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FAREWELL FROM US: What's next for Global Questions?
August 15, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 48.3 MBWe can’t believe we’re saying this, but this is our last Global Questions episode! After 2.5 years and 100+ episodes, Josh, Rhiannon and Kelly have decided it’s time to turn off the mics and take a well-earned rest. So, join the entire GQ team as they: Recap their favourite episodes Give a sneak peak behind the scenes Chat about the highs (and lows) of putting together a podcast Hopefully you'll miss us just as much as we'll miss you! Thanks for tuning in and providing us with a reaso...
IN-DEPTH: The Digital Divide (and why failing to stop it could be catastrophic)
July 12, 2022 01:54 - 14 minutes - 33.2 MBInequality is complex and varied, but have you ever heard of the digital divide? As new technologies emerge and we live more of our lives online, the divide between those who have reliable internet access and those who don't only deepens. This week, for our final In-Depth episode on technology, Rhiannon talks to Dr George Ingram, a senior fellow at the Centre for Sustainable Development at the Brookings Institution in Washington D.C. They chat about: What the digital divide is The imp...
THE WRAP-UP: Could Netanyahu return as PM? Why the Rwanda Deal is controversial. Can democracy survive in Cambodia? The 50-year Whisky War.
June 21, 2022 21:00 - 25 minutes - 57.9 MBJoin Kelly and Josh as they discuss: The collapse of Israel’s government, and why it means Netanyahu could become PM *again*. Why the UK’s attempt to send asylum seekers to Rwanda was temporarily blocked by a European court. Hun Sen’s strategy to crush Cambodian democracy and establish a dictatorship. The ‘civilised’ conflict you’ve probably never heard of: the Whisky War. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to ...
IN-DEPTH: How your favourite social media sites are turbocharging terrorism (w/Tech Against Terrorism)
June 13, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 35.4 MBSocial media has revolutionized terrorism. It has made recruitment easier, sped up the process of radicalisation and provided a safe haven for extremists to talk to each other. It's also increased the impact of acts of terror. With a click of a button, terrorists can livestream their acts to millions of people. So, what are tech companies doing to address the issue? Should governments step in? And is using AI to remove violent content a good idea, or could it pose hidden dangers? Rhiann...
THE WRAP-UP: North Korea to lead anti-nuclear group. El Salvador’s prison spree. Putin meets with African leaders. Can the British monarchy survive?
June 06, 2022 21:00 - 24 minutes - 56 MBJoin Kelly and Josh as they discuss: Why the new president of the Conference on Disarmament is ... North Korea. Why El Salvador’s president has jailed 36,000 people in two months. What Putin's recent meeting with the head of the African Union was about. Whether the British monarchy can survive the next few decades. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions page. Follow us on Instagram @global.quest...
IN-DEPTH: Is space exploration causing geopolitical tensions? W/ Leonard David
May 30, 2022 21:00 - 16 minutes - 38.1 MBIn this episode we are talking all things space! Does space law actually constrain the behaviour of states? Do we have a responsibility to care for the environment in space? Is there a space race between the US and China, and if so, what are the stakes? Does space exploration represent the latest form of colonialism? Discussing all of these questions and more, this episode will look at the overlap between modern technologies and space, focusing on the benefits that space exploration has br...
THE WRAP-UP: Why a dictator’s son was elected president. How one family helped derail Sri Lanka’s economy.
May 25, 2022 13:24 - 15 minutes - 34.8 MBIn light of the recent federal election, today's episode is a shorter one that keeps with the election theme! Join Kelly and Josh as they discuss: How BongBong Marcos, son of a brutal dictator, convinced the Philippines to elect him President. Why the collapse of Sri Lanka’s economy can be attributed to one family. As Josh mentioned, here are some fascinating articles on how Labor’s win could shape Australia’s foreign policy: Can Penny Wong reset difficult relationships? (ABC News): htt...
