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Creative Krunch PodcastTake Your Shot || Jamie Tobin PhotographyGet ready to laugh and learn as we sit down with the one and only Jamie Laracy, the wildly authentic owner of Jamie Tobin Photography. This elopement photographer is all about adding a dash of creativity and authenticity to every shot and she's not afraid to get a little goofy to get the perfect picture. But don't let her playful spirit fool you, Jamie is also a master at teaching others how to snap jaw-dropping photos using just their smartphones. So, grab your phone and get ready to up your iPhone photography game with Jamie's hilarious and helpful personality!2023-01-271h 46
The Angry Blerd PodcastEpisode 104: I'm an Enigma DudeWelcome to the Angry Blerds podcast, Where we talk about all things nerdy that we like!
On this episode we talk about Neil Gaiman spills some Sandman tea, Samir frustratingly tries to gauge what time period does Burnard stop watching as far as film and television and Samir gives us some details about the rings of power, Ben Kingsley joins the Wonder Man Disney + series, Jamie Clayton's first look as the pinhead in Hellraiser and nepotism in Hollywood. we, Barbie Ferreira joins House of Spoils, some Hogwarts legacy news, Jordan Peele expanding the Nope universe, and we review She-Hulk: Attorney...2022-09-061h 13
Chatham HouseEpisode 106: China's economic perfect stormThe war in Ukraine and global cost-of-living crisis are exerting pressure on economies across the world. With ongoing COVID-19 lockdowns and food supply chain issues on top of this, China is facing a particularly severe challenge. In this episode Ben speaks with Dr Yu Jie (Asia-Pacific Programme, Chatham House) about the economic 'perfect storm' presenting such an obstacle to President Xi Jinping's 'common prosperity' agenda. They discuss the domestic Chinese debate over the future of its economy, the implications of Russia's invasion and the likely longevity of the government's new 'comprehensive thrift strategy'. Read The World Today article: Credits: Speaker: Yu...2022-06-0326 min
UndercurrentsChina's economic perfect stormThe war in Ukraine and global cost-of-living crisis are exerting pressure on economies across the world. With ongoing COVID-19 lockdowns and food supply chain issues on top of this, China is facing a particularly severe challenge. In this episode Ben speaks with Dr Yu Jie (Asia-Pacific Programme, Chatham House) about the economic 'perfect storm' presenting such an obstacle to President Xi Jinping's 'common prosperity' agenda. They discuss the domestic Chinese debate over the future of its economy, the implications of Russia's invasion and the likely longevity of the government's new 'comprehensive thrift strategy'. Read The Wo...2022-06-0326 min
Fuel Your Mind With A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Uplifting.Detection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana by Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie HansenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/561317to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Detection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana
Author: Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie Hansen
Narrator: Jennifer Jill Araya, Neil Hellegers, Courtney Patterson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 17 hours 25 minutes
Release date: May 24, 2022
Genres: Mystery
Publisher's Summary:
Love Inspired Suspense brings you three full-length stories in one collection! Enjoy action-packed stories in the Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit series featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat! This box set includes: DETECTION DETAIL by Terri Reed Protecting an alleged arsonist was not what...2022-05-245h 25Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Romance, MysteryDetection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana by Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie HansenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/561317to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Detection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana
Author: Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie Hansen
Narrator: Jennifer Jill Araya, Neil Hellegers, Courtney Patterson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 17 hours 25 minutes
Release date: May 24, 2022
Genres: Mystery
Publisher's Summary:
Love Inspired Suspense brings you three full-length stories in one collection! Enjoy action-packed stories in the Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit series featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat! This box set includes: DETECTION DETAIL by Terri Reed Protecting an alleged arsonist was not what...2022-05-245h 25
High-Quality Full Trial Audiobooks in Romance, MysteryDetection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana by Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie HansenPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/561317 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Detection Detail & Ready to Protect & Hiding in Montana Author: Laura Scott, Terri Reed, Valerie Hansen Narrator: Jennifer Jill Araya, Neil Hellegers, Courtney Patterson Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 17 hours 25 minutes Release date: May 24, 2022 Genres: Mystery Publisher's Summary: Love Inspired Suspense brings you three full-length stories in one collection! Enjoy action-packed stories in the Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit series featuring K-9 crime-stoppers solving thrilling mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat! This box set includes: DETECTION DETAIL by Terri Reed Protecting an alleged arsonist was not...2022-05-2405 min
Chatham HousePower for refugees: CookingPower for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. This second episode examines efforts to provide alternative fuel for cooking in displaced settings i...2022-05-1656 min
UndercurrentsPower for refugees: CookingPower for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. This second episode examines efforts to provide alternative fuel f...2022-05-1656 minChatham HousePower for refugees: ElectricityPower for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. Approximately 94% of refugees do not have access to electricity to heat or cool hospitals, s...2022-05-1659 min
UndercurrentsPower for refugees: ElectricityPower for refugees is a new two-part podcast on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over two episodes Ben explores an often-overlooked aspect of humanitarian assistance: access to energy. From Afghanistan to Ukraine to Sudan - the world is grappling with the consequences that emerge when people are forced to flee from their homes. One factor that does not usually make the headlines is that many people displaced by conflict or natural disasters lack access to the energy services that are necessary for forging dignified lives and livelihoods. Approximately 94% of refugees do not have access to electricity t...2022-05-1359 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 103: Global Britain one year after the Integrated ReviewA year on from the publication of the UK's Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy, Chatham House Director Dr Robin Niblett shares his assessment of how Boris Johnson's government has implemented its vision of Global Britain. Read the Chatham House research paper: Credits: Speaker: Robin Niblett Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House2022-04-0845 min
UndercurrentsGlobal Britain one year after the Integrated ReviewA year on from the publication of the UK's Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy, Chatham House Director Dr Robin Niblett shares his assessment of how Boris Johnson's government has implemented its vision of Global Britain. Read the Chatham House research paper: Global Britain in a divided world: Testing the ambitions of the Integrated Review Credits: Speaker: Robin Niblett Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House2022-04-0845 min
Blues DisciplesBlues Disciples
April 4, 2022
Episode 172
Show 172 – Recorded 4-2-22 – With this podcast we feature 12 outstanding blues artists with 12 great blues performances to enjoy. We also announce our award winning documentary screening April 29th. These songs were released from 1929 – 2017. Our featured artists are: Memphis Willie B, Blind Willie Johnson, Etta James, Jimmy Reed, Bob Lanza, Aretha Franklin, Ben Prestage, Bettye LaVette, Baby Tate, Samantha Fish, Ruth Brown, Charles Brown. We also announce our award-winning documentary screening April 29th.
