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Balkan EchoesBreaking news: Redefining journalism with young Macedonian voicesIn the newest #Media4EU podcast episode, meet our guests – three young Macedonian journalists – Kristina Ivanovska, Enis Shaqiri, and Antonija Janevska.During their study visit to Vicenza, Italy, the three journalists experienced European media practices firsthand and gained deeper insights into citizen journalism and user‑generated content.“The key is finding balance. Professional journalists should not view citizens as competitors but as partners. If we can build systems where user‑generated content is verified and integrated, it can enrich journalism and make it more relevant“.This podcast is part of the Media4EU project, imp...
2026-01-2611 min
Balkan EchoesBalkan Echoes: BOOSTing Youth PossibilitiesIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, our host Ivana Smilevska welcomes Dragana Karovska (HERA), Darko Kjitanoski (Eko-svest), and Ana Zarka (Epoka e Re) — three program managers leading initiatives under the regional Project BOOST.From feminist tourism and cultural heritage to river protection and youth employment, their projects highlight how young people across the Western Balkans are reshaping civic life. The conversation uncovers both challenges and breakthroughs, while showcasing the creativity and determination youth bring to building a more inclusive and sustainable future.This episode proves that when Balkan youth unite, they don’t just imagine chan...
2026-01-2637 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 EP. 8 - Season Recap🎙 Shades of Democracy — Season 4 RecapAs Shades of Democracy comes to the end of Season 4, host Manal Snidi is joined by Beatrice Frascatani to reflect on the journey of this year’s podcast.This final episode steps back from interviews and formats to revisit the themes and questions that shaped the season — from housing and digital inclusion to gender equality, climate action, local governance, and volunteering. Rather than following a chronological recap, the conversation brings together the moments, voices, and reflections that stayed with them most...
2025-12-1808 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 EP. 7 - Turning Global Climate Decisions into Local Action🎙 Inside the COP: Turning Global Climate Decisions into Local ActionWhat happens at the COP may seem distant — but its consequences are felt most strongly at local level, in our cities, towns, and communities.In this episode of Shades of Democracy, host Manal Snidi explores climate action from a perspective that is both global and deeply local. Starting from street interviews capturing citizens’ priorities, hopes, and concerns around climate change, the episode connects everyday realities with the world of international climate negotiations.💬 Guest: Goksen Sah...
2025-12-1529 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesBUILDSPACE Series - EcoEnergyHub Ep. 5: Staying Above Water - Urban Flood Analysis and Resilience💧 Season finale: Episode 5 of the EcoEnergyHub Podcast is out!Today, we explore one of the most urgent climate challenges for cities: floods.We focus on Buildspace Service 5: Urban Flood Analysis and Resilience, a tool that combines satellite imagery, Copernicus services, and local weather and infrastructure data to:1️⃣Identify areas at high risk of flooding2️⃣Simulate different flood scenarios3️⃣Test interventions like retention basins, drainage improvements, and blue-green infrastructure4️⃣Support spatial planning to protect people, property, and essential servicesThe service has already been piloted in Ljubljana, Slovenia...
2025-12-1516 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesBUILDSPACE Series - EcoEnergyHub Ep. 4: Beating the Heat - Urban Heat Analysis and ResilienceToday, we tackle one of the biggest challenges facing cities: urban heat.We dive into Buildspace Urban Heat Analysis and Resilience Service, a tool that helps cities understand where and why heat builds up and how to respond with effective, targeted solutions. Using satellite imagery and on-the-ground data, this service can:1️⃣Identify urban heat intensity and distribution2️⃣Visualize vulnerable groups most affected by heat3️⃣Pinpoint areas for cooling strategies4️⃣Support resilience planning and provide long-term adaptation guidelinesThe service has already been piloted in Piraeus, Greece, a city at the frontline of rising temperatures and urban densit...
2025-12-0816 minShades of DemocracySeason 4 EP. 6 - Inside the Volunteering Experience🎙 Youth Voices at ALDA – Inside the Volunteering ExperienceWhat does it mean to volunteer within an international organisation working on participation and local democracy? In this episode of Shades of Democracy, we dive deep into the experience of the young people who join ALDA each year through the Italian Civil Service (Servizio Civile Universale) — a programme that places volunteers in ALDA’s offices across Europe, where they become fully integrated members of the team.Listeners will hear from nine volunteers based in Brussels and Strasbourg, as they share their firs...
2025-12-0220 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesBUILDSPACE Series - EcoEnergyHub Ep. 3: Future‑Proof Power - Predicting and Cutting Building Energy UseToday, we’re focusing on the energy side of urban resilience with Buildspace’s Built Environment Climate Scenarios Service.This innovative tool allows cities to:1️⃣Analyze current building energy use2️⃣Forecast future energy demand3️⃣Identify energy-saving upgrades4️⃣Evaluate rooftops for solar panel potentialThe service has already been piloted in Riga, Latvia, helping local planners make data-driven decisions to reduce energy use and improve sustainability.Joining us are the experts behind this tool:Victor Ivan Serna (CARTIF) – leading development of the toolIason Dimitriou (NTUA) – responsible for solar potential featuresValdis Ratniks (Riga Planning Region) –...
