Podcasts about Soft power

PRC: SOFT POWER IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE NORTHERN MARIANNAS. GRANT NEWSHAM. DECEMBER 1952

Wie wehrhaft unsere Demokratie angesichts hybrider Kriegsführung, Desinformationskampagnen und weltweit erstarkenden Autokratien ist, diskutiert Carlo Masala mit Host Amira El Ahl. Seit dem russischen Angriffskrieg auf die Ukraine 2022 wird die Frage nach der demokratischen Wehrhaftigkeit Deutschlands und Europas immer stärker debattiert. Umso mehr, seitdem die USA immer wieder damit drohen, aus der NATO auszutreten. Wie können Kunst und Kultur zu einer sichereren Welt beitragen? Carlo Masala gehört zu den renommiertesten und bekanntesten Sicherheitsexperten Deutschlands. Der promovierte Politikwissenschaftler ist Direktor des Center for Intelligence and Security Studies (CISS) an der Universität der Bundeswehr München und berät das Bundesministerium für Verteidigung. Er ist Mitglied der Bundesakademie für Sicherheitspolitik und der Bayerischen Akademie der Wissenschaften. Shownotes: ifa Studie „The New Nationalisms and the Future of Cultural Relations: External Cultural Policy in an Age of Political Extremes”: https://culturalrelations.ifa.de/en/research/results/ecp-report-newnationalisms/ Podcast “Sicherheitshalber” mit Carlo Masala: https://sicherheitspod.de/“https://sicherheitspod.de/ “Wenn Russland gewinnt” auf der Website vom C.H. Beck Verlag: https://www.chbeck.de/masala-russland-gewinnt/product/37085065

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In dieser Folge ist Mateo Kries zu Gast. Kries ist Direktor des Vitra Design Museums und spricht über die Rolle des Museums als internationaler Akteur in der Designvermittlung. „Design ist nie nur eine ästhetische Disziplin, sondern immer auch eine gesellschaftliche.“ Es geht um internationale Kooperationen und Wanderausstellungen sowie um das Verständnis einer kuratorischen Haltung als Soft Power. Zentrales Thema ist, wie Ausstellungsmachen heute funktioniert: als Teamarbeit, Storytelling und kritische Auseinandersetzung. Ein besonderer Fokus liegt auf der Bildungsfunktion: Durch direkten Kontakt mit Objekten sollen Ausstellungsbesuchende Designgeschichte und Qualitätsbewusstsein entwickeln. Es geht immer wieder um die Frage, wie Museen Räume für Debatte, Bildung und Zukunftsgestaltung sein können.

Den kinesiske dukke Labubu er nu så populær i hele verden, at den blandt andet har resulteret i slagsmål blandt fans. K-live ser på den plyssede dukke med sylespidse tænder - og spørger, om den er et led i en kinesisk kulturstrategi. Vi taler også med den danske instruktør Janus Metz, der er Emmy-nomineret og med Teater Exit i Viborg, der har Christian Lollike som kunstnerisk leder og har internationale ambitioner. Medvirkende: Janus Metz, filminstruktør; Charlotte Sahl-Madsen, arbejdende bestyrelsesleder på Teater Exit; Aida Sehovic, kunstner og Mette Thunø, ph.d. i Kinastudier og lektor på Kinastudier ved Aarhus Universitet. Vært: Linnea Albinus Lande. Producer: Sarah Randeris. Redaktør: Lasse Lauridsen.

Es gibt kaum ein Thema, das gerade so kontrovers diskutiert wird wie Labubu. Die einen lieben die kleinen Figuren und hängen sie sich an ihre Louis-Vuitton-Tasche. Die anderen hassen sie. Auf TikTok kursieren sogar Videos, in denen sie zerschnitten werden. Die große Frage: Ist Labubu wirklich Popkultur oder eher ein soziales Experiment, das zeigt, wie stark uns geschicktes Marketing beeinflussen kann?Unser heutiger Gast ist Chris Reitermann. Er ist CEO von Ogilvy und Präsident von WPP China und bereits zum dritten Mal bei uns im Podcast. Wir sprechen mit ihm über den globalen Hype um Pop Mart, künstliche Verknappung als Geschäftsmodell und die Frage, ob chinesische IPs wie Labubu Teil einer neuen kulturellen Softpower sind. Außerdem geht es um die wichtigsten Entwicklungen aus der Werbewelt. Chris berichtet, wie AI, Creator-Economy und Micro-Communities das Marketing in China gerade grundlegend verändern. Er erklärt, wie Plattformen wie TikTok neue Zielgruppen erschließen, warum Amazon in Europa angreifbar wird und welche Rolle AI-Plattformen wie WPP Open in Zukunft spielen.asiabits hier abonnieren: asiabits.comDamians Team kontaktieren: www.genuine-asia.comGast: Chris ReitermannModeratoren & Hosts: Damian Maib & Thomas DerksenSchnitt & Produktion: Eva TrotnoSend us a text

