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    Addressing the pipeline problem for women's representation in tech and STEM careers Judith Owigar
    08:20
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    Reflections on public health responses during COVID-19 and Ebola outbreaks Craig Spencer
    03:00
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    Promoting girls' education in Africa during a trip with President and Mrs. Obama Jennifer Simon
    05:58
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    Administration's efforts to support and renew the African Growth and Opportunity Act Johnnie Carson
    05:59
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    Involvement in the Young African Leaders Initiative and its development Michelle Gavin
    04:55
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    White House response to the Ebola crisis in 2014 Ben Rhodes
    02:58
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    Inclusion of disabled individuals in the Mandela Washington Fellowship and State Department initiatives Judy Heumann
    12:52
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    Advancing international development and climate change leadership in the Obama administration Michael Froman
    03:32
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    Stanley Dunham's relationship with a young Obama and concerns about post-colonial Kenya Neil Abercrombie
    03:27
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    Experiences with Nelson Mandela and his impact on activism and politics Patrick Gaspard
    13:54
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    Michelle Obama's emotional trip to South Africa and its significance Melissa Winter
    02:55
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    Challenges in arranging security for Michelle Obama at international events Andrea Mokros
    01:17
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    Obama administration's development programs in Africa: Feed the Future, YALI, and Power Africa Johnnie Carson
    11:50
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    Confirmation process experience for a diplomatic role with bipartisan support Patrick Gaspard
    02:07
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    US support for democracy and governance in Africa during the Obama administration Johnnie Carson
    22:07
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    Obama's international trips and their impact on his presidential campaign stature David Axelrod
    03:43
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    Dr. Rajiv Shah's leadership and innovation at USAID's Global Development Lab Tiffany Drake
    04:35
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    Use of Special Operations Forces and decision-making during the Maersk Alabama raid William McRaven
    04:24
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    Cultural storytelling through colors and fabrics during international visits Katie McCormick Lelyveld
    02:04
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    Judy's vision on Africa's role in the future of technology and the early days of AkiraChix Judith Owigar
    04:07
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    Key moments in US-Cuba relations and President Obama's interactions with Raúl Castro Ben Rhodes
    11:41
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    Trips to South Africa with President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama Kevin Lewis
    05:32
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    Approach to selecting energy projects based on impact and technology neutrality Andrew Herscowitz
    02:36
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    Obama's management style observed during his trip to Kenya and other African countries Mark Lippert
    03:20
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    Challenges during a diplomatic visit and the significance of the Obamas' trip to Johannesburg and Soweto Alan Fitts
    05:15
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    First professional experience with GIE PYTOD and the Macky meter project Fatou Ba Ndiour
    02:52
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    Approach to diplomacy and handling the AGOA crisis as a political ambassador Patrick Gaspard
    02:03
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    Involvement in the Young African Leaders Initiative and its impact Patrick Gaspard
    06:50
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    Special Envoy's relationship with President Obama and Secretary Clinton on Darfur policy Scott Gration
    04:43
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    Reflections on President Obama's relationship with Africa Scott Gration
    03:24
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    Relationship with the Bush family and political loyalty Michael Steele
    06:18
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    Medical coordinator's role in Middle East revolutions and humanitarian crises Pranav Shetty
    07:42
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    Promoting two-way trade and supporting women farmers in Africa through USDA trade missions Krysta Harden
    05:59
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    Reflections on the role in the Ebola response and its significance Ronald Klain
    02:28
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    Obama's approach to foreign policy and politics during contentious times Colin Kahl
    07:14
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    Innovative strategies and data management during the Ebola pandemic response Rajiv Shah
    02:53
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    Experience with diverse media coverage during a trip with First Lady Michelle Obama Joanna Rosholm
    01:04
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    Surgeon General's role in the Ebola crisis and the global health security agenda Vivek Murthy
    04:42
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    Analysis of the US response to international health crisis and patient care focus Pranav Shetty
    02:42
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    Michelle Obama's family's experiences during international trips Melissa Winter
    03:41
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    Addressing racism within the Mine Workers union and support for Obama Richard Trumka
    02:02
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    Democratic Party's performance during Obama's presidency Patrick Gaspard
    01:04
