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The Red Line

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Haiti
Conflict Proliferation
African National Congress (ANC)
Chinese Private Security Companies

Three experts, one Story. Each fortnight we host a panel of international experts diving into the biggest geopolitical stories shaping the news both here and overseas. Hosted by Michael Hilliard

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The last few months have seen major shifts in the balance of power in the far north, with the US making threats toward Greenland, Russia exerting pressure on Svalbard, and Arctic shipping routes, once seen as a counterweight to the Suez Canal, are no... more

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Timor-Leste stands at a crossroads, grappling with the legacies of Indonesian occupation, economic dependence on dwindling oil reserves, and the encroaching geopolitical pressures shaping its future. Once heralded as a success story of post-colonial ... more

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Many of the U.S. Navy’s shipbuilding programs are currently running over budget and behind schedule, raising serious concerns about the Navy's future operational strength and the broader capacity of U.S. industry to scale production in the event of a... more

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As part of our wider project examining the armed forces of Central Asia, the research team sat down with experts from government, military, and academia. We brought together all of our findings and research and wargamed some of the region's most like... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Spence
Director of the Arctic Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, expert in sustainable development and geopolitics of the Arctic region.
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: 129 - Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
Nicolas Jouan
Senior defence and security analyst for RAND Europe, specialising in arms production, acquisition policy and supply chain analysis for European Northern Defence and regional geopolitics.
RAND Europe
Episode: 129 - Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
Sigbjørn Halsne
Staff officer with the Norwegian Armed Forces and expert in Arctic warfare and Northern European defence.
Norwegian Armed Forces
Episode: 129 - Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
John Konrad
CEO of GCaptain, an expert in the maritime news site.
GCaptain
Episode: 127 - Sunk Cost: The US. Navy's Shipbuilding Crisis
Emma Salisbury
Expert in naval history and naval military industrial complex.
War on the Rocks
Episode: 127 - Sunk Cost: The US. Navy's Shipbuilding Crisis
Matthew Funaiole
Vice president of Ideas Lab at CSIS, specializes in Chinese foreign policy.
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: 127 - Sunk Cost: The US. Navy's Shipbuilding Crisis
Thomas Shugart
Adjunct senior fellow with research focus on undersea warfare.
Center for New American Security
Episode: 127 - Sunk Cost: The US. Navy's Shipbuilding Crisis
Derek Bisaccio
Lead analyst specializing in Russia and Central Asia for the defense analysis firm Forecast International.
Forecast International
Episode: The Armed Forces of Central Asia - Part 2 : Wargaming Regional Conflicts
Oleysa Vartanyan
Independent expert and regional security analyst specializing in the South Caucasus.
Episode: 126 - Armenia’s Changing Relationship with Russia

Host

Michael Hilliard
Host of discussions focusing on complex geopolitical topics with a panel of experts to provide diverse perspectives and insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • One of the best

    In its own league, fantastic. Hard to believe it’s free

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt-991
    United Kingdom11 days ago
  • Fantastic Deep Dives

    After listening, you really do feel you understand more about how the world works. Really great factual deep dives the inform insightful analysis!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HFPLLC
    United States2 months ago
  • The gold standard

    I always look forward to these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavyJones00758
    United States3 months ago
  • Strange (not in any good way)

    Shuffling thru the episodes, and unable to find one real episode about Israel compared to the rest of the work you put out there… that is Strange (not in any good way)

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Wolf_878
    United States5 months ago
  • The Acquired for geopolitics

    Deep dive, well researched, humor and context on complex geopolitical matters. Not ‘easy’ so darn what a skills to summarise all info into such great episodes. It’s the ‘Acquired’ podcast for geopolitics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessicaMasterdam
    Netherlands7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the well-researched content and expert guests, praising the depth of analysis and the engaging format.
Some critics express a desire for more balanced viewpoints in discussions, especially on contentious geopolitical topics.

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129 - Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
Q: How do you see Greenland's role in Arctic geopolitics changing?
Greenland is positioned as strategically important, but its relationship with the US does not necessarily require outright ownership.
129 - Frozen Flashpoints: Greenland, Svalbard, and the Next Arctic Standoff
Q: So what are we missing about the Arctic in the moment?
The difficulty in operating economically viable industries in the Arctic, despite claims of abundant resources.
128 - Timor Leste's Fading Sunrise
Q: What do you think the role of Timor-Leste's oil and gas sector is in relation to its economic challenges?
The sector is crucial as it accounts for a significant portion of the state's financing, but its dwindling resources pose a risk to long-term economic stability.
113 - Can India Replace China in the Global Supply Chain?
Q: What challenges does India face in maintaining its trajectory towards becoming a superpower?
India lacks the capacity and infrastructure to replicate China's model and faces significant internal social and political challenges.
113 - Can India Replace China in the Global Supply Chain?
Q: What do you see India's position on the global stage now?
India will aim to deepen its relationships with countries from the global south and advocate for their interests.

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What is The Red Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insightful discussions on pressing geopolitical issues by bringing together a panel of international experts to explore current events shaping the world stage. Each episode features in-depth analyses of various topics, ranging from military strategy and international relations to economic concerns and regional conflicts. As experts share their perspectives, they aim to enhance understanding of complex global dynamics, making it particularly valuable for listeners interested in foreign affairs and policy.

What's noteworthy is the focus on lesser-covered regions and intricacies in international politics, often drawing comparisons to actions and strategies of major powers. This distinctive approach, coupled with engaging e... more

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1. Jennifer Spence
2. Nicolas Jouan
3. Sigbjørn Halsne
4. John Konrad
5. Emma Salisbury
6. Matthew Funaiole
7. Thomas Shugart
8. Derek Bisaccio

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