# Rory Stewart on Curiosity, Courage, and Conviction

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Podcast: [Power & Purpose](https://stenobird.com/podcast/power-purpose-7478847)
Published: 2025-12-15T07:23:40+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when political ideals collide with reality? Rory Stewart speaks to Amanda and Nathalie about the challenges confronting democracies on both sides of the Atlantic, and how social, technological, and political pressures are reshaping our world. He shares his personal reflections on finding your purpose, seeking new experiences, and maintaining integrity and perspective amid the demands of public life. Rory Stewart is the author of Politics on the Edge and co-host of The Rest is Politics podcast. Dr Amanda Sloat is Professor of Practice in the School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs at IE University in Madrid, Spain. Dr Nathalie Tocci is Professor of the Practice at SAIS Europe in Bologna, Italy. Power & Purpose is an IE Insights podcast.

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