Podcasts about Soft power

durée : 00:04:22 - Le Zoom de France Inter - Depuis une semaine et pour six mois, Osaka accueille l'Exposition universelle. Si pour le grand public l'événement est avant tout un divertissement, il se joue aussi, pour les pays participants, des enjeux d'influence et de diplomatie.

durée : 01:48:14 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Alors que le Vietnam célèbre les 50 ans de la chute de Saigon, il affiche une croissance soutenue, une jeunesse connectée et un positionnement diplomatique de plus en plus actif. Le pays est-il devenu un acteur stratégique dans l'Asie du Sud-Est contemporaine ? - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Pierre Journoud Professeur d'histoire contemporaine à l'Université Paul-Valéry Montpellier 3, enseignant chercheur; Thierry Wolton Journaliste et essayiste, spécialiste des relations internationales.

The U.S. has long balanced military strength with soft power in the Middle East through agencies like USAID. With the Trump administration reversing these policies, is this a necessary realignment—or a costly retreat? Those against these changes argue this will boost rivals like Iran and China and harm America's image. Those hailing them argue it's a necessary correction, favoring clear, transactional geopolitical goals over costly diplomacy. Now we debate: Was Trump Right to Be Hard on Soft Power in the Middle East?        Arguing Yes: Faisal Saeed Al Mutar, President & Founder of Ideas Beyond Borders   Arguing No: Jeffrey Gedmin, President & CEO of the Middle East Broadcasting Networks    Xenia Wickett, Geopolitical strategist, moderator at Wickett Advisory, and Trustee of Transparency International UK, is the guest moderator.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

My guest today for the second time is Mark Dow. Mark is one of my favourite thinkers on Macro, and his experience at the IMF, the US Treasury, and Wall Street gives him a truly unique perspective for the current moment. As we went through one of the biggest market and policy upheavals of my career, I reached out to Mark to help us make sense of this situation. We recorded this episode on Thursday, the 10th of April, and talked about the general principle behind tariffs, the global trading system, the goals of President Trump, and the market reaction. Please enjoy this conversation with Mark Dow. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page HERE. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:00:07) Understanding Tariffs: Historical Context and Rationale (00:01:05) China's Role in Global Trade (00:01:54) Impact of Automation on Jobs (00:03:07) Trump's Trade Policies and Their Implications (00:04:20) Challenges with Current Tariff Approaches (00:05:37) Global Trade Imbalances and Misconceptions (00:06:07) Market Reactions and Economic Consequences (00:21:35) Political Shifts and Economic Policies (00:25:56) Trump's Economic Policies and Wage Stagnation (00:26:42) Tariffs and Their Impact on Small Businesses (00:27:20) Market Reactions and Economic Surprises (00:28:41) Equity and Credit Market Dynamics (00:30:59) China's Strategic Moves and Market Implications (00:33:49) The Fed's Role in Economic Stability (00:39:00) Global Trade Relations and Soft Power (00:49:08) Negotiating with Trump: Strategies and Challenges Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Morten Bøås (PhD) is a Research Professor at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs. He works on violent conflict, insurgencies, and fragile states in Africa and the Middle East. From 2020 to 2023 Bøås was the Principal Investigator of the EU Horizon 2020 funded Project PREVEX – Preventing violent extremism in the Balkans and the MENA: Strengthening resilience in enabling environments. His latest book is “Resisting Radicalization: Exploring the Non-Occurrence of Violent Extremism.” Out of 9-11 attacks, one major conclusion is it was a Black Swan Operation which means it could happen, but intelligence services missed the signals. Grievances or underlying causes may push someone into a violent life due to lack of education, food insecurity, or poverty.  Soft Power programs, such as Peace Corps, UN assistance and USAID may provide a better life for people who are susceptible.  USAID is rated as an extremely efficient and effective self-help program. 

Qu'est-ce que la gastronomie, vraiment ? Et pourquoi est-il si important de la défendre aujourd'hui ?Dans cet extrait du podcast Le mot de la faim, Célia Tunc, secrétaire générale du Collège Culinaire de France, partage une vision engagée de la gastronomie : un lien vivant entre producteurs, cuisiniers, artisans et citoyens.Elle revient sur la mission du Collège Culinaire :

Ep 71- noseyAF Live!: Faux Fur, Circus Stories, Feelings, and Soft Power with Catie Burrill“Textile work has always been a silent language, especially among women.”- Catie BurrillSummary of the episode:The inaugural episode of noseyAF on Lumpen Radio introduces host Stephanie Graham and her signature blend of curiosity, creativity, and community. In this candid conversation, Stephanie sits down with Chicago-based fiber artist Catie Burrill to discuss the intersection of art, activism, and social change. Known for her whimsical and thought-provoking use of faux fur, Katie shares how her circus background, textile work, and commitment to sustainability shape her artistic vision. This episode sets the tone for the series—personal, probing, and full of laughter and insight.Listeners are invited to reflect on how art can be a medium for activism, the history of textiles as silent communication, and the power of affirmations in mental health and creative practice.Chapters:00:10 - Introduction to Lumpin Radio07:19 - The Art of Furgate: A Journey into Textile and Community13:15 - The Circus Life: Behind the Scenes29:13 - The Intersection of Madness and Art43:02 - Art, Snacks, and the Uncomfortable Aisle51:02 - Communicating Through Craft: The Art of Fiber and AffirmationsTopics discussed:Stephanie's first day on-air as a radio hostCatie's journey through circus life, fiber art, and faux furThe emotional and cultural significance of textile artArt as activism and community engagementAffirmations, mental health, and creativityGuest bioCatie Burrill is a Chicago-based fiber artist whose work pulls from a decade of wayfaring across the US on Greyhound buses, circus trains, and non-descript cargo vans. Fascinated by the psyche, she uses textiles and found objects to explore the intersection of madness, cultural identity, and storytelling through stitchwork and the early internet.Resources mentioned in this episodeLumpen RadioMatt Bodett Mad Disability AdvocateStephanie's WebsiteEpisode sponsored by: This episode is brought to you by Graham Cracker Pins, affordable limited-edition wearable art by artists. Shop now.Connect with Catie Instagram: @yescatieWebsite: catieburrill.comSubscribe to Catie's NewsletterConnect & Stay UpdatedVisit my website (Art, Projects & More)Follow on Instagram (@stephaniegraham)Join my Studio NewsletterListen to more episodesSupport & Feedback

