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A bi-weekly policy podcast based out of the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. The Oxford Policy Pod explores pressing policy issues around the globe and is produced by students reading for a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government. The podcast explores contemporary policy challenges that policymakers face all over the world, and taps into the rich di... more

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Emiliana Vegas is one of Latin America’s leading voices in education policy. Originally from Venezuela, she studied at Harvard and went on to senior roles at the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, where—as Division Chief of Education... more

Jana Bischler is the focal point for social protection and climate change at the International Labour Organization (ILO), where she works with governments worldwide to design systems that protect people from climate shocks and support long-term resil... more

Vinod Karate is Project Director for State Reform at the Central Square Foundation where he helps drive India’s landmark NIPUN Bharat Mission to ensure every child can read, write, and count by age ten. From an early career in investment banking to s... more

From community-led forest conservation in Odisha to negotiating at the United Nations, Archana Soreng embodies how lived experience can reshape global climate policy. An Indigenous climate leader from India’s Kharia tribe, Archana served on the UN Se... more

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Recent Guests

Emiliana Vegas
One of Latin America's leading experts in education policy.
Episode: Changing Education Through International Development Organisations with Emiliana Vegas
Jana Bischler
Focal point for social protection and climate change at the International Labour Organization
International Labour Organization
Episode: Social Protection and Climate Change: Building Resilience and Reducing Vulnerability with Jana Bischler
Vinod Karate
Leads state reform work at Central Square Foundation, specializing in education sector reform.
Central Square Foundation
Episode: From Classrooms to Systems: Scaling Foundational Literacy and Numeracy in India with Vinod Karate
Archana Soreng
Indigenous youth leader from the Khadiya tribe in India, climate advocate
Rockefeller Foundation's Climate Advisory Council
Episode: Climate Policy from the Ground Up: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge, Youth Leadership and Climate Justice with Archana Soreng
Julia Mhumuza
A passionate advocate for women's leadership and education from Uganda
Blavatnik School of Government
Episode: Something's Brewing with Julia
Kartikeya Nitin Desai
CEO of Desai & Associates and leader in impact investment and innovative finance in India
Desai & Associates
Episode: Financing for Gender and Climate Impact
Diana Rodríguez Franco
Former Secretary for Women in Bogotá and current Special Advisor on Gender and Diversity at the Inter-American Development Bank
Inter-American Development Bank
Episode: The Future of Care
Janna Bishlo
Focal point for social protection and climate change at the ILO's Universal Social Protection Department
International Labour Organization
Episode: Between Evidence and Action: Rethinking How Education Reforms Really Happen
Alexandra Gallo
Master of Public Policy candidate at Oxford and a distinguished policy maker
Episode: Empowering Communities Through Environmental Justice

Host

Ashma Gulati
MPP student and host at the Blavatnik School of Government, India.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • A “must-do” if you want to do an MPP

    Oxford MPP students produce this podcast. Every week, they invite experts to discuss some of the most pressing topics of public policy worldwide

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luthien18
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • A good hard look

    Excellent synthesis of the most pressing issues in our society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    garghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Engaging discussions on pressing global policy issues.
High-quality insights from knowledgeable guests and hosts.
Reflects a strong academic perspective while making topics accessible.

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Changing Education Through International Development Organisations with Emiliana Vegas
Q: What piece of advice could you give a young professional just graduating from a public policy school?
Nurture networks, focus on connections rather than just grades, and don't be shy in seeking help from mentors or peers.
Changing Education Through International Development Organisations with Emiliana Vegas
Q: What would you say are the unfinished business, like the deuda pendientes that Latin America still faces today?
Latin America struggles with inequality and lack of inclusion through democratic processes. Education is essential for economic productivity and citizen engagement.
Climate Policy from the Ground Up: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge, Youth Leadership and Climate Justice with Archana Soreng
Q: What should policymakers consider before implementing climate action plans?
They should see Indigenous people as important stakeholders and ensure their participation in decision-making processes.
Climate Policy from the Ground Up: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge, Youth Leadership and Climate Justice with Archana Soreng
Q: How do you see where the climate policy discourse stands as of today?
Indigenous peoples have only recently been highlighted in climate discussions, and while there has been some progress, there is still a long way to go in terms of fair inclusion.
Something's Brewing with Julia
Q: What is your biggest challenge during your political journey?
Julia reflects on experiencing burnout, dealing with threats, and the pressure of proving herself as a female leader.

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