16 December 2025: For the final episode of Season 6 of our UofG Spotlight podcast, we reflect on a turbulent year in American politics and its global ripple effects. Hosts Nicola McEwen and Kez Dugdale are joined by two leading voices in international affairs, Professors Mark Blyth and Juliet Kaarbo.

In this latest episode of the UofG Spotlight podcast, we reflect on a turbulent year in American politics and its global ripple effects. Hosts Professor Nicola McEwen and Professor Kez Dugdale are joined by two leading voices in international affairs.

Professor Juliet Kaarbo (University of St Andrews) explores Donald Trump’s evolving leadership style, the psychology behind his foreign policy decisions, and the blurring lines between domestic and international agendas.

Professor Mark Blyth (Brown University) unpacks the economic and political consequences of Trump’s tariff wars, rising inflation, and the resilience of U.S. institutions under executive pressure.

Tune in for expert analysis, transatlantic perspectives, and a look ahead to what the next three years might hold.

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First published: 16 December 2025

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