2025-12-0119 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 Ep. 5 - Gender Equality🎙 In this special 25 November episode of ALDA’s podcast “Shades of Democracy”, we explore what gender equality really means today — and why it remains essential for the health of our democracies.Through street interviews, listeners hear how people define (and sometimes struggle to define) gender equality — from pay gaps to representation, from safety to shifting social norms. These voices set the stage for a broader conversation on how gender equality shapes democratic participation, visibility, and trust.💬 Guest: Camilla Vedovato, Coordinator of ALDA’s Gender, Inclusion and Human Rights Hub, reflects on why gender equalit...
2025-11-2517 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesBUILDSPACE Series - EcoEnergyHub Ep. 2: Smart Buildings, Real Impact - Services at the Building LevelToday, we dive into two cutting-edge services developed within Buildspace for smarter, more energy-efficient buildings:1️⃣Digital Twin Generation: creating detailed digital replicas of buildings to simulate and analyze energy performance.2️⃣Digital Twin Enrichment: enhancing and refining building data for more accurate insights and decision making.We also explore how these services have been piloted in Poland by Mostostal Warszawa, demonstrating real-world impact.Joining us in this episode are the experts making it happen:Ya Wen (University of Cambridge) – Digital Twin Generation specialistLuis Javier Sanchez (Universidad Politécnic...
2025-11-2417 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesBUILDSPACE Series - EcoEnergyHub Ep. 1: BUILDSPACE Technology for Resilient CitiesWe kick off the series with a deep dive into BUILDSPACE: how the project was born, its mission, and how its 5 innovative services aim to enhance building energy efficiency, urban resilience, and sustainability across Europe.To guide us through this story, we’re joined by three distinguished guests:Valeria Fantini – Project Manager and Environment & Climate HUB Coordinator at ALDA, bringing insights into stakeholder engagement, citizen participation, and community-led resilience.Stamatia Rizou – R&D Manager at SingularLogic and Project Leader of BUILDSPACE, offering a deep look into the project’s coordina...
2025-11-1725 min
Balkan EchoesMic Check in Vicenza: Learning Through Study VisitsIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, host Simona Bishkoska is joined by Simona Paskoska, Matea Kargovska, and Kristijan Trajcov — three emerging journalists from North Macedonia. They reflect on their four-day Media4EU study visit in Vicenza. From interactive workshops and media exchanges to behind-the-scenes tours of local newsrooms, the experience offered a deep dive into European media practices and collaborative learning.Make sure to listen in as our guests speak about the real impact of hands-on learning, mentorship, and a chance to upgrade skills. Their advice to the young journalists everywhere? Be patient, follow your he...
2025-10-2812 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 Ep. 4 - Digital Inclusion🎙 In this episode of ALDA’s podcast “Shades of Democracy”, we dive into the heart of digital inclusion — exploring how innovation, accessibility, and participation intertwine in shaping democracy in the digital age.From the All Digital Summit in Malta, voices from the field share how technology can both empower and exclude, reminding us that inclusion is not just about access to tools, but about trust, confidence, and belonging.💬 Guest: David Mekkaoui, CEO of All Digital, discusses the role of local ecosystems, European policies, and shared responsibility in ensuring that no one is...
2025-10-1717 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 Ep. 3 "Bridge to the CoE" - Strengthening Democracy Together🎙️ In this episode of ALDA Podcast “Shades of Democracy”, we explore how cooperation between institutions and civil society strengthens democratic resilience across Europe.Our guests Lotta Valtonen from the Council of Europe and Katica Janeva, Director of ALDA’s Skopje Office, share insights on the tools and programmes that make democracy work in practice — from the European Label of Governance Excellence (ELoGE) to the BRIDGE to the Council of Europe project.From experiences in the Western Balkans to the challenges faced in Ukraine and Moldova, this episode uncovers how frameworks of good gover...
2025-10-0232 min
Balkan EchoesMedia4EU: Connecting Youth to European IntegrationIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, join your host Simona Bishkoska with guests Gabriela Dimovska from Centre for Social Development- CSD Impact and Art Spahiu from Organised Youth Association-OYA, as they explore how young people engage with European integration processes and how media can better support their democratic participation.Make sure to listen in as our guests share insights on reaching younger demographics, the role of social media in political engagement, and practical ways to make EU topics more accessible and relevant to youth audiences.This discussion is part of the Media4EU project, implemented by...
