Munich, Bavaria, Germany – The Munich Security Conference (MSC) has unveiled “Munich Moments,” a new seven-part podcast series produced in collaboration with Foreign Policy. The series, with new episodes released every Friday, delves into the history of the MSC, offering listeners an intimate look at the significant events that have shaped global security discussions.
“Munich Moments”: A Journey Behind the Scenes
The “Munich Moments” podcast takes listeners on a journey behind the scenes of the Hotel Bayerischer Hof, the traditional venue for the MSC, to explore some of the most impactful moments in the conference’s history. Through exclusive conversations with eyewitnesses and leading experts, the podcast contextualizes these events and elucidates their continued relevance for contemporary security policy debates.
Listeners can anticipate a rich tapestry of original recordings and discussions with an array of distinguished guests. Among those featured are MSC Chairman Wolfgang Ischinger, Jens Stoltenberg, Garry Kasparov, Nick Burns, Jane Harman, Jake Sullivan, Sylvie Kaufmann, Simon Shuster, and MSC CEO Benedikt Franke, alongside many others.
First Episode Explores Joschka Fischer’s Landmark Speech
The inaugural episode of “Munich Moments” is now available on all major podcast platforms. It focuses on the groundbreaking speech delivered by then-German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer at the 39th Munich Security Conference in 2003. Fischer’s address notably defended Germany’s decision not to participate in a military intervention in Iraq, following remarks by then-US Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld.
This podcast series is proudly supported by the American Friends of the MSC.
Upcoming MSC 2026 and Other News
The launch of “Munich Moments” comes as preparations for MSC 2026 are well underway. Media accreditation for the upcoming conference is open until January 19, 2026. Other recent announcements from the MSC include:
- November 6, 2025: 100 Days to Go: Munich Security Conference 2026
- March 24, 2025: “Selected Key Speeches”: Munich Security Conference Publishes a Curated Selection of Significant Speeches
- December 12, 2025: Press Release: POLITICO and the Munich Security Conference Renew Partnership
- December 11, 2025: Event Report: MSC in Berlin: Mark Rutte Delivers Keynote Speech
The MSC continues to be a crucial platform for international dialogue on security challenges, and the new podcast series aims to further engage a global audience with its rich history and ongoing impact.
Source: https://securityconference.org/news/meldung/munich-moments-podcast/
