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Conversation Changers

Salzburg Global
United States
China
Europe
Artificial Intelligence
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Salzburg Global
Migration
Public Health
Social Media
Trust In Healthcare
Donald Trump
Vaccines
Russia
Ukraine
European Union
Global Issues
Disability Rights
Cultural Differences In Health Decisions
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Change begins with conversation. For over 75 years, Salzburg Global has brought together diverse voices at Schloss Leopoldskron to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. Now, we’re opening the doors even wider. Introducing Conversation Changers — our brand new podcast where thought leaders, artists, policymakers, and change-makers from around the globe come together to reframe dialogue, expl... more

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In this episode, we’re continuing our conversation on disability rights, but this time shifting the focus to the South Caucasus. Georgia, a post-Soviet candidate for European Union membership, finds itself navigating a critical transitional period. W... more

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What does it truly mean to be recognised by the state, and what are the perilous consequences for minority populations when they are left out of the data that shapes public policy?

In this episode of Conversation Changers, host Eric Olander explores... more

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How can the international community navigate the deeply fractured relationship between the United States and Iran amidst a backdrop of historic mistrust, regional conflicts, and shifting geopolitical alliances?

In this episode of Conversation Change... more

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How can we empower the next generation to shape their future amidst a backdrop of global uncertainty, rapid technological change, and shifting educational paradigms?

In this episode of Conversation Changers, host Eric Olander explores the evolving l... more

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Esma Gumberidze
Salzburg Global Fellow, Human Rights Defender, Disability Rights Activist, Citizen Journalist, Blogger
Salzburg Global / Georgia
Episode: Georgia’s Fight for Disability Rights with Esma Gumberidze
Shameer Rishad
Salzburg Global Fellow and founder of the Javed Abdi Foundation in India
Javed Abdi Foundation
Episode: Being Counted: Disability Rights in India with Shameer Rishad
Ali Vaez
Director of the Iran Project of Crisis Group
Crisis Group
Episode: The Future of US-Iran Relations with Ali Vaez
Gloria Figueroa
General Director, San José de Las Vegas School (Colombia)
San José de Las Vegas School
Episode: Student Activism and the Future of Education with Alison Bellwood & Gloria Figueroa
Alison Bellwood
Director at Project Everyone
Project Everyone
Episode: Student Activism and the Future of Education with Alison Bellwood & Gloria Figueroa
Shizuka Nagahama
Salzburg Global Fellow and project lead with the Japan side of the network
Tonari; Salzburg Global Seminar
Episode: Tech, Migration, and the Fight Against Isolation with Shizuka 'Zucca' Nagahama & Sanchari Chandra
Sanchari Chandra
Independent Indian researcher and social scientist
Salzburg Global Seminar
Episode: Tech, Migration, and the Fight Against Isolation with Shizuka 'Zucca' Nagahama & Sanchari Chandra
Amanda Lovelee
Parks Ambassador at the Metropolitan Council in Minneapolis; artist and translator between government and communities
Metropolitan Council, Minneapolis
Episode: Resistance and The Power of Neighbouring with Amanda Lovelee & Carl Swanson
Carl Swanson
Founder of Cast Consulting, organizational facilitation and strategy
Cast Consulting
Episode: Resistance and The Power of Neighbouring with Amanda Lovelee & Carl Swanson

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Eric Olander
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Georgia’s Fight for Disability Rights with Esma Gumberidze
Q: How has political backsliding affected disability organizations and advocates?
Civil society faces foreign-agent disclosures and funding constraints, reducing their capacity to provide services and to advocate effectively, which in turn lowers visibility and policy impact.
Georgia’s Fight for Disability Rights with Esma Gumberidze
Q: How is Georgia's progress toward EU alignment affecting disability rights on the ground?
There is a mismatch between EU policy rhetoric and actual practice, with reforms promised but not fully implemented, especially in accessibility, social services, and meaningful participation in public life.
Peace Through Power: The Pragmatic Origins of the UN with Lukas Haynes
Q: What challenges and reforms does the guest see as essential for the UN to remain effective in a multipolar world?
Key challenges include inclusivity and reform of permanent memberships to reflect current power dynamics (e.g., India, Brazil), managing the tension between national sovereignty and multinational cooperation, and potentially relocating some agencies to distribute the UN's administrative footprint while preserving core decision-making in New York.
Peace Through Power: The Pragmatic Origins of the UN with Lukas Haynes
Q: What was the core purpose behind the creation of the UN according to the guest, and how did military leaders influence its formation?
Military leaders and wartime strategists pushed for a pragmatic framework that could manage great-power competition and deter major conflict, rather than an idealistic world government; their input shaped the charter, the Security Council, and the acceptance of a veto to keep major powers engaged and prevent another World War III.
Navigating the New Frontier of AI and Creativity with Micaela Mantegna
Q: What do you want us to think differently about regarding creativity and AI?
I want to change the conversation about copyright on AI.

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This show centers conversations with researchers, policymakers, journalists, and practitioners who are grappling with big-picture issues—from geopolitics and diplomacy to education, technology, and social change. Episodes frequently blend historical context with forward-looking analysis, offering nuanced takes on complex topics like US-Iran diplomacy, China's rise, AI's impact on creativity and education, and how communities organize and adapt in the face of social challenges. A notable strength is pairing field-driven insights (education reform, migrant well-being, conservation, civic resilience) with high-level policy and governance perspectives, often featuring multi-disciplinary guests who bring both practical experience and academic or... more

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1. Esma Gumberidze
2. Shameer Rishad
3. Ali Vaez
4. Gloria Figueroa
5. Alison Bellwood
6. Shizuka Nagahama
7. Sanchari Chandra
8. Amanda Lovelee

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