2025-08-1828 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 Ep. 2 - Housing🎙️ Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast “Shades of Democracy,” as we explore why housing is more than just shelter — it’s a cornerstone of democratic participation.Our guest Maite Arrondo, member of ALDA’s Advisory Board and long-time advocate for social justice, shares powerful insights on the current housing crisis and what must change at both the EU and local levels.From street interviews in Brussels to policy recommendations made at the Civil Society Week 2025, this episode uncovers the urgent need to treat housing as a human right, not a commodity.🏠
2025-07-2824 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesCLIMentines Series Ep. 5: Reimagining Climate Action – Regeneration, Creativity, and Youth EmpowermentCan creativity change the climate movement? In this episode, we explore how young changemakers are using storytelling, imagination, and regenerative thinking to build the futures they want to live in.Featuring: Niels de Fraguier, ecopreneur and author of the "Council of the Future," sharing tools for regeneration, youth empowerment, and systems change.🧭 Further Resources from Niels de Fraguier and related work:“Rethinking Generation – A Life-Centered Invitation” (Medium article)Cartography of Inner Worlds – Creative Mapping of the SelfFUTUR·ES – The Participatory Game to Imagine and Design Better FuturesEmpowering Potential – Official WebsiteThis episode is part of the CLIMentin...
2025-07-2526 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesCLIMentines Series Ep. 4: What Happens When 36 Young People Unite for the ClimateA look inside a powerful youth exchange that brought together participants from across Europe. What did they learn from each other? What tools did they bring home? And how did this experience shape their views on climate action, solidarity, and the future of Europe?Featuring: 👉 Rania Maoujoum, a youth participant from France 👉 Francis Yeboah, a youth participant from Austria 👉 Angela Shkembi, a facilitator of the youth exchange from Greece.This episode is part of the CLIMentines project, which empowers young people across Europe to take action on cli...
2025-07-2517 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesCLIMentines Series Ep. 3: How Local Youth Are Taking Climate ActionFrom Finland to Spain, young people are stepping up in their communities to tackle climate issues. This episode highlights stories from the Local Task Forces: what drives them, what they’ve learned, and how even small actions can spark big change.Featuring: Maria Rapti from Greece and Ilaria Di Vittorio from Italy This episode is part of the CLIMentines project, which empowers young people across Europe to take action on climate issues through participation, learning, and collaboration.🌐 Website: www.climentines.eu
2025-07-2524 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesCLIMentines Series Ep. 2: Tools for Change – What Youth Workers Need to Boost Climate ActionWhat does it take to guide young people through climate activism? This episode brings together youth workers who share the methods, mindsets, and tools that help turn frustration into action. A practical and inspiring discussion on making climate participation meaningful and inclusive.Featuring:Juha Laakso (Finland), and Paweł Lekan (Poland), youth workers from different backgrounds sharing lessons from practice.This episode is part of the CLIMentines project, which empowers young people across Europe to take action on climate issues through participation, learning, and collaboration.🌐 Website: www...
2025-07-2520 min
ALDA Hubs & VoicesCLIMentines Series Ep. 1 - Inside Europe’s Youth Climate AssembliesWhat does real youth participation in climate policy look like? In this episode, we hear from young people and facilitators who helped shape or took part in climate assemblies across Europe. Discover how these democratic spaces empower youth voices and influence local decisions — and what it means to be truly heard.Featuring: Marianna Precone, who took part in Bologna’s first Climate Assembly and now serves on the monitoring committee ensuring the proposals don’t just collect dust.And Luca Brandalesi, from the Bologna branch of Extinction Rebellion, who was part of...
2025-07-2523 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 4 EP. 1 - TrailerBehind the Scenes at ALDA: Who We Are and Why We Do ItWe’re kicking off a brand new season of “Shades of Democracy” with a special behind-the-scenes episode! Meet the team behind ALDA as we share stories, laughs, and honest moments from our everyday work in the world of civic engagement.From funny fails at international events to heartfelt memories from the field, this episode offers an inside look at what it really means to work for democracy. Tune in as hosts Manal Snidi and Beatrice Frascat...
2025-04-1508 min
Balkan EchoesIntroducing Shared HorizonsIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, discover the new project "Shared Horizons", Component 2.Join your host, Simona Bishkoska and guests Project Manager Viktorija Postolovska from ALDA Balkans and Project Coordinator Paul Berthezene from Expertise France as they discuss how this innovative initiative empowers youth to rediscover their shared cultural heritage.Learn how photography, storytelling, and research on historic bridges are helping young people from six different Western Balkan countries abandon divisive narratives and build new connections. This episode offers valuable insights into how the next generation is reframing regional identity beyond conflict toward a future of...
2025-04-0127 min
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2025-02-1304 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 8 - Recap Third SeasonAnd we have arrived at the end of the third season of the ALDA Podcast Shades of Democracy! 🚀In this special recap episode, host Manal Snidi together with Beatrice Frascatani from the ALDA Communication Team reflect on the highlights of the season, their favourite episodes, and the valuable lessons learned. From volunteering and participatory democracy to combating hate speech and fostering inclusion, this season has been packed with inspiring stories and meaningful discussions. While this season comes to a close, stay connected—Shades of Democracy will return in 2025 with m...
