The Global Detail

Jay Naidoo is an Indian born South African social activist. He is the founding General Secretary of the Congress of South African Trade Unions, and was a Minister who served in President Mandela's Cabinet. Naidoo gives his take on the state of the country, its economic prospects, and the future of Mandela's African National Congress.(Disclaimer: All guests views are their own.)Jay Naidoo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jay_NaidooMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Highest Peaks - Drums Only" by William Van De Crommert (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.

Omar Waraich, is a writer, journalist, and human rights advocate who has covered Pakistan and South Asia for Time Magazine and The Independent. He joins us to discuss the many issues facing Pakistan, from its political troubles to financial issues to its struggle against climate change.Omar Waraich on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmarWaraichOmar's website: https://www.omarwaraich.com/Omar's Article: "It's Time For The Generals To Let Go In Pakistan" https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/05/18/imrankhan-pakistan-military-elections/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Distressing Reports" by John Presstone (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.

We talk to the authors of "Age of Danger: Keeping America Safe in an Era of New Superpowers, New Weapons, and New Threats" (Andrew Hoehn & Thom Shanker) about the myriad of new threats facing the United States and how to face them.Andrew Hoehn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndyHoehnThom Shanker on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThomShankerAge of Danger on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Danger-Keeping-America-Superpowers/dp/B0BJ1673NM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H3H2697IUFWP&keywords=age+of+danger&qid=1685293653&sprefix=age+of+danger%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke "True Detective" by Boris Skalksy (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC. Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.

Lieutenant General Deependra Singh Hooda discusses his time in the Indian Army, including the famous 2016 "surgical strikes," along with the current and future state of India's foreign policy.Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke "Investigations in Mumbait" by Boris Skalsky (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.

Aaron David Miller discusses the current state of the Israel, from Judicial Reforms, the relations with the Palestinians, and Israel's dealing with the rest of the Middle East.Aaron David Miller on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aarondmiller2The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: https://carnegieendowment.org/Music: Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Exploring The Middle East" by Daniel Willett (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.

Sugith Varughese is an Indian Canadian actor, writer, and director best known for his performance as Mr. Metha on the hit show Kim's Convenience. He discusses working in film & television in Canada and the various aspects of diversity and representation in the entertainment business.Sugith Varughese on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SugithVarugheseSugith Varughese on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0890268/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Positive Vibes" by Boris Skalsky (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Milan Vaishnav talks about the different aspect of the Indian diaspora in America. Milan is a Senior Fellow and Director of the South Asia Program and the host of the Grand Tamasha podcast at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.Milan Vaishnav on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MilanVMilan on Substack: https://milanvaishnav.substack.com/“The Grand Tamasha” Podcast: https://grand-tamasha.simplecast.com/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"East Chill" by Boomer (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

The American South is a complex place these days. Chuck Reece, the founder of Salvation South, joins us to unpack the thorny subject of politics in The South and how he uses the love of Southern culture to inspire change in the region.Chuck Reece on Twitter: https://twitter.com/chuckreeceSalvation South: https://www.salvationsouth.com/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Clear Pathways" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Ambassador Ian Kemish unpacks the evolution of Australian diplomacy and how they have taken their place on the world stage while forging a new identity apart from their British colonial roots.Ian Kemish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IanKemishIan's book “The Consul: An Insider Account from Australia's Diplomatic Frontline”https://www.amazon.com/Consul-Insider-Australias-Diplomatic-Frontline-ebook/dp/B0B3LWKC59/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TACBD8NWKRI0&keywords=the+consul+ian+kemish&qid=1664248723&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=ian+kemish%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Forridel: https://www.forridel.com/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"The Flow of Nature" by leadsquid (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Dr. Unni Karunakara, former President of Médecins Sans Frontières (a.k.a. Doctors Without Borders) led an organization that literally and metaphorically traverses borders. With altruism at its core, MSF prioritizes healthcare in the most impoverished and destitute places, to all people regardless of race, creed, religion or political affiliation. The challenges include political unrest, conflict zones and climate change and yet Dr. Unni explains how MSF remains unwavering in their commitment and their ethos. Dr. Unni Karanukara on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnniKarunakaraDoctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières: https://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Change is Coming" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