Don't curse - it's Graydon Carter. Soft Power, subtitles, and a cat teaching itself to read. Meta much? We're offending somebody. It's an all-new SmartLess. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of SmartLess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

In this episode, Alex talks about how Donald Trump seems to be a soccer fan and why the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a useful smokescreen for Trumpism. Trump seems to see hosting the World Cup as a weapon of soft power. Alex also talks about FIFA, anger in Europe, and why its president is buddying up to authoritarian leaders.

A new generation of scholars is reshaping China-Africa research. More geographically diverse and digitally fluent than the field's early pioneers of the 2000s, this cohort brings fresh perspectives and tools to the study of China's engagement on the continent. Yet deep structural barriers persist. African and Chinese researchers still face sizable obstacles in shaping research agendas, as U.S. and European institutions continue to dominate decisions about what gets studied, who receives funding, and which voices are amplified. Solange Guo Chatelard, a research associate at the Université Libre de Bruxelles and the new executive director of the Chinese in Africa/Africans in China research network, joins Eric & Cobus to discuss the current state of China-Africa scholarship and where it's going. SHOW NOTES: The China-Global South Project: A Display of Power, Not Partnership, in Washington by C. Géraud Neema The Chinese in Africa/Africans in China Research Network: https://ca-ac.org/ JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander | @stadenesque Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth

We speak with Canadian singer Charlotte Cardin from our studio in Paris. She discusses her future music plans and how the song ‘Feel Good’ came to capture the airwaves this summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apparu en 1938 dans les pages de Action Comics #1 sous la plume de Jerry Siegel et le crayon de Joe Shuster, celui que l'on surnomme L'Homme d'Acier va rapidement devenir l'un des personnages phares de DC Comics. Des comic books au film réalisé par James Gunn en 2025, en passant par les dessins animés et le film de Richard Donner sorti en 1978, vous connaissez forcément au moins une version de ce super-héros. Mais derrière le costume bleu, le symbole synonyme d'espoir et une interminable liste de pouvoirs surhumains se cache une icône bien plus politique que l'on ne peut l'imaginer ! Aujourd'hui, je reviens sur la figure de Superman, sur son rôle d'outil de propagande, et sur la façon dont il a participé à diffuser le Soft Power des États-Unis durant plusieurs décennies.Les comics recommandés dans cet épisode pour découvrir les origines de Superman, lire des récits cultes, ou explorer des versions alternatives de Superman en français chez Urban Comics :* Superman par John Byrne* Superman : Origines Secrètes - Geoff Johns et Gary Frank* Superman : For All Seasons - Jeph Loeb et Tim Sale* Superman écrase le Klan - Gene Luen Yang et Gurihiru* All-Star Superman - Grant Morrison et Frank Quitely* Superman : Space Age - Mark Russell, Mike Allred et Laura Allred* Superman : Lost - Christopher Priest et Carlo Pagulayan* Superman : Identité Secrète - Kurt Busiek et Stuart Immonen* Superman : Le Dernier Fils - Geoff Johns, Richard Donner et Adam Kubert* La Mort de Superman - Dan Jurgens et Louise Simonson* Superman : Red Son - Mark Millar, Dave Johnson et Kilian Plunkett* Injustice - Intégrale - Tome 1* Superman : Son of Kal-El - Tom Taylor et John Timms* Crisis on Infinite Earths - Marv Wolfman et George Pérez* Absolute Superman - Jason Aaron et Rafa SandovalD'autres comics qui revisitent et déconstruisent le mythe de Superman :* The Boys - Tome 1* Invincible - Intégrale - Tome 1* Irrécupérable - Intégrale - Tome 1Cet épisode est également disponible au format vidéo sur Youtube !Soutenez-moi sur Ulule à partir de 1€ par mois !Mes réseaux sociaux. Get full access to CHRIS - POP CULTURE & COMICS at chrisstup.substack.com/subscribe

Le Tour de France, ce n'est pas seulement du sport… C'est aussi un immense enjeu économique et marketing. À l'occasion du Grand Départ 2025 à Lille, capitale des Flandres et terre de cyclisme, Eco d'ici Eco d'ailleurs pose ses micros au cœur de l'événement pour décrypter les stratégies des sponsors et les mutations économiques du cyclisme mondial. Présentation : Bruno Faure.