2024-12-2305 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 7 - Post-EU ElectionsJoin us in this episode of the ALDA Podcast Shades of Democracy as we reflect on the results of the 2024 EU elections and their implications for the future of European democracy.We’re joined by MEP Daniel Freund and Adrien Licha, who will share their thoughts on how citizens can get involved, how young people can participate, and how civil society can help connect institutions with the public. This episode provides a deep look at how Europe can use the energy from the elections to create a stronger democratic fu...
2024-12-2036 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 6 - Participatory DemocracyJoin us in this episode of the ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy" as we explore the transformative power of participatory democracy! Our guests, Anthony Zacharzewski, Anna Ditta, and Tamara Ehs, share their expertise and experiences in fostering local democracy and addressing today’s societal and environmental challenges. Tune in to discover how involving citizens in decision-making processes can help shape a brighter, more inclusive future!
2024-12-1927 min
La malattia dell'ostrica6. La caccia alle streghe è finita? Alda MeriniDa ragazzina malinconica, devota e solitaria, a ragazza incazzata. Poi, in quanto donna isterica “può guarire solo se si trova un uomo”, anche se è una poetessa bravissima.Alda Merini si farà 8 anni di manicomio e 50 elettroshock. Poi conosce il dottor G, esce dall’ospedale psichiatrico e diventa un’icona pop della poesia contemporanea candidata al Nobel. Muore a 78 anni con i funerali di stato.Il racconto di Claudio Morici con un'intervista a Cecilia Mazza, livornese di nascita e romana d' adozione è una psicoterapeuta, socia ordinaria e docente de Lo Spazio psicoanalitico di Roma. Esercita da oltre 20 ann...
2024-12-1812 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 5 - Hate SpeechJoin us in this episode of ALDA Podcast “Shades of Democracy”, as we dive deep into the critical issue of hate speech and its intersection with gender and inclusion policies. Our guests, Sara Afendi (ALDA) and Hana Kojakovic (Media Diversity Institute), share their experiences tackling religious-based hate speech through projects like “Get The Trolls Out” and “HATEDEMICS”, and explore practical strategies for fostering inclusive dialogue. Tune in to discover how communities and media literacy can drive positive change and help build a more democratic, inclusive society!Useful links:HATEDEMICS Project ➡️https...
2024-12-0632 min
MemorabiliAlda MeriniAlda Merini, poetessa dei Navigli: libera, appassionata, vulnerabile, ha amato Milano con la struggente intensità dei primi amori. Il ritratto di una delle più grandi scrittrici del '900, con un commento di Tommaso Sacchi, Assessore alla Cultura del Comune di Milano.
2024-11-1808 min
Balkan EchoesBOOST your Impact: New Grant Opportunity for CSOs across the Western BalkansIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, discover the new regional sub-granting programme of Project BOOST. Join host Simona Bishkoska, with Project Manager Maja Varoshlija and Grant Manager Marina Terpovska as they share the exciting funding opportunity for civil society organizations across the Western Balkans.This episode delivers crucial insights into the application process, eligibility criteria, and the benefits of the programme. Whether you're a seasoned NGO or new to the civil society sector, you'll learn about networking opportunities, cross-cutting priorities, and the long-term be...
2024-11-1123 min
Balkan EchoesEU Integration and Labour Law ReformsIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, join your host Simona Bishkoska, with special guest Professor Lazar Jovevski, from the Law Faculty of the Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, as they dive into the crucial role of labour law reforms in North Macedonia.As a part of the project Media4EU they uncover the challenges, opportunities, and transformative impact of EU-funded projects.The Media for EU project is led by Eurothink – Center for European Strategies from Skopje, conducted in partnership with the Balkan Institute for Regional Cooperation (BIRC) and the European Association for Local Democracy (ALDA), wi...
2024-10-1424 minBalkan EchoesEU Integration & Labour Law Reforms in North MacedoniaIn this episode of Balkan Echoes, join your host Simona Bishkoska, with special guest Professor Lazar Jovevski, from the Law Faculty of the Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, as they dive into the crucial role of labour law reforms in North Macedonia.As a part of the project Media4EU they uncover the challenges, opportunities, and transformative impact of EU-funded projects.The Media for EU project is led by Eurothink – Center for European Strategies from Skopje, conducted in partnership with the Balkan Institute for Regional Cooperation (BIRC) and the European Association for Local Democracy (ALDA), with...
2024-10-1423 min
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastAlan Alda EncoreGGACP celebrates National Italian-American Heritage Month by presenting this ENCORE of a memorable 2018 interview with Emmy-winning actor-writer-director Alan Alda (AKA Alphonso Joseph D'Abruzzo). In this episode, Alan discusses growing up in Burlesque theaters, working with his father Robert Alda, coping with the pressures of sudden fame and learning to live life “in the moment.” Also, Mickey Rooney “hails a cab,” Buster Keaton does a backflip, Sarah Silverman forms an unlikely friendship and Alan remembers M*A*S*H colleagues Harry Morgan, Wayne Rogers and McLean Stevenson. PLUS: The Great Blackstone! “The Beast with Five Fingers”! Revisiting “Crimes and Misdemeanors”! Beetlepuss rescue...
