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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How the Supreme Court Is Reshaping American Law
In this episode, Ambassador David M. Satterfield speaks with David W. Leebron about the U.S. Supreme Court’s current term, examining what recent decisions reveal about the evolution of the Roberts Court and what these developments could mean for public confidence in the nation’s highest court.
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Religion and the Battle for Texas Public Schools
Baker Institute fellows Michael O. Emerson and David R. Brockman unpack how faith-based politics, Christian nationalism, and recent legislative actions are reshaping classrooms across Texas.
Michael O. Emerson, David R. Brockman February 4, 2026
Between Pulpit and Policy: Christian Nationalism and the Texas Legislature
“Between Pulpit and Policy” is a four-part “Texas Briefing” podcast series exploring how faith, especially Christian nationalism, is shaping Texas politics and public policy.
Michael O. Emerson, Mark P. Jones February 3, 2026
How Sports Shape Diplomacy and Geopolitics Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Dr. Kristian Coates Ulrichsen and former Amb. David Satterfield discuss United States politics, geopolitics, and diplomacy ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Kristian Coates Ulrichsen January 29, 2026
Inside Iran’s Unstable Moment
Iran is facing mounting pressure on multiple fronts — environmental stress, economic strain, security concerns, and an unresolved nuclear file. Mohammad Tabaar joined the podcast to discuss what these converging challenges mean for Iran’s leadership, society, and role in the region.
Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, David M. Satterfield January 22, 2026
After Maduro’s Ouster, What Happens to Venezuela’s Oil?
What does the removal of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. military force signal for the future of Venezuela’s oil industry? Francisco Monaldi and Ken Medlock discuss on the “Baker Briefing” podcast.
Kenneth B. Medlock III, Francisco J. Monaldi, David M. Satterfield January 16, 2026
What the Numbers Say (and Miss) About Trump’s Economy
What does the latest data tell us about Trump’s economy a year in, and how reliable are the numbers? John W. Diamond joined the “Baker Briefing” podcast to discuss.
John W. Diamond, David M. Satterfield January 7, 2026
Iran Is Recalibrating Its National Identity
Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar discusses how Iran is managing its national security amid a range of domestic tensions — from historic drought to a sinking currency — and transforming its national identity in the process.
Mohammad Ayatollahi Tabaar, David M. Satterfield December 16, 2025
What Happens If the ACA Subsidies Expire?
Health insurance premiums for Affordable Care Act plans are set to spike in January. Dr. Heidi Russell and Elena M. Marks discuss how we got here and why health care access and affordability are such persistent policy challenges.
Elena M. Marks, Heidi Russell, David M. Satterfield December 4, 2025
Reimagining US-Mexico Water Cooperation
On the “Baker Briefing” podcast, Tony Payan, Rosario Sanchez, and Ivonne Cruz discuss the growing water crisis along the U.S.-Mexico border and how to rethink shared water in an age of scarcity.
Ivonne Cruz, Tony Payan, Rosario Sánchez November 10, 2025
America’s New Demographic Reality
For the first time in decades, the U.S. immigrant population is shrinking. Bill King joins the “Baker Briefing” podcast to discuss the implications for the nation’s future labor force, economy, and identity.
Bill King, David M. Satterfield November 3, 2025