IN-DEPTH: How is artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionising modern warfare? W/Dr Peter Layton
May 16, 2022 21:00 - 14 minutes - 33 MBArtificial intelligence (AI) has been used to augment military capabilities since the missile defence systems of the 1980s, but today’s AI is becoming more sophisticated and pervasive in the development of semi-autonomous weapons. So what does this mean for the future of warfare and contemporary conflicts around the globe? This week, Rhiannon chats with Dr Peter Layton, a Visiting Fellow at the Griffith Asia Institute, Griffith University. He has extensive aviation and defence experience an...
THE WRAP-UP: Anger at Xi’s Covid strategy. America’s dystopian post-Roe future. Could Israel spiral into war? Northern Ireland considers leaving UK.
May 11, 2022 08:12 - 24 minutes - 56.3 MBJoin Kelly and Josh as they discuss … Unprecedented anger within China at Xi Jinping’s harsh Covid strategy. What the Supreme Court’s abortion decision could mean for America *and the world*. The growing threat of war between Israel and Palestine over evictions. Sinn Fein’s historic victory in Northern Ireland’s elections – and their plan to leave the UK. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions pa...
IN-DEPTH: Is Bitcoin going to change the world? Or is it a scam? W/David Gerard
May 02, 2022 21:00 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MBThere is little that is uncontroversial when it comes to cryptocurrency, from its wild fluctuations and energy usage to its links to transnational crime and mysterious origins. In this episode, Rhiannon chats to David Gerard, an author and cryptocurrency journalist from London. They talk about: What cryptocurrency is and how it came about back in 2008 The benefits and dangers of digital currencies The failure of Facebook’s stable coin Libra and the approach of state regulators El Salva...
THE WRAP-UP: The elaborate conspiracy to blame France for war crimes. China’s aim in the Solomons. Is the Arab Spring dead? Honduras’ drug-trafficking president.
April 27, 2022 21:00 - 23 minutes - 54 MBIt's finally here! Join Josh and Kelly as they discuss some of the *crazy* stories from the last fortnight. They chat about: The secretive private army that murdered civilians, and then tried to blame the French military. Why China's deal with the Solomon Islands is controversial. Whether Tunisia's President is a democratic hero, or an aspiring dictator (spoiler: no one knows!). How Honduras' president helped traffick 500 tonnes of drugs to the US. Are you enjoying Global Questions? G...
IN-DEPTH: We're all being monitored. How does it affect society? W/ Kevin Macnish & Moira Patterson
April 18, 2022 21:00 - 28 minutes - 65.7 MBOur first in-depth episode for Season 6 tackles the controversial topic of mass surveillance. New technology allows governments and companies to track nearly everything we do: what we buy, where we go, who we meet and how we think. It's given them an unprecedented amount of power. So, what does this mean for our safety, democracy and global stability? Join Rhiannon, Kevin Macnish and Moira Paterson as they consider: The future of surveillance and "smart cities". Whether mass surveillan...
THE WRAP-UP: UNHRC kicks out Russia. Pakistan’s crazy politics. 6,500+ deaths tied to World Cup. How Taiwan’s fate will affect your shopping.
April 11, 2022 22:58 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MBJoin Josh and Kelly as they unpack the wild stories making news over the last fortnight! We chat about: Why Russia was removed from the UNHRC, and whether it could be kicked out of the UN entirely. The fate of Pakistan's ex-cricketer and ex-PM, Imran Khan. Why this year's World Cup in Qatar may be responsible for up to 6,750 deaths. How a Chinese invasion of Taiwan could see year-long delays for a new phone, computer or car. For more on the tragic situation in Qatar, check out Th...
TEASER: Season 6 REVEAL
April 04, 2022 21:00 - 6 minutes - 15.7 MBWe are back!! Join Rhiannon, Josh and our *new co-host* as they reveal the topic for this season's fortnightly IN-DEPTH episodes. Season 6 will also feature our popular news summaries (THE WRAP UP) and tips for how to start your international career (TRAILBLAZERS). First episode is out next Tuesday 12th April. Tell your friends, share it on your socials and get ready for our best season yet!! FOLLOW US: Follow Global Questions on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for more content! Find mor...
