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Nell'agosto del 1992 scoppiava la guerra tra la Georgia e l'Abkhazia. Un conflitto lontano che finì per intrecciare le storie del Caucaso e della Sicilia. Cambiando la vita a centinaia di bambini.--Insert: Абхазия 1992 1993, alexsandre, YouTube; Italian traditional music, Pixabay.

In this episode, “Truth is a Pathless Land,” we speak with Transformative Inquiry Program faculty member Connie Jones to explore the micropolitical stakes of revolutionary spirituality through Krishnamurti's challenge to religious prescription, psychological conditioning, and egoic identification. We discuss techniqueless meditation, the primacy of awareness over truth, and the distinction between perception and cognition as a path beyond the representational mind. Our conversation engages the unknown as the ground of creativity and examines how culturally conditioned individualism is challenged by non-dual insights. We also explore Bohmian Dialogue as a transformative practice aligned with Krishnamurti's vision—an open, non-hierarchical mode of collective inquiry that suspends judgment and cultivates shared attention. Through this lens, we consider how his praxis opens onto a micro-political awareness capable of generating new forms of being and transformation beyond all systems of conditioning. Connie Jones, Ph.D., is a sociologist of religion who joined CIIS in 1994, having taught at several colleges and theology schools. Beginning with her doctoral dissertation on the caste system in India, she has pursued a long interest in the cultures and religions of the East, including the adoption of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs and practices in the West. She researches spiritual teachers as well as the evolution of new religious movements around the world. Throughout her career in higher education, she has helped establish women's studies departments and curricula in several colleges and has published research on women's status in India and feminist methods. She has been a member of a multidisciplinary team of scholars that investigates new religious movements around the world and has published articles on movements that are based on Eastern religious belief and practice. At present, Constance has a book, Krishnamurti: Self-Inquiry, Awakening, and Transformation, in press with Cambridge University Press. In this volume she outlines the life and teaching of the enigmatic 20th century philosopher and teacher J. Krishnamurti. She serves in scholarly positions with the Gurdjieff Institute for the Harmonious Development of Man (2017- present) Tbilisi, Georgia and the Publications Committee of the Krishnamurti Foundation of America (2018-present), Ojai, California. Books: Encyclopedia of Hinduism Contemplative Literature The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Introduction music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Music at the end of the episode: Tundra Immanence (blowing meditation) • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode, “Truth is a Pathless Land,” we speak with Transformative Inquiry Program faculty member Connie Jones to explore the micropolitical stakes of revolutionary spirituality through Krishnamurti's challenge to religious prescription, psychological conditioning, and egoic identification. We discuss techniqueless meditation, the primacy of awareness over truth, and the distinction between perception and cognition as a path beyond the representational mind. Our conversation engages the unknown as the ground of creativity and examines how culturally conditioned individualism is challenged by non-dual insights. We also explore Bohmian Dialogue as a transformative practice aligned with Krishnamurti's vision—an open, non-hierarchical mode of collective inquiry that suspends judgment and cultivates shared attention. Through this lens, we consider how his praxis opens onto a micro-political awareness capable of generating new forms of being and transformation beyond all systems of conditioning. Connie Jones, Ph.D., is a sociologist of religion who joined CIIS in 1994, having taught at several colleges and theology schools. Beginning with her doctoral dissertation on the caste system in India, she has pursued a long interest in the cultures and religions of the East, including the adoption of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs and practices in the West. She researches spiritual teachers as well as the evolution of new religious movements around the world. Throughout her career in higher education, she has helped establish women's studies departments and curricula in several colleges and has published research on women's status in India and feminist methods. She