The Europe Desk

We sat down with College of Europe Rector and former Vice President of the European Commission Federica Mogherini to discuss EU-China relations, and how she expects the EU's de-risking process to proceed.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music: Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design: Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Hailey Ordal, Josephine Sylvestre Production: Hailey Ordal Communications: Sophie al Mutawaly

On June 12, 2023, former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind his party, Forza Italia, and a media empire worth more than $7 billion. In this episode, we sat down with Georgetown University professor Pauliina Patana to discuss Silvio Berlusconi's legacy and what comes next for the Italian state. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Euorpe and transatlantic relations today. Music: Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design: Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Hailey Ordal, Josephie Sylvestre Production: Hailey Ordal Communications: Sophie al Mutawaly

In collaboration with our partners at Columbia University, the Europe Desk sat down with Michael O'Hanlon, a senior fellow and director of research at the Brookings Institution as well as Yevhen Fedchenko, the chief editor and co-founder of Ukrainian fact-checking website StopFake.org. In this expansive conversation, the Europe Desk and our guests discuss the war on the ground, the future of western investment in the region, the tactical use of Russian disinformation and the means to counter it, the role of Russian citizens, personal anecdotes from the war, and the future of Ukraine. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facint Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music: Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design: Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Hailey Ordal, Josephine Sylvestre Production: Sophie al Mutawaly, Katherine Yusko, Andreea Propocan, Michael Kaether, Mason Kane Communications: Sophie al Mutawaly

Last month, The Europe Desk sat down with Martin Schulz, the Former President of the European Parliament, to hear his reflections on recent events and perspective on the future of European affairs. Our conversation spanned various topics, including Qatargate, the future of the European socialist movement, and the Russia-Ukraine crisis.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music: Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder. Design: Sarah Diebboll. Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler. Production: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Communications: Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian.

Guest: Professor Marc Busch Although the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is largely concerned with promoting environmental protection and advancing climate goals, its provisions regarding electric vehicles have unexpectedly become a sticking point in transatlantic relations. In this episode, we sat down with Georgetown University professor and trade expert Marc Busch to better understand why European leaders are unhappy with the IRA and how this transatlantic disagreement may evolve in the coming months. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music: Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder.  Design: Sarah Diebboll.  Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler. Production: Hailey Ordal, Josephine Sylvestre. Communications: Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian.

Barcelona has emerged as one of the EU's top startup hubs, and we wanted to learn about the factors that set the city up for success in this space, as well as how European and American cities can contribute to innovations in the science and technology spheres. We sat down with Alexis Roig, the CEO and Barcelona's Chief Science and Technology Envoy, to learn more about his role in connecting cities, foreign affairs, and science diplomacy. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll. Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler. Production by Flora Adamian and Drew Fenner. Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian. https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast   Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

The Russian war in Ukraine and Europe's current energy crisis are inextricably linked. Recent crisis-response techniques in the European Union appear to have been successful for the continent, resulting in just enough stored energy to survive through the coming winter. Looking ahead, medium- and long-term policies targeted at diversifying energy sources will be vital for economic and environmental sustainability in Europe. This week, we spoke with Max Gruenig, a climate and energy economist and Professor at Georgetown's Walsh School of Foreign Service. Our conversation touches on the energy crisis, Europe's most recent efforts to combat it, and Ukraine's future in the EU. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Mason Kane, Carson Rayhill Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

While an increasingly erratic climate demands environmental action and mitigation measures, the pandemic and war in Ukraine underscore serious vulnerabilities in global supply chains. In this context, we focus on two areas at the center of the transatlantic agenda — sustainability and resilience. Recent legislative developments in the U.S and EU aim to advance decarbonization, resource efficiency, and supply chain resilience. In this episode, Vice President of Corporate Communications for BMW of North America Adam Sykes joins us to discuss how these political and legislative developments are influencing BMW's sustainability strategy and business operations.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Drew Fenner, Flora Adamian, Joe Vitale Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

EU Commissioner for the Economy and former Italian Prime Minister Paolo Gentiloni recently joined the Europe Desk to discuss the state of the economy and the proposed recovery strategies. We asked him about potential fragmentation amongst EU Member States and what this means for solidarity. We also asked him about the additional economic challenges some countries face in the form of high debt levels and increasing borrowing costs.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Hailey Ordal and Josephine Sylvestre Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly, and Flora Adamian https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

European Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly recently joined The Europe Desk to discuss her work on ethics, lobbying, whistleblowing, transparency in law-making, and good practices in EU public administration. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Ryan Conner and Jakob Winkler. Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly and Flora Adamian. https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.  