Blues Disciples: 172
by Memphis Willie B, Blind Willie Johnson, Etta James, Jimmy Reed, Bob Lanza, Aretha Franklin, Ben Pre...2022-04-0456 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 102: Cross-border conflictProtracted conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa, Horn of Africa and parts of Asia, although usually arising from intra-state disputes, rarely remain contained within national borders. Through the XCEPT project, supported with UK Aid from the UK government, Chatham House explores the informal supply chains and economies that develop across borders during times of war. In this episode, XCEPT Project Manager Leah de Haan speaks to Chatham House experts Tim Eaton, Lina Khatib and Renad Mansour about cross-border conflicts in North Africa and the Levant. First, Lina and Renad explain how a regional approach to analysing war economies in...2022-03-2537 min
UndercurrentsCross-border conflictProtracted conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa, Horn of Africa and parts of Asia, although usually arising from intra-state disputes, rarely remain contained within national borders. Through the XCEPT project, supported with UK Aid from the UK government, Chatham House explores the informal supply chains and economies that develop across borders during times of war. In this episode, XCEPT Project Manager Leah de Haan speaks to Chatham House experts Tim Eaton, Lina Khatib and Renad Mansour about cross-border conflicts in North Africa and the Levant. First, Lina and Renad explain how a regional ap...2022-03-2537 min
Chatham HouseReflections at 100: UK foreign policyWhat has been going on in UK foreign policy over the last century, and how have leading thinkers approached it? To mark the 100th anniversary of International Affairs, the journal of Chatham House, a new series of six archive collections will explore the past, present and future of current affairs issues. Each collection will be accompanied by an episode in this mini-series, where we consider what the research tells us about policy-making today. In this episode we’re talking about the first archive collection, on UK foreign policy. Krisztina Csortea, Managing Editor of the journal, and Isabel Muttreja, Marketing Manager spe...2022-03-1845 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 98: Humanitarian system failure, and crisis in AfghanistanThis week, Undercurrents is joined by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to explore a new report on the humanitarian crises that require global attention in 2022. A record number of people across the world are in need of humanitarian assistance. 20 countries which are home to 10% of the global population account for 89% of global humanitarian need, driven by a wide range of factors including conflict, natural disasters, economic collapse and health crises. These situations are worsened by systemic failures at the state, diplomatic, legal and operational levels. The IRC's 2022 Emergency Watchlist assesses the severity of the crises in these countries, and provides...2022-01-2844 min
UndercurrentsHumanitarian system failure, and crisis in AfghanistanThis week, Undercurrents is joined by the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to explore a new report on the humanitarian crises that require global attention in 2022. A record number of people across the world are in need of humanitarian assistance. 20 countries which are home to 10% of the global population account for 89% of global humanitarian need, driven by a wide range of factors including conflict, natural disasters, economic collapse and health crises. These situations are worsened by systemic failures at the state, diplomatic, legal and operational levels. The IRC's 2022 Emergency Watchlist assesses the severity of the crises in these...2022-01-2844 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 97: US democracy one year after the Capitol riotOn 6 January 2021, a large crowd supporting the defeated President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol. The violence which ensued resulted in the deaths of at least seven people, and caused shockwaves around the world. In this episode Ben is joined by Gabriella Cook-Francis, the Leland Foundation Association of Marshall Scholars Transatlantic Academy Fellow in the US & Americas Programme at Chatham House. They discuss the events surrounding 'January 6', the implications of the riot for notable elections this year and in 2024, and what progress the Biden Administration has made in shoring up the United States' democratic institutions. Watch the Chatham House e...2022-01-2126 min
UndercurrentsUS democracy one year after the Capitol riotOn 6 January 2021, a large crowd supporting the defeated President Donald Trump stormed the US Capitol. The violence which ensued resulted in the deaths of at least seven people, and caused shockwaves around the world. In this episode Ben is joined by Gabriella Cook-Francis, the Leland Foundation Association of Marshall Scholars Transatlantic Academy Fellow in the US & Americas Programme at Chatham House. They discuss the events surrounding 'January 6', the implications of the riot for notable elections this year and in 2024, and what progress the Biden Administration has made in shoring up the United States' democratic institutions. 2022-01-2126 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 96: The US-China rivalry in an age of crisisThe twin crises of COVID-19 and climate change have exposed weaknesses in the institutions and diplomatic relationships designed to support global governance. In a new series of articles for Chatham House, author and journalist John Kampfner has been exploring how competition between the United States and China has exacerbated these faultlines. In his final piece, John assesses the relative soft power of the two states, and argues that the era of rivalry has tarnished both the American and Chinese brands, with many countries around the world growing wary of choosing allegiances. In this episode, Ben and John discuss the US-China...2022-01-1454 min
UndercurrentsThe US-China rivalry in an age of crisisThe twin crises of COVID-19 and climate change have exposed weaknesses in the institutions and diplomatic relationships designed to support global governance. In a new series of articles for Chatham House, author and journalist John Kampfner has been exploring how competition between the United States and China has exacerbated these faultlines. In his final piece, John assesses the relative soft power of the two states, and argues that the era of rivalry has tarnished both the American and Chinese brands, with many countries around the world growing wary of choosing allegiances. In this episode, Ben and John...2022-01-1454 min
Chatham HouseTransatlantic Tech Talks: Digital tradeTransatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between Europe, the UK and USA. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digital sovereignty’. In this final episode...2021-12-1738 min
UndercurrentsTransatlantic Tech Talks: Digital tradeTransatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between Europe, the UK and USA. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digital sovereignty’. In...2021-12-1738 minChatham HouseTransatlantic Tech Talks: Cooperation or sovereignty?Transatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between the United States, the UK and Europe. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digital sovereignty’. In the firs...2021-12-1748 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 94: Racial politics and US philanthropySince its publication in 1944, many Americans have described Gunnar Myrdal’s An American Dilemma as a defining text on US race relations. Funded by the Carnegie Corporation, Myrdal's research explored the socio-economic conditions experienced by much of the black population in the United States, and proposed policies which would encourage assimilation of those communities into white America. But why did Carnegie commission such work? Maribel Morey, founding Executive Director of the Miami Institute for the Social Sciences, explores the origins of An American Dilemma in her new book, White Philanthropy: Carnegie Corporation's An American Dilemma and the Making of a Wh...2021-12-1755 minChatham HouseTransatlantic Tech Talks: Digital technical standardsTransatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between the United States, the UK and Europe. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digital sovereignty’. In this sec...2021-12-1655 min
