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First Friday with Georgetown CountyTrails, Tides & Extreme Temperatures: Summer Safety and Fun in Georgetown CountyIn the August edition of First Friday with Georgetown County, we explore summer fun, safety, and youth engagement across our community:
Youth in Action – Parks & Rec. intern Maddie Garnes shares her experience working with the department this summer, gives us a preview of Kids Track Trails Day on August 16, and explains how the GOAT (Georgetown Outdoor Adventure Trails) program is getting people excited about the outdoors.
️ Safe Shores & Parks Updates – Recreation Manager Jason Walters talks about the county’s new Safe Shores sign initiative, featuring beach access signs designed to improve public safety, plus other exciting...2025-08-0127 min
First Friday with Georgetown CountyGrowth, Governance & Great Events: July in Georgetown County Episode Description:
This month on First Friday with Georgetown County, we spotlight growth, civic engagement, and exciting events happening across the county:
Economic Development Outlook – Meet Kelly Robertson-Slagle, Georgetown County’s new Economic Development Director, as she shares her vision for smart growth, business attraction, and workforce development in our region.
️ Special Election Preview – Aphra McCrea, Director of Voter Registration and Elections, explains the details of an upcoming special election to fill a vacant school board seat—what voters need to know and how to make their voices heard.
Georgetown 250 Takes Shape – Ke...2025-07-0454 min
First Friday with Georgetown CountyStorms, Swimming & Celebration: Summer Begins in Georgetown County Episode Description:
In the June episode of First Friday with Georgetown County, we dive into important summer updates and celebrations happening across the county:
️ Hurricane Season Preparedness – Emergency Services Director Brandon Ellis shares what residents need to know to prepare for the 2025 hurricane season and how the county is planning ahead.
Mobile Pools & Splash Pad Fun – Parks & Recreation Director Beth Goodale introduces the county’s new mobile pool program, bringing swim lessons to rural areas, and talks about the brand new splash pad in Choppee.
Juneteenth at the Library – Jo’Vonna Davis of the...2025-06-0622 minFirst Friday with Georgetown CountyTaxes, Tactics & Track: May Updates from Georgetown County Episode Description:
In this episode of First Friday with Georgetown County, we spotlight three timely topics shaping life in our community this May:
Capital Project Sales Tax Begins – Administrative Services Director Walt Ackerman explains how the 1% Capital Project Sales Tax, which went into effect May 1, will support critical infrastructure and community improvements across Georgetown County.
Mosquito Season Kicks Off – Roban Mears of the Georgetown County Mosquito Control Division shares what residents can expect as the county begins its seasonal spraying operations and how the public can help reduce mosquito breeding grounds.
Anthu...2025-05-0232 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 72: Behind the Curtain: U.S. Counterterrorism Policy, October 7th, and the Future Threat LandscapeThe terrorism threat landscape is an extremely complex phenomenon that evolves on a daily basis. In turn, appropriate solutions and countermeasures are also subject to change. Peyton Taylor (SSP’25) hosts Professor Christopher P. Costa, U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) to discuss the broad terrorism landscape that the world faces currently. Costa shares creative and timely insights into subjects such as U.S. counter-terrorism policy, the events leading up to the October 7th attack, what role hostage taking has had in the war between Israel and Hamas, as well as the long-term implications the war could have. 2025-02-0432 min
37th & The World37th & The World: The Growing Threat of Technology–Facilitated Gender–Based Violence (TFGBV)As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard, a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS).In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen, previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, and Security.Contact Us! Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head...2024-11-2531 min37th & The World37th & The World: The Growing Threat of Technology–Facilitated Gender–Based Violence (TFGBV)As the digital landscape evolves, the "growing threat and consequences of technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) must be addressed by those working to advance the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda," argues Kristine Bekgaard, a Research Fellow at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWIPS).In this episode, GJIA sits down with Kristine Baekgaard and Joshua Allen, previously a research fellow at GIWIPS, to discuss this emerging issue in Women, Peace, and Security.Contact Us! Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head...2024-11-0631 min37th & The World37th & The World: Women, Faith, and Peace Solutions in the Middle East and EurasiaThe role of women and religion in helping resolve geopolitical turmoil in the Middle East and Eurasia can be an integral factor. As scholars like Dr. Kadayifci-Orellana have studied, peaceful interpretations of religion can be interpreted into resolution solutions. Women, too, play an important part role in these regions, but often need the help of non-profit organizations. GJIA sits down with Dr. S. Ayse Kadayifci-Orellana, an affiliate researcher at the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security, to discuss the potential role of religion and women in these regions.Contact Us! Support the...2024-06-2630 min37th & The World37th & The World: Inside the Russia-Ukraine WarIn this episode, GJIA sits down with Dr. Lise Howard to delve into the Russia-Ukraine war, which erupted on February 24, 2022, when Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war marked a severe escalation of tensions dating back to Russia's 2014 annexation of Crimea and support for eastern Ukrainian separatists. Dr. Howard is a Government and Foreign Service Professor at Georgetown University and President of the Academic Council on the UN System (ACUNS). Her recent book, Power in Peacekeeping, (Cambridge University Press 2019) won the 2021 ISSS Book Award from the International Studies Association. Contact Us! Sup...2024-05-2931 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Jamaica to Georgetown: Ramon's Journey to Pursue Real Estate and Making an ImpactIn this episode of African Voices, we chat with Ramon, a Jamaican student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business.
Ramon shares his experiences growing up in Jamaica, attending the prestigious Campion College, and working in finance before deciding to pursue an MBA in the United States. He discusses the challenges and rewards of the MBA application process, the rigors of the academic program, and his internship experience in real estate in New York City.
Ramon also shares his long-term career aspirations to own and operate a portfolio of assets, become a leader in his...2024-05-1031 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Zimbabwe to Georgetown: Anesu's Journey of Faith, Perseverance, and PurposeIn this heartfelt episode of African Voices, we sit down with Anesu, a Zimbabwean student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, to discuss his inspiring journey from Africa to the United States. Anesu shares his story of growing up in Zimbabwe and Kenya, the challenges he faced in pursuing his dream of studying in America, and the unwavering faith and perseverance that carried him through.
