Best World Affairs Latin America Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 40: EP40 - "China's Growing Presence in Latin America and the Caribbean" with Jackson Schneider 1:25:28

23h ago1:25:28

1:25:28

Abstract: In recent years, China has deepened its involvement in the Latin America and Caribbean region, moving beyond its traditional commercial relationship to foster political, cultural, and even military ties, replacing in a stepwise process the region’s conventional North American and European partners. In parallel, Latin America and the Carib…

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The Next President's Foreign Policy Inbox 33:43

10d ago33:43

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The next President faces extraordinary international challenges, including regional conflict, great power jockeying, and decisions about America's place in the world. Council members with distinguished foreign service careers provide a unique perspective.

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Farewell and new beginnings 1:09

5M ago1:09

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After a great run, DW’s World in Progress podcast is coming to an end. We'd like to thank all our correspondents and listeners who've been loyal to the program all these years. But we also have some good news for you.By DW

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Episode 39: EP39 - Putin’s “Turn to the East” in the Xi Jinping Era with Gilbert F. Rozman, Gaye Christoffersen & James D.J. Brown 1:25:26

6M ago1:25:26

1:25:26

While most attention has focused on Putin’s aggression in Ukraine, the big story of the past decade has been the reorientation of Russia from Europe to Asia. Centered on China but not limited to it, this abrupt shift made possible Putin’s anti-West behavior. In this book, Rozman, Christofferson, and several contributors present a comprehensive anal…

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Bruce Hoffman on Terrorism 20:58

7M ago20:58

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One of the world's leading experts on terrorism and insurgency provides an insightful update on this global threat.

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Episode 38: EP38 - 'The Ripple Effect: China’s Complex Presence in Southeast Asia' with CWP alum Enze Han 1:18:10

7M ago1:18:10

1:18:10

Abstract: Many studies of China's relations with and influence on Southeast Asia tend to focus on how Beijing has used its power asymmetry to achieve regional influence. Yet, scholars and pundits often fail to appreciate the complexity of the contemporary Chinese state and society, and just how fragmented, decentralized, and internationalized China…

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Global Population: Myths & Misconceptions 31:38

7M ago31:38

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One of the world's foremost experts in demographic trends explores the changing nature, shape, size and movement of global populations, one of the vital questions of our time.

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Crisis in the Red Sea 34:54

8M ago34:54

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Recent attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea—launched by the Houthis in Yemen—are wreaking havoc on global trade. Drawing on his distinguished career with the State Dept., Al Thibault speaks about history, geography and geopolitical risk factors in a part of the world that has suddenly grabbed international attention.…

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Episode 36: EP36 - 2024 Taiwan Elections in Context 1:25:57

8M ago1:25:57

1:25:57

After one of the most dramatic presidential campaigns in Taiwan’s history, January 13, 2024 saw the election of Taiwan's William Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive. Stepping into this leadership position, Lai, who currently serves as vice president, will have to address a number of foreign policy challenges. They include: a deteriorating re…

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Episode 35: EP35 Regional vs. Regime Security: Third Parties & the False Choice between the US & China with Isaac Kardon & Sheena Greitens 1:23:12

8M ago1:23:12

1:23:12

Why do countries pursue security partnerships with the People's Republic of China? In particular, why do we observe countries seeking security relationships with both the United States and the PRC? Conventional wisdom argues that countries "don't want to choose" because they look to China for economics and the U.S. for security, but an increasing n…

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Young single mothers in Morocco 29:59

9M ago29:59

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Unwed mothers and their children are ostracized by society and stigmatized by their own families. Many women and children end up in desperate situations. But a growing number of people are trying to end this dire situation, both in courts and in society as a whole. But there's still a long way to go.…

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Remembering 29:59

9M ago29:59

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In light of Holocaust Remembrance Day this week, we hear from those who survived the atrocities of Nazi Germany. We also hear from children who are trying to make ends meet in Cairo's garbage district and how a singer in Rio de Janeiro moves from train to train to offer her art.By DW

