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Chain Reaction

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Russia
Ukraine
NATO
Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Women's Activism
Kyrgyzstan
Patriarchy In Russia
Foreign Agents Law
Georgia
Civil Society
Iran
Vladimir Putin
Women In Academia
Election Integrity
Russo-Ukrainian War
Ebrahim Raisi
Collective Memory In the Baltics
Medieval Commemoration
War Crimes
Historical Trends In Women's Roles

Chain Reaction is the Foreign Policy Research Institute’s flagship network of podcast series examining the political, security, economic, and social trends shaping our world. Throughout the year we are talking with experts about developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine, the new European security order, defense and geopolitical issues in the Baltic States, as well as current and future national secu... more

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Welcome back to the Ties That Bind. This week, we are looking further south along NATO’s eastern flank at Romania.

Romania has long advocated for increased NATO and US presence in the Black Sea. Since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the import... more

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In a rapidly evolving world where Washington might not have the same sway it used to, how should the US best position itself? Who are the “schools” or “camps” contesting the direction of foreign policy. In this episode of The Continent, Emma Ashford ... more

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Welcome back to the Ties That Bind.

This season, we are looking at NATO from a bit of a different vantage point, specifically that of the frontline states.

How are frontline states investing in and planning for their defense? How are they thinking... more

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Introducing our new monthly podcast series, Behind the Front, which features conversations with industry experts on challenges and opportunities facing the technology, space, and national security sectors.

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Recent Guests

Antonia Colibasanu
Senior Geopolitical Analyst at Geopolitical Futures, Associate Professor at the Romanian National University of Political Studies and Public Administration, Senior Fellow at FPRI
Geopolitical Futures
Episode: On the Coasts of Conflict | Romania in NATO
Eusebiu Slavitescu
European Defense Analyst with various positions at the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Episode: On the Coasts of Conflict | Romania in NATO
Dr. Alina Bargaoanu
Communications expert and professor at the College of Communication and Public Relations at the Romanian National University of Political Studies and Public Administration
Romanian National University of Political Studies and Public Administration
Episode: On the Coasts of Conflict | Romania in NATO
Emma Ashford
Senior fellow at the Stimson Center and columnist at Foreign Policy
Stimson Center
Episode: The Multipolar, the Merrier: US Foreign Policy in a Brave New World
Jakub Romaniuk
FBI Fellow and Program Director at the Warsaw-based Foundation Institute for Eastern Studies
Foundation Institute for Eastern Studies
Episode: For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Tomasz Szatkowski
Former Deputy Minister of Defense and Ambassador to NATO; discussed Poland's Strategic Defense Review
Episode: For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Anna Fotyga
Former Polish Foreign Minister and NATO Reflection Group member, discussed Poland's role within NATO
Episode: For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Scott Gilloon
Sector Vice President of Air Force Strategic Development and Capability Assessments at General Atomics.
General Atomics
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Fabrice Deprez
A French journalist based in Kyiv, currently working as a Ukraine reporter with the Financial Times.
Financial Times
Episode: Kyiv Dispatch

Hosts

Aaron Schwartzbaum
Host of various podcasts including Bear Market Brief and Chain Reaction, focusing on geopolitical issues and military affairs.
Dr. Bob Hamilton
Head of Eurasia Research at FPRI, focused on geopolitical dynamics in the region.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • Informative and extremely relevant

    Chain Reaction is a fantastic podcast. I would suggest it to anyone interested in geopolitics and/or war, and even if you’re not. The issues that are discussed are very timely. The guests are all experts in their field and opinions are as apolitical as possible in this day and age. Check it out if you haven’t already!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jacsta1234
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    3 years ago
  • Just Okay

    B-Tier. Not S or A tier, but still worth occasionally including in your podcast rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CEH_95
    Canada4 years ago
  • Excellent source of information

    Very in-depth Podcast on Ukraine conflict.

    They also cover other topics, but I just discovered them because of Rob Lee.

    Thanks for your work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dkkdjykdkdbyjis
    Germany4 years ago

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For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Q: What should Americans understand about Poland's contributions and role in transatlantic security?
Poland plays a critical role in defending the Eastern flank of NATO and is committed to supporting Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of maintaining NATO as a united alliance.
For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Q: How has Poland's defense strategy evolved within NATO over the years?
Poland has moved from being a recipient to a contributor of security, highlighting its commitment to collective defense and modernization efforts.
For Our Freedom and Yours | Poland in NATO
Q: What is the sentiment domestically about the recent drone incursions?
The sentiment is not positive and is marked by serious concerns regarding security and future stability in Poland.
Kyiv Dispatch
Q: Is there a willingness for territorial concessions in peace negotiations?
While there is a desire for peace, many Ukrainians are not willing to concede territory, as it would feel like a betrayal to those who have already died for their country.
Kyiv Dispatch
Q: What is the general mood in Ukraine currently?
People are feeling exhausted while trying to cope with the war; some are attempting to detach themselves from it to preserve their mental health.

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2. Eusebiu Slavitescu
3. Dr. Alina Bargaoanu
4. Emma Ashford
5. Jakub Romaniuk
6. Tomasz Szatkowski
7. Anna Fotyga
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