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All Talk with Kevin DietzJeff Sakwa Previews his Anti-Bullying EventJune 16, 2025 ~ Jeff Sakwa, President of Defeat the Label, joins Dave Trott to tell us about his anti-bullying event?2025-06-1609 min
KianistanHumiliating Russia Won’t End Well – Richard Sakwa Warns EuropeHumiliating Russia Won’t End Well – Richard Sakwa Warns EuropeIn this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Professor Richard Sakwa delivers a powerful critique of Western foreign policy, exposing how the US and Europe helped create — and continue to escalate — the war in Ukraine.We begin with Sakwa’s assessment of Donald Trump and move into Europe’s growing insecurity: Why is Europe so afraid of Russia? Is this fear rooted in Cold War hangovers, racial bias, or a deeper anxiety about losing global dominance?Professor Sakwa dismantles the myth of a rational Western strategy — arguing instead that Europe, once cautious, has now become...2025-06-051h 01
Going Underground Hosted by Afshin RattansiCold War 2: Europe Gripped by WAR FEVER, Stuck in Escalation Against Russia - Prof. Richard SakwaFOLLOW US ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://linktr.ee/goingundergroundtv
On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Richard Sakwa, Professor of Russian & European Politics at the University of Kent and Author of ‘The Culture of the Second Cold War’. He discusses Merz becoming Chancellor and Germany’s pursuit of a ‘suicidal’ foreign policy, the negotiations to end the Ukraine proxy war in Istanbul and Trump’s rapprochement with Russia, the growing backlash in Europe against the increased militarism and conformational foreign policy, the campaign to blacklist him by the British secret service, the political West’s militant campai...2025-06-0228 min
Reimagining Soviet GeorgiaEpisode 52: Global Order, Geopolitics and Neutrality with Georgian Characteristics with Richard SakwaOn today's episode we examine how broader shifts in the global order, globalization and geopolitical trends since the end of the Cold War led to the current European security crisis and political context for the Russo-Ukraine War. We also explore how this context shapes Georgia's geopolitical and security environment, and is sowing the seeds for more open discussions about what geopolitical neutrality and explicit multi-vectorism could mean for Georgia. With guest co-host Beka Natsvlishvili, we welcome Richard Sakwa on to Reimagining Soviet Georgia. ...2025-05-141h 20
Enjoy The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So High-Impact!The Promise by Kim SakwaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/37696to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Promise
Series: Lairds of the Crest, Book 4
Author: Kim Sakwa
Narrator: Marian Hussey
Format: mp3
Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins
Release date: 02-27-25
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 5 ratings
Genres: Historical Fiction
Publisher's Summary:
After a tragic childhood accident left her orphaned, Brianna O’Roarke found meaning in historical antiquities, objects and artifacts she trusts will never leave her. So, when she discovers her family’s prized possession—the centuries old Wolf Sword—is missing, she’ll stop at nothing to see it returned. Finally securing a meeting with the elusiv...2025-02-2711h 13
YesXorNo AudioProvocation & Publication vs The Podium ... ExtendedPublished: 2025-02-18The podcast extends this article:Provocation & Publication vs The Podium; YesXorNo; 2025-02-17or support this work via Buy Me A Coffee or Patreon.SourcesSpring is in the air in US-Russia ties as Trump’s revolution gains momentum; M. K. Bhadrakumar; Indian Punchline; 2025-02-16US and Russian Officials To Hold Talks in Saudi Arabia Next Week; Dave DeCamp; Antiwar; 2025-02-16Russia's Lavrov and US' Rubio Hold Phone Talks; N/A; Sputnik International; 2025-02-15Starmer Sa...2025-02-2020 min
BRICS Podcast (EN)Political scientist Richard Sakwa: "BRICS is the foundation of more mature international politics"2024 marks Russia's BRICS Chairmanship, also recognised globally as the year of the group's major expansion. Richard Sakwa, a professor at the University of Kent, Moscow State University, and Senior Research Fellow at the Higher School of Economics, shared his views on the contributions each new BRICS member country has made to the group.
