In this episode of the podcast, host Sam Harris talks with Rahm Emanuel, former US Ambassador to Japan, about international relations and domestic politics. Emanuel shares valuable insights from his extensive career, touching on his experiences as an ambassador, the US-China competition, and how US elections influence foreign policy. The discussion highlights Japan's economic landscape and American alliances in the Indo-Pacific while also examining the current direction of the Democratic Party and the complex US-Israel relationship amid geopolitical tensions. Ultimately, the episode underscores the importance of strong diplomacy and historical connections in fostering global stability.