Best Maghreb Podcasts (2024)

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Talos x TLG: Harnessing Equitable Tech Futures 32:28

5M ago32:28

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For our 4th episode, we are joined by Vilas Dhar, President of the Patrick J. Mcgovern Foundation, AI ethicist, and appointee to the UN High-Level Advisory Body on Artificial Intelligence. This week, it’s all about the need to support technology creation that is fair and equitable through public and third-sector efforts. This week we are learning…

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Talos x TLG: The Private Sector & Techno-Diversity 44:23

5M ago44:23

44:23

On the 3rd episode of this series, we are joined by Ronaldo Lemos - co-founder of the Brazilian Internet Bill of Rights and the National IoT Plan. Founder of the Institute for Technology of Rio de Janeiro, he is also a professor at Schwarzman College in Beijing, at Columbia University and still a lawyer. This week it’s all about how we need to buil…

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Talos x TLG: Reimagining Tech Accountability 40:06

6M ago40:06

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This week’s episode, Mathilde is hosting Sabhanaz Diya, the founder of Tech Global Institute as well as a senior fellow for the Center for International Governance Innovation. Whilst working for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as well as for Meta as the Head for Bangladesh, she developed expertise at the intersection between advocacy and impl…

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The Maghreb: The Era of Gaddafi 25:05

6M ago25:05

25:05

Across the dunes of time, the winds of change have often reshaped nations. Welcome to "The Looking Glass." I'm Kosi Ogbuli, your guide through the intricate maze of history and politics. Today, we step back into 1969, when a young Muammar Gaddafi changed Libya forever. This is Episode 2: "The Winds of Change." Dirk Vandewalle, a renowned expert fro…

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Talos x TLG: What Role(s) Can The UN Play? 47:43

6M ago47:43

47:43

Welcome on Talos, a new podcast in partnership with The Looking Glass. My name is Mathilde Barge and I will be taking you on a journey across different technology policy profiles, asking real questions about what it entails, what we can do about it, and how it is evolving. This week’s episode,I had the pleasure of talking with Eleonore Fournier Tom…

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The Maghreb: The Birth of Libya 48:34

6M ago48:34

48:34

Welcome to "The Looking Glass," the show where we reflect on the stories that shape our world. I’m Kosi Ogbuli, and in this inaugural episode of this mini-series, we journey back to the early 20th century to witness the birth of a nation - Libya. It's a tale of independence, monarchy, and the shaping of a country's identity amid the waves of change…

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"The Left in 2024" with Vijay Prashad 46:26

7M ago46:26

46:26

Renowned historian, intellectual, and journalist Vijay Prashad joins the pod to discuss how the political left sees the year ahead. Vijay Prashad is an Indian historian and journalist. Prashad is the author of forty books, including Washington Bullets, Red Star Over the Third World, The Darker Nations: A People's History of the Third World and The …

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Gaza Situation Report with Jason Terry 32:20

8M ago32:20

32:20

Jason Terry (He/Him), Director of Strategic Programs at UNRWA USA, joins the pod to discuss the harrowing situation unfolding in Gaza. Things will have changed by the time you have listened to this episode. Remember to leave 5-stars and share with a friend!By The SAIS Review of International Affairs

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The World Bank and your Livelihood 31:38

9M ago31:38

31:38

Today, we're exploring the critical role of the World Bank Inspection Panel in protecting livelihoods through its 30 years of operations. We'll be discussing the insights and experiences gained from various inspection cases, particularly focusing on a recent investigation in Togo, West Africa." Remember to leave 5-stars and share with a friend!…

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Don't Call it a Farmer-Herder Conflict 45:56

9M ago45:56

45:56

Today, we're joined by two experts: Laura Sanders from Cetus Global and Dougoukolu Alpha Oumar, a geopolitics analyst, clinical psychologist, and a SAIS alum and someone who can speak truth to power regarding Fulani communities across West Africa. "Don't Call it a Farmer Herder Conflict." Remember to leave 5-stars and share with a friend!…

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Is Oat Milk, Milk? [TLG- Archives] 31:33

9M ago31:33

31:33

Dr. Marsha A. Echols is the Director of The World Food Law Institute and a Professor at Howard University School of Law, where she teaches commercial, international business and trade, and world food law. She is a recognized expert in the fields of international food regulation, international trade and dispute settlement. Remember to leave 5-stars …

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Nationality on Trial in the 19th Century Mediterranean

9M ago

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with Jessica Marglin hosted by Brittany White | In 1873, Nissim Shamama died suddenly at his palazzo in Livorno. He was quietly one of the richest men in the Mediterranean. A Tunisian Jew born in the Ottoman Empire, Shamama had taken his place among the mercantile elite of a newly-unified Italy. He was a man who belonged to many places. But to whom…