What role does the group play in shaping a multipolar world?
What reforms should be made to global governance institutions? What are the prospects for cross-border migration and the development of human capital within BRICS countries, particularly in Russia?
These...2024-11-2114 min
Wide for the WinAuthor Success Stories: Slow and Steady Publishing with Kim SakwaIn this episode of the WIDEstream, we sit down with author Kim Sakwa, who has found success using a “slow and steady” publishing strategy. Find out what works for her, how she’s managed to build a solid fan base without releasing a book every month or two, and why this might be an effective strategy […]2024-10-2733 min
Wide for the WinWFTW - 007 - Author Success Stories: Slow and Steady Publishing with Kim SakwaIn this episode of the WIDEstream, we sit down with author Kim Sakwa, who has found success using a “slow and steady” publishing strategy. Find out what works for her, how she’s managed to build a solid fan base without releasing a book every month or two, and why this might be an effective strategy for you, too. See video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xjrskz1Dd8E&t=1s2024-10-2733 min
Seneta Sakwa's podcastKeerep2024-10-2206 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastBEVERLYNE SHITAKULE,ADMIN-BOKOLI S/COUNTY HOSPITALYouths urged to put their marital and sexual relationship matters open to avoid wide spread of sexual Transmitted Inflections. Speaking to a local radio station,Bokoli Sub county Hospital Administrator Beverlyne Shitakule,says cases of STI(s) increase faster due to secrecy kept by youths. Shitakule,the new admin in the facility, affirms keeping in touch with locals to fight against STI(s) cases as a way of putting the community at a safer side for a better tomorrow. "Our youths you don't need to do things in secret following our today's time we need to be...2024-10-1703 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastMakwa2024-10-0403 min
Evercore EdgeChanges in a New Real Estate EraIn this episode, Evercore's Neil Wolitzer, Rob Manning, Steve Sakwa and Yan Ling discuss the evolving real estate market and the sector’s “new era.” Their dynamic conversation explores the different changes underway in the industry, including macro, capital flows and the real estate public market.
Neil Wolitzer – Senior Managing Director, Investment Banking
Rob Manning – Head of Trading, Equities
Steve Sakwa – Senior Managing Director, Equities
Yan Ling – Managing Director, Investment Banking
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The material contained herein is intended as a general market and/or economic com...2024-09-0423 min
Bungacast/425/ Reading Club: Russia's Imitation Democracy (sample)On the late Dmitri Furman's account of post-Soviet Russia.
Patreon Exclusive: for the Reading Club, join for $12/mo and get access to ALL Bungacast content, incl. 4 exclusive, original episodes a month
We continue our discussions along this year's themes (rise and fall of nations; Russia past and present) by tackling Imitation Democracy: The Development of Russia's Post-Soviet Political System.
Why has there been a revival in interest in the late Soviet and early post-Soviet period? And in the global 1990s in general?
What does it really mean to be without-alternative?