The month of September saw multiple elections taking place across Europe, with two especially high-profile contests in the United Kingdom and in Italy. In this episode, POLITICO Europe's Suzanne Lynch joined us to break down the results of each contest, what they mean for the domestic politics of each country, and how these results may impact these countries' relationships with the European Union.   The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Ryan Conner and Hailey Ordal. Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly and Flora Adamian. https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

At the Madrid Summit this past summer, NATO Leaders made significant and transformative choices that established the Alliance's near- and long-term strategic orientation with the 2030 Strategic Concept. The latest Strategic Concept was issued twelve years ago, but Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues to heighten Europe's security posture. As NATO members respond to the prospect of Russian aggression, implementing the NATO 2030 strategy signals a fundamental change in securitizing the Euro-Atlantic space for the next decade. In this episode, Dr. Nele Marianne Ewers-Peters, and Ed Arnold discuss the 2030 Strategic Concept and its implications. Dr. Ewers-Peter is a lecturer at the Universität der Bundeswehr and a researcher who focuses on relations between member states and institutions. Ed Arnold is a Research Fellow at Royal United Services Institute focusing on European Security. His governmental and business sector experience includes defense, intelligence, counterterrorism, and counterinsurgency. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Design by Sarah Diebboll Leadership: Flora Adamian, Jakob Winkler Production by Mason Kane and Joe Vitale. Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, Sophie al-Mutawaly and Flora Adamian. https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you need more information about the Center's events, or have any questions or feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Andreas Schwab, Member of the European Parliament and of the German CDU, is the rapporteur for the Digital Markets Act (DMA). In this episode, we follow up with MEP Schwab to get some updates on the EU's efforts to regulate global tech companies through the passage of the DMA. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Flora Adamian and Jakob Winkler. Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, and Flora Adamian. Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.  

Steven Egan, a final-year doctoral researcher at Queen's University Belfast and a Program Associate at the Washington Ireland Program, joined us to explain the results of the recent Northern Ireland Assembly elections, make the case for a new U.S. Special Envoy, and discuss the importance of youth engagement in northern politics.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Ryan Conner, Iris Thatcher, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

This episode celebrates our 100th episode milestone. We pulled our favorite clips from both current and past TED volunteers, which are ordered by release date. The clips cover everything from the EU as a geopolitical actor, strategic autonomy, and region-specific issues. We hope that you enjoy this special compilation of clips, and we look forward to working on our next 100 episodes. Thank you for listening over the past six seasons! The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Mitchell Fariss, and Alistair Somerville. Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Célia Belin, Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution's Center on the United States and Europe, sat down with us to discuss the results of the French presidential election. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Jakob Winkler Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Kenneth Joh, Adjunct Lecturer for the Urban and Regional Planning program at Georgetown University, sat down with us to discuss differences in transportation systems between the U.S. and Europe. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Teresa Eder and Jason Moyer sat down with us to discuss the EU's current role in the discussion of great power comeptition. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Link to "The European Union's U-Turn: Emergence of a Great Power?", by Teresa Eder and Jason Moyer. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mitchell Fariss, Shelby Emami, Iris Thatcher Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Thomas Zimmer sat down with us to discuss the struggle of liberal democracy in both the European Union and the United States. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production Shelby Emami, Jakob Winkler, Iris Thatcher Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Mohammed Chahim, rapporteur for the CBAM and Member of the European Parliament for the Dutch Social Democrats, sat down with us to discuss the carbon border adjustment mechanism. This episode was produced in collaboration with the Georgetown SFS Energy Club and the European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington, DC. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Pau Ruiz Guix, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Alain Lefebvre sat down with us in this bonus episode to discuss his new book, Macron Unveiled: The Prototype For a New Generation of Leaders. --- The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mason Kane and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Andrew Hyde, Marla Keenan, and Alex Hopkins sat down with us to discuss NATO's policy towards the protection of civilians in armed conflict. "The Protection of Civilians within Collective Defense," by Andrew Atkinson: https://www.stimson.org/2021/the-protection-of-civilians-within-collective-defense/ "A Political and Diplomatic Case for Protection of Civilians at NATO," by Andrew Hyde: https://www.stimson.org/2021/a-political-and-diplomatic-case-for-protection-of-civilians-at-nato/ "Building Bridges, Reinforcing Protection: How NATO's Protection of Civilians Framework Influenced Ukraine's Approach," by Beatrice Godefroy, Liza Baran, Suleiman Mamutov: https://www.stimson.org/2021/building-bridges-reinforcing-protection/ --- The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Ryan Conner, Mason Kane, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Heli Hautala, Visiting and Adjunct Fellow for the Transatlantic Security Program at CNAS and Finnish career diplomat, spoke with us about the potential for Finnish and Swedish NATO membership amidst the ongoing Ukraine crisis. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Ms. Anna Iasmi Vallianatou, Academy Associate for the Europe Programme at Chatham House, sat down with us to discuss the current state of EU asylum policy and how it has applied to Afghan asylum-seekers over the past six months. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Steven Keil and Liana Fix joined us to discuss German-Russian relations and the evolution of Ostpolitk amidst the backdrop of the ongoing Ukraine crisis. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mason Kane and Mitchell Fariss. Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Mr. Kenneth Høegh, Head of Representation at the Greenland Representation in Washington, D.C., sat down with us to discuss Greenland's role in global affairs. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production Iris Thatcher and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Andrea Kendall-Taylor, Senior Fellow and Director of the Transatlantic Security Program at the Center for a New American Security, sat down with us to discuss the origins and implications of the ongoing crisis provoked by Russia's military buildup near its border with Ukraien. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Stefan Auer joined us to discuss how the rule of law debate between Poland and the European Court of Justice has reopened old questions about legal supremacy. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mason Kane and Jonathan Meilaender Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Célia Belin, Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution's Center on the United States and Europe, sat down with us to discuss France's upcoming political whirlwind, including the national presidential election in April and the French EU presidency beginning in January.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Jakob Winkler Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

