The Global List/S2Ep8/ Argentina/Milei-One Year Later

Javier Milei swept into the Argentinian Presidency on the back of a populist and popular yet controversial movement. But what has happened so far (one year in) and what does the future hold? How does Milei’s economic prescription fit in the political and economic history of Argentina? Join us for a brand new episode of The Global List Podcast (click here to access it on Spotify) and an in-depth conversation with Prof. Matías Vernengo, Full Professor at Bucknell University, and the Director of the Bucknell Institute for Public Policy (BIPP). You can find and subscribe to The Global List wherever you stream your podcasts (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Audible, Google, etc

Full Episode Summary: Javier Milei swept into the Argentinian Presidency on the back of a populist and popular yet controversial movement. But what has happened so far (one year in) and what does the future hold? How does Milei’s economic prescription fit in the political and economic history of Argentina? What lessons can we draw for Argentina, South America and the United States as Trump prepares to take office? What is the best and worst case scenario and what trends are taking shape right now? Join us for an in-depth conversation with Prof. Matías Vernengo, Full Professor at Bucknell University, and the Director of the Bucknell Institute for Public Policy (BIPP).

The Global List/S2Ep7/Future Materials/Plastic Waste/Spider Silk

We produce over 400m tonnes of plastic waste every year but what if you could convert that waste into ecofriendly spider silk and other materials? What if you could engineer a bacteria to digest and transform polyethylene plastic waste – the kind used in many single-use items – into a high-value protein product? This isn’t science fiction – it’s actual science. Join us (on Spotify or Apple Podcasts) for an informative and engaging conversation with Prof. Helen Zha and Prof. Mattheos Koffas (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) to learn more about their groundbreaking research. This is part of The Global List Podcast's ongoing “Future Materials” series, which examines innovative & sustainable breakthroughs in materials science, biomaterials, bioengineering, biotechnology and nanotechnology.

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The Global List/ S2Ep6/ MDMA, PTSD & Veterans

How is MDMA (ecstasy) helping veterans to overcome PTSD, and what does it mean for therapy in general? Join us for a very special episode of The Global List Podcast and an uplifting and inspiring conversation with Juliana Mercer, the Director of Public Policy for the nonprofit organization Healing Breakthrough, which advocates for system-wide adoption of MDMA-Assisted Therapy in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Click here to access the episode on Spotify. You can find and subscribe to The Global List wherever you stream your podcasts (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Audible, Google, etc).

The Global List/S2Ep5/Ukraine-Russia War Part 2

The Ukraine-Russia War, the largest armed conflict in Europe, since WW2, will reach the 2-year mark on February 24, 2024. It’s a critical milestone to assess the overall progress and what lies ahead. So, we flew to Berlin, Germany, for another in-depth and engaging conversation with Dr. Marina Miron of King’s College (London). This is a conversation you need to hear. Click here to access the episode on Spotify. You can find and subscribe to The Global List wherever you stream your podcasts (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Audible, Google, etc).

Episode Description:

The Ukraine-Russia War, the largest armed conflict in Europe, since WW2, will reach the 2-year mark on February 24, 2024. It’s a critical milestone to assess the overall progress and what lies ahead. So, we flew to Berlin, Germany, for another in-depth and engaging conversation with Dr. Marina Miron of King’s College (London). We covered a wide range of topics from Ukraine’s 2023 counteroffensive (what went right/wrong), the key lessons learned, relative strengths and weaknesses, strategic and tactical factors, the rapid advances in drone warfare, NATO’s challenges and opportunities, PMCs and the overall outlook for 2024. We also discuss Russia’s broader war and multipronged effort in geopolitical realignment, information/cyber warfare and active measures.

The Global List/S2Ep4/ Christmas Around the World

In honor of the holiday season, you're invited to a special episode of The Global List Podcast. Join us as we travel around the world to find the most interesting Christmas traditions, intriguing characters and fascinating customs. Our special guest is New York Times Bestselling author Alex Palmer. You can find/subscribe to The Global List Podcast on all major podcast platforms (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Audible, Amazon etc). Click below to access the episode on Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1e72lVqwElYl1zki7fPlgF

Episode Description:

Join us for a special, holiday-themed episode of The Global List Podcast as we travel around the world – from Germany to Spain to Scotland to the Bahamas – to find the most interesting Christmas traditions, intriguing characters and fascinating customs. Our special guest is Alex Palmer, the author of the New York Times Bestseller “The Santa Claus Man: The Rise and Fall of a Jazz Age Con Man and the Invention of Christmas” as well as “The Atlas of Christmas: The Merriest, Tastiest, Quirkiest Holiday Traditions from Around the World”. So grab some eggnog (or mulled wine), sit back and get ready for a Christmas journey unlike any other.

