Deep Dish on Global Affairs
362 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 162 ratingsDeep Dish on Global Affairs goes beyond the headlines on critical global issues. With world news in rapid development, Deep Dish brings together experts in foreign policy, national security, economics, and whatever field is in flux during the week to talk through what's happening, why, and why it matters.
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Should the US Embrace or Reject Engagement with China?
November 23, 2023 13:09 - 30 minutes - 69.6 MBChinese leader Xi Jinping is in his third five-year term as the nation's president, putting him on track to stay in power for life at a time of severe economic challenges and rising tensions with the US. Nonresident senior fellow Paul Heer joins Deep Dish to argue the importance of engagement with China as a necessary component of US foreign policy. If we do not pursue it, he says, we are missing opportunities for a more peaceful coexistence between both countries and the world. This e...
How to Change the World: Why Quick Fixes Fail and What to Do
November 16, 2023 19:37 - 34 minutes - 79.5 MBDive into the world of lasting change with Deep Dish! Join host Brian Hanson and author Sascha Haselmayer in a captivating exploration of 'The Slow Lane.' We’ll uncover the secrets behind why instant solutions often miss the mark, and how embracing patience and strategic thinking can pave the way for sustainable transformation to address global challenges. Reading List The Slow Lane: Why Quick Fixes Fail and How to Achieve Real Change, Sascha Haselmayer & Anne-Marie Slaughter, Berrett-Koe...
This Era of Hostage Diplomacy Requires New Answers
November 09, 2023 18:17 - 35 minutes - 80.2 MBFrom Hamas to Russia to Iran, hostage-taking is on the rise once again and hostage diplomacy has entered that arsenal of foreign policy tools by countries around the world. This week, Northwestern University’s Dani Gilbert guides us through what is new, what has worked and failed in the past, and why countries need new ways to respond to hostage-taking today. Reading List: Why the Gaza hostage crisis is different, Danielle Gilbert, Good Authority, Oct 13, 2023 Biden’s hostage ...
How Partisan is US Foreign Policy?
November 02, 2023 20:02 - 24 minutes - 55.7 MBDeep Dish explores how America’s hyper partisan politics are impacting foreign policy actions. Author Jordan Tama shares revelations from his new book, while the Council’s Dina Smeltz unveils fresh survey data to expose how partisanship plays out in US foreign policy. Reading List: Bipartisanship and US Foreign Policy: Cooperation in a Polarized Age, Jordan Tama, Oxford University Press, September 1, 2023 Public Opinion Survey Reports, Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Could an Asian NATO be in the Cards?
October 26, 2023 18:01 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MBThe Asia-Pacific region is witnessing a seismic shift in power dynamics as nations like Japan, Australia, and the US forge a game-changing partnership to counter China's influence. The big question: could this lead to a new NATO for the Pacific? And what would that mean? Experts Michael Green and Karl Friedhoff dissect the motives, strategies, and potential outcomes. Reading List: Never Say Never to an Asian NATO, Michael Green, Foreign Policy, September 6, 2023
Is Poland's General Election a Turning Point for the Nation?
October 19, 2023 16:51 - 26 minutes - 59.9 MBOn Sunday, Poland’s opposition parties won a victory in the country’s general election signaling a radical change for the country. After emerging as a major EU success story, Poland’s politics shifted dramatically almost a decade ago, putting it on a nationalist path dominated by a far-right coalition. But now the country appears headed back in a pro-EU direction. Expert Monika Sus and host Lizzy Shackelford shed light on the country's shifting politics and changing role in the global landsc...
Gaza: Epicenter of the Israel-Hamas War
October 12, 2023 17:53 - 25 minutes - 59.3 MBDeep Dish delves into the heart of the Gaza Strip. Expert Michael Merryman-Lotze and host Brian Hanson discuss its complex history, its people, the role of the region in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and its place in the Israel-Hamas war that has shaken the world. Related Content: 5 things you need to know about what’s happening in Israel and Gaza, Michael Merryman-Lotze, American Friends Service Committee, October 9, 2023 Martin Indyk on Breaking the Hamas-Israel Cycle of Violenc...