Le Tour de France, ce n'est pas seulement du sport… C'est aussi un immense enjeu économique et marketing. À l'occasion du Grand Départ 2025 à Lille, capitale des Flandres et terre de cyclisme, Eco d'ici Eco d'ailleurs pose ses micros au cœur de l'événement pour décrypter les stratégies des sponsors et les mutations économiques du cyclisme mondial. Présentation : Bruno Faure.

This week, Tom and Dylan unpack the concept of soft power—how goodwill, credibility, and trust shape influence. They reflect on the original vision behind tasty: offer free, fact-based research to build trust and earn loyalty—an approach that mirrors how nations gain global standing. From students choosing to study in America to consumers buying U.S. goods, soft power has long been a quiet force behind leadership on the world stage. But are we losing our edge? Tom and Dylan explore where the U.S. might be getting it wrong—and what's at stake when influence starts to fade.

durée : 01:48:14 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Quels sont les projets français en matière d'Intelligence artificielle ? Comment protéger les mineurs des contenus violents ? Qu'en est-il de la souveraineté numérique de la France ? Réponses avec Clara Chappaz, ministre déléguée en charge de l'Intelligence Artificielle et du Numérique. - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Clara Chappaz Ministre déléguée chargée de l'Intelligence Artificielle et du Numérique; Philippe Gloaguen Créateur du guide du Routard

In this episode of The Magick Woman Podcast, Autumn sits down with illuminating psychic and intuitive business mentor Megan Camille (@themegancamille). Known for creating four 7-figure and multiple 6-figure businesses, Megan shares how she built a boutique empire rooted not in hustle, but heaven-led strategy, feminine intuition, and unwavering devotion. Together they explore: Having it all — without the burnout: Navigating ambition, spiritual surrender, and deep devotion Feminine wealth: Why softness and magnetism belong in every marketing plan Spiritual entrepreneurship: Treating business as a channel of divine creativity and service Being a force of nature & an extension of God: reclaiming your identity as both CEO and sacred vessel Love, money & miracles: How living as Life's bride shifts revenue, romance, and purpose

durée : 00:12:50 - Les Enjeux internationaux - par : Guillaume Erner - Joseph Nye, politologue et spécialiste des relations internationales, est décédé le 6 mai dernier. C'est à lui que l'on doit le concept de “soft power”, qu'il définissait comme la “capacité d'influencer les autres par l'attraction et la persuasion plutôt que par la coercition et l'achat”. - réalisation : Félicie Faugère - invités : Philippe Le Corre Professeur de géopolitique à l'ESSEC et chercheur au Asia Society Policy Institute.

durée : 01:47:57 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - L'année 2025 marque un tournant pour la culture, les médias et le numérique, entre un budget culturel sous pression, une réforme de l'audiovisuel public et les enjeux de régulation liés à Telegram. - réalisation : Peire Legras - invités : José-Manuel Gonçalvès Directeur du Centquatre-Paris et directeur artistique du Grand Paris Express; Claire Bommelaer Grand Reporter "Culture" au Figaro; Anaël Pigeat Editor-at-large du mensuel The Art Newspaper édition française, critique d'art et journaliste à Paris Match, productrice de documentaires sur France-Culture, ancienne critique à La Dispute sur France Culture; Guillaume Grallet Journaliste au Point

Our 47th episode welcomes dynamic duo Melissa Sáenz Gordon & Molly Salas of Soft Power Vote: a civic engagement resource that leverages digital, print, and live formats to encourage New Yorkers—and especially millennials and Gen Z—to vote! While just a few days away from the Democratic mayoral primary election in NYC, we're honored to share the perspectives of two people who have been extremely busy engaging us, and so many of our peers, with crucial information and tools around the urgency of participating in local political infrastructures. This conversation unpacks what brought each of them to this work, some of the eccentricities of election policies and logistics in NYC, and, most importantly, the complexities of navigating the inevitable cynicism of a world in turmoil to act on the belief that we can and must each contribute to shaping and caring for the city we hold so dear. To learn more about Soft Power Vote, visit them on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/softpowervote/ Our intro (“Love is Love”) and outro (“My Ace”) are courtesy of KING VISION ULTRA, 2025.