durée : 01:49:14 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Premier sommet afro-asiatique, la conférence de Bandung a permis récemment indépendants d'exprimer une voix commune, amorçant le mouvement des non-alignés. Mais cette unité affichée a-t-elle réellement jeté les bases d'un ordre international durable ? - réalisation : Peire Legras - invités : Thierry Wolton Journaliste et essayiste, spécialiste des relations internationales.; Pierre Grosser Historien, spécialiste des relations internationales, membre du Centre d'histoire de Sciences Po; Arnaud Nourry Président-directeur général du groupe d'édition indépendant Les Nouveaux Éditeurs.

Eric Olander, Editor in Chief of the China-Global South Project joins the International News Review with “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to discuss China's response to the US Tariffs, President Xi Jinping's Southeast Asian tour next week and his rising use of soft power, how Vietnam's government is caught in a tight spot caught between Beijing and Washington, and the Philippines arms race to protect its territory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ansa - di Anna Lisa Rapanà.La visita di Stato di Carlo III, simboli e soft power.

Joseph S. Nye Jr. is a Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, Emeritus, and former Dean of Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. He has served as assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs, as chairman of the National Intelligence Council, and as deputy undersecretary of state for security assistance, science and technology. In a recent survey of international relations scholars, he was ranked as the most influential scholar on American foreign policy, and in 2011, Foreign Policy named him one of the top 100 Global Thinkers. His most recent book, published in 2024, is “A Life in the American Century.” His other books include “The Power to Lead,” “The Future of Power,” “Presidential Leadership and the Creation of the American Era,” and "Is the American Century Over?” He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the British Academy, and the American Academy of Diplomacy. He received his bachelor's degree summa cum laude from Princeton University, won a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University, and earned a PhD in political science from Harvard. Ralph Ranalli of the HKS Office of Communications and Public Affairs is the host, producer, and editor of HKS PolicyCast. A former journalist, public television producer, and entrepreneur, he holds an BA in political science from UCLA and a master's in journalism from Columbia University.Scheduling and logistical support for PolicyCast is provided by Lilian Wainaina. Design and graphics support is provided by Laura King. Web design and social media promotion support is provided by Catherine Santrock and Natalie Montaner. Editorial support is provided by Nora Delaney and Robert O'Neill. 

Washington and Tehran agree to meet in Oman this weekend – will the talks be direct or indirect? Also in the programme: we check in with our team on the ground at Salone del Mobile 2025 and get the latest in the world of diamonds. Plus: as ‘The White Lotus’ draws its third season to a close, we discuss its soft-power strength.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