2024-07-1603 min
VUKA AFRICA BREAKFAST SHOW#Ezweni sakhile :Sekuphele iminyaka engu 14 uMnuz Sibusiso Mazibuko ezama ukuthola isinxephezelo sakhe sakwa Road Accident Fund emva kokushayiswa imoto e-Newcastle ngonyaka ka 2011. Umama ka Sbusiso u-Cremensia Mazibuko ubegqigqa emahhovisi ka-RAF yonke leminyaka kwaze kwathi ngonyaka ka 2020 bamtshelwa ukuthi sekunommeli osekuyena ozomela u-Sbusiso kuloludaba. Ngokuka Cremensia abamazi lommeli futhi akaze bahlangane naye kepha ummeli uthi u-Sbusiso wafika ezocela usizo emahhovisi akhe eGoli ngo#Ezweni SAkhile :Sekuphele iminyaka engu 14 uMnuz Sibusiso Mazibuko ezama ukuthola isinxephezelo sakhe sakwa RoadAccident Fund emva kokushayiswa imoto e-Newcastle ngonyaka ka 2011. Umama ka Sbusiso u-Cremensia Mazibuko ubegqigqaemahhovisi ka-RAF yonke leminyaka kwaze kwathi ngonyaka ka 2020 bamtshelwa ukuthi sekunommeli osekuyena ozomela u-Sbusisokuloludaba. Ngokuka Cremensia abamazi lommeli futhi akaze bahlangane naye kepha ummeli uthi u-Sbusiso wafika ezocela usizoemahhovisi akhe eGoli ngonyaka ka 2017. Sikhuluma nomama ka Sbusiso u-Crementia, kanye no mmeli uMnuz Billy Nkonwani besesivala ngo Nomkhosi Gumede waka RAF.2024-04-3015 min
CISS PodcastThe Cold War Misunderstood: Richard SakwaAs dangers loom large for the world today, a possible Second Cold War has become a frequent topic among politicians and scholars across the globe. Is the Second Cold War inevitable? Is win-win cooperation merely a pretty-sounding strategy or a deep-rooted and realistic philosophy? Is transcending Bloc politics possible in the post-western era?
With these questions on mind, China Forum had an in-depth discussion with Prof. Richard Sakwa on the sidelines of the 6th Forum on Security and Strategy in Beijing late March. Prof. Sakwa is the author of the newly published book “The Lost Peace: How the West Failed to...2024-04-2332 min
The Duran PodcastThe Lost Peace - Richard Sakwa, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn DiesenThe Lost Peace - Richard Sakwa, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen2024-03-111h 09
Going Underground#14 – USA gegen Russland und China: Der 2. Kalte Krieg wird viel schlimmer und viel intensiver seinAufgezeichnet am 13. Januar 2024, 14:08 In dieser Folge von "Going Underground" sprechen wir mit Prof. Richard Sakwa. Er informiert uns über die außenpolitischen Katastrophen des Westens nach dem Ende des Kalten Krieges; die Warnungen der Vergangenheit hinsichtlich der Notwendigkeit einer gesamteuropäischen Sicherheitsarchitektur, bei der Russland ignoriert wird; und die Folgen, die sich in der Ukraine zeigen. Des Weiteren führt Sakwa aus, wie die Hegemonie der USA die Stellung der traditionellen europäischen Mächte wie Italien, Frankreich und Deutschland geschwächt hat. Er spricht über Israels völkermörderisches Blutbad in Gaza und den Status des...2024-01-1326 min
Don’t Miss: This Immersive Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War by Richard SakwaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/707719to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War
Author: Richard Sakwa
Narrator: Stewart Crank
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 8 minutes
Release date: November 28, 2023
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
The end of the Cold War was an opportunity—our inability to seize it has led to today's renewed era of great power competition 1989 heralded a unique prospect for an enduring global peace, as harsh ideological divisions and conflicts began to be resolved. Now, three decades on, that peace has been lost. With war in...2023-11-282h 08
Get Best Full Audiobooks in History, WorldThe Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War by Richard SakwaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/707719 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War Author: Richard Sakwa Narrator: Stewart Crank Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 8 minutes Release date: November 28, 2023 Genres: World Publisher's Summary: The end of the Cold War was an opportunity—our inability to seize it has led to today's renewed era of great power competition 1989 heralded a unique prospect for an enduring global peace, as harsh ideological divisions and conflicts began to be resolved. Now, three decades on, that peace has been lost. With war in Ukraine an...2023-11-2830 minGet Best Full Audiobooks in History, WorldThe Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War by Richard SakwaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/707719to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War
Author: Richard Sakwa
Narrator: Stewart Crank
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 8 minutes
