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Talk Georgia

Giorgi Rukhadze
Georgia
European Union
Georgian Dream
Russia
Brussels
Strasbourg Court
Volodymyr Zelensky
Bidzina Ivanishvili
Ukraine
UNM
Kyiv, Ukraine
Moscow, Russia
Rule Of Law
Impunity
Elections
Nikol Pashinyan
Council Of Europe
Autocracy
Deep State
Georgian Politics

Talk Georgia is my English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Each week, we release two shows and a weekly news update: Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze – I explore key developments in Georgian and regional politics with a specially invited guest. Talk Georgia Question Time – GSAC Founder Nodar Kharshiladze and I answer questions on major events in Georgia and broader regio... more

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Talk Georgia brings you weekly news updates on the key political and regional developments in Georgia. New episodes drop every Saturday at 22:00. Don’t miss out!

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Tamar Oniani
Chair, Georgian Young Lawyers Association (GYLA)
Georgian Young Lawyers Association
Episode: Moving from Rule of Law to Rule by Law | GYLA Chair Tamar Oniani on Georgia's Justice System. EP54
Khatia Dekanoidze
Politician; former Minister of Education; former MP; reformer involved in Georgia's police reforms; translator of Maria Ressa's book
Georgia politics; reformer
Episode: Ivanishvili: A Spin Dictator? How to Challenge His Power | Guest: Khatia Dekanoidze | Ep. 52
Tornike Gordadze
Sciences Po Professor
Sciences Po
Episode: A Power Shift in the Caucasus: Where’s Georgia? | Guest: Sciences Po Professor Tornike Gordadze Ep50
Gigi Gigiadze
Ambassador
Georgia
Episode: EPC Yerevan Summit - A Slap in Putin’s Face? Is Armenia A New Leader? Guest: Ambassador Gigi Gigiadze. Episode 48.
Irakli Kiknavelidze
Journalist
Episode: Electing Georgia’s New Patriarch - Political & Geopolitical Stakes. Is the outcome already decided? Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze - Episode 47. Guest: Irakli Kiknavelidze - Journalist
Vado Machavariani
Chair/leader of Sartuli New Generation, political activist
Sartuli New Generation
Episode: Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze Episode 46. Guest: Vado Machavariani. Sartuli Leader.

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Talk Georgia Question Time with Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze – Episode 42
Q: Do you see any connection between Maria Zakharova's recent statements, Orbán's electoral defeat, the closure of the skies of Abastumani?
Yes, the hosts link Zakharova's warning to a broader pattern of external pressure and to Orbán's defeat as part of a shifting geopolitical environment that could influence Georgia's strategic calculations, while also noting that rumors and external narratives are used to justify or promote certain political trajectories within Georgia.
Ivanishvili: A Spin Dictator? How to Challenge His Power | Guest: Khatia Dekanoidze | Ep. 52
Q: What is the current state of Georgia's police reform, and how does it compare to Ukraine's experience?
The guest notes that Georgia's reform was initially brilliant and influential, but over time trust eroded as political dynamics shifted; Ukraine's reform faced different obstacles but produced tangible improvements and served as a regional model for some reforms.
Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze Episode 46. Guest: Vado Machavariani. Sartuli Leader. [Trailer]
Q: Do you see yourself as this kind of leader who has this power and ambition to defeat Ivanishvili's regime on your own?
The guest argues that political renewal requires new leadership and fresh faces, suggesting established figures should step aside to allow a different path forward for Georgia.
Talk Georgia Question Time with Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze – Episode 43
Q: Is it Kobakhidze, Dinaradze or both who may face trouble? While Georgian Dream often attacks EU ambassador, it remains largely silent on statements from figures like Zakharova or the Iranian ambassador. How does this fit into the broader power game?
The discussion frames it as a contest over influence and messaging: Kobakhidze and Dinaradze could be used as substitutes or as coordinated power brokers, with potential shifts in who speaks for the regime publicly; the silence on foreign statements may indicate a tactical choice to manage optics while realignments unfold.
Talk Georgia Question Time with Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze – Episode 43
Q: What is behind the recent cabinet reshuffle?
The hosts suggest a calculated realignment within the Georgian Dream leadership, with key figures like Kobakhidze and Dinaradze reshaped into new roles to balance power, while signaling a broader strategic pivot toward or away from Western alliances depending on who gains influence.

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This show centers on Georgian and regional politics, with frequent discussions around the rule of law, opposition dynamics, and international relations. Episodes commonly explore topics like how domestic political competition interacts with external pressures (EU/US relations, sanctions), accountability and governance, and regional security across the Caucasus. A notable strength is the mix of insider perspectives and analytical debate, often featuring experts on law, reform, and diplomacy, which helps listeners understand the mechanics behind Georgia's political landscape and its broader regional context.

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Talk Georgia launched a year ago and published 305 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Tamar Oniani
2. Khatia Dekanoidze
3. Tornike Gordadze
4. Gigi Gigiadze
5. Irakli Kiknavelidze
6. Vado Machavariani

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