UndercurrentsTransatlantic Tech Talks: Digital technical standardsTransatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between the United States, the UK and Europe. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digita...2021-12-1655 min
UndercurrentsTransatlantic Tech Talks: Cooperation or sovereignty?Transatlantic Tech Talks is a three part mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, produced with the support of Microsoft, which explores the state of international cooperation on digital governance between the United States, the UK and Europe. As technological innovation accelerates, and new digital tools and business models arise, governments are working to develop a framework of regulations to safeguard the rights and interests of their citizens. Not all stakeholders agree, however, on the best way to achieve this. While some advocate a ‘digital cooperation’ approach based on transparency and data-sharing, others are more concerned with maintaining ‘digita...2021-12-1548 min
UndercurrentsRacial politics and US philanthropySince its publication in 1944, many Americans have described Gunnar Myrdal’s An American Dilemma as a defining text on US race relations. Funded by the Carnegie Corporation, Myrdal's research explored the socio-economic conditions experienced by much of the black population in the United States, and proposed policies which would encourage assimilation of those communities into white America. But why did Carnegie commission such work? Maribel Morey, founding Executive Director of the Miami Institute for the Social Sciences, explores the origins of An American Dilemma in her new book, White Philanthropy: Carnegie Corporation's An American Dilemma and the Ma...2021-12-1055 min
Dailey Blend PodcastSummer 2021 - Presented by Reed Dailey1. Ben Delay - Freedom (Original Mix)
2. Pat Lok - Salvation (Treasure Fingers Remix)
3. Poolside & Panama - Can’t Stop Yout Lovin’
4. Chris Malinchak - These Dreams
5. The Brothers Macklovitch - Give Love To Get Some (Feat. Leven Kali)
6. Chris Malinchak - When The World Stops Turning (Original Mix)
7. Tame Impala - Breathe Deeper (Hoodboi Remix) [FREE DOWNLOAD]
8. Chris Malinchak - Cellophane
9. Duck Sauce - Ask Me (Official Audio)
10. 5 Reasons - Now What?! – Disclosure x 5 Reasons x Jamie A
11. Charlotte Cardin California (Nomis Remix)
12. Hoodboi - Music (In Your Eyes)
13. Siente - On Guard (feat. Nic Hanson)
14. A-Trak - Not A Myster...2021-12-021h 02
Chatham HouseSmart Peace: Central African RepublicSmart Peace is a new podcast mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over three episodes Ben explores new approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution with experts from the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. This first episode focuses on conflict in Central African Republic. Ben is joined by Lisa Heinzel and Nyeko Caesar Poblicks from Conciliation Resources to discuss the latest political developments in the country, the drivers of...2021-11-2547 min
Chatham HouseSmart Peace: MyanmarIn this episode of Smart Peace, we explore the recent history of peacebuilding in Myanmar through the experience of the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. In this final episode of a three-part series, Ben speaks to Adam Burke from the Asia Foundation about the political and historical context to the ongoing conflicts in Myanmar, and finds out about attempts to develop local mediation and peacebuilding processes throughout the...2021-11-2534 min
Chatham HouseSmart Peace: NigeriaSmart Peace is a new podcast mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over three episodes Ben Horton explores new approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution with experts from the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. This second episode focuses on conflict in northern Nigeria. Ben is joined by Vincent Foucher from International Crisis Group, Professor Abubakar Monguno from the University of Maiduguri and Saadgi Rajani from Conciliation Resources to...2021-11-2547 min
UndercurrentsSmart Peace: MyanmarIn this episode of Smart Peace, we explore the recent history of peacebuilding in Myanmar through the experience of the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. In this final episode of a three-part series, Ben speaks to Adam Burke from the Asia Foundation about the political and historical context to the ongoing conflicts in Myanmar, and finds out about attempts to develop local med...2021-11-2534 min
UndercurrentsSmart Peace: NigeriaSmart Peace is a new podcast mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over three episodes Ben Horton explores new approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution with experts from the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. This second episode focuses on conflict in northern Nigeria. Ben is joined by Vincent Foucher from International Crisis Group, Professor Abubakar Monguno from the University of Maiduguri and Saa...2021-11-2547 min
UndercurrentsSmart Peace: Central African RepublicSmart Peace is a new podcast mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed. Over three episodes Ben explores new approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution with experts from the Smart Peace project. Smart Peace is a global initiative led by Conciliation Resources, which combines the varied expertise of different consortium partners to address the challenges of building peace – focusing on the Central African Republic, Nigeria and Myanmar. This first episode focuses on conflict in Central African Republic. Ben is joined by Lisa Heinzel and Nyeko Caesar Poblicks from Conciliation Resources to discuss the latest political developments in...2021-11-2547 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 18: COP26 week one round-upCOP26 is finally upon us, and The Climate Briefing team are on the ground in Glasgow to bring you all of the latest updates and developments from the summit. In this episode, Ben introduces a round-up of the first week of the negotiations. Antony Froggatt (Deputy Director, Environment & Society Programme at Chatham House) provides an overview of the key agenda items at COP26, including the updated NDCs and progress on adaptation, finance and the Paris Rulebook. Then Nina Jeffs (Academy Fellow, Environment & Society Programme at Chatham House) explains some new developments on the interrelationship between gender and climate action, including th...2021-11-0747 min
The Climate BriefingCOP26 week one round-upCOP26 is finally upon us, and The Climate Briefing team are on the ground in Glasgow to bring you all of the latest updates and developments from the summit. In this episode, Ben introduces a round-up of the first week of the negotiations. Antony Froggatt (Deputy Director, Environment & Society Programme at Chatham House) provides an overview of the key agenda items at COP26, including the updated NDCs and progress on adaptation, finance and the Paris Rulebook. Then Nina Jeffs (Academy Fellow, Environment & Society Programme at Chatham House) explains some new developments on the interrelationship between ge...2021-11-0747 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 91: Climate geopolitics, and legal justice for global warmingAs the first week of the UN climate change summit, COP26, takes place in Glasgow, Ben and Mariana return with two contrasting interviews on the climate crisis. Ben speaks to Kevin Rudd, former Prime Minister of Australia and President of the Asia Society, about the geopolitics of climate action. They discuss China's role in the climate negotiations, how great power competition with the United States is influencing the COP process, and why Australia remains reluctant to increase its ambitions for emissions reduction. Then Mariana is joined by Julia Olson, Executive Director and Chief Legal Counsel of Our Children’s Trust, a no...2021-11-0555 min