He opens up about his decision to pivot from a pre-law track to a Master's in Management, the valuable lessons he's learned at Georgetown, and his aspirations to...2024-05-1046 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesNavigating the Path to Impact Investing: Maya's Journey from South Africa to GeorgetownIn this episode of African Voices, we sit down with Maya, a student at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, to discuss her unique journey from South Africa to pursuing a Masters of Science in Environment and Sustainability Management.
Maya shares her experiences working in the male-dominated private equity industry in South Africa, and how she founded a network called Womvest to support women investing in women-led businesses.
She also discusses her decision to pursue a specialized graduate degree to pivot towards becoming an impact investment professional, and the importance of being intentional and strategic...2024-04-2630 min
The GABA Podcast | African VoicesFrom Springfield to Georgetown: Kilandra's Journey of Personal Growth and Community BuildingIn this inspiring episode of African Voices, we sit down with Kilandra Bass, a second-year MBA student at Georgetown University. Kilandra shares her journey from Springfield, Massachusetts, to pursuing her dreams in the world of business.
She discusses her diverse professional background, from working as a janitor at Six Flags to her experiences in finance and the fashion industry at Ralph Lauren. Kilandra opens up about her decision to pursue an MBA, the impact her mother's education had on her family, and her determination to make the most of her time at Georgetown.
She also...2024-04-2626 min37th & The World37th & The World: What happened to America's pandas?Earlier this month, thousands of visitors flocked to Washington's National Zoo and watched as the famed three giant pandas left DC on a plane back to Beijing. How has this affected US-China relations, and what does the recent APEC summit mean for future US-China diplomacy? 37th & The World sits down with Dennis Wilder, a former senior American intelligence official currently serving as a professor of practice at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and a senior fellow of Georgetown's Initiative for US-China Dialogue on Global Issues. He is also a member of the National Committee on US-China...2023-11-2914 min
Awaken IndyEp. #44 w/ Andrew and Rick Montieth: Celebrating 50 Years!This is episode #44 of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week, we have Andrew and Rick Montieth on the show. Andrew and Rick join us today to celebrate Georgetown Market's 50th anniversary. Today's episode will cover:The history of Georgetown Market and the Indiana community.What inspired Rick to move the store. Changes that have taken place during the CBD craze and pandemic. Where Andrew sees the future of the store going. The perks, struggles, and funny experiences of being a small business. Amazing stories from community. What you may or may not know about Georgetown Market.How to come...2023-11-011h 13The Precision-Guided PodcastSSP Weekly: Episode 2 - Drama in the House and Trouble in the BalkansWelcome back to SSP Weekly: a new format from Georgetown University’s Precision-Guided Podcast! This week, hosts Miriam Pasternak and Gareth Smythe follow up on the updates since last episode's government shutdown story, and talk about the ousting of House speaker, Kevin McCarthy. Next, we discuss the recent brewing tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, as a result of a violent attack on Kosovar police officers on September 24th. Our guest for the story is Robert Shala, a fellow graduate student from the Georgetown Security Studies Program, born and raised in what is today the Republic of Kosovo. Enjoy!2023-10-0637 min
Antioch GeorgetownHow to Pray Do you find it hard to pray? In the sermon on the mount, Jesus gives us a perfect template for how to pray. Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/antiochgtxX: https://x.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://instagram.com/antiochgtx 2023-10-0129 minThe Precision-Guided PodcastSSP Weekly: Episode 1 - US Government Shutdown and Poland v. UkraineWelcome to the SSP Weekly: A new format from Georgetown University’s Precision-Guided Podcast, in which our two hosts, Miriam Pasternak and Gareth Smythe, dissect security and foreign policy stories from the week. This week, we are talking about the possibility of a US Government shutdown and its impact on national security, and the Polish-Ukrainian dispute over weapons and grain supplies. Our first guest is Christian Trotti, Associate Editor for Defense at GSSR. Our second guest, Kamil Lungu, is a graduate student in the German and European Studies Program at Georgetown. Kamil focuses on transatlantic trade, agriculture and energy policy...2023-09-2938 minAntioch GeorgetownHow to Give Did you know Jesus gave a warning when it comes to generosity? Is there really a wrong way to give? Let’s see what Jesus has to say about how to give!Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/antiochgtxX: https://x.com/antiochgtxIn...2023-09-2422 min
Antioch GeorgetownLove Your Enemies Why did Jesus tell us to love our enemies? What’s really the point? Let’s find out together as we conclude the series Raising the Bar.Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/antiochgtxX: https://x.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://instagram.com/antiochgtx 2023-09-1734 minAntioch GeorgetownGo the Second Mile Continuing our “Raising the Bar” series, we’re talking about what it truly means to “go the extra mile.”Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/antiochgtxX: https://x.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://instagram.com/antiochgtx 2023-09-1030 minAntioch GeorgetownOath/Truth Jesus said “let your ‘yes’ be ‘yes’ and your ‘no’ be ‘no’—what does that mean for us today? What kind of honesty does Jesus call us to have?Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/antiochgtxTwitter: https://x.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://instagram.com/antiochgtx 2023-09-0328 minAntioch GeorgetownRaising the Bar on Adultery Is marriage a contract or covenant? What’s the difference? God has a design for marriage.Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/antiochgtx/Twitter: https://twitter.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/antiochgtx/ 2023-08-2735 minAntioch GeorgetownRaising the Bar on Anger What’s the big deal with anger? Jesus gives a stern warning about anger in the sermon on the mount. Let’s see what’s it’s all about! #AGTX #sermononthemount #georgetowntxWelcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/antiochgtx/Twitter: https://twitter.com/antiochgtxInstagr...2023-08-2033 minAntioch GeorgetownChrist Fulfilled the Law In the sermon on the mount, Jesus raised the bar remarkably high. Do you have what it takes to live up to the high standard? Pastor Andy shares the purpose of God’s laws, and how you can respond to them.Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/an...2023-08-1329 min
Antioch GeorgetownSalt and Light Salt/Light. You are called to have influence and impact. Today, Pastor Andy shares a few ways we can be salt and light together! #sermononthemount #AGTXWelcome to Antioch Georgetown! We are a church in Georgetown, TX and our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.com/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/antiochgtxTwitter: https://twitter.com/antiochgtxInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/antiochgtx2023-08-0634 min