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To your health 29:59

9M ago29:59

29:59

Why China's young workers are pumping the brakes on life in the fast-lane. And a special visit to a groundbreaking café in Vienna that wants to bridge the gap between the young and old.By DW

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Life-changing solutions 29:59

9M ago29:59

29:59

How one woman in Morocco is making waves in the fishing community, when she became the first woman to get a fishing license. Elsewhere in Germany, a woman is helping foster kids in limbo. And a dance studio in Rio de Janeiro that's dedicated to helping young girls and women rise to the top, no matter their family or income.…

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Changing cities in Latin America: Medellin and Prospera 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

How rich tourists change Medellín, which used to be Colombia's most dangerous city, and why that also brings problems for the locals -- And: In Honduras, investors are building a private enterprise city - they want to run it without the state’s jurisdiction and tax laws, but critics fear it's a danger to democracy.…

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How tech can help build communities 29:59

10M ago29:59

29:59

From 3D-printed houses, apartments entirely made from recycled materials and high-speed internet access in remote villages in Nepal's Himalayan region.By DW

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Lost places 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

Have you heard of the castle ghost town in Turkey with over 500 little fairytale castles? Skyscraper mudhouses in Yemen? Or how temples in Egypt were moved to a different spot to help preserve them in the long run? We go explore lost places.By DW

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Threats to the democratic world order 35:08

10M ago35:08

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Michael Miklaucic, the editor of the National Defense University journal PRISM, shares thoughts on current national and international security threats and what to do about them.

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Broken dreams in Myanmar, the Philippines, Kenya 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

Myanmar's democratically elected government was ousted in a military coup in 2021. Since then, ethnic minority armed groups and pro-democracy fighters have been battling against the junta's forces. Millions of people are displaced. Human trafficking: People from the Philippines and Kenya tried to carve out better lives for themselves and their fami…

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Episode 34: EP34 - 'How China Shapes its Reviews in UN Human Rights Regime' with CWP fellow Lucie Lu 1:22:23

10M ago1:22:23

1:22:23

Research to date has shown that the international human rights regime is politicized. Despite claiming to uphold the normative standard, states tend to review their allies’ human rights records less harshly than those of their adversaries. I argue that the politicized human rights regime is a product of the major powers exploiting the review system…

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Kindertransport rescue missions saved Jewish children from Nazi Germany 29:59

11M ago29:59

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85 years ago, 200 Jewish children arrived in Great Britain from Germany. It was the first of many so-called Kindertransport rescue missions. The children were brought out of Nazi Germany to safety. Until September 1, 1939, when Nazi Germany attacked Poland and World War II started, around 10,000 minors were saved that way. But for other children, i…

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Episode 33: EP33 - 'The Logic of Technology Transfer Policy in Rising China' with CWP Fellow John Minnich 1:20:11

11M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Technology transfer policies have long been an important and controversial element in China's foreign economic policy toolkit. What explains Chinese authorities' use of these measures, and why do they refrain from issuing them in some strategic high-technology sectors? I examine China's efforts to accelerate its economic rise through technology ext…

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A humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Sudan 30:00

11M ago30:00

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Fighting has driven 6 million people from their homes in Sudan in recent months. In the Darfur region, the violence is reportedly escalating with some warning of ethnic cleansing.By DW

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How authoritarian regimes try to silence dissidents in exile 30:00

11M ago30:00

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In July 2020, German-Iranian businessman and US resident Jamshid Sharmahd boarded an Emirates flight bound for India. Sharmahd had a layover in Dubai, where he checked into a hotel for the night. He then disappeared for a few days – and resurfaced in a video where he was held captive by Iran's Revolutionary Guards.…

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Diabetes cases on the rise globally: How poor people cope 29:59

11M ago29:59

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Diabetes is an increasing health concern globally. More than half a billion people already suffer from it, and their number is on the rise - many of them in low and middle income countries. Pharmaceutical companies have increased the price for insulin in many countries, which makes it even harder for patients with lower incomes to get treatment.…

