The Greater European Talks
By Institute for a Greater Europe
As well as our regular publications we wish to bring you a roundup of the news from each region the Institute follows.
The Greater European TalksApr 25, 2022
GET #48 - Are Sanctions Against Russia Working?
As a response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, the United States, the European Union, and other countries rapidly adopted a variety of diplomatic and economic sanctions. This podcast covers whether or not the sanctions imposed on Russia are effective.
In this episode, Eylül Erva Akın asked Mohammad Ali Zafar about the effectiveness of Russia's sanctions. Sound engineered by Iacopo Taddia.
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GET #47 - Talking About Time: Old Puzzles, New Solutions
The third instalment of the mini-series on the politics of time.
GET #46 - US Role in the Russia-Ukraine War
At the centre of this episode is a discussion between Eylül Erva Akın and Carlos Jalil about the United States' role in the Russia-Ukraine war. You will hear about the sanctions that the US put on Russia, the humanitarian response and help that the US gave to the people of Ukraine, the US-contribution EU's to energy security in Europe, and more.
Produced and hosted by Eylül Erva Akın. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
GET #45 - Talking About Time: Immigration, Emotion and War's Pax Tempus?
In the second instalment of the mini-series on the politics of time, Adith Srinivasan explores the ins and outs of political temporality studies in conversation with Elizabeth F. Cohen (Syrucase University), Ty Solomon (University of Glasgow), and Mirko Palestrino (Queen Mary University of London). Reflective of the ubiquity of time and temporality in political and social life, the panel's discussions range from the temporality of immigration processes, to the role of conceptions of time in narrative formation, and the effect of temporality on notions of victory in war. All students with a curiosity about time are sure to find something of interest explored in this episode!
Check out our channel to see the other episodes of the mini series Talking About Time: Temporality and Its Discontent.
Produced by Adith Srinivasan for The Greater European Talks. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
GET #44 - Talking About Time: Einstein, Fluvial Metaphors, and Weaponised Time
This is the first of three episodes in the mini series Talking About Time: Temporality and Its Discontent. Nomi Claire Lazar, Andrew Hom, and Chris McIntosh appear as guests in this episode. Check out our channel to see the other episodes of the mini series.
Produced by Adith Srinivasan for The Greater European Talks. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
GET #43 - UK-Rwanda Asylum Deal
It was announced by British Home Secretary Priti Patel that the United Kingdom and Rwanda would form an "economic development partnership" in April 2022. However, this arrangement threatens the global refugee protection. It puts refugees at risk by removing any sense of control over their destiny and putting them in the hands of smugglers and traffickers.
The United Kingdom's controversial deal with Rwanda to relocate certain asylum seekers there as a permanent destination symbolises the next step in a broader policy push by some high-income countries to externalise migration management.
In this episode, our host Eylül Erva Akın posed important questions to Thomas Yaw Voets regarding the UK-Rwanda asylum deal. You'll hear about whether or not outsourcing asylum responsibility is in accordance with international human rights, how the UK immigrant population and British/international public respond to this deal, and much more. Sound engineered by José Ignacio Oliveros.
Thomas Yaw Voets is the Desk Officer of IGE's Human Rights Bureau, and an academic assistant in the field of European Union Law at the University of Antwerp. He has researched and worked on the themes of migration and Rwanda's (foreign) policy, both as a student and when working for a Member of the European Parliament.
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GET #42 - How to Handle Devastating News?
Political scientists are the first ones to get notified when major world events occur. Especially nowadays, these devastating news can have a negative impact on the professional's mental health. In this episode, Sophia Cerda, one of our writers, talks about ways to cope with world events as part of the international relations community.
Produced and hosted by Asimina Melissi. Research and content by Sophia Cerda. Sound engineered by José Ignacio Oliveros.
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GET #41 - French Elections: Shifting Europe's Equilibrium
The French Presidential elections are currently in the limelight as they could shift the equilibrium within Europe. In this episode, we're joined by two writers from our institute, Adrian Waters and Thibaut Charlier, to discuss the possible results and what actions have been taken by the two top candidates, Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen, the role of the French population, and last but definitely not least, the media's influence. Enjoy!
