S.4 EP.5: The new age of great power competition: Deals and dominance:
The rules-based international order is under unprecedented stress. From escalating hostilities in the Middle East to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, the global balance of power is shifting. But are we simply heading toward intensified great power competition, or toward something else entirely?We’re joined by Ionela Maria Ciolan, Research Officer in Foreign Policy, Security and Defence at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies, to unpack the rise of transactional geopolitics, the decline of multilateralism, and the blurred lines between competition and cooperation.RecommendationsCan Democracy survive the 21st Century(00:00) - Introduction (03:48) - Great power competition today(20:41) - The Axis of Upheaval (36:30) - The Fractured West – Strategic Drift and the Future of NATO
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S.4 EP.4. Journalism: Can truth survive the age of digitalisation?
As journalism faces mounting challenges, from political pressure and economic constraints to the rise of social media and public distrust, we explore its future and its role in global affairs. Joining us are John Holland , a veteran journalist who reported for CBS News and CNBC, and Andreas Grassl, a prominent digital creator reporting on international politics. Together, we reflect on the evolution of journalism and what it will take to safeguard truth in a rapidly changing media landscape.Explore John Holland’s work in public speaking and media consulting and make sure to follow Andreas Grassl on your favourite social media platform.Recommendations-Can democracy survive the 21st Century? -Grassl & Matei (Politics and IR in German) (00:00) - Introduction(04:15) - A brief history of contemporary journalism(16:05) - The rise of digital media & its dangers(50:38) - The future of quality journalism
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S.4 EP. 3: Can democracy survive the 21st century?
In an age of rising autocrats and weakened institutions, democracy faces its toughest test yet. In this episode, we speak with Luis V. Villaherrera, founder of TRACODA, an organisation dedicated to transparency, democracy, and the rule of law to explore what happens when institutions bend and leaders break the rules.Recommendations-The future of information warfare-The great global democratic fatigue (spanish)(00:00) - Introduction(04:05) - Democratic erosion: from El Salvador to Turkey(22:15) - Digital Dictatorships: Technology as a double-edged sword
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S.4 EP.2: The geopolitics of Pakistan
🇵🇰 With 240 million inhabitants, 1 million troops and nuclear weapons, Pakistan is a geopolitical heavyweight. Yet, its fate is rarely a prominent topic in international media. But beneath the surface lies a nation shaping the future of South Asia - and beyond. In this episode, we talk with Calvin Nixon, to unpack Pakistan’s foreign policy, its role in South Asia, and the key dynamics shaping its future.Recommendations Modi’s India China & Russia: An axis to rule the world? Geopolitical Outlook 2025(00:00) - Introduction(01:26) - Historical context & Pakistan’s domestic politics (17:01) - Pakistan’s role in the great power competition: West vs East(26:52) - Road ahead & conclusions
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S.4 EP. 1: Geopolitical Outlook 2025
In this episode, we dive into the events, challenges, and evolving geopolitical trends that will define 2025. From forecasting winners and losers to spotlighting key countries, elections, and conflicts to watch for.
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(00:00) - Introduction
(02:33) - Winner, Loser & Disruptor of the year
(35:53) - Elections, Countries & Conflicts to watch for
Who runs the world? At Warrior Diplomacy we seek to uncover this question as we analyze the globe’s powerful actors. We uncover how they assert and maneuver their influence in dynamic environments shaped by digitalization, climate change, and other major trends.
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