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Seville Tourism: Not so picturesque for residents 29:59

12M ago29:59

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Seville in Southern Spain is very popular with tourists, with its rich history, stunning architecture, great food and the flamenco music that was born here. But not everyone reaps the economic benefits the three million annual visitors bring to town. There is a stark gulf between rich and poor.By DW

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The Bronx: Fires, hip hop and gentrification 29:59

12M ago29:59

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It's a vibrant area with a bad reputation: some 1.5 million people, many of them immigrants, live in the Bronx, a borough in New York City. For decades, poverty and crime made headlines here, but it's also the birthplace of hip hop culture and home to the famous Yankees baseball team. The locals say things have improved a lot since the notorious fi…

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How did Ecuador turn into a hub for cocaine? 29:59

1y ago29:59

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A presidential candidate gunned down in broad daylight, after speaking at a rally shortly before Ecuador's presidential elections. Narco violence has exploded in the small South American country, which used to have a reputation of a safe haven in the region. It now has one of Latin America's highest murder rates – surpassing Mexico and Brazil. What…

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Terror attack on Israel: The fallout 29:59

1y ago29:59

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On Saturday, in the early morning hours of October 7th, Hamas terrorists fired thousands of rockets into Israel and stormed the security fence. They killed hundreds in nearby villages and took hostages. DW hears from an eyewitness close to the Gaza strip recounting that fateful day and gets answers from an analyst how Hamas was able to launch such …

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Peat: Climate killer and big business 29:59

1y ago29:59

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Peat is big business and great for farming. But it's also an increasing climate problem. Because when taken out of wetlands and dried, it emits lots of CO2. While Germany is trying to limit use and production, demand to source it from other countries is increasing. Are there more sustainable methods? World in Progress talks to peat producers and ex…

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Why Croatia’s abortion debate is heating up 29:59

1y ago29:59

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Abortion is legal in Croatia. So why are women having to travel to Slovenia to get one? We’ll also hear stories about women pursuing their dreams, from an Ethiopian fashion designer putting her own spin on traditional fabric weaving to the people making safe spaces for China’s LGBTQ community.By DW

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Why Africa Matters 50:35

1y ago50:35

50:35

Christopher Day, professor of political science at the College of Charleston, a former relief worker with Doctors Without Border, and veteran observer of African politics, economy, and society offers his thoughts on this distinct and compelling region.

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The troubling trend looming over Cairo's City of the Dead 29:59

1y ago29:59

29:59

Who gets to decide the best way to make space in a city? Officials or the people who need a place to live? These are the big questions behind a controversial project that might lead to the destruction of Cairo’s necropolis, also known as the City of the Dead. Plus, can adding streets transform slums? Anni Beukes of the Million Neighborhood Initiati…

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How artists transcend censorship and struggles 29:59

1y ago29:59

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“We want to give the kids hope” - How artists in China are getting their messages past state censorship – Re-imagining the future: The Covid pandemic has brought out a new side of Zimbabwe’s art.By DW

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How to calculate the cost of reparations for slavery in Grenada and beyond 29:59

1y ago29:59

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On this week's show, we'll visit Grenada, where some of the descendants of slave owners are trying to make amends for past wrongs. We'll also hear from the author of a recent report on the complexities of calculating reparations payments. Plus, a look at how women in Pakistan are taking the comedy scene by storm.…

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Staying alive: Surviving Myanmar's military attacks, ethnic clashes in India and landmines left in Angola 30:00

1y ago30:00

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On this week's show: More than two and a half years ago, the military in Myanmar ousted a democratically elected government. Attacks on civilians still continue. We hear from people in Chin state in western Myanmar. Ethnic clashes have rocked India's northeastern state of Manipur. And the dangers of landmines still lingering in Angola.…

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Legacy of Argentina's death flights 29:59

