Spies! War! Cut-throat and/or Cocktail Diplomacy! States and others jockeying for power, historically, today, and tomorrow! This is just the tip of the iceberg that is ‘International Affairs’, and even this definition is hotly contested. We tackle these issues and more with the Right of Reply podcast! / Currently in Season 8 (2021-2022), Right of Reply looks to make international affairs digestible and fun, from a student perspective. However, we can’t achieve our mission without an engaged ...
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Episode 3: Beyond Borders: Navalny, Argentinean Election Result, Trump's Nomination, Potential French Intervention in Ukraine
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Explore the latest geopolitical shifts in our newest episode! Delve into Navalny's defiance, Argentina's political upheaval, Trump's resurgence, and the potential deployment of French soldiers to Ukraine .From political intrigue to international tensions, we unravel the complexities shaping our world today. Don't miss out on this compelling discuss…
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Episode 2: Ghosts, Gavels, and Gaza: The International History of Halloween, Trump Trials and Gaza conflict
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In this episode, we embark on a journey through the global significance of Halloween, delve into the latest headlines surrounding Trump's indictments, and approach the Israel-Palestine conflict with sensitivity and empathy. Our goal is to shed light on these complex issues, fostering understanding and promoting thoughtful discourse. Join us for a r…
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Episode 1: Season 10 Premiere: Global Turbulence - India-Canada Tensions, US Debt Limit, and Russia-Ukraine Update
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Welcome to Season 10! This episode, meet your new Right of Reply co-hosts Sean and Charlotte and get ready for a dynamic and informative conversation about current pressing world issues. Our journey commences with an in-depth exploration of the recent India-Canada tensions, a continuously unfolding situation stemming from the murder of Hardeep Sing…
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Episode 2: Episode 2: Questioning capitalism, a discussion with Professor Eleanor MacDonald
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In this week's episode, we asked one of our Queens professors from the Political Studies department to join us in a discussion regarding capitalism. We discuss the common misconceptions people have about how capitalism works. From this, we are able to better understand how it's been deeply rooted in various parts of our lives, as seen through econo…
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Episode 1: Season 9, Episode 1: International Development Week
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Right of Reply's first episode of season 9 and 2023 features Queen's International Affairs Association's directors for International Development Week (IDW). In this episode Ammia Zafar, Taylor Bourne and Stéphanie Parent address the importance of discussing issues surrounding poverty reduction, the climate crisis and gender based violence. Don't fo…
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Right of Reply is back with another world news brief. From cannabis in Germany, to North Korea, Ethiopia and the Winter Olympics, Zander and Jacob let you know what's being going on in international affairs as of late.
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Episode 3: Right of Reply x The Observer: Discussing Aukus with Professor Nailin Bu
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Right of Reply is back in 2022 with this collaboration with Queen' International Affairs Association student-run academic journal, The Observer. In this episode, student journalist Aimee Look discusses AUKUS, the security pact between Australia, the UK, and the United States. Aimee interviews Professor Nailin Bu, and they discuss the pact's and its…
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Right of Reply is back with episode 2 of the 2021-2022 season! This episode, hosts Zander and Jacob have fellow Queen's student Colby Rogers join them as they discuss the interesting ways animals have been used in issues of international affairs and politics. From the use of animals as gifts for diplomatic purposes to a famous picture of Putin, Mer…
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Episode 1: What's Going On?! - A Short & Sweet World News Brief - Right of Reply
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Welcome to the 2021-2022 reincarnation of Right of Reply, a podcast under the Queen's International Affairs Association at Queen's University. Right of Reply produces episodes about all things international affairs — from the world's most pressing stories to more unheard of issues going on in the global community. In this episode, new co-hosts Zand…
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Episode 46: International Feminist Movements
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Episode 45: Engaging with Ethics: Biological Sciences and Political Philosophies
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Managing Populism: An interview with Dr. Robert Imre
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War, Foreign Policy, and Emerging Technology
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Todays episode features Dr.Breede, where we talk about war, technology, foreign policy and its consequences.