We take a thorough look at the nature of soft power, how it can be used, and whether or not a country truly needs it to explore China's soft power deficit and what can be done to fix it. While China does have SOME soft power, arguably its lack of the charm of its neighbours and rivals means its culture and ideology is often met with suspicion or outright rejection. This can lead to difficulties when interacting on the global stage, for example when it comes to pandemic management, border relations, or the promotion of language and culture. Do small wins like the success of the video game Black myth: Wukong present a way out for China's cultural tzars? Or is the hand of the state just too heavy to allow the organic spread of a rich cultural heritage that has the potential to bring China into a new era of prestige and attractiveness?Chapters (00:00) Introduction - South Korea's soft power boom(04:50) What is soft power?(17:22) How soft power can be used and the failure of Confucius Institutes(26:52) Does China need or want soft power?(41:25) Consequences of China's lack of soft power(47:50) Missed soft power opportunities(52:45) Black Myth: Wukong and a potential new era of Chinese soft powerSupport the showSign up for Buzzsprout to launch your podcasting journey: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=162442Subscribe to the Sinobabble Newsletter: https://sinobabble.substack.com/Support Sinobabble on Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Sinobabblepod

Im Mai jährte sich der Militärputsch in Mali zum vierten Mal. Seit die ehemalige Kolonialmacht Frankreich abgezogen ist und auch die Bundeswehr 2023 den Einsatz beendete, haben wir kaum Informationen darüber, was in dem Sahelstaat passiert. Ein Pakt der Sahelstaaten, gemeinsam mit Niger und Burkina Faso, vereint seither drei Militärregierungen, die nach Staatsstreichen an die Macht kamen. Sie sind aus der westafrikanischen Wirtschaftsunion ECOWAS ausgetreten, wollen gemeinsam eine 5000 Mann starke Truppe gegen Islamisten aufstellen und sogar eine neue Währung schaffen. Diese Allianz wurde auch im Kulturbereich besiegelt: Martina Zimmermann war in Ségou dabei, als Mali eine "Woche der Brüderlichkeit der Sahelallianz" feierte. 

Im Mai jährte sich der Militärputsch in Mali zum vierten Mal. Seit die ehemalige Kolonialmacht Frankreich abgezogen ist und auch die Bundeswehr 2023 den Einsatz beendete, haben wir kaum Informationen darüber, was in dem Sahelstaat passiert. Ein Pakt der Sahelstaaten, gemeinsam mit Niger und Burkina Faso, vereint seither drei Militärregierungen, die nach Staatsstreichen an die Macht kamen. Sie sind aus der westafrikanischen Wirtschaftsunion ECOWAS ausgetreten, wollen gemeinsam eine 5000 Mann starke Truppe gegen Islamisten aufstellen und sogar eine neue Währung schaffen. Diese Allianz wurde auch im Kulturbereich besiegelt: Martina Zimmermann war in Ségou dabei, als Mali eine "Woche der Brüderlichkeit der Sahelallianz" feierte.

Tony chats with Jenn Urso, Leadership Coach + Facilitator. Jenn created the idea of Nourished Leadership with 3 pillars: 1. Self-Leadership. 2. Soft Power. 3. Self-Care. After coaching a few hundred people she looked at the data and figured out what is it that is helping them grow, be successful, and remain successful. A wonderful cannot miss episode! Jenn partners both with companies and individuals to coach them to grow.Jenn Urso: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ursojenn/Jenn Urso International: https://www.jennurso.com/Video Version: https://youtu.be/R0BNdMF4Yjk

Host Lisa Starr sits down with Leah Crump, founder of Leah Crump Consulting and author of the forthcoming book Be Well, Do Well, in this inspiring episode of the StarrCast Podcast. A trailblazer in spa consulting, Leah shares her unique path from the treatment room to global wellness consulting and authorship. With a deep focus on healing, authentic leadership, and sustainable business practices, Leah opens up about the realities of the consulting world, the burnout epidemic in wellness leadership, and how she's helping shape the next generation of consultants through her mastermind course. She also offers an inside look at her new book, which aims to blend practical guidance, personal storytelling, and soulful strategy. Whether you're a spa director, a wellness entrepreneur, or just curious about the evolving world of wellness, this episode is rich with professional insight, heartfelt reflection, and powerful lessons on how to “be well and do well.” About the Guest: Leah Crump Founder of Leah Crump Consulting, specializing in spa and wellness development and operational strategy. Creator of a Spa Consulting Mastermind course. Author of Be Well, Do Well, a field guide to healing work, lasting leadership, and defining success on your own terms. Known for blending operational precision with soulful leadership and visionary creativity. Key Takeaways: Why great spa consultants are equal parts problem-solvers, artists, and guides. How “soft power” and feminine leadership can positively impact hospitality and wellness. Tips for avoiding burnout and embracing balance as a wellness professional. How Leah structured and self-published her first book—and what others can learn from that journey. Predictions for the future of wellness: from tech-touch balance to community-focused "third places."