2024-10-141h 46
Balkan EchoesIntroducing the Anna Lindh Macedonian NetworkWelcome to Balkan Echoes! In today's episode, join your host Simona Bishkoska in exploring the Macedonian Network of the Anna Lindh Foundation. We'll discuss how this network fosters cross-cultural understanding, empowers youth, and creates positive change in North Macedonia. Our guest Simona Slavkova shares insights on their impactful projects, and the benefits of international collaboration, and gives us a sneak peek at an exciting upcoming event. Join us for an inspiring look at how local actions are shaping a more connected and inclusive society.
2024-09-1210 min
Ellice's SciComm Corner with The LinkI'm a Scientist...Why Do I Need a Podcast?Dr. Ben Rush from DeeperThanData Media and The Alda Center's Scicomm Specialist, Ellice Wallace, MS., discuss the pros and cons of starting a podcast as a scientist, as well as how to get started and make your podcast idea unique.
2024-08-0733 min
Balkan EchoesIntroducing BOOSTWelcome to Balkan Echoes! In this debut episode join your host Simona Bishkoska in introducing BOOST: Balkans for Optimising Opportunities, Sustainability and Transformation of Civil Society, an exciting new initiative to strengthen civil society organisations' capacities in the Western Balkans. With special guests Katica Janeva, Director of ALDA Balkans, and Philippe Walfard, Project Manager at Agence Française de Développement (AFD), they share how BOOST aims to empower CSOs, foster collaboration, and build stronger communities.Discover how BOOST addresses key challenges, supports sustainable development and aims to create a lasting impact across the Western Balkan re...
2024-08-0623 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 4 - VolunteeringIn this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," we dive into the importance of volunteering across Europe. Our esteemed guests, Maurizio Camin, Marta Sys, and Lorenzo Buscema, share their unique perspectives on how volunteer efforts foster community engagement, social inclusion, and active citizenship. Listen in to discover how these initiatives are creating positive impacts throughout Europe!Useful links:Trento European Capital of Volunteering 2024 ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VLA3WMMerkury Foundation ➡️https://www.merkury.org.pl/ Ass. Trentino per i Balcani ➡️https://www.trentinobalcani.eu/ ALDA welcomes the new Civil Service Volunteers ➡️ htt...
2024-06-2822 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 3 - EU Enlargement & UkraineJoin us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy" as we discuss EU enlargement, and developments in Ukraine. Our distinguished guests, Antonella Valmorbida, ALDA Secretary General and Marta Barandiy, founder of Promote Ukraine, share their perspectives on the situation in Ukraine, its links with the EU, and ALDA's role in supporting democratic values in the region.Tune in to gain more knowledge on the topic! Useful links:ALDA Flagship Initiative in Ukraine ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aQo94l Promote Ukraine website ➡️ https://bit.l
2024-05-2836 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 2 - EU ElectionsJoin us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we explore the significance of the EU Elections 2024 and their impact on the future of European democracy. Our distinguished guests, MEP Domènec Ruiz Devesa and Alexandre Météreau offer valuable insights into the complexities of the electoral process and the strategies needed to engage citizens effectively through civil society.Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the upcoming elections and their implications for the European Union!Useful links:ALDA EU Elections Campaign #BetterEuropeTogether ➡️https://bit.ly/3yf9...
2024-05-1032 min
Shades of DemocracySeason 3 EP. 1 - TrailerThe Third Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA - The European Association for Local Democracy, has started! ⭐️🎙In this Trailer, Manal Snidi and Beatrice Frascatani, from ALDA Communication Team, will tell you more about what to expect from this third season! Are you ready to find out more?
2024-05-0704 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 12 - The New Methodology - Media4EUA new episode of the ALDA Podcast is now available and it starts with a question: How much of a priority are the Western Balkans for the EU? To answer to this question, the guests of the day will explore and analyse the 'New EU Enlargement Methodology' or 'New Methodology' ✨So let's leave the floor to Ms. Ana Krstinovska, President of ESTIMA, former State Secretary for EU Affairs in the Government of North Macedonia, First Secretary in the Mission of the Republic of North Macedonia to the EU in Brussels and Advisor for international cooperation to th...
2024-02-2924 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 11 - Last EpisodeAnd we have arrived at the end of the second season of the ALDA Podcast 'Shades of Democracy'!✨In this Episode, Beatrice Frascatani and Manal Snidi, from the ALDA Communication Team, will talk about the highlights of the season, and their favourite moments. This season ends here, but do not stop to follow us! In 2024 another season will be ready for you, directly in your headphones.Stay tuned! 👀
2023-12-2905 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 10 - Media4EUA new episode of the ALDA Podcast is now available! This episode focuses on the Media for EU project, dedicated to the “Improvement of mediaand journalism standards in the Republic of North Macedonia.” ✨Our guests for the day are Dimitar Nikolovski, the Executive Director of Eurothink - Center forEuropean Strategies, leader of the project, with a strong background in media and research, and Xhelal Neziri, President of the BIRC Institute, an experienced investigative reporter and analyst. As moderator, we have Sanja Trpkovska from the ALDA Skopje office!Enjoy! ✨Useful l...