has been a member of a multidisciplinary team of scholars that investigates new religious movements around the world and has published articles on movements that are based on Eastern religious belief and practice. At present, Constance has a book, Krishnamurti: Self-Inquiry, Awakening, and Transformation, in press with Cambridge University Press. In this volume she outlines the life and teaching of the enigmatic 20th century philosopher and teacher J. Krishnamurti. She serves in scholarly positions with the Gurdjieff Institute for the Harmonious Development of Man (2017- present) Tbilisi, Georgia and the Publications Committee of the Krishnamurti Foundation of America (2018-present), Ojai, California. Books: Encyclopedia of Hinduism Contemplative Literature The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Introduction music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Music at the end of the episode: Tundra Immanence (blowing meditation) • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

In this episode, “Truth is a Pathless Land,” we speak with Transformative Inquiry Program faculty member Connie Jones to explore the micropolitical stakes of revolutionary spirituality through Krishnamurti's challenge to religious prescription, psychological conditioning, and egoic identification. We discuss techniqueless meditation, the primacy of awareness over truth, and the distinction between perception and cognition as a path beyond the representational mind. Our conversation engages the unknown as the ground of creativity and examines how culturally conditioned individualism is challenged by non-dual insights. We also explore Bohmian Dialogue as a transformative practice aligned with Krishnamurti's vision—an open, non-hierarchical mode of collective inquiry that suspends judgment and cultivates shared attention. Through this lens, we consider how his praxis opens onto a micro-political awareness capable of generating new forms of being and transformation beyond all systems of conditioning. Connie Jones, Ph.D., is a sociologist of religion who joined CIIS in 1994, having taught at several colleges and theology schools. Beginning with her doctoral dissertation on the caste system in India, she has pursued a long interest in the cultures and religions of the East, including the adoption of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs and practices in the West. She researches spiritual teachers as well as the evolution of new religious movements around the world. Throughout her career in higher education, she has helped establish women's studies departments and curricula in several colleges and has published research on women's status in India and feminist methods. She has been a member of a multidisciplinary team of scholars that investigates new religious movements around the world and has published articles on movements that are based on Eastern religious belief and practice. At present, Constance has a book, Krishnamurti: Self-Inquiry, Awakening, and Transformation, in press with Cambridge University Press. In this volume she outlines the life and teaching of the enigmatic 20th century philosopher and teacher J. Krishnamurti. She serves in scholarly positions with the Gurdjieff Institute for the Harmonious Development of Man (2017- present) Tbilisi, Georgia and the Publications Committee of the Krishnamurti Foundation of America (2018-present), Ojai, California. Books: Encyclopedia of Hinduism Contemplative Literature The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Introduction music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Music at the end of the episode: Tundra Immanence (blowing meditation) • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

In this episode, “Truth is a Pathless Land,” we speak with Transformative Inquiry Program faculty member Connie Jones to explore the micropolitical stakes of revolutionary spirituality through Krishnamurti's challenge to religious prescription, psychological conditioning, and egoic identification. We discuss techniqueless meditation, the primacy of awareness over truth, and the distinction between perception and cognition as a path beyond the representational mind. Our conversation engages the unknown as the ground of creativity and examines how culturally conditioned individualism is challenged by non-dual insights. We also explore Bohmian Dialogue as a transformative practice aligned with Krishnamurti's vision—an open, non-hierarchical mode of collective inquiry that suspends judgment and cultivates shared attention. Through this lens, we consider how his praxis opens onto a micro-political awareness capable of generating new forms of being and transformation beyond all systems of