Energy Insecurity: Where Climate Change Meets Geopolitics
October 05, 2023 19:53 - 33 minutes - 76 MBHow is energy insecurity shaping the world's power dynamics? From the urgency of collaboration to the delicate balance between environmental sustainability and national interests, guests Jason Bordoff and Meghan O'Sullivan offer a fresh perspective on the complexities of green energy underlying our modern global landscape. Reading List The Age of Energy Insecurity: How the Fight for Resources Is Upending Geopolitics, Jason Bordoff and Meghan L. O’Sullivan, Foreign Affairs, May/June 2023
BRICS Expansion Explained: New Members, New Challenges
September 28, 2023 20:06 - 21 minutes - 48.3 MBDeep Dish demystifies the world of BRICS+ and delves into the intriguing expansion that is making waves in international diplomacy. Discover its origins and the significance behind its newest members. Atlantic Council’s Colleen Cottle joins host Lizzy Shackelford to explore the motivations, the dynamics at play, and its potential impact on the world stage. Reading List BRICS has invited 6 countries to join. What does this mean for the US and its allies?, Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago...
New Technologies Transforming City Life: Dream or Reality?
September 21, 2023 17:22 - 29 minutes - 66.8 MBCan smart cities truly deliver on their promises of innovation and sustainability? On Deep Dish, author and winner of the Pattis Family Foundation Global Cities Book Award, John Lorinc joins host Brian Hanson to navigate the intersection of urban planning technology and ethical concerns in his book Dream States: Smart Cities, Technology, and the Pursuit of Urban Utopias. Related Content: Dream States: Smart Cities, Technology, and the Pursuit of Urban Utopia, John Lorinc, Coach House Bo...
Balancing Religious Diversity and National Identity in France
September 14, 2023 16:53 - 22 minutes - 50.4 MBThe expulsion of Muslim schoolgirls for refusing to remove their abayas serves as a stark reminder of France's ongoing struggle to balance its historical commitment to laïcité with its growing religious and cultural diversity. The Council’s Ariel Schwartz joins host Brian Hanson to explore laïcité’s historical roots, modern challenges, and global implications in contemporary society.
From Likes to Violence: How Big Tech is Helping Fuel Extremism
September 07, 2023 15:48 - 30 minutes - 69.2 MBDeep Dish delves into how the unchecked power of social platforms in the Metaverse, woven into the fabric of modern communication, is fueling conflicts, disinformation, terror, and hate. Experts Kristina Wilfore and Leah Kimathi confront the chilling reality of Big Tech's role in fueling extremism in Kenya, where profit often trumps content policing, and share what Kenyans are doing about it. Reading List: The Council for Responsible Social Media, Website Why dangerous content thrives ...
From China to Mexico: Tracing the Deadly Fentanyl Trail
August 31, 2023 19:58 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MBWith 110,000 drug overdose deaths last year, including 70 percent from synthetic opioids, we examine how international factors have played a crucial role in the US drug epidemic. Vanda Felbab-Brown of Brookings Institution and Regina LaBelle of Georgetown University offer insights on the government's response, effective policy solutions, and the path to recovery. Reading List: Why America is Struggling to Stop the Fentanyl Epidemic, Vanda Felbab-Brown, Foreign Affairs, May 15, ...
Sahel in Crisis: Niger’s Coup and the Failure of Western Intervention
August 24, 2023 20:15 - 35 minutes - 82.2 MBNiger's recent coup has reignited debates about democracy, stability, and Western influence. Join Kamissa Camara of the US Institute of Peace and Deep Dish hosts Lizzy Shackelford and Brian Hanson as they explore Niger's coup, its place in the Sahel's instability, and the urgent need to rethink policies in this complex region. Reading List: Countering Coups: How to Reverse Military Rule Across the Sahel, Kamissa Camara and Susan Stigant, U.S. Institute of Peace, Thursday, August 3, 20...
Lessons in Security and Diplomacy 25 Years After the US Embassy Bombings
August 17, 2023 17:52 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MBDeep Dish revisits the haunting morning of August 7, 1998, when al-Qaeda struck US embassies in Kenya that claimed over 200 lives and left thousands wounded. Ambassador Prudence Bushnell, who was present during the attacks, and former foreign service officer Mietek Boduszyński, who served in Libya when US facilities in Benghazi were attacked, reflect on how the US government should balance diplomacy and danger, whether the right lessons were learned, and what challenge face US diplomats i...
The Oppenheimer Effect: Reigniting Nuclear Awareness
August 10, 2023 16:08 - 40 minutes - 92.1 MBDeep Dish explores the recently released 'Oppenheimer' film and journeys back to the Cold War era when nuclear weapons were etched into popular consciousness. Rachel Bronson and Avery Restrepo of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists explore how nuclear weapons have seemingly faded from public awareness. They draw parallels to today and suggest ways that Gen Z can shape a safer and more responsible future. Reading List: Majority in US Want to Learn More about Nuclear Policy, Dina Sme...