2023-12-2925 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 9 - Food SustainabilityA new episode is OUT NOW! 🎤In this episode we talk about food sustainability with a focus on the FoodWave project. We do this together with Valeria Fantini, Project Manager at ALDA, and Coordinator of the Environment & Climate HUB in charge of the FoodWave Project, and with Cristina Fernández and Nabil Charour, representing the association Mar de Tierras. Enjoy it! ✨Useful links: More about Food Wave: https://bit.ly/3H0YOr5
2023-12-2929 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 8 - EU ElectionsA new Episode of the ALDA podcast is available! 🌟As we stand on the brink of a new chapter in European democracy, the forthcoming EU elections in 2024 hold immense significance. Today, we are joined by two distinguished guests who bring unique perspectives to the table.Listen to the words of Dafne Sgarra, Project Manager at ALDA, Coordinator of the Youth Empowerment & Education Thematic HUB, and in charge of the TALE Project and of Stefan Sindelar, CEO at European Capital of Democracy and Head of Operations at the Innovation in Politics Institute.Enjoy! 🌟Useful...
2023-12-2925 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 7 - 30years anniversary LDAsNew Episode released! 🌟Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we celebrate the 30 years anniversary since the establishment of the very first Local Democracy Agency in Subotica (Serbia) in 1993. Our esteemed guests, Katica Janeva, Director of the ALDA office in Skopje (North Macedonia) & Coordinator of the Western Balkans regional area and Dženana Dedić, Director of Local Democracy Agency Mostar, tell us about their experience during the years, including challenges and achievements. Tune in to discover more! Useful links:Find out more about this anniversary ➡️ https://bit.ly/47egkml
2023-12-2924 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 6 - EaP Integration in EUThe sixth Episode of the ALDA podcast is ready for you! 🎤Join us in this episode of ALDA Podcast "Shades of Democracy," as we unravel the intricacies of the Eastern Partnership's integration process.Our esteemed guests, Nino Khukhua, Executive Director of Local Democracy Agency Georgia, and Viorica Tudos, Director of Chișinău Office, provide unparalleled insights into the collaborative efforts shaping political and economic relations across Eastern European partner countries, and the successes and challenges in accessing the EU. Tune in to discover more! Useful links:To find out more about the Easte...
2023-12-2931 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 5 - DigitalisationNew episode released! 🌟In this episode, we're joined by Dea Kralj, Project Officer at “ALL DIGITAL AISBL”, Aladdin Alrifai, project manager of Our Digital Village at ALDA and member of our Hub on Digital and Innovation. Together, we explore the realm of digital education, honing in on its impact on civil society and the transformative role of EU projects in shaping a more inclusive educational landscape. Tune in to discover more in this enlightening conversation!For more information:To find out more about “Our digital village” project ➡️https://www.alda-europe.eu/our-digital-village-odv/ALDA...
2023-12-2928 minShades of DemocracySeason 2.EP. 4 - Migration and Integration🎙 A new episode of the ALDA Podcast, “Shades of Democracy” is OUT! ✨️In this fourth episode we are going to discuss about #migration and #integration. How? Through the analysis of the EPIC project - European Platform of Integrating Cities - funded by the #AMIF programme. 🌍🫂 🤝 With special guests Maddalena Alberti - ALDA Advisory Board member and director of ADL Zavidovići - and Ghesina Rath - in charge of European projects at Oberhausen Municipality - the episode focuses on narratives on migrant communities, exploring what are the best practises implemented by the EPIC project, which results have been achieved an...
2023-12-1226 minShades of DemocracySeason 2 EP. 3 - Sustainable Urban Development - AutrementThe third Episode of the ALDA Podcast 'Shades of Democracy', second Season, is OUT NOW! In this Episode we are going to talk about sustainable urban development and citizenparticipation in local governance, focusing on the project “Autrement” (Aménagement Urbaindu Territoire pour REinventer les Mobilités et ENgager les Tunisiens). Together with the ALDA Communication Team, there are Yasmine Falfoul, Communication and Local Democracy Officer for the AUTREMENT Project, Takwa Mallat from “We Love Kairouan”, Mr. Boussofara from the Municipality of Mahdia, and Younes Aggoun, Head of Mission of AUTREMENT and representative of CODATU...
