#vienna-convention
12 episodes
#5243: The Antenna on the Consulate Roof
When a host country cuts the water and the fiber, one thing still reaches London: the HF antenna bolted to the consulate roof.
#4887: How to Throw a State Dinner Prank for Your Friends
A deep dive into real diplomatic protocol and how to parody it for an unforgettable dinner party.
#4882: How to Run a Diplomatic Summit at a Bar
Importing the full diplomatic apparatus into a casual drink with a friend — agenda, run of show, briefing books, and all.
#4878: Born Into a Legal Void: Understanding Statelessness
Over 10 million people worldwide have no country that recognizes them as citizens. Here's how it happens.
#3955: The Hidden World of Highway Signs
What goes into making a road sign? Aluminum, reflective sheeting, and a global treaty most drivers have never heard of.
#2765: What a Diplomatic Passport Actually Gets You
Diplomatic passports don't grant immunity. Here's what they actually do and don't do at borders.
#1128: The Dimmer Switch of Diplomacy
When Spain recalled its ambassador from Israel, it wasn't a total break. Learn how the "diplomatic dimmer switch" works in international relations.
#430: Jerusalem’s Ghost Consulates: Diplomacy in Limbo
Discover why some Jerusalem consulates ignore the state they’re in and how 400-year-old treaties still shape the city’s bizarre diplomatic map.
#338: Shadow Diplomats: The Truth About Honorary Consuls
Ever wondered why a regular house might fly a foreign flag? Discover the "DIY diplomacy" of honorary consuls and their strange legal perks.
#337: Sovereign Bags: The Secret World of Diplomatic Pouches
In a digital age, why do governments still use physical bags? Explore the high-stakes world of diplomatic pouches and sovereign transit.
#278: Inside the Mobile Fortress: The Secrets of Motorcades
Explore the tech, massive costs, and legal immunity behind the 40-car "mobile fortresses" used by world leaders like the US President.
#274: The Operating System of Global Order
Discover the invisible rules of global power. Herman and Corn explore how flag placement and seating charts keep the world running smoothly.