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Henry Kissinger, adviser to US presidents for 6 decades, reflects on his life and career.

Henry Kissinger, adviser to US presidents for six decades, reflects on his life and career. With James Naughtie. 

In his 100th year, Henry Kissinger, diplomat, adviser to US presidents and ever-present influence in international affairs, discusses his life and career. 

In conversation at his home with James Naughtie, he reflects on a life which took him from a childhood in Nazi Germany to the Oval Office. 

A powerful and controversial figure, he talks about some of the leaders he has known - De Gaulle and Nixon, Xi and Putin.

He also recalls the times he has lived through, and the way his own ideas about international affairs have developed. 

Producer: Giles Edwards

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2022.

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