Produced and hosted by Asimina Melissi. Research and content by Adrian Waters and Thibaut Charlier. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
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GET #40 - Unpacking the Conference on the Future of Europe: What's next?
The Conference on the Future of Europe (CoFoE) has brought together all European citizens to discuss the European Union's future since May 2021.
In this episode, Juuso Järviniemi provided insightful views on the CoFoE and addressed questions about the citizen proposals, the main challenges the EU will face in order to achieve its aims, and the future stages for CoFoEs in the short and long term. You will also learn about the Young European Federalists (JEF) and their campaigning during the Conference in this episode.
Produced and hosted by Eylül Erva Akın. Sound engineering by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
GET #39 - Russia's Expulsion from the Council of Europe - 'No Longer a Member of This Organisation'
The invasion in Ukraine, which is a fundamental violation of international law, ignited a clear reaction from the Council of Europe. On March 16, 2022, the Committee of Ministers took a firm stance by deciding on the withdrawal of the Russian Federation from the Council of Europe. Questions surrounding the withdrawal have been the subject of many scholarly debates, which is what we're discussing in this episode. Diego Sanchez, our deputy-editor-in-chief and Mikhail Zakharov, one of our writers, discuss the resolution of the European Court of Human Rights on the 22nd of March, the possibility of being a Member of the Council but remaining subject to the jurisdiction of the Court and the Court's announcement on accepting applications on human rights violations. Enjoy!
This episode was produced and hosted by Asimina Melissi. Research and content by Diego Sanchez and Mikhail Zakharov. Sound engineering by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
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GET #38 - Traineeship at the Council of Europe - Experience from the Strasbourg Headquarters
Do you ever want to work as a trainee at the Council of Europe, the continent's leading human rights organisation with 46 member states? Or do you ever wish to be a part of the organisation that signed the European Convention on Human Rights?
In this episode, Eylül Erva Akin asks Rana Gülnihal Genç and Clara Ariño Garcia about their previous experiences as trainees at the Council of Europe's Strasbourg headquarters. In this episode, we answer the following questions: How to make an application? How to stand out from the rest of the thousands of applicants? What is it like to work for an international organisation? Enjoy listening.
This episode was produced and hosted by Eylül Erva Akin. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros.
If you would like to join one of our future episodes, please email us at podcast@institutegreatereurope.com
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GET #37 - The Ukrainian Crisis and the Western Balkan Enlargement Agenda
To start off the new season, Lutjona Lula, a researcher focusing on Western Balkans and EU integration, tackles the current Ukraine crisis and the impact it could have on the Western Balkans. We discuss the possibility of a refugee crisis, the effect on EU integration and the role of the EU and NATO when it comes to the enlargement agenda. This episode was hosted and produced by Asimina Melissi. Sound engineered by Jose Ignacio Oliveros. Research and content by Lutjona Lula.
If you would like to join one of our future episodes, please email us at podcast@institutegreatereurope.com
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GET #36 - Insects Incoming? The Future of Food in Europe and Beyond
You think of insects as pests, but could they also be our solution to the imminent threats of overpopulation, food scarcity and the climate crisis? On this episode, Oliver is joined by a panel of experts for a deep-dive into how the integration of insect protein into our food and agricultural practices could revolutionise our lives, and what role the EU is playing in exploiting the immense potential this emerging industry holds.Our guests are open to being contacted about the points discussed in this episode. If you would like to reach, please do so using the contact details below:
Robert Pienaar - robert.pienaar@etu.univ-tours.fr
Dr Henry Greathead - H.M.R.Greathead@leeds.ac.uk
Chao Yu De - bs18ydc@leeds.ac.uk
GET #35 - The Lebanese Crisis, Where to go from here?
Join us today a year on from our original talk with Maryam Nsaif to discuss the crisis in Lebanon which has only worsened since July 2020. The Beirut Blast, economic instability, and a host of prime ministerial resignations has only rocked the country further. With George Saade and returning Maryan Nsaif, we discuss the crisis further, the complex web of issues, and the emotionally difficult situation many Lebanese are facing. For any of those wishing to help from outside, please do consider donating at Offrejoie (https://offrejoie.org/); Impact Lebanon (https://www.impactlebanon.org/); Arc en Ciel (https://www.arcenciel.org/en/)
GET #34 - German Elections 2021 - The (Lack Of) Change In A Post-Merkel Germany.
