Best Transatlantic Relations Podcasts (2024)

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Europse's astonishing lack of ambition 30:50

28m ago30:50

30:50

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the European elections, the lack of a unifying theme and the risk of political fragmentation.By Wolfgang Munchau

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The Future of Europe with Constanze Stelzenmüller and Nathalie Tocci 47:23

16m ago47:23

47:23

On April 25th, French President Emmanuel Macron gave a nearly two-hour-long speech at the Sorbonne that outlined his vision for Europe. In the context of major challenges such as Russia’s war against Ukraine, intensifying economic pressures, and more, Macron warned that “Europe today is mortal” and that “it can die” if Europeans fail to take united…

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Bonus Episode: Protests in Georgia and European Implications with Tinatin Japaridze and Eto Buziashvili 51:50

2h ago51:50

51:50

For today's special bonus episode, Max sat down with Tinatin Japaridze and Eto Buziashvili to discuss the ongoing protests taking place in Georgia. Georgian civil society is mobilizing yet again in opposition to the controversial "foreign agents" law being pushed by the ruling Georgian Dream party. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts…

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China's Expanding Ties with Latin America and the Caribbean 30:40

3d ago30:40

30:40

In the past few weeks, China’s relations with Latin America and the Caribbean have been making headlines. Newsweek published an exclusive story about plans to create a Chinese-run special economic zone on the island of Antigua that will have a port, a dedicated airline, its own customs and immigration procedures, and be able to issue passports. An …

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Phillip Ayoub | The Double-Helix Entanglements of Transnational Advocacy: SOGI Rights in Europe 44:33

2h ago44:33

44:33

The Double-Helix Entanglements of Transnational Advocacy: Moral Conservative Resistance to SOGI Rights in EuropePhillip M. Ayoub is a professor in the Department of Political Science at University College London and Editor of the European Journal of Politics and Gender. He is the author of three books, including When States Come Out: Europe’s Sexua…

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Céline Bessière | The Gender of Capital 55:47

2h ago55:47

55:47

Why do women of all socio-economic backgrounds accumulate less wealth than men? Why do marital separations impoverish women while they do not prevent men from remaining or becoming wealthy? In her new book co-authored with Sibylle Gollac, The Gender of Capital: How Families Perpetuate Wealth Inequalities (Harvard University Press, 2023), Céline Bes…

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Spain asserts leadership on Palestine 26:49

2h ago26:49

26:49

In our latest episode, our team discusses Spain asserting leadership on Palestine, and on the student protests spilling over to Europe.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Russian Influence on the Upcoming EU Elections 57:31

1h ago57:31

57:31

While the world’s attention has been focused on Russia’s military operation in Ukraine over the past two years, Moscow has continued its attempts to use other, nonmilitary tools to pursue its aggressive foreign policy objectives. Western democracies have been an important target of Russian malign influence. Particularly as both the European Union a…

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Macron’s Sorbonne Speech, Previewing the EU Parliament Election, and a Conversation with Rebecca Christie 49:27

5h ago49:27

49:27

Max and Donatienne discuss Emmanuel Macron’s latest speech about the future of Europe (0:55). Then, they will begin to unpack the EU parliamentary election (08:53) before briefly discussing Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent visit to Europe (14:55). Finally, we will turn to a conversation with Rebecca Christie, Senior Fellow at Bruegel, for a co…

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When it pours in Spain 27:09

2d ago27:09

27:09

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the extraordinary gap between the success of Spain's economy and the level of toxicity of Spanish politics.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Taking the Temperature of China’s Relationship with the United States and Europe 51:17

3d ago51:17

51:17

On Sunday, May 5th, Chinese President Xi Jinping will begin his first trip to Europe in five years. On this trip, Xi will make a high-profile two-day visit to France, where he is likely to encourage President Emmanuel Macron to continue pursuing an independent path from the United States regarding relations with Beijing. Xi will also make stops in …

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Illiberal Effects of Chinese Foreign Direct Investment 29:09

14d ago29:09

29:09

The Biden administration maintains that China is the only country with both the intent to reshape the international order and the power to do so. One part of China’s economic statecraft toolkit involves state-directed investments through high profile projects in the Belt and Road Initiative which are funded by loans through Chinese development bank…