We have always looked to strong and courageous leaders who will not backdown from their opinions as the epitome of leadership. But in a new article from the Deseret News, we may be rethinking this. We speak to Jeff Flake, served as U.S. ambassador to Turkey and as a U.S. senator from Arizona from 2013 to 2019 and is currently the Chair for the World Trade Center Utah about the usefulness of "Soft Power" and how it can lead to some de-escalation in the current political climate.

Could a weekly grilling like Prime Minister's Questions fix US politics? In the wake of Original Sin - Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's damning account of Joe Biden's final days in office - Ed Balls and George Osborne ask whether a PMQs-style showdown could bring more accountability to American democracy. And are there any American political customs they'd import to the UK in return?The pair then flick open their ministerial boxes: what's it like to carry one, what can one find inside and why has it never been replaced in the digital age for something more user-friendly? A red tablet perhaps? Speaking of opening up, George responds to Michael Gove's ex-wife Sarah Vine's claims in her recent memoir “How not to be a Political Wife” - did he really tell her to borrow some money from her father when she was in a financial bind?Plus - Giles Winn, Special Advisor to the Treasury under Philip Hammond, asks about soft diplomacy in an era of ramped-up military spending. With UCL, he just released a report, The Soft Power impact of The BBC World Service' - and he wants Ed and George to weigh in. And Christine Farquharson from the Institute for Fiscal Studies asks about the politics of the rise of Sure Start, which she recently evaluated alongside co-authors in this report.To get episodes early and ad-free, join Political Currency Gold or the Kitchen Cabinet:

durée : 01:48:36 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Face aux tensions géopolitiques, la France affirme sa stratégie d'influence par la culture. À travers la Villa Albertine, elle déploie aux États-Unis un programme de résidences permettant aux artistes d'explorer, de dialoguer et de tisser des liens profonds avec les acteurs locaux. - réalisation : Alexandra Malka - invités : Mohamed Bouabdallah Conseiller culturel de l'Ambassade de France aux Etats-Unis et directeur de la Villa Albertine; Gilles Gressani Directeur du "Grand Continent", président du Groupe d'études géopolitiques de l'École normale supérieure ; Jérôme Perrier Normalien, agrégé et docteur en histoire

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Latin America is the key focal point for the United States in its global competition with China. President Donald Trump has made it clear that he deems China's growing presence in the Western Hemisphere a direct threat to U.S. interests in the region. This puts most countries in Central and South America in a tight spot, given that many states in this region count China as their largest trading partner and the U.S. as their largest source of investment. Parsifal D'Sola Alvarado, a longtime China analyst and executive director of the Andrés Bello Foundation's China Latin America Research Center, joins Eric & Cobus to discuss the divergent strategies some countries are taking to align themselves with one or both of the major powers. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander | @stadenesque Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth

durée : 01:48:13 - Soft Power - par : Frédéric Martel - Le livre de poche incarne l'accès à la culture pour tous. Mais peut-il rester un format populaire alors que les coûts augmentent et que la lecture des français baisse et qu'il doit composer avec l'essor de l'occasion et du numérique ? - réalisation : Peire Legras - invités : Anne Assous Directrice de Folio; Cécile Boyer-Runge Directrice générale des Éditions Points; Carine Fannius Directrice générale du pôle poche d'Editis; Audrey Petit Directrice générale des éditions Le Livre de Poche; Hélène Fiamma Directrice de J'ai lu; Ulysse Hennessy Co-fondateur et directeur général de Billboard France; Nicolas Baudoin Co-fondateur et président de Billboard France

We're kicking off Radio Cherry Bombe's Power Miniseries with Kristen Kish, the host of “Top Chef,” executive chef of Arlo Grey at The Line hotel in Austin, and author of the bestselling memoir “Accidentally On Purpose.” As Kristen explains it, she's all about soft power—and using it to support her community, her loved ones, and herself. Kristen joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her rise from Midwestern kid to culinary superstar. They discuss how Kristen found her true calling at culinary school, what Julia Roberts' movie “Notting Hill” had to do with her eventual coming out, and what she learned writing her memoir. Our Power miniseries is presented by Veuve Clicquot. Thank you to S.Pellegrino for additional support. Don't miss the new Power Issue of Cherry Bombe Magazine, spotlighting Kristen and 100 other women making the culinary world a more interesting, inspiring, and innovative place. Subscribe to our magazine here. More on Kristen: Instagram, Arlo Grey restaurant, “Accidentally on Purpose” memoirMore on Kerry: InstagramPast episodes and transcripts

Liubov Tsybulska is a hybrid warfare expert and adviser to the Ukrainian government on Russia security and defence production. She came down to the bunker to talk about Russian soft power (spoiler, they actually have it), how they use culture and how they erase identity in areas they occupy, plus a whole lot more.    Our stuff: Patreon. Get video early and also the new weekly newsletter:   / inthebunkerwithdarth   European Webshop: https://t.co/huXAGvKSag North America: webshop: https://t.co/IzRepx2m95 Katie twitter: https://x.com/kshmatsina Darth twitter: https://x.com/DarthPutinKGB Darth Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/darthputinkg... Katie Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/katiebelarus...