conditioning. Connie Jones, Ph.D., is a sociologist of religion who joined CIIS in 1994, having taught at several colleges and theology schools. Beginning with her doctoral dissertation on the caste system in India, she has pursued a long interest in the cultures and religions of the East, including the adoption of Hindu and Buddhist beliefs and practices in the West. She researches spiritual teachers as well as the evolution of new religious movements around the world. Throughout her career in higher education, she has helped establish women's studies departments and curricula in several colleges and has published research on women's status in India and feminist methods. She has been a member of a multidisciplinary team of scholars that investigates new religious movements around the world and has published articles on movements that are based on Eastern religious belief and practice. At present, Constance has a book, Krishnamurti: Self-Inquiry, Awakening, and Transformation, in press with Cambridge University Press. In this volume she outlines the life and teaching of the enigmatic 20th century philosopher and teacher J. Krishnamurti. She serves in scholarly positions with the Gurdjieff Institute for the Harmonious Development of Man (2017- present) Tbilisi, Georgia and the Publications Committee of the Krishnamurti Foundation of America (2018-present), Ojai, California. Books: Encyclopedia of Hinduism Contemplative Literature The EWP Podcast credits • Connect with EWP: Youtube • Facebook • Hosted by Stephen Julich (EWP Core Faculty) and Jonathan Kay (PhD grad) • Produced by: Stephen Julich and Jonathan Kay • Edited and Mixed by: Jonathan Kay • Introduction music: Mosaic, by Monsoon on the album Mandala • Music at the end of the episode: Tundra Immanence (blowing meditation) • Introduction Voiceover: Roche Wadehra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/spiritual-practice-and-mindfulness

Fraud in the Ministry of Defense, the arrest of Olympic champion and former MP, Ukraine's drones in Abkhazia, the ruling party's visit to China, protests at the Fencing World Championship, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok_georgia or Twitter @RorshokGeorgiaLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Former Kotsebi MP attacks his wife: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1537649560552072/EUvsDisinfo's Article: https://euvsdisinfo.eu/imedi-tv-the-propaganda-megaphone-undermining-georgias-eu-aspirations/ To download an MP3 file: www.rorshok.com/georgiaWe want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

Gruzijā valdošā partija "Gruzijas sapnis" pamazām izrēķinās ar saviem opozicionāriem, tos aizturot un liekot aiz restēm. Lai gan protesti Gruzijas ielās notikuši praktiski katru dienu mēnešiem ilgi, situāciju tie nespēj mainīt. Eiropas Savienība tikmēr piedraud atcelt Gruzijai piešķirto bezvīzu režīmu. Eiropā lielākā uzmanība ir pievērsta tirdzniecības vienošanās noslēgšanai ar ASV. Par ekonomiskajiem aspektie runājam Krustpunktā, bet šajā raidījumā mazliet par politiskajām blaknēm. Par ASV runājot, jāpiemin arī tā saucamie Epstīna faili, kas būtiski iespaido politisko noskaņojumu ASV. Vēl lūkojam saprast, kāpēc Šveice uz parlamentu vadītāju konferenci Ženēvā ir ļāvusi ierasties Krievijas domes vadībai? Ir izsniegtas vīzas, lai gan delegācijas dalībnieki, ieskaitot domes priekšsēdētāju, ir iekļauti sankciju sarakstos un Šveice ir pievienojusies Eiropas Savienības sankcijām. Aktualitātes komentē Ģeopolitikas pētījumu centra vecākais pētnieks Jānis Kažociņš un portāla LSM.lv žurnālists Ģirts Kasparāns. Runājot par Krievijas delegācijas ierašanos konferencē Šveicē, sazināmies ar Saeimas priekšsēdētājas biedri Antoņinu Nenaševu ("Progresīvie"), kura piedalās šajā konferencē.  Jaunumi no globālā golfa laukuma Pagājušās nedēļas otrajā pusē Donalds Tramps pavadīja četras dienas Skotijā, apraudzīdams savus turienes golfa kūrortus un pie reizes šo to nokārtodams ar „Vecās pasaules” līderiem. Vispirms bija tikšanās ar Eiropas Komisijas prezidenti Urzulu fon der Leienu Tērberijā, Skotijas rietumu piekrastē, tās finālā paziņojot par noslēgto tirdzniecības vienošanos starp Briseli un Vašingtonu. Daži iztēlo notikušo kā Eiropas kapitulāciju, kas gan ir krietni izkāpināts vērtējums. Eiropai nāksies samierināties ar 15% ievedmuitas tarifu, pie tam nepiemērojot nekādu bāzes tarifu amerikāņu importam, taču nav piepildījušās drūmākās prognozes, kas saistījās ar krietni lielākiem tarifiem Eiropas automobiļu, lidmašīnu un pusvadītāju eksportam. Tāpat Eiropa apņēmusies līdz Trampa prezidentūras termiņa beigām importēt amerikāņu naftu, sašķidrināto gāzi un citus energoresursus 750 miljardu eiro vērtībā, kā arī papildus investēt Savienotājās