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Every Monday, Balder Hageraats and Dario Hasenstab examine how Western countries are increasingly lost in their own delusions on the world stage, and what can be done to bring them back to reality. We discuss issues ranging from geopolitics and human rights to development aid and current affairs, all through the lens of the Western Bubble.

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Donald Trump has done it again: a dramatic announcement, a deadline, and a deal. His new 20-point peace plan for Gaza was signed between Israel and Hamas, hailed as the beginning of a new era, and even earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination from J... more

After Balder called out Generation Z two weeks ago for not engaging enough in activism, we return to the question that lingers beneath everything: what can we actually do in a world where the West keeps declining, institutions are under attack, and e... more

In this episode of the Western Bubble, we turn our attention to Israel, where events of the past weeks have revealed a country spiralling out of control. The largest civilian-led convoy in history, with over 40 vessels and 500 participants from more ... more

After a two-month break, we return to find the decline of liberal democracy in the United States accelerating at a frightening pace. We look back at the assassination of Charlie Kirk to the cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel and the indictment of James Com... more

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Dario Hasenstab
Co-host of discussions on the delusions of Western nations regarding global politics and the implications of these perceptions on public policy.
Balder Hageraats
Co-host who engages with the social and political implications of Western narratives on global affairs, alongside Dario Hasenstab.

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Lights out for the West? 2025 Iberian Peninsula blackout #112
Q: Are you or is Spain well prepared for the next unexpected thing to happen?
It's a bit like COVID; we don't need to prepare too much since things were fine afterward, but it’s sensible to have some emergency supplies without becoming overly anxious.
Trump's Foreign Policy #098
Q: Do you think it's more or less likely now that the United States is going to start a war?
Balder suggests it's less likely for the US to start a war due to Trump's focus on domestic politics and lacking an ideological framework driving military action.

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Exploring the intricacies of foreign relations and the current geopolitical landscape, the discussions often spotlight the challenges and contradictions faced by Western nations. Key topics include the ramifications of U.S. foreign policy, especially during the Trump administration, the declining reliability of traditional alliances like NATO, and rising tensions among global powers such as China and Russia. The hosts also critically analyze the influence of religion in foreign policy, the historical mistakes that echo into today's political realities, and the socio-economic factors that shape international relations. Unique to this series is its commitment to unraveling the narratives surrounding these complex issues while fostering a deep... more

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