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EU Confidential is a weekly European news and politics podcast published every Friday by POLITICO Europe. Each 30-minute episode features POLITICO’s analysis of the top stories driving EU politics, as well as notable guests shaping European policy and deep-dive stories from around the Continent. It’s hosted by Sarah Wheaton, POLITICO’s chief policy correspondent, who is joined by reporters from around Europe. Discover our show notes for EU Confidential here: https://www.politico.eu/eu-confid ...
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The Centre for European Reform is a think-tank devoted to making the European Union work better and strengthening its role in the world. The CER is pro-European but not uncritical.
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Today in the EU is the first daily podcast dedicated to politics and policy in the European Union. Every morning at 6 am, hosts Evi Kiorri and Giada Santana, in conversation with Euractiv’s specialised journalists, discuss the latest in the EU bubble. Tune in to be informed about what is going on in the EU, in less than fifteen minutes. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including EU politics and institutions, elections, shifts in political power among EU parties (EPP, PES, ALDE, GUE ...
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Weekly podcast on the events, policies and ideas that will shape the world.World in 30 minutes is curated by Mark Leonard, Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), and features top-level speakers from across the EU and beyond to debate and discuss Europe’s role in the world. It was awarded “Best podcasts on EU politics” by PolicyLab in 2019.Member of the EuroPod network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Macroeconomics has never been so ... delish! Macro and Cheese explores the progressive movement through the lens of Modern Monetary Theory, with hot and irreverent political takes, spotlights in activism, and the razor sharp musings of Real Progressives Founder and host Steve Grumbine. The cheese will flow as experts come in for a full, four course deep dive into the hot queso. Comfort Food for Thought!
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WDF examines how wars broke out, how they were concluded, and their consequences. Expect juicy diplomacy, sneaky intrigue, fascinating characters, and incredible drama. By Dr Zack Twamley, qualified history nerd. Current Series: The July Crisis Patreon Series: The Age of Bismarck Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Offi ...
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Chatham House director Bronwen Maddox hosts conversations with leading policymakers, journalists and Chatham House experts to provide insight into the latest international political issues. Independent Thinking gives listeners the opportunity to engage with the high level conversations hosted by Chatham House.
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In this podcast series, I talk to other political scientists about one of their publications that can help us better understand the Transformation of European Politics in the past 20 years. We link these academic works to broader debates within political science but also try to show how they relate to current political developments.
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Euractiv's Tech Team gives a breakdown of the week’s biggest European tech news in the world of politics and policy.
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A brand new political podcast from Ireland's two best-known independent left wing MEPs, straight from the belly of the EU beast. Unfiltered by mainstream media they grapple with the problems at the very heart of the European project.
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What do you and I need from the European Union? And what can Europe realistically offer us? Our journalists across the EU are meeting European citizens to find out what they expect from the EU in 2024 - and beyond.
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Euractiv Events and Euractiv's Advocacy Lab podcasts are the audio version of our policy debates, stakeholder forums, Policy Triangles, and Thought Leadership interviews. These discussions bring together policymakers from EU institutions, industry stakeholders and civil society representatives to discuss EU policy issues.
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Established in 2012, Radio 3Fourteen is a talk radio program hosted by Lana, heavily focusing on European identity and culture. Lana speaks with various bloggers, authors and social commentators for one hour every other week. The show is commercial free, supported by listeners and is available on demand as part of the Red Ice network on Redice.tv. Red Ice members also have access to a filmed version of selected interviews.
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Green Wave showcases some of the best articles from the Green European Journal - Europe’s leading political ecology magazine offering green & progressive ideas and analysis. For the text version of the articles and printed editions go to greeneuropeanjournal.eu, or follow the journal on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @GreenEUJournal.
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Steve - @guitarmoog - and Chris - @ottocrat - investigate cakeism: the philosophy of having your cake and eating it, as preached and practised by the British government in its approach to Brexit. Each week, we explore the latest developments as we head towards Brexit and spend time wading through the weeds from the perspective of two long-standing Brussels and UK government insiders. Our aim: to inform you, our listeners, about EU realities and so, hopefully, to equip you to spot lies and to ...