The Global List/S2Ep3/The Information Disorder War

How do you combat Misinformation, Disinformation and Malinformation in the age of Artificial Intelligence, Social Media and Hyper Partisanship? What lessons can we learn from Finland? Join as we travel to Spain to speak with Dr. Kari Kivinen and get his expert insights on the highly unique Finnish model and how to fight the Information Disorder. Click here to access this episode on Spotify. You can find and subscribe to The Global List wherever you stream your podcasts (e.g. Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Google, Castbox).

Episode Summary:

How do you tackle Misinformation, Disinformation, and Malinformation in the age of Artificial Intelligence, Social Media, and Hyper Partisanship? What tools can be used to fight “Information Disorder”? Why is Finland unique in this respect and how can you effectively teach digital & media literacy? Join us as we travel to Spain for an illuminating conversation with Dr. Kari Kivinen, one of the leading global experts on Misinformation & Disinformation. Dr. Kivinen is the former Secretary-General of the European School system and the ex-Head of the French-Finnish School of Helsinki where he championed the Finnish Curriculum, which teaches students how to identify Misinformation, Disinformation and Propaganda from the primary school level.

The Global List/S2Ep2/The Supply Chain Riddle

More than ever before, global companies are forced to deal with critical issues in the supply chain such as forced labor and conflict minerals. How can companies (especially manufacturers) guarantee responsible sourcing, gain visibility into the supply chain, effectively manage risks and ensure sustainability? In this second episode of season 2, we head to Washington, D.C. and the Democratic Republic of Congo, for an informative conversation with Jamie Wallisch of Assent. Click here to access the episode on Spotify.

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Episode Summary:

More than ever before, global companies are forced to deal with critical issues in the supply chain such as forced labor and conflict minerals. For example, the average smartphone contains more than 40 different minerals including four “conflict minerals (tin, tantalum, tungsten, gold). Cobalt, a critical component in lithium-ion batteries, is mostly produced in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has struggled with periodic violence and human rights abuses. So, how can companies (especially manufacturers) guarantee responsible sourcing, gain visibility into the supply chain, effectively manage risks and ensure sustainability? How can they keep up with emerging regulations as well as stakeholder expectations? As part of our “Sustainable Business” series, we traveled to Washington D.C. and the DRC to speak with Jamie Wallisch of Assent on the key trends, challenges, and opportunities.

The Global List/S2Ep1/Decoding Terrorism

Welcome to season 2 of The Global List Podcast! Stay tuned for more exciting adventures around the world as we head to new destinations in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.

We head to the UK for the first episode. Join us in London for an eye-opening conversation about radicalization and terrorism and de-radicalization. Our special guest isProf. Peter Neumann, Professor of Security Studies at the Department of War Studies, King’s College, and founder of the International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation. You can find and subscribe to The Global List wherever you stream your podcasts (e.g. Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Google, Castbox). Click here to access Spotify.

Episode Summary: How do you get inside the mind of an extremist? What are the building blocks of radicalization and what does de-radicalization look like? How is technology fueling extremism and what’s behind current trends in global and domestic terrorism? In this first episode of season 2, we fly to London for an eye-opening conversation with Prof. Peter Neumann, Professor of Security Studies at the Department of War Studies, King’s College, and founder of the International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation. It has been 22 years since the tragic September 11th attacks and launch of the Global War on Terror but there are old challenges and new threats to contend with – abroad and at home. Join us as we dig deeper into a complex topic that affects us all.

The Global List/Ep12/The Water Harvesters

The global water crisis is inextricably linked to climate change and it is intensifying. Currently, 771 million people in the world (1 in 10) lack access to clean water. By 2050, five billion people will face water shortages. So, can you “harvest” water to meet growing demand? How exactly can you “grow” H2O? It is an intriguing concept and the perfect topic for the season 1 finale of The Global List Podcast. Click below.

Spotify — Episode 12 of The Global List

This time around, we travel to Melbourne, Australia, to sit down with Terry Paule, Co-Founder and CEO of Botanical Water Technologies. Join us for an informative and thought-provoking conversation and find out why global water security is so critical; how Botanical Water Technologies is tackling the water crisis from India to California; and get the story behind the world’s first blockchain water trading platform. You can find/subscribe to The Global List Podcast on all major streaming platforms (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Audible etc.)

The Global List/Ep11/The Crypto Decoders

Join us for a brand new episode of The Global List Podcast. This time, we venture into the world of #cryptocurrency & #blockchain. Click the following link to access our Spotify channel: https://spoti.fi/3MnKM70. You can find/subscribe to The Global List Podcast on all major streaming platforms (e.g. Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Audible etc.).

Episode Summary:
The Crypto Decoders: The world of cryptocurrency continues to draw a lot of interest as well as controversy. But it is time to go beyond sensational headlines for some clear-minded, expert analysis. What are the mechanics of the blockchain infrastructure? What does decentralization mean? How did the banking crisis influence crypto's emergence and how has crypto evolved over the years? What will drive mainstream adoption and which new innovations are on the horizon? In this episode of The Global List, we travel to England for an informative conversation with Prof. Christopher Carr, a Lecturer based at the University of Exeter, specializing in cryptography and blockchain technology.