North Korea Security & Geopolitics – Yangmo Ku | 2024 Ep. 29

North Korea Security & Geopolitics – Yangmo Ku | 2024 Ep. 29

In this interview, Professor Yangmo Ku explores the complexities of North and South Korean relations, addressing issues such as North Korea’s nuclear threat, arms build-up, and shifting perceptions of South Korea. The discussion covers regional dynamics, including North Korea’s cooperation…

India – Japan Relations – Srabani Roy Choundhury | 2024 Ep. 28

India – Japan Relations – Srabani Roy Choundhury | 2024 Ep. 28

In this interview, Dr. Srabani Roy Choudhury discusses the evolving dynamics of India-Japan relations in the Indo-Pacific, covering strategic initiatives like SAGAR, Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific vision, and defence cooperation. Key topics include the impact of Taiwan, Japan’s defence…

EU Foreign Policy and IR Theories – Knud Erik Jørgensen | 2024 Ep. 16

EU Foreign Policy and IR Theories – Knud Erik Jørgensen | 2024 Ep. 16

In this insightful interview, Professor Knud Erik Jørgensen discusses the connections between EU foreign policy and international relations (IR) theories. He explains the theoretical foundations of EU multilateralism, the impact of reduced globalisation, and how crises in multilateralism are addressed…

Chinese Theories of International Relations – Ferran Pérez Mena | 2024 Ep. 11

Chinese Theories of International Relations – Ferran Pérez Mena | 2024 Ep. 11

Explore the major contemporary schools of thought in Chinese international relations, including the Shanghai and Tsinghua Schools, and understand their theoretical foundations and key concepts like “Moral Realism” and Chinese exceptionalism with Dr Ferran Pérez Mena. Learn how traditional Chinese…

Chemical and Biological Weapons – Brett Edwards | 2024 Ep. 7

Chemical and Biological Weapons – Brett Edwards | 2024 Ep. 7

In this enlightening interview, Dr. Brett Edwards, an expert in chemical and biological weapons, describes the history, current capabilities, and future challenges associated with these formidable weapons systems. Dr. Edwards discusses the evolution of chemical and biological warfare, the verification…

Why to Study International Relations (for Russian students) – Igor Suvorov | 2023 Ep. 29

Why to Study International Relations (for Russian students) – Igor Suvorov | 2023 Ep. 29

In the current geopolitical landscape, more than 50,000 Russian students are studying abroad, and many choose to hide their identity. Additionally, there are many Russian university lecturers; for those who have left Russia, finding suitable job opportunities can be particularly…