arbeitsunrecht FM ist ein Radio-Magazin rund um Arbeit, Ausbeutung und Organisierung im Betrieb.Das Fachmagazin für renitente Beschäftigte, aktive Betriebsräte und solche, die es werden wollen.Eine Stunde voll mit Nachrichten, Interview, Kommentaren und guter Musik.MODERATION: Elmar WigandUNION BUSTING-NEWS (Beginn: 10:53)Kommentierte Presseschau: Betriebsratsbehinderung, Gewerkschaftsbekämpfung und Arbeitsunrecht in Deutschland. Mit Jessica Reisner► Betriebsrat des SPD-Landesverbands Berlin tritt zurück► Union Busting am DCI► Uesa: Geschäftsführung gegen Betrievbsratsmitglied► DSW: Agentur für Arbeit fördert Drehtüreffekt► Berufsverbote 2.0: Hamburger Bürgerschaft diskutiert Regelanfrage bei Bewerbungen im öffentlichen DienstDIE KOLUMNE ► Paradigmenwechsel in den USA: Die Supermacht lässt die Maske fallen (Beginn: 42:32) ► Diversität war gestern: Freund oder Feind. Mann oder Frau. Gulasch für alle.so süß wie Maschinenöl — ARBEIT, ÖKONOMIE & ALLTAG | Eine Kolumne von Elmar Wigand für arbeitsunrecht FM #05/25 und die Graswurzelrevolution Nr. 499, Mai 2025 |"Paradigmenwechsel" ist auch so ein Wort... Vielleicht kein Bullshit-Begriff, aber doch etwas überstrapaziert. Ein Paradigmenwechsel ist in etwa das, was einst Hannes Wader in seinem Vagabunden-Song "Heute hier morgen dort" besang: "Denn was neu ist wird alt und was gestern noch galt, gilt schon heut' oder morgen nicht mehr."1Der Paradigmenwechsel, der mich gegenwärtig stark beschäftigt, ist die Abkehr der USA vom Prinzip der Soft Power und die Hinwendung dieser kriselnden und innerlich zerissenen Imperialmacht zu unverblümter Hard Power. Diese Kursumkehr ist nicht bloß rhetorisch-symbolisch, sondern ganz handfest: Sie manifestiert sich etwa in der Schließung der Entwicklungshilfe-Organisation USAID und in Plänen, das gesamte US-Bildungsministerium nach Vorbild von Argentinien zu schleifen. Außerdem in neuen Sprachregelungen, die gegen die Prinzipien Diversity, Equity und Inclusion gerichtet sind (zu deutsch: Vielfalt, Gleichstellung und Inklusion). Warum gibt die letzte verbleibernde Supermacht, die sich von China heraus gefordert sieht, diese brilliante und subtil wirkende Waffe aus der Hand?Was gibt es Besseres als die, die Glauben wollen, glauben zu lassen, dass Kriege und Eroberungen im Namen der Menschrechte geschehen?Ein eher traditionell anti-imperialistisch orientierter Genosse, den ich sehr schätze, meinte dazu lapidar und fast etwas triumphal (nach dem Motto: "Seht her ich habe es immer gewusst"): "Die USA lassen die Maske fallen und zeigen ihre hässliche Fratze. Endlich."Ja, das ist zweifelsohne richtig. Aber warum tun sie das? Wofür ist das notwendig?Der rechtsradikale österreichische Publizist Gerald Grosz bringt es auf den Punkt: "Weil wir bei Kriegsvorbereitungen nicht zwischen 72 Geschlechtern zuerst unterscheiden können, um zu wissen, ob wir ein Transenbattalion nach Russland schicken, um Russland zu erobern. Auch können wir bei Kriegsbeginn nicht darüber entscheiden, ob wir eine vegane Gulaschkanone aufstellen, damit Sie und ihre Neigungsgruppe herrlich ihr Tofugulasch bekommen..."PLAYLISTLiving Camboya – Sin miedoCletus got shot – UnamericanBessie Smith – Backwater BluesHot Lips Taylor – Uncle Sam BluesRECHTE: Wir spielen GEMA-freie Musik unter Creative Commons- oder Public Domain-Lizenz, die ihr für unkommerzielle Zwecke bedenkenlos weiter verbreiten könnt. LIZENZ: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)WER MACHT DIE SENDUNG?Der Verein Aktion gegen Arbeitsunrecht unterstützt renitente Beschäftigte, aktive Betriebsräte und konfliktbereite Gewerkschaften in ganz Deutschland. Wir sind unabhängig und finanzieren uns über Spenden und Fördermitglieder. Helft uns, macht mit!GEBT UNS FEEDBACK!Schreibt uns eine Mail: kontakt(at)arbeitsunrecht.deWir freuen uns über eure Rückmeldungen!MEHR INFOS: ⁠https://arbeitsunrecht.de/fm⁠IHR FINDET UNS GUT? ► Spendet: arbeitsunrecht.de/spende

durée : 01:48:40 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Le soft power chinois est-il vraiment “soft” ? La Chine déploie son influence par tous les canaux : culture, numérique et médias. Entre sharp power et propagande externalisée, Pékin impose un nouveau modèle de puissance. - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Stéphanie Balme Chercheuse et professeure, directrice du Centre de recherches internationales (CERI) de Sciences Po, spécialiste de la diplomatie scientifique, de la Chine globale et des relations Chine-US-UE.; Alice Ekman Docteure en relations internationales, Directrice de la recherche de l'Institut d'études de sécurité de l'Union européenne et spécialiste de la Chine.; Pierre-Yves Bérenguer Directeur général du Festival du Livre de Paris; Claire Bommelaer Grand Reporter "Culture" au Figaro

Törékeny világrendünk hatalmas forró pontján számtalan hatalmi érdek ér össze helyi sérelmekkel, Afrikában pedig Kína most a legnagyobb kavarógép. Vörös Zoltán Kína-kutatóval és Tarrósy István Afrika-kutatóval, a Pécsi Tudományegyetem oktatóival Lenthár Balázs történész és Kacskovics Mihály Béla beszélgetett. Iratkozz fel a Fülke csatornájára! Spotify: tiny.cc/FulkeSpotify Apple Podcasts: tiny.cc/FulkeApple Hallgasd meg a HVG többi podcastját: Spotify: tiny.cc/HVGpodcastokSpotify Apple Podcasts: tiny.cc/HVGpodcastokApple SoundCloud: tiny.cc/HVGpodcastokSC 00:00 Intro 01:51 Kína helye a világban – készek kiütni Amerikát? 13:25 Új selyemút, adósságcsapda, soft power – így láncolnák magukhoz a világot 24:38 A Kína-paradoxon 30:21 Afrika a Nyugat és Kína harcában 37:41 Mit akar Kína Afrikában? 43:04 Covid, rogyadozó ingatlanpiac – nagyhatalom az összeomlás szélén? 52:36 Szövetséges ellenfelek – így ütközik az orosz és a kínai érdek 57:10 Egykori és új gyarmattartók – európai, török és kínai érdekek ütközése Afrikában 1:04:57 Migráció, háborúk, szétvert országok – ha Kína a stabilitást szereti, ezzel hogy barátkozik meg?