Antioch GeorgetownBlessed are the Pure in Heart We all want to see God, but how could we that #blessed? Today we’re going to look at purity and how we should move from seeking loopholes and give God our heart. #AGTX #georgetowntxWelcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX and our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/antiochgtxTwitter: https://tw...2023-07-1627 minAntioch GeorgetownBlessed are the Merciful God is merciful. It’s who He is! And there’s a special blessing for those who show mercy. Let’s discover what it is!Welcome to Antioch Georgetown!We are a church in Georgetown, TX and our mission is simple--Leading people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:Our App: https://antiochgt.com/appWebsite: https://antiochgt.comFacebook: https://http://http://http://www.facebook.com/antiochgtxTwitter: https://twitter.com/antiochgtxInstagram: https://http...2023-07-0931 min
Awaken IndyEp. #35 Solocast w/ Host Aron McNicholas: Holistic First Aid, Preparing Your Medicine Cabinet, Benefits of Ozone and DMSOThis is episode #35 of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week, Aron will be doing a solocast on Holistic First Aid. Aron is a Functional Medicine Practitioner & Herbalist. This material is a copy from his class presented at Georgetown Market. In this episode, Aron covers:How to assess a trauma scenario.What remedies to start with and scale of interventions.Benefits of nutritives.Holistic interventions for respiratory, cardiovascular, and physical complaints.How to use DMSO.Ozone and its use in viral infections. And much more!If interested in connecting with events at Georgetown Market, please visit https://georgetownmarket.co...2023-06-251h 0837th & The World37th & The World: Exploring Southern UrbanismsIn international relations, cities occupy a rich focal point of migration, economic activities, and other distinctive urbanized social formations. The work of Professor AbdouMaliqu Simone asks us to reposition questions of urban studies through the centering of “Southern Urbanisms,” the everyday ways of living for residents who inhabit cities located in the Global South. In this interview GJIA sat down with Professor Simone to discuss the significance of Southern Urbanisms and how this paradigm can transform how we view social life in cities.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To r...2023-05-2228 min37th & The World37th & The World: Workers' Struggle in China and BeyondBeginning in November 2022, China faced massive demonstrations contesting its strict zero-COVID policies, which left many citizens constrained within their homes and short of necessary materials. Multiple protests erupted in response to conditions faced by China's workforce, including violent clashes in Zhengzhou against authority figures at the world's largest iPhone factory. In this interview, GJIA sat down with Dr. Eli Friedman, an Associate Professor at Cornell University, to discuss the context and ramifications of these protests as well as broader insights about the state of Chinese labor and its relation to the broader world.Contact Us!...2023-05-0829 min37th & The World37th & The World: Decoding Economic DiplomacyInternational economic institutions such as the International Monetery Fund and the World Bank are fraught with controversy in large part due to interventionalist policies that less wealthy states claim undermine their sovereignty. Jamie Martin, Assistant Professor at Harvard University, intervenes with a unique historical perspective into this debate with his recent book The Meddlers: Sovereignty, Empire, and the Birth of Global Economic Governance, which focuses on how international efforts to sway global capitalism emerged from elite political struggles and cooperation in the United States and Europe after World War I. In this interview, GJIA questions Martin on his book...2023-04-2422 min
Awaken IndyEp. #30 w/ The Hosts: Understanding and Interpreting Functional Lab Work Part 2This is episode #30 of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week, Dr. Lauren and I will be continuing our focus on lab work. Today's focus will be on cholesterol and thyroid panels. Using functional medicine parameters to interpreting these labs can allow for higher standards. That paired with a root cause approach hopefully aids others in addressing common concerns. In today's episode, Dr. Lauren and I will cover:The confusion around cholesterol.Detrimental effects of statins. Why particle size is important concerning cholesterol. How studies are manipulative to have different interpretations. The 9 different things to look for on a thyr...2023-04-132h 0337th & The World37th & The World: Understanding the Kafala Migrant Labor SystemAs the eyes of the globe shifted towards Qatar during the 2022 World Cup, media reports focused on the working conditions and deaths of migrant workers building Qatar’s infrastructure and in the Middle East at large. Indeed, throughout Jordan, Lebanon, and all the Gulf Arab states, a system for migrant labor called kafala has been in place for decades. Under this system, states give employers sponsorship permits to bring in foreign workers, which bind workers to their employers and allow for exploitation. To explore the persistence of the kafala problem and analyze the possible avenues for lasting reform, GJIA si...2023-04-1059 min37th & The WorldFormer Assistant Secretary of State David Schenker on Decoding The US Response to Iran’s Protests Amid An Unsettled Middle EastIran has captured the international spotlight in recent weeks, as Iranian citizens are undertaking mass demonstrations following the detainment and killing of 22 year-old Mahsa Amini by Iran’s “morality police” for wearing an inappropriate head covering. As the Iranian people’s popular unrest mounts, so too does the regime’s repression – with Iranian police killing hundreds of protestors since the uprising’s outset. Amidst an already tenuous Middle Eastern landscape, the Former Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs David Schenker joins GJIA to discuss how the United States should navigate these protests and the regime’s brutal crackdown.2023-03-2726 min
Awaken IndyEp. #28 w/ The Hosts: Understanding and Interpreting Functional Lab WorkThis is episode #28 of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week, Dr. Lauren and I will be breaking down common lab work. This is the first of many episodes that will hopefully offer clarity and a holistic lens to lab work interpretation. In today's episode, Dr. Lauren and I will cover:What are functional ranges for lab assessment.Why the blood is a hologram. Why to order a CBC w/ differential. Confusion around iron and anemia. Dietary, herbal, and supplemental recommendations. How heavy metals and environmental toxins can influence lab values. And much more!If you're interested in conne...2023-03-241h 1237th & The WorldDr. Kelly McFarland on Confronting Global Food InsecurityFood insecurity is one of the most daunting global issues: approximately 1 billion people are risk of malnourishment across the world. In 2021, the New Global Commons Working Group at Georgetown University’s Institute for the Study of Diplomacy (ISD) put together Peace Through Food: Ending the Hunger-Instability Nexus, a report that synthesizes analyses of food scarcity and political instability in order to guide policymakers. In an interview with Kelly McFarland, Director of Programs and Research at the ISD, GJIA discusses the gravity of this crisis and the implications of the working group’s report for the leadership of nation-states and inter...2023-03-1324 min