Population Paradox: Are Declining Birth Rates Good or Bad for the World?
August 03, 2023 14:17 - 30 minutes - 69.5 MBAs birth rates decline and life expectancies increase, some regions are now experiencing a net decrease in population, leaving us to question whether that’s good or bad for the world. Stephanie Feldstein of the Center for Biological Diversity and John Ibbitson, author of the Empty Planet unravel the layers of this population paradox and its implications on society, the global economy, and the environment. Reading List: Population Decline Will Change the World for the Better, Stephanie Fel...
Will Politics in Taiwan Increase the Risk of Conflict with China?
July 27, 2023 18:54 - 37 minutes - 85.8 MBAs stakes rise and tensions mount between the United States and China, the future of Taiwan hangs in the balance. With a pivotal presidential election on the horizon, what are the implications for Taiwanese policy, its alignment with the US, and the risk of war with China? Sam Houston State University’s Dennis Weng and New Bloom Magazine’s Brian Hioe join Deep Dish to offer a glimpse into the uncertain future of the region. Tune into last week's episode for part one of this conversation wh...
The Debate on US Strategy in Taiwan-China Relations
July 20, 2023 21:06 - 44 minutes - 102 MBAs tensions escalate between Taiwan and China, should Washington back Taiwan through increased militarily deterrence or prioritize reassurance and diplomacy with China? Quincy Institute’s Michael Swaine and the Council on Foreign Relations’ David Sacks debate the growing policymaker consensus for US military support to deter a Chinese attack, while considering dissenting views that prioritize political solutions for China-Taiwan unification from the US standpoint. Tune in next week for pa...
From Stability to Prosperity: Understanding Costa Rica’s Success
July 13, 2023 18:23 - 28 minutes - 66.1 MBWhat is the secret to Costa Rica's exceptional success as a politically stable and environmentally sustainable nation? While other countries in Central America struggle with political upheaval, violence, corruption, and extreme poverty, Costa Rica has become a global example of success with robust institutions, visionary policies, and a thriving eco-tourism industry. The Atlantic Council’s María Fernanda Bozmoski joins Deep Dish to discuss the reasons for Costa Rica’s achievements, explore ...
Lost Lives, Little Attention: The Overlooked Migrant Crisis
July 06, 2023 18:57 - 23 minutes - 52.7 MBWhile the world closely followed the fate of five privileged men who went missing aboard a Titanic-bound submersible, a fishing boat crowded with migrants traveling from Libya sank in Greek waters. This upped the number of migrants who have died trying to reach Europe by sea this year to nearly 2,000. Award-winning journalist Sally Hayden joins Deep Dish to shed light on the underreported crisis of migrant treatment, the heartbreaking stories of those traveling on the world’s deadliest migra...
Unraveling Haiti Two Years after Moïse’s Assassination
June 29, 2023 18:28 - 30 minutes - 69 MBHaiti marks the two-year anniversary of President Jovenel Moïse's assassination. On Deep Dish, we unravel the intricate dynamics that make Haiti's path to stability so challenging. Haitian journalist Monique Clesca and the International Crisis Group’s Renata Segura offer their perspectives on the complexities of the situation and explore pathways on Haiti's struggle for a brighter future.
Understanding Uganda's Anti-LGBTQ Law
June 22, 2023 20:16 - 26 minutes - 60.1 MBWith Uganda's recent passage of an extreme anti-LGBTQ law, Deep Dish explores the external influences, particularly US evangelical groups, that have intensified discrimination in Uganda and beyond. Ugandan journalist Lydia Namubiru unravels the historical context and societal factors behind this pressing issue. And Minority Africa’s Caleb Okereke sheds light on the experiences and challenges faced by LGBTQ communities in Uganda and elsewhere on the continent. Reading List: The Unholy R...
Rethinking our Engagement with the Global South
June 15, 2023 16:02 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MBWhy is the relationship between the West and the Global South failing and what can be done? Stimson Center’s Aude Darnal challenges the dominant focus on great power competition and highlights why this approach fails to foster meaningful, mutually beneficial relations. Discover why redefining this lens is essential for the United States, the Global South, and the world.