In this episode of Ageless Radiance Club, we’re talking about style that evolves with you. My guest Nicole Adolphe is one of Australia’s most trusted fashion authorities. As the Fashion Director at The Iconic, she has styled and shaped the way thousands of Australian women shop online. From her days in editorial at titles uch as Grazia, Cosmo, and Dolly, to now curating style for one of the country’s biggest fashion retailers, Nicole’s career has been a masterclass in translating fashion into confidence. From capsule wardrobes to curated accessories, this conversation is packed with smart, practical tips on how to shop with purpose, dress with confidence, and create a wardrobe that reflects who you are right now. We unpack how to mix textures, understand your body shape, and get more from what you already own. We also explore denim trends, sustainable fashion choices, and how to refresh your look through life transitions. Whether you're in a rut or ready to elevate your everyday style, this episode is your permission slip to show up fully, and fashionably. Special Ageless Radiance Club Discount Code: AGELESS20 Offer valid to 4 July 2025 at 11:59pm. Minimum spend $99. Apply unique code at checkout. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or voucher code. Full priced items only. Prices are in AUD. Not applicable on Red Pen sale items, Pre-Loved and Toy range. Brand exclusions apply and are subject to change as set out on https://www.theiconic.com.au/promotional-terms-conditions/.Key Takeaways: Everyone needs to become their own stylist—especially with online shopping A capsule wardrobe guarantees outfit ease and polish Mixing textures keeps outfits dynamic and interesting Organising your wardrobe helps reduce waste and buy smarter Trying new styles builds confidence and personal evolution Denim should evolve with your body—not the other way around Accessories can elevate even the simplest outfit Fashion trends now have greater longevity—buy intentionally Timeless investment pieces contribute to sustainability Filter shopping by colour and brand to streamline the process Chapter Stamps: 00:00 – Introduction and Event Highlights01:31 – The Importance of Being Your Own Stylist02:55 – Building a Capsule Wardrobe04:54 – Elevating Your Look with Accessories06:05 – Organising Your Wardrobe Effectively08:20 – Understanding Personal Style and Body Shape10:51 – Experimenting with Bold Fashion Choices14:00 – Reinventing Your Style at Life Transitions18:02 – Navigating Denim Trends22:36 – Choosing the Right Footwear24:30 – Current Fashion Trends and Seasonal Insights31:19 – Understanding Fashion Seasons33:24 – Sustainability in Fashion35:41 – Winter Wishlist Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/pttChUo9u6cSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soft power is not just about movies and television shows, but the ability to attract people to one's country through cultural influence and persuasion. Tourists and international students traveling to China interact with the people and culture, influencing their worldview along the way. How effective is China's soft power on a collective and individual level and what is the impact of China's soft power on the rest of the world?  Irene Wu joins the National Committee on May 8, 2025 to discuss soft power and how countries like China use it.  Click here to learn more about the speakers.

Christchurch-based musician Amelia Murray, better known as Fazerdaze, was named Best Solo Artist and also took out the coveted Album of the Year award for her third release, Soft Power. Murray spoke to Paddy Gower.

In today's episode, Parents who repeatedly refuse to send their children to school are more likely to be prosecuted as the government cracks down on truancy, Christchurch-based musician Amelia Murray, better known as Fazerdaze, was named Best Solo Artist and also took out the coveted Album of the Year award for her third release, Soft Power, big changes are coming to New Zealand's money as the Reserve Bank revealed photos of the new 10 cent coin that features the effigy of King Charles the third, we have our weekly political panel and we cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

#NationalInterest There's much frustration in India over the global ‘narrative' on Pahalgam and Op Sindoor. We have to decide if global opinion matters to us or not. If it does, we must drop all ego and bluster and engage with their media, think tanks, and civil society. Sending MPs on a globetrotting boondoggle won't help. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with @ShekharGupta----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/theres-an-all-new-n-word-now-and-indias-soft-power-is-its-hard-reality/2635652/----more----Read The New York times article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/19/world/asia/india-antiwar-dissent-mahmudabad.html

