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Trending Globally: Politics and Policy

The Watson School
Democracy
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Inflation
Climate Change
One Big Beautiful Bill
Medicaid
2024 Presidential Election
United States
Artificial Intelligence
Global Supply Chain
Economic Policy
Press Freedom
Food Assistance Programs
Trump Tax Cuts
Democratic Erosion
Political Polarization
Kamala Harris
Immigration Policy
Political Resistance

An award-winning show exploring today's biggest global challenges with the world's leading experts, from the Watson School of International and Public Affairs at Brown University. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

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On this episode, Watson School dean and economist John Friedman spoke with Todd Fisher, a 1987 graduate of Brown University, about the inner workings and long-term effects of the CHIPS and Science Act. Fisher served as Chief Investment Officer of the... more

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Ten years ago this summer, voters in the United Kingdom chose to withdraw from the European Union. In other words, the long and winding process of Brexit began.

On this episode, Dan Richards talks with Watson professor and political economist Mark B... more

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In May, an outbreak of the Ebola virus was officially declared in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Aid groups are warning that it could become the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history.

On this episode, Dan Richards spoke with two experts... more

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On this episode: as part of the Watson School’s programming for Brown University’s Commencement and Reunion Weekend, Dean John Friedman spoke with MS NOW’s Chris Hayes ‘01 about how social media and the attention economy have reshaped American politi... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Levine
Professor of emergency medicine and international and public affairs at Brown University
Brown University
Episode: Why this Ebola outbreak might be the deadliest one yet
Craig Spencer
Emergency medicine physician and associate professor of the practice at Brown University School of Public Health
Brown University
Episode: Why this Ebola outbreak might be the deadliest one yet
Chris Hayes
Emmy Award-winning journalist and host of All In with Chris Hayes
MSNBC
Episode: Social media, the attention economy and the health of American democracy with Chris Hayes
Jeff Colgan
Richard Holbrook Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs at Brown University
Brown University, Climate Solutions Lab
Episode: The war in Iran’s ripple effect on the global energy economy
Ieva Jusionyte
Anthropologist, Watson Center for Human Rights and Humanitarian Studies
Watson Institute, Brown University
Episode: Border politics at our doorstep with Ieva Jusionyte
Thea Riofrancos
Political scientist and environmentalist; author of Extraction, The Frontiers of Green Capitalism
Author, Academic researcher
Episode: The extraction industry powering the green transition (from the Rhodes Center Podcast)
Mark Blyth
Political economist
Scholar, commentator
Episode: The extraction industry powering the green transition (from the Rhodes Center Podcast)
Jennifer Nuzzo
Professor of Epidemiology and Director of the Pandemic Center
Brown University School of Public Health
Episode: From pandemics to misinformation: rethinking security today
Andrew Schrank
Professor of sociology and international and public affairs at the Watson School
Brown University (Watson School)
Episode: Biden’s industrial policy: what worked, what didn’t, and why it still matters

Host

Daniel S. Richards
Host of strategic policy discussions and scholarly analyses focused on global issues and policymaking.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Excellent segment on democracy in India and the United States. Complex subject, balanced delivery.

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    BH LT
    Australia10 months ago
  • Insightful.

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    tkoenig
    a year ago
  • Great podcast

    Complex issues discussed in a balanced and measured way. Podcasts on prisons enlightening.

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    5
    MH and BH
    Australia3 years ago
  • Unique commentary!

    In depth analysis on such important issues!

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    Kate401!
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this show!

    Really great show that focuses on the issues.

    Apple Podcasts
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    ronsaccount555
    United States4 years ago

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Ten years after the Brexit vote, the UK’s future is up for grabs
Q: What would constitute a credible growth strategy for Britain moving forward?
Identify strategic sectors, ease investment, boost housing to improve mobility, and implement a growth-friendly regulatory environment to enable private investment and regional development across the country.
Ten years after the Brexit vote, the UK’s future is up for grabs
Q: Is nationalist populism in the UK a uniquely British phenomenon or part of a global trend?
It's massively global, with variations across regions: in Europe, the US, and Latin America; common threads include perceptions of economic stagnation and a rigged economy benefiting the top 10 percent, fueling support for anti-establishment solutions.
Ten years after the Brexit vote, the UK’s future is up for grabs
Q: What do you see as the biggest reasons for leadership churn in British politics, and its relation to Brexit?
Chronic polarization and internal party conflicts since the Brexit campaign created fertile ground for leadership turnover; the public grew skeptical of technocratic governance and sought alternatives, while financial and political power concentrated in London.
The war in Iran’s ripple effect on the global energy economy
Q: What are the immediate effects of the war on energy prices in the United States?
Prices for gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products rose quickly after the conflict began, as global markets tightened and expectations about inventory draws affected pricing beyond crude itself.
Why this Ebola outbreak might be the deadliest one yet
Q: How has the shift away from multilateral health responses, like WHO and USAID, affected outbreak preparedness and response?
Reducing multilateral coordination weakens surveillance, lab capacity, and cross-border information sharing, which are essential for early detection and coordinated containment, especially in conflict-affected regions.

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This program features in-depth conversations with leading scholars and practitioners from Brown University's Watson Institute and related departments, focusing on the forces shaping global politics, economics, health, and climate policy. Episodes frequently examine how policy choices—ranging from industrial policy and globalization to border management and public health—interact with geopolitics, technology, and social justice. Guests bring historical context, empirical research, and on-the-ground experience, making complex topics accessible for professionals evaluating policy impact, partnerships, or sponsorship opportunities. A standout strength is the blend of rigorous academic analysis with timely, real-world implications across interna... more

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