Rethinking Conflict Resolution in Sudan
June 08, 2023 19:07 - 38 minutes - 89 MBWhat role do international partners like the United States play in shaping Sudan’s transitional path forward? Deep Dish explores the need for a new approach to conflict resolution that prioritizes civilian interests, joined by Jacqueline Burns, former advisor to the US Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan, and Peter Biar Ajak of the Belfer Center. They question traditional methods and uncover alternative strategies for constructive international engagement to secure a peaceful future for ...
Making Cyberspace Safe for Democracy
June 01, 2023 19:22 - 45 minutes - 105 MBArtificial intelligence raises increasingly grim concerns among experts. Are our digital spaces truly safe for democracy? On Deep Dish, the Alliance for Securing Democracy’s Laura Rosenberger and Stanford University’s Jacob Helberg discuss digital interference, misinformation, and data privacy within the lens of geopolitics. [This episode originally aired August 13, 2020] Reading List: Silicon Valley Can’t Be Neutral in the US China Cold War, Jacob Helberg, Foreign Policy, June 22, 20...
The Global Cost of Childhood Malnutrition
May 25, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes - 77 MBNearly one in every four children worldwide is affected by malnutrition. Roger Thurow, senior fellow and author of The First 1,000 Days, joins Deep Dish to explore the impact of good nutrition for mothers and children. He provides ten-year updates on the communities in India, Uganda, and Guatemala featured in his book, explores the importance of good nutrition on growth and development, and considers the vital question: what might a child have accomplished for all of us were they not malnour...
Netflix’s “The Diplomat”: Pop Culture Gives Diplomacy a Boost
May 18, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 76 MBNetflix’s hit show "The Diplomat" brings real-world diplomacy to the spotlight. On Deep Dish, Executive Producer of Madam Secretary David Grae and career diplomat Maryum Saifee examine the show’s portrayal of diplomats, the importance of sharing these stories in pop culture, and the significance of the State Department finally going to Hollywood. Reading List: Transforming State: Pathways to a More Just, Equitable, and Innovative Institution, Truman Center, March 2021 US Embassy in UK ...
Why the Goals of the War Look Different in Kyiv
May 11, 2023 20:32 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MBWhile the West focuses on Ukraine’s counteroffensive, the stakes look very different inside Kyiv. Fresh from a visit to the capitol city, Council President Ivo Daalder joins former Ukrainian diplomat Iuliia Osmolovska to share Ukrainians’ focus on the long term: integration with the West, consequences of the war, and what comes after.
The Continent: Changing the Game in African Media
May 04, 2023 20:32 - 29 minutes - 66.8 MBSince its launch three years ago, The Continent has become the most widely distributed newspaper in Africa. Issued via WhatsApp, The Continent tells stories “by Africans, for Africans,” and reveals just how different African news looks when the people living it are the ones writing the stories. Editor-in-Chief Simon Allison joins us on Deep Dish to talk about shaping this new outlet, and Brian discusses what he learned during his month-long trip to Africa, including what US news consumers of...
Can a State Dinner End South Korea and Japan’s Fight Over History?
April 27, 2023 20:13 - 34 minutes - 79.2 MBPresident Biden hosted South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol at his second-ever state dinner as part of the US strategy to get the strained South Korea-Japan relationship back on track. On Deep Dish, US Institute of Peace’s Frank Aum and the Wilson Center’s Shihoko Goto explore the reasons for the recurring ruptures over history, why the US cares, and the implications for geopolitics in Asia.
Biden’s Human Rights Promises: Rhetoric or Real?
April 20, 2023 20:20 - 30 minutes - 70.6 MBOn Deep Dish, we explore whether the Biden administration has followed through on its promises to prioritize human rights in US foreign policy and whether recent events like the release of the annual human rights report and the Democracies Summit provide any hints about how effective they have been. Join experts Steven Feldstein and Sarah Yager as they evaluate the administration’s progress and unpack ways the United States can do better abroad. Reading List: 2022 Country Reports o...
Wanted: Vladimir Putin for Crimes Against Children
April 13, 2023 18:00 - 41 minutes - 94.2 MBThe ICC has dubbed Vladimir Putin personally responsible for the abductions of children from Ukraine. While the world focuses on Putin’s prospects, Deep Dish dives into the underlying issue: accountability, justice, and protection of the most vulnerable victims of war. Experts Nathaniel Raymond and Kathryn Sikkink unpack the tragic reality of child abductions during times of conflict, how the indictments might affect these Ukrainian children, and whether this could truly deter child abductio...