In this live-recorded episode for members of European Horizons at Georgetown, Ambassador Kenneth Yalowitz sat down with us to discuss frozen conflicts in the post-Soviet space. European Horizons empowers the youth to foster a stronger transatlantic bond and a more united Europe—cornerstones of a future underpinned by democracy, equality, and freedom. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mitchell Fariss, Nick Lokker Communications by Iris Thatcher, Colleen Dougherty, Mason Kane, Shelby Emami, Flora Adamian  Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Anna von der Goltz joined us to discuss her new book, The Other '68ers: Student Protest and Christian Democracy in West Germany. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.  Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Flora Adamian, Shelby Emami, Mitchell Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher, Colleen Dougherty, Mason Kane, Shelby Emami, Flora Adamian  Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

In this episode, we sat down with Javier Niño Pérez, Director/Deputy Management Director for the Americas at the European External Action Service, and Cristina Lobillo Borrero, Director of Energy Policy at DG ENER of the European Commission, for our first in-person event and interview since the onset of the pandemic. We discuss policy and diplomatic priorities for EU-Latin American relations and explore topics such as the European Green Deal, digital transformation, and more. This episode was produced in collaboration with the Latin American Policy Association at Georgetown. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Jakob Winkler Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Guy Verhofstadt, former Prime Minister of Belgium and the European Parliament's chair for the Conference on the Future of Europe, sat down with us to discuss how the European Union can reform itself to increase its resilience to future crises as well as its democratic legitimacy in the eyes of citizens.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Jakob Winkler Communications by Iris Thatcher, Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, and Flora Adamian Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Anne Marie Brady, Program Officer and Fellow at GMF Cities, sat down with us to discuss how cities have and can better promote social sustainability on both sides of the Atlantic. In the episode, we take a deep dive into city-level responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, discuss the role of civic engagement, and look into the “Vibrant Neighborhoods Forum.” The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher, Flora Adamian, and Mitchell Fariss. Communications by Shelby Emami, Mason Kane, Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher, and Flora Adamian. Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Andreas Schwab is a Member of the European Parliament and of the German CDU. He is also the rapporteur for the Digital Markets Act (DMA). In this episode, we delve into the DMA and its impact on regulating competition in the digital space. In partnership with the European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington, DC. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Jakob Winkler, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Shelby Emami, Colleen Dougherty, and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Niko Switek joined us to discuss the outcomes of Germany's recent elections on September 26, 2021, and what the country can expect as it transitions to a post-Angela Merkel political environment. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.   Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mitchell Fariss, Jonathan Meilaender, Colleen Dougherty, Flora Adamian Communications by Shelby Emami, Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Lenka Buštíková joined us for this bonus episode to discuss her new book, Extreme Reactions: Radical Right Mobilization in Eastern Europe. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.  Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Colleen Dougherty, Mitchell Fariss Communications by Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner, Flora Adamian, Colleen Dougherty, Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Max Bergmann, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress, joined us to talk about the current state of the European Union's defense efforts. In this episode, we discuss the shifting U.S. approach to EU defense initiatives, the relationship between the EU and NATO, and the future of European strategic autonomy. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.  Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Luka Ignac Communications by Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Louise van Schaik, Head of Unit EU & Global Affairs at the Clingendael Institute, joined us to talk about how the EU approaches climate change as a policy issue. In this episode, we discuss EU policy documents, such as the European Green Deal and the “Climate Change and Defence Roadmap,” to better understand how the EU addresses the climate change and security nexus. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.  Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Iris Thatcher, Ryan Conner, and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Colleen Dougherty and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dr. Vivien Schmidt joined us for this bonus episode to discuss her new book, Europe's Crisis of Legitimacy: Governing by Rules and Ruling by Numbers in the Eurozone. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today.  Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Mitchell Fariss, Shelby Emami, Ryan Conner Communications by Nick Lokker and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Gesine Weber, Program Coordinator at the German Marshall Fund's Paris Office, joined us for this bonus episode to discuss the recent Transatlantic Trends 2021 report, published by the GMF in partnership with the Bertelsmann Foundation. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker and Mitch Fariss Communications by Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Mujtaba Rahman, Managing Director of the Eurasia Group's Europe Program, joined us for our season 4 finale to discuss the critical elections coming up in Europe, the future of EU-UK relations and other key issues the EU will have to respond to over the next decade. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Emily Traynor Mayrand and Jonas Heering Communications by Hannah Tyler, Iris Thatcher and Mitch Fariss Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Roberta Metsola, First Vice President of the European Parliament and MEP from Malta joined us to discuss Frontex and the European Parliament's Frontex Scrutiny Working Group's investigation into the agency. This episode was produced in partnership with the European Parliament Liaison Office in Washington, D.C. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Emily Traynor Mayrand, Jonas Heering and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Kimberly Cowell-Meyers and Carolyn Gallaher, professors at American University, join us to discuss the recent violence in Northern Ireland, how the legacy of the Troubles continues to influence current events in the region, and how Brexit has impacted relations among Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Emily Traynor Mayrand, Jonas Heering and Mitchell Fariss Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Costas Lapavitsas, Professor of Economics at the SOAS University of London, joins us to discuss the Covid-driven economic crisis gripping the US and EU, their relationship to the financial crisis of 2007-2009 and how policy responses to the current crisis will shape our collective future. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Andrew Schlegel, Jonas Heering and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Dan Hamilton, Director of the Global Europe Program at the Wilson Center and Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation Distinguished Fellow, joined us to discuss trade and the transatlantic relationship in the time of COVID-19 and China's rise as a global power. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Jonas Heering, Justin Faulhaber, Mitch Fariss and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

