Season 2 · Episode 338
Shadow Diplomats: The Truth About Honorary Consuls
Ever wondered why a regular house might fly a foreign flag? Discover the "DIY diplomacy" of honorary consuls and their strange legal perks.
My Weird Prompts · Daniel Rosehill
January 29, 202625m 58s
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Show Notes
In this episode of My Weird Prompts, Herman and Corn peel back the curtain on the mysterious world of honorary consuls. From "DIY diplomacy" kits containing cassette tapes of national anthems to high-stakes prison visits, discover why private citizens volunteer for these unpaid roles and what powers they actually hold under international law. We explore the legal nuances of the Vienna Convention, the lure of diplomatic prestige, and the thin line between international service and the "shadow diplomat" scandals.