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China and us 28:11

9d ago28:11

28:11

In our latest podcast, our team discusses Europe's hardening stance on China, and the history of that relationship.By Wolfgang Munchau

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U.S. National Security Supplemental Passes, Rise of Foreign Interference in European Politics, and a Conversation with Ambassador Ivo Daalder 50:29

11d ago50:29

50:29

Max’s Ukraine trip and the passage by the U.S. Congress of a national security supplemental (0:48), foreign interference (15:43), Ivo Daalder (23:22) Max and Donatienne discuss Max’s trip to Ukraine and the long-awaited passage of a U.S. national security supplemental (00:48). Then, they briefly discuss the recent flurry of foreign influence attemp…

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The State of the War in Ukraine with Michael Kofman 54:10

18d ago54:10

54:10

As the war in Ukraine continues into its third year, the mood has become increasingly dark. While territorial changes continue to be minor, Russia’s slow but steady advances along the front lines could become large losses for Ukraine. This is especially likely if Kyiv is unable to overcome worsening shortages of both material and personnel. As mili…

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Article 23: Implications for Hong Kong 25:29

23d ago25:29

25:29

When Hong Kong was handed over to China by the United Kingdom 1997, the city was given a mini-Constitution called the “Basic Law.” Article 23 of the Basic Law states that Hong Kong shall enact laws of its own to prohibit various national security offenses. The law did not pass, however, and was scrapped after mass protests in 2003. And in 2020, the…

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Far Right - hopeless but not serious 28:58

25d ago28:58

28:58

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the unity, or lack of unity, of the far-right in Europe. The discussion on the migration pact shows that they divide on national lines, and are unlikely to constitute a united political force.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Interpreting the Recent Turkish Elections with Asli Aydintaşbaş and Steven Cook 48:18

25d ago48:18

48:18

Just under a year ago, Turkish President Erdogan won another five years in power in the Turkish presidential election. Last week, however, local election results in Turkey delivered a harsh blow to the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). Although the gap at the national level wasn’t huge, the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) won a…

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NATO Ministerial, TTC in Leuven, and a Conversation with Ignacio Molina 43:48

25d ago43:48

43:48

Donatienne and Otto discuss the recent meeting of NATO foreign ministers, including the Secretary-General Stoltenberg’s idea to set up a five-year, €100 billion fund to continue supporting Ukraine (01:03). Then, they will briefly discuss the latest meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council in Leuven, Belgium (11:15) and the results from the…

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How big are we? 28:56

1M ago28:56

28:56

In our latest podcast, our team discusses how the difficulty of measuring economic performance, and economic size, is affecting policy decisions, like western support for Ukraine and pension reforms.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Macron’s Change in Tune and the War in Ukraine 46:45

1M ago46:45

46:45

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, there has been a notable evolution in France’s approach toward Moscow. In the initial months following the invasion, French President Emmanuel Macron continued to engage diplomatically with Vladimir Putin, controversially insisting that the West must not humiliate Moscow, prompting harsh criti…

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Transatlantic Perspectives on China: Consensus and Divergence 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

In the past decade, policy toward China has hardened on both sides of the Atlantic. Governments and publics across Europe and in the United States view Xi Jinping as implementing more repressive policies domestically and more aggressive policies abroad. The US and most capitals in Europe see Beijing as seeking to revise the international order in w…

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Journal Editorial - Breathing danger: linking air pollution to cardiovascular disease and increased risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm 7:33

1M ago7:33

7:33

With Omar Hahad & Andreas Daiber, University Medical Center of the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Mainz - Germany Link to paper Link to editorialBy European Society of Cardiology

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March EUCO Summit, CEE Roundup, and a Conversation with Jeff Rathke 50:00

2M ago50:00

50:00

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent European Council meeting and the implications for Ukraine and European defense. Then, they turn to recent developments in Central and Eastern Europe, including Slovakia’s presidential election and the latest turmoil in negotiations to form a new Bulgarian government. Finally, Max and Donatienne turn to a conver…

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The Weimar Triangle and Future European Security 49:59

2M ago49:59

49:59

Welcome to Cosmic Top Secret, the definitive podcast on NATO's past, present, and future. In this episode, we explore the pivotal role of the Weimar Triangle—comprising France, Germany, and Poland—in shaping the security order of Europe. With insights from Andrea Rotter, heading the Foreign and Security Policy Division at the Hans Seidel Foundation…