REPLAY: Gillian Triggs on Australia's refugee crisis
March 21, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 50.9 MBThis is a throwback to the very first episode ever published on Global Questions! At the end of 2019, Gen interviewed Gillian Triggs, the former head of the Australian Human Rights Commission and current Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations. Gillian chats with Gen about: Australia's inhumane refugee policies; What the Commission uncovered during its investigation into offshore detention; How it felt being on the receiving end of personal attacks from the Abbott governmen...
REPLAY: Kevin Rudd on why Murdoch is a "cancer on our democracy"
March 14, 2022 21:17 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBIn 2020, Gen had the privilege to interview the former PM, Kevin Rudd, about his campaign for a royal commission into the Murdoch empire. They discuss: Why media diversity is so important How the Murdoch empire influences media coverage, politics and public discourse What you can do to speak up for media diversity in Australia FOLLOW US: Follow Global Questions on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for more content! Find more about Young Diplomats Society on our website. CREDITS: This epi...
REPLAY: The horror of China's 're-education' camps W/ Nuria Yu & Nathan Ruser
March 08, 2022 20:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBIn 2021, Gen spoke to Nuria Yu and Nathan Ruser about the ongoing persecution of the Uyghur ethnic group in China. It's estimated that up to 2 million Uyghurs have been detained in 're-education' camps that are similar to the concentration camps of World War II. There's evidence the Chinese government is forcibly sterilising, torturing and enslaving Uyghurs -- which human rights groups say constitutes genocide. Nuria Yu is a Uyghur woman and activist living in Australia. She has family i...
REPLAY: Meet the student who sued his super company over climate change. W/ Paul Govind and Mark McVeigh
February 28, 2022 20:00 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MBWe may be on a break, but you can still listen to some of our favourite episodes! In 2021, Josh chatted to Paul Govind and Mark McVeigh about why young people are suing companies and governments over climate change. At age 23, Mark took his super company, REST, to court. He argued the $57bn company failed to consider climate change when investing. Days before the trial, REST admitted Mark was right! Mark tells Josh about his experience and why it's necessary to hold companies accountab...
IN-DEPTH: Can we save democracy? W/Iain Walker & Tim Hollo
February 14, 2022 20:00 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBWe have finally reached the last episode of season 5 on the decline of democracy and boy is it a good one! This week Rhiannon brings you two incredibly passionate guests, Iain Walker and Tim Hollo. Iain is the executive director of New Democracy – a research organisation established to ensure citizens trust their government's decision making and democratic processes. Rhiannon chats to Iain about deliberative democracies, increasing participation and community involvement in democratic proc...
TRAILBLAZER: Using music and education to inspire social change and international peace-building W/Janielle Beh
February 02, 2022 20:00 - 14 minutes - 34.3 MBOur monthly Trailblazer episodes are back and Rhiannon had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Janielle Beh for this month's episode! After completing her schooling at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School, Janielle graduated from the Melbourne Conservatorium with a Bachelor of Music in 2014, and then went on to complete her Master of Teaching (Music Education) at Monash University in 2017. Since then, she has taken her passion for music and combined it with social change an...
THE WRAP-UP: A gas war in Ukraine? Fishermen defeat Russian navy. Far-right meet in Hungary. Why Honduras’ election matters.
January 31, 2022 20:00 - 20 minutes - 48 MBJoin Josh and our special guest, Kelly, as they both unpack: Why the potential invasion of Ukraine could cripple Europe’s gas supplies How a group of Irish fishermen took on the Russian navy … and won Why leaders of the far-right are gathering in Budapest next month The global implications of Honduras’ first female president Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions page. Follow us on Instagram @gl...