Imagine a world where terrorists leverage social media, not merely as a tool for propaganda, but as a sophisticated weapon of influence, crafting messages that penetrate deeply into society, captivating minds and shaping global opinion. This isn't fiction. It's the chilling reality unfolding around us.Today, on Some Future Day, we dive deep into the hidden corridors of terror's digital transformation with our guest, Erez Zborowski, an expert who has walked directly in the shadowy interactions of journalism, security, and intelligence.Erez began his career with a profound lesson on the cost of truth, inspired by the tragic story of journalist James Foley. His path led him from classrooms of journalism to the volatile streets of Israel, Africa, and the Middle East, operating as a fixer, a crucial role that placed him face to face with terrorist groups and gave him unique insights into their evolving strategies.That's right. A fixer. With firsthand experience, Erez witnessed how groups like ISIS revolutionized the concept of soft power, turning heinous acts into viral content designed to recruit sympathizers worldwide.In this eye-opening conversation, we'll uncover the alarming ways terrorist organizations use social media, gaming platforms, and encrypted apps to spread their message, recruit globally, and hide in plain sight.  We'll discuss the chilling role AI might play both as a threat and, potentially, a defense against this rising digital menace. Prepare yourself because this discussion with Erez will forever alter how you perceive the digital spaces we navigate every day. The future is already here, and it's more complex and more perilous than most of us realize.Erez, thank you for joining me on this episode of Some Future Day.Order Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything"Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Erez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erez-zborowski-470977288/To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

The Cognitive Crucible is a forum that presents different perspectives and emerging thought leadership related to the information environment. The opinions expressed by guests are their own, and do not necessarily reflect the views of or endorsement by the Information Professionals Association. During this episode, Tom Kent returns to the Cognitive Crucible to share his concerns related to the United States recent withdrawal from international broadcasting. Topics include: US soft power, abandoning pro-democracy initiatives, impact on international relations, international broadcasting structure inefficiencies, and language services cost and logistics Recording Date: 25 Mar 2025 Resources: Cognitive Crucible Podcast Episodes Mentioned #10 Tom Kent on Striking Back #105 Tom Kent on Persuasion in the Developing World #177 Tom Kent on How Russia Loses US agency for Global Media (USAGM) Link to full show notes and resources Guest Bio: Thomas Kent teaches and consults on Russian affairs, journalism, and the problems of propaganda and disinformation. President of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty until 2018, he now teaches at Columbia University and consults for governments, NGOs, and news organizations. He is a senior fellow for strategic communication of the American Foreign Policy Council and an associate fellow of Slovakia's GLOBSEC. Previously, he was Moscow bureau chief for The Associated Press, head of AP's international news coverage, and editor for standards and ethics. His first book, Striking Back: Overt and Covert Options to Combat Russian Disinformation, was published in 2020, and his second, “How Russia Loses,” in 2023. He is now working on a new book, on the propaganda lessons of the Ukraine war. About: The Information Professionals Association (IPA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to exploring the role of information activities, such as influence and cognitive security, within the national security sector and helping to bridge the divide between operations and research. Its goal is to increase interdisciplinary collaboration between scholars and practitioners and policymakers with an interest in this domain. For more information, please contact us at communications@information-professionals.org. Or, connect directly with The Cognitive Crucible podcast host, John Bicknell, on LinkedIn. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, 1) IPA earns from qualifying purchases, 2) IPA gets commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

durée : 01:48:28 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Face à la montée de l'intelligence artificielle, de l'illibéralisme et à la catastrophe écologique, quels mondes les artistes inventeront-ils en 2035 ? - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Fabrice Bousteau Directeur de Beaux Arts magazine; Rebecca Lamarche-Vadel Directrice de Lafayette Anticipations - la Fondation d'entreprise Galeries Lafayette

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast.Today Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper are joined by author James Montague to discuss his new book 'Engulfed' - exploring Saudi Arabia's massive investments in sport.James gives unique insights on the history of Saudi football, the Vision 2030 project, and how Newcastle United's takeover fits into the larger picture. You'll find out how strategic use of 'soft power' has transformed Saudi Arabia's global image through sport.The trio examine the rich football culture in Saudi Arabia, the country's evolving social landscape, and the geopolitics influencing these changes.If you're enjoying the podcast, please subscribe and consider leaving a five-star review to help others find the show.00:00 Introduction00:17 James Montague's Early Works and Reviews01:28 Re-release and Sequel: Engulfed01:59 Saudi Arabia's Emergence in Sports03:26 Sports Washing and Soft Power06:47 Historical Context and Saudi Investments11:10 Mohammad bin Salman's Rise to Power23:57 The Khashoggi Incident and Its Aftermath30:13 Saudi Arabia's Football Culture31:24 Challenges of Covering Saudi Arabia33:52 Women in Saudi Football35:15 Jimmy Hill's Influence on Saudi Football40:33 David Icke's Saudi Adventure46:10 Vision 2030 and Saudi Football Investments52:26 Neom's Football Ambitions57:34 Conclusion and Book Promotion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In dieser Episode werfen wir einen Blick auf die geopolitischenEntwicklungen rund um China, sowohl aus westlicher als auch aus chinesischer Perspektive. Wie nimmt China seine Rolle in einer sich verändernden Weltordnung wahr? Wir beleuchten, wie China nicht nur militärische „Hardpower“ einsetzt,sondern auch mit „Softpower“ – durch wirtschaftliche Initiativen wie die „Belt and Road Initiative“ (1B1R) – globalen Einfluss gewinnt. Welche Auswirkungen hat dies auf Afrika und andere Regionen, die die Lücken westlicher Hilfe wie USAID füllen? Und wie sieht China selbst seine geopolitischen Ziele?Ein wichtiger Teil der Diskussion ist auch, wie sich die Beziehungen zwischen Europa und China entwickeln. Was bedeutet die Entfremdung zwischen den USA und dem Westen für das Verhältnis Europas und China? Welche wirtschaftlichen, politischen und gesellschaftlichen Prioritäten haben die Menschen in China, und wie sehen sie die EU und die USA? Dabei gehen wir auch auf die unterschiedlichen Perspektiven zu Menschenrechten, sozialer Gerechtigkeit und wirtschaftlicher Entwicklung ein.Abschließend betrachten wir die Frage, wie Europa mit China umgehen sollte – pragmatisch und strategisch, um einelangfristige Partnerschaft zu fördern und dabei die eigene Autonomie zu wahren. Ziel ist es, ein differenziertes Bild von China zu zeichnen, das über die Mainstream-Narrative hinausgeht und auch die Perspektive der Menschen in Chinaeinbezieht.Gäste:Thomas Eder ist Post-Doc Researcher am Österreichischen Institut für Internationale Politik (ÖIIP). Zu seinen Forschungsschwerpunkten gehören: Chinas Außen- und Sicherheitspolitik, China und Völkerrecht, sowie europäische und US-amerikanische China-Politik. Er hat zu diesen Themengebieten zwei Bücher, und zahlreiche Artikel und Analysen verfasst und kommentiert regelmäßig in nationalen und internationalen Medien. Vor seiner Zeit am oiip, hat er bei internationalen Think Tanks, an den Universitäten Wien und Hongkong, und im österreichischen Außenministeriumgearbeitet. Er hat an der Universität Wien, der Peking Universität und der Universität Hongkong studiert, war Gastforscher an der Academia Sinica und der NYU, und hat in China mehrfach Feldforschung betrieben.Lukas Weber beschäftigt sich seit 20 Jahren mit China. Als studierter Sinologe setzte er sich auch in einem Philosophie- sowie einem MBA-Studium schwerpunktmäßig mit China auseinander. Sein Fokus liegt auf den kulturellen Unterschieden zwischen abendländischer und chinesischer Weltanschauung, deren Ausprägung in der heutigen Gesellschaft und die damit verbundenen politischen Implikationen. Neben seiner Arbeit für die Austrian Chinese Business Association verbrachte Lukas Weber mehrere Jahre in China, in denen er das Land quer durch alle Gesellschaftsschichten vom Wanderarbeiter bis zum Vorstand von Huawei kennenlernte, und in all seinen Facetten, von tibetischen Schafzüchtern bis zum Golfclub von Shenzhen zu durchdringen trachtete.Moderation:Stephanie Fenkart, Direktorin des IIPDiese Folge wurde am 25. März mit der Unterstützung des Zukunftsfonds Österreich aufgezeichnet.