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Small bites on Transatlantic Security, NATO, the EU, Russia, and all things Europe. Hosted by Andrea Kendall-Taylor and Jim Townsend at the Center for a New American Security.
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UnHerd political editor Tom McTague and Cambridge professor Helen Thompson team up to investigate the history of today’s politics — and what it means for our future. Each week they will explore the great forces, ideas and events that led us to where we are, whether in Britain, the United States, Europe or beyond. It’s a politics podcast for those who want a deeper, historical understanding of the news, to understand what has really shaped our world and why. We hope you enjoy! Don’t forget to ...
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Great advice and wisdom from those that write and deliver speeches for business and politics. A series of talks recorded at the European Speechwriter Network Conferences.
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China’s rise has captivated and vexed the international community. From defense, technology, and the environment, to trade, academia, and human rights, much of what Beijing does now reverberates across the map. China Global is a new podcast from the German Marshall Fund that decodes Beijing’s global ambitions as they unfold. Every other week, host Bonnie Glaser will be joined by a different international expert for an illuminating discussion on a different aspect of China’s foreign policy, t ...
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Audio recordings of Mises Wire articles, offering contemporary news and opinion through the lens of Austrian economics and libertarian political economy.
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Join Crisis Group's Executive Vice President Richard Atwood as he dives deep into the conflicts that rage around the globe with Crisis Group analysts and special guests. These experts bring a unique, on-the-ground perspective to understanding both why those conflicts persist — and what could bring them to an end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence seeks to advance a critical debate on the new political economy of Europe. We are based at Dublin's European Institute (DEI) at University College Dublin. The DEI is the oldest and largest university centre for research on European politics in the Republic of Ireland. In this podcast we interview scholars, journalists, policymakers, and activists. Our focus is on the Centre's three key research themes: economic governance, democratic legitimacy, and prote ...
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Isaac Nakhimovsky, "The Holy Alliance: Liberalism and the Politics of Federation" (Princeton UP, 2024)
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The Holy Alliance is now most familiar as a label for conspiratorial reaction. In The Holy Alliance: Liberalism and the Politics of Federation (Princeton University Press, 2024), Dr. Isaac Nakhimovsky reveals the Enlightenment origins of this post-Napoleonic initiative, explaining why it was embraced at first by many contemporary liberals as the bi…
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Although the European defence industry is generally competitive, more than a decade of underinvestment has kept it from reaching its full potential. The significant under-investment in European defence is demonstrated by the severe difficulties the European defence technological and industrial base (EDTIB) has in obtaining finance. Member States' d…
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Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing crises, progress towards United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (UN SDG) 3 ('ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages') is off track globally, and many of its targets may not be achieved by 2030. Within the EU, measures pertaining to SDG 3 focus on achieving more resilient, access…
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September 12th, 2024: Ohio's Immigration Uproar, Israel’s Sinwar Escape Offer, & AI Nuclear Control
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin in Springfield, Ohio, where a large influx of Haitian immigrants has sparked controversy. We’ll look beyond the headlines to examine what’s really happening in this small town and why it’s causing such a stir. Then, we turn to Israel, where negotiators have reportedly offered Hamas leader Yah…
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Inside the U.S.-China Rivalry: Great Power Competition in the Middle East and North Africa
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The Middle East and North Africa region is witnessing a fierce competition among the world’s current “great powers”—the U.S., Russia, and China. These three countries are all seeking to extend their influence in this region. But the ways they're engaging—with varying degrees of success—are as complex as the region itself. This week on the show, Sop…
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Isaac Nakhimovsky, "The Holy Alliance: Liberalism and the Politics of Federation" (Princeton UP, 2024)
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The Holy Alliance is now most familiar as a label for conspiratorial reaction. In The Holy Alliance: Liberalism and the Politics of Federation (Princeton University Press, 2024), Dr. Isaac Nakhimovsky reveals the Enlightenment origins of this post-Napoleonic initiative, explaining why it was embraced at first by many contemporary liberals as the bi…
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Is the EU’s flagship ERASMUS exchange program under threat?