UndercurrentsClimate geopolitics, and legal justice for global warmingAs the first week of the UN climate change summit, COP26, takes place in Glasgow, Ben and Mariana return with two contrasting interviews on the climate crisis. Ben speaks to Kevin Rudd, former Prime Minister of Australia and President of the Asia Society, about the geopolitics of climate action. They discuss China's role in the climate negotiations, how great power competition with the United States is influencing the COP process, and why Australia remains reluctant to increase its ambitions for emissions reduction. Then Mariana is joined by Julia Olson, Executive Director and Chief Legal Counsel of...2021-11-0555 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 87: Youth perspectives on 9/1120 years ago the United States suffered the worst terror attacks in its history, sparking a fundamental shift in US foreign policy towards the Middle East. Many citizens in the United States and beyond can still remember where they were on 11 September, 2001. But what do younger generations think about 9/11? To find out, Ben speaks to three colleagues who were all young children at the time of the attacks, and whose political consciousnesses have formed in the post-9/11 world. Anar Bata is a coordinator in the US & Americas Programme. She provides an insight into the experience of Muslim Americans after the attacks...2021-09-1038 min
UndercurrentsYouth perspectives on 9/1120 years ago the United States suffered the worst terror attacks in its history, sparking a fundamental shift in US foreign policy towards the Middle East. Many citizens in the United States and beyond can still remember where they were on 11 September, 2001. But what do younger generations think about 9/11? To find out, Ben speaks to three colleagues who were all young children at the time of the attacks, and whose political consciousnesses have formed in the post-9/11 world. Anar Bata is a coordinator in the US & Americas Programme. She provides an insight into the experience of Muslim Americans...2021-09-1038 minChatham HouseEpisode 15: Can the G20 act on climate change?The G20 - an international gathering of leaders from 19 major states and the European Union - has a significant role to play in coordinating global action on climate change. Accounting for around two-thirds of the world's population and by some estimates 84% of global carbon emissions, agreeing on reforms within this forum could be a game-changer ahead of COP26. In July 2021, G20 ministerial meetings are taking place ahead of the leaders summit in October. To assess the prospects for progress on climate change at the G20, Ben is joined by Luca Bergamaschi, co-founder of ECCO, the Italian climate think tank. Read th...2021-07-2126 minThe Climate BriefingCan the G20 act on climate change?The G20 - an international gathering of leaders from 19 major states and the European Union - has a significant role to play in coordinating global action on climate change. Accounting for around two-thirds of the world's population and by some estimates 84% of global carbon emissions, agreeing on reforms within this forum could be a game-changer ahead of COP26. In July 2021, G20 ministerial meetings are taking place ahead of the leaders summit in October. To assess the prospects for progress on climate change at the G20, Ben is joined by Luca Bergamaschi, co-founder of ECCO, the I...2021-07-2126 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 82: The Oversight Board's Trump decision, and Merkel's legacyIn the wake of the storming of Capitol Hill on 6 January 2021, social media platforms took steps to remove former President Donald Trump from their websites for infringing community standards. This step was welcomed by many, but also raised serious questions about the power of social media companies to limit free speech and censor elected officials. The suspension of President Trump from Facebook was referred to the Oversight Board, an independent body of experts set up to scrutinise the platform's content moderation decisions. In this episode, Ben speaks to Thomas Hughes, Director of the Oversight Board Administration, and Dr Kate Jones f...2021-06-251h 00
UndercurrentsThe Oversight Board's Trump decision, and Merkel's legacyIn the wake of the storming of Capitol Hill on 6 January 2021, social media platforms took steps to remove former President Donald Trump from their websites for infringing community standards. This step was welcomed by many, but also raised serious questions about the power of social media companies to limit free speech and censor elected officials. The suspension of President Trump from Facebook was referred to the Oversight Board, an independent body of experts set up to scrutinise the platform's content moderation decisions. In this episode, Ben speaks to Thomas Hughes, Director of the Oversight Board Administration, and D...2021-06-251h 00Chatham HouseEpisode 14: Debt, development and climate actionAhead of the G7 Summit in June 2021, the Climate Briefing returns to the question of financing climate action. While the economic challenge of dealing with climate change was already well-established before the pandemic, the costs of responding to COVID-19 threaten to limit the fiscal capacity of governments to fund climate action. In this episode, Anna and Ben speak to two experts about the relationship between economic development, developing country debt and climate action. Ben speaks to Farhana Yamin, a leading environmental lawyer who is also an Associate Fellow at Chatham House. They discuss the economic threat posed by climate change an...2021-06-1047 minThe Climate BriefingDebt, development and climate actionAhead of the G7 Summit in June 2021, the Climate Briefing returns to the question of financing climate action. While the economic challenge of dealing with climate change was already well-established before the pandemic, the costs of responding to COVID-19 threaten to limit the fiscal capacity of governments to fund climate action. In this episode, Anna and Ben speak to two experts about the relationship between economic development, developing country debt and climate action. Ben speaks to Farhana Yamin, a leading environmental lawyer who is also an Associate Fellow at Chatham House. They discuss th...2021-06-1047 minChatham HouseEpisode 13: How can the G7 accelerate climate action?In 2021 the UK is hosting COP26, but also presiding over the G7. How can it leverage its presidency of the G7 to accelerate climate action in the run-up to COP26? To discuss this, Anna is joined by , Dean of the Fletcher School at Tufts University. They consider the key opportunities and debates that will emerge at the G7 Leaders Summit. Read the Chatham House briefing: Credits: Speaker: Rachel Kyte Hosts: Anna Aberg, Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House2021-06-0223 minThe Climate BriefingHow can the G7 accelerate climate action?In 2021 the UK is hosting COP26, but also presiding over the G7. How can it leverage its presidency of the G7 to accelerate climate action in the run-up to COP26? To discuss this, Anna is joined by Rachel Kyte, Dean of the Fletcher School at Tufts University. They consider the key opportunities and debates that will emerge at the G7 Leaders Summit. Read the Chatham House briefing: Kick-starting the green recovery in 2021 Credits: Speaker: Rachel Kyte Hosts: Anna Aberg, Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded a...2021-06-0223 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 78: President Biden's first 100 daysDespite a rapidly mounting domestic agenda, President Biden has already set up an ambitious foreign policy programme, from taking the United States back into the Paris Agreement to announcing the withdrawal troops from Afghanistan. To explore what we’ve learnt from the first three months of US foreign policy under President Biden, Ben is joined by Leslie Vinjamuri. Visit the Chatham House microsite: Credits: Speaker: Leslie Vinjamuri Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House2021-04-2933 min
UndercurrentsPresident Biden's first 100 daysDespite a rapidly mounting domestic agenda, President Biden has already set up an ambitious foreign policy programme, from taking the United States back into the Paris Agreement to announcing the withdrawal troops from Afghanistan. To explore what we’ve learnt from the first three months of US foreign policy under President Biden, Ben is joined by Leslie Vinjamuri. Visit the Chatham House microsite: America's Global Role Credits: Speaker: Leslie Vinjamuri Host: Ben Horton Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Chatham House2021-04-2933 min
80's HighS1E12 | Classic 80‘s Sweet TreatsWho can take a sunrise, dip it in a dream? Apparently, the cartoon animals and grandparents can! Join us as we revisit the classic 80's sweet treats that warmed our hearts and destroyed our teeth. From sugary cereals and trick-or-treat candy, to vibrant fruity drinks and frozen confections, we explore all the goodies we loved and hated... and those that just might kill us. So flip on those Saturday morning cartoons, activate your pester power, and get ready to beg your folks for a "metric frigaton" of high-octane fuel.