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Shell Shocked: The Untold Story of Environmental Ruin in the Niger Delta 19:32

11M ago19:32

19:32

The politics of disaster series continues with a dive into the devastating environmental and human rights abuses perpetrated by the Royal Dutch Shell oil company in the Niger Delta region. For decades, the local communities have suffered from massive oil spills, gas flaring, and deforestation, leading to loss of livelihoods, contaminated water, and…

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13 Years Underwater: The Lingering Impact of Deepwater Horizon 34:11

1y ago34:11

34:11

In a special series, The Looking Glass and The Politics of Disaster Podcast will explore powerful stories at the intersection of policy and climate disaster. This episode explores the Lingering Impact of Deepwater Horizon. On the mic are: Jeffrey Gorham (MAIR ‘24/narrator), Rowan Humphries (MAIR ‘24/interviewed Ben Casselman), and Nathan Felmus (BA…

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Defeating the Dictators: A conversation with Charles Dunst 42:38

1y ago42:38

42:38

Back in March, we had the pleasure of Speaking with Charles Dunst about his new book, Defeating the Dictators: How Democracy Can Prevail in the Age of the Strongman. In a world where democracy is in decline and autocracy is on the rise, Dunst argues autocracy is not the solution despite being an attractive alternative for those disillusioned with c…

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Unpacking Digital Authoritarianism: Definitions and Considerations 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

Digital authoritarianism is a wide-ranging and, at times, difficult-to-define area of international security analysis. To help us tease out some key terms and analytical frameworks in this ever-evolving domain, we brought on international security expert and analyst Mr. Erol Yayboke, Director of the Project on Fragility and Mobility and Senior Fell…

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Obi or Not To Be: The 2023 Nigerian Elections 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

32:51

At the posting of this episode —Nigeria’s tightest presidential election in a generation — Africa’s most significant democratic exercise —has yet to be decided. However, Nigeria's political map will never be the same after this election. This phenomenon has been years in the making. Joining us to discuss these dynamics is Ebenezer Obadare, Douglas …

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International Law and The Global South 43:46

1+ y ago43:46

43:46

Perhaps the most important critique of modern international law has been the charge that it is a Eurocentric regime, which has helped to erect and defend a world of deep injustice characterized by violence, exploitation, and inequality. To reorient the discussion on international law, this episode of The Looking Glass explores International Law and…

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Surveillance.com: Authoritarianism in a Digital Age 37:19

1+ y ago37:19

37:19

This episode of The Looking Glass follows the rise of digital authoritarianism through China’s use of technology for mass surveillance, including the use of biometrics, artificial intelligence, and big data. We discuss the export of digital authoritarianism to other parts of the world, the role of democracies in providing a better use case of techn…

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Michael Willis on Recent Developments in the Maghreb 34:23

1+ y ago34:23

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Michael Willis joins Almanac to discuss his new book, Algeria: Politics and Society from the Dark Decade to the Hirak, recent developments in Tunisia and Morocco, and why studying the area “West of Cairo” is of critical importance to Middle East Studies.By Matthew Smith, Michael Willis

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The Natural Sciences in Early Modern Morocco

1+ y ago

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with Justin Stearns hosted by Shireen Hamza and Taylor Moore | When you think of the history of science, what people and places come to mind? Scientific knowledge production flourished in early modern Morocco, and not in the places you might expect. This episode transports us into the intellectual and social worlds of Sufi lodges (zawāya) in sevent…

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Albert Hourani’s Impact 42:57

2y ago42:57

42:57

2022 is the 60th anniversary of the publication of Albert Hourani’s magnum opus Arabic Thought in the Liberal Age, 1798-1939. Matthew Smith and Charles Ough sit down with Professor Marilyn Booth, Professor Emeritus Paul Dresch (Albert’s last two DPhil Students), and Professor Eugene Rogan to discuss Albert Hourani the man, the scholar, and the advi…

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Law & Justice: The Face of Polish Authoritarianism 23:36

2y ago23:36

23:36

This episode of The Looking Glass follows the rise of authoritarianism in Poland over the past forty years and considers the varied consequences; from rising tensions with the European Union, to the weaponization of conspiracy and revisionist history, to violations of human rights and threats to democracy. It considers the state of things, as well …

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Helping Hands: International Institutions in the War in Ukraine 33:07

2y ago33:07

33:07

This episode of The Looking Glass tackles the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine and asks the question: what can international institutions do to intervene in this conflict? It explores challenges faced by these organizations and what policies they can put in place to solve these problems. Join us as guests Nele Ewers-Peters, Jason Blessing, and Obio…

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Developments in Jordan 45:55