John Austin, director of the Michigan Economic Center and a nonresident senior fellow at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and Jeff Anderson, professor of political science at the BMW Center for German and European Studies and the Department of Government at Georgetown University, joined us to discuss their recent work on the rise of populism in industrial regions on either side of the Atlantic and how to respond to this phenomenon.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Colleen Dougherty, Jonas Heering and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Asli Aydıntaşbaş, senior policy fellow with the Wider Europe programme at the European Council on Foreign Relations, joined us in part two of our series on Turkey to discuss Turkey's relationship with the EU and ongoing maritime tensions with Cyprus, as well as Turkey's relationships with the United States and Russia. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Jonas Heering, Nick Lokker and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Sarah de Lange, Professor of Political Science at the University of Amsterdam, joined us to discuss last week's elections in the Netherlands, including the continued success of Prime Minister Mark Rutte's VVD party, the state of the Dutch far right, and the prospects for building a governing coalition in Parliament. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Jonas Heering, Nick Lokker and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Angela Stent, Professor of Government and Foreign Service at Georgetown University, sat down with The Europe Desk to discuss recent developments in Russia, including the protests following the arrest of Alexei Navalny as well as the country's worsening relations with Germany, the European Union, and the United States.  The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Nick Lokker, Jonas Heering, Mitchell Fariss and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.

Pawel Zerka, policy fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations with the Rethink: Europe initiative sat down with The Europe Desk to discuss the ECFR Cohesion Monitor's latest report  "The crisis that made the EU: European cohesion in the age of COVID" and how the crisis has challenged the EU, how united EU member states were going into the crisis, and what implications COVID has for the future of European integration. The Europe Desk is a podcast from the BMW Center for German and European Studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. It brings together leading experts working on the most pertinent issues facing Europe and transatlantic relations today. Music by Sam Kyzivat and Breakmaster Cylinder Production by Jonas Heering and Emily Traynor Mayrand Communications by Hannah Tyler and Iris Thatcher Design by Sarah Diebboll https://cges.georgetown.edu/podcast Twitter and Instagram: @theeuropedesk If you would like a transcript of this episode, more information about the Center's events, or have any feedback, please email: theeuropedesk@georgetown.edu.