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EU Scream

EU Scream
European Union
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Germany
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Marine Le Pen
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Hungary
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Politics podcast from Brussels

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Straight talk on what's behind the news, recorded live at the Full Circle in Brussels.

Katrin Prybil of Reportrois explains how the far right's wins in German state elections will slow EU policymaking. Katrin also speculates about why European Comm... more

A revolt against modern-day monopolization is brewing in Europe. Among the responses is creation of a New Competition School to challenge the European Commission's deference to corporate power under the influence of the so-called Chicago School. Led ... more

How did far-right politics go mainstream so quickly? Pundits frequently cite distrust of elites, concerns about migration, and economic anxieties. But these factors alone don't adequately explain how illiberalism and identitarianism spread so rapidly... more

Make no mistake: the far right's push for remigration — the mass removal of non-European immigrants, and of certain minority citizens too — is both serious and strategic. Yes, the European mainstream is still resisting it, and anti-Nazis and pro-Euro... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Shaxson
author and journalist and co-founder of the New Competition School
New Competition School
Episode: Ep.133: How the EU Learned to Love the Chicago School
Dusan Gajci
Fellow journalist, EU correspondent
Episode: Ep.130: Live Behind the News on Disinfo, Deportations, Corruption
Dries Buytaert
Founder of Drupal, open source advocate
Acquia (Drupal founder)
Episode: Ep.129: Sovereignty and Software
Peter Van Aelst
Professor at the University of Antwerp; founding member of the Movements and Politics Research Group on Relationships between Media, Politics and Citizens in the Digital Age
University of Antwerp
Episode: Political Communication in the New Age of Spectacle
Bas Eickhout
Co-leader of the Greens in the European Parliament, EP member
Greens/European Parliament
Episode: Ep.127: One Energy Shock After Another
Philippe Van Parijs
Philosopher specializing in basic income theory
University of Louvain, Leuven; Harvard; Oxford
Episode: Ep.126: Freedom in the Age of the Algorithm
Emmanuel Achiri
A de-colonial scholar and policy and advocacy advisor at the European Network Against Racism.
European Network Against Racism
Episode: Ep.125: The Geopolitics of Whiteness
Leo Varadkar
Former Prime Minister of Ireland
Episode: Ep.122: Anti-LGBT as a Strategic Threat
Rémy Bonny
Human rights advocate focusing on LGBTQI+ issues in Europe
Forbidden Colours
Episode: Ep.122: Anti-LGBT as a Strategic Threat

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James Kanter
Host of EU Scream live show; guides discussion and introduces guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • Consistently excellent & informative

    As a former ex-pat in Europe, EU Scream is my go-to podcast for keeping up with current political themes in Europe. Episodes often provide just enough historical context to help frame today’s issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BosMuc
    United States17 days ago
  • Bester unabhängiger Podcast über politische Themen von Europäischer Tragweite

    Ich schätze Ihre fundierte und dennoch sehr zugängliche journalistische Beiträge zu politische Themen, die eine hohe Relevanz für die Bürger*innen der EU haben! Ihre Interviewgäste haben mir geholfen, neue Perspektiven zu viele Fragen zu gewinnen. Die Qualität Ihrer Sendungen hat sich in den letzten Jahren deutlich gesteigert. Thank you and keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdelWadl
    Austria4 months ago
  • Great progressive, critical comments on the EU

    The latest episode on whiteness is brilliant as are many of the episodes of this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Salma W K
    Belgium7 months ago
  • Excellent, much needed podcast

    Excellent and much needed discussion of EU politics and policy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulBismuth
    France9 months ago
  • Trusted, diverse voices on EU news that matters!

    Tired of the same old mansplaining experts? EU scream is a trusted and much-needed news channel on EU affairs. Curated with real, diverse and under-represented voices. Episodes cover must-listen topics and the 'elephants in the room' that aren't talked about. Listen, share and support this independent, high quality journalism!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AniRyng
    Belgium2 years ago

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Fans note high-quality interviews and incisive policy analysis.
Many appreciate the independent, non-mainstream journalism angle and willingness to challenge power.
Listeners praise the rigorous, accessible EU coverage and diverse guest voices.

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#58
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep.129: Sovereignty and Software
Q: Is Europe aiming for a EuroStack, and will that be enough to compete with American and Chinese tech giants?
A EuroStack is a step toward sovereignty but needs to be part of a broader strategy that includes robust antitrust measures, procurement mandates for open source, and investment in European R&D to truly compete and avoid lock-in.
Ep.129: Sovereignty and Software
Q: What about the Cloud Act and US access to data—does open source on US clouds actually protect European data?
Licensing and governance help protect software independence, but data sovereignty requires layered protection, including ensuring critical data is stored in European infrastructure or governed by Europe-wide rules while recognizing that hosting on US clouds can still pose legal access risks.
Ep.129: Sovereignty and Software
Q: Dries, how do you see open source strengthening Europe's sovereignty in practice?
Open source serves as a structural check on power by allowing forking, community governance, and transparent security reviews, which together create a more controllable and auditable software stack, independent of any single vendor.
Ep.127: One Energy Shock After Another
Q: What are the core priorities for Europe to address the current energy shock?
The guest emphasizes binding electrification targets, accelerated renewables deployment, improved energy efficiency, and keeping political pressure on leaders to implement a green transition despite short-term price pressures.
Ep.126: Freedom in the Age of the Algorithm
Q: Why should we consider universal basic income if it could reshape labor participation?
UBI can empower individuals by reducing the reliance on means-testing and reducing the unemployment trap, while accompanying universal public services and lifelong learning to support a transition rather than a mere income transfer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EU Scream

What is EU Scream about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, this show focuses on European Union politics, policy, and power dynamics, often pairing high-stakes issues (disinformation, migration, energy geopolitics, digital sovereignty) with sharp interviews and live panel conversations. Topics frequently center on EU governance, regulatory approaches, climate and energy strategy, and the pressures facing liberal democracies from emerging far-right movements, tech policy, and global geopolitics. A recurring strength is hosting guests from journalism, academia, government, and advocacy to dissect complex EU affairs in accessible language, with a willingness to challenge conventional narratives and highlight underrepresented perspectives. The format often blends expert analysis ... more

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Recent guests on EU Scream include:

1. Nicholas Shaxson
2. Dusan Gajci
3. Dries Buytaert
4. Peter Van Aelst
5. Bas Eickhout
6. Philippe Van Parijs
7. Emmanuel Achiri
8. Leo Varadkar

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