2+ y ago45:55

45:55

An explanation and discussion of the modern history and recent political developments in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Piotr Schulkes, Guy Fiennes, and Matthew Smith highlight important topics such as Palestinian refugees, the royal family, and the politics of foreign intervention in the Kingdom.By Piotr Schulkes, Guy Fiennes, Matthew Smith

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Gender Disinformation 25:29

2+ y ago25:29

25:29

This episode of The Looking Glass dives into the understudied field of Gender Disinformation. It explores how disinformation operations conducted against women are inherently different than their male counterparts. This episode combines the subjects of the last two SAIS Review issues, "Who Runs the World: A Look at Gender in International Affairs" …

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2022 New Year’s Episode 35:13

2+ y ago35:13

35:13

The entire Almanac team gets together to discuss what they believe was the most important event in the region over the past year, something they are watching for in the region in 2022, and their favorite book on the Middle East. People featured: Piotr Schulkes, Guy Fiennes, Isabella Cibelli Du Terroil, Oliver Franks, Kalyani Nedungadi, Matthew Smit…

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Choose Your Weapon: A Survey of Cybersecurity 28:15

2+ y ago28:15

28:15

Join hosts Jen Roberts and Derek Chuah as The Looking Glass enters its fourth season! This episode features a roundtable of cybersecurity professionals who discuss a variety of topics, ranging from how malware is implemented in cyberattacks to a review of the Biden Administration's cybersecurity policies. Join us as we discuss choosing our weapon w…

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Graffiti, music, and football ultras: expressing dissent in MENA (Middle East and North Africa) 49:16

2+ y ago49:16

49:16

Piotr Schulkes, Adam Abdallah, and Kalyani Nedungadi discuss non-official ways in expressing dissent, comparing Morocco, Turkey, Egypt, and Palestine. They highlight the role of music and graffiti, and the unique position football ultras have in MENA culture.By Kalyani Nedungadi, Piotr Schulkes, Adam Abdalla

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Happy Wife, Happy Life: China's Commitment to Gender Equality in Africa 27:34

3y ago27:34

27:34

This episode of The Looking Glass examines recent changes in China's posture regarding China-Africa relations, complimenting the SAIS Review's latest print issue "Who Runs the World: A Look at Gender in International Affairs." Join our guests Professor Zongyuan Zoe Liu, from Texas A&M University and Professor Maria Carrai from New York University S…

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Independence and Colonialism in the Western Sahara 48:07

3y ago48:07

48:07

Piotr Schulkes, Helna Murphy, Hajar Meddah, and Felix Walker discuss the recent development in the Western Sahara, caused by America’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the territory. They give an overview over the area’s history, the foreign actors involved, and what the future might holdBy Piotr Schulkes, Helna Murphy, Hajar Meddah, Felix Walker

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End of an Era: A Review of Chancellor Angela Merkel 28:37

3y ago28:37

28:37

To complement the release of The SAIS Review's "Who Runs the World: A Look at Gender in International Affairs," The Looking Glass is kicking off our new season. Over the next few installments, we will be exploring different facets of gender and its role in policy. In this episode, we explore Chancellor Angela Merkel's tenure. First, we examine some…

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Season 3 Trailer 0:53

3y ago0:53

0:53

The Looking Glass is headed into its third season. With this transition comes some exciting new changes. Remember to leave 5-stars and share with a friend!By The SAIS Review

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A Global Green Movement: Environmental Protests in Europe and Beyond 56:51

3y ago56:51

56:51

As a complement to the current print journal, "The Revolution Will Be Televised: A Decade of Global Protest," The Looking Glass's second installment examines global environmental protests. Climate change has become an unavoidable political issue. More and more people have taken to the streets, fueled by the existential threat of an increasingly unl…

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The Revolution in Hong Kong 53:13

3y ago53:13

53:13

The Looking Glass is back with season 2! This is our first installment of our Protest & Revolution series, a complement to the current print journal, "The Revolution Will be Televised: A Decade of Global Protest." To start us off, we began with Hong Kong . Years of protests, even during the pandemic, have highlighted the struggles Hong Kong faces i…

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It's Never Just Business: The Realm of Corporate Diplomacy 1:01:43

3+ y ago1:01:43

1:01:43

We have arrived at The Looking Glass' third and final installment of our diplomacy series, a complement to the current print journal, "Ex Amicitia Pax: Diplomacy in Action." This episode focuses on how the expanse and power of corporations are tied to their international conduct a.k.a corporate diplomacy. In a world where public perception and comp…

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History, politics, and Anecdotes with Eugene Rogan 54:34

3+ y ago54:34

54:34

Piotr Schulkes and Eugene Rogan discuss the importance of history in contemporary Middle Eastern politics, how the West discusses the region, and a number of stories from Rogan’s time at Oxford.By Piotr Schulkes, Eugene Rogan

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Lebanon’s Economic and political crisis 44:32