37th & The WorldHaris Durrani on Muslimness, Orientalism, and Imperialism in "Dune"Art never exists within a vacuum: it is always embedded within a broader historical context and political interpretations. Frank Herbert’s 1965 science-fiction epic Dune, currently in the midst of a two-part film adaption, exemplifies this dynamic. Dune narrates the story of a humanity dispersed across the stars 20,000 years into the future. It focuses on the young nobleman Paul Atreides as he acts upon a prophecy to control the planet Arrakis and its valuable spice—which makes space-travel possible—with the messianic command of Arrakis’ indigenous Fremen people. Far more than a pulpy adventure tale, Herbert incorporated environmental science, history, religiou...2023-02-2732 min
37th & The WorldDr. Adom Getachew on Anticolonial Worldmaking of the Past and PresentThe decolonization that spanned across the 20th century dramatically reshaped our world, but what often escapes common knowledge about this period is that anticolonial intellectuals and statesmen did not only envision decolonization as a campaign for national sovereignty but as an effort to fundamentally counter global hierarchies of material wealth and race. Adom Getachew narrates these transcontinental efforts of Pan-African leaders in her 2019 book Worldmaking after Empire: The Rise and Fall of Self-Determination. In this interview, GJIA explores the historical insights of her book as well as how contemporary projects for worldmaking can learn from the past century. We ad...2023-02-1322 min
37th & The WorldDr. Alexander Barder on Global Racial Hierarchization and International RelationsOnly within recent years has race become a common analytical framework within mainstream international relations (IR) theory. Alexander Barder argues in his book Global Race War that the dominant paradigms of international relations are rooted in historical racial hierarchies and power relations. GJIA discusses the implications of this theory for not only political hotspots, but also for International Relations courses as microcosms of imperial ideology.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up...2023-01-3046 min
37th & The WorldUN Special Rapporteur Fabian Salvioli on UN Redress for Kenyan Land Dispossession Under British ColonizationSince 2019, Kenyans from the Kipsigis and Talai people have sought reparative compensation for their evictions enforced by the British military in favor of white settler-owned tea plantations across decades of colonial rule. In 2021, Fabian Salvioli, the UN Special Rapporteur on the promotion of truth, justice, reparations, and guarantees of non-recurrence, issued three reports that backed Kipsigis and Talai demands to rectify their historical claims of land dispossession during the colonial era. In an interview with Mr. Salvioli, the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs contextualizes this reparative controversy within broader questions of UN-backed transitional justice and the legacies of colonialism.2023-01-1715 min
The ConsensusMike Pence's VisitMike Pence's speech at Georgetown was a controversial event on campus. There were a range of viewpoints, from more conservative students who were thrilled to have their views represented on campus, to those on the left who felt some of the former VP's views should have been disqualifying in having him visit. I sat down with Georgetown student Victoria Davis to get her thoughts, as our discussion covered everything from the specifics of Pence's visit to broader concerns about speech and political diversity at Georgetown.2023-01-0834 min
37th & The WorldDr. Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò on The Constructive View of Reparations and Global JusticeReparations for large-scale atrocities such as slavery and colonialism have increasingly developed as a political demand for populations descended from historically harmed groups. The Georgetown Journal of International Affairs sat down with Olufemi Taiwo, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Georgetown University, to discuss his novel approach to reparations that stresses a global, material, and progressive outlook: the constructive view of reparations.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.2022-11-3015 min
Seeking PeaceLeaders and AlliesIn the final episode of the season, we bring you a fascinating conversation between Major General Maureen O’Brien, the Deputy Military Adviser in the United Nations Office of Military Affairs, Department of Peace Operations and Dr. Robert Egnell, a senior fellow with the Security Studies Program and the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security. General O’Brien’s extensive career began over forty years ago when she joined the Irish Defense Forces as one of only six women at the time. The two of them discuss her position as a pioneer throughout her career, the challenges women still...2022-11-2125 min
Awaken IndyEp. #17 w/ Rick Montieth: Georgetown Beginnings, Cancer Therapies, CBD, and Mineral Dysregulation.Welcome to episode #17 of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week, we have our captain and commander Rick Montieth on the show. Rick has been the back bone of Georgetown since it was born in 1973. He has a wealth of knowledge given his vast experience in the health industry. Today's episode will cover:The history of Georgetown Market.Effects of social media.CBD.How the world has changed the past few years.Cancer therapies.Brown's gas.Nano silver and how to make it.Iron toxicity and copper.And much more!If you enjoyed Rick's message...2022-11-142h 01
37th & The WorldSouthern Poverty Law Center Executive Director Margaret Huang on Confronting the History of Anti-Asian Hate and White Supremacy in the United States and AbroadThe Georgetown Journal of International Affairs sits down with Margaret Huang, the Executive Director of the Southern Poverty Law Center, to discuss the recent rising proliferation of white nationalist extremism.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 2022-10-3020 minAwaken IndyEp. #6 Awaken Indy Update: Medicines from the Earth, Unschooling, and Mushrooms.Welcome to another episode of The Awaken Indy Podcast. This week's episode is an update on things Lauren and Aron have recently learned. This episode covers:Insights from Medicine's of the Earth Symposium.Medicinal mushrooms. Herbs and supplements for addiction withdrawal.Foraging and time in nature. Daily habits. Unschooling and raising kids. We appreciate you tuning into this week's episode. If you haven't been by Georgetown Market yet, please visit us https://georgetownmarket.com/. Georgetown is one of the best spots for healthy produce, supplements, and herbs. We ask that if you enjoyed today's show, please like, shar...2022-07-261h 24
Awaken IndyEp. #4 w/ Dr. Lauren: Pitfalls of the Profession and Functional Lab WorkDr. Lauren is not only the co-host to Awaken Indy, but a wonderful health care practitioner in the community. Her family's store, Georgetown Market, has loyally been serving the community the best health food has to offer. Today's episode will focus on:Georgetown Market and its establishment. Navigating the world of functional medicine. Common additives in supplements.What it's like starting her own supplement line. Blood, saliva, and GI lab tests.Common mistakes and interpreting lab tests. Top recommendations for health. If you're interested in connecting with Lauren, feel free to contact her through her website https://drben...2022-07-0456 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 24: Decolonizing International AffairsJoin host Juan Carlos Solano for a discussion with Katie Nodjimbadem and Sofia Deak, founders of Georgetown University’s Decolonizing International Affairs student groups.
