We are RAIA(ffairs), your podcast for stepping up in international affairs. Get informed on the stories and worries of political leaders, the 'behind the scenes' of decision-makers, and how politics impact and change your life. Join your host Francia, along with a new guest every episode, to discuss the individual policy-maker of the week.
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Episode #23: Escalating Tensions: Tshisekedi vs. Kagame Amid M23's Resurgence in Eastern DRC
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In this episode, we sat down with Roxane de Bergevin to explore the intensifying conflict between DRC President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame as the M23 rebels advance in Eastern DRC. Tshisekedi accuses Kagame of supporting the M23, leading to destabilization and resource exploitation in the region. We discuss the recent attack…
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Episode #22: Hemedti's Diplomatic Rise Amid Sudan's Turmoil: A New Leader in the Making?
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We sat down with Cova Moreno to talk about the transformation of RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan "Hemedti" Dagalo from a notorious warlord to a recognized diplomatic figure. As Sudan faces escalating tensions between Hemedti and SAF leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, we discuss how Hemedti's regional diplomacy, international engagements, and strategic maneuv…
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Episode #21: Ilham Aliyev: Nagorno Karabakh and Armenia’s Struggle
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We sat down with Réka Baranyai to discuss the political and historical context of the Nagorno Karabakh region, focusing on Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's recent military takeover. We talked about thehistory of the region, the dynamics of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, and the international implications of Aliyev's actions. The discussion al…
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Episode #20: India’s 2024 Elections: Narendra Modi – Domestic Agenda, Opposition Coalitions, and Religious Divides
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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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Episode #19: Transatlantic Insight: Rishi Sunak – Navigating AI Regulation, Intelligence Coordination, and Security Debates in a Post-Brexit Era
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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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Episode #18: Climate Leaders 101: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s balance between economic growth and environmental preservation
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As Lula positions Brazil as a willing and active participant in international efforts, he aims to demonstrate the country's commitment to environmental protection and its pivotal role in shaping a sustainable future. In this episode of our 2023 Climate Leaders 101, we discuss Brazilian President Lula with IE students, Lana and Maxima. We not only d…
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Episode #17: Climate Leaders 101: Teresa Ribera’s push for Spanish and European centralized climate change policies
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Teresa Ribera is a relevant climate leader because she is in the spotlight in the Europeanfight against climate change as the minister for the Ecological Transition of Spainsince 2018. In this episode of our 2023 Climate Leaders 101, we discuss climate leader Teresa Ribera with IE student Ajinkya. We look at her environmental interest due to her ba…
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Episode #16: Climate Leaders 101: Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud and his Saudi Vision 2030 to address climate and economic concerns
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MBS’s commitment to renewable energy has been seen by some as a way to secure long-term economic stability and reduce the Saudi reliance on oil revenue. In this episode of our 2023 Climate Leaders 101, we discuss climate leader Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (MBS) with IE students, Alisa and Sofia. We begin by the basics, looking at the role of the ro…
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Episode #15: Climate Leaders 101: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her progressive climate advocacy through the Green New Deal
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Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has swiftly risen to prominence as a formidable political force, captivating the nation's attention with her advocacy for combating climate change and rectifying social injustice. Both her policies and ideology have shaped her identity as a climate leader.. In this episode of our 2023 Climate Leaders 101, we d…
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Episode #14: Climate Leaders 101: Dr. William Ruto’s push for international investment through regional and domestic climate initiatives
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H.E. Dr William Samoei Ruto is Kenya’s 5th President, whose commitment toclimate change advocacy permeates the political sphere, developing initiativesthat use climate policy as a development tool. In this episode of our 2023 Climate Leaders 101, we discuss climate leader William Ruto with IE students, Ruby and Chiara. We look at his “outsider” pol…
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Episode #13: Hostility and violence amid the TTP’s resurgence: A take on Pakistan’s General Munir and the Tehreek-e-Taliban
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The end of a cease-fire between the Islamist militant group Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Pakistani government has led to a series of security challenges for General Asim Munir. Tune into this episode with RAIA writer Ksenia Kumanina where we discuss Pakistani politics, focusing on the growth of the TTP under the leadership of Noor Wali …
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Episode #12: A Maritime Border Agreement and it’s distinct interpretations: A take on Lebanon’s Aoun and Israel’s Lapid
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The agreement was a decades-long attempt to solve the dispute over the EEZs , and therefore drilling rights, of each country. It has become the official agreement delineating each country’s jurisdiction in the Mediterranean Sea. Tune into this episode with RAIA writer and editor Arielle Combrick to discuss the maritime border dispute between Israel…
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Episode #11: A Historical Border Conflict and the Current Escalation: A take on Kyrgyzstan’s Japarov and Tajikistan’s Rahmon
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Both Kyrgyzstan's President Japarov and Tajikistan’s President Rahmon had agreed to a border ceasefire during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting. After what seemed to be a de-escalation, the hostilities continued on the 17th of September. Tune into this episode with RAIA writer Roxane De Bergevin, to discuss the tensions along the border…
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Episode #10: Transatlantic Energy Security Diplomacy: A take on Trudeau and Scholz’s Hydrogen Alliance
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Trudeau seeks to be a primary exporter of hydrogen as a rising competitor in clean energy markets, while Scholz wants to ensure Germany’s energy security and transition to cleaner energy sources for the long-term. Tune into this episode, with RAIA writer and Chief editor Francia Morales, to discuss the new German-Canadian Hydrogen Alliance along wi…