Philippe and Oliver discuss on the last German elections and the difficulties to create the new government.
GET #33 - The State of Civil Society after Covid-19
Today we talk with Anna Sevortian, Executive Director of the EU-Russia Civil Society Forum, about her part in their new report on the state of civil society. With Covid-19 having wrought havoc on our societies, economies, and people, what has the effects of the pandemic been on Civil society organisations? We explore some of the reports findings, as well as some insights from Anna herself, with decades of experience in working in Civil Society. You can find more information and the report on the EU Russia CSF's website here https://eu-russia-csf.org/project/state-of-civil-society/ ! And don't forget to look out for our EUrope Lab project with the EU Russia CSF in July!
GET#32 - Making the EU a Global Actor with Federica Mogherini
What is the EU? For many it can be an economic bloc, a continental forum, or something more. For some more adventurous, it has become a global actor, with the ability to shape global affairs as well as think globally in all its efforts. Today we talk with Federica Mogherini, former High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy of the Union about her role in promoting the EU as a global actor through the 2016 global strategy, a watershed moment for the EU and its global efforts. What was it like to put this together, how has it been implemented? Find out and more in todays discussion!
GET #31 - Belarus - What does the Future hold?
Only a week after the hijacking of a Ryanair flight to arrest a Belarusian Journalist, we discuss what the future holds for the Belarusian people, state, and dictator Lukashenko. Joining us in this discussion are two belarusian students, Katsiaryna Shafranovich and Maryia Ditchkowska, along with Institute writer Thomas Voets, and Philippe.
GET #30 - Bodies Unbound
Bodies Unbound is an important project run by April Yee, Lena Chen and Elise Hanrahan about reckoning with Europe’s long history of policing the bodies of women of colour. As part of the Europe Lab with the EU-Russia Civil Society Forum, they are working to put together a performance documentary poetry that will bring to light European histories of sexist and racist policing, while centering the women of color who seek liberation from state control. We talk to the projects organisers to talk more about the importance of the topic in todays world, as well as the challenges in creating it. Make sure to check out Bodies Unbound when it is unveiled at the Europe Lab 2021 alongside IGEs project Places in the Sun.
For further information about some of the sources we mentioned during the podcast, see: https://www.nourbese.com/poetry/zong-3/ https://www.shondaland.com/act/a36080121/colonial-history-that-contributed-to-atlanta-shootings/
GET #29 - The Winds of Change in Germany – Elections after Merkel
Excitement is not usually a go to word when describing German politics, but this years federal elections elicit the usage of it. With Chancellor Angela Merkel standing down, there is a new change in german politics, whether people like it or not. Join us in todays episode where we discuss this change with Stephan Raab, based in Bavaria itself, and Oliver Lawrie, student of German and Austrian politics, moderated as always by Philippe.
GET #28: EU-ducation in the Near abroad
In this episode we take a very niche look at a part of Europe's neighbourhood policy not often talked about, but very relevant, education. As many of us at the Institute are students ourselves, we take a look with Michela and Stephan into some of the organisations and policies that the EU uses in the region, why, and what do they do?
GET #27: Working with the Future: A World after the Pandemic
What can we learn from the future for today? In this episode we are talking with Prof. Roberto Poli, who is a professor for Future Studies at the University of Trento, about his experience with researching the future. We are also joined by Isabella Mavellia and Marisa De Schepper from Greener EU (https://www.greenereu.com/), an initiative for sustainable tourism.