Release date: November 28, 2023
Genres: World
Publisher's Summary:
The end of the Cold War was an opportunity—our inability to seize it has led to today's renewed era of great power competition 1989 heralded a unique prospect for an enduring global peace, as harsh ideological divisions and conflicts began to be resolved. Now, three decades on, that peace has been lost. With war in Ukraine and in...2023-11-282h 08Discover the Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsThe Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War by Richard SakwaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/707719to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War
Author: Richard Sakwa
Narrator: Stewart Crank
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 8 minutes
Release date: November 28, 2023
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
The end of the Cold War was an opportunity—our inability to seize it has led to today's renewed era of great power competition 1989 heralded a unique prospect for an enduring global peace, as harsh ideological divisions and conflicts began to be resolved. Now, three decades on, that peace has been lost. With war in...2023-11-282h 08
the Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsThe Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War by Richard SakwaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/707719 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Lost Peace: How The West Failed to Prevent a Second Cold War Author: Richard Sakwa Narrator: Stewart Crank Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 8 minutes Release date: November 28, 2023 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: The end of the Cold War was an opportunity—our inability to seize it has led to today's renewed era of great power competition 1989 heralded a unique prospect for an enduring global peace, as harsh ideological divisions and conflicts began to be resolved. Now, three decades on, that peace has been lost. With wa...2023-11-2830 min
MOATS with George GallowaySuella Braverman Out, David Cameron In | Israel Has Just Suffered Its Greatest DefeatOn this Moats, George Galloway gives his take on Suella Braverman's sacking after invigorating the far right to descend upon the cenotaph during Remembrance Weekend. Is the return of David Cameron to the height of Government the last roll of the dice for PM Rishi Sunak, and will Cameron uphold his support for a ceasefire in Gaza? Rapper and Activist Lowkey joins the show to give his perspective on why this Palestinian resistance against Israel is a right and the majority of the world sees it that way. Scott Ritter explains why Israel has just suffered it greatest defeat...2023-11-161h 20Seneta Sakwa's podcastPriscilla kwaniala2023-10-2611 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastHISTO SOITA2023-10-1109 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEHISTORI YA PETER SOITALIFE HISTORY OF THE LATE PETER LUKORITO SOITA.Birth;Peter Lukorito Soita was born in the year 1959 to the late Mzee Francis Soita (Omumula) and Mama Rachel Nang’unda (Omutukwika Mukitang’a) at Chwele village. Christianity ;Peter Lukorito was dedicated to God at his young at Salvation Army – Chwele and later joined Jesus to all Nations Ministries where he has been fellowshipping till demise.Education;Peter started his early education at Busakala Primary School in the year 1965 to 1975. He later joined Busakala Secondary School for his O-level studie...2023-10-1105 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastHISTORY DE PETER SOITALIFE HISTORY OF THE LATE PETER LUKORITO SOITA.BIRTHPeter Lukorito Soita was born in the year 1959 to the late Mzee Francis Soita (Omumula) and Mama Rachel Nang’unda (Omutukwika Mukitang’a) at Chwele village. CHRISTIANITY Peter Lukorito was dedicated to God at his young at Salvation Army – Chwele and later joined Jesus to all Nations Ministries where he has been fellowshipping till demise.EDUCATION Peter started his early education at Busakala Primary School in the year 1965 to 1975. He later joined Busakala Secondary School for his O-level studie...2023-10-1101 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastpeter soita Final2023-10-1101 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastpeterk soita2023-10-1102 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastpeterk soita2023-10-1104 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastPETER SOITA HISTORY2023-10-1101 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastsoitaka2023-10-1101 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastsoit2023-10-1100 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 15 - Seneta Sakwa's podcast2023-10-0315 