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In July, the Council agreed on its position on the EU’s budget for 2025, which includes a reduction of almost 295 million euros per year for Erasmus +. The institution promoted a “realistic and prudent approach” to the budget that would match the bloc’s priorities including the war in Ukraine, the migration crisis and post-pandemic recovery. The pa…
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EU antitrust chief Vestager to leave Commission with a bang
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EU antitrust head Margrethe Vestager is wrapping up her tenure at the European Commission with two major victories as the European court of Justice ruled against Apple’s Irish tax arrangements and Google’s anti-competitive practices. These decisions reward her close-to-decade-long battles to tackle Big Tech’s dominance in Europe, marking a signific…
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In our latest podcast, our team discusses the Draghi report and what it would take to implement it.Door Wolfgang Munchau
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The Truth About Churchill and WWII: Rebuking Tucker Carlson and Darryl Cooper
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After a controversial interview between Tucker Carlson and Darryl Cooper, in which Cooper claimed Churchill was, in fact, the villain of WWII, Tom talked to Churchill expert Andrew Roberts to explore the true political and personal history of Sir Winston Churchill from the British Empire to the beaches of Normandy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…
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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 11th, 2024: Biden Poised To Unchain Ukraine & Hungary Takes A Page From DeSantis
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The Biden administration appears to be preparing to loosen restrictions on Ukraine's use of western-supplied long range weapons inside Russian territory after reports emerged that Iran is now arming the Putin regime with a fresh stock of ballistic missiles. It appears Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Or…
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Quantum technologies - How can we lead in the industries of the future?
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Quantum technologies are one of the emerging technologies deemed by experts to have the potential to radically transform the world. Quantum opens possibilities to process data that are too complex for today’s fastest computers. As a result, quantum technologies have strategic importance for the scientific and industrial competitiveness of the EU, a…
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Media Partnership: Win-wind solutions in the Baltic Sea region
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The offshore wind potential in the Baltic Sea region is estimated to be close to 100 GW by 2050. The first Baltic offshore projects will come online in the next few years and will gradually contribute to the decarbonisation of the Baltic energy systems. However, in order to take full advantage of the favourable geographical conditions in the Baltic…
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September 11th, 2024: Turkish-American Killed in West Bank, EU’s Defense Concerns, & Venezuelan Gang Activity
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The controversy surrounding the death of Aysenur Eygi, a 26-year-old Turkish-American shot during a riot in the West Bank. The IDF now admits likely responsibility, leading to international outrage. A landmark EU report reveals that nearly two-thirds of the bloc’s defense equipment is imported, mainly…
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Matthew C. Ehrlich, "The Krebiozen Hoax: How a Mysterious Cancer Drug Shook Organized Medicine" (U Illinois Press, 2024)
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The brainchild of an obscure Yugoslav physician, Krebiozen emerged in 1951 as an alleged cancer treatment. Andrew Ivy, a University of Illinois vice president and a famed physiologist dubbed “the conscience of U.S. science,” wholeheartedly embraced Krebiozen. Ivy’s impeccable credentials and reputation made the treatment seem like another midcentur…
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Trump v Harris: The debate that defined the US presidential race
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Vice-President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump met in Philadelphia on Tuesday evening (5 September) for their first – and likely their only – confrontation before the presidential election. With eight weeks to go, polls show candidates are running a neck-and-neck race that could easily swing both ways. Where do Trump and Harris stan…
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Why did von der Leyen delay announcing her team?
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What are the real reasons underlying European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen delaying announcing the portfolios for her executive? The official reason for the delay is that Slovenia has changed its nominee and the country’s parliament needs to ratify the new name. But the path to nominate commissioners is often turbulent, what else is af…
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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 10th, 2024: Ukrainian Drones Swarm Moscow & Israel Strikes Syrian Chemical Weapons Facility
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Moscow is reeling following a massive overnight drone attack by Ukraine, their largest attack on the Russian capital since the start of Putin’s war. An alleged Israeli airstrike in Syria appears to have struck a major research center linked to the Syrian military that has been tied to the production of…
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September 10th, 2024: Ukraine’s Faltering Front, Polish Sabotage Foiled, & Trump vs. Kamala
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We examine Russia’s ongoing push in eastern Ukraine. While Ukrainian forces continue their offensive into the Russian region of Kursk, Russian troops are steadily advancing, creating an increasingly dire situation for Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines. Following warnings from the CIA and MI6 about…
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Are We Experiencing a Crisis of Culture?