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Chatham HouseEpisode 75: Reflections on the Integrated ReviewA week after the UK government published its , Ben is joined by two Chatham House experts to assess what we have learnt about the future of UK foreign policy. Richard Whitman from the Europe Programme explains the thinking behind the 'tilt' towards to the Indo-Pacific region, the key allies and relationships the UK will need to foster, and the role that development spending will play in realizing this articulation of Global Britain. Then Patricia Lewis from the International Security Programme provides an insight into the defence aspects of review, with particular emphasis on the shift in UK nuclear policy and...2021-03-2749 min
UndercurrentsReflections on the Integrated ReviewA week after the UK government published its Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy, Ben is joined by two Chatham House experts to assess what we have learnt about the future of UK foreign policy. Richard Whitman from the Europe Programme explains the thinking behind the 'tilt' towards to the Indo-Pacific region, the key allies and relationships the UK will need to foster, and the role that development spending will play in realizing this articulation of Global Britain. Then Patricia Lewis from the International Security Programme provides an insight into the defence...2021-03-2749 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 73: War TimeA new collection of essays explores the role of time in military strategy. War Time: Temporality and the Decline of Western Military Power asks why, in an age of relative military dominance, the United States and its allies have become unable to successfully conclude conflicts. The book is the latest in the Chatham House Insights series, which is published by Brookings Institution Press. In this episode Ben is joined by the editors of War Time, Sten Rynning, Olivier Schmitt and Amelie Theussen, to discuss the influence of time on the political, strategic and normative aspects of military action. Find the b...2021-03-1242 min
UndercurrentsWar TimeA new collection of essays explores the role of time in military strategy. War Time: Temporality and the Decline of Western Military Power asks why, in an age of relative military dominance, the United States and its allies have become unable to successfully conclude conflicts. The book is the latest in the Chatham House Insights series, which is published by Brookings Institution Press. In this episode Ben is joined by the editors of War Time, Sten Rynning, Olivier Schmitt and Amelie Theussen, to discuss the influence of time on the political, strategic and normative aspects of military a...2021-03-1242 minChatham HouseEpisode 11: The Shifting Politics of Climate ChangeMore than five years have passed since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, and there are only nine months to go until COP26. To kick off its second season the Climate Briefing podcast focuses on how climate change politics have shifted since COP21 in Paris, and explores the roles of the three largest emitters – China, the United States and the EU – in global climate action. The episode also provides a timely recap of the main aims of COP26. To discuss these themes, Anna and Ben are joined by Camilla Born (Deputy Director of Strategy for COP26 in the UK Cabinet Offi...2021-02-1246 min
The Climate BriefingThe Shifting Politics of Climate ChangeMore than five years have passed since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, and there are only nine months to go until COP26. To kick off its second season the Climate Briefing podcast focuses on how climate change politics have shifted since COP21 in Paris, and explores the roles of the three largest emitters – China, the United States and the EU – in global climate action. The episode also provides a timely recap of the main aims of COP26. To discuss these themes, Anna and Ben are joined by Camilla Born (Deputy Director of Strategy for COP26 in the...2021-02-1246 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 69: Global Britain and the Future of UK Foreign PolicyUndercurrents returns for its first episode of 2021 with an extended interview on the future of UK foreign policy. The United Kingdom is emerging from four long years of intense debate abouts its relationship with the European Union. While the effects of Brexit are still to be felt, questions now confront policymakers about how the UK should position itself in an increasingly complex global landscape. In this episode Ben is joined by Chatham House Director Dr Robin Niblett to discuss his new report, Global Britain, Global Broker, which proposes a new approach to understanding Britain's international role. Read the Chatham House re...2021-01-2238 min
UndercurrentsGlobal Britain and the Future of UK Foreign PolicyUndercurrents returns for its first episode of 2021 with an extended interview on the future of UK foreign policy. The United Kingdom is emerging from four long years of intense debate abouts its relationship with the European Union. While the effects of Brexit are still to be felt, questions now confront policymakers about how the UK should position itself in an increasingly complex global landscape. In this episode Ben is joined by Chatham House Director Dr Robin Niblett to discuss his new report, Global Britain, Global Broker, which proposes a new approach to understanding Britain's international r...2021-01-2238 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 67: Empathy in the US Elections, and China–EU RelationsUndercurrents is back with two new interviews! This week, as President-elect Joe Biden’s transition to the White House gathers pace, Ben speaks to academic and author Claire Yorke about the role that empathy played in the 2020 election campaign. They talk about empathy as a dynamic in campaigns, but also as a tool for governing, and take a look at examples elsewhere in the world of political empathy in action. Then Ben is joined by Pepijn Bergsen from the Europe Programme at Chatham House. They discuss the current trajectory of EU-China relations, particularly in the economic sphere, and consider how CO...2020-12-0350 min
UndercurrentsEmpathy in the US Elections, and China–EU RelationsUndercurrents is back with two new interviews! This week, as President-elect Joe Biden’s transition to the White House gathers pace, Ben speaks to academic and author Claire Yorke about the role that empathy played in the 2020 election campaign. They talk about empathy as a dynamic in campaigns, but also as a tool for governing, and take a look at examples elsewhere in the world of political empathy in action. Then Ben is joined by Pepijn Bergsen from the Europe Programme at Chatham House. They discuss the current trajectory of EU-China relations, particularly in the ec...2020-12-0350 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 10: Understanding Carbon PricingIn the latest episode of the Climate Briefing, the team explore the concept of carbon pricing, a set of mechanisms which incentivise businesses and consumers to reduce their carbon emissions. Could these tactics play a big role in increasing national climate ambitions at COP26? To find out, Ben speaks to from Vivid Economics before Anna is joined by from the Perspectives Climate Group. They discuss the various policy tools that fall under the umbrella of carbon pricing and how these figure in the UN climate negotiations, particularly within the hotly contested discussions around Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. Credits: Speakers: S...2020-11-2351 minThe Climate BriefingUnderstanding Carbon PricingIn the latest episode of the Climate Briefing the team explore the concept of carbon pricing, a set of mechanisms which incentivise businesses and consumers to reduce their carbon emissions, and consider the dynamics of the hotly contested Article 6 negotiations. Ben speaks to Stuart Evans from Vivid Economics about how carbon pricing works, how it can help reduce emissions and how these mechanisms could have contrasting effects in developed and developing countries. In the second interview, Anna and Aglaja Espelage from the Perspectives Climate Group take a deep dive into the negotiations on Article 6 with...2020-11-2351 min