In this episode, our guests discuss the group’s focus on the colonial legacy present in international affairs theory and practice and their efforts to provide a space for students interested in learning from a variety of diverse global perspectives.
Students interested in learning more can email Katie (kn515@georgetown.edu) and Sofia (smd307@georgetown.edu) for more information.2022-05-2821 min37th & The WorldGJIA X YJIA Panel: "Contemporary Threats to the Global Supply Chain"In this special episode of "37th and the World," GJIA hosted a panel on April 6th with the Yale Journal of International Affairs (YJIA) titled "Contemporary Threats to the Global Supply Chain." We were joined by three guests: Sarah Morgan (Senior Government Relations Officer at the International Labor Organization), Levent Altinoglu (Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Board of Governors), and Jared Webber (Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company Manufacturing and Supply Chain).Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.2022-05-0259 min
37th & The WorldMichael Kugelman on Pakistan’s Foreign PolicyGeorgetown Journal of International Affairs sits down with Mr. Michael Kugelman, the Deputy Director of the South Asia Program at the Wilson Center, to discuss Pakistan’s foreign policy as a rising power in the South Asian region.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter 2022-04-1329 min
37th & The WorldJill Dougherty on The Implications of Russia’s Policies with Eastern Europe, China, and AfghanistanIn the wake of tensions in Ukraine, the migrant crisis in Belarus, and potential sanctions on Nord Stream 2, the world is speculating how Russia’s regional policies will impact the United States’ security and diplomacy. Professor Jill Dougherty, former CNN Moscow Bureau Chief and current CNN Foreign Affairs Correspondent, joins GJIA to discuss the implications of Russian strategy in Eastern Europe and Asia. Read an edited transcription of the interview here and here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia...2022-03-2837 min
37th & The WorldNick Lokker on "Toward a Geostrategic Europe?" at the Transatlantic Policy SymposiumThe ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine is the most recent event out of a series of crises that have challenged European foreign affairs and geopolitical cohesion. This issue is at the core of the theme of the Transatlantic Policy Symposium (TAPS), “Toward a Geostrategic Europe?” In anticipation of TAPS, a graduate student-run conference at Georgetown University’s BMW Center for German and European Studies, I asked one of the symposium co-chairs, Nick Lokker, about the content and anticipated events at the conference to be held on Friday, March 18th. More information about the event is available here.2022-03-1422 min
37th & The WorldDr. Alicia Garcia-Herrero on How China is Combating Economic Deceleration Through DevelopmentRelations between China and western nations have been strained for centuries, and both sides have sought out various models of economic interdependence. As China reaches a new, challenging stage in its economic development, Dr. Alicia Garcia Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia-Pacific at the French investment bank Natixis, discusses the motives behind China’s economic policy. Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up to date with mo...2022-03-0723 min
The Business of ImpactSustaining Economies by Embracing SustainabilityOn the latest episode of Business of Impact, David Lange, MBA student and program manager of the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Initiative, interviews Dean Paul Almeida, dean of Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business and chair of William R. Berkley.The two discussed trends in corporate social responsibility and environmental, social, and governance at large. They also dive deep into how Georgetown and its various programs like Business for Impact look at entrepreneurship and innovation through the lens of also embracing the common good and our common home.Dean Almeida di...2022-02-2329 min
37th & The WorldDr. Lawrence Gostin on the US Role in Global Vaccine DistributionIn light of the alarming surge of Covid-19 infections in India, pressure has mounted on developed nations to improve equity in global vaccine distribution. Professor Lawrence Gostin, Director of the O’Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law at Georgetown University, joins GJIA to discuss how the United States can improve global vaccine distribution, including the recent Biden administration decision to support intellectual property waivers for vaccines.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international af...2022-02-2116 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 18: Director's DebutThere’s no better way to kick off the GSSR podcast’s third season than with the Georgetown Center for Security Studies and Security Studies Program’s very own Director Dr. Keir Lieber!
In this episode he will dive into the value the Security Studies Program (SSP) places on the “inextricable link between theory and policy,” a phrase SSP students have all heard and perhaps even adopted into their own vernacular. Dr. Lieber also addresses some of the greatest looming national security challenges, including nuclear deterrence and competition with China. He concludes the episode discussing the focus of educatio...2021-10-1240 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 13 - October 9, 2021In this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast, we have several updates for you including:
🦟 Mosquito Trap Tests Positive for West Nile in Georgetown
🐶 Garey's Big Dog Bunkhouse Opens Its Doors to Full House at Living Grace Canine Ranch
🐾 Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Takes in 150 Animals in Seven Days, Needs Foster and Adoption Assistance
🎓 Southwestern President Trombley to be Inaugurated October 15
🏴☠️ Southwestern University Announces Homecoming Schedule
🎟️ Don't Tell Comedy to Host Show in Georgetown October 21
🎃 Halloween and Pumpkin Patch Guides
You can read all these stories and more at www.hellogeorgetown.com - thanks for listening!2021-10-0910 min
McDonough TalksMcDonough Talks | A Dual Degree Experience at GeorgetownJoey Gonzales, a dual-degree, SFS – International Relations and MBA student, joins the podcast to share his perspective on his Georgetown experience. Joey graduated from West Point, and he has a passion for serving others. After leaving West Point, he served as a Field Artillery Officer in the US Army in Operation Inherent Resolve in Syria and Operation Atlantic Resolve in the Baltics, supporting the fight against ISIS and deterrence in Eastern Europe.At Georgetown, his focus is on private-sector development and developing country economic policy to create better business and entrepreneurial opportunities in developing regions. Joey also se...2021-09-2343 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 11 - September 4, 2021On this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast:
🎨 City of Georgetown Arts and Culture Gears Up for Inaugural Autumn Art Stroll
🎹 New Recital Series Coming to Georgetown
🎓 Southwestern Rolls Out New Scholarship Program
🐾 Living Grace Canine Ranch Offers Temporary Shelter and Aid to Pets Impacted by Hurricane Ida
⭐ Hello Georgetown Launches New Local Deals Club
📣 Poppy Pop Up: New Businesses Coming to Georgetown!