IN-DEPTH: Can the CCP and democracy co-exist? It's complicated. W/Roger Huang
January 24, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 36 MBWe're back!! After the Christmas holidays, it's time to bring you the final episodes in our series on the decline of democracy. Today, we take a closer look at the Chinese Communist Party. Under Xi Jingping, China has sought to undermine democratic nations and to export its authoritarian form of government to other countries. What does this mean for the future of liberal democracy around the world? Our guest is Dr Roger Huang, a lecturer in terrorism studies and political violence at ...
IN-DEPTH: Are conspiracy theories and political paranoia destroying democracy? W/Jesse Walker
December 20, 2021 20:00 - 25 minutes - 57.9 MBIt is the last episode of the year and boy is it a good one!! Rhiannon chats to Jesse Walker, a renowned writer and an editor of Reason magazine, on conspiracy theories and political paranoia, and how they are affecting democracy worldwide. Jesse has written numerous books including his most recent book - "The United States of Paranoia: A Conspiracy Theory”. They discuss: the history of conspiracy theories around the world and the united states why people continue to reach for conspiracy...
HUGH’S FINAL WRAP-UP: Refugees sue Facebook. Is the Iran Deal back? The dark side of renewables. A Saharan sports saga.
December 13, 2021 20:00 - 24 minutes - 57.2 MBJoin us for Hugh’s final episode on The Wrap Up (more details in the episode!). Today on the show: Why Rohingya refugees are suing Facebook for US$150 billion. Can the Iran deal be saved, or is war on the horizon? Protests in Serbia over Europe’s biggest lithium mine. Why Algeria and Morocco are fighting over the African Men’s Handball Championships. Josh and Hugh also chat about their favourite stories from the year and give a preview of what The Wrap Up will sound like in 2022. Are ...
IN-DEPTH: Is India (the world's largest democracy) turning authoritarian? W/ Mauktik Kulkarni
December 06, 2021 20:00 - 23 minutes - 53.5 MBSince receiving its independence in 1947, India has stood as a bastion of democracy in the Indo-Pacific. However, while India boasts a liberal-democratic constitution and a strong culture of political participation, we have seen shifts away from democracy to arguably more authoritarian systems. In this In-Depth episode, Rhiannon chats with Mauktik Kulkarni, an entrepreneur, neuroscientist, author, and filmmaker from India who currently lives and works in the United States. After training i...
TRAILBLAZER: Developing a career in cyber security W/ Bronte Munro
December 01, 2021 20:00 - 11 minutes - 27.3 MBIt's the first Thursday of the month, so it's time for another Trailblazer Thursday! Today’s guest is Bronte Munro. Bronte is completing her Master of Cybersecurity at Macquarie University and is the Cyber and Technology Fellow at Young Australians in International Affairs (YAIA). She also interns as a research officer at Thales Australia, a global technology leader that invests in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology. On top of that, she is a contributing writer to ...
THE WRAP-UP: Ethiopia’s PM *literally* goes to war. Australia helps Solomons. Taiwan's uncertain future. Sweden’s 7-hour female PM.
November 29, 2021 20:00 - 22 minutes - 51.2 MBJoin Josh and Hugh as they unpack: Why Ethiopia’s PM has left his palace and is now living on a battlefield. The dramatic events in the Solomon Islands, including why Australia is sending troops there. Competition between the US and China over the future of Taiwan. Sweden’s first female PM (who resigned on her first day in office!) Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions page. Follow us on Instag...
IN-DEPTH: How has globalisation affected inequality and democracy around the world? W/ Steven Slaughter & Estella Kabachwezi
November 22, 2021 20:00 - 24 minutes - 56.3 MBThe world has witnessed unprecedented levels of globalisation over the past few decades, and while it has substantially improved living conditions, communication and flow of information, it has also created new levels of inequality within and between countries. In today's In-Depth episode, Rhiannon chats to Steven Slaughter, Associate Professor in International Relations at Deakin University, and Estella Kabachwezi, an activist and lawyer in Uganda, on the intersection between globalisatio...
