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James O'Brien DailyHistory is made: a new Pope and a UK-US trade dealSir Keir Starmer says the new UK-US trade deal will save thousands of jobs in the car and steel industries. James breaks down the detail with Dmitry Grozoubinski, Founder of Explain Trade, and asks if Starmer could have done any better.Also, two men have been found guilty of felling the world famous Sycamore Gap Tree, a crime that enraged the nation. As a country, why were we so emotionally invested, and should the men be sent to prison for chopping down a tree?And, Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV...2025-05-091h 03
Só se estraga uma estante97. Albânia, trade wars e trabalho nos livrosA Ana sugere um dos melhores livros que leu este ano: ‘Free’ (2021), de Lea Ypi, um livro de memórias sobre como foi testemunhar o fim do regime totalitário de Enver Hoxha e a transição para uma democracia capitalista, com vários obstáculos e resistências. Curiosamente, é também um drama familiar.Já o Tomé recomenda ‘Why Politicians Lie About Trade’ (2024), um livro, segundo o autor (Dmitry Grozoubinski), assumidamente chato, mas que pode ser particularmente útil no atual cenário económico internacional, onde as tarifas aparentam ser a palavra de ordem.Na segunda parte, e as...2025-05-011h 01
Sunday Book ReviewApril 13, 2025, The Books on Trade and Tariffs EditionIn the Sunday Book Review, Tom Fox considers books that would interest the compliance professional, the business executive, or anyone who might be curious. These could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events, or anything else that might interest Tom. Today, we look at five books that help to explain the current trade, tariff, and sanctions situation.1. Why Politicians Lie About Trade: … and What You Need to Know About It by Dmitry Grozoubinski2. Trade Wars Are Class Wars: How Rising Inequality Distorts the Global Economy and Threatens International Peace by Matthew C. Klein & Mich...2025-04-1305 minJames O'Brien DailyWhy is there still support for the Israeli government’s bombardment of Gaza?The head of the Muslim World League says young British Muslims are growing more disillusioned because of the war in Gaza, while the shocking video of Israeli forces opening fire on the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, before killing 15 medics, contradicts the IDF’s initial explanation for the killings. How much damage has Benjamin Netanyahu’s government done to the Israeli cause?Also, health workers will be sent into the community door-to-door, under drastic new NHS plans to tackle sickness rates across England. Will the scheme work?And, James speaks to Dmitry Grozoubinski, founder of Explain Trad...2025-04-071h 03
The BunkerTrump’s tariff tantrum – “Monumentally bruising to the global economy”Liberation Day? More like Liquidation Day. Trump’s malicious and ignorant tariff package has horrified the worlds of business and economics. What does it all mean? Did Britain really get off “lightly” as the Trump fanboys claim? Dmitry Grozoubinski – director of ExplainTrade and author of Why Politicians Lie About Trade – talks Andrew Harrison through the wrongheaded tactics, fantasy maths and tatty showmanship of what The Economist calls “the most profound, harmful and unnecessary economic error in the modern era.” • Buy Why Politicians Lie About Trade through our affiliate bookshop and you’ll help fund The Bunker by earning...2025-04-0431 min
Oh God, What Now?Land of the fee, home of the depravedTrump is upending the world once again. We go on a whistlestop tour of tariffs, woke and the far-right in our latest show. First up, trade policy expert Dmitry Grozoubinski joins Andrew Harrison to explain why chaos is inevitable, following the new tariffs. Then into the main bulk of the episode, dinner time’s over for the tofu-eating wokerati… apparently. Some say the dawn of the post-woke world is upon us, but is it really? And what does that even mean? Also, what’s the state of hate in the UK? Luckily, Hope Not Hate has compiled a 140-p...2025-04-041h 12James O'Brien DailyCan Starmer influence the Ukrainian peace process?US Vice President JD Vance has denied insulting British troops after describing a UK-backed proposal as "20,000 troops from some random country that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years". Does the UK actually have any power to influence the Ukrainian peace process? Why does Vance keep attacking the UK specifically?Also, Donald Trump has imposed the latest round of tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China. James speaks with Dmitry Grozoubinski, Founder of ExplainTrade and author of "Why Politicians Lie About Trade", to explain what this means.And, James speaks with Victoria Rose, a consultant plastic...2025-03-0558 min