Read all these stories and more at hellogeorgetown.com, and if you like The Poppy Podcast, be sure to tell a fr...2021-09-0406 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 10 - August 28. 2021In this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast:
🔨 City of Georgetown Labor Day Closings
☀️ Wolf Ranch Town Center Bids Farewell to Summer with Beat the Heat: Bubble Bash Event
🍽️ Chat & Chew Goes Virtual at The Caring Place September 15th
👻 Exceptional Georgetown Alliance Announces Details for 2021 Boo Run 5K
🏠 Georgetown Beard Club Works With Community to Help Local Family
You can find all these stories and more on our website, hellogeorgetown.com - thanks for listening!
2021-08-2805 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 9 - August 21, 2021Welcome to The Poppy Podcast where we bring you the latest community news, business updates and events happening in Georgetown, Texas all brought to you by Hello Georgetown!
In this week's episode:
🗳️ Candidates Set for Nov. 2 Election
🏆 Winners of Texas Society of Sculptors 13th Annual Summer Show Named
📚 Georgetown Public Library Returns to Normal Operating Hours
🐶 Registration Open for Annual K-9 Kerplunk
🎓 Southern Living Magazine Names Georgetown One of “The South’s Best College Towns”
🦉 All Things Wild Rehabilitation Welcomes New Education Ambassador
📢 Poppy Pop-Up: New Businesses...2021-08-2106 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 8 - August 14, 2021In this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast:
🌳 Public Invited to Hear Georgetown Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey Results
🗳️ City Council Calls City Charter Amendments Election for Nov. 2
🏫 Georgetown ISD Board Calls for November Bond Election
🚌 Watch School Zones as Classes Start on Aug. 19
🎓 Southwestern University Rolls Out New Athletics Brand
📢 Poppy Pop-Up: New Businesses in Georgetown, Texas!
You can read about all of these stories and more at hellogeorgetown.com - thanks for listening!
2021-08-1408 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 7 - August 7, 2021It's time for another episode of The Poppy Podcast where we bring you the latest community news, business updates and events happening in Georgetown, Texas, all brought to you by Hello Georgetown.
In this week's episode:
🌊 Georgetown Parks and Recreation Announces End of Summer Outdoor Pool Schedule
🥾 Southwestern University President Embarks on 63-Mile Hike for “Find Your Summit” Campaign
🚍 Fixed-Route Bus Service in Georgetown to End Oct. 1, 2021
🎻 Georgetown Arts and Culture Board Awards Grants for 2021 Round II
🏫 Local Businesses and Organizations are Invited to Participate in the GISD Business Fair...2021-08-0707 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 6 - July 31, 2021On this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast, we have the latest updates on:
🥧 Lulu's Pie Shoppe Offering Specialty Pies at The Golden Rule
📊 City of Georgetown Asks for Feedback on Next Year's Budget
🗳️ Candidate Filing Period for District 6 Council Seat Opens
🏫 Back to School Guide and Events
🐍 Local Expert Talks Avoiding and Treating Snake Bites
🐾 Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter Asks People to Adopt, Foster and Rescue to Relieve Overcapacity
📢 Poppy Pop-Up: New Businesses in Georgetown, Texas!
All these stories and more are available at h...2021-07-3110 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 5 - July 24, 2021On this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast, we have the latest updates on:
🛒 When Is Costco Coming to Georgetown?
🎟️ Pop-Up Comedy Show, "Don't Tell Comedy," Making a Stop in Georgetown
🚓 Officer Jolly Retires from GPD, Will Teach at GISD
💵 Texas Sales Tax Free Weekend Coming Up
📢 Poppy Pop-Up: New Businesses in Georgetown, Texas!
All these stories and more are available at hellogeorgetown.com - thanks for listening!2021-07-2407 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 4 - July 17, 2021In this week's episode of The Poppy Podcast, host Sydney Decker has several updates for you on the latest happening Georgetown, Texas all brought to you by Hello Georgetown:
📫 Georgetown Parks and Recreation Asks Residents to Complete Master Plan Survey
🎓 Southwestern University Names New Board of Trustees Chair
❤️ The Caring Place Wins $5,500 Donation from H-E-B 55th Anniversary Celebration Contest
🎨 Georgetown Title Company Mural Installation Underway
🎤 Georgetown Rock Band to Produce New Album
📢 Poppy Pop-Up: New Businesses in Georgetown, Texas!
All these stories are just around the corner - you ca...2021-07-1708 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 3 - July 10, 2021It's time for another episode of The Poppy Podcast! Today, your host Sydney Decker brings you the latest news happening Georgetown, Texas - all brought to you by Hello Georgetown. In this week's update:
🌊 Georgetown Recreation Center Indoor Pool to Reopen July 12
🗳️ Council Member Rachael Jonrowe Resigns
✏️ Georgetown ISD Offering New Online Shopping Option for School Supplies
🎨 Art Center Launches Virtual Reality Version of Latest Exhibit
🐾 Local Pet Hospital Under New Ownership
🐱 Library and Animal Shelter Teaming Up for Kitten Adoption Event on July 16
Be sure to check out the...2021-07-1007 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 2 - July 3, 2021It's Independence Day weekend! We also have plenty of community updates, including:
🛒 Aldi in Georgetown
🏠 Georgetown City Council Raising the Homestead Exemption
👩🍳 East View High School Student Named Top Teen Chef in America
📚 Honoring the Life and Legacy of Georgetown Public Library Founder Anna Aiken
Be sure to check out these stories and more, plus our Independence Day Guide at hellogeorgetown.com!2021-07-0204 min
The Poppy PodcastEpisode 1 - June 27, 2021Our inaugural episode of The Poppy Podcast and this week we have some exciting updates in the Georgetown, Texas community including:
🍽️ New restaurants in Georgetown!