Deep Dish Returns! Lessons on a Career Spent in Global Affairs
April 06, 2023 20:09 - 27 minutes - 63.4 MBDeep Dish is back after a brief break with a new theme song and some exciting news: occasional host Lizzy Shackelford is joining as an official co-host. To celebrate, Brian and Lizzy talk to each other and give you a chance to get to know them more personally. From what led them to a career grappling with global affairs to their hobbies and interests, we're exploring it all. Tune in to meet the hosts who bring you Deep Dish each week and get ready for a few surprises along the way! Rela...
What You Do to Your Women, You Do to Your Nation.
March 30, 2023 19:36 - 34 minutes - 78.1 MBAround the world, authoritarianism is rising, and women’s rights are declining—and it’s not a coincidence that’s happening at the same time. On Deep Dish, we revisit a conversation with Valerie Hudson and Zoe Marks to explain how sexism undermines national security, why autocrats are afraid of women, and why progress on gender equality is essential for stability, democracy, and prosperity. [This episode originally aired on March 10, 2022] Reading List: What You Do to Your Women, You Do...
Revisiting How China is Winning the Battle for Digital Sovereignty Using Your Data
March 23, 2023 19:45 - 31 minutes - 71.2 MBToday, TikTok CEO Shou Chew testified before Congress in light of the Biden administration’s threat to ban the social media app over concerns that it poses a threat to national security. On Deep Dish, we’re revisiting our conversation with author Aynne Kokas who explains why China has been so effective at collecting and “trafficking” the data of citizens, and how this data could give them a geopolitical advantage. Plus, we hear from data privacy attorneys on the state of regulation protect...
Revisiting AI, Disruption, and the Future of Spying
March 16, 2023 19:35 - 37 minutes - 85.5 MBOn Deep Dish, we’re revisiting our conversation about the world of espionage and the secrets of intelligence gathering with Amy Zegart, author of Spies, Lies, and Algorithms. As new technology continues to disrupt all aspects of our lives, Zegart explains how these innovations are changing espionage and why spy myths perpetuated by Hollywood often get in the way of understanding threats. [This episode originally aired: March 24, 2022] Related Content: Spies, Lies, and Algorithms: The...
The Impact of Women and Gen Z on Iranian Protests
March 09, 2023 21:19 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBSince Mahsa Amini’s death in Iranian custody last September, protesters—many women and Gen Z activists—have demanded greater freedom, including an end to the mandatory hijab. Narges Bajoghli of Johns Hopkins University and women of the Iranian diaspora join Deep Dish to explore Iran’s ongoing protests, their significance for the global women's movement, and the push for gender equality.
Democracy on the Brink: Understanding Mexico's Authoritarian Turn
March 02, 2023 22:34 - 42 minutes - 96.2 MBMexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s recent moves to undermine the country’s National Electoral Institute have sparked massive pro-democracy protests and stoked fears that the country is backsliding into authoritarianism. On Deep Dish, Denise Dresser, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, and Guillermo Trejo, Notre Dame and Kellogg Institue, discuss Mexico’s future and why everyone should care that the country’s elites are weakening and dismantling democratic systems. Read...
The Zelensky Effect: How an Ordinary Ukrainian Became an Extraordinary Leader
February 23, 2023 22:42 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MBOne year ago, Russia launched its brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, but perhaps the greatest surprise has been the emergence of one of the most significant wartime leaders of the 21st century. How did Volodymyr Zelensky become the guiding force we know today? On Deep Dish, Olga Onuch, author of “The Zelensky Effect,” dives into the story of the ordinary Ukrainian who rose to command the global stage. Reading List: The Zelensky Effect, Olga Onuch and Henry E. Hale, Oxford Uni...
Defending Our Skies from Spy Balloons and Public Fear
February 16, 2023 21:15 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MBIn recent weeks, the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena sightings in North America have left many wondering whether US air defense systems are equipped to handle such threats. Ex-NORAD chief Scott Clancy and Carnegie Council’s Arthur Holland Michel join Deep Dish to discuss how worried Americans should truly be. Reading List: The Chinese balloon is hardly alone in watching America from the sky, Arthur Holland Michel, Washington Post, February 3, 2023 If you’re interested in learni...
Debunking Globalization: How Regionalization Shapes the Global Economy
February 09, 2023 20:36 - 36 minutes - 82.6 MBAbout The Episode Globalization is said to have fused our economies, societies, and cultures—but what if our world is not as globalized as we think? On Deep Dish, Shannon O’Neil, author of “The Globalization Myth,” argues that, in fact, regionalization has played a more key role in global economic competition, discussing the implications for the United States and the future of the world’s economy. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.
