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Room for Discussion

Room for Discussion
European Union
Ukraine
Education
Housing
China
United States
NATO
Tax Policy
Amsterdam
Geography
International Law
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Germany
Russia
University Of Amsterdam
Xi Jinping
Wealth Tax
Diversity
Dayton Peace Agreement
European Army

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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With war at its doorstep, Türkiye is once again in the middle of geopolitical turmoil. Whether it’s the Syrian refugee crisis, the war in Gaza, or the closure of the strait of Hormuz, Türkiye has had to consistently re-balance and re-negotiate its pa... more

Germany has been Europe’s economic engine for quite some time, both its industrial powerhouse and fiscal anchor in times of deep uncertainty. While Southern Europe suffered deep recessions during the Eurocrisis, Germany maintained low unemployment an... more

The relationship between the Netherlands and South Africa stretches back centuries, shaped by both painful history and meaningful cooperation. It includes dark chapters, such as the Netherlands’ role in using South Africa as part of the slave trade, ... more

What happens when wealth does not just buy comfort, but an entirely different reality? When power does not mean responsibility anymore, but the option to escape all consequences? When ambition turns into status anxiety?

From rural China to billiona... more

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Recent Guests

Marcel Fratzscher
Professor, President of the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin)
German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin)
Episode: When Germany Sneezes, Europe Catches a Cold - A Conversation with Economist Marcel Fratzscher
Joanne Doornewaard
Dutch ambassador to South Africa
Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Episode: Balancing BRICS and Beyond: A conversation with Dutch Ambassador to South-Africa Joanne Doornewaard
Evan Osnos
Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist; author of The Age of Ambition and The Havs and The Hav Yachts
The New Yorker
Episode: The Pursuit of More: Evan Osnos on Prosperity in China and the US
Lars Strannegård
Professor, President of the Stockholm School of Economics
Stockholm School of Economics
Episode: Sticking Up for the Human(ities): SSE President Lars Strannegård on Rethinking Education
Aviva Chomsky
Academic and activist; professor of history and coordinator of Latin American studies at Salem State University
Salem State University
Episode: A Tale of Two Americas (at War): Aviva Chomsky on Latin American History
Marco Buti
Former Director General for Economic and Financial Affairs, European Commission
European Commission
Episode: Marco Buti- On the Future of the EU
Christian Schmidt
High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina
Office of the High Representative (OHR)
Episode: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Postwar Paralysis – Conversation with High Representative Christian Schmidt
Dr. Christine Webb
Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies, NYU; author of The Arrogant Ape
New York University
Episode: Dr. Christine Webb On the Exceptionalism of Human Arrogance
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

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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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When Germany Sneezes, Europe Catches a Cold - A Conversation with Economist Marcel Fratzscher
Q: What are the four transformations Germany is undergoing, and how do they affect Europe?
They are globalization, technological change (green tech and AI), social adaptation, and political shifts away from traditional liberal democracy; together they affect Europe by altering trade, energy, and governance, requiring coordinated policy responses.
Balancing BRICS and Beyond: A conversation with Dutch Ambassador to South-Africa Joanne Doornewaard
Q: What motivates your background in landscape architecture to inform your diplomatic work?
The guest explains a background in green and development fields can broaden the lens of foreign affairs, enabling practical engagement with engineering, infrastructure, and sustainable development when working abroad.
The Pursuit of More: Evan Osnos on Prosperity in China and the US
Q: There's a recurring theme about accountability and the role of journalism. In an era of misinformation, what should journalism prioritize to sustain public trust?
Osnos emphasizes a commitment to the 'wild exactitude' of humanity, combining anecdote with data to illuminate real lives, while leveraging investigative tradition to inform a public that is increasingly skeptical of information sources.
The Pursuit of More: Evan Osnos on Prosperity in China and the US
Q: You talk about the difference in how the U.S. and China think about AI and its role. How do these approaches affect the trajectory of each society?
The U.S. tends to view AI as a leap for transformative breakthrough and opportunity, while China treats AI as a practical tool to improve daily life and governance. The two views may converge into a coexistence model that requires mutually workable frameworks.
The Pursuit of More: Evan Osnos on Prosperity in China and the US
Q: Zooming back in on China, rapid economic growth has unleashed individual ambition there, maybe at a scale the political system didn't anticipate. How far can that ambition go before it starts to challenge the system itself?
Osnos suggests that the balance between individual ambition and state control is dynamic; while Chinese governance has channels to steer or curb ambition, technological tools give the state new ways to regulate and influence outcomes, creating a delicate equilibrium.

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What is Room for Discussion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Marcel Fratzscher
2. Joanne Doornewaard
3. Evan Osnos
4. Lars Strannegård
5. Aviva Chomsky
6. Marco Buti
7. Christian Schmidt
8. Dr. Christine Webb

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