When Foreign Policy and Barbecue Mix (Guest Hugh Hallman)
Podcasts > The Seth Leibsohn Show
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about the economic slowdown in Europe and how it's linked to their regulatory structure, which has reduced innovation and freedom. They also touch on the topic of The New York Times' biased reporting on the Abraham Accords, a historic peace agreement between Israel and several Arab nations. Hugh and Seth also explore the idea that the Palestinian cause has been used as a block to peace in the Middle East, and how the Trump Administration has called this bluff by bringing Arab states into the Abraham Accords. This has led to a monumental shift in the region, with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressing his desire to recognize the state of Israel. They share a personal anecdote about a visit to Wild Barbeque, a halal barbecue restaurant in Tempe, where they met a manager who wore a large cross and embodied the spirit of unity and coexistence.
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