3+ y ago44:32

44:32

Piotr Schulkes, Felix Walker, and Michael Memari cover the ongoing crises in Lebanon’s political and economic systems. They discuss the importance of the confessionalist system in perpetuating the corruption and dependency structures that have hollowed out the Lebanese state, the role of foreign actors, and what the country might face in the future…

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New Year’s Episode 40:13

3+ y ago40:13

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The whole team gets together to discuss what their moment of note of 2020 was, what they are looking out for in 2021, and what their favourite book on the Middle East is.By Piotr Schulkes, Helena Murphy, Frederike Brockhoven, Max Randall, Rose Johnson, Hajar Meddah, Felix Walker, Michael Memari

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Bonus Content: An American Turning Point 55:53

3+ y ago55:53

55:53

After the rapid succession of January's political events, The Looking Glass podcast team and The SAIS Review editorial board found it imperative to discuss the state of our American union. The majority of our team are U.S. citizens and the attack on the Capitol, impeachment, and inauguration left us all with much to think about. We explore what the…

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Living in a Digital World 1:00:11

3+ y ago1:00:11

1:00:11

The Looking Glass' second installment of our diplomacy series is here! Complementing the current print journal, "Ex Amicitia Pax: Diplomacy in Action," we discuss how technology has evolved beyond just a tool into an international relations space. From national security to digital governance, this episode covers the individual and organizational re…

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The Future of Diplomacy and the U.S. Foreign Service 44:23

3+ y ago44:23

44:23

To complement the print journal's topic of "Ex Amicitia Pax: Diplomacy in Action," The Looking Glass is kicking off our diplomacy series! Over the next 3 installments, we will be exploring different facets of diplomacy and how it is being impacted by current global changes. In this episode we explore what it means to engage in diplomacy in a COVID-…

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Child abuse and dancing boys in Afghanistan 40:29

3+ y ago40:29

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Piotr Schulkes, Rose Johnson, and Max Randall dive into the phenomenon of the Dancing Boys of Afghanistan. They discuss the parallels which can be found in Persian and Sufi poetry, why it has seen a resurgence the last decades, and how it cannot be separated from the socioeconomic conditions of the country today.…

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Avi Shlaim on Revisionist History and Israel 45:47

4y ago45:47

45:47

Piotr Schulkes and Avi Shlaim, Fellow of the British Academy, sit down to discuss Israel’s New Historians; who they are, what they believe, and the popular reception to it. They also cover the role of history in Israeli politics, the significance of the Oslo Accords, and what Prime Minister Netanyahu has meant for historical research in Israel…

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Orientalism and the Language of the Middle East 42:38

4y ago42:38

42:38

Lillie Sullivan, Piotr Schulkes, and Hajar Meddah discuss what the Middle East as a region is and how it is portrayed in academia and the media. They compare what they have been taught to what they experienced when they lived there, and how the language used to describe the Middle East can have severe consequences for policy in the region.…

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Female Entrepreneurship in the Middle East 40:19

4y ago40:19

40:19

Frederike Brockhoven sits down with Rania Ayman of Entreprenelle, Yasmeen Mjalli of Babyfist, and Lina Khalifeh of Shefighter to discuss female entrepreneurship in the Middle East.By Frederike Brockhoven, Rania Ayman, Lina Khalifeh

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The Kafala System 46:01

4y ago46:01

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Hajar Meddah, Felix Walker and Piotr Schulkes discuss the Middle East’s controversial Kafala system, that allows employers to exploit workers and undermine their rights without breaking the law. They cover the history of the practice, the successes and failures of activism against it, and what the Kafala system’s future might look like.…

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Normalization, annexation, and the Palestinians 42:26

4y ago42:26

42:26

Piotr Schulkes, Frederike Brockhoven, and Michael Memari discuss the impact of the normalization of the UAE-Israeli relationship on Netanyahu’s annexation plan, why it's yet more bad news for Palestinians, and American reticence to improve the situation.By Michael Memari, Frederike Brockhoven, Piotr Schulkes

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The Future of U.S.-China Relations 57:40

4y ago57:40

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Welcome to our inaugural episode! On this episode, we speak with SAIS Professor Emeritus David M. Lampton about the future of U.S.-China relations. Our student panel with Zhanping Ling, Logan Ma, and Chenyu Wu weigh in with insightful reflection. Join us as we peer into the Looking Glass. This episode was produced by Ester Fang and Gregory Kist. Re…

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Muslim Sicily and Its Legacies

4+ y ago

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Episode 452 with William Granara hosted by Chris Gratien During the 9th century, Arab armies from North Africa conquered Sicily, leading to four centuries of Muslim history on the island, which is now part of Italy. Sicily during that period has often been portrayed as an interfaith utopia where Muslims, Christians, and Jews lived side by side, giv…

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