GET #26: Grand Strategy and Great Power Politics with Prof. Sven Biscop
What is Grand Strategy and how can we manage Great Power competition in the 21st Century? These are all questions that we engage with today with Professor Sven Biscop through his upcoming Book on Grand Strategy in 10 words, a guide to Great Power Politics. As director of "Europe in the world" at the Egmont Institute for Foreign Affairs in Brussels, Prof. Biscop is a renowned name in European strategy and foreign relations and we're very happy to have him on the Greater European Talks! You can buy his upcoming book at all good (open) bookstores in June 2021 or preorder at Bristol University Press: https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/grand-strategy-in-10-words
GET #25: The Burmese Coup with Chair of EU-AP Studies
Today we talk with our new Chair of EU Asia Pacific Studies about a critical geopolitical issue dominating South-east Asia. On the 1st of February, Burmese Generals took control of the levers of power in Myanmar, and putting under house arrest the former civilian leader. With the state of emergency proposed to last a year, but with echoes of past military dictatorships, what does this mean for the region, and for Europe?
GET #24: Future World Order with Maha Aziz
Join Stephan and Philippe with our first interview on the podcast with Maha Aziz, Author of Future World Order, a bestselling book all about Global Risk analysis and what the future has in store for us. Also famous for her educational cartoons, we discuss her thoughts for the future, the themes she explored in our book, and more! Do read our book review by Stephan and look out for Maha's new book coming this Spring on the Covid 19 Effect! You can follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/globalkidcomic or check out the book at https://futureworldorder.org/
GET #23 - The Young Leader Voices with Luca Arfini
Today we talk with young leader Luca Arfini about one of his exciting new projects the Young Leader Voices. As a series of talks with young leaders across Europ, we share the desire to promote youth initiatives and ideas across the continent. Check out Luca's projects at https://www.young-leaders-voices.com/ and listen in for a preview of the project and some interesting ideas on how we can promote young voices in Europe
GET #22 The Conference on the Future of Europe
The Conference on the Future of Europe is an exciting and pivotal event that could shape the future of the European Union. Join us today as we discuss this further with Teun Janssen, Manuel Maria f. Sousa, and Annamária Lévai from different perspectives, moderated as always by Philippe.
GET #21: US Election Special 2020
The US elections are a pivotal election not just for Americans but for all of Greater Europe. Join us as we discuss what the election meant for Americans, for Europe, and for the wider international system upon Joe Biden's acension to the presidency. Join the Institute's Philippe and Jack, alongside speakers Maegan Cross and Anna-Liisa Merilinde from both sides of the Atlantic for this exciting discussion on the next four years
GET #20: Libyia's Resigned Governments, Israel-UAE Agreement, and China's MENA influence
Join this week Philippe, Dayle and Pierfrancesco from our new partner the European Student think tank as we discuss news items from the Middle East and North Africa.
GET #19: The Election Special, Local, Nationals, and Referenda
Central and Southeast Europe - Together with Ruxandra, Iva and Adrian, Philippe discusses the elections in countries such as Montenegro Macedonia and Romania, but also on the Swiss referendum.
GET #18: Referenda on Cutting Down and Cutting Out, Macron in Lebanon
In this episode, Philppe Lefevre discusses with Gary Paterson and Adrian Waters on the potentiality for a Scottish referendum and the recent Italian referendum for shrinking the Parliament and the last visit of Macron in Lebanon.
GET #17: Elections from Belarus and Georgia, Polish LGBTQ+ Crackdown
In this episode, Philippe Lefevre together with Stephan Raab and Dariy Burov discuss on Russia and Eastern Europe
GET #16: Tik-Tok's Bifurcation of the Internet, and Abe's Ministerial Woes
Listen to the new episode of our Talks hosted by Philippe Lefevre and our special guest Yuki Moritani about how Japan is managing the Covid situation and about the political crisis around the famous Tik Tok.
GET #15: The Lebanese Crisis and Protests, and Continued Pressure in Libya
Join us in the last discussion with Philippe Lefevre, and Maryam Nsaif on the Middle East and North Africa, in particular Libya.
GET #14: Balkan Special, Protests from Serbia and Bulgaria, with Kosovar and Romanian perspectives
Today marks one of our first tighly linked episode all on developments in the Balkans. Join Philippe Lefevre, Adam Kovac, Lorena Sekiraqa, and Ruxandra Seniuc as we discuss the trials and tribulations in many countries on the peninsula. Riots and protests abound in this episode as we take on the protests that erupted in Serbia and Bulgaria, and the responses in Kosovo and Romania!