The Inside Story PodcastWhy is the US pushing for tariffs on its trade partners?A trade war between the US and its neighbours averted for now. President Trump has delayed imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, but not China. Why is he pushing for the levies, and at whose expense? Can Washington afford to alienate its biggest trade partners? In this Episode: Dmitry Grozoubinski, Director, Explain Trade. Greg Swenson, Founding Partner, Brigg Macadam. Gavin Fridell, Professor, Political Science and Global Development Studies, Saint Mary's University. Host: James Bays Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, o...2025-02-0424 min
The BunkerTrump's tariffs explained: How to understand his looming trade warsTrump is constantly talking about tariffs and has started to use the threat of them as part of his geopolitical bullying campaign. What impact would these measures have across the world? Why is he so set on them? Ros Taylor asks Dmitry Grozoubinski, author of Why Politicians Lie About Trade... and What You Need to Know About It, to discuss everything you need to know about tariffs and Trump’s trade wars. Buy Why Politicians Lie About Trade... and What You Need to Know About It through our affiliate bookshop and you’ll help fund...2025-01-2835 min
Global Dispatches -- World News That MattersWill There Be a Coming Trade War?If Donald Trump actually follows through on many of his campaign promises to impose tariffs, it would thoroughly upend the rules-based system governing international trade. That system, which is partially embodied by the World Trade Organization, was once championed by the United States. However, over the years, U.S. presidents, including President Biden, have occasionally skirted its rules and processes. The incoming Trump administration, though, seems willing and eager to ignore it altogether. So, what does that mean for global trade? And could Trump's actions spark a trade war? Joining me to answer these questions and more...2024-12-1630 min
The BunkerFreeports: saviours of trade or political smoke and mirrors? – with Dmitry GrozoubinskiFreeports! They were going to be a huge Brexit benefit (they weren’t). Boris Johnson said we couldn’t have them while we were in the EU (he was lying). Labour was going to announce more in the latest Budget and then… didn’t (“cock up in the comms,” it says here). But what are they? Do tax-free zones really benefit deprived areas? Or are they havens for money-laundering and tax avoidance? Trade expert Dmitry Grozoubinski explains the long history and cloudy future of special economic zones to Andrew Harrison. • Order Dmitr...2024-11-1431 min
Oh God, What Now?Trading Blows: PMQs clashes, right-wing media moves and EU talks explained• New second live date in Liverpool, Tue 24 Sept. Tickets here.• OGWN Live in Hove, Weds 9 Oct. Tickets here.Parliament is back and so is PMQs, the right-wing media is on one and trading with the EU is still confusing. The panel discusses the latest flashpoints, what’s happening at the Telegraph and the Spectator, and guest Dmitry Grozoubinski, author of Why Politicians Lie About Trade... and What You Need to Know About It, delves into what our current situation is with the EU under a new Labour government. Plus, in the Extra Bit fo...2024-09-061h 01
inSUBSTANTIADmitry Grozoubinski on his book and the Future of Global commerceHost Gabor Farkas welcomes guest Dmitry to discuss his book 'Why Politicians Lie About Trade'. They delve into trade policy misconceptions, the historical impact of trade decisions, and modern trade dynamics. The conversation focuses on the implications of AI on global trade, particularly for MSMEs and marginalized groups. Dmitry shares his background and the motivation for his current venture, ExplainTrade. They also explore the sustainability of current trade models and the potential for new models influenced by emerging technologies. The podcast emphasizes the importance of honest public discourse and the need for adaptive strategies in an evolving trade landscape.2024-09-051h 03
Trade SplainingMore EU Regulations, Shifting Summer Tourism and Uncovering Why Politicians Lie About Trade with Dimitry GrozoubinskiTradesplaining Podcast Episode 66: More EU Regulations, Shifting Summer Tourism and Uncovering Why Politicians Lie About Trade with author Dimitry Grozoubinski
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Episode Summary
Welcome to Episode 66 of the Tradesplaining podcast! In this episode, hosts Rob and Ardi dive into the complexities of international trade, explore shifting tourism trends, and discuss why luxury watches may not be the investment they once were. This episode features a special guest interview with Dmitry Grozubinsky, author of "Why Politicians Lie About Trade."
Key Topics Covered
1. EU Deforestation Regulation
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The Rodolfo Rivas ProjectDmitry GrozoubinskiSeason 6, Episode 7. Dmitry Grozoubinski. Executive Director at Geneva Trade Platform in Geneva.
Dmitry wears many hats, including author and overall point of reference for International Trade. If you want to learn more about Trade, you will probably run into him.
Before all this, he had a successful career as an Australian Trade Diplomat, where I met him. I found out we are sort of kindred spirits. We both appreciate a good Aaron Sorkin dialogue and are both introverts. Many people find this last part difficult to believe.