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    President Obama's visit to Kenya and engagement with African leaders Gayle Smith
    03:33
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    Incorporating climate change resilience into HarvestPlus program's agricultural practices in Rwanda Jean Pierre Mbagurire
    02:12
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    Challenges of coordinating motorcade logistics during First Lady's trip to Liberia Joanna Rosholm
    02:52
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    Timeline of identifying and confirming Ebola cases during the outbreak Craig Spencer
    01:54
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    Rebuilding US-Kenya relations and embassy after the bombing and transition from Foreign Service to intelligence Johnnie Carson
    05:33
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    Addressing Ebola myths and the challenges of cultural practices in West Africa Pranav Shetty
    05:47
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    Reflections on race and diplomacy during Obama's presidency Michelle Gavin
    06:02
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    Impact of President Obama's visit on US-South Africa diplomacy and outreach efforts Alan Fitts
    02:48
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    Stories shared by President Obama's brother about their father Maya Soetoro-Ng
    02:20
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    Obama administration's leadership on international LGBTQ+ rights and initiatives Brian Bond
    04:22
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    Involvement in the legislative process of the Electrify Africa Act Andrew Herscowitz
    02:20
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    Criteria for selecting African countries in global development programs Rajiv Shah
    02:15
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    Utilizing established relationships and firsthand accounts in government decision-making Samantha Power
    02:24
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    Transition to NGO work during the Ethiopian famine and challenges of aid distribution Gayle Smith
    02:53
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    Anticipating the significance of Africa in US policy during the 2008 campaign Johnnie Carson
    04:04
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    Analysis of international and US government response to Ebola outbreak Craig Spencer
    03:20
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    Observations on the South Sudan referendum and concerns about Salva Kiir's leadership Johnnie Carson
    07:42
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    Obama administration's response to Ebola and its impact on national security policy Ben Rhodes
    02:50
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    Establishing emergency operation centers to manage Ebola in West Africa Rajiv Shah
    02:49
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    Coordination with WHO and handling Ebola crisis challenges Sylvia Burwell
    02:41
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    Impact of changing political climates on women's rights and scientific work in North Africa and beyond Geraldine Richmond
    04:04
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    Discussion on the role of the UN in US foreign policy and Obama's perspective Samantha Power
    10:17
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    Reflections on setting and achieving ambitious goals in Power Africa and DFC programs Andrew Herscowitz
    02:09
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    Reflections on diplomacy, development, and the importance of storytelling in US foreign policy Hillary Clinton
    07:20
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    Navigating the relationship with Jacob Zuma and understanding his grassroots charisma Patrick Gaspard
    06:39
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    Challenges and solutions for girls' education in countries like Tanzania Tiffany Drake
    02:33
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    Impact of mobile technology and the evolution of AkiraChix in 2011 Judith Owigar
    03:02
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    Experiencing community support during a car incident in Dakar Fatou Ba Ndiour
    01:24
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    Discussion on the significance of President Obama's speech at Nelson Mandela's memorial Ben Rhodes
    05:25
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    Reforming the International Organization Affairs Bureau for effective multilateral diplomacy Esther Brimmer
    07:30
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    International partnerships and preparedness for pandemics, including Ebola and COVID-19 vaccine efforts Sylvia Burwell
    04:32
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    Progress in US-Africa relations and perceptions during Obama's presidency Ben Rhodes
    06:19
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    Strategies for promoting disability inclusion in international relations at the State Department Judy Heumann
    06:24
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    Communicating the low risk of Ebola transmission in the US compared to West Africa Vivek Murthy
    02:40
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    Expanding US engagement with young African leaders and the significance of their White House meeting Michelle Gavin
    02:06
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    Emergency preparedness and security concerns at the Nairobi embassy Scott Gration
    02:49
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    Working on a photography book with images from around the world Allison Davis
    02:56
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    Building orphanages in Africa before starting Air Force pilot training Scott Gration
    03:37
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    Reflections on President Obama's intellect and leadership during Ebola and Zika crises Tom Frieden
    06:41
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    Initial responsibilities and experiences at USAID Tiffany Drake
    03:08
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    Special Envoy to Sudan's relationship with President Obama and leadership challenges Scott Gration
    08:13
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    Early perceptions of Snapchat and its integration into White House communications Joanna Rosholm
    02:18

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