In this episode of A Shot in the Arm Podcast, hosts Yvette Raphael and Ben Plumley discuss the resilience of South Africa's healthcare system amidst U.S. aid cuts, particularly through USAID and PEPFAR. They highlight the devastating impacts on HIV treatment, TB care, and broader healthcare services due to the sudden cessation of funding. But the country is markedly more prepared than critics might have feared, to assume full responsibility for its infectious diseases strategies - including procurement and surveillance strategies that the US maintained control over in exchange for the aid. Their conversation extends to cover issues around mental health, future healthcare innovations like long-acting antiretrovirals, and the broader geopolitical implications of donor aid cuts.   00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 00:33 Impact of US Aid Cuts on South Africa 03:08 Healthcare Challenges and Government Response 07:04 The Role of Civil Society and Future Preparations 10:21 Consequences of Sudden Aid Withdrawal 14:17 Future of HIV Treatment and Advocacy 16:55 The Threat of Drug-Resistant TB 17:35 Government Investment in Healthcare 19:01 Mental Health Crisis Among Youth 19:41 Impact of USAID Funding Cuts 20:57 Soft Power and International Relations 22:37 South Africa's Self-Reliance 26:43 Addressing Racism and Emigration 32:42 Parting Thoughts and Optimism  

durée : 01:48:06 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Le Grand Palais rouvre ses portes après une rénovation monumentale. Avec pour ambition de devenir un lieu culturel festif et ouvert à tous, le Grand Palais doit conjuguer excellence artistique, accessibilité et équilibre financier. - réalisation : Peire Legras, Alexandra Malka - invités : Didier Fusillier Président de la Réunion des musées nationaux-Grand Palais; Nathalie Obadia Galeriste à Paris et à Bruxelles, auteure et professeure à Science Po.

L'administration Trump a entamé le démantèlement des médias publics américains opérant à l'étranger en gelant les budgets de l'agence supervisant Voice of America, Radio Free Europe ou encore Radio Free Asia. Pour comprendre ce que sont ces médias et ce qu'ils représentent, L'atelier des médias reçoit Maud Quessard, directrice de recherche à l'Irsem. Vendredi 14 mars, Donald Trump a signé un décret classant l'Agence des États-Unis pour les médias publics américains diffusant à l'international (USAGM) parmi les « activités inutiles de la bureaucratie ».Derrière ce sigle se trouvent des médias ayant pour nom Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), Radio Free Asia (RFA), Radio y Televisión Martí (Cuba) encore Middle East Broadcasting Networks (MBN).Depuis une semaine, les budgets de l'USAGM sont gelés, et les activités de ses médias, souvent menées dans des zones de tension à travers le monde, sont réduites au strict minimum ou purement et simplement arrêtées.Que représentent les médias supervisés par l'USAGM ? Quel symbole revêt la suspension de leurs activités pour le soft power médiatique américain ? Quels peuvent être les impacts de leur éventuelle disparition pour la liberté de la presse dans le monde ? Ce sont des questions que L'atelier des médias a posé à Maud Quessard, directrice du domaine « Europe, espace transatlantique, Russie » à l'Institut de recherche stratégique de l'École militaire (Irsem), à Paris, spécialiste de la diplomatie publique des États-Unis.Extrait choisi : « Je pense qu'on est effectivement dans une disruption. Je parle peut-être plus même de schisme idéologique dans la mesure où ces attaques qui sont faites sur ces bastions médiatiques du monde libre créent un renversement des valeurs. Exactement comme on a pu avoir un renversement des valeurs avec le discours porté par JD Vance en Europe à Munich. Et ce renversement des valeurs, ce n'est plus finalement le fait que les États-Unis soient un espace informationnel libre et démocratique comme on a pu le connaître, mais un espace qui se ferme sur un modèle qui s'approche de plus en plus d'un modèle autoritaire, et c'est ce qui est particulièrement inquiétant. »Maud Quessard est l'autrice de Stratégies d'influence et guerres de l'information – Propagande et diplomatie publique des États-Unis depuis la guerre froide (Presses universitaires de Rennes, 2019) ou encore de l'ouvrage collectif Les guerres de l'information à l'ère numérique (PUF, 2021), codirigé avec Céline Marangé.À écouter aussiSuppression de Voice of America: «L'Amérique va devenir inaudible» (Invité Afrique)

