https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EEO7Wj2qXyJpfuZVLQSGx?si=cdc29f8e7544474b Brian is a geopolitical strategist and advisor publishing extensively on Sino-American relations, statecraft in Asia, and the intersection of nascent technologies, political philosophy, and public policy. Currently pursuing a DPhil in Political Theory at Balliol College, Oxford, Brian graduated with a Distinction in the MPhil in Politics (Theory) at Wolfson College, and First Class … Continue reading Making sense of Citizens’ responsibilities under Authoritarian States- On the Russian Invasion of Ukraine with Brian Wong
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https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WBhTcj7BuEp4TxP3daDV6?si=cb0f2b54df2f4ad5 The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander International Engagement Organisation (ATSIIEO) is a pioneering international development group founded and led by Jesse T Martin of the Wagadagam and Yuin peoples and Jack Collard, a proud Nyoongar man with cultural and ancestral ties to Whadjuk and Balladong country. Joined with them is Adam Hegedus, a Master … Continue reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Engagement in International Development with Jesse T Martin and Jack Collard
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yDRlgQfrGmY0u27D1350N?si=b20e18982b0445f5 In recent years there has been a rise of right-wing extremism and radicalisation which has had an effect on mainstream politics and attitudes in society. Are our governments doing enough to combat this? What does it mean for the development of our societies? In this episode we discuss the topic with Dr Daniel Koehler, … Continue reading The Repercussions of the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism with Dr Daniel Koehler
The Refugee Crisis has been an ongoing phenomenon these past few years especially, one which continuously makes the news in various formats. But what are the implications of being a refugee, and how does Britain especially deal with this? In this episode, Sara Al Soodi interviews immigration and asylum barrister Colin Yeo on this topic, … Continue reading Colin Yeo: On Refugees in Our Current Society
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jrqs6HtBFEbTFOVsPwGjK?si=KS0XmPe9ThmjHaDhIz2q-Q Marnie speaks with Andrea Filippi who works for PeaceWomen Across the Globe. The organisation was launched in 2005 and is committed to the active participation of women in peace processes and to a peaceful and secure world for all. In this episode we discuss their projects in Palestine and Ukraine as well as looking … Continue reading Feminism and Development: How can women get involved with peace negotiations?
On this podcast, our Events Director, Zilun, speaks to Prof. Julien-François Gerber about the viability of degrowth for developing countries. They discuss in depth how changing the way we measure and understand development beyond measures of economic growth can help tackle important issues developing countries face. Podcast by Zilun Lin. Music by Lorcan Cudlip Cook. … Continue reading Is Degrowth working in the developing world? With Julien-François Gerber
This week, our Co-President, Helena, speaks with Steve Killelea about the topic of his latest book, Peace in the Age of Chaos. The book is available at a 40% discount to OxSID members. Send us a message to receive the discount code! Expect discussion of the application of systems thinking to sustainable development; the relationship … Continue reading Discussing peace in the age of chaos with Global Peace Index created Steve Killelea
In this week’s podcast, our event director, Zilun, talk about ‘degrowth’, the radical idea which tries to understand development beyond economic growth. Instead, degrowth focuses on sustainability, equality, fairness and justices alongside simple measures of economic prosperity. To supporters of degrowth, it is the way to understand development holistically and with a sharper focus on … Continue reading What is Degrowth? A radical overhaul of how we do development with Dr. Giacomo D’Alisa
How can people be empowered through community-led development? In this episode, Esther, our Europe Events Officer, speaks with Naomi Muando, the regional manager of ACET Uganda in Mbale. During the interview, they talk about ACET as an organisation and Naomi’s role there. There is a discussion about the community-led initiatives designed to prevent the transmission … Continue reading Sustainable Development: Education, training and community-led projects with Naomi Muando
We need to look deeper into the coverage of COVID-19 in Africa. From vaccination rates to incentivising policies, is there a disconnect between the coverage and what is happening on the ground? Even for journalists working within Africa, there is a delicate balance between maintaining the integrity of news and taking into account the impact … Continue reading 1 year, 9% vaccinated (Part 2): Exploring the media’s portrayal of Covid-19 in Africa with Peter Mwai
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