What if we trade out hustle culture for using our soft feminine power to attract the results we want? Does it still require hard work? OF COURSE! But we often undervalue how our energy can change how the world perceives us (and our products). Join me and soft feminine power coach Ariel Xenia as we explore how a subtle and authentic shift can actually get women better business results. **“How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy” is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED: 

You know that feeling when you realize you've been reading to fix yourself instead of to feel yourself? Yeah. This episode is the permission slip you didn't know you needed.Why a Smutty Fantasy Retreat Might Be Exactly What Your Soul's Been CravingJoin Meg & Stevie as they share the raw, soul-lit passion behind the Sinner & Saints Retreat — a 5-night immersive, sensual, and sacred portal in the UK or France designed to help you reclaim the full spectrum of your humanity.This isn't just a retreat. It's a full-body remembrance. A Pisces-Venus fever dream. A celebration of your spiritual and smutty self. A space where pleasure is prayer, rest is sacred, and nothing about you needs to be fixed to be worshiped.Inside, we talk about:Why we're done with only reading to “better ourselves”The holy rebellion of reading smut in the bathHow desire and devotion can co-exist (and actually thrive)The soul-call of 2025 and why this year feels like a collective rebirthThe inspiration behind Sinner & Saints — and why we're dreaming it into existence nowWhether you're craving more softness, deeper initiation, or just a goddamn candlelit dinner with women who get it — press play and come dream with us.

A new investigation drawing on thousands of internal emails and documents reveals the activities of Pravfond, a Russian organisation established in 2012 with the stated goal of protecting the rights of Russians living abroad, primarily by offering assistance in legal matters.However, the EU and European intelligence agencies say that in some countries Pravfond acts as a safety net for Russian intelligence assets – agents or spies – who get into legal trouble. In some countries, it also provides cover stories for these spies.Two lawyers operating in Ireland, Elizaveta Donnery and Olga Shajaku, are mentioned in the documents.There is nothing to suggest that Donnery, Shajaku or other Russians in Ireland supported by Pravfond engaged in intelligence gathering, influence operations or illegal activity.But the connection shows that Russia has an interest in Ireland.Conor Gallagher tells In the News about the investigation, Pravfond's activities and its significance.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I share a personal story I've never told in this way before - my personal story of growing up as an extrasensory being: what it was like to feel everything, what are the daily challenges but also the gifts. It's about my journey of finding my voice and how building my business has been anything but traditional because I never felt like I truly belonged anywhere. I felt too strange for the spiritual communities and too sensitive for the corporate world, where I burned myself out trying to fit in. This is the story of how I found belonging without fitting in, how I discovered my place without compromising my essence. It's also the story of how I am stepping out of hiding and into leadership as a Sensitive Visionary, leading Soft Power movement in a world that is loud, messy, and constantly pulling you away from your purity, your heart, your body.It's also a glimpse into the heart of my work because it's the snippet from the module "Belonging without fitting in & self trust" in "Rise Voice" program.  In it, I explore what true belonging is (and what it's not), and how we often abandon ourselves to be accepted.  If this speaks to you, here are two ways to go deeper:1. Join my online retreat “Sensitive. Rebellious. Rising.” – a 2-day pay-as-you-wish event (minimum 44€) 2. For a deep, long-term journey with personalized support, The Rise Voice is my most intimate and transformational container. We explore soft power, self-leadership, emotional capacity, inner critic, fear, success, healing the social nervous system, and much more. A lot of core topics that affect and influence your personal power.Because for me, it always comes back to this:You can't lead others if you're disconnected from yourself.Support the show Currently enrolling into "Rise Voice"!!! Welcome Gift! Join the newsletter & receive 3 popular meditation tracks as welcome to my world gift. Free Telegram channel is where we gather, connect and I share most

On this episode of Heard Tell, host Andrew shares some thoughts on the current state of politics, politicians, people, places, and a whole bunch of money involving the Middle East. From the changing leadership and recognition of the Ahmed al-Sharaa led Syria, to President Donald Trump's deal making trip, to the GCC's role as counter to Iran, and why the Saudi and Qatari sovereign wealth funds and soft power plans are key to understanding what is really going on.All that and more on this episode of Heard Tell.Andrew's piece on President Trump's policy towards the Houthis can be read here: https://open.substack.com/pub/heardtell/p/american-foreign-policy-drive-by?r=17xga&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false--------------------Heard Tell SubStack Free to subscribe, comes right to your inboxhttps://heardtell.substack.com/Questions, comments, concerns, ideas, or epistles? Email us HeardTellShow@gmail.comPlease follow @HeardTellShow like the program, comment with your thoughts, and share with others.Support Heard Tell here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/4b87f374-cace-44ea-960c-30f9bf37bcff/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/heard-tell/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What if your fiercest judgments were just misplaced devotion?In this raw and revealing episode, we unpack those charged moments when your love for truth and justice gets mistaken for criticism or control. When your “I just want to help” lands more like “You're doing it wrong.” And when your longing to belong collides with your need to speak up.Two powerful stories unfold in this episode:  One about a moment of regret after calling out a fellow trainer in a large group, and another about getting kicked out of a recovery meeting… for being too disruptive. But underneath it all? The same longing: to be seen, heard, and held in our full humanity.