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Dithering over Ukraine 30:01

1M ago30:01

30:01

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the shades of grey that have emerged in western countries' support for Ukraine. It's no longer a debate between victory and defeat.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Journal Editorial - Transatlantic differences in the use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators in arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy 8:04

1M ago8:04

8:04

With Perry Elliott, University College London, London - United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland & Athanasios Bakalakos, Barts Heart Centre, London - United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland. Link to paper Link to editorialBy European Society of Cardiology

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Putin’s Fifth Term and Russian Domestic Politics 45:50

2M ago45:50

45:50

This past weekend, Russians went to the polls for the country’s presidential election. To the surprise of no one, Vladimir Putin emerged victorious with a record-high 87 percent of the vote—or so the Kremlin claims. In the wake of the death of Alexey Navalny and Putin’s bans on attempts of alternative candidates, such as Boris Nadezhdin, to compete…

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Episode #20: India’s 2024 Elections: Narendra Modi – Domestic Agenda, Opposition Coalitions, and Religious Divides 32:34

2M ago32:34

32:34

We sat down with Chiara Leorato to talk about the upcoming Indian elections taking place from 19 April 2024 to 1 June 2024. We talked about Modi’s strategy both domestically and internationally, the role of the INDIA Alliance (opposition coalition against the Bharatiya Janata Party) in Modi’s strategies, and how the structure of the voting system p…

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China's Diplomacy in the Israel-Hamas War and Red Sea Crisis 32:41

2M ago32:41

32:41

On a previous episode of the China Global Podcast, we discussed Beijing’s position on the conflict in Gaza during the early days following Hamas’ attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. Today, we discuss one of the conflict’s spillover effects– the attacks on cargo and trade ships transiting the Red Sea by the Houthis, an Iranian-backed Shia group go…

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Wilders tactical retreat 23:47

2M ago23:47

23:47

In our latest podcast, our team discusses Geert Wilder's decision not to become prime minister, and why the far-right Chega is so strong in Portugal.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Franco-German Engine Sputters on Ukraine and a Conversation with Ambassador Charles Fries 53:46

2M ago53:46

53:46

Max and Donatienne discuss the recent Franco-German spat on Ukraine and the direction of European defense before turning to the EU’s new defense industrial strategy. Then, Max talks to Ambassador Charles Fries, Deputy Secretary General for Peace, Security and Defense at the European External Action Service (EEAS), about the EU’s role as a defense a…

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Budgets aren't what they used to be 25:17

2M ago25:17

25:17

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the impact of falling productivity growth on budgets, and political cycles. The era of the political budget is over, as we can see in the UK.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Franco-German Tensions and the War in Ukraine 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

Last week, French President Emmanuel Macon made waves when he said that he had not ruled out sending ground troops to fight in Ukraine. This statement prompted a strong reaction from Russian President Vladimir Putin, and for many of France’s NATO allies to distance themselves from Macron’s statement and potential escalation. One of the most notable…

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Europe disunites over Ukraine 27:04

2M ago27:04

27:04

In our latest podcast, out team discusses the future of European security without the US, and with France and Germany on opposite sides of the debate.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Mapping China's Influence in Myanmar's Crisis 33:59

2M ago33:59

33:59

On February 1st 2021, the Tatmadaw, or Myanmar military began a coup d’etat against the democratically-elected government, which was led by the National League for Democracy (or NLD) just before elected officials from the November 2020 elections could be sworn in. Since then, Myanmar has been largely controlled by a military junta, who continue to …

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Von Der Leyen Vies for Second Term and a Conversation with Ilaria Mazzocco 44:56

3M ago44:56

44:56

Max and Donatienne discuss Ursula von der Leyen’s bid for a second term as European Commission President and Dutch PM Mark Rutte vying to succeed Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Secretary General. Finally, Max and Donatienne are joined by Ilaria Mazzocco, senior fellow with the Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at CSIS, for a conversation on…

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German Politics and the Alternative for Germany (AfD) Party 41:27

3M ago41:27

41:27

Throughout January, Germany witnessed weeks of mass protests against the far-right in numerous towns and cities across the country. The immediate impetus for these demonstrations was the revelation that leaders of the Alternative for Germany party, or AfD, had met with neo-Nazis to discuss potential large-scale deportations of certain segments of t…

