On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head welcomes Victoria Coates, former Deputy National Security Advisor under President Trump’s and current Vice President of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at the Heritage Foundation. Coates offers her unique insights into President Trump’s strategy for resolving the Ukraine conflict, including his readiness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate peace while protecting Ukraine’s sovereignty. She also emphasizes the importance of NATO allies meeting their financial commitments and critiques the Biden Administration’s approach to China. 

Showcasing her art history expertise, Dr. Coates delves into the devastating impact of the Los Angeles fires on historical treasures and highlights how modern museums in the West are designed to withstand natural disasters like wildfires and earthquakes. 

Furthermore, music icon and rapper Nelly makes a surprise appearance, chatting with Head about his special performance celebrating the second term of President Donald J. Trump.