Best Dmitry Grozoubinski Podcasts (2024)

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What can borders tell us about politics, history and identity? 39:12

15d ago39:12

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How do borders relate to questions of identity? What can we learn from thinking of Europe as a "made-up continent"? And what is the analytical power of maps?On this episode of The UK in a Changing Europe podcast, Professor Sarah Hall talks to Jonn Elledge, author of 'A History of the World in 47 Borders' and Lewis Baston, author of 'Borderlines: A …

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What's next for cross-party politics in Britain? 34:12

2M ago34:12

34:12

What does the general election tell us about the stability of the British two-party system? Will Brexit rise again as an issue on the political agenda? And can smaller parties ever thrive in coalition governments? In the first episode of The UK in a Changing Europe podcast, Professor Anand Menon discusses these questions and much more with Dr Alan …

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Will Jennings and Jamie Furlong on 'The Changing Electoral Map of England and Wales' 49:51

4M ago49:51

49:51

This week, UKICE Deputy Director Professor Paula Surridge talks to Professor Will Jennings (Associate Dean Research & Enterprise, University of Southampton) and Dr Jamie Furlong (Research Fellow, Research Fellow, University of Westminster) about their new book, 'The Changing Electoral Map of England and Wales'. They discuss the concept of a ‘Blue W…

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Election special with Rob Ford and Sophie Stowers 43:10

5M ago43:10

43:10

On this week's special episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Anand Menon talks to UKICE Senior Fellow Professor Rob Ford and Sophie Stowers from our research team about the upcoming general election. They discuss the challenges facing a potential Labour government, the extent to which campaigns influence election outcomes, and the most interesting s…

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Dmitry Grozoubinski on 'Why Politicians Lie About Trade' and the UK's post-Brexit trade policy 39:54

5M ago39:54

39:54

On this week's episode of UKICE (I Tell), UKICE Senior Fellow Jill Rutter interviews Dmitry Grozoubinski, former Australian trade negotiator and diplomat and current Executive Director of the Geneva Trade Platform. They talk about Dmitry's new book, 'Why Politicians Lie About Trade... and What You Need to Know About It', his insights from having tr…

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Lisa Nandy on a potential Labour government's approach to international development 1:09:54

5M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our latest Unlocked event with Lisa Nandy MP, Shadow Secretary of State for International Development, which took place on 15 May. One of the few northern MPs to retain her seat as Labour’s Red Wall crumbled in 2019, she argued that the party needed to “change or die” when she s…

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Sir John Curtice on predictions for the general election and historic election shocks 1:15:33

6M ago1:15:33

1:15:33

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our latest Unlocked event with the “doyen of British elections”, Sir John Curtice.Sir John needs little introduction to followers of British politics, as one of the UK’s best-known political scientists and the man who guides the nation through election nights for the BBC. Recent…

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Biden Taxes Building Your Dream (BYD) 1:03:30

6M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

The Biden Administration takes the trade war with China up a notch by significantly increasing import taxes on a range of Chinese electric vehicle, technology, and medical goods - plus, a brief update on the new Russian offensive in Ukraine. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski …

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Good Tok; Bad Tok 57:26

6M ago57:26

57:26

The TikTok "ban" has been signed into law, so we dive into how it happened, the reasoning behind it, what might happen next and the geopolitics of it all. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news. The show is based o…

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Catherine Barnard and Fiona Costello on the challenges faced by EU migrant workers in Great Yarmouth 40:20

6M ago40:20

40:20

On this episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Sarah Hall talks to Professor Catherine Barnard (Senior Fellow, UK in a Changing Europe & Professor of EU Law and Employment Law, University of Cambridge) and Fiona Costello (Research Associate, University of Cambridge) about their new book titled "Low-paid EU migrant workers: the house, the street, the …

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[Bonus] Rebutting Arguments against US Aid to Ukraine 28:58

7M ago28:58

28:58

On the 20th of April, the US House of Representatives passed a bill appropriating billioins in aid for Ukraine. With world travelling co-hosts John and Helen taking some much needed rest, this bonus episode has Dmitry breaking down seven common arguments against US aid to Ukraine and offering his suggestions on how to engage with them. About the sh…

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Iran and Israel - Pre-Attack Discussion 1:00:32

7M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Recorded on the 12th of April as intelligence agencies were warning of an Iranian attack on Israel, this episode features a discussion about the likelihood of such an attack, its implications, and the policy choices involved. It also discusses the Western strategy of releasing the intelligence and how that might shape possible responses. Note: A lo…

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Making Friends and Influencing in Southeast Asia 1:00:45