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Discussing Two Years of War in Ukraine with Marie Yovanovitch and William Taylor 46:07

3M ago46:07

46:07

February 24 marks the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Heading into the third year of war, Ukraine faces a challenging outlook. No longer are U.S. and European leaders talking about Russia’s strategic failure in its invasion. Indeed, the Kremlin appears confident that things are heading in Russia’s direction after Ukra…

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Flashpoints in the US-China Relationship 22:08

3M ago22:08

22:08

Many books about US-China strategic competition have been published in recent years. This episode will focus on Facing China: The Prospect for War and Peace, which examines various flashpoints in the Indo-Pacific that could result in military conflict. There are several reasons why this book stands out: First, it includes an examination of debates …

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Beyond Trump 30:51

3M ago30:51

30:51

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the long-term impact Donald Trump on European foreign and security policy. Trump is a threat in the short run, but an opportunity in the long run.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Hal Brands on the Looming Threat of Global Conflict 53:17

3M ago53:17

53:17

During the past two years, the world has seen the eruption of two major conflicts in two different regions. In Europe, Russia has launched a war of aggression against Ukraine in an attempt to reclaim a sphere of influence, while in the Middle East, Iran’s longstanding policy of enabling proxies including Hamas has resulted in a major war in Gaza an…

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Trump’s NATO Comments and a Conversation with Emily Benson 44:27

3M ago44:27

44:27

Max and Donatienne discuss former President Donald Trump’s latest comments on NATO from the campaign trail in South Carolina and the reactions in Europe. Then, they briefly cover the recent protests by European farmers and the reemergence of a power-sharing government in Northern Ireland. Finally, Max and Donatienne are joined by Emily Benson, dire…

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Episode #19: Transatlantic Insight: Rishi Sunak – Navigating AI Regulation, Intelligence Coordination, and Security Debates in a Post-Brexit Era 46:05

3M ago46:05

46:05

We sat down with Michele Testoni, professor of International Relations at IE University and a member of both the Asociación Española de Ciencia Política y de la Administración (AECPA) and the Transatlantic Studies Association (TSA) to talk about Rishi Sunak and his role in US-UK intelligence sharing. We talked about Sunak’s creation of the safety i…

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Enhancing Defense and Innovation: NATO's Path Forward 55:51

3M ago55:51

55:51

In this riveting episode of Cosmic Top Secret, Professor Michael John Williams delves deep into the intricacies of NATO's strategic evolution and its response to contemporary challenges with Dan Fata. With Fata's extensive background in national security and defense, the conversation illuminates NATO's journey towards increased defense spending, ca…

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When the money runs out 27:34

3M ago27:34

27:34

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the austerity that is now descending on the EU, the consequence of Franco-German fiscal divergence, and how aid for Ukraine fits into this.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Cosmic Top Secret: Dr. Stefanie Babst on NATO, Ukraine, and Strategic Course Change 40:14

3M ago40:14

40:14

Cosmic Top Secret: Dr. Stefanie Babst on NATO, Ukraine, and Strategic Course Change In this gripping episode of Cosmic Top Secret, host Professor Michael John Williams engages with Dr. Stefanie Babst, a distinguished former NATO staff member with over two decades of service, including leading NATO's Strategic Foresight Team. Dr. Babst shares her pr…

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Russia's Election and Putin's Power 54:50

3M ago54:50

54:50

In March of 2024, Russia will hold a presidential election. While Vladimir Putin is nearly certain to win another term in office given the Kremlin’s efforts to control the outcome and repress the opposition, it is far from certain how domestic dynamics in the country more broadly will play out in the months and years to come. As we approach the two…

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China’s Central Foreign Affairs Work Conference: Implications for PRC Foreign Policy 30:42

3M ago30:42

30:42

On December 27 and 28, 2023, the Communist Party of China held the Central Conference on Work Relating to Foreign Affairs. This was the sixth such meeting – the first one was held way back in 1971. This Foreign Affairs Work Conference was the third held under Xi Jinping’s leadership, with earlier meetings held in 2014 and 2018. Xi delivered a major…

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Farmers rise 32:01

3M ago32:01

32:01

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the spread of farmers' protests in Europe, why they are happening, and the disparate ways European governments are reacting to them.By Wolfgang Munchau

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