We talk about many things: his journey to Australia, why he became interested...2024-07-211h 15
Oh God, What Now?Bothers in Arms – the national service fiascoRishi Sunak says he’ll bring back national service for all you IDLE YOUTH in his latest raft of randomly selected policies. Will putting teenagers in the military turn it around for the Tories come July? Doubtful. Plus, international trade! As yet more Brexit turkeys come home to roost we welcome back global commerce megabrain Dmitry Grozoubinski – author of Why Politicians Lie About Trade... and What You Need to Know About It – to update us on matters of import. And export.Buy Why Politicians Lie About Trade: ... and What You Need to Know About It through our affilia...2024-05-291h 06
New Books in EconomicsDmitry Grozoubinski, "Why Politicians Lie About Trade...How, and What You Need to Know" (Canbury Press, 2024)In November, it will be 25 years since the Battle of Seattle – the summit and street fight that marked the end of a half-century of ever-broadening global trade negotiations. Between 2013 and 2016, the same “anti-globalisation” movement sank a US-EU bid to build a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership but it wasn’t until 2016 – with the Brexit referendum and Donald Trump’s election as president – that the postwar trade liberalisation process threatened to go into reverse.With his trade expertise and a voice made for Twitter, Dmitry Grozoubinski was – as he admits in Why Politicians Lie About Trade: … and What You Need to Know Abo...2024-05-2349 min
New Books in European PoliticsDmitry Grozoubinski, "Why Politicians Lie About Trade...How, and What You Need to Know" (Canbury Press, 2024)In November, it will be 25 years since the Battle of Seattle – the summit and street fight that marked the end of a half-century of ever-broadening global trade negotiations. Between 2013 and 2016, the same “anti-globalisation” movement sank a US-EU bid to build a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership but it wasn’t until 2016 – with the Brexit referendum and Donald Trump’s election as president – that the postwar trade liberalisation process threatened to go into reverse.With his trade expertise and a voice made for Twitter, Dmitry Grozoubinski was – as he admits in Why Politicians Lie About Trade: … and What You Need to Know Abo...2024-05-2349 min
New Books in American PoliticsDmitry Grozoubinski, "Why Politicians Lie About Trade...How, and What You Need to Know" (Canbury Press, 2024)In November, it will be 25 years since the Battle of Seattle – the summit and street fight that marked the end of a half-century of ever-broadening global trade negotiations. Between 2013 and 2016, the same “anti-globalisation” movement sank a US-EU bid to build a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership but it wasn’t until 2016 – with the Brexit referendum and Donald Trump’s election as president – that the postwar trade liberalisation process threatened to go into reverse.With his trade expertise and a voice made for Twitter, Dmitry Grozoubinski was – as he admits in Why Politicians Lie About Trade: … and What You Need to Know Abo...2024-05-2349 min
New Books in Political ScienceDmitry Grozoubinski, "Why Politicians Lie About Trade...How, and What You Need to Know" (Canbury Press, 2024)In November, it will be 25 years since the Battle of Seattle – the summit and street fight that marked the end of a half-century of ever-broadening global trade negotiations. Between 2013 and 2016, the same “anti-globalisation” movement sank a US-EU bid to build a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership but it wasn’t until 2016 – with the Brexit referendum and Donald Trump’s election as president – that the postwar trade liberalisation process threatened to go into reverse.With his trade expertise and a voice made for Twitter, Dmitry Grozoubinski was – as he admits in Why Politicians Lie About Trade: … and What You Need to Know Abo...2024-05-2349 min
Intrigue ExplainedBiden Taxes Building Your Dream (BYD)The Biden Administration takes the trade war with China up a notch by significantly increasing import taxes on a range of Chinese electric vehicle, technology, and medical goods - plus, a brief update on the new Russian offensive in Ukraine.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at...2024-05-181h 03
Intrigue ExplainedGood Tok; Bad TokThe TikTok "ban" has been signed into law, so we dive into how it happened, the reasoning behind it, what might happen next and the geopolitics of it all. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at a length you can digest over coffee.Dmitry's book "...2024-05-0357 min
Intrigue Explained[Bonus] Rebutting Arguments against US Aid to Ukraine On the 20th of April, the US House of Representatives passed a bill appropriating billioins in aid for Ukraine. With world travelling co-hosts John and Helen taking some much needed rest, this bonus episode has Dmitry breaking down seven common arguments against US aid to Ukraine and offering his suggestions on how to engage with them. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free...2024-04-2128 min
Intrigue ExplainedIran and Israel - Pre-Attack DiscussionRecorded on the 12th of April as intelligence agencies were warning of an Iranian attack on Israel, this episode features a discussion about the likelihood of such an attack, its implications, and the policy choices involved.It also discusses the Western strategy of releasing the intelligence and how that might shape possible responses. Note: A lot of the speculation in the episode has now been overtaken by events. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big...2024-04-141h 00
Intrigue ExplainedMaking Friends and Influencing in Southeast AsiaA 2024 survey of experts across Southeast Asia found that for the first time, more would see themselves aligned with China than the US in a hypothetical confrontation between the two superpowers.What are the implications of that shift, and more broadly is soft power and public perception abroad a significant factor in foreign policy?A version of this podcast was initially uploaded without any actual audio. We sincerely apologize for the confusion, and accept with grace the roughly fifty messages we got telling us how much of an improvement an hour of silence was. 2024-04-071h 00