As China slowly but surely rises to take its place alongside the United States as a superpower, Ali Wyne, a senior analyst with Eurasia Group's Global Macro practice, discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with it.Ali Wyne on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ali_WyneAli's book: "America's Great-Power Opportunity: Revitalizing U.S. Foreign Policy to Meet the Challenges of Strategic Competition" - https://www.amazon.com/Americas-Great-Power-Opportunity-Competition-Revitalize/dp/1509545549Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Chasing The Sun" by Oleksii Abramovych (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Wajahat S. Khan talks about Pakistan, The Partition and the perils of the military state as both India and Pakistan celebrate 75 years of independence.Wajahat S. Khan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WajSKhanMusic: Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Taj Mahal - Indian Theme (Full)" by Giuseppe Rizzo (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Amanda Glassman & Julia Kaufman from the Center for Global Development talk about evaluating the effectiveness of aid & intervention programs in the area known as the Global South. The Report (Breakthrough to Policy UseReinvigorating Impact Evaluation for Global Development): https://pubs.cgdev.org/evidence-to-impact/index.htmlAmanda Glassman: https://www.cgdev.org/expert/amanda-glassmanJulia Kaufman: https://www.cgdev.org/staff/julia-kaufmanMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Exploring The Possibilty" by Jon Presstone (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

In the wake of wars, climate change, and scarce resources, Sir Mark Lowcock, a former U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, talks about the strategies and systems needed to combat a potential food crisis around the globe. About Sir Mark Lowcock: https://www.cgdev.org/expert/mark-lowcockHis book, Relief Chief: A Manifesto for Saving Lives in Dire Times:https://www.amazon.com/Relief-Chief-Manifesto-Saving-Lives-ebook/dp/B099PZ153T/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"In This Together" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Within days of American withdrawal, Afghanistan fell under Taliban control with a speed that took much of the world by surprise. Akshobh Giridharadas spoke with Michael Kugelman Deputy Director and Senior Associate for South Asia at the Wilson Center, to get his assessment of how it happened and of life in Afghanistan in the era of Taliban 2.0.Learn more about Michael Kugelman: https://www.wilsoncenter.org/person/michael-kugelmanMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Uncovering The Truth" by Jon Presstone (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

As Ukraine defends itself from the ongoing Russian invasion, Christopher Miller, an Assistant Professor of International History at the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy at Tufts University, delves into the mindset of Vladimir Putin and the politics of Russia that created this conflict.Learn more about Christopher Miller: https://www.christophermiller.net/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Virgo" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

Few authors know the might of the pen over the sword like novelist and columnist Aatish Taseer, who has been both celebrated and censured for his work by individuals and governments. Born to an Indian Sikh mother and a Pakistani Muslim father, Aatish Taseer is a writer whose background gives him unique insight into the politics of the Subcontinent. Akshobh Giridharadas spoke with him during the height of the pandemic about politics and identity and how his personal journey influenced his career as a writer. Aatish Taseer in Vanity Fair: https://www.vanityfair.com/contributor/aatish-taseerAatish Taseer in the New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/column/aatish-taseerStranger To History: A Son's Journey Through Islamic Lands: - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009WVJSCY/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Five Rivers" by Neil Golden (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.

As a journalist and the ex-wife of the current Pakistani Prime Minister, Reham Khan has unique insight into the politics of charitable work and challenges one meets when trying to make change in a conservative Islamic society like Pakistan. We spoke to her during the height of the COVID 19 pandemic in India & Pakistan to get her views on the state of politics in the region.Akshobh's article on Passports: https://www.thequint.com/voices/opinion/indian-passport-dual-citizenship-american-citizens-immigrants-visa-issues-commonwealthReham Khan Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/RehamKhanFoundationOfficial/CREDITSMusic: Theme song by Brandon Duke. / "Arabic Night" by Bobby Cole (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Brandon Duke & Akshobh Giridharadas.Edited by Brandon Duke.Copyright 2022 by Karkata Media LLC.

What happens when you find your worst enemy is safely hidden in an ally country? Cameron Munter was the U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan when the United States found and killed Osama Bin Laden in Pakistan. Husain Haqqani was the Pakistani Ambassador to the United States. Both ambassadors tell their story as we examine the Rashomon Effect of this historic incident.CREDITSMusic: Theme song by Brandon Duke. / "Precious Water" Douglas Galbraith & Neil Golden (licensed through Storyblocks).To support the podcast you can go to patreon.com/karkatamedia .Produced by Brandon Duke & Akshobh Giridharadas.Edited by Brandon Duke.Copyright 2022 by Karkata Media LLC.

Behind the headlines, beyond borders to the stories that affect the world. THE GLOBAL DETAIL is a long-form narrative podcast using interviews from experts on various geopolitical issues from around the world to provide expert perspectives.