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Room for Discussion

Room for Discussion
Ukraine
Housing
European Union
NATO
Tax Policy
International Law
Geography
China
Amsterdam
Russia
Education
Wealth Tax
Xi Jinping
Diversity
Ecocide
Genocide
Neoclassical Economics
Student Wellbeing
World History
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Room for Discussion conducts free live interviews at the University of Amsterdam, with leading voices in politics, economics, journalism and more. Each interview is fully led and conducted by students.

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“The billionaires’ nightmare”, “Rockstar Economist”, or “far-left activist”, Professor Gabriel Zucman goes by many names.With Elon Musk on his way to reaching trillionaire status, public debt accelerating, and far-right parties threatening democratic... more

We are living through a collision of overlapping crises: an increasing cost-of-living, climate change and a deepening state of political disillusionment. While these issues are often treated as isolated government failures, our next guest argues that... more

Fifteen years on from the Eurozone crisis, with surging public debt, increasing climate risks, rising geopolitical tensions, and a constant need for monetary injections, the need for change in Europe has never been more obvious. But how do we get the... more

Myanmar remains one of the world’s most repressive states. Political prisoners fill its jails, civil freedoms are crushed, and the military junta presses ahead with sham elections while defending itself at the International Court of Justice. What res... more

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Gabriel Zucman
Professor of Economics at the Paris School of Economics, UC Berkeley, and Director of the EU Tax Observatory
Paris School of Economics; UC Berkeley; EU Tax Observatory
Episode: Tax the rich! Sure, but how? - A Discussion with Gabriel Zucman
Ann Pettifor
World-renowned political economist and author of The Global Casino
Independent economist / Green New Deal advocate
Episode: Appetite for Change - Financial Market Reform with Ann Pettifor
Hans-Werner Sinn
Economist, critic of the Euro; former president of the IFO Institute
IFO Institute
Episode: The Original Sinn – Limits to European Integration with Hans-Werner Sinn
Vicky Bowman
Former UK ambassador to Myanmar; director of the Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business
Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business
Episode: From Statecraft to Standards: Governing Business and Human Rights in Myanmar
Ammar Hijazi
Head of the Palestinian Mission to the Netherlands; Permanent Representative to international organizations
Palestinian Mission to the Netherlands
Episode: Words and Weapons with Ambassador Ammar Hijazi, Head of the Palestinian Mission to the Netherlands
Kyrylo Lapko
Head of Reintegration and International Relations at the Ukrainian Coordination Center for Family Upbringing and Child Care Development
Ukrainian Coordination Center for Family Upbringing and Child Care Development
Episode: The Realities of Childhood in Wartime Ukraine: A Conversation with Kyrylo Lapko
Steve Tsang
Professor, political scientist and historian specializing in modern China
SOAS University of London
Episode: From Humiliation to Rejuvenation: Steve Tsang on The Rise of China
Marnix van Rij
Former State Secretary for Finances in the Netherlands, Deputy Executive Director at IMF
IMF (Netherlands/Belgium)
Episode: Political Optimism: Necessity or Naivety? -with Marnix van Rij, former State Secretary of Finances
Gøsta Esping-Andersen
Welfare sociologist
Håndpaul Fabre
Episode: Farewell To the Welfare State? - Gøsta Esping-Andersen On The Future of Welfare Capitalism

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Zara (with cohosts and guests)
Primary on-air host for many episodes; frequently introduces guests and guides the discussion.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • One of the great student interview platforms

    A fantastic podcast by fantastic interviewers. I listen to it every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fone1
    United States4 years ago
  • In-depth interviews by students

    Go listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxbo12
    Netherlands5 years ago
  • Amazing

    Smart students that ask crisp questions. One of the better informational podcasts out there!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ghkbvc
    Netherlands5 years ago

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Engaging on-campus format with thoughtful discussion.
Deep dive into economics and policy with credible guests.
Polished, insightful interviews with strong questions from students.

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CSR Election Debate 2025 - University of Amsterdam Central Student Council
Q: How would you balance academic freedom, protests, and campus safety in response to demonstrations and external ties (e.g., Israeli institutions)?
The consensus stresses protecting the right to protest, engaging with student voices, and using ethical committee guidance to determine ties, while avoiding excessive policing and promoting dialogue with administration.
CSR Election Debate 2025 - University of Amsterdam Central Student Council
Q: Should the university abolish the BSA or reform it, and what alternatives would you implement to protect student wellbeing?
Views vary: some propose abolishment due to stress and inequities; others advocate reform through advising, better feedback mechanisms, and ensuring fair treatment while maintaining academic standards.
CSR Election Debate 2025 - University of Amsterdam Central Student Council
Q: What are your concrete plans to ensure that international students feel supported throughout the budget-cut process?
Parties emphasize creating platforms for direct student input, ensuring transparency on budget allocations, and pursuing measures like accessible Dutch language courses and external partnerships to maintain quality and inclusivity.
Ctrl+Alt+Defend_ Stéphane Duguin on the Fight for CyberPeace
Q: What are the implications of spyware like Paragon for accountability and regulation?
There is a need to hold a broad chain of accountability from developers to buyers to deployers, and to push for oversight and ethical use; the Code of Conduct from PALMAL process represents a voluntary step toward responsible use, with ongoing calls for stronger enforcement and clearer export controls.
Ctrl+Alt+Defend_ Stéphane Duguin on the Fight for CyberPeace
Q: What makes CyberPeace Institute different from governments or the private sector?
The Institute focuses on civil society and NGOs, filling a gap where the private sector can't scale to support vulnerable communities due to funding and capacity constraints, and maintaining independence to act as a trustworthy intermediary with states and companies.

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Students run the interviews, guiding conversations with leading voices across economics, politics, diplomacy, and policy. Topics frequently center on global inequality, financial systems, welfare state theory, climate finance, humanitarian issues, and governance. The format emphasizes rigorous, research-informed discussion led by students, often featuring policy-oriented guests and diverse international perspectives. Noteworthy is the breadth of guests—from eminent economists and ministers to diplomats and academics—paired with a campus-first, question-driven approach that can yield practical insights for policymakers, executives evaluating public-interest sponsorships, and professionals seeking clear takes on complex issues. The show's on-... more

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2. Ann Pettifor
3. Hans-Werner Sinn
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5. Ammar Hijazi
6. Kyrylo Lapko
7. Steve Tsang
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