The Stories This Diplomat Lived Through Are Unbelievable!

Episode 79: Join us for an insightful conversation with Ambassador Don Heflin, a 35-year Foreign Service veteran! From dodging cartel gunfire in Nuevo Laredo to shaping post-9/11 visa policies, Ambassador Heflin shares gripping stories of crisis management, cultural adaptation, and high-stakes diplomacy in Peru, India, Zambia, Mexico, and Cabo Verde. Learn how he navigated challenges like drug cartel violence and the COVID-19 Delta wave, and discover his lessons on negotiation, resilience, and connecting with people across cultures. Subscribe and stay tuned for more amazing stories like this! #diplomacy #foreignService #ambassador #usa #peru #india #zambia #mexico #caboverde #culture #stories #podcast