Discussing the Diplomat: Fact or Fiction

November 13, 2024

Due to the overwhelming positive feedback received at last year’s event, Discussing The Diplomat: Fact or Fiction?, which unpacked key scenes in Netflix’s political thriller “The Diplomat,” World Affairs brought it back for the release of Season 2. The program focused on the realities that American diplomats face when serving our country. Alexander Vershbow, Former US Ambassador to Russia, dove into a conversation about the show, followed by a robust audience Q&A. Discussion points included how “real” the show is and questions about negotiations, staffing, resource availability, whether diplomats really get their phone taken away, how elaborate diplomatic breakfasts really are, whether they can pack their own bags, how often they can call the President, and much more.