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OTT Podcast

On Think Tanks
Think Tanks
Democracy
European Union
Western Balkans
Serbia
Political Polarization
Myanmar
Hungary
Foreign Policy
Public Policy
Disinformation
Poland
Civil Society
Far Right Funding
Political Context
Social Media Regulation
Budapest Institute
INESS (institute Of Economic and Social Studies)
Student-Led Think Tanks
International Relations

OTT Podcast brings you interviews and discussions with leading thinktankers. Follow us on onthinktanks.org

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In this OTT Talks episode, co-hosts Enrique Mendizabal and Goran Buldioski interview Scarlett Varga, Secretary General of Bruegel, about how an economic think tank navigates Europe’s shifting political and economic context.

Scarlett argues that “neu... more

In this episode, co-hosts Enrique Mendizabal and Goran Buldioski interview Mario Holzner, Executive Director of the Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw), about conducting economic research on Central, East and Southeast Europe f... more

In this episode, co-hosts Enrique Mendizabal and Goran Buldioski interview Richard Durana, co-founder and director of INESS (Institute of Economic and Social Studies) in Slovakia.

Richard describes his move from chemistry to economics and how INESS ... more

In this episode of OTT Talks, Enrique Mendizabal hosts David Watson, former Director of Communications at Chatham House and seasoned UK policymaker, in a conversation exploring David’s extensive background in government and think tanks.

David reflec... more

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Mario Holzner
Executive Director of the Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (WIIW)
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (WIIW)
Episode: Leading the Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies: Mario Holzner on economic think tanks, funding, and independence
Richard Durana
Co-founder and director of INESS, Institute of Economic and Social Studies
INESS (Institute of Economic and Social Studies)
Episode: Leading a think tank in Slovakia: Richard Durana on INESS and 20 years of free‑market advocacy
David Watson
Former director of communications at Chatham House; former director of external affairs at ODI Global; former UK government policymaker; local councillor
Chatham House; ODI Global; London Borough council
Episode: Beyond the report: How think tanks actually influence policy
Petra Reszkető
founder and executive partner, senior researcher at the Budapest Institute
Budapest Institute
Episode: Petra Reszkető from the Budapest Institute on leading an economic think tank in Hungary
Christopher Chibwana
From Hewlett Foundation; funder who previously worked in a think tank
Hewlett Foundation
Episode: Being “the African in the room”: Diversity, power, and proximate funding in global philanthropy — in conversation with Christopher Chibwana & Savior Mwambwa
Savior Mwambwa
From Open Society Foundations; funder with civil society roots
Open Society Foundations
Episode: Being “the African in the room”: Diversity, power, and proximate funding in global philanthropy — in conversation with Christopher Chibwana & Savior Mwambwa
Ngu Wah Win
Research Director at Knowledge Circle Foundation
Knowledge Circle Foundation
Episode: Myanmar’s think tanks after 2021: Risk, exile, and transnational policy influence
Min Zar Ni
PhD student; Deputy Director of Research at CESD Myanmar (former)
Centre for Economic and Social Development (Myanmar)
Episode: Myanmar’s think tanks in a time of crisis: From policy influence to sense-making
Napas Thain
Inaugural research fellow for the Myanmar Policy and Community Knowledge Hub (Mypac) at the University of Toronto
Myanmar Policy and Community Knowledge Hub (Mypac) at University of Toronto
Episode: Reimagining Myanmar’s think tanks: Resistance research, diaspora networks, and policy influence

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Enrique Mendizabal
Co-host of OTT Talks; host across OTT Talks and related sessions; associated with OTT Podcast and On Think Tanks

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Your podcast for everything you want to know about think tanks

    Excellent resource for anyone who is interested in the world of think tanks, research and independent policy research.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gbul
    Germanya year ago

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Could expand on practical examples for fundraising and outreach.
Shows strong credibility with policy-focused listeners.
High-quality guests and thoughtful discussions on think tanks.

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Leading a think tank in Slovakia: Richard Durana on INESS and 20 years of free‑market advocacy
Q: What fundraising approach has helped INESS maintain independence?
A strategy of zero government funding, broad donor diversification, and a focus on institutional rather than project funding, coupled with visible media presence to remain relevant to donors and the public.
Leading a think tank in Slovakia: Richard Durana on INESS and 20 years of free‑market advocacy
Q: How does INESS balance research, policy advocacy, and education?
By maintaining a two-pillar system of expertise plus advocacy and a strong emphasis on education, including large-scale programs like the Economic Olympiad, and regular engagement with media to translate research into accessible knowledge.
Leading a think tank in Slovakia: Richard Durana on INESS and 20 years of free‑market advocacy
Q: What were the core reasons for INESS's formation and its long-term survival?
The move from science to policy was driven by a passion for promoting free-market ideas and education, paired with the deliberate choice to operate independently from government funding and build a diverse donor base to sustain impact over 20 years.
Beyond the report: How think tanks actually influence policy
Q: What is the role of external affairs in a think tank like ODI or Chatham House?
External affairs should wire communications and public engagement into the core research process, ensuring research is shaped by what audiences actually care about and how decision-makers will respond.
Beyond the report: How think tanks actually influence policy
Q: How did your role evolve from civil service to think tanks in terms of influencing policy?
I moved from delivering policy advice in government to shaping research in think tanks, where the emphasis shifted to strategic communications, audience targeting, and ensuring that research is designed with dissemination in mind from the outset.

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A thoughtful, policy-forward show centered on think tanks across Europe, with frequent guests from major policy institutes discussing funding, independence, credibility, and the evolving role of think tanks in European politics. Episodes often explore funding dynamics, political polarization, European integration, and the impact of digital media on public discourse, with practical takeaways for leaders aiming to adapt think-tank work to a fragmented, fast-changing policy environment. Noteworthy is the podcast's recurring focus on collaboration, transparency in funding, and bridging empirical research with real-world policy influence, making it valuable for professionals involved in think tanks, policy advice, and public engagement across Eu... more

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