THE WRAP-UP: Was COP26 worth it? Belarus weaponises migrants. Democratic setback for Thailand. A boycott of the Winter Olympics?
November 15, 2021 20:00 - 21 minutes - 49.7 MBYour fortnightly dose of news is here! Join Josh and Hugh as they unpack: The good, the bad and the ugly from COP26. Why Belarus is flying migrants to the EU border. The latest attempt to silence Thailand's student activists. A potential boycott of the Winter Olympics as China/US tensions rise. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions page. Follow us on Instagram @global.questions for breaking new...
IN-DEPTH: What is populism and is it destroying democracy? W/ Anastasia Kapetas & Brandon Wu
November 08, 2021 20:00 - 25 minutes - 57.7 MBThe rise of populism in recent years has provoked profound questions around the viability of existing democratic systems and the future of developing democracies. This week we have two insightful guests to discuss the rise of populism and how it is influencing democracy around the world. First up, Rhiannon chats to Anastasia Kapetas, the National Security Editor at The Strategist from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, about the history of populism, its rise throughout politics and ...
TRAILBLAZER: Turning your love for international affairs into a meaningful career in research W/ Daria Impiombato
November 03, 2021 20:00 - 12 minutes - 28.8 MBWe are back with our new Trailblazer Thursdays - our special monthly episode where we chat to young professionals about their global careers. Today's guest is Daria Impiombato, a researcher at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s (ASPI) International Cyber Policy Centre in Canberra, Australia. Her research includes human rights, technological advancements, activism in authoritarian regimes, Chinese domestic and foreign policy, and the role of communication/media in international pol...
THE WRAP-UP: What to expect from COP26. Why Sudan’s coup matters. Azerbaijan vs Armenia. How an actor could jail Italy’s ex-deputy PM.
November 01, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes - 45.8 MBJosh and Hugh’s fortnightly recap of international news is here! Join us as we discuss: The aim of COP26 (and why it’s been dubbed the world’s “last chance”). How Sudan’s coup could affect global trade and help Russia. Why a dispute between Azerbaijan and Armenia has worried Iran. Why Richard Gere is testifying against Italy’s former deputy PM in a kidnapping trial. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our su...
IN-DEPTH: When press freedom declines, what happens to democracy? W/ Marcus Strom
October 25, 2021 20:00 - 23 minutes - 53.1 MBPress freedom is the 'cornerstone' of democracy according to the UN. Yet in the past few years, journalism has been under attack. Reporters face physical and legal threats both in Australia and around the world. This week Josh chats with Marcus Strom about the decline in press freedom, what it means for democracy and how we can repair the damage. Marcus Strom is the President of the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance. He's worked as a journalist in Australia and the United Kingdom for ...
THE WRAP-UP: Civil war in Lebanon? Billions for the Taliban. Kenya ignores the ICJ. America’s cyber reckoning.
October 18, 2021 20:00 - 20 minutes - 45.9 MBJosh and Hugh’s fortnightly recap of international news is here! Join us as we discuss: Why Beirut was in chaos last week (and what it means for Lebanon). How the world is responding to Afghanistan’s aid crisis. Kenya and Somalia’s ocean spat in the world’s highest court. Controversy over the US’s “kindergarten level” cyber security. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our suggestions page. Follow us on Ins...
IN-DEPTH: Is Covid-19 killing democracy? W/ Tom Daly & Asanga Abeyagoonasekera
October 11, 2021 22:13 - 24 minutes - 55.8 MBTune in for the first episode in our In-Depth series on Democracy in Decline. This week, Rhiannon chats to Associate Professor Tom Daly and Asanga Abeyagoonesekera about how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting democracy around the globe. Tom is the Deputy Director of the University of Melbourne's School of Government. He's also the Director of the research platform Democratic Decay and Renewal. His research focuses on the future of liberal democracy and how it's been tested by the pandemic ov...