🏠 Georgetown City Council working to raise the homestead exemption
📚 GISD has announced some campus leadership changes
🎆 The latest details on Independence Day events and activities you won’t want to miss
All these updates and more brought to you by Hello Georgetown, your source for community news, business updates and stories happening in Georgetown, Texas.2021-06-2705 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 17: Seventy Tons of Steel and Sex AppealIn Episode 17, Josh O'Day is joined by co-host Josh Chang as the two take to the air to interview Colonel Michael Sullivan, Ph.D., an adjunct professor in the Security Studies Program at Georgetown University. He teaches SEST 501 - Strategy, Policy, and Military Operations, which is one of the two core courses that first year students are required to take. Colonel Sullivan is in his 27th year as an Active duty Army officer, having deployed to Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. In the episode, Josh and Josh discuss Colonel Sullivan's military career, training foreign military personnel, and how he hopes...2021-05-1236 min
37th & The WorldAlice Hill: Resilience Is Key to Resist Climate ChangeAs the conversation around climate change progresses, climate resilience has slowly gained attention as a necessary component to mitigating climate change’s worst effects. GJIA sat down with Alice Hill, former special assistant to President Barack Obama and current senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, to discuss climate resilience and its often overlooked significance in the conversation around climate change.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gj...2021-05-0521 min
The Precision-Guided PodcastEpisode 16: A Sailor's Journey from Service to ScholarshipIn Episode 16, Josh Chang is joined by co-host Josh O'Day as the two take to the air to interview Donald Small, a student originally from Atlanta who is now in the Security Studies Program at Georgetown University. Donald graduated in 2014 with a BA in Biology and French from Valdosta State University. After graduation he volunteered with the Peace Corps in Guinea, West Africa as an Education Volunteer and taught chemistry to middle school-aged children until being evacuated due to Ebola virus cases in the region. In December of 2014, he enlisted in the US Navy as a technician and operator...2021-04-2633 min
37th & The WorldDr. Daniel Byman on Addressing White SupremacyAs the United States grapples with the aftermath of the Capitol riots, Dr. Daniel Byman, Professor at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, joined GJIA on February 22nd, 2021 to break down the drivers of the growing white supremacy movement, its increasingly globalized nature, and how the United States and its allies should respond.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up to date with more...2021-03-2214 min
37th & The WorldDr. Charles Schmitz on the Yemeni Civil War’s Past, Present, and FutureWhile the Yemeni Civil War war has continued since 2015, the Yemeni people have suffered, creating the world’s largest humanitarian crisis; thousands of civilians have died as a result of the Saudi-led coalition’s airstrike and preventable causes like malnutrition, disease, and poor health. Professor Charles Schmitz joins GJIA to uncover what actions are currently being taken to combat the crisis, the root causes aside from the war that contributed to the economic collapse, and the probability of political negotiations in the future. Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Suppo...2021-03-0238 min
37th & The WorldAmbassador Frank Lavin on Trade with China Under the Biden AdministrationOn November 23, 2020, Ambassador Frank Lavin sat down with GJIA to discuss prospects under a new presidency for ending the three-year old trade war. The conversation lays out obstacles to a “reset” faced by a president with clearer pro-trade leanings, including Beijing’s entrenched belief in the inevitability of its superior long-term economic trajectory and dismissal of American objections as rooted in spite.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.2021-02-2228 minSeeking PeaceJustice for Black MothersIn this episode, we hear about how women like Kenithia Alston are fighting for peace and security for Black lives in America. Ms. Alston’s son, Marqueese, was killed blocks away from the White House by the DC Metropolitan Police in 2018. Ms. Alston has spent the past two years seeking an explanation for her son’s death from the police and the mayor of Washington, and has filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit. She is currently represented by the Civil Rights Clinic at Georgetown University’s Law Center. She says she has faced hurdles to be heard and taken seriou...2021-01-2022 minSeeking PeaceBlack Lives Matter Co-Founder Opal Tometi on the Fight for Racial Justice in the USOpal Tometi co-founded Black Lives Matter alongside activists Alicia Garza and Patrisse Cullors. Time Magazine named her as one of 2020’s 100 most influential people and BBC calls her one of the 100 most inspiring women. In this interview, Opal shares the origins of Black Lives Matter and her hopes for the future of the country under the Biden-Harris administration. She reminds us that human rights violations are not just something that happens abroad: the reality is the concerns are here in the United States. You can learn more about Tometi’s work at www.opaltometi.org.This episode was...2021-01-1324 min
37th & The WorldDr. Jeni Klugman on COVID-19’s Toll on Women and the State of Gender EqualityIn 1995, tens of thousands of activists gathered in Beijing for the Fourth World Conference on Women to develop a framework to advance gender equality. In light of the conference’s 25th anniversary, The Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) published Beijing+25: Accelerating Progress for Women and Girls to reflect and provide a roadmap to advance gender equity. GJIA sat down with Dr. Jeni Klugman, managing director of GIWPS, to discuss the report, including new challenges for women in the era of COVID-19.Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!...2021-01-1120 minSeeking PeaceActor Maitreyi Ramakrishnan on Diversity and Gender EqualityMaitreyi Ramakrishnan is a Tamil-Canadian actor known for her leading role in the Netflix comedy series Never Have I Ever, written by Mindy Kaling. This year she was named Global Celebrated Ambassador by Plan International Canada, to promote gender equality around the globe. In this conversation Maitreyi talks about representing a South Asian teenager on a hit Netflix show, her experience protesting from a young age, and how she is advocating for girls equality as a social media influencer. You can follow Maitreyi’s work at @maitreyiramakrishnan on Instagram or @ramakrishnannn on Twitter.This episode was produced by...2021-01-0619 minSeeking PeaceLa lucha por la paz en ColombiaThis is a Spanish language version of our field story about the struggle for peace in Colombia. Although a peace deal was signed in Colombia in 2016, peace still seems out of reach for many Colombians – especially for human rights defenders. Between January and June 2020, 120 human rights defenders were killed. But Clemencia Carabalí, the founder of the women's cooperative ASOM, is determined to change this by training human rights defenders to make themselves heard and seen. That way, if they are attacked, the culprits will know there are consequences. Hear how Carabalí has been empowering Afro-Colombian women for...2020-12-3025 min