2023-12-0723 minShades of DemocracySeason 2. EP.2 - Women and youth in public affairs - WYDE Civic EngagementThe Second Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA - The European Association for Local Democracy, has started! ⭐️In this second episode, Manal Snidi, ALDA Communication Officer, together with Jeremy Apert, Programme Manager at EPD (European Partnership for Democracy) and Abdelaziz Bouslah, Director of ALDA Tunisia Office and Regional Manager, will tell you more about the participation of women and youth in public affairs by exploring the implementation of the WYDE Civic Engagement project.Discover it!For more information:To find out more about the WYDE Civic Enagagement Project ➡️ https://bit.ly/47Mhref
2023-12-0433 min
LibereAlda MeriniAlda, poetessa dei Navigli.Nata il 21 a Primavera e morta il giorno di Ognissanti.Indomabile, anticonvenzionale, irrequieta. Visionaria e passionale voce del '900.Breve ritratto a cura di Valeria Venturin.
2023-11-2707 minShades of DemocracySeason 2. EP.1 - TrailerThe Second Season of the Podcast produced by ALDA - The European Association for Local Democracy, has started! ⭐️In this Trailer, Beatrice Frascatani and Manal Snidi, a part of ALDA Communication Team, will tell you more about what to expect from this second season! Are you ready to discover it?
2023-11-0303 min
The Great Creators with Guy RazAlan Alda: The 87-Year-Old Legend on M*A*S*H, The West Wing, and Building Chemistry Using Humor and Brutal HonestyActor Alan Alda played a starring role in two iconic ensemble TV shows, MASH and The West Wing, part of an award-winning career in television, film and theater that's spanned decades. He's also a writer and director. He talks with Guy about building chemistry in an ensemble cast, how he uses improvisational techniques in his acting and in real life, and how he is still taking on new roles at age 87, even as he copes with Parkinson's disease.Links from the show:Clear and Vivid with Alan Alda podcastAlan as Hawkeye video compilat...
2023-05-301h 03
Shades of DemocracyEP.13_End of the first seasonDear listeners, thank you very much for joining us in this new adventure ⭐️On "Shades of Democracy" first season we discussed the different aspects of democracy, unfoloding this concept into several topics and challenges. It has been a pleasure having so many professionals and experts on board, and we are already looking forward the second season...As for now we wish you a very Happy New Year, ready to meet you again in 2023!
2022-12-3003 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.12_Democracy & MigrationWhen discussing about migration the debate is quite heated; some people perceive it as an opportunity, others as a threat… What may be the reason behind it in your opinion? We are going to discuss the role of CSOs within this realm, starting from some data:IOM ➡️ https://migration.iom.int/europe/arrivals European Commission ➡️ https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/promoting-our-european-way-life/statistics-migration-europe_en***Special guests:- Andrea Rilievo, President of "Studio Progetto Cooperativa Sociale" and Member of the ALDA Governing Board ➡️ https://studioprogetto.org/- Adrien Licha, Coordinator of the ALDA Secre
2022-12-2923 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.11_Democracy & ArtCities & Street art: there is still a twofolds vision, some consider it as an act of vandalism, others as a way of urban regeneration. What is you point of you on "Street Art", both as representatives of an independent museum and of an NGO?The role of art in democracy promotion ➡️ https://www.alda-europe.eu/progetto/star/***Special guests:- Anna Stolyarova, Director of the Street Art Museum of Amsterdam- Nuno Wemans, Project Coordinator at Clube Intercultural Europeu- Nadia Di Iulio, Project Manager and Head of the "Civil Engagement" Hub
2022-12-2730 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.10_Democracy & Hate Speech"What is consider as hate speech? How can the victims of hate speech be supported?" We are going to discuss it with two special guests in this episode dedicated to the "STAND UP" project and the initiatves developed at European level in fighting hate crime. ➡️ Stand Up project: https://www.alda-europe.eu/progetto/stand-up-2/➡️ Toolkit for human rights speech (Council of Europe): https://pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/human-rights-speech/home➡️ Committee of Experts in Combating Hate Speech (Council of Europe): https://www.coe.int/en/web/committee-on-combatting-hate-speech/adi-msi-dis-working-documents***Special guests:- Menno Ettema, Prog...