Intrigue ExplainedMaking Friends and Influencing in Southeast AsiaA 2024 survey of experts across Southeast Asia found that for the first time, more would see themselves aligned with China than the US in a hypothetical confrontation between the two superpowers. What are the implications of that shift, and more broadly is soft power and public perception abroad a significant factor in foreign policy? About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free...2024-04-061h 00
Intrigue ExplainedRussian Terror and Macron's FlexA double feature episode discussing the terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall Music Centre in Moscow, and the French President's increasingly assertive posture on the world stage. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at a length you can digest over coffee.Dmitry's book "Why...2024-03-2556 min
Intrigue ExplainedUnderstanding China - Part 1 of 536: The Two SessionsIn this first episode of what could well be an endless series, resident China experts Helen and John walk us through China Politics 101 following a robust discussion of the proposed TikTok divestment bill in the US Congress. The episode draws its name from two 'sessions' taking place earlier in March: the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and the National People’s Congress.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show...2024-03-161h 00
Intrigue ExplainedSpying, Spies and RevelationsIs espionage running rampant, and is the new Western strategy of dragging it out into the light a winning one? We dive into the world of spies and spooks following some shocking allegations by the head of Australia's domestic counter-intelligence service ASIO and a spate of high-profile incidents around the world. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to...2024-03-0959 min
Intrigue ExplainedWTF is going on at the WTOAgainst John's better judgement, trade nerd Dmitry attempts to provide a vaguely accessible explanation of the World Trade Organization and its 13th Ministerial Conference. Also includes brief discussions of the 2nd anniversary of Russia's re-invasion of Ukraine and the US veto of another UN Security Council Resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang*) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up...2024-02-271h 09Trade SplainingWTO Ministerial Conference MC13, Climate Change, Inflation & More FragmentationWelcome to Episode 60 of Trade Splaining. This episode, we're zooming into the challenges global policymakers face at MC13 in Abu Dhabi, touching on climate change, inflation, and the fragmentation affecting the global economic landscape.
Key Highlights:
Global Policymaker's Dilemma: We dive into the pressing issues facing global policymakers, including climate change, inflation, and fragmentation. The discussions at MC13 in Abu Dhabi are crucial for setting the future direction of international trade and policy.
Viagra in Geneva: A humorous yet insightful look into customs regulations and what constitutes "personal use" in Geneva. A...2024-02-2644 min
Intrigue ExplainedThe US and NATO - What's the Pitch to US Taxpayers?Following the comments by Former President Trump about a failure by some European states to meet their NATO spending commitments, we dive into the question: Should US taxpayers be underwriting European defense? About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at a length you can digest over coffee.2024-02-191h 01
Intrigue ExplainedUnderstanding Davos and the World Economic ForumIn an episode sure to do wonders for their inboxes the hosts (who have attended four times between them) try to explain the World Economic Forum's annual Davos meeting, and why everyone keeps shouting about it. All hail the lizard people!About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and...2024-02-0945 min
Intrigue ExplainedUkraine War: Hard QuestionsRecorded on the 658th day of the Russian escalation, against the backdrop of opposition to Western funding for Ukraine in Washington and Brussels, we take a look at the state of the war and grapple with some of the hard questions facing policymakers. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll...2023-12-1551 min
Intrigue ExplainedBack Next Week!Sorry everyone, no podcast this week as our least coordinated co-host injured himself a bit. He's recovering nicely though and we'll be back next week with more spicy geopolitical hot-takes!2023-12-0900 min
Intrigue OutloudIntrigue Explained: Al-Jabbering about COP28Hey Intriguers! We'll be back soon posting new and exciting content in this feed, but in the meantime, check out an episode of our sister podcast Intrigue Explained. On this episode, Intrigue co-founders John Fowler and Helen Zhang are joined by Dmitry Grozoubinski of ExplainTrade to discuss the COP28 Summit in Dubai. Check out more episodes of Intrigue Explained here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0443 min
Intrigue ExplainedWe're Al-Jabering about COPIt's the first day of COP28 and there's a new fund, controversy about the host and 70,000 people loitering around the coffee stall. We dive into some of the geopolitics. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at a length you can digest over coffee.2023-12-0143 min
Intrigue ExplainedIsrael-Hamas Ceasefire, Why Now? What Next?Former Australian diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry share some thoughts on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, the actors in the region and what may come next.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign up to receive the world's news in a format you'll love and at a length you can digest over coffee.Show Notes:At the end...2023-11-2451 min
Intrigue ExplainedWake up Joe, Xi-plomacy's Here!Former Australian diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry reflect on the first meeting between President's Xi Jinping of China and Joe Biden of the United States. We talk about why both sides agreed to a meeting now, who it was a win for, and how businesses may be looking at China as an investment destination. About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free...2023-11-1751 min