Prince William is in Estonia to visit British troops but also to show the UK's support for the NATO country which borders Russia.  The King's invitation to Donald Trump to come to the UK for a state visit was seen as a key part of British diplomacy to keep the US president on side. And the King and Queen are due to go to Italy soon with a focus on UK-Italian defence co-operation.   On the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson talks to royal correspondent Rhiannon Mills in Tallinn to discuss whether at this critical time the UK is deploying the soft power of the royals to make a difference. Producer: Natalie KtenaEditor: Wendy Parker

Le soft power américain, qui englobe l'influence culturelle, idéologique et politique des États-Unis à travers des éléments comme le cinéma, la musique, et les valeurs démocratiques, est en déclin, particulièrement sous l'ère Trump. Celui-ci a démantelé plusieurs piliers du soft power, tels que Voice of America, les bourses Fulbright, et l'agence USAID, considérant ces initiatives comme des dépenses inutiles. Cependant, des experts affirment que la perte de soft power pourrait avoir des conséquences économiques, avec une baisse des exportations et une réputation ternie. La Chine et la Russie sont bien placées pour profiter de ce vide. Présenté par Fiona Collienne Merci pour votre écoute N'hésistez pas à vous abonner également aux podcasts des séquences phares de Matin Première: L'Invité Politique : https://audmns.com/LNCogwPL'édito politique « Les Coulisses du Pouvoir » : https://audmns.com/vXWPcqxL'humour de Matin Première : https://audmns.com/tbdbwoQRetrouvez tous les contenus de la RTBF sur notre plateforme Auvio.be Retrouvez également notre offre info ci-dessous : Le Monde en Direct : https://audmns.com/TkxEWMELes Clés : https://audmns.com/DvbCVrHLe Tournant : https://audmns.com/moqIRoC5 Minutes pour Comprendre : https://audmns.com/dHiHssrEt si vous avez apprécié ce podcast, n'hésitez pas à nous donner des étoiles ou des commentaires, cela nous aide à le faire connaître plus largement. Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The argument for international aid is in part a moral one, but it's also been about U.S. interests. As then-senator Marco Rubio put it in 2017: "I promise you it's going to be a lot harder to recruit someone to anti-Americanism, anti-American terrorism if the United States of America was the reason why they're even alive today."Now, as secretary of state, Rubio serves under a president who is deeply skeptical of the idea of international aid. "We're giving billions and billions of dollars to countries that hate us," President Trump said in a speech last month. His administration shuttered the U.S. Agency for International Development. A federal judge said this week that move violated the constitution. What's left of the agency has been folded into the State Department.Trump has also moved to gut government-funded, editorially independent broadcasters like Voice of America, and attempted to effectively eliminate the congressionally-funded think tank the U.S. Institute of Peace.This sort of soft power has been a pillar of American foreign policy. Is the Trump administration walking away from it?We talk to former Democratic congressman and former secretary of agriculture, Dan Glickman, who sponsored the legislation that created the USIP. And NPR's Emily Feng reports on the legacy of Voice of America in China.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

On this week's mid-week episode, Adam Quiney discusses The Ontology of Play in High-Stakes Arenas, The Unjust Nature of Transformational Work, The Ontology of Readiness, Soft Power in Leadership, The Ontology of Motivation, The Ontology of Blame,  The Art of Unlearning, and more!

Visit us at Network2020.org.The Trump administration's recent foreign policy decisions—including the pause on foreign aid, the closure of USAID, and an assertive approach to negotiations—have raised questions about the trajectory of U.S. soft power. In a world where power is increasingly diffuse and economic and political relationships are fuzzy, what will be the role of soft power in shaping international norms and achieving diplomatic goals? The cyclical nature of soft power, particularly in contrast to China's expanding global footprint, underscores the need to contextualize these shifts within broader geopolitical trends.Join us for a discussion with Professor Joseph Nye, University Distinguished Service Professor, Emeritus and former Dean of the Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and former Chair of the National Intelligence Council. His latest book A Life in the American Century traces the rise and transformation of U.S. power while contemplating the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. A leading thinker on soft power, Professor Nye will put Washington's recent actions into context, highlighting how they have influenced America's global standing. As countries navigate evolving trade dynamics and strategic realignments, this conversation will explore whether U.S. soft power can adapt to an increasingly competitive international landscape.Music by Sergii Pavkin from Pixabay.

Jonny chats to Amelia about her new album Soft Power, Taite Prize nomination, the forthcoming Fazerdaze tour of North America and the show at the Powerstation on 22 March. Whakarongo mai nei!

durée : 01:48:01 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Dans un Liban meurtri par la guerre, où l'économie est à bout de souffle et la société peine à se relever, la reconstruction s'amorce, portée par un espoir politique fragile. - réalisation : Peire Legras - invités : Clément Fayol Journaliste; Naji Abou Khalil Fondateur et directeur de Masar Advisory, cabinet spécialisé en communication politique dans la région MENA, membre du comité exécutif du Bloc national, parti réformiste et laïc libanais.