7M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

A 2024 survey of experts across Southeast Asia found that for the first time, more would see themselves aligned with China than the US in a hypothetical confrontation between the two superpowers. What are the implications of that shift, and more broadly is soft power and public perception abroad a significant factor in foreign policy? A version of …

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Jonathan White on the politics of the future and what it means for democracies 33:09

7M ago33:09

33:09

On this week's episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Sarah Hall talks to Professor Jonathan White, Professor of Politics and Deputy Head of the European Institute at the London School of Economics about his new book, In the Long Run: The Future as a Political Idea, the relationship between technology and democracy, his thoughts on direct democracy a…

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Russian Terror and Macron's Flex 56:47

7M ago56:47

56:47

A double feature episode discussing the terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall Music Centre in Moscow, and the French President's increasingly assertive posture on the world stage. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in internation…

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Understanding China - Part 1 of 536: The Two Sessions 1:00:54

8M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

In this first episode of what could well be an endless series, resident China experts Helen and John walk us through China Politics 101 following a robust discussion of the proposed TikTok divestment bill in the US Congress. The episode draws its name from two 'sessions' taking place earlier in March: the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Con…

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Spying, Spies and Revelations 59:54

8M ago59:54

59:54

Is espionage running rampant, and is the new Western strategy of dragging it out into the light a winning one? We dive into the world of spies and spooks following some shocking allegations by the head of Australia's domestic counter-intelligence service ASIO and a spate of high-profile incidents around the world. About the show: Intrigue Explained…

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Hannah Ritchie on tackling the climate crisis and why 'doomsday narratives' are unhelpful 31:10

8M ago31:10

31:10

On this episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Anand Menon talked to Dr Hannah Ritchie, Senior Researcher in the Programme for Global Development at the University of Oxford and Lead Researcher at Our World in Data. Dr Ritchie discussed her new book, Not the End of the World, reasons to be optimistic in the fight against the climate emergency and why…

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WTF is going on at the WTO 1:09:20

8M ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Against John's better judgement, trade nerd Dmitry attempts to provide a vaguely accessible explanation of the World Trade Organization and its 13th Ministerial Conference. Also includes brief discussions of the 2nd anniversary of Russia's re-invasion of Ukraine and the US veto of another UN Security Council Resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza…

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Matt Warman on the future of the Conservative Party, the Rwanda Bill and the next general election 1:03:21

9M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our latest Unlocked event with Deputy Chairman of the Conservative One Nation group, MP for Boston and Skegness and former Technology Editor of the Daily Telegraph, Matt Warman. Matt sat down with Professor Anand Menon to discuss his views on the Government’s Rwanda Bill, if Ris…

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The US and NATO - What's the Pitch to US Taxpayers? 1:01:50

9M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

Following the comments by Former President Trump about a failure by some European states to meet their NATO spending commitments, we dive into the question: Should US taxpayers be underwriting European defense? About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the…

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Understanding Davos and the World Economic Forum 45:40

9M ago45:40

45:40

In an episode sure to do wonders for their inboxes the hosts (who have attended four times between them) try to explain the World Economic Forum's annual Davos meeting, and why everyone keeps shouting about it. All hail the lizard people! About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and…

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Elections and public opinion with Professor Sir John Curtice and Professor Sara Hobolt 36:32

9M ago36:32

36:32

On this episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Anand Menon talks to Professor Sir John Curtice and Professor Sara Hobolt about the media and political discourse around polls, their predictions for the UK general election and what is at stake in the upcoming European Parliament election.By The UK in a Changing Europe Podcast

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Ukraine War: Hard Questions 51:45

11M ago51:45

51:45

Recorded on the 658th day of the Russian escalation, against the backdrop of opposition to Western funding for Ukraine in Washington and Brussels, we take a look at the state of the war and grapple with some of the hard questions facing policymakers. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Groz…

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2023 in review with UKICE (I Tell) 37:29

11M ago37:29

37:29

It's almost Christmas and the end of another tumultuous political year To reflect on the events of 2023, Anand Menon talks to Jill Rutter and Sarah Hall for a special episode of the UKICE (I Tell) podcast. How has the UK economy performed in 2023? What have been the key debates inside the Conservative Party? What has Nicola Sturgeon's departure mea…

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Ros Atkins on clear communication and ‘The Art of Explanation’ 1:03:06

11M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Anand Menon interviews BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, famous for his viral explainer videos on current affairs. Recorded at our Unlocked event on 13 December, they discussed Ros’s new book ‘The Art of Explanation’, which outlines the key elements of good explanation and clear communicat…

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Lee Anderson on immigration, Brexit and how the Conservatives could reclaim a lead in the polls 1:02:39

