EPISODE · Feb 10, 2026 · 9 MIN
U.S. & International Organizations Explained Ep. 16 | Advanced English Listening
from The Sharing English Podcast · host Freya Yskes
How does the United States work with the rest of the world — and why does it sometimes choose not to?In this episode of U.S. Government Explained, we explore the role of the United States in international organizations. We look at why the U.S. helped create many global institutions after World War II, how organizations like the United Nations and NATO operate, and why the U.S. has chosen not to join others, such as the International Criminal Court.We also discuss the recent U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, how international decisions affect everyday life at home, and what future global challenges may mean for American involvement going forward.This episode helps explain how cooperation, sovereignty, and global influence all intersect in U.S. foreign policy.Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcastMusic: “Liberty Quest” by Sascha Endehttps://ende.app/en/song/293-liberty-questLicense: https://ende.app/en/standard-license
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How does the United States work with the rest of the world — and why does it sometimes choose not to?In this episode of U.S. Government Explained, we explore the role of the United States in international organizations. We look at why the U.S. helped create many global institutions after World War II, how organizations like the United Nations and NATO operate, and why the U.S. has chosen not to join others, such as the International Criminal Court.We also discuss the recent U.S. withdrawal from the World Health Organization, how international decisions affect everyday life at home, and what future global challenges may mean for American involvement going forward.This episode helps explain how cooperation, sovereignty, and global influence all intersect in U.S. foreign policy.Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcastMusic: “Liberty Quest” by Sascha Endehttps://ende.app/en/song/293-liberty-questLicense: https://ende.app/en/standard-license
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