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 14 - Seneta Sakwa's podcast2023-10-0106 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastZep2023-10-0102 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastMWELO2023-09-2006 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 14 - Seneta Sakwa's podsakocast2023-09-2006 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastPodam2023-09-2004 minGoing Underground#3 – Spannungen zwischen Russland und NATO sind schlimmer als im Kalten Krieg – Richard SakwaAufgezeichnet am 17. September 2023, 18:23 In dieser Folge von Going Underground sprechen wir mit Professor Richard Sakwa, Autor von "Frontlinie Ukraine: Die Krise im Grenzgebiet" und Professor für russische und europäische Politik an der Universität von Kent. Er spricht darüber, warum die Spannungen zwischen Russland und der NATO weitaus schlimmer sind als die Spannungen des ersten Kalten Krieges, über die Anklage des Internationalen Strafgerichtshofs gegen den russischen Präsidenten Wladimir Putin und warum er glaubt, dass die Anklage inmitten der Privatisierung des UN-Systems durch die USA rein politisch motiviert war, darüber, warum Russlan...2023-09-1728 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 6 - Seneta Sakwa's podcast2023-09-1015 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 4 - Seneta Sakwa's podcast2023-09-1015 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastEpisode 2 - Seneta Sakwa's podcast2023-08-2214 minSeneta Sakwa's podcastMy very first episode with Spreaker Studio2023-08-1206 min
Becker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery PodcastMarc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical CenterThis episode features Marc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background, top 3 biggest issues in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, and more.2023-06-2710 min
Becker’s Healthcare - Clinical Leadership PodcastMarc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical CenterThis episode features Marc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background, top 3 biggest issues in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, and more.2023-06-2710 minBecker’s Healthcare -- Cardiology + Heart Surgery PodcastMarc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical CenterThis episode features Marc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background, top 3 biggest issues in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, and more.2023-06-1910 minBecker’s Healthcare - Clinical Leadership PodcastMarc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical CenterThis episode features Marc Sakwa, MD, Chief of CT Surgery, MemorialCare, Chief, CV Surgery, MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute; Medical Director, Adult CV Surgery, MHVI at Long Beach Medical Center. Here, he discusses his background, top 3 biggest issues in cardiology today, how he sees heart care evolving over the next 18 months, and more.2023-06-1910 min
The Exchange PodcastSydney Sakwa | Global Partnerships Executive at Klutch Sports Group on the Business of Sports and EntertainmentFor this episode, I am so grateful to be joined by Sydney Sakwa, who is currently a Global Partnerships Executive at Klutch Sports Group in New York City. Founded by sports agent Rich Paul, Klutch is an American sports agency representing some of the world’s biggest athletes. Prior to working at Klutch, Sydney held roles at the WNBA, the talent agency William Morris Endeavor, Roc Nation, and more. In her career, Sydney has worked across sports and entertainment in areas like partnerships, business development, and sales.
In our conversation, we spoke about Sydney’s ca...2023-03-0728 min
The Spiro Avenue ShowThe Spiro Avenue Show #68 - Scott Burnstein and Jeff SakwaScott Burnstein is a bestselling author. Jeff Sakwa is the Chair of the Michigan GOP and noted MSU insider. They explore the fallout from “Tunnelgate” and predict Michigan’s next governor.2022-11-042h 00
Pushback with Aaron MateUkraine war escalates as diplomacy disappearsAs Russia escalates attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine following the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines and the Ukrainian attack on the Kerch bridge, diplomacy is nowhere to be found. Scholar and author Richard Sakwa on the latest in the Ukraine crisis.
"The human losses are appalling," Sakwa says. "And yet, the language of peace cannot find an adequate expression."
Guest: Richard Sakwa. Emeritus Professor of Russian and European politics at the University of Kent. His books include “Frontline Ukraine: Crisis in the Borderlands” and his latest, “Deception: Russiagate and the New Cold War.”