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In this episode of International Horizons, RBI director John Torpey spoke with Olivier Roy, professor of social and political sciences at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy, and author of The Crisis of Culture: Identity Politics and the Empire of Norms (Oxford University Press, 2024). Roy argues that neoliberal globalization is di…
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China’s Engagement with New Caledonia
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New Caledonia is a French territory comprising dozens of islands in the South Pacific. It possesses 25% of world’s nickel resources, a mineral critical in the development of weaponry. Several referenda on full independence from France have been held, but none have passed. In recent years, China has paid growing attention to the region, and New Cale…
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Draghi’s Report Risks Colliding With EU Political Reality
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A key and controversial recommendation of former Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi's competitiveness report was for Europe to have recourse to common debt instruments to keep the pace with competitors such as the US and China. But what happens when Draghi's recommendations come face to face with political reality in the EU? My colleague Vincenzo …
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Draghi: The EU to consider report's proposals or face 'slow agony'
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Mario Draghi handed his highly anticipated report on European competitiveness to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, outlining the urgent need to boost productivity to achieve the EU’s political and economic goals. Without significant progress, Europe risks falling further behind global competitors, particularly in the tech sector. …
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Ukraine's Trump Dread: Zelensky's Kursk Gambit and the US Election
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Shashank Joshi joins Tom and Helen to discuss Ukraine's recent shock incursion into Russian soil and whether there are still conditions in Western democracies to provide military and economic support for Ukraine...and would a Trump presidency spell the end for Ukraine? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Socialist regimes tend to follow the same playbook: promise much, deliver little, and, in the end, blame capitalism. Venezuela is the latest socialist entity to enter the Failed State Hall of Fame. Original article: The Dark Spectacle of Maduro: Elon Musk, Lula, and Electoral Fraud
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It may not have been created in the lab of a mad scientist, but the euro is still a manufactured, cobbled-together currency made from a number of national monetary units. Indeed, it is the perfect Frankenstein currency. Original article: The Euro Is a Frankenstein-Currency
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Politicians and hedge funds that push “Environmental, Social, and Governance” (ESG) scores and investing do so with the notion of improving social welfare. What they fail to realize is that these concerns are accounted for in human action already. Original article: ESG Undermines Social Welfare
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Herbert Butterfield, who taught history at Cambridge, had many insights on the sea changes brought about by World War I and the collapse of the Old World Order. The new order that followed, he realized, was not an improvement over what previously existed. Original article: The Wisdom of Herbert Butterfield…
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Modern egalitarians play down the idea of free will, claiming that free will is relevant only if individuals have no interference with their choices. Murray Rothbard, on the other hand, recognized that self-ownership and one's ability to engage in reason is enough to recognize free will. Original article: Rothbard on Liberty and Free Will…
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While recent European Parliament elections have raised questions about Ireland’s role in the EU, the truth is that Ireland’s historical role in civilizing Europe reminds us that Ireland is more European than the EU itself. Original article: Ireland, Authenticity, and the European Union
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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 9th, 2024: Russian Drones Breach NATO Airspace & Iran Restocks Moscow's Ballistic Missiles
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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Tensions are escalating in eastern Europe, as two members of NATO report that Russia violated their countries' airspace over the weekend with military drones purportedly meant for Ukraine. Reports have emerged that Putin’s friends in Iran have shipped hundreds of short-range ballistic missiles to Russi…
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How to bridge society's tech divide?
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The technological changes we are experiencing have the power to divide our societies deeply - making it all the more urgent to regain control. An episode by Hermine Donceel, brought to you by Euranet Plus. Image © asharkyu / ShutterstockDoor Euranet Plus
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September 9th, 2024: CIA & MI6 Warn of Russian Sabotage, Venezuelan Opposition on the Run, & ISIS Attacks Thwarted
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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’re kicking off with a significant warning from two of the West’s top intelligence agencies. In a rare joint op-ed, the heads of the CIA and MI6 are sounding the alarm about what they’re calling Russia's 'reckless campaign of sabotage across Europe.' We’ll have the details. Next, we turn to Venezuel…
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#27: 25 July 1914 II - Russian to Mobilise
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Here we address the question - now that Austria's ultimatum to Serbia had expired, and the Austrians had evacuated Belgrade, what was Russia going to do about it? The answer is as complicated as it is controversial. Russia's response revolved around military preparations; specifically, those preparations which would make the mobilisation of its eno…
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Could the European Parliament reject Italy’s Commission nominee?