11M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

Professor Anand Menon interviewed Lee Anderson, Deputy Chair of the Conservative Party and MP for Ashfield at an event at the 2023 Conservative Party Conference, organised by UK in a Changing Europe and ConHome. Anand and Lee discussed what the Conservatives could do to reclaim a lead in the polls, Lee’s outspoken approach to politics, and his time…

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We're Al-Jabering about COP 43:45

11M ago43:45

43:45

It's the first day of COP28 and there's a new fund, controversy about the host and 70,000 people loitering around the coffee stall. We dive into some of the geopolitics. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news. The s…

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Philip Hubbard on Brexit, borders and myths of Englishness 35:39

11M ago35:39

35:39

On this episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Sarah Hall talks to Professor Philip Hubbard about his book, 'Borderlands: Identity and Belonging at the Edge of England', Brexit and myths of Englishness.By The UK in a Changing Europe Podcast

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Israel-Hamas Ceasefire, Why Now? What Next? 51:47

12M ago51:47

51:47

Former Australian diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry share some thoughts on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, the actors in the region and what may come next. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news. The show is based on rep…

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Wake up Joe, Xi-plomacy's Here! 51:44

12M ago51:44

51:44

Former Australian diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry reflect on the first meeting between President's Xi Jinping of China and Joe Biden of the United States. We talk about why both sides agreed to a meeting now, who it was a win for, and how businesses may be looking at China as an investment destination. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show …

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AI Road to Serfdom 51:06

12M ago51:06

51:06

Former Australia diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry break down the foreign policy side of AI regulation, including the joint declaration the Bletchley AI Safety Summit and the Biden Administration's Executive Order on all things AI Safety. We debate whether now is the right time to regulate, the dangers of regulatory capture, and unpack some of the w…

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Professor Louise Amoore on the UK's response to the ethical challenges posed by AI 35:59

1y ago35:59

35:59

In the week of the UK’s AI Safety Summit, Professor Sarah Hall talks to Professor Louise Amoore about responding to the ethical challenges posed by different types of artificial intelligence, regulatory differences between the UK and the EU and the role of tech companies in ensuring the safe use of AI.…

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Wes Streeting on how a Labour government would build an NHS fit for the future 48:13

1y ago48:13

48:13

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our Unlocked event with Wes Streeting, Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Social Care and Labour MP for Ilford North, co-produced with New Statesman. He set out Labour’s vision for Health and Social Care, and discussed what Labour needs to do to gain the keys to Number 10 …

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Lord Heseltine on Brexit, his time in government and the future of the Conservative Party 1:11:30

1y ago1:11:30

1:11:30

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our Unlocked event with a stalwart of British politics, former Deputy Prime Minister and current President of European Movement UK, Lord Heseltine. He talked to Professor Anand Menon on 20 September about his time in government, including his roles in the Thatcher and Major cabi…

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Professor Michael Ignatieff on Brexit, his political career and fighting populism 38:20

1y ago38:20

38:20

On this week's episode of UKICE (I Tell), Professor Anand Menon talks to Professor Michael Ignatieff, a writer, historian and former politician. Their conversation covers the future of liberal democracies, the EU's response to populist leaders, the erosion of trust in politics and much more.By The UK in a Changing Europe Podcast

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The Expert Factor Pilot: What is the Point of Party Conferences? 21:35

1y ago21:35

21:35

A general election is looming. Manifestos are being drafted. The battle of ideas is intensifying. From tackling climate change to turning around the economy, rethinking Britain’s place in the world to restoring trust in politics, the UK is facing huge challenges. So how can we make sense of it all?The EXPERT FACTOR is the podcast for people who hav…

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Mark D'Arcy on his career at the BBC and how Brexit has changed parliament 34:13

1y ago34:13

34:13

In this week's episode of UKICE (I Tell), Anand Menon interviews Mark D'Arcy, a former parliamentary correspondent at the BBC. In Mr D'Arcy's first interview following his retirement, he talks about his two decades of reporting on Westminster, how Brexit has changed parliament and much more.By The UK in a Changing Europe Podcast

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Daniel Chandler on rehabilitating liberalism and the political implications of economic inequality 37:56

1y ago37:56

37:56

Daniel Chandler joined this week’s episode of the UKICE (I Tell) podcast to talk to Professor Anand Menon about his new book, Free and Equal: What Would a Fair Society Look Like?, what his top two policy recommendations for Keir Starmer would be and whether COVID has made radical change more achievable.----Daniel Chandler is an economist and philos…

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Rakib Ehsan on identity politics and social conservatism among ethnic minority communities in the UK 39:26