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durée : 01:48:35 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - À la tête de France Télévisions depuis bientôt 10 ans, Delphine Ernotte défend un service public proche des Français, garant de la diversité culturelle et de l'information fiable, mais qui doit s'adapter aux défis numériques et à la concurrence des géants du streaming. - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Delphine Ernotte Cunci Présidente de France Télévisions; Dominique Nora Ex-directrice de la rédaction de l'Obs

We get the latest from Andrew Thompson following Donald Trump’s decision to delay tariffs on many products from Mexico. Also in the programme, Grace Charlton provides highlights from Paris Fashion Week and Nic Monisse on the life of the late architect Ricardo Scofidio. Then: Kate Hutchinson discusses the soft power of the royals as King Charles III announces a new show on Apple Music. Then: Andrew Mueller’s ‘What We Learned’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's roundup of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike is joined by guest host Kat Duffy, Senior Fellow for Digital and Cyberspace Policy at the Council on Foreign Relations and CEO of RightsDuff Strategies. They cover:Why Techdirt Is Now A Democracy Blog (Whether We Like It Or Not) (Techdirt)America's Global Presence Isn't ‘Soft Power.' It's a Superpower. (Foreign Policy)These teenage boys were blackmailed online – and it cost them their lives (USA Today)United Nations Convention against Cybercrime (UN)Chairman Jordan Subpoenas Big Tech for Information on Foreign Censorship of American Speech (House Judiciary Committee)This episode is brought to you with financial support from the Future of Online Trust & Safety Fund. Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast from Techdirt and Everything in Moderation. Send us your feedback at podcast@ctrlaltspeech.com and sponsorship enquiries to sponsorship@ctrlaltspeech.com. Thanks for listening.

Harry talks with Max Boot about his latest article, “US soft power took decades to build. Trump is dismantling it in weeks.” Boot explains the critical source of U.S. influence in the world, more than military might, is “soft power,” foreign aid and other far-seeing acts of altruism for people around the world. Soft power is the key to the country's diplomatic, commercial, and cultural success. It was built up painstakingly over decades with programs like the Marshall Plan and in 3 short weeks Trump has taken a battering ram to it, acutely harming our international standing. Allies such as Canada are perplexed at the U.S.'s bullying tactics, and people around the world dependent on U.S. aid have been gravely harmed. The chief beneficiary of this short-sighted abandonment of longstanding U.S. policy is China, which will aim to fill the void left by the end of U.S. aid programs. Boot concludes, “[i]t is staggering to see how much damage Trump has done to U.S. soft power in just two weeks and painful to imagine how much ore he could do in the next 206 weeks.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Joseph Braude, president of the Center for Peace Communications, discusses the organization's mission to amplify the voices of those in Gaza and the Middle East who seek freedom from oppressive regimes. Braude shares insights from his extensive experience in the region, highlighting the hope for change and the importance of soft power in addressing extremism. He emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of the situation in Gaza, where many residents express a desire for relocation due to the harsh realities of life under Hamas. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. Email the Show HERE Follow Joseph on X Learn more about the Center for Peace Communications HERE Follow Karol on X #MiddleEast #peace #communications #Gaza #extremism #cultural #heritage #humanitarianefforts #media #influence #Hamas #Israel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabrielius Landsbergis, Lithuania’s former foreign affairs minister, joins Lynne O’Donnell and Josh Fehnert to discuss how US soft power will transform under Donald Trump. Then: how the media should cover shifting geopolitical dynamics. Plus: the Cairo summit and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s new book hits stands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Religion plays a prominent role in the domestic and foreign policies of Middle Eastern states, particularly in the Persian Gulf. But the ways in which religion, specifically Islam, is used as a tool of statecraft are often misunderstood, leading to mischaracterizations and counterproductive policies.In his new book, Jon Hoffman examines how Islam is marshaled as a tool of statecraft in the Middle East. The book offers new insight into the geopolitics of religion in the Middle East and how ruling elites in the region use Islam to protect and advance what are inherently political objectives—namely, regime preservation and power projection. Understanding the political incentives behind the manipulation of religion in the region is critical to debates surrounding Islam, democracy, and authoritarianism in the Middle East. The book also raises critical questions for US policy in the Middle East, which often relies on fundamental misunderstandings of Islam and its relationship with politics in the region.Join Hoffman for a discussion on Islam and Statecraft, followed by commentary by Mustafa Akyol, Peter Mandaville, and Annelle Sheline on the politics of Islam in the Middle East. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doro and Tricia welcome Anita McBride, Director of the First Ladies Initiative at American University, to discuss her book 'Remember the First Ladies,' which underscores the importance of recognizing the contributions of First Ladies throughout history. Anita, who has served as chief of staff to First Lady Laura Bush, shares her personal experiences in the White House, and how that, combined with ample research, helped her write her book. Their conversation explores the significant and varied legacies of these remarkable women, as well as the challenges faced by modern First Ladies during presidential terms and post-presidency. Through these intriguing stories, Anita McBride offers listeners an intimate view of this aspect of women's history.