Derailing Democracy? Israel's Plan to Limit Judicial Powers
February 02, 2023 22:43 - 46 minutes - 105 MBIsrael’s right-wing legislators have taken aim at the country’s supreme court. Their proposal to overhaul and limit the judiciary has sparked mass protest and debate and could dramatically change the balance of power. Joining Deep Dish from Israel are Times of Israel journalist Tal Schneider and legal scholar Tamar Hostovsky Brandes to examine the judicial reform proposal, its potential impact on political checks and balance, and whether the nation’s democracy is at risk.
Peril in Peru: Protests, Unrest and Calls for Change
January 26, 2023 22:48 - 35 minutes - 82.3 MBUnrest & instability has surrounded Peruvian politics for the last seven years as six different presidents have taken office. Over the past month, anti-government protests have erupted, uniting disenfranchised Peruvians who are demanding that the newest president, Dina Boluarte, step down. Reporting from Peru, Cynthia Sanborn and Ryan Dube explore what is driving the unrest, unpack Peru’s unprecedented political instability and why democracy is at stake on Deep Dish. Reading List: Peru's...
Defending Democracy Post-Insurrection in Brazil
January 20, 2023 00:26 - 37 minutes - 69.4 MBBrazilian authorities swiftly detained more than 1,500 pro-Bolsonaro rioters in connection with the January 8 attack on Brazil's capital and have charged dozens in recent days. Following the insurrection, what deeper challenges lie ahead for Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva? On Deep Dish, Sarah Esther Maslin and Ryan Berg unpack Brazil’s response and what the future holds for one of the world’s largest democracies. Reading List: A copycat insurrection in Brazil, and its trou...
Japan Unveils Ambitious Military Plans Ahead of Biden-Kishida Meeting
January 12, 2023 23:01 - 27 minutes - 50.2 MBThis Friday, Japan’s Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida will make his first visit to Washington, DC for a summit meeting with President Biden. On Deep Dish, Council on Foreign Relations’ Sheila Smith and Hudson Institute’s Masashi Murano explore what is behind Japan’s new security vision, how the changes are viewed generationally by the Japanese public, and what this means for the future of the US-Japan security alliance to address rising threats from China. Reading List: How Japan Is Doublin...
How to Be a Global Optimist in 2023
December 27, 2022 15:24 - 33 minutes - 61.5 MBFrom Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the climate crisis, to soaring food and energy prices, headlines in 2022 have been tough. If this barrage of negative news has made you want to switch off, you’re not alone. On Deep Dish, behavioral science expert Dr. Kris Lee and former Foreign Policy editor-in-chief Jonathan Tepperman share tips for how to reframe your global outlook and navigate anxiety in 2023. Plus, Deep Dish listeners comment on how the heavy news affects their mood and how they co...
China is Winning the Battle for Digital Sovereignty Using Your Data
December 15, 2022 22:29 - 38 minutes - 69.7 MBAs digital technologies and social media have evolved to dominate our everyday lives, governments and businesses – at home and abroad - have been able to collect vast troves of our personal information. On Deep Dish, author Aynne Kokas explains why China has been so effective at collecting and “trafficking” the data of United States and other foreign citizens, and how this data could give them a geopolitical advantage. Plus, we hear from data privacy attorneys on the state of regulation prot...
Qatar 2022 and the Risks and Rewards of Sportswashing
December 08, 2022 21:56 - 44 minutes - 81.7 MBFIFA World Cup 2022 has reached its nail-biting knock-out stage. For big-spending hosts Qatar, the tournament has provided an opportunity to bask in the international spotlight, but it has also drawn scrutiny of human rights and the treatment of migrant workers in the Gulf state. On Deep Dish, Jules Boykoff & Minky Worden discuss the growing phenomenon of sportswashing, why sport appeals to autocratic governments, and how businesses, athletes, and fans can respond. Plus, we spoke to sports w...
Will Protests in China Against COVID Lockdowns Succeed?
December 01, 2022 21:52 - 33 minutes - 75.6 MBAs protests have erupted throughout China, in response to lockdowns imposed from the government’s zero-COVID policy, some protesters have broadened their criticisms of the government, including even calls for President Xi to step down. On Deep Dish, journalist Lizzi Lee reports on what is transpiring, and author Teresa Wright discusses the frequency and nature of protest in modern China and why this latest wave could destabilize China’s political system. Reading List: Popular Protest in...