Intrigue ExplainedAI Road to SerfdomFormer Australia diplomats John, Helen and Dmitry break down the foreign policy side of AI regulation, including the joint declaration the Bletchley AI Safety Summit and the Biden Administration's Executive Order on all things AI Safety.We debate whether now is the right time to regulate, the dangers of regulatory capture, and unpack some of the ways AI could transform diplomacy and negotiations.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where three former diplomats (John Fowler, Dmitry Grozoubinski and Helen Zhang) break down the big stories in international news.The...2023-11-1051 min
Intrigue ExplainedInterview with James the Spaghetti Kozak - An American Fighting in Ukraine (Part 2 - Trope Busting)James also known as 'Spaghetti Kozak' is an American who has spent more than a year fighting for Ukraine as part of the AFU, and even longer than that fighting all-comers in the Twitter war that has raged since the war started.In this special bonus episode of Intrigue Explained, Dmitry put to James some of the most infuriating takes and opinions on the Ukraine war floating around the internet.You can find James on Twitter: @SpaghettiKozakYou can also find his YouTube content on his channel: Spaghetti Kozak MediaIn...2023-06-151h 27
Intrigue ExplainedInterview with James the Spaghetti Kozak - An American Fighting for Ukraine (Part 1)James also known as 'Spaghetti Kozak' is an American who has spent more than a year fighting for Ukraine as part of the AFU, and even longer than that fighting all-comers in the Twitter war that has raged since the war started.In this special bonus episode of Intrigue Explained, Dmitry sat down with James for a wide-ranging discussion of the war, social media, grifters, geopolitics and understanding Russia.There were also some Warhammer 40,000 references, because we just can't help ourselves.You can find James on Twitter: @SpaghettiKozakYou can also...2023-06-131h 38
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Does Blinken's upcoming visit to China signal weakness?Dmitry and John debate whether the upcoming visit of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to China is a signal of US weakness.Also on the show:Two stories focused on Saudi Arabia:Their exploring joining the BRICS Development Bank (the NDB);Their succesful attempt to purchase the PGA Golf TourAbout the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John Fowler) and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.The show is based...2023-06-0858 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Are authoritarian states just better equipped for foreign policy?Dmitry and John debate whether democracies are at a disadvantage in international relations compared to their more authoritarian counterparts. Also on the show:What the US debt limit deal means for international relations; andAn update on the tense situation in Kosovo.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John Fowler) and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.The show is based on reporting from International Intrigue's free daily newsletter. Sign...2023-06-0156 min
Intrigue OutloudSpecial Episode: two former diplomats debate the newsOn today's special episode of Intrigue Outloud, we're sharing an episode from our sister podcast, Intrigue Explained, featuring Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and Dmitry Grozoubinski, a former diplomat and the founder of ExplainTrade.com.Check out Intrigue Explained wherever you get your podcasts.Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-2632 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Should we ban the media channels of our foreign adversaries?Former diplomats Dmitry and John debate whether the West should seek to restrict the media channels of foreign adversaries.Is it smarter in the long term to ban stations like RT, or to ignore them?Also on the show:The incurions into the Belgorod Oblast by Russian paramilitaries hostile to the Kremlin; andthe massive fine issued to Meta by the European Union over Facebook's user data transfers to the US.About the show:Intrigue Explained is a show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John...2023-05-2558 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Should We Embrace Chequebook Diplomacy? This week Dmitry and John debate whether the West needs to stop faffing around and start splashing cash if it wants to keep up with the unromantic investment diplomacy of its geostrategic adversaries.Also on the show:President Biden abruptly cancels his visit to the Asia Pacific in order to deal with the debt ceiling crisis at home;The Wagner Group's Prigozhin was allegedly in talks with the Ukrainian intelligence; andA roundup of some fascinating elections and election results from Turkey to Thailand.About the show:...2023-05-1956 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Do we still need Embassies?This week Dmitry and John naval gaze on whether their lives had any meaning, or more specifically about whether there's still a role and function for diplomats posted overseas under the traditional embassy model. Also on the show: The upcoming elections in Turkey, where Erdoğan faces his first true challenge at the ballot box since 2014 amid high inflation and a more unified opposition; andCivil unrest in Pakistan around the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on corruption charges against a backdrop of looming potential economic collapse.About the s...2023-05-121h 08
