236: State Department Reforms by Dan Spokojny, FP21 (Part 2)

Please welcome Dan Spokojny, the founder of FP21, a research and advisory group focused on reforming the State Department's conduct of U.S. foreign policy.Dan started on the hill, working on congressional policy, then as a diplomat for the State Department. Since then, he formed FP21 to help the State Department improve its organization and processes.This is part II of a two-part episode, so let's get started.---You can learn more about FP21 here: https://www.fp21.org/---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership.We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected],  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  ---Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/--- Special Thanks to Weirdlysound for the sample of July Instrumental by Noah Cyrus.Retrieved from: ⁠https://youtu.be/HgB9QFdFnZk?feature=shared⁠#CAA, #FP21org, #Dan_Spoko, #Civil_Affairs

Please welcome Dan Spokojny, the founder of FP21, a research and advisory group focused on reforming the State Department's conduct of U.S. foreign policy.Dan started on the hill, working on congressional policy, then as a diplomat for the State Department. Since then, he formed FP21 to help the State Department improve its organization and processes.A quick note: I found that the introduction had a gap. One of the voice channels fell out, so on 27 July I updated a corrected version. Sorry about that. This is part I of a two-part episode, so let's get started.---You can learn more about FP21 here: https://www.fp21.org/---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership.We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected],  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  ---Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/--- Special Thanks to Weirdlysound for the sample of July Instrumental by Noah Cyrus.Retrieved from: https://youtu.be/HgB9QFdFnZk?feature=shared#CAA, #FP21org, #Dan_Spoko, #Civil_Affairs

Hey, it's Jack from the show. Just a quick heads-up that the Civil Affairs Association's fall symposium is planned for November 13-16 in Los Angeles. And, with the symposium, the association has acall for papers. We are asking you to write on “Redefining Civil Affairs,” based on the latest CA Roundtable Report. Papers are due by September 12th, andthe top three get a cash prize. See below: Symposium:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/civil-affairs-association_save-the-date-the-2025-caa-annual-activity-7315538329746264065-KkDR/ Call for papers:https://www.civilaffairsassociation.com/post/2025-26-civil-affairs-issue-papers-call-for-papers---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association andbrings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, developmentofficers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with apartner nation's people and leadership.We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "lastthree feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected], or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website atwww.civilaffairsassoc.org 🎯 Hashtags:#CivilAffairs #RedefiningCivilAffairs #FallSymposium #CallForPapers #PolicyInnovation #MilitaryLeadership #DiplomacyMatters #DevelopmentDiplomacy #USForeignPolicy #PartnerNation #StrategicNarratives #ThoughtLeadership #WriteForImpact #ForeignPolicyVoices #GlobalEngagement #VeteranVoices

Today, Rob Boudreau hosts Tedd Lipka and Wes Aniton, both Civil Affairs Lieutenant Colonels in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves, as they discuss their experiences in Europe and Africa. --- One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected] or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org ---Great news!Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/--- Special Thanks to Tatiana Eva-Marie and the Avalon Jazz Band for the sample of Menilmontant. retrieved from https://youtu.be/N4zOi8h-Uds?si=ZMutMnLUOvJKjU5L#CivilAffairs #ForeignPolicy #MilitaryPodcast #USMC #GlobalAffairs #DiplomacyMatters #InternationalRelations #DevelopmentDiplomacy #FieldAgents #PartnerNation #ListenAndLearn #VoicesFromTheField #FeedspotTop10 #TopPodcast #PodcastCommunity

Please welcome PatrickJenevein, founder of Point Bello and author of Dancing with the Dragon, a story about his company's journey partnering with Chinese firms, then litigating and winning in court for IP theft and fraud.  Patrick Jenevein:https://www.uscc.gov/sites/default/files/Jenevein_bio012617.pdfBook: https://www.forewordreviews.com/reviews/dancing-with-the-dragon/Pointe Bello: https://www.pointebello.com/@pointebello---One CA is aproduct of the civil affairs association  and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership.We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations. To contact the show, email us at [email protected] or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at ww.civilaffairsassoc.org  ---Great news!Feedspot, thepodcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/ And one Aww Shucks! This year, we were nominated for a Peabody under the public service category. Congratulationsto PBS for being selected. ---Special Thanks toMorning Light Music for a sample of Summer Background. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/N5jDgSddpT8?#civil_affairs, #pointebello