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Episode #9: Climate Leaders 101: Annalena Baerbock’s assertive push towards renewable climate policies amid Germany's energy and security crisis
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Annalena Baerbock’s childhood was one marked by a collaborative household and by attending the Green Party protests with her family. This has influenced her two central political stances: she emphasizes the importance of having a radical attitude when it comes to climate action, and the importance of togetherness whilst doing so. In this episode of…
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Episode #8: Climate Leaders 101: Abiy Ahmed’s attempts of Economic Progress and Ethiopian Social Unity through Climate Action
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Abiy Ahmed became Prime Minister at the age of 41. His categorization as a “young” leader has helped his profile: a Modernist leader planning to build a resilient green economy. Listen to our Climate Leaders 101 Podcast and learn about Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed with our RAIA summer program intern and IE student, Martina Volman. Throughou…
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Episode #7: Climate Leaders 101: Greta Thunberg, Luisa Neubauer, and the Impact of Youth Activism in the Fight Against Climate
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The moment fifteen year-old Greta Thunberg decided not to return to class after her summer break to protest in front of the Swedish parliament in 2018, she was not only breaking the law, she was also breaking the silence that had settled around the topic of global warming. Tune into our second Climate Leaders 101 Podcast to discuss climate activist…
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Episode #6: Climate Leaders 101: Mohamed Bin Zayed’s Paris Agreement pledge and the Energy Transition of the UAE
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MBZ is aware of the UAE’s dependence on the crude oil sector, yet is concerned about the UAE’s vulnerability to the effects of climate change. Tune into our first Climate Leaders 101 Podcast to discuss UAE’s President Mohamed Bin Zayed and his climate agenda with Quynh Dinh, a RAIA summer program intern. We will be analyzing MBZ’s motives, the impa…
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Episode #5: Vying for economic success through international trade: A take on Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen.
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Tsai Ing-wen’s ability to integrate Taiwan with its regional economy will affect global security and economy. Tune into this episode alongside RAIA writer Jack Gasdia, to discuss Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen and her economic foreign policy, the NSP. We open up the floor to analyze Tsai’s motivations, the NSP’s success and under performance, as w…
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Episode #4: "Stepping Up" through pragmatic leadership amid regional turmoil: A take on Poland’s Mateusz Morawiecki
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Poland has shifted from a controversial partner within the EU to a reliable partner and bridge between the bloc and the rest of Eastern Europe. Tune into this episode, with RAIA writer Laura Revenga Rodríguez, to discuss Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morwiecki's domestic and foreign policies as well as Poland's support for Ukraine amidst power shif…
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Episode #3: "Stepping Back" in Yemen amid Houthi Resilience: A take on Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman
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MBS is changing his original attitude towards Yemen and stepping back by agreeing to a ceasefire. Tune into this episode, with RAIA writer Linda-Loreen Steiner, to discuss Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman's interests in terms of regional dominance and national security, his country’s involvement in Yemen, as well as MBS’s relations with UAE’s…
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Episode #2: The Balancing Act between Putin’s support and EU’s sanctions: A take on Serbia’s Vučić
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President Vučić refuses to follow suit in European Union sanctions against Russia. Tune into this episode, with RAIA writer Michael Duffy, to discuss Serbian positioning both popular and political regarding Putin, Serbian dependence on Russian gas, and the intricacies of Serbia’s path to potential EU membership. In this episode we attempt to answer…
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Episode #1: Family Dynasties and Economic Uncertainty: A take on Sri Lanka’s Gotabaya
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Since March 2020 the foreign reserves of Sri Lanka have been decreasing. Tune into this episode, with RAIA writer and editor, Ross Hardy, to discuss Sri Lanka’s current economic crisis. In this episode, we analyze the domestic reputation of President Gotabaya, the nuances of putting family first, and the evolving nature of the crisis with China, In…
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Most transformation initiatives fail due to proper alignment of reinforcement within the organization. Chris and Judi share the keys on how to get it right.By Cirrus Business Group
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Communicating Clarity with Special Guest, Chris Hurt, Quality Control Manager at IFF
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Chris Hurt, Quality Control Manager for International Freight Forwarders, share how using the Playbook to create and over-communicate clarity has impacted every aspect of their business.By Cirrus Business Group
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This month, Coach Judi Harris interviews Chris Reese on discipline #2 - Creating Clarity. There are 6 key questions every organization must answer.By Cirrus Business Group
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PART 2 - The Importance of a Cohesive Leadership Team(with Vince Raia, President of EMC Security)
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Vince Raia of EMC Security shares the impact discipline number 1 has had on their organization.By Cirrus Business Group
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The Importance of a Cohesive Leadership Team - Part 1
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It's nice to have a cohesive team, but is it absolutely necessary? Chris and Judi share various insights from their client experiences in part 1 of this two-part look into the first discipline of organizational health.By Cirrus Business Group
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What is organizational health and why should you care about it? This is the first of a series based on the work of Cirrus Business Group and Patrick Lencioni's best selling book, The Advantage.By Cirrus Business Group
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Emerging Workforce - Executive Challenges Town Hall
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How do employers of all sizes prepare and cope with the next generation of workers and handle the generation gap in their organizations today?By Cirrus Business Group
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What can be done to help organizations play more like a team rather than separate, competing businesses?By Cirrus Business Group
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