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Ukraine War Update and China's Ukraine DiplomacyThis week Dmitry and John revisit the Russian invasion in Ukraine, providing an update on the situation, discussing the anticipated Ukrainian spring counteroffensive, and what China's recent forays into Ukraine war diplomacy might mean.We also cover:The South African debate about whether to follow their ICC obligations and arrest Vladimir Putin if he travels to the country for the upcoming BRICS summit; andA ruling against Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi on charges of defamation against Modi, and all people named Modi that cost him his seat in parliament.About...2023-04-2952 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Is President Macron wrong on China, Taiwan, and European Strategic Autonomy?In our most contentious debate episode yet, Dmitry and John get into it over whether French President Macron was wrong in his remarks about the desirability of Europe moving away from a dependence on the US and toward 'Strategic Autonomy', the very different optics of his and Commissioner Ursula von der Leyen simultaneous visits and the implications for Taiwan. We also cover:The recent leaks of US intelligence on DiscordThe first direct talks between Saudi and Houthi representatives in YemenChinese naval exercises in the Taiwan StraitAbout the show:International, Intrigue...2023-04-1358 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Should Bad Actors be on UN Bodies? This week on Intrigue Explained we mark Russia taking up the chairmanship of the UN Security Council by debating whether it, and countries like it, should even be on UN bodies in the first place. We also cover:Finland (finally) joining NATO President Macron of France visits ChinaAbout the show:International, Intrigue is the show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John Fowler) and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.Sign up to International Intrigue's free daily newsletter to...2023-04-0748 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Is De-Globalization Smart Strategy for the West?This week on Intrigue Explained John dons his defender of globalism Davos man coat and Dmitry straps on a MAGA hat as we debate whether de-globalization, friendshoring, American First and Strategic Autonomy are smart strategies for the West.We also cover:Spy Balloon - We miss you, floaty.Georgia - Succesful protests against the 'Foreign Agents' Bills and what they say about Russian influence.Japan and South Korea - A deal is reached on compensation for forcibly mobilized workers as a larger threat looms on the horizon.About the...2023-03-1046 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Is it in China's Interest to Arm Russia?This week John and Dmitry examine, through the hallowed mechanism of getting into an argument, the arguments China might be considering in favor of providing Russia lethal aid.We also cover:Covid-19 - Several US agencies have indicated they consider the lab leak theory to be credible;Nigeria - A new president is elected in Nigeria but with only 37% of the vote, low turnout and facing some huge challenges; andUK and EU - A new pact is forged between the EU and UK on how resolve their differences over the...2023-03-0253 min
The Owen Jones PodcastA Brexit Miracle?: The Protocol Deal ExplainedHas Rishi Sunak managed what some believed to be impossible: won meaningful concessions from the EU over the Northern Ireland protocol? What does the deal mean - and is it workable? And where now for Brexit?We're joined by former diplomat and Brexit expert Dmitry Grozoubinski, and Colin Murray, Professor of Law and Democracy.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-owen-jones-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0242 min
Intrigue ExplainedEx-Diplomats Debate: Is the Cold War a Good Analogy for the 21st Century?This week John and Dmitry forgo a main story to duke it out over whether the Cold War is a relevant and useful analogy for the coming era of great power competition. Should policymakers be looking to the Cold War for lessons, or should they be thinking in terms of multipolar, regional diplomacy and dispersed power centres.We also cover:Ukraine - On the one year anniversary of the invasion Dmitry and John allow themselves the schadenfreude of discussing those who confidently dismissed any suggestion an invasion could possibly occurRussia - China's...2023-02-2455 min
Intrigue ExplainedTurkey, Syria and Post-Earthquake GeopoliticsThis week we do our best to catch you up on the immensely complicated Syrian Civil War, the role Turkey plays in it, and how the horrific earthquake along the Syrian-Turkish border could shakeup the regions politics.John and Dmitry also discussed:Israel - Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets against new proposed bills that neuter the Court's role in checking government actionsMoldova - The Pro-EU Prime Minister resigns at a tense time for the country, with allegations of Russian interference in the airIran...2023-02-1651 min
Intrigue ExplainedUnderstanding WagnerInternational, Intrigue is the show where two former diplomats (Dmitry Grozoubinski and John Fowler) and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.This week's main story was the Wagner Group PMC, a Russian private army that's in the news both in Ukraine and in Africa. Who are they, why have they been succesful and what does their rise mean for geopolitics?John and Dmitry also discussed:Hong Kong - What the trials of those arrested during the 2020 proteests mean for Hong Kong's trajectoryIran - The...2023-02-0953 min
Intrigue ExplainedBalloons, Tanks and ChipsWe're back for the 2023 season of Intrigue, Explained - The show where two former diplomats and the people they know break down the big stories in international news.This week we're focusing on a still largely secret agreement between the US, Japan and the Netherlands to restrict the export to China of the technology and components required to silicon chips.This is part of a growing escalation as China and the West maneuver for supremacy in the technology future, and has implications for everything from Taiwan to the EU.We're also taking a...2023-02-0344 min
Intrigue ExplainedPre-Episode - China and Covid-19 In this special release before the first season, we discuss the history of China's Covid-19 response, the rush of protests in late November 2022 and the options President Xi has moving forward.You can watch the episode on Youtube here.If you want brief, accessible summaries of international news delivered to your inbox fresh every weekday morning for free, then sign up to International Intrigue.2022-12-2747 min
Trade Knowledge MattersUS Trade PolicyWelcome to Season 2 of Trade Knowledge Matters Podcast!!