Is Covid-19 killing off democracy? W/ Tom Daly & Asanga Abeyagoonasekera
October 11, 2021 22:13 - 24 minutes - 55.8 MBTune in for the first episode in our In-Depth series on Democracy in Decline. This week, Rhiannon chats to Associate Professor Tom Daly and Asanga Abeyagoonesekera about how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting democracy around the globe. Tom is the Deputy Director of the University of Melbourne's School of Government. He's also the Director of the research platform Democratic Decay and Renewal. His research focuses on the future of liberal democracy and how it's been tested by the pandemic o...
THE WRAP-UP: China turns off power. Germany’s election stalemate. A sports star President? Nigeria's phone ban.
October 04, 2021 20:00 - 20 minutes - 46.4 MBJosh and Hugh’s fortnightly recap of international news is back! (Trust us, we're as excited as you are!!) Join us as we discuss: The power outages crippling Chinese cities and factories. What Germany's election stalemate means for EU stability. Whether a boxing champ could be the Philippines’ next President. Nigeria’s decision to turn off phone networks and ban motorcycles. Are you enjoying Global Questions? If so, subscribe, leave a review and share us on your socials! Follow us on ...
TEASER: Season 5 REVEAL
September 27, 2021 21:00 - 6 minutes - 15.4 MBGlobal Questions is back for an exciting fifth season! We have had a decent break over the past few weeks and are super excited to be back in your ears delivering you guys a new season on the topic 'Democracy in Decline'. In the break, we underwent some pretty big changes, and we would like to introduce you to one of them - our new In-Depth host Rhiannon! Join Josh, Hugh and Rhiannon as they discuss what we will be covering this season. From Covid-19 and democratic backsliding to freedom of...
IN-DEPTH: How does the Black Lives Matter movement relate to Indigenous Australians? W/ Ama Burkoh & Nayonika Bhattacharya
August 30, 2021 21:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBIn light of some of our founding members moving on from Global Questions, we are bringing you their all-time favourite episodes! This week, we are re-sharing Emma's favourite episode - the In-Depth discussion with Ama Burkoh and Nayonika Bhattacharya on the BLM movement and how it relates to Indigenous Australians. For this episode we delve into the increasing protests against police brutality in the United States, analysing how systematic racism has transpired through American history, an...
REPLAY IN-DEPTH: How does the Black Lives Matter movement relate to Indigenous Australians? W/ Ama Burkoh & Nayonika Bhattacharya
August 30, 2021 21:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBGiven some of our founding members are moving on from Global Questions, we are bringing you their all-time favourite episodes! This week, we are re-sharing Emma's favourite episode - the In-Depth discussion with Ama Burkoh and Nayonika Bhattacharya on the BLM movement and how it relates to Indigenous Australians. For this episode we delve into the increasing protests against police brutality in the United States, analysing how systematic racism has transpired through American history, and ...
BONUS IN-DEPTH: Who is Witness K and why is he being charged with conspiracy? W/ Bernard Collaery
August 23, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MBIn light of some of our founding members moving on from Global Questions, we are bringing you their all-time favourite episodes! This week, we are re-sharing Gen's favourite episode - the In-Depth discussion with Bernard Collaery on Witness K during our season on security. Bernard Collaery is an Australian barrister, lawyer and former Attorney-General being prosecuted for conspiring against the government. Gen and Bernard discuss Australia’s national security through the lens of the Witness...
REPLAY IN-DEPTH: Who is Witness K and why is he being charged with conspiracy? W/ Bernard Collaery
August 23, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 68.6 MBGiven some of our founding members are moving on from Global Questions, we are bringing you their all-time favourite episodes! This week, we are re-sharing Gen's favourite episode - the In-Depth discussion with Bernard Collaery on Witness K during our season on security. Bernard Collaery is an Australian barrister, lawyer and former Attorney-General being prosecuted for conspiring against the government. Gen and Bernard discuss Australia’s national security through the lens of the Witness K...