37th & The WorldDr. Hal Singer on How to Best Regulate Big TechAs American and European governments propose new rules to regulate the growing monopoly power of technology giants, Dr. Hal Singer, Managing Director of Econ One, joins GJIA to discuss the future of Big Tech. In this interview, he discusses the effects of monopolization in the digital space and how the government should go about regulating technology firms.Read an edited transcription of the interview here and here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep...2020-12-2125 minSeeking PeaceAmplifying the Forgotten Voices of Yemeni WomenYemen is one of the hardest places in the world to be a woman. Far too frequently, women die in bombings and disappear without a trace. It can be difficult to accurately record their experiences, due to the lack of infrastructure and security. But that doesn’t stop Wameedh Shakir. At significant risk, Wameedh researches and records women’s daily challenges and aspirations, so that the future government of a democratic Yemen – and the international community – have enough data to make informed decisions. In this conversation, she tells us how she amplifies the voices of Yemeni w...2020-12-1617 minSeeking PeaceCelebrating women’s rights with Hillary Clinton and Madeleine AlbrightDecember 10 is International Human Rights Day, an annual commemoration of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. To celebrate how far we’ve come – and examine the work we still have ahead of us – we bring you this conversation between our host Melanne Verveer, and two distinguished former United States secretaries of state: Madeleine Albright and Hillary Rodham Clinton. This conversation was recorded in October, on the 25th anniversary of the landmark speech Secretary Clinton gave at the UN Fourth World Conference on Women that took place in Beijing. There, she famously declared “women’s rights are human righ...2020-12-091h 11
37th & The WorldDr. Ervand Abrahamian on How the US Pushed Iran to the RightGJIA sat down with Dr. Ervand Abrahamian, Distinguished Professor of History at Baruch College and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, on October 25, 2020, to discuss the current direction of Iranian politics and the effects of four years of increased confrontation with Washington. Read an edited transcription of the interview here.Contact Us!Support the show. . .To read more about key trends in international affairs, head to gjia.georgetown.edu.Keep up to date with more from the Georgetown Journal of International Affairs: ...2020-12-0228 minSeeking PeaceNobel Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege on Justice for Survivors of Sexual ViolenceA surgeon and gynecologist, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr. Muwkege has spent over twenty years treating women survivors of rape in the Democratic Republic of Congo and supporting their quest for justice. With a team of doctors and community leaders, Dr. Mukwege runs Panzi Hospital and the Panzi Foundation, which offer physical, psycho-social, economic and legal support to survivors. We talk to Dr. Mukwege about how he offers survivors hope and healing, in spite of continuous death threats and a horrific civil war. Special thanks to Ngofeen Mputubwele who voiced Dr. Mukwege in English, and to the...2020-12-0225 minSeeking PeaceSupermodel Aweng Ade-Chuol Advocates for Refugees’ Mental HealthAweng Ade-Chuol was born in a refugee camp in Kenya and has become a world famous model, recently appearing in the cast of Beyonce’s film, Black is King. In this conversation, she tells us about her memories as a refugee and the importance of mental health care for children who have lived in conflict zones. She also shares her story as a proud member of the LGBT community, highlights from her career, and dreams for her future. You can follow Aweng's work on IG at @AwengChuolThis episode was produced by Laura Ubaté, edi...2020-11-2521 minSeeking PeaceIn Taliban Strongholds, a Woman Stands for PeaceIn Afghanistan, one the most unequal and dangerous countries in the world for women, activist Muqadasa Ahmadzai tells us about how she went from hiding her studies from her family, to becoming one of the country's most well-known social activists and a member of the Youth Parliament. Muqadasa tells us about the network of women activists she leads, their involvement in peace-building activities, and their efforts to support their communities in the face of COVID-19. Special thanks to Mehek Mazhar and Hirra Farooqi for their translation and voiceover work.This episode was produced by our...2020-11-1821 minSeeking PeaceMalala Yousafzai’s Dad on the Importance of Girls’ EducationZiauddin Yousafzai is known around the world for being the father of Nobel Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai. He’s a Pakistani educator and has been advocating for girls education for decades. After Malala survived a Taliban attack for her own activism, Ziauddin joined her in creating the Malala Fund for girls education. He’s also a United Nations Special Advisor on Global Education.In this conversation, Ziauddin speaks about how he has supported Malala throughout her life and men’s role in promoting gender equality.You can find more information about the Malala...2020-11-1123 min
Voice of Deliverance517 You Were Born For God's Special MissionFifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-1915 minVoice of Deliverance516-2 It's Time To Love One Another Part 2Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-1815 minVoice of Deliverance516-1 It's Time To Love One Another Part 1Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-1714 minVoice of Deliverance515-2 Look At How Much He Loves Us Part 2Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-1614 minVoice of Deliverance515-1 Look At How Much He Loves Us Part 1Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-1515 minVoice of Deliverance508 The Fight Is On! 2 Cor 10:3-5Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-0815 minVoice of Deliverance507 - Your Giving Will Be Rewarded! Part 2 2 Cor 9:6-11Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-0814 minVoice of Deliverance507 - Your Giving Will Be Rewarded! Part 1 2 Cor 9:6-11Fifteen minutes of God's Inspired Word each weekday morning will equip you for success in God's Kingdom!
Sermon by Bishop John Smith, Jr. of Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown, SC.
ALSO - watch our LIVE broadcast each Sunday at 11 am on Facebook - Greater Bible Way Church of Georgetown2020-06-0815 min