GET #13: Russian Bounties, US Troops leaving Germany, France's New PM
In this episode of the GET we look at Western Europe and the Atlantic region. Join Philippe, Jack, and Dayle as they discuss more about the possible Russian paying of bounties on US and British soldiers in Afghanistan, US moving of troops out of Germany and the new French prime minister!
GET #12: Controvertial Elections, PiS, Belarus, and the Russian Constitution
Today we take a look at the various elections and referenda coming up over Russia and Eastern Europe. Join us as we look into the Polish and Belarusian Presidential elections and the ongoing saga with the Russian constitutional referendum. With thanks to Anatastia Vasileva, Nadezha Kamenkovic and Jakub Stepaniuk for joining us too!
GET #11: The Politics of Free Trade from Vietnam to Japan
In our episode today we look at Eurasia, and with Philippe and Timothée as to the new relationships, the UK is trying to forge with Japan, as well as the EU's recently ratified FTA with Vietnam. What does this mean for the politics and economies of the country? Listen today to find out!
GET #10: Israeli Annexation Plans, Western Sahara, and Haftar's defeat in Libya
In today's episode join Philippe, Nadezhda and Dariy as they discuss the EU's influence in Israel, including its response to the annexation plans; The often ignored Western Sahara Issue; and what the Libyan general Haftars losses in Libya mean for Europe.
GET #9: Kosovar Constitutional Crisis and Nord Stream II, Part II
Central and Southeast Europe - in this episode Philippe Lefevre together with Nadezhda Kamenokovich discuss Central and Southeast European situation
GET #8: REM Woes, EU health law, and Broken Treaties
In this episode, Phillippe Lefevre talks about Western Europe and the Atlantic region with Dariy Burov, Jack Lashendock, Diego Sanchez
GET #7: WWII's Memory Problems, Russia's Constitution, SA relations, and the 100 days of Zelensky
In this 7th episode, Philippe Lefevre talks about Russia and Eastern Europe with Dariy Burov, Nadezhda Kamenokovich and Jonas Lammens
GET #6: Kim-Jon Un's Dissapearing Act, Islamophobia in Asia, and the South China Sea
In this episode, Philippe Lefevre discusses with Nikhil Dongol and Valentina Tonino from Bridge Europe, our partner, on the situation in Eurasia
GET #5: Lebanese Protests, Operation Irni, and the new Israeli Government
In this episode Philippe Lefevre discusses with Robin Schmahl and José W. Zaarour on Middle East and North Africa.
GET #4: Balkan Accession Talks, Kosovar Political Crisis and Czech Controversy
In this episode of The Greater European Talks, we discuss Central and Southern Europe affairs, Balkans and Turkey in Covid-19's time. Our guests for this episode are Lutjona Lula and Jeyhun Aliyev from our board.
GET #3: Covid-19 from Canada to India
In this episode, we talk with our expert at the Institute for a Greater Europe about how Northen, Eastern Europe reacted to Covid-19, with a special focus on the extra-Europe situation in Canada and India.
GET #2: Delayed Olympics, Afghanistan, and more Covid!
Join us in our second episode where we shed some light on newer topics discussing a major attack in Afghanistan and its implications going forward, the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Olympics, now reeling from the impact of Covid, and the wider impacts the virus is having on the world!
Joining us today is again Philippe, hosting this time, Jack, and Ines, two wonderful new people on our podcast. We're very thankful for our producer Marcell, and look forward to posting our continued series over the years!
As always, we hope you enjoy this podcast and please do check our our website and social media for more!
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GET #1: Russia and Eastern Europe
Welcome to the first episode of the Greater European Talks, the podcast from the Institute for a Greater Europe with Internationalism. Each week we take a unique perspective on an area of Greater Europe.
Today we're discussing Russia and Eastern Europe.
Joining us today is Philippe, the Chair of the Institute and Jamie, Russian and Eastern European Editor for the Institute.
As always, we hope you enjoy this podcast and please do check our our website and social media for more!
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