Our first episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Simon Lester and Dmitry Grozoubinski about US Trade Policy and its global impact. In this episode;
Discussion on the Biden Administration approach to Trade policy, does it follow on from Trump's policy more politely? and how is it perceived globally?
Discussion on The US and China Phase 1 Deal.
Discussion on ASEAN countries filling the gap left by China and how they can negotiate entrance into the markets.
Discussion on WTO reform.
Discussion on Tripolar Trade Blocs, EU vs U...2022-11-1747 minTrade SplainingChina, Trade Deals & Changing PerceptionsOn this episode of Trade Splaining, hosts Ardian Mollabeciri and Robert Skidmore are joined by Dmitry Grozoubinski, lead trainer of ExplainTrade, Executive Director of the Geneva Trade Platform at the Graduate Institute's Centre for Trade and Economic Integration, and Visiting Professor at the University of Strathclyde’s School of Law. They talk about how he’s seen the discussion around trade change over the past decade, his advice for young people and what its like being from... New Zealand???
Ardian and Rob also talk about the latest news related to the continued fallout from geopolitical tensions in Taiw...2022-09-0142 min
IfG EventsCan UK trade policy be made greener?Having introduced a legally binding target to achieve net zero by 2050 and with the Environment Act – designed to enforce UK environmental standards – now on the statute book, the UK government is proud of its green achievements. But does the UK’s post-Brexit independent trade policy live up to its domestic environmental commitments?Earlier this year the UK agreed to omit references to temperature goals committed to in the Paris Agreement in order to secure a free trade agreement with Australia – an agreement which, on the government’s own analysis, will result in increased use of scarce natural resources an...2021-12-101h 01
Institute for GovernmentCan UK trade policy be made greener?Having introduced a legally binding target to achieve net zero by 2050 and with the Environment Act – designed to enforce UK environmental standards – now on the statute book, the UK government is proud of its green achievements. But does the UK’s post-Brexit independent trade policy live up to its domestic environmental commitments?
Earlier this year the UK agreed to omit references to temperature goals committed to in the Paris Agreement in order to secure a free trade agreement with Australia – an agreement which, on the government’s own analysis, will result in increased use of scarce natural resources and increased waste. So...2021-12-101h 01
ClimateCast with Tom HeapIs the UK giving Australia a free pass on climate?On this week's episode of Sky News ClimateCast, hosts Anna Jones and Katerina Vittozzi head down under to examine Australia's response to the climate emergency.As Sky News reveals the UK has dropped key climate targets out of a free trade deal with Australia, what does it say about both countries’ priorities ahead of the crucial COP26 summit?And we explore Australia's history of notoriously slow action on climate change and ask, is this is missed opportunity for the island nations?Guests: Anjali Sharma, Australian activist Sam Coates, Political Correspondent Dmitry Grozoubinski, Fo...2021-09-1024 min
The Owen Jones PodcastAs Supermarket Shelves Empty: Is Tory Brexit Coming Home To Roost?As shortages and price hikes hit supermarket, is Boris Johnson's Brexit deal finally hitting home? We're joined by experts Sam Lowe (Centre for European Reform) and Dmitry Grozoubinski (ExplainTrade).Please like, subscribe - and help us offer an alternative here: https://patreon.com/owenjones84Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-owen-jones-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-0652 min
Trade Talks154. Global Britain: How’s that going then?How to understand the spat concerning Brexit’s Northern Ireland Protocol, plus the UK signs a new trade deal with Australia. Dmitry Grozoubinski (Geneva Trade Platform), Anna Isaac (Politico Europe) and Sam Lowe (Centre for European Reform) take time away from their new hit Twitch show – “All the Good Trade Puns Were Taken” – to explain.2021-06-1700 min
The BunkerExtra: WHAM, BAM, TANK YOUR LAMB – Australian trade deal with Dmitry GrozoubinskiA surprise weekend extra edition, because there’s just too much news… Apparently we’re doing a “gradual” tariff-free deal with Australia. What exactly does that mean? Will it really wipe out the Welsh lamb industry and Scottish hill farmers? And have Johnson and Truss given away Britain’s negotiating advantage just for a headline? International trade expert and former negotiator Dmitry Grozoubinski explains how one deal could come back to bite Brexit Britain in painful places. • “When you look at what Britain has just given away for a modest deal, the precedent is remarkable.”• “The Americans will be ask...2021-05-2322 min