Support Pushback at Patreon: https://www.patr...2022-11-0142 min
Kresowy SalonikSakwa, śliżyki i kwas chlebowySwoją przygodę z teatrem rozpoczął już jako nastolatek. Od samego początku czuł, że jest to miejsce dla niego. Wcześniej wielokrotnie występował w przedstawieniach szkolnych, m.in. zagrał główną rolę w „Szewczyku Dratewce”. Współpracował z Lilą Kiejzik, Zbigniewem Maciejewskim, Anną Gulbinowicz, czy Bogusławem Grużewskim. Tym razem gościem Kresowego Saloniku Radia Gdańsk był Witold Rudzianiec, aktor Polskiego Teatru „Studio” w Wilnie, ale także szef restauracji „Sakwa” na wileńskim Antokolu. Rozmawialiśmy nie tylko o sztuce, ale również o specjałach kuchni kresowej. Podczas naszego spotkania było można także zdobyć przepis na prawdziwy wileński...2022-10-2647 min
Foreign RomanceWhat is Russia's endgame in Ukraine? (feat. Richard Sakwa)What is Russia's endgame? Is there a path to peace and diplomacy? Maedeh gets all the answers you need, beyond the headlines and mainstream narratives. She speaks to the one and only Professor Richard Sakwa, a world leading expert in Russian, Central and Eastern European communist and post-communist politics.Remember to follow us on Instagram: @foreignromance_Producer: Maedeh Sharifi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-2517 minBungacast/270/ Russia vs the West ft. Richard Sakwa
On the endgame to war in Ukraine.
Eminent Russian expert, Putin and Gorbachev biographer and ex-Sovietologist, Prof Richard Sakwa, joins us in advance of his imminent retirement from the University of Kent. We talk about the geopolitics of NATO expansion and the dynamics of the Ukraine war reaching back to 2014. How high is the risk of nuclear war now, and how might the Ukraine war play out?
Readings:
Whisper it, but Putin has a point in Ukraine, Richard Sakwa, The Spectator
The Dual State in Russia, Richard Sakwa, Post-Soviet Affairs
A Review of 'Frontline Ukraine' by Richard Sakwa, Peter Hitchens, M...2022-06-281h 04Pushback with Aaron MateUS weapons, European supplicants block peace in UkraineAs the Russia-Ukraine war opens a new phase in the Donbas, scholar Richard Sakwa on the absence of diplomacy; the Western media's veneration of Zelensky; the European Union's self-implosion over the war; and the crackdown on dissent in both Ukraine and Russia.
Guest: Richard Sakwa. Professor of Russian and European politics at the University of Kent. His books include "Frontline Ukraine: Crisis in the Borderlands” and his latest, “Deception: Russiagate and the New Cold War."
Support Pushback: https://www.patreon.com/aaronmate
Links:
"'One less traitor': Zelensky oversees campaign of assassination, kidnapping and torture of political opposition"
https://thegrayzone.com/2022/04/17/trai...2022-04-2142 min
NEWSBLAZE WESTERNLive2022-04-1314 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNEpisode 8 - NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-04-1305 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNMai2022-03-2515 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNDa2022-03-2500 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERN- NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-03-2500 min
NEWSBLAZE WESTERNEvening ShowBarikiwa episode by Sakwa2022-03-2514 min
Political Futures Podcast with Kerwin SwintA Discussion About Russia and UkraineJoin us for the newest season of the Political Futures Podcast! Today's episode will be discussing the conflict occurring in Ukraine with Dr. Moran and Dr. Rotnem. To follow along with sources, or to check out the people mentioned in the episode, please use the list below:Thomas Friedman Interview: https://www.nytimes.com/1998/05/02/opinion/foreign-affairs-now-a-word-from-x.htmlRichard Sakwa: https://www.kent.ac.uk/politics-international-relations/people/2273/sakwa-richardAlexander Solzhenitsyn: https://www.amazon.com/Under-Rubble-Alexander-Solzhenitsyn/dp/0316803723Zelenskyy's Munich Speech: https://www.c-span.org/video/?518086-3/ukrainian-president-sanctions-imposed-russia-now-notRussia's Bombings of Hospitals...2022-03-1645 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNEpisTOPIode 6 - NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-03-0800 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNEpisTOPIode 6 - NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-03-0800 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNEpisTOPIode 6 - NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-03-0800 minPushback with Aaron MateRejecting NATO expansion, Putin recognizes forgotten Donbas civiliansSupport Pushback at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronmate
After weeks of US claims that a Russian invasion of Ukraine was imminent, Vladimir Putin instead recognized the breakaway republics of Luhansk and Donetsk. The decision has triggered a new round of US-led sanctions while bringing attention to rebel-held areas, where, according to UN figures on the Donbas war, 80% of civilian casualties have occurred since 2018.