Welcome to theONE CA Podcast. I’m LTC Brian Hancock, and I will be your host for thissession. Today, we have Lee Bratcher with us to discuss the importance ofblockchain technology and cryptocurrency. --- One CA is aproduct of the Civil Affairs Association and brings inpeople who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected]  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  ---Great news!Feedspot, thepodcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/---Special Thanks to the Second South Carolina String Band for a sample of Battle Cry of Freedom.Retrieved from https://youtu.be/xKXjd-y--aI?feature=shared🎙️ That’s a fantastic intro, Jack — it sets the tone beautifully for a show that bridges tactical insight with strategic relevance. To help amplify the reach of this episode and the One CA Podcast more broadly, here’s a curated set of high-impact hashtags tailored to your themes of blockchain, cryptocurrency, foreign policy, and civil affairs:---Awesome! Here’s a social media caption you could pair with an audiogram or graphic to spotlight this episode featuring Lee Bratcher:---📡#ForeignPolicyPodcast #BlockchainTechnology #CivilAffairs #CryptoPolicy #GlobalPartnerships #LastThreeFeet #PodcastSpotlight #FeedspotTop10

Welcome,Today, Sam Cooper interviews Adam Zivo, an independent journalist covering the protests throughout Serbia. Sam and Adam discuss how Serbia's government works through corruption and criminal networks to usurp civil society for control and personal gain, and how the widespread protests are responding. ---One CA is a product of the civil affairs associationand brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership.We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.To contact the show, email us at [email protected] look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org---Great news!Feedspot, the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10 shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/---Special Thanks to the O'Neill Brothers for the sample of American Girl. Retrieved from https://youtube.com/watch?v=kGm-2H9xcRY&feature=shared

Welcome to the One CA Podcast. This week, Brian Hancock returns to finish his interview with Colonel James Turner about information operations and influence in strategic competition.This is the second of a two-part episode. To hear part I, check out last week's episode. ---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association. and brings in current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected]  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  --Great news Feedspot,the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:⁠https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/⁠-- Special Thanks to Morning Light Music for a sample of Fun and Exciting from the playlist Summer Background Music. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/vFe5N7bvXXI?si=2Gsn9EuRp_rptDRh

Welcome to the One CA Podcast. This week, Brian Hancock interviews Colonel James Turner about information operations and influence in strategic competition.This is the first of a two-part episode. The second half will be out next week. ---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association. and brings in current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations.  To contact the show, email us at [email protected]  or look us up on the Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  --Great news Feedspot,the podcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/-- Special Thanks to Morning Light Music for a sample of Fun and Exciting from the playlist Summer Background Music. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/vFe5N7bvXXI?si=2Gsn9EuRp_rptDRh 

Today, Danny Joseph interviewed Stephanie DeRiso about her work with cultural support teams and her transition to civil affairs. ---One CA is a product of the Civil Affairs Association and brings in people who are current or former military, diplomats, development officers, and field agents to discuss their experiences on the ground with a partner nation's people and leadership. We aim to inspire anyone interested in working in the "last three feet" of U.S. foreign relations. To contact theshow, email us at [email protected] or look us up onthe Civil Affairs Association website at www.civilaffairsassoc.org  ---Great news!Feedspot, thepodcast industry ranking system, rated One CA Podcast as one of the top 10shows on foreign policy. Check it out at:https://podcast.feedspot.com/foreign_policy_podcasts/--- Special Thanks to Meditation Melodies for the Sample of Tropical Summer. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7pt4FSViC8