On Geopolitics

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On Geopolitics enters a new chapter with the introduction of two new hosts: Professors William Hurst and John Nilsson-Wright. John hosts “Currents”, engaging guests from diverse sectors including government, academia, media, science, and business, to explore topical global issues and events. Meanwhile Bill hosts “Explorations”, which will present a series of in-depth discussions and analyses of bi... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	93	Founded	5 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	HistoryNewsPolitics

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Ambitious Allies: How Japan and the Republic of Korea are responding to the challenge of Donald Trump

John Nilsson-Wright talks with Noah Sneider, the Economist’s bureau chief in Japan, on the ways in which the United States' two key Asian allies are adapting to an increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment, both in confronting hostile foreign p... more

1 Jul 2026 • 39 min • Most popular

On Geopolitics, Explorations on War – Episode 15

In this concluding episode of the On Geopolitics Explorations: War series, Professor William Hurst returns to the question that he began with: what is war? He pulls this thread through a review of the many themes and ideas explored with his guests th... more

22 Jun 2026 • 26 min • Popular

Explorations on War - Episode 14, With Ayşe Zarakol

Professor William Hurst is joined by Ayşe Zarakol, Professor of International Relations at the University of Cambridge. They discuss how empire models and concepts of international orders have shifted over time. They also consider how history and his... more

8 Jun 2026 • 36 min

Currents - Conflict & Neuroscience: How The Brain Shapes War And How War Shapes The Brain, with Dr Nick Wright

Professor John Nilsson-Wright talks to Dr Nick Wright, a neuroscientist and adviser to the Pentagon Joint Staff who researches the brain, technology and security at University College London, Georgetown University, the Center for Strategic and Intern... more

29 May 2026 • 40 min

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Recent Guests

Ayşe Zarakol

Professor of international relations at the University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 14, With Ayşe Zarakol

Nicholas Wright

Dr. Nicholas Wright, Senior Research Fellow, neuroscientist and cross-disciplinary thinker on conflict

University College London; Georgetown University; National Defence University (Washington, DC)

Episode: Currents - Conflict & Neuroscience: How The Brain Shapes War And How War Shapes The Brain, with Dr Nick Wright

Tang Shiping

Distinguished professor of international relations at Fudan University, Shanghai

Fudan University

Episode: Explorations - War, Episode 13, with Tang Shiping

Sir Robin Niblett

Former Director and Chief Executive of Chatham House; distinguished fellow and advisor

Chatham House; CSIS; Asia Society Policy Institute

Episode: Currents - Episode 4: British foreign policy in a disorderly World, with Sir Robin Niblett

Ron Hassner

Chancellor's Professor of Political Science and Helen Diller Family Chair in Israel Studies

University of California, Berkeley

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 12, with Ron Hassner

Peter Trubowtiz

Professor of International Relations and Director of the Phelan US Centre at the London School of Economics

London School of Economics

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 10, with Peter Trubowitz

Caroline Baxter

Director of the Converging Risks Lab at the Council on Strategic Risks; former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force Education and Training; longtime Rand researcher

Council on Strategic Risks; Rand Corporation

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 9, with Caroline Baxter

Ian Hurd

Professor of Political Science at Northwestern University

Northwestern University

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 8, with Prof Ian Hurd

Dr. Lauren Sukin

John G. Winant Associate Professor of US Foreign Policy at Oxford

University of Oxford

Episode: Explorations on War - Episode 7, with Dr Lauren Sukin

Hosts

John Nilsson-Wright

Host of Currents, engaging guests from government, academia, media, science, and business to explore topical global issues and events.

Bill Hurst

Host of Explorations, conducting in-depth analyses of big ideas and enduring themes—beginning with discussions on War.

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Apple Podcasts	#226	United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#53	Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#26	Japan/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#145	Philippines/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#202	Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts	#240	Netherlands/News/Politics

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Currents - Conflict & Neuroscience: How The Brain Shapes War And How War Shapes The Brain, with Dr Nick Wright

Q: Could you give us an overview of your 10-region brain model and how it informs our understanding of conflict?

The model starts at the brain stem and travels through 10 regions up to the frontal pole, showing that fear, misperception, and planning are all embedded in brain architecture; there isn't a single driver of conflict—it's the interaction of many regions that predisposes humans toward conflict, but we can learn to balance them and improve decision-making.

Currents - Episode 4: British foreign policy in a disorderly World, with Sir Robin Niblett

Q: So maybe as a first question, do you think it's fair to characterize his foreign policy as having been successful in that respect in terms of that ability to put Britain back at the centre of foreign policy decision-making?

The guest argues that Starmer has been unusually active on the world stage and that Britain's posture has remained consistent on key issues like Ukraine, while domestic politics have driven debate about how proactive the UK should be. The answer suggests a mix of continuity and active leadership, with emphasis on multilateralism and convening capacity, and notes that success should be read in the context of traditional alliance commitments rather than dramatic shifts.

Explorations on War - Episode 8, with Prof Ian Hurd

Q: What are the ways international rules might constrain behavior and reduce war or guide its conduct?

Norms and rules shape the way leaders categorize and justify actions, influence military doctrine and domestic accountability, and create a framework that can steer states toward more legitimate or restrained behavior, even if enforcement remains imperfect.

Explorations on War - Episode 7, with Dr Lauren Sukin

Q: Can you provide a coherent framework to understand the interaction between domestic politics and international institutional context in relation to war prevention?

It is complex and contextual, requiring an understanding of both domestic and international influences on a leader's decision-making.

Explorations on War - Episode 7, with Dr Lauren Sukin

Q: How do institutions work to stomp a war through some kind of arrangement?

Institutions aim to set up a world where the peaceful option is preferable by changing the incentive structures that govern state behavior.

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4. Sir Robin Niblett
5. Ron Hassner
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