Professor Richard Sakwa analyzes the factors behind Putin's move, and its likely consequences. Putin's decision, he says, comes after Kiev refused to implement the 2015 Minsk accords, which could have ended the conflict, and a longstanding US-driven...2022-02-2342 min
NEWSBLAZE WESTERNE2022-02-1901 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNSakwa NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-02-0606 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNSakwa NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-02-0607 minNEWSBLAZE WESTERNTEpisode 4 - NEWSBLAZE WESTERN2022-02-0615 minPushback with Aaron MateUS and UK escalate Russia war fever, but NATO splits over Ukraine emergeSupport Pushback at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronmate
The US and UK are ramping up threats to Russia over Ukraine by sending more weapons, vowing more sanctions, and lodging evidence-free claims of a Russian plot to install a pro-Kremlin leader. But comments by Germany's navy chief that Russia "deserves respect" -- leading to his resignation -- underscore that not everyone is on board with Washington and London's war fever. Scholar and author Richard Sakwa discusses the latest in the Ukraine crisis.
Guest: Richard Sakwa. Professor of Russian and European politics at the University of Kent. His books include “Frontline Uk...2022-01-2445 min
ToxicEp. 38: Roblox Predators Can Find Your Kids and We Ask an Expert—Can Abusers Change?First off, happy 1-year anniversary to us. We're celebrating by making you some stuff, so stay tuned. Next, Roblox, the video game 200 million people play every day, not at all shockingly, counts child predators among its fans. And those child predators are targeting....wait for it...children. A recap of some stellar reporting that showed Roblox doesn't give very many shits that this is happening because, you know, profit. After that, we pose a question with no simple answer: Can abusers change? Should you ever trust someone who admits to being abusive to a partner in the past? Ed Sakwa...2022-01-241h 45NEWSBLAZE WESTERNEpisode 1 - NEWSBLAZE WiESTERNH2022-01-1100 minPushback with Aaron MateWar in Ukraine? NATO expansion drives conflict with RussiaRussia is seeking a legally binding pledge that NATO will stop expanding east, including to Ukraine. If the US refuses, is war next? Scholar and author Richard Sakwa analyzes the growing Russia-Ukraine conflict and how Russiagate fueled it.
Guest: Richard Sakwa. Professor of Russian and European politics at the University of Kent. His books include "Frontline Ukraine: Crisis in the Borderlands" and his latest, "Deception: Russiagate and the New Cold War."