2022-12-2136 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.9_ Democracy & Voluntary ExperienceWhy spending a year as volunteer? How to find enriching opportunities? What is the "Civil Service"? We are going to discuss these questions, and many others with two guests, now joining their voluntary experiences in France and Belgium ➡️ https://www.alda-europe.eu/library/call-led-2021-project-civil-service/Official Website of the "Civil Service" ➡️ https://www.politichegiovanili.gov.it/***Special guests:- Manal Snidi, participant and volunteer of the "Civil Service"- Veronica Vidotto, participant and volunteer of the "Civil Service"
2022-12-1525 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.8_Democracy & Community"After the pandemic, how far do you believe it is important to recreate the “sense of community?" On this episode we are going to discuss PIECE project and adult education, to strengthening and empowering communities through education and training ➡️ https://pieceproject.eu/***Special guests:- Amelia Fiorillo, Founder and Director of Kairos Europe- Kalliopi Stefani, Project Manager at Innovation Frontiers- Elena Fuerler, Project Developer at ALDA
2022-12-0927 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.7_ Democracy & EaPWhat is the Eastern Partnership? How far is ALDA a strategic player in the region? These are among the key question of this episode. We are going to discuss also the commitment of ALDA for Ukraine and the open call for LDAs ➡️ https://www.alda-europe.eu/news/commitment-ldas-ukraine-join-call/***Special guest:- Alexandru Coica, Head of the Chisinau Office and Eastern Partnership Coordinator
2022-12-0727 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.6_ Democracy & YouthYouth and the generations of tomorrow. How to engage them and to empower them so that to increase the level of democracy in the society? Starting from H.E.Y! Project to find out answers to the question! ➡️https://www.hey-project.org/***Special guests:- Ifigenia Katchie, SPAO Founder, Director and President of the Board ➡️ https://www.socialpolicyaction.org/- Dafne Sgarra, ALDA Project Manger specialised on "Youth Engagement" projects
2022-11-2619 min
Shades of DemocracyEP.5 Democracy & Food sustainabilityFood sustainability, planet and the creation of awareness for sustainable approaches to consuming and producing food. Discussing the "Food Wave" and "Shared Green Deal" projects and other initiatives ➡️https://www.alda-europe.eu/progetto/food-wave/ ***Special guests:- Jorrit Kiewik, Executive Director of Slow Food Youth Network ➡️ https://slowfoodyouthnetwork.org/ - Valeria Fantini, ALDA Project Manger and Head of the "Environment & Climate" Hub
2022-11-1831 min
Shades of DemocracyEP. 4_ Democracy and Decision Making ProcessThe role of civil society in the Decision Making Process and the reform of the public administration; also based on the digital tool developed within "P-CUBE" project ➡️ https://www.p-cube-project.eu/***Special guests:- Professore Jacques Ziller, Honorary Professor of Public Law at Sorbonne and Honorary Professor of European Union Law at Pavia University- Beatrice Frascatani, ALDA Communication Officer and "P-CUBE" Project Manager
2022-10-2424 min
San Antonio Podcast NetworkSA Talk #41 | An Interview With Alda P. DobbsOn this episode of SA Talk, host Zachary Espericueta speaks with children's book author, Alda Dobbs. Alda shares how and why she became an author after working for a number of years in other industries. She also explains the process of bringing a book to the market and what some newer authors should be looking out for. Also, Alda shares the meaning behind one of her book characters and how she incorporates her own experiences in her writing.
Where to Find/Follow Alda Dobbs:
Website: https://www.aldapdobbs.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram...
2022-09-3050 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastAlan Alda EncoreGGACP celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic TV series "M*A*S*H" (premiered September 17, 1972) with this ENCORE of a memorable 2018 interview with Emmy-winning actor-writer-director Alan Alda. In this episode, Alan discusses growing up in Burlesque theaters, working with his father Robert Alda, coping with the pressures of sudden fame and learning to live life “in the moment.” Also, Mickey Rooney "hails a cab," Buster Keaton does a backflip, Sarah Silverman forms an unlikely friendship and Alan remembers M*A*S*H colleagues Harry Morgan, Wayne Rogers and McLean Stevenson. PLUS: The Great Blackstone! “The Beast with Five Finger...
2022-09-191h 46
JaYa-PodcastVallah Mashallah Alda | Podcast #78Brüder und Schwester wir küssen eure Augen, wenn ihr jetzt sofort an Ort und Stelle diesem Podcast 5 Sterne gebt.
Das würde uns sehr weiterhelfen und Yannick immer mehr Bahnfahrten finanzieren aus dem er den Großteil seiner besten Storys gewinnt.
Neben der Bahn ist aber auch die Liebe Thema der Folge.
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2022-08-0756 min
Pet to Partner【Masa's Blog】vol.6 私のペットファミリーの紹介 ①イヌ編Podcast中で言及している記事・ブログ
①テクノロジーでペット業界の課題解決を–インドで動物病院、日本発ベンチャーA’alda Pte CEOに聞く
②【公式】Dyplus西麻布｜ペットのためのメディカルサロン｜獣医師たち専門家があなたとペットの豊かな生活をトータルデザイン
③ e-DogLearning
③人とペットの関係性について（A’ALDA代表 奥田昌道）
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2022-08-0414 min
Cuentos Cortos De TerrorCuentos Cortos Para Dormir - Cómo Ocurrió, de Isaac Asimov #24Si quieres patrocinar el Podcast envía un email a esta dirección: luisfabregatalda@gmail.com
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Bienvenidos una noche más al Podcast cuentos cortos de terror, en este episodio vuelvo un poco a mi origen y publico un relato que no llega a tener la óptica de terror habitual en el Podcast, es más bien algo ligerito y simpático que de vez en cuando viene bien, espero que no os decepcione mucho y si os gusta puedo traer próximam...
2022-07-1504 min