Today we examine thoughts behind the idea that nations must be involved in world affairs. This episode originally aired in January 2012.

An early episode of the history of the United States demonstrates the inescapable nature of international affairs when France helps the Americans. This episode originally aired in January 2012.

We begin this episode with a look at early attitudes about isolationism and discuss whether it is still a relevant option. This episode originally aired in January 2012.

In this episode, we describe the powers of Congress to engage in international relations. This episode originally aired in January 2012.