Chatham HouseWho Rules Cyberspace? Engaging Civil SocietyWhile international debates on cyber governance can often seem dominated by governments and powerful multi-national corporations, there remains an important role for civil society organisations to play. In this episode of Who Rules Cyberspace? Ben and Joyce speak to cyber experts from the civil society space to find out more. Ben considers the avenues available for civil society to engage with the UN processes on cyber governance with Allison Pytlak from the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. Then Joyce speaks to Arindrajit Basu from the Centre for Internet and Society about the capacity-building role civil society can play i...2020-11-1236 min
UndercurrentsWho Rules Cyberspace? Engaging Civil SocietyWhile international debates on cyber governance can often seem dominated by governments and powerful multi-national corporations, there remains an important role for civil society organisations to play. In this episode of Who Rules Cyberspace? Ben and Joyce speak to cyber experts from the civil society space to find out more. Ben considers the avenues available for civil society to engage with the UN processes on cyber governance with Allison Pytlak from the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. Then Joyce speaks to Arindrajit Basu from the Centre for Internet and Society about the capacity-building role civil s...2020-11-1136 minChatham HouseWho Rules Cyberspace? The Role for GovernmentsIn Episode 2 of Who Rules Cyberspace? Ben and Joyce find out how states are approaching the debate on cyber governance at the United Nations. Through the GGE and OEWG processes, the UN has attempted to be the forum where countries could come together to find solutions to these issues. However, as was explained in , there remain many obstacles to international cooperation on cyber governance. In this episode Joyce speaks to Moliehi Makumane, Special Advisor to South Africa's GGE representative, about her country's approach to the UN negotiations and how so-called developing countries can wield influence in this arena. Then Ben...2020-11-1034 min
UndercurrentsWho Rules Cyberspace? The Role for GovernmentsIn Episode 2 of Who Rules Cyberspace? Ben and Joyce find out how states are approaching the debate on cyber governance at the United Nations. Through the GGE and OEWG processes, the UN has attempted to be the forum where countries could come together to find solutions to these issues. However, as was explained in Episode 1, there remain many obstacles to international cooperation on cyber governance. In this episode Joyce speaks to Moliehi Makumane, Special Advisor to South Africa's GGE representative, about her country's approach to the UN negotiations and how so-called developing countries can wield influence in...2020-11-1034 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 65: US Election SpecialNote: this episode was recorded at 9am (GMT) on Friday 6 November 2020. Three days after polls closed in the highest turnout presidential election in US history, the result is still yet to be definitively decided. As the dust begins to settle Ben speaks to and to find out: what lessons can be drawn from the election so far; what we can expect from both candidates in the coming days as the results are contested; and how the result might affect US foreign policy. Read the Chatham House Report: Read the Expert Comment: Credits: Speakers: Michael Cox, Leslie Vinjamuri Host: Ben Horton Edi...2020-11-0631 min
UndercurrentsUS Election SpecialNote: this episode was recorded at 9am (GMT) on Friday 6 November 2020. Three days after polls closed in the highest turnout presidential election in US history, the result is still yet to be definitively decided. As the dust begins to settle Ben speaks to Dr Leslie Vinjamuri and Professor Michael Cox to find out: what lessons can be drawn from the election so far; what we can expect from both candidates in the coming days as the results are contested; and how the result might affect US foreign policy. Read the Chatham House Report: US...2020-11-0631 min
Chatham HouseFuture-Proofing Media Freedom: A Modern Market FailureFuture-Proofing Media Freedom, the new mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, is a collaboration between Chatham House, Luminate, and the International Center for Journalists. Presented by Ben Horton, host of the Undercurrents podcast, and Julie Posetti, Global Director of Research at the ICFJ, the series explores the challenges facing public interest media in the 21st century and highlights how a range of actors are seeking to tackle them. The rise of the major social media platforms and the internet-driven proliferation of news and analysis which is free at the point of delivery, has fundamentally undermined traditional media business models. From...2020-10-201h 07
UndercurrentsFuture-Proofing Media Freedom: A Modern Market FailureFuture-Proofing Media Freedom, the new mini-series on the Undercurrents podcast feed, is a collaboration between Chatham House, Luminate, and the International Center for Journalists. Presented by Ben Horton, host of the Undercurrents podcast, and Dr Julie Posetti, Global Director of Research at the ICFJ, the series explores the challenges facing public interest media in the 21st century and highlights how a range of actors are seeking to tackle them. The rise of the major social media platforms and the internet-driven proliferation of news and analysis which is free at the point of delivery, has fundamentally undermined traditional...2020-10-191h 07
Chatham HouseEpisode 9: What Does the US Election Mean for Climate Change?The media cycle in the US and across the world is consumed by the final weeks of the 2020 presidential election, with incumbent Donald Trump hoping to win a second term against the challenge of former Vice-President Joe Biden. Much of the debates around the election have focused on the response to COVID-19, and the candidates' positions on issues related to 'law and order'. But what will the election mean for climate policy? And how will the result affect the international negotiations at COP26 and beyond? To find out Anna speaks to , an energy and climate change reporter at Axios, about...2020-10-1440 minThe Climate BriefingWhat Does the US Election Mean for Climate Change?The media cycle in the US and across the world is consumed by the final weeks of the 2020 presidential election, with incumbent Donald Trump hoping to win a second term against the challenge of former Vice-President Joe Biden. Much of the debates around the election have focused on the response to COVID-19, and the candidates' positions on issues related to 'law and order'. But what will the election mean for climate policy? And how will the result affect the international negotiations at COP26 and beyond? To find out Anna speaks to Amy Harder, an energy and climate...2020-10-1340 min
UndercurrentsThe Politics of Violent ImagesPolicy-makers and researchers are daily confronted by violent images that influence how complex political problems are seen and consequently understood. From bodycam footage revealing acts of police brutality, to media coverage of the catastrophic impact of the refugee crisis, depictions of violence and horror spread at startling speed through social media platforms, drawing out powerful emotional responses from public and policymaker alike. In the last episode of Undercurrents before the summer break, Ben speaks to three academics whose work explores the connections between violent images and politics. Dr Helen Berents explains how images of suffering children are d...2020-07-1655 min
