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The Scholars' Circle

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The recent UN COP (Conference of Parties) climate summit revealed fissures about how to solve the problem of climate change. What are the divisions? How can states and people help mitigate climate change? [ dur: 58mins. ] Pamela Chasek is Professor o... more

We interview Aileen Teague author of Policing on Drugs - The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 - 2000 . Why has war on drugs fails to address overdose deaths in the United States. [ dur: 35mins. ] Aileen Teague is Assistant ... more

In 2020, the Supreme Court surprised many observers by holding up the rights of the Muscogee (Creek) nation. In McGirt v Oklahoma, the Court held that the Creek Nation retained its sovereign rights over a very large part of Eastern Oklahoma. The deci... more

Climate change will lead to climate migration. There has been a renewed interest in adaptation strategies. Mitigation efforts seek to limit the amount of greenhouse gases in the environment to slow climate change. But adaptation recognizes that the c... more

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Pamela Chasek
Professor of Political Science at Manhattan University
Manhattan University
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – What happened at COP30 in Brazil? – December 14, 2025
Shannon Gibson
Professor of Environmental Studies at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – What happened at COP30 in Brazil? – December 14, 2025
Aileen Teague
Assistant Professor of International Affairs at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – Book Author interview : Policing on Drugs – The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 – 2000 – December 7, 2025
Robert J. Miller
Professor of Law at Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, Interim Chief Justice at Pasquayaki Tribe Court of Appeals, enrolled citizen of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe
Arizona State University
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – A Promise Kept: The Muscogee (Creek) Nation and McGirt v Oklahoma – November 30, 2025
Robbie Ethridge
Professor Emeritus of Anthropology at the Department of History at the University of Mississippi, founding editor of the journal Native South
University of Mississippi
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – A Promise Kept: The Muscogee (Creek) Nation and McGirt v Oklahoma – November 30, 2025
Jesse Keenan
Favret II Associate Professor of Sustainable Real Estate and Urban Planning and the Director of the Center on Climate Change and Urbanism at Tulane University.
Tulane University
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – Book Author interview – North : Future of post climate America – November 23, 2025
Matt Hauer
Charles B. Nam Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology's Center for Demography and Population Health at Florida State University.
Florida State University
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – Book Author interview – North : Future of post climate America – November 23, 2025
Joe Cirincione
National security analyst and author with over 40 years experience.
Strategy and History (Substack)
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – Nuclear war an imminent threat to humanity persists – November 16, 2025
Wayne Glass
Professor Emeritus in the School of International Relations at the University of Southern California.
Episode: Scholars’ Circle – Nuclear war an imminent threat to humanity persists – November 16, 2025

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Maria Armoudian
Founder, anchor, and occasional host, with a focus on educational and insightful content.
Doug Becker
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4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Very informative & intelligent discussions with very knowledgeable guests. Not polemical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tucket100
    United Statesa year ago
  • Consistant quality...

    The Scholar's Cirlce is a quality podcast. Great guests, challenging topics, and insightful questions from Maria Armoudian. Can't wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    drombit
    United States8 years ago

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Scholars’ Circle – Book Author interview : Policing on Drugs – The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 – 2000 – December 7, 2025
Q: Why does Mexico embrace the militarization of drug enforcement?
Aileen explains that the Mexican military has always been involved in drug enforcement and has often used U.S. anti-drug resources to bolster its military capacities against dissent and strengthen its policing capabilities.
Scholars’ Circle – Book Author interview : Policing on Drugs – The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 – 2000 – December 7, 2025
Q: What was the implications for drug policy once the PRI no longer dominates Mexican politics?
Aileen discusses how the PRI's loss of control had profound implications for drug war dynamics in Mexico, and ultimately led to increased power for drug trafficking organizations as well as political shifts that influenced responses to drug issues.
Scholars’ Circle – What happened at COP30 in Brazil? – December 14, 2025
Q: How is climate finance being described as a global shell game?
The lack of a commonly accepted definition for climate finance leads countries to inflate their claims and label existing aid as climate aid, ultimately hurting real climate action.
Scholars’ Circle – What happened at COP30 in Brazil? – December 14, 2025
Q: What happened at the COP meetings? Was my description of it as a failure, at least disappointing, fairly accurate?
The COP meetings did have many documents signed, but from a justice-based analysis, they did not make significant progress toward their goals of mitigation, adaptation, and mobilizing finance for vulnerable communities.
Scholars’ Circle – A Promise Kept: The Muscogee (Creek) Nation and McGirt v Oklahoma – November 30, 2025
Q: How does McGirt relate to historical case law in the US regarding Indian law?
McGirt applies the tests developed by the Supreme Court for determining if a reservation has been diminished or disestablished, and its surprising outcome reflects a shift in the Supreme Court's stance on tribal sovereignty.

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A particular focus is placed on the exploration of pressing contemporary issues spanning various fields such as law, environmental science, international relations, and social justice. Noteworthy discussions feature expert guests who present insights on topics from the implications of landmark legal cases affecting Native American sovereignty to the complexities of nuclear policy and climate adaptation strategies. The episodes are characterized by in-depth analyses, presenting not just facts but also stimulating conversations that challenge conventional narratives and provoke thoughtful discourse, making it a compelling resource for those seeking to understand the nuances of today's critical challenges. The blend of scholarly input alongsid... more

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3. Aileen Teague
4. Robert J. Miller
5. Robbie Ethridge
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7. Matt Hauer
8. Joe Cirincione

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