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After European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen presents her list of Commissioners to the European Parliament this week, the legal affairs parliamentary committee will assess whether any conflict of interest would make them unable to carry out their duties. In 2019, von der Leyen asked Hungary and Romania to present new candidates for the …
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All the President’s women: the candidates competing for the next EU Commission
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As Brussels raises concerns about the next European Commission resembling a 'men's club', President Ursula von der Leyen stands firm on the need for gender balance among the nominees. While nine women have been proposed so far, von der Leyen suggested last week that the final count has reached double digits.Who are the remaining candidates, and whi…
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Episode 699 - September Midrats Free For All
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Summer is over, and it's time to focus on adult things once again. If it is of interest to from the Pacific to the Red Sea to the Potomac River—we have you covered. Showlinks: Royal Navy Ship Availability graphic CO USS John S. McCain relieved Egypt in Yemen Civil War 1960s/70s US Army Typhon (not Typhoon, I know) launcher Egypt's Interest in PRC A…
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BONUS: The Message That Changed Everything
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Today we'd like to direct your attention to another podcast that may be worth your time--Love What Matters. In a world full of challenges, this show shines a light on stories of hope, resilience, and the kind of kindness that can restore your faith in humanity. It’s a break from the noise and a reminder that good people are out there, making a diff…
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Yakov Feygin, "Building a Ruin: The Cold War Politics of Soviet Economic Reform" (Harvard UP, 2024)
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A masterful account of the global Cold War’s decisive influence on Soviet economic reform, and the national decay that followed. What brought down the Soviet Union? From some perspectives the answers seem obvious, even teleological—communism was simply destined to fail. When Yakov Feygin studied the question, he came to another conclusion: at least…
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The Relations of Estonia and Japan from the 19th Century to early-21st Century
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Is there much to say about historical ties between two countries that are 8000 kilometres apart from each other? Actually, yes. In this episode Ene Selart, Junior Lecturer at University of Tartu, talks about her new book The Relations of Estonia and Japan from the 19th Century to early-21st Century (Tartu Ülikooli Kirjastus, 2024) which explores su…
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Kenny and Andy grapple with the complexities of the global economy and how it’s related to all the political events that we see happening around us. Check us out! How to Order Your “What’s Left?” Shirt https://youtu.be/nItmqkrpWHU To see all our episodes go to: What’s Left? Website: https://whatsleftpodcast.com/ iTunes: Spotify: Bitchute: YouTube: …
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Big Brother Is Watching with Nolan Higdon
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**Join us Tuesday evenings for Macro ‘n Chill, an informal gathering where we listen to and discuss this podcast. Register here for our September 10th session https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/29d4cc27-0123-4885-aaa8-6ff95947498d@7d53fbd0-6b43-4143-9400-6b0b36a25e55 Steve’s guest is Nolan Higdon, an author and expert in media literacy. They …
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PDB Situation Report | September 7: Hostage Execution Fallout & Escalation in the South China Sea
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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We start with the tragic news of six hostages killed in Gaza by Hamas terrorists. We'll explore what this means for the future of the conflict. Former White House National Security Council official Richard Goldberg will provide insight. Later, tensions in the South China Sea rise again as a Chinese coast…
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Can Barnier fix a broken system?
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In our latest podcast, the team discusses the appointment of Michel Barnier as French prime minister, why this suits Le Pen, and how the left managed to turn an election victory into a defeat.Door Wolfgang Munchau
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Paul J. Kosmin, "Time and Its Adversaries in the Seleucid Empire" (Harvard UP, 2018)
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In the aftermath of Alexander the Great’s conquests, the Seleucid kings ruled a vast territory stretching from Central Asia to Anatolia, Armenia to the Persian Gulf. In a radical move to impose unity and regulate behavior, this Graeco-Macedonian imperial power introduced a linear and transcendent conception of time. Under Seleucid rule, time no lon…
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