UndercurrentsLGBTQ+ Rights, and China's Post-COVID Global StandingThe 21st century has been a time of significant change for the global LGBTQ+ movement. While same-sex marriage and gender transition are increasingly celebrated in some parts of the world, laws to criminalise homosexuality and gender non-conformity have been strengthened in others. In this episode, Ben speaks to journalist Mark Gevisser to find out more. Then Agnes discusses China's global reputation with Dr Sam Geall from the Asia-Pacific Programme at Chatham House. They cover how the coronavirus pandemic may have affected China's soft power, and also how the country is positioning itself in the international debate on...2020-07-0253 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 56: Uganda's Children Born of WarIn this week's episode Ben speaks to Erin Baines and Camile Oliviera about their research on the social status of children born as the result of ‘forced marriage’ during the Ugandan civil war of the 1990s and early 2000s, and attempts by some of the fathers to assume responsibility for their care and well-being. Children ‘born of war’ are increasingly recognized as a particular victim group in relevant international policy frameworks. Their social status falls somewhere between the victimization of their mother and perpetration of their father. Given the circumstances of their birth, they often experience social rejection and loss of identi...2020-06-0443 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 55: Benjamin Netanyahu's Trial, and the Identity Politics of EurovisionThis week the Undercurrents team present a double-bill of interviews exploring the politics of Israel. Agnes discusses the recent political fortunes of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with , including the domestic and foreign policy implications of his ongoing corruption trial. Then Ben speaks to and about their investigation into the identity politics behind Israel's hosting of the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest. Read the Expert Comment: Read the International Affairs article: Watch the team's favourite song from Eurovision 2020: Credits: Speakers: Yossi Mekelberg, Galia Press-Barnathan, Naama Lutz Hosts: Agnes Frimston and Ben Horton Producer: Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Recorded and produced by Ch...2020-05-281h 08
Chatham HouseEpisode 54: India's COVID-19 Tracing App, and the Media's Pandemic ResponseThis week the Undercurrents team explore two perspectives on the global response to the coronavirus pandemic. Ben speaks to from the Asia-Pacific Programme about the Indian government's response to the virus, exploring the impact of a severe lockdown and the limitations of a new contact tracing app. Then Agnes discusses how the media has covered the crisis with of the . What is the media's role during such catastrophes? And how far can it go in terms of critiquing government policy? Read the Expert Comment: Read the World Today article: Credits: Speakers: Urvashi Aneja, James Ball Hosts: Agnes Frimston, Ben Horton S...2020-05-211h 00
Chatham HouseEpisode 53: Protecting Workers During COVID-19, and Food in Security in West AfricaThis week Agnes is joined by Lysa John, the Secretary-General of , to discuss the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on worker's rights across the world. Then Ben speaks to Leena Hoffmann from the Africa Programme at Chatham House about the food security crisis in West Africa and the Sahel. They explore the challenges facing governments in the region as they attempt to ensure their citizens have access to food despite the disruption caused by COVID-19. Read the Expert Comment: Credits: Speakers: Lysa John, Leena Hoffmann Hosts: Agnes Frimston, Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Horton Edited and produced by...2020-05-1459 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 52: Defining Pandemics, and Mikheil Saakashvili's Ukrainian ComebackThis week, Ben speaks to from the Global Health Programme about the WHO's communication challenges around the coronavirus. They explore how pandemics are defined, and the implications of when the announcement was made. Then Agnes meets to find out how former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili has gained political office in Ukraine. Read the Expert Comments: Credits: Speakers: Charles Clift, Max Fras Hosts: Agnes Frimston, Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Horton Recorded and produced at Chatham House.2020-05-0759 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 51: Preparing for Pandemics, and Gandhi's Chatham House SpeechThis week Agnes speaks to about how states can learn the lessons from our coronavirus response, and better prepare for future pandemics. Then Ben meets to find out about a speech given at Chatham House in 1931 by Mahatma Gandhi, as part of his campaign for Indian independence. Read the Expert Comment: Read The World Today article: Read Gandhi's speech: Credits: Speakers: Patricia Lewis, Gitika Bhardwaj Hosts: Agnes Frimston, Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Horton Recorded and produced at Chatham House.2020-04-3042 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 50: The Coronavirus Communications Crisis, and Justice in MyanmarThis week, Agnes speaks to Chatham House Senior Press Officer Jordan Lim about the challenges facing governments and the media as they try to communicate effectively during the coronavirus pandemic. Then Ben discusses the prospect of justice for the Rohingya community, with from the Asia-Pacific Programme. Sandra explains the ongoing international investigations into Myanmar's treatment of their Rohingya minority population, and highlights the lessons that can be drawn from the Khmer Rouge Tribunal in Cambodia. Subscribe to the Newsletter: Read the Expert Comment: Credits: Speakers: Jordan Lim, Sandra Smits Hosts: Agnes Frimston, Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Hor...2020-04-2342 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 49: EU Responses to COVID-19, and the Politics of CelebrityUndercurrents returns from remote corners of lockdown UK to discuss how the EU has responded to the coronavirus pandemic, and to find out how celebrity interacts with politics. This week, Ben speaks to about the economic impact of Europe's lockdown measures, and the challenges facing the Eurozone as the pandemic continues. Then Agnes meets to discuss his new book on the history of celebrity. Read the Expert Comment: Read The World Today article: Find the book: Credits: Speakers: Pepijn Bergsen and Greg Jenner Hosts: Agnes Frimston and Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Horton Recorded and produced at Ch...2020-04-161h 10
Chatham HouseEpisode 47: Pakistan's Blasphemy LawsA new documentary from Pakistani-American director explores the politics behind Pakistan’s controversial blasphemy laws. The film follows conservative cleric Khadim Hussain Rizvi and examines the cases of those accused of disrespecting Islam, including Asia Bibi, the Christian woman who spent almost 10 years on death row. This week Agnes and Ben meet with Mohamed to discuss the making of the film and also consider how documentary films can drive political change. Watch the BBC Storyville documentary: [available in UK only] Credits: Speaker: Mohamed Ali Naqvi Hosts: Agnes Frimston and Ben Horton Sound Editor: Jamie Reed Producer: Ben Horton Recorded and prod...2020-03-0534 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 46: Understanding Decolonization, and China’s Response to CoronavirusThis week Undercurrents returns with interviews on decolonization and the impact of the coronavirus crisis on China’s economy. Ben is joined by Events team colleague Amrit Swali to interview and about the decolonization process. They explore the role of civic institutions in re-thinking the legacies of the British Empire and breaking down colonial power structures which survive to this day. Next, Agnes discusses the Coronavirus crisis with from the Asia-Pacific Programme. They assess the impact of the health emergency on China's economy and its reputation globally. Watch the Chatham House Event: Read the Chatham House Expert Comment: Listen to the...2020-02-2556 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 45: Politics in KazakhstanThis week Ben explores the political outlook in Kazakshtan with colleagues from the Russia and Eurasia Programme. Kazakhstan is at a turning point in its history. A partial handover of political power through an orchestrated transition in 2019 has taken the country into uncharted territory. Will it be able to pursue modernization and reform, and break from its authoritarian past? In this episode Ben speaks to and from the Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House to find out more. Afterwards Ben is joined by Communications Department colleague Jemma Finnegan to discuss a new youth engagement project, Common Futures Conversations. Read the...2020-02-0643 min
Javen Branch's I Finally Made ItJay Branch Interviews Civil Rights Activist Arthur "Silky Slim" ReedMr. Reed discuses his journey from a life of crime on the streets of South Baton Rouge to working on panels with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bishop TD Jakes and Jamie Foxx. He also discusses lessons learned from Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump. He also discusses his involvement in convicted felons being able to vote again in the state of Louisiana and more.