BONUS: Saying farewell to the founders of Global Questions W/ Genevieve Marcocci & Emma Fabreguette
August 16, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 36.6 MBToday's episode is a farewell to Genevieve Marcocci and Emma Fabreguette, two of the founding members of Global Questions. Both Gen and Emma are moving on to bigger and better things, so we wanted to give them a proper send-off by inviting them on the show and quizzing them on a range of topics -- including what it was like to start the podcast and to interview an ex-prime minister. Gen and Emma, from all our listeners and the Global Questions team, thank you ❤️❤️❤️ We will miss you greatl...
TRAILBLAZER: Exploring opportunities and engaging in global affairs W/ Ryan Attard
August 09, 2021 21:00 - 18 minutes - 42 MBSurprise!! You thought Season 4 was over, but we have one more bonus episode for you! --- Before you read any further, we need your help! We're changing things up at Global Questions, and we want to hear from you about what we should alter. Complete our survey, and you'll go into the draw to win a $20 voucher. --- In this Trailblazers episode, Hugh chats to Ryan Attard, the Treasurer of the Young Diplomats Society, about engaging in student-led organisations, building real-world knowled...
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IN-DEPTH: How is climate change law paving the way for the future? W/ Paul Govind and Mark McVeigh
August 03, 2021 01:20 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MBIn our last episode of Season 4 on Climate Change, Josh chats to Paul Govind and Mark McVeigh on how climate change and the law are increasingly intertwined through both environmental litigation and community-led activism. Paul is a Lecturer at the Centre for Environmental Law at Macquarie University Law School; his research and interest focussing on the relationship between climate adaptation, extinction, responsibility and environmental law. Josh and Paul discuss climate litigation, how t...
THE WRAP-UP: Haiti’s competing Prime Ministers. China’s vaccine woes. Secret trials in Cuba. Russia’s weaponised gas pipeline.
July 26, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 53.8 MBJoshua and Hugh’s fortnightly chat about news from around the world is here! Join us as we discuss: The battle between Haiti’s rival PMs, following President Moise’s assassination. Why the Sinovac vaccine is causing headaches for China and the world. The fallout from the biggest Cuban protests in 27 years. How a gas pipeline could help Russia cripple Eastern Europe. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Do you have a tip for how we can improve? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, w...
IN-DEPTH: What does climate change have to do with the Egypto-Ethiopian Nile dispute and the internationalisation of the Amazon? W/ Anet McClintock & Professor Stephen M. Walt.
July 19, 2021 21:00 - 24 minutes - 56.2 MBEmma and Gen chat with Anet McClintock and Professor Stephen M. Walt on the convergence of conflict and climate change on a global scale. Anet is completing her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in International Relations and German at the University of Melbourne and is also a Senior Correspondent at the Young Diplomats Society, with a particular interest in Africa, development, gender and international security. Stephen M. Walt is the Robert and Renée Belfer Professor of International Affairs at t...
THE WRAP-UP: Lebanon’s ‘social explosion’. South Africa’s ex-President in jail. The rise of private armies. France’s climate constitution.
July 13, 2021 07:09 - 26 minutes - 60.1 MBJoshua and Hugh’s fortnightly chat about news from around the world is here! Join us as we discuss: Why Lebanon is facing a 'social explosion'. The dramatic arrest of former South African President Jacob Zuma. A plan to turn Ukraine into a mercenary hub. Controversy as France tries to fight climate change via its constitution. Are you enjoying Global Questions? Do you have a tip for how we can improve? Got an idea for an upcoming episode? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Head to our s...
IN-DEPTH: How is climate change affecting the developing world? W/Anna Gero
July 05, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBJosh chats to Anna Gero about how climate change is affecting the developing world. Anna is a research principal at the University of Technology Sydney's Institute for Sustainable Futures, her work focuses on the intersection between climate change adaptation, disaster risk management and development in the Asia-Pacific region. In this episode Josh and Anna discuss: How climate change has diverse impacts and is a threat multiplier in the developing world How wealthy and developed countri...