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In this episode of Right of Reply, Tanisha, Bibi and Nirmit discuss cultural appropriation and appreciation. This episodes special guest is Thar!
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Social Media: The Dynamics of Power and Oppression
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For the first episode this season, ROR will discuss social media, and the power and oppression it is used for. Our special guest today is Elisha Corbett, a political science PhD student at Queen's University.
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If you are interested in water rights and access to fresh water in Canada and abroad than this week’s episode of 'Right of Reply' is right for you. Tonight we are speaking with Professor Eleanor MacDonald who is an Associate Professor in the Political Studies Department here at Queen’s University. Dr. MacDonald will be giving us some insight into t…
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Season 4, Episode 12: The U.S. Presidential Election
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In the final episode of our fourth season, we explore the substance and mechanics of the ongoing U.S. Presidential election. First, we speak with David Rothschild, an economist with a Ph.D. in applied economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. He currently works for Microsoft Research in New York City studying …
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Season 4, Episode 11: Campus Review, Sexual Assault Policy
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In this episode, Reply of Reply examines sexual violence and sexual assault policy on university campuses. Inspired by the documentary "The Hunting Ground", the Right of Reply team examines the current social climate that facilitates sexual violence and impunity for perpetrators throughout Canadian and American campuses. To help us in our discussio…
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Season 4, Episode 10: LGBTQ Rights Around the World
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In this episode, Right of Reply examines the rights and freedoms - or lack thereof - of the LGBTQ community around the world. We speak with John Ibbitson of The Globe and Mail to discuss his article on Everett Klippert, a Canadian man was deemed a dangerous sex offender simply for being gay, and given what amounted to a life sentence in the 1960s. …
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Season 4, Episode 7: Climate Change and the Paris Climate Summit
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In the first episode of the new year, the Right of Reply team explores climate change in the context of the Climate Summit in Paris in December. Drawing from our interviews with singer and documentary film maker Luke Wallace, and Right of Reply's creator, Brenna Owen, who participated in the youth delegation in Paris, we look at the importance of y…
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Season 4, Episode 6: Security and Surveillance After Paris
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This week, Right of Reply examines the state of security and surveillance in contemporary society, specifically in the context of the recent attacks in Paris. First, we interview Kent Roach, one of Canada's top lawyers with respect to national security and Bill C-51, Canada's anti-terror bill. Mr. Roach provides insight into both the social and pol…
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Season 4, Episode 2: The Canadian Federal Election
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Season 4 episode 2 of 'Right of Reply’ takes a look at the upcoming Canadian federal election. First we Speak to Deborah Coyne, former Liberal leadership candidate and current Green party policy advisor. Next, we speak to Queens University’s political science professor, Elizabeth Goodyear-Grant, who provides us with a scholarly perspective on the e…
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Season 3, Episode 1: Corruption & White-Collar Crime
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Featuring interviews with award winning investigative journalist, Attlia Mong, and Queen's graduate student, Alexander Marar, this episode explores the roles of financial institutions, the justice system, and more, in issues surrounding corruption and white-collar crime. Happy listening!
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Season 2, Ep. 11: Are you a Feminist? Perceptions of Women in Politics
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This episode originally aired on Wednesday, April 2, 2014. We asked Queen's students "Are you a Feminist?" and discovered some interesting answers and perceptions about feminism on campus and on a broader societal level. The episode features interviews with Maureen McTeer, Canadian lawyer, public figure and the first wife of a Prime Minister (Joe C…
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Episode 9: Canadian and International Aboriginal Experiences
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This episode originally aired on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. We spoke to Dr. Peter Campbell of the Queen's History Department about the obstacles Aboriginal peoples in Canada have faced throughout Canada's history, including the treaty-making process and institutionalized discrimination. We also spoke about current issues like political representa…
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Episode 6: Leadership Change in China
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The latest episode of Right of Reply features an interview with Queen’s History professor Emily Hill. The impetus and framework for the interview was the recent change in Chinese leadership, which happens only every decade or so. One of the most interesting things that Prof. Hill points out is that – despite all the speculation about potential chan…
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