durée : 00:03:14 - Géopolitique - par : Pierre Haski - L'inventeur de l'expression Soft Power, Joseph Nye, est mort à l'âge de 88 ans, à un moment où son concept d'influence douce est "tué" par Donald Trump. « Le Soft Power va souffrir dans les quatre prochaines années », avait écrit Joseph Nye dans un récent article critique du président américain.

If “success” means burnout, exhaustion, and no joy left for you… it's time for a rewrite. In this third phase of our mini-series, we're talking redefinition. That means letting go of hustle-as-identity and embracing success that actually feels good. You'll learn how to visualize your future self, stop hiding behind productivity, and make aligned decisions that create real change — all without sacrificing your peace. I'm sharing the truth about what success looks like now versus what it used to (hint: it's no longer about hustle at all costs). We're talking about functional burnout, the invisible mental load, and the pressure to perform—and why it's time to flip the script. I'll walk you through: What it really means to redefine success on your own terms How to start making moves your future self will thank you for The power of mental rehearsal (aka visualizing the woman you're becoming) Why joy, rest, and pleasure deserve space on your calendar A few hard questions to help you stop hiding behind your busy schedule This isn't about doing less—it's about doing what aligns. Let's talk strategy with soul and why softness doesn't mean weakness! #mindsetshift #burnoutrecovery #manifestation   KEY TAKEAWAYS:  00:00 Let's talk about what it really means to redefine yourself 00:23 Welcome back to Boss Bitch Radio 00:53 We're in the “Redefinition Phase” — time to throw out the old rules 03:38 A few juicy questions to help you figure out where you're at 07:35 Mental rehearsal & visualization — why it's not just woo-woo 11:19 Tools I love for this phase: pleasure rituals & checking your calendar 13:07 How to set boundaries and actually feel your feelings 17:52 A little homework: start visualizing your future self 18:56 Final thoughts on stepping into who you're becoming 19:14 Wanna work with me? Here's what's coming up in coaching  Links Mentioned:   The Iconic Coaching Academy is open -  limited spots available for 1:1 coaching. Apply here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/iconic-coaching  Watch this FIRST “7 Exercises to Lose Weight That Have Nothing to Do with the Gym”: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/314-7-exercises-to-lose-weight-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-the-gym  Check out the “Why High-Achieving Women Feel Stuck” episode here: https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/315-why-high-achieving-women-feel-stuck-and-what-to-do-about-it Watch the Phase 2, Reconnect with Your Body:  https://bossbitchradio.libsyn.com/reconnect-with-your-body   Connect with Diane: Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro    Freebies: Lower Body Blueprint: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/lower-body-blueprint  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program  Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements 

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/downstream/94 http://relay.fm/downstream/94 Jason Snell Shōgun gets another season, Match Game re-revived, binge behavior calculated, bonus content promoted, Netflix results parsed, Apple TV+ losses pondered, and our TV picks explained. Shōgun gets another season, Match Game re-revived, binge behavior calculated, bonus content promoted, Netflix results parsed, Apple TV+ losses pondered, and our TV picks explained. clean 3266 Shōgun gets another season, Match Game re-revived, binge behavior calculated, bonus content promoted, Netflix results parsed, Apple TV+ losses pondered, and our TV picks explained. Guest Starring: Josef Adalian Links and Show Notes: TV Picks: Joe: The Studio (Apple TV+), Running Point (Netflix) Jason: Andor (D+) Get Downstream+ and don't miss a segment! Submit Feedback ABC Reboots Match Game With Martin Short as Host 'Shogun' Season 2 Ordered at FX, Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis Are You Happy With How You Watch TV? A Vulture Survey The ‘Wicked' Bonus Features on Peacock Are Now a Ratings Hit Netflix Won the Streaming Wars. Now It's Coming for YouTube - Puck How Long Can the Apple TV+ Experiment Sputter On? - Puck What to watch if you're churning thr

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

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

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.