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Ukraine War, is there an end in sight?
Dr. Michael Rossi, professor of political science and international relations, discusses the Russia–Ukraine war, its causes and how he sees it ending.
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The Aguilar Conversations
A Global Perspective · By Tony Aguilar
Whether we admit it or not, we are all global citizens. What happens beyond our borders has both positive and negative effects on our lives. The Aguilar Conversations engages experts from academia, politics, journalism, religion, and advocacy about global issues and their impact.
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Aug 30, 20261:25:42
Can the United Kingdom's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham succeed where six others have failed?
On July 20th, 2026, British politics began a new chapter. Andy Burnham became the seventh Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in less than a decade. Dr. Dafydd Townley of the University of Portsmouth joins us to discuss the challenges facing the new Prime Minister.
Aug 3, 202658:54
Dr. Samuel Cruz discusses the movement to decolonize the Hispanic community
Rev. Dr. Samuel Cruz explores what it means to decolonize Hispanic identity, the legacy of Spanish colonization in the Americas, and how communities are reclaiming their cultural heritage.
Jul 27, 20261:00:37
Flirting With Evil: The Catholic Church in the Age of Total War and Globalization
Historian Ambrogio Caiani discusses his new book Flirting With Evil: The Catholic Church in the Age of Total War and Globalization.
Jun 29, 202655:46
Is Cuba Next for an American Invasion?
Dr. Jorge Duany, professor emeritus from Florida International University, discusses the history of the tension between Cuba and the United States and the possibility of a military invasion.
Jun 22, 202659:06
The era of Pope Leo XIV
Tony Aguilar speaks with Claire Giangravé, reporter for Religion News Service, about key issues facing the Catholic Church today, including Pope Leo's recent trip to Spain and his ongoing disagreements with the Trump administration.
Jun 1, 202654:27
Liberalism under attack
Author, historian and CUNY professor Dr. Helena Rosenblatt challenges our modern understanding of liberalism, tracing its origins, its transformations and why it continues to struggle in today's political landscape.
Mar 23, 20261:08:28
Is NATO still relevant?
Dr. Dafydd Townley of the University of Portsmouth and Dr. Marlene Wind of the University of Copenhagen discuss the future of NATO.
Feb 23, 202646:26
The state of american news media. Can it regain the trust of the public?
Dr. Diana Owen, professor of political science at Georgetown University, discusses the state of American news media.
Jan 26, 202658:51
Can Greenland survive American Imperialism?
Dr. Marlene Wind, professor of political science at the University of Copenhagen, discusses the consequences of America's attempt to take over Greenland and whether relations between Europe and America can be repaired.
Jan 19, 202642:41
BREXIT: Failure or success?
Dr. Dafydd Townley, Senior Fellow at Portsmouth Military, discusses the consequences of BREXIT.
Jan 5, 202646:20
The crisis in Sudan
The situation in Sudan is regarded as the greatest humanitarian crisis in the world today. Dr. Khalid Mendani discusses the root causes and how it may end.
Dec 22, 202533:38
What's Next For Venezuela?
Dr. Michael Shifter talks about the crisis in Venezuela.
Mar 7, 202541:03
Is the Trump administration looking to split with the transatlantic alliance?
The Trump administration has caused tension with the transatlantic alliance in terms of defense security and trade and seeks to build a relationship with Russia. Is the 80 year old transatlantic alliance headed for a split?
Feb 26, 202529:52
Will tariffs solve America's fentanyl crisis?
As America's fentanyl crisis continues, the Trump Administration is using tariffs to contend with the problem. History however shows that previous attempts to control supply have routinely failed.
Feb 19, 202530:27
Trump and the mainline church, a conflict of visions
Rev. Peter Cook, executive director of the New York State Council of Churches, discusses whether the Trump administration is attempting to delegitimize the mainline church in order to lift up Christian nationalism.
Feb 12, 202530:39
Is the media still struggling to find a way to cover Trump?
Diana Owen, Professor of Political Science at Georgetown University, discusses how media organizations are trying different ways to effectively cover the second Trump Administration.
Feb 5, 202527:07
AI and the workforce
Dara Dotson, founder of the Global Workforce Resilience Advisory Board, discusses the potential impact of AI on the workforce as well as efforts to mitigate the challenges.
Jun 5, 202447:51
Genocides throughout the world
Dr. Kerry Whigham, Director of Research and Online Education at the Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities, discusses how genocides can be prevented.
May 22, 202440:46
South Africa after apartheid
New York Times Johannesburg Bureau Chief John Eligon discusses South Africa since the end of apartheid.
May 15, 202448:19
What's next for the United Methodist Church?
Heather Hahn, Associate Editor for the United Methodist News Service, discusses the aftermath of the 2024 general convention.
May 1, 202442:49
How secure are undersea infrastructures?
Dr. Marion Mesmer, Senior Research Fellow in the International Security program at Chatham House, discusses potential conflicts in the Baltic region's undersea infrastructure.
Apr 17, 20241:03:09
Are colleges being influenced by foreign money?
Joel Kotkin discusses the influence of foreign money on college campuses.
Apr 3, 202448:10
Claire Giangrave on Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality
Vatican Reporter Claire Giangrave discusses the implications of Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality.
Mar 27, 202442:03
Fighting against government corruption
Kinda Hattar, Director for the Middle East and North Africa for Transparency International, discusses how they are fighting against public corruption.
Mar 20, 202444:47
Climate change and global warming: A Clear and Present Danger
Jeff Ordower, Director for 350.org North America, discusses the progress and challenges of fighting climate change and global warming.
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