1y ago39:26

39:26

Dr Rakib Ehsan joined Professor Jonathan Portes to talk about his new book, 'Beyond Grievance: What the Left Gets Wrong about Ethnic Minorities', identity politics and what policy advice he would give the next government. ---Dr Rakib Ehsan is a research analyst and writer, specialising in matters of social cohesion, race relations, and public secur…

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UKICE Lunch Hour: By-elections special 55:08

1+ y ago55:08

55:08

This special episode of UKICE (I Tell) features a recording of our latest UKICE Lunch Hour, where polling experts discussed the results of the July by-elections. The panel including Professor Anand Menon, Professor Rob Ford, Professor Paula Surridge and Sophie Stowers considered what the results meant and, more specifically, their implications as w…

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Ben Judah on 'This is Europe: The Way We Live Now' and European identity 36:40

1+ y ago36:40

36:40

In this episode of 'UKICE (I Tell)' - formerly known as 'Brexit and Beyond' - Professor Anand Menon interviews Ben Judah, author, journalist and Director of the Transform Europe Initiative at the Atlantic Council about his new book, 'This is Europe: The Way We Live Now'. They discuss what it means to be European and the role of immigration, technol…

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The Rt Hon Ian Blackford on Scottish independence and the future of the SNP 1:02:42

1+ y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our most recent Unlocked event featuring Professor Anand Menon's interview with the Rt Hon Ian Blackford, MP for Ross, Skye and Lochaber and former SNP Westminster leader. The conversation covered a wide range of issues including the future of the SNP, Labour’s chances in the ne…

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British identity, Brexit and polarisation with Sunder Katwala 34:59

1+ y ago34:59

34:59

In this episode of 'UKICE (I Tell)' - formerly known as 'Brexit and Beyond' - Sunder Katwala, Director of British Future, talks to Professor Sarah Hall about what his new book, 'How to Be a Patriot: Why Love of Country Can End Our Very British Culture War', says about the challenges to identity in polarised times, from the Brexit divides to the pol…

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The Rt Hon Lord Kinnock on Labour's electoral chances, UK-EU relations & Margaret Thatcher 1:09:50

1+ y ago1:09:50

1:09:50

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our latest Unlocked event with the Rt Hon Lord Kinnock, former Labour leader, European Commissioner and stalwart of British politics. Talking to Professor Anand Menon on 6 June, Neil discussed Keir Starmer’s chances in the next general election, Labour’s EU policy and what it wa…

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Interview with James the Spaghetti Kozak - An American Fighting in Ukraine (Part 2 - Trope Busting) 1:27:11

1+ y ago1:27:11

1:27:11

James also known as 'Spaghetti Kozak' is an American who has spent more than a year fighting for Ukraine as part of the AFU, and even longer than that fighting all-comers in the Twitter war that has raged since the war started. In this special bonus episode of Intrigue Explained, Dmitry put to James some of the most infuriating takes and opinions o…

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Interview with James the Spaghetti Kozak - An American Fighting for Ukraine (Part 1) 1:38:42

1+ y ago1:38:42

1:38:42

James also known as 'Spaghetti Kozak' is an American who has spent more than a year fighting for Ukraine as part of the AFU, and even longer than that fighting all-comers in the Twitter war that has raged since the war started. In this special bonus episode of Intrigue Explained, Dmitry sat down with James for a wide-ranging discussion of the war, …

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Ex-Diplomats Debate: Does Blinken's upcoming visit to China signal weakness? 58:17

1+ y ago58:17

58:17

Dmitry and John debate whether the upcoming visit of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to China is a signal of US weakness. Also on the show: Two stories focused on Saudi Arabia: Their exploring joining the BRICS Development Bank (the NDB); Their succesful attempt to purchase the PGA Golf Tour About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where t…

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Tracy Brabin on levelling up, devolution and Labour's chances at the next general election 1:07:05

1+ y ago1:07:05

1:07:05

On this special episode of UKICE (I Tell), we have a live recording of our latest Unlocked event with Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire. Talking to Professor Anand Menon on 31 May, Tracy discussed her role as Metro Mayor, regional devolution and what ‘levelling up’ means to those in West Yorkshire, as well her time as a Labour MP and the party’…

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Ex-Diplomats Debate: Are authoritarian states just better equipped for foreign policy? 56:20

1+ y ago56:20

56:20

Dmitry and John debate whether democracies are at a disadvantage in international relations compared to their more authoritarian counterparts. Also on the show: What the US debt limit deal means for international relations; and An update on the tense situation in Kosovo. About the show: Intrigue Explained is a show where two former diplomats (Dmitr…

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