1y ago29:59

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This week, an emotional outpouring in Argentina over the return of an aircraft used during Argentina's military dictatorship for the notorious "death flights." Professor Cara Levey joins us to discuss the legacy of the dictatorships Argentina and neighboring Chile, which is also mulling over the curious case of what is believed to be "death flight"…

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What's behind Assad's return? 29:59

1y ago29:59

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This year, the Arab League welcomed back Syrian President Bashar Assad. The long-time leader has been shut out on the world stage for years over his role in Syria's brutal civil war. Critics are outraged at his return and want to know what's behind the controversial decision.By DW

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We need to talk about antibiotics & sugar 29:57

1y ago29:57

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This week on the show: How our overuse of antibiotics puts us all at risk of superbugs that are immune to the drugs we currently have. Plus the dangers of sugar and the taboo of head lice.By DW

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West Virginia's coal counties: Life after coal 29:59

1y ago29:59

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The exit from coal mining is inevitable if we want to have a clean and livable future here on Planet Earth, that much is clear. But what happens to regions that depend on coal, like West Virginia in the United States?By DW

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The power of books 29:59

1y ago29:59

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This week's show is all about the power of books. We visit a bookstore in Istanbul where a Russian and Ukrainian have teamed up to bring people together. Book bans have rattled schools in the US. We hear from a Moroccan bookseller who knows his books inside out and we dive into a poetry competition in the UK.…

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Don't fall for scams and lies on the internet (and elsewhere) 30:00

1+ y ago30:00

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This week, we turn to the dark side of the internet. We talk about deceit, scamming and human trafficking. Crypto scams are on the rise —often paired with romance scams. There's a market out there for disinformation campaigns that are rife on social media. And the aftermath of the university scam that put Indian students in Canada at risk of deport…

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The Future of Intelligence 55:15

1+ y ago55:15

55:15

Rolf Mowatt-Larssen challenges us with his fasten your seatbelts presentation on the complex issue of intelligence in which he discusses spies, nukes, emerging science and technology, climate change and fake news.By George Pope

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Culture & Justice: Europe and Latin America 57:33

1+ y ago57:33

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Welcome to a special series of the Whistleblowing Now and Then podcast, called: The Public Interest and National Security Whistleblowing: Looking Back, Thinking Forward. This 3-part series is a collaboration between Whistleblowing International Network and Kaeten Mistry, Associate Professor of History at the University of East Anglia, and co-author…

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USA: Secrecy Superpower 49:50

1+ y ago49:50

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Welcome to a special series of the Whistleblowing Now and Then podcast, called: The Public Interest and National Security Whistleblowing: Looking Back, Thinking Forward. This 3-part series is a collaboration between Whistleblowing International Network and Kaeten Mistry, Associate Professor of History at the University of East Anglia, and co-author…

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Latin America: Challenges and Opportunities 56:57

1+ y ago56:57

56:57

Ambassador Earl Anthony Wayne served as U.S. Ambassador to Argentina and as Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs under three Secretaries of State, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for European Affairs, and Deputy Ambassador in Afghanistan. Ambassador Wayne is presently Distinguished Diplomat in Residence at American Uni…

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Secrets: A Very British Affair 44:49

1+ y ago44:49

44:49

Welcome to a special series of the Whistleblowing Now and Then podcast, called: The Public Interest and National Security Whistleblowing: Looking Back, Thinking Forward. This 3-part series is a collaboration between Whistleblowing International Network and Kaeten Mistry, Associate Professor of History at the University of East Anglia, and co-author…

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China 26:28

2y ago26:28

26:28

Charleston World Affairs Council member George Pope discusses what he considers China's two Achilles Heel issues--water and food.By George Pope

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Turmoil in Iran 1:01:51

2y ago1:01:51

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A young woman arrested for taking off her hijab (mandatory head covering for woman) dies in police custody. The backlash, especially women, has rattled religious leaders. In addition, Iran is supplying drones to Moscow for the war in Ukraine. Iran's nuclear program is moving ahead. U.S. and western sanctions have crippled the economy. Is Iran's reg…

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