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Talking Europe

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Politicians, activists and researchers debate the issues facing the EU and a 'guest of the week' offers their insight in a long-format interview that gets to the heart of the matter. Saturday at 7:15pm.

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With Europeans sizzling in a record-breaking heatwave in May, and lands and rivers facing severe drought conditions in April, the effects of extreme climate-related events are becoming increasingly obvious. We sit down with the EU's Commissioner for ... more

The EU Parliament and EU Council have provisionally agreed to simplify and speed up the return of migrants staying in the bloc unlawfully. Backers of the deal say it is urgent to do something about the low enforcement of deportation orders: 27 percen... more

Bulgaria has become notorious for holding elections. In 5 years, voters went to the polls 8 times. But this debilitating crisis finally ended on April 19th, when the Progressive Bulgaria party won an outright majority. It is led by the former preside... more

Negotiators from the European Parliament and EU member states have been trying to reach an agreement on the rights of air passengers travelling within the bloc. The current rules date back to 2004, but the scale and nature of air travel have changed ... more

This week’s special edition of Talking Europe asks whether the EU is ready for the disruption that comes with Artificial Intelligence. It is the most important technological revolution of the century, and is set to impact every aspect of our lives. more

It has been called Europe’s demographic time bomb: Older people are living longer, while younger people are having fewer children. Last year in France, for example, deaths outpaced births for the first time since the end of World War II, prompting Pr... more

Our guest has an important role in promoting social policies in the European Union, at a time when much of the political oxygen is being sucked out by the competitiveness and simplification agenda, as well as by defence and security issues. Roxana Mi... more

In this episode we explore how the EU deals with outbreaks of disease. The latest scare for Europeans has been the hantavirus, detected on cruise ship the MV Hondius, which subsequently docked in Spain. Experts have stressed that this virus is not li... more

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Recent Guests

Romana Toms
Slovenian MEP, Co-Chair of the Intergroup on Demography
European Parliament
Episode: Europe's population reckoning: How can the EU avoid falling off a demographic cliff?
Roxana Minzatu
Executive Vice President of the European Commission, in charge of social rights and skills, quality jobs and preparedness
European Commission
Episode: Energy crisis heightens risk of poverty and social exclusion: EU Commissioner Minzatu
Stina Bosser
Danish MEP, Renew Europe, vice chair of the Committee on Public Health
European Parliament
Episode: Hantavirus and the lessons of Covid: Screening the EU's public health response
Lera Pajín
Spanish MEP, Socialists and Democrats, former Minister of Health
European Parliament
Episode: Hantavirus and the lessons of Covid: Screening the EU's public health response
Darragh O'Brien
Ireland's Minister for Transport and Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment
Ireland Government
Episode: EU facing 'second big wake-up call' on energy, Irish Minister Darragh O'Brien says
Richard Scholes
Latvian MEP, European Conservatives and Reformists; rapporteur for defense-related investments in the EU budget
European Parliament (Latvian MEP)
Episode: Is Europe getting its act together on defence? Multiple threats prompt EU rearmament
Tobias Kremer
German MEP from the Socialists and Democrats; rapporteur on tackling barriers to the single market for defense
European Parliament (German MEP)
Episode: Is Europe getting its act together on defence? Multiple threats prompt EU rearmament
Marta Temido
MEP, head of the Portuguese delegation of S&D
European Parliament
Episode: EU enlargement: New horizons, from East to West
Yuri Ratas
MEP from Estonia, former prime minister
European Parliament
Episode: EU enlargement: New horizons, from East to West

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Host of Talking Europe

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EU facing 'second big wake-up call' on energy, Irish Minister Darragh O'Brien says
Q: First of all, how is Ireland fairing and how resilient is your country when it comes to crises like the one we have in Hormuz?
Ireland is not immune to price shocks but has robust reserves and has implemented targeted supports, including subsidies and reduced excise duties, while emphasising a program of electrification and renewables to strengthen resilience.
'We should be able to open up negotiations' with Ukraine, Sweden's EU minister says
Q: What is the main barrier to scaling Swedish tech companies within Europe, and how can it be addressed?
The obstacle is the fragmentation of the single market and capital access; Sweden advocates for market simplification, reduced bureaucracy, and financial instruments like investment savings accounts to unlock growth and keep companies from relocating.
Hungary and Bulgaria elections: EU's new ally and new adversary?
Q: Mr. Vigenin, what can we expect from Rumen Radev? Will he be such an obstacle for the European institutions as Orban was?
Radev is expected to express a more reserved and critical stance, but not necessarily block decisions; the panel believes he may provide a different, more balanced approach rather than being an insurmountable obstacle.
EU moves to tighten rules on harmful pollutants: The invisible danger of 'forever chemicals'
Q: What is your view on the idea of a universal restriction on PFAS, and how should derogations be managed?
There should be a broad phasing out with specific, limited derogations for essential uses where no safe alternatives exist. Derogations must have an end date, be strictly time-bound, be essential for societal functioning, and be accompanied by clear timelines to spur industry innovation while maintaining health and environmental protections.
EU moves to tighten rules on harmful pollutants: The invisible danger of 'forever chemicals'
Q: What exactly are these forever chemicals for viewers who don't know and what are the actual health risks?
They are chemical substances found in many products such as textiles, cosmetics, medical devices, and electronics that do not break down easily. They can persist in the body and environment, pose health risks including cancer and reproductive harm, and thus require careful regulatory action and potential phasing out with necessary derogations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Europe

What is Talking Europe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on high-level policy discussions about the European Union, featuring long-format interviews with politicians, policymakers, and researchers. Episodes frequently tackle energy policy, defense and security, EU governance, and the regulatory environment, often with multiple guests including ministers, MEPs, and European Commission officials. The format tends to blend personal anecdotes with policy analysis, offering listeners practical perspectives on how EU decisions affect markets, industry, and everyday life. A notable strength is its ability to bring diverse political viewpoints together in a structured debate, providing both critical and pragmatic takes on current EU issues. This makes it a compelling listen for professio... more

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Recent guests on Talking Europe include:

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2. Roxana Minzatu
3. Stina Bosser
4. Lera Pajín
5. Darragh O'Brien
6. Richard Scholes
7. Tobias Kremer
8. Marta Temido

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