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Chatham HouseEpisode 43: the UK Election, and Svyatoslav Vakarchuk on the Future of UkraineIn this final episode before Christmas the team discuss the implications of the UK General Election, before Ben meets Ukrainian opposition politician Svyatoslav Vakarchuk. As the dust begins to settle after an intense general election campaign in the UK, Ben and Agnes are joined by Tom Raines to reflect on the implications of Boris Johnson's victory for British domestic politics and the UK's policy overseas. Svyatoslav Vakarchuk is a Ukrainian activist and politician, who in 2019 founded a new political party, Golos. In legislative elections this year the party made a statement by winning 20 seats in the Ukrainian parliament. Ben meets S...2019-12-1948 min
Chatham HouseSummer Special: Andrés Rozental on Mexican PoliticsIn the first of two summer specials, Ben interviews the former Deputy Foreign Minister of Mexico about the state of Mexican politics under President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. In July 2018, Andrés Manuel López Obrador - commonly referred to as AMLO - was elected president with 53 per cent of the vote on a platform pledging to rid Mexico of corruption, stifle the country’s drug war and offer support for its most vulnerable. Entering office in December, his approval rating was 83 per cent. However, eight months on and AMLO’s approval ratings are at risk with much of the in...2019-08-0134 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 37: Women in Leadership, and Europe's Ageing PopulationIn the last full episode before Undercurrents' summer break, Ben is joined by Chatham House colleague Leah de Haan for two interviews from the annual Gender and Growth Forum. Ben speaks with Rosamund Ebdon, Head of Policy at Plan International, about a new report looking at girls' perceptions of leadership. They discuss how to improve the gender balance in management, the importance of role models and whether society's understanding of leadership qualities should change. Leah then explores the challenges presented by ageing populations, particularly prevalent in Europe, with leading demography expert Sergei Scherbov. They assess whether existing policy is properly a...2019-07-1839 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 36: The Online World of British MuslimsIn the latest episode Ben speaks to Hussein Kesvani about the impact of the internet on British Muslim society. What does it mean to be Muslim in Britain today? If the media is anything to go by, it has something to do with mosques, community leaders, whether you wear a veil, and your views on religious extremists. But as all our lives become increasingly entwined with our online presence, British Islam has evolved into a multidimensional cultural identity that goes well beyond the confines of the mosque. Ben discusses this transition with author and journalist Hussein Kesvani, whose latest book Fo...2019-06-2738 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 34: Protecting Children in ConflictEvery sixth child on earth is now affected by armed conflict. The nature of warfare is changing – with devastating impact on children. At the See Me Safe Centenary Symposium, organised by Save the Children and Chatham House, experts and campaigners gathered to discuss how to protect children living through conflict. In this episode Ben and Agnes speak to three participants at the event to find out more. Kirsty McNeill, Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns at Save the Children, provides an overview of the scale of the challenges facing children in war. Abdulkarim Albrem, Youth Ambassador for the UNHCR's Global Y...2019-05-3046 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 33: Chinese Millennials, and Attacks on Infrastructure in GazaUndercurrents returns with two new interviews this week; on life as a Chinese millennial, and how targeted attacks on infrastructure in the West Bank and Gaza affect the lives of civilians. Karoline Kan, author of Under Red Skies, speaks to Agnes Frimston about being a second daughter under China’s one-child policy and what Brexit looks like from the East. Next Ben Horton meets Erika Weinthal, a recent contributor to International Affairs, at the International Studies Association conference in Toronto. They discuss the problem of targeted attacks on civilian infrastructure in the West Bank and Gaza, and what the international comm...2019-05-1646 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 27: Financing for Developing Countries, and Investigative Journalism in West AfricaThis week Agnes and Ben discuss how to the global financial system is experienced by developing countries, and hear about the perilous situation for investigative journalists in Ghana. David Lubin is head of emerging markets economics at Citi, and an associate fellow in the Global Economy & Finance department at Chatham House. His latest book, Dance of the Trillions, tells the story of what makes money flow from high-income countries to lower-income countries. Ben met up with David to find out more. The February/March issue of The World Today features Agnes's interview with Ghanian investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas. Hear th...2019-02-2847 min
Chatham HouseEpisode 25: The End of Liberal Foreign Policy, and the Legacy of the Paris Peace ConferenceUndercurrents is back for a second season! This week Agnes and Ben interview two leading academics from the worlds of International Relations and History. John Mearsheimer (University of Chicago) discusses his new book, The Great Delusion, on the rise and fall of liberal foreign policy. With China's rise and Russia's resurgence the world has returned to a zero-sum balance of power political system. John explains why he's glad to see the back of an era of western interventions, and how the US should respond to the new geopolitical reality. Margaret MacMillan (University of Toronto) is a renowned historian of the Fi...2019-01-3152 min
Dead Pilots SocietyEpisode 6 – Galaxy Fighters written by Victor Fresco (Santa Clarita Diet)Galaxy Fighters stars Ed Weeks as Chancellor Gartold Brock, Humphrey Ker as Lieutenant Thalamus Reed, John Ross Bowie as Policeman, Cedric Yarbrough as Troy, Janet Varney as Fruit Girl, Kerry Kenney-Silver as Beautiful Woman #2, Alison Rich as Beautiful Woman #3, Josh Zuckerman as Matt Farlin, Craig Cackowski as Charlie, Chris Tallman as Ginmopa, Danielle Nicolet as Jenna/Beautiful Woman #1, Mark McConville as Soldier, Gary Anthony Williams as Weatherman, Jamie Denbo as Sexy Female Voice, and Andrew Reich with stage directions. In this episode, Andrew Reich interviews Victor Fresco (Santa Clarita Diet, Better Off Ted, Andy Richter Controls the Unive...2017-02-0853 min