the New Economics of Cities
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.
Bill King, David M. Satterfield March 24, 2026
Chief Justice John Roberts on 20 Years Leading the Supreme Court
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.
David M. Satterfield March 18, 2026
War With Iran: How Far Could It Go?
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.
David M. Satterfield, Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar March 6, 2026
Mexico’s Cartels, Violence, and the Rule of Law After the Fall of El Mencho
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.
David M. Satterfield, Tony Payan March 4, 2026
What the US Strikes on Iran Mean for Global Energy Markets
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.
David M. Satterfield, Kenneth B. Medlock III March 3, 2026
Supreme Court Tariff Decision: What Comes Next for Trade, Markets, and Manufacturing
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.
David M. Satterfield, John W. Diamond February 24, 2026
US Trade Policy Under Trump and America’s Global Credibility
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.
Tony Payan, Simon Lester, David A. Gantz February 20, 2026