The Big Vin TheoryDmitry Grozoubinski - Founder, ExplainTradeIn this episode we talk to Dmitry Grozoubinski, Founder of ExplainTrade . Dmitry is a negotiations and trade policy expert and Visiting Professor at the University of Strathclyde’s School of Law. Prior to launching ExplainTrade.com, Dmitry served as an Australian diplomat and trade negotiator at the World Trade Organisation and beyond. We urge you to follow him on Twitter : https://twitter.com/DmitryOpines
We ask which of the main objectives of Brexit have been borne out, what will be the major benefits we can see from it in the wine trade, how accurate has th...2021-02-1158 min
The BunkerOn Her Majesty’s Sidelined Service Sector – with guest Dmitry GrozoubinskiBritain’s £80bn trade sector was left out of Johnson’s vaunted Brexit deal. Why, and what does that mean? With Lockdown III (or is it IV, V or VI?) about to be launched, has No.10 definitively lost control of the Pandemic? And what should we keep an eye out for in 2021?Yasmeen Serhan, Ian Dunt and special guest Dmitry Grozoubinski – international trade expert and former WTO negotiator for Australia – join Andrew Harrison for the first BUNKER of the new year.
“Ironically enough, in the end it turned out Johnson wasn’t the ‘cake and ea...2021-01-0554 min
What Would The Smart Party Do?Negotiating D&DEpisode 124 - Negotiating D&D
(aka "Nicole, please don't @ me")
There's more than one way round a problem, and this week the gents are joined by Dmitry Grozoubinski - an expert in negotiation and trade - to discuss how GMs and players can negotiate a session. The role of NPCs in a session, giving players what they want, the role of streaming games and the wealth of players on Reddit are discussed, among many interesting topics.
You can follow Dmitry on Twitter, and for non-gaming related skills in negotiation, head over to explaintrade...2020-06-211h 10
Ploughing Through BrexitTrade expert Dmitry Grozoubinski & NFU Brussels director Robin Manning discuss trade deal objectivesTrade expert Dmitry Grozoubinski & NFU Brussels director Robin Manning discuss the UK's negotiating objectives for deals with the EU & US, & their implications for farmers See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2020-03-1024 min
The BunkerRough Trade: Can Britain bully its way to an EU commerce deal?As Michael Gove dumps the frictionless trade we were promised into the memory hole, will good old-fashioned belligerence get the Government the EU commerce settlement it wants? And what DOES it want anyway? Trade expert Dmitry Grozoubinski explains it all. Plus, Cath Haddon of the Institute for Government on Classic Dom’s preparations to reform the British Constitution (with an axe?). And why does the rest of Britain hate London? All on the (mostly) Brexit-free podcast from the makers of Remainiacs.“From the very moment Boris Johnson entered No.10 it’s been very hard to...2020-02-1150 min
CakeWatchEpisode 67: We Raged Against the Lying of the RightThe aftermath. Rather than wallow in despair we look back on a fight well fought, and the friends that have joined us on the podcast. We also reflect a little bit on what the future will bring. It's not pretty, so we need to find strategies to help us through the dark times ahead.
Thank you to all our guests who have helped us out on the podcast over the last 67 episodes:
Alyn Smith
Andy of Remainer Now
Axel Antoni
David Henig
Dmitry Grozoubinski
Garvan Walshe
Ian Bond
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Oh God, What Now?117: VOYAGE TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL Our trade future with guest Dmitry GrozoubinskiWe didn’t QUITE make Wednesday night as promised at the top of the show… but here’s this week’s podcast, just in time for that EU vote. In this episode: What’s in the WAB and has any May idea ever died quite so quickly? Final learnings from the EU Election campaign that everyone pretended never was. The pros and cons of milkshaking. Astroturfing for fun and profit. And should Labour have been on our EU Parliament hustings at all?PLUS Britain’s glittering future in world trade! Negotiator and trade expert Dmitry Grozoubinski explains the...2019-05-231h 01CakeWatchEpisode 39: A House Fire in PompeiiDmitry Grozoubinski is our guest this week to talk about what the hell a "WTO terms deal" is(n't), and we weigh up the risks and chances of a disorderly Brexit. Plus easily the sexiest Lie of the Week ever.
Dmitry's trade explainer blog, Trade ExplainedSpecial Guest: Dmitry Grozoubinski.2019-01-221h 37