Na década de 1920 a Academia de Artes e Ciências Cinematográficas criou a premiação que ficou conhecida como Oscar. Mais do que apenas uma festa, o Oscar forjou para si uma imagem de validador de qualidade do cinema, especialmente dos Estados Unidos, e tornou-se uma ferramenta relevante para o soft power estadunidense através do audiovisual. Convidamos PH Santos para conversa sobre a história deste prêmio, polêmicas, gafes, manifestações políticas e seu impacto na indústria.O melhor conforto é com a INSIDER! Acesse https://creators.insiderstore.com.br/HISTORIAFM para ganhar 12% de desconto ou use o cupom HISTORIAFM #insiderstore

For decades, U.S. imperialism has operated not just through military force but through a vast system of economic coercion, media manipulation, and covert operations. The World Bank, IMF, and USAID present themselves as tools of development, but in reality, they enforce American dominance under the guise of aid.Now, with Trump and Musk cutting USAID, many see this as a shift, but in reality, it's just a restructuring of the empire. What does this tell us about the evolving strategies of imperialism? How does economic warfare, soft power, and media complicity allow the U.S. and its allies to maintain control with minimal backlash?Investigative journalist Matt Kennard, co-founder of Declassified UK and author of The Racket: A Rogue Reporter vs. The American Empire, joins Rania Khalek to expose how U.S. and British intelligence operations, including spy flights over Gaza, are deeply entangled with global imperial control.

What is soft power? It was a term conceptualised by Joseph Nye at the end of the Cold War to encapsulate America's moral and cultural appeal to the world. The current decline in the use of soft power by Trump administration was first accelerated by the neocons under George W. Bush, who accepted explicitly that the War on Terror would mean the abandonment of the pretence of moral leadership and this was encapsulated by torture at Abu Ghraib prison, rendition flights and Guantanamo Bay. This podcast explores the meaning and importance to America's empire of soft power and what the world will look like without it.Help the podcast to continue bringing you history each weekIf you enjoy the Explaining History podcast and its many years of content and would like to help the show continue, please consider supporting it in the following ways:If you want to go ad-free, you can take out a membership hereOrYou can support the podcast via Patreon hereOr you can just say some nice things about it here Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/explaininghistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warning: This episode contains strong language.As President Trump demolishes the government's biggest provider of foreign aid, the United States Agency for International Development, he is ending a 60-year bipartisan consensus about the best way to keep America safe from its enemies.Michael Crowley, who covers U.S. foreign policy, and Stephanie Nolen, a global health reporter for The New York Times, discuss the rise and fall of U.S.A.I.D. — and American soft power.Guests: Michael Crowley, a reporter covering the State Department and U.S. foreign policy for The New York Times; and Stephanie Nolen, a global health reporter for The New York Times.Background reading: With his aid cutoff, President Trump has halted U.S.A.I.D.'s legacy of “acting with humanity.”The agency's workers are braced for the worst.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. Photo: Safin Hamid/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Donald Trump has always been blunt about his transactional view of global politics but has he just accelerated the decline of American soft power? We unpack his latest moves, from tariffs on Canada to his surreal vision for a 'Gaza Riviera,' and explore why his worldview could redefine America's role on the global stage. With USAID shutting down, longtime allies turning away, and economic isolationism on the rise, is the U.S. shifting from a nation of influence to one of brute force? What does this mean for global power dynamics? Is Trump simply playing for attention, or are we witnessing a true transformation in America's foreign policy? We dive into it all with Evan Solomon, examining how trust, trade, and tariffs are reshaping the world, and whether the U.S. is burning down the very system it built. Join the gang! https://plus.acast.com/s/the-david-mcwilliams-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to this episode commercial free at https://angryplanetpod.comU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is the interim head of USAID, for however much longer the agency lasts. For 60 years, the massive bureaucracy was a vehicle for American soft power abroad. Trump, Elon Musk, and all their creatures don't like it. It might soon be gone.Nicole Widdersheim is the deputy Washington director of Human Rights Watch with a long history of humanitarian work. She's here on Angry Planet today to walk us through this new era of the American Empire.A brief history of USAIDThe size and cost of USAIDCritiquing a bureaucracyPeople like you when you give them stuffDefense, diplomacy, developmentThe real world consequences of the ending of foreign aidA mallet, not a scalpelSupporters need to get cynicalUSAID did a bad job of defending itselfAmericans don't care about the human costThe Glorious Republic of Jasonvania wants food aidCongressionally approved rice to North KoreaIt turns out the cruelty is, in fact, the pointAt USAID, Waste and Abuse Runs DeepNo one read those reports on AfghanistanHow China's “Belt and Road” actually worksThe end of USAID will screw over American farmersTrumpism is a lack of consistency Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/warcollege. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's more to the story: If the USAID doesn't spend $20M on funding Sesame Street broadcasts in war-torn areas to teach literacy, inclusion, and critical health lessons to children, who will they learn from instead of Big Bird? Some might say, Al-Qaeda. This conversation is about the bigger picture, about how programs like the aforementioned are part of the United States showing its "Soft Power" around the world. Learn much more here in Michael's interview with the person who coined that "Soft Power" term, Joseph S. Nye Jr. He is University Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus, and former Dean of the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Original air date 10 February 2025.

Deepseek continues to have the whole world talking and debating. In this long reads episode, NLW discusses the it in the context of two articles about the geopolitics of the issue.Reading and discussion inspired by:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/opinion/ai-deepseek-trump-biden.htmlhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/opinion-china-shares-ai-us-123000929.htmlBrought to you by:KPMG – Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kpmg.us/ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about how KPMG can help you drive value with our AI solutions.Vanta - Simplify compliance - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://vanta.com/nlwThe Agent Readiness Audit from Superintelligent - Go to https://besuper.ai/ to request your company's agent readiness score.The AI Daily Brief helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to the podcast version of The AI Daily Brief wherever you listen: https://pod.link/1680633614Subscribe to the newsletter: https://aidailybrief.beehiiv.com/Join our Discord: https://bit.ly/aibreakdown