Support Pushback at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronmate2021-12-0551 min
Golder Ranch Fire DistrictCommunity First: Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse CEO Ed SakwaScott and Anne-Marie talk with Ed Sakwa for domestic violence awareness month. Fire and EMS respond to these calls quite frequently and need to partner with organizations like Ed's to connect victims of domestic violence with the proper resources. For more information, we have provided contact information below:https://emergecenter.org24/7 Multilingual Hotline(888)-428-01012021-10-1354 min
M-ChangaONLINE FUNDRAISING AS A RESOURCE MOBILIZATION TOOL FOR ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESES & INDIVIDUALSLooking to mobilize resource using online fundraising? Listen in as Sakwa Masai and Mike Muchilwa share valuable tips on how organizations, individuals and businesses can collaborate and leverage on online fundraising for better impact.2021-05-031h 14
The Week That Was on Deadline DetroitThe Week That Was - 04/09/2021 - Guns, Votes, and Schmucks.Craig and his panel have a lively discussion on the big stories of the week, including: President Biden unveils plans to try and reduce gun violence; Senator Manchin shuts down any plans to weaken the filibuster; Michigan is again a hotspot for Covid infections; Rep. Matt Gaetz is still in trouble; and former house speaker John Boehner's new memoir looks like it might be a fun read. As always, the panelists will have their nominations for "schmuck of the week." Panelists this week include Nancy Derringer and Allan Lengel of Deadline Detroit, plus special guests Stephen Henderson of...2021-04-091h 05
History of the Second World War27: The Third Reich Pt. 13 - Show Me the MoneyWhile not a priority for the new Nazi government, the German economy would have to be considered if it wanted to accomplish its goals.Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian KershawThe Third Reich by Thomas Childers2020-09-3024 min
History of the Second World War26: The Third Reich Pt. 12 - Night of the Long KnivesAfter asserting power in the political realm, it was time for the Nazi party to deal with the demon that it had created, the SA. Sources: The Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian KershawThe Third Reich by Thomas Childers2020-09-2324 min
History of the Second World War25: The Third Reich Pt. 11 - ChangesThroughout the Spring and Summer of 1933 the new Nazi regime would start to make changes, some big, some small, some just a small part of larger plans. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler...2020-09-1625 min
History of the Second World War24: The Third Reich Pt. 10 - The Enabling ActIn the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, the scheduled election would be held in Germany. The results were surprising, but it did not prevent the Nazi leaders from moving forward with the next part of their plan, the Enabling Act. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist...2020-09-0925 min
History of the Second World War23: The Third Reich Pt. 9 - The Reichstag FireJust a month after the Nazi led government was created, an event with lasting ramifications would occur.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw...2020-09-0224 min
History of the Second World War22: The Third Reich Pt. 8 - January 1933January 1933 would see the end of the Schleicher government that lasted under two months, and on January 30th a new era in Germany would begin.Check out Pax Britannica: https://paxbritannica.info/WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram...2020-08-2627 min
History of the Second World War21: The Third Reich Pt. 7 - "We Will Win Ourselves to Death"Another round of political chaos results in another national election, with disappointing results for the Nazi party. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw...2020-08-1925 min
History of the Second World War20: The Third Reich Pt. 6 - The 1932 Presidential ElectionA German Presidential election was scheduled for 1932, and it would perfectly illustrate how divided the German political landscape had become.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw2020-08-1222 min
History of the Second World War19: The Third Reich Pt. 5 - The Election that Broke GermanyThe 1930 election would result in a drastic shift in German politics. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian KershawThe Third Reich by Thomas Childers2020-08-0526 min
History of the Second World War18: The Third Reich Pt. 4 - The RepublicThe Weimar Republic would be dealt a poor hand, but they would make it worse. WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian KershawThe Third...2020-07-2926 min
History of the Second World War17: The Third Reich Pt. 3 - The New Nazi PartyThe middle years of the 1920s would be a challenging period for the Nazi Party as it tried to find its way.WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt, Hans-Erich Volkmann, and Wolfram WetteHitler: A Biography by Ian Kershaw2020-07-2223 min
History of the Second World War16: The Third Reich Pt. 2 - The Munich YearsIn 1923 the National Socialists would try to move things along by launching a putsch in Munich, it would go very poorly.Links to some Mein Kampf translations can be found here: http://historyofthesecondworldwar.com/episodes/the-third-reich-supplements/WebsitePatreonTwitterFacebookDiscordEmail: historyofthesecondworldwar@outlook.comSourcesThe Coming of the Third Reich by Richard J. EvansGermany and the Second World War Volume 1: The Build-Up of German Aggression by Wilhelm Deist, Manfred Messerschmidt...2020-07-1525 min