Valstīs 600 miljardus. Ja par pirmo apņemšanos tiek teikts, ka tā nav reālistiska, ciktāl tas nozīmētu, ka amerikāņiem būtu jānovirza praktiski viss savs pašreizējais attiecīgo energoresursu eksports tikai uz Eiropas Savienību, tad otrās apjomi neko daudz nepārsniedzot domājamo investīciju summu, kādu Eiropas uzņēmumi arī bez īpašas vienošanās varētu ieguldīt Savienotajās Valstīs. Vispārējais secinājums ir, ka vienošanās, protams, nav vienlīdzīga, tomēr tā no Eiropas puses esot pieņemama cena par izvairīšanos no tirdzniecības kara ar amerikāņiem. No Tērberijas prezidents un golferis, britu premjera Kīra Stārmera pavadīts, pārcēlās uz Aberdīnas apkārtni Lielbritānijas pretējā krastā, kur atklāja jaunu golfa laukumu savā Balmedī klubā. Pirmdien, 28. jūlijā, pirms doties pāri okeānam, viņš pārsteidza žurnālistus ar jaunu pavērsienu Krievijas sakarā, pasludinot, ka atceļ iepriekš līdz septembra sākumam noteikto termiņu, kurā Putinam vajadzēja vienoties ar Ukrainu par karadarbības pārtraukšanu. Tagad viņš dodot Krievijas vadonim vēl desmit līdz divpadsmit dienas, pirms ieviesīšot smagus sekundāros tarifus Krievijas energoresursu patērētājiem. Atgriezušos no šī brauciena, Baltā nama saimnieku sagaida pašmāju aktualitātes, kurās pēdējās nedēļās dominē t.s. „Epstīna faili”. Uzņēmējs Džefrijs Epstīns 2019. gada jūlijā izdarīja pašnāvību cietuma kamerā, kur bija nonācis kā aizdomās turētais par nepilngadīgo iesaistīšanu prostitūcijā. Versijas, ka Epstīna lietas izmeklēšanas materiālos atrodamas ziņas par pedofilu tīklu, kuram pieder ne viens vien nīstās politiskās elites pārstāvis, ieņem svarīgu vietu MAGA kustības folklorā. Tramps, priekšvēlēšanu kampaņas laikā uzturējis spēkā priekšstatu, ka ievēlēšanas gadījumā raus priekškaru šiem derdzīgajiem noslēpumiem, nesen lika daudziem no attiecīgās publikas vilties, kad paziņoja, ka „failos” neesot ko redzēt un visa šī lieta esot viņa ienaidnieku demokrātu sagudrojums. Tikām presē ir nonākušas ziņas, ka izmeklēšanas materiālos figurējot arī paša prezidenta vārds. Ziedi noziedzniecei Šobrīd Ženēvā notiek starptautiskās nevalstiskās organizācijas Starpparlamentu savienība rīkotā 6. Vispasaules parlamentu priekšsēžu konference un ar to saistītais 15. Parlamentu priekšsēžu – sieviešu samits. Daudzi no pasākuma dalībniekiem, jādomā, bija šokēti, kad tajā uzradās arī visai respektabla Krievijas Federācijas delegācija ar Federālās Sapulces priekšsēdētāju Valentīnu Matvijenko priekšgalā. Kā liecina reportāžas, ierodoties Ženēvā, Matvijenko kundze sagaidīta ar ziediem. Gan pati agresorvalsts parlamenta spīkere, gan divi citi delegācijas locekļi – Krievijas Liberāldemokrātiskās partijas līderis Leonīds Sluckis un Krievijas Valsts Domes (parlamenta apakšpalātas) priekšsēža vietnieks Pjotrs Tolstojs – ir pakļauti personālām sankcijām, tai skaitā iebraukšanas liegumam Šengenas zonā, par lomu, kāda viņiem bijusi Krievijas agresijas atbalstīšanā un politiskajā nodrošināšanā. Matvijenko paraksts ir uz attiecīgā Federālās Sapulces lēmuma par Krimas aneksiju 2014. gadā un balsojuma protokola, ar kuru Putinam tika dota „zaļā gaisma” iebrukumam Ukrainā. Ja Šveices valdībai kā pasākuma uzņemošajai pusei teorētiski bija tiesības pieļaut izņēmumu sankciju piemērošanā, tad Itālijas valdībai, kura ļāvusi Krievijas valdības lidmašīnai šķērsot savu gaisa telpu, šādi rīkoties nebija pat formāla pamata. Tikusi pie vārda konferencē, Matvijenko lika klātesošajiem uzklausīt kārtējās pasāžas par tēmu „astoņus gadus bumboja Donbasu” un citus Krievijas propagandas pekstiņus. Daudzi delegāti vairījušies nonākt ar skandalozo viešņu kopīgās oficiālās fotogrāfijās, kā arī pagodināt ar savu klātbūtni viņas uzstāšanās. Ka izteicies Ukrainas Ārlietu ministrijas oficiālais pārstāvis Heorhijs Tihijs, viņa valsts nenogurstoši strādāšot, lai organizētu šai dāmai vēl vienu braucienu – uz Hāgu, kur drīz sāks darbu Īpašais Tribunāls agresijas noziegumam pret Ukrainu. Gruzija puspagriezienā pret Rietumiem  Raksturojot pašreizējā Gruzijas režīma ģeopolitisko orientāciju, nebūtu gluži pareizi sacīt, ka oficiālā Tbilisi ir pagriezusi Rietumiem muguru. Šobrīd Gruzijā norit militārās mācības ar divu tūkstošu NATO dalībvalstu un partnervalstu karavīru, tai skaitā apvienotās Lietuvas-Polijas-Ukrainas brigādes, tāpat Vācijas, Rumānijas, Moldovas u.c. vienību līdzdalību. Apņemšanās virzīties uz iestāšanos Ziemeļatlantijas aliansē joprojām nav svītrota no Gruzijas konstitūcijas. Tajā pat laikā vēl šomēnes Eiropas Parlamentam nācās pieņemt skarbi nosodošu rezolūciju par Gruzijas pašreizējās varas rīcību. Jūnija nogale iezīmēja juridisku izrēķināšanos ar redzamākajiem Gruzijas opozīcijas līderiem. Bijušais partijas Apvienotā nacionālā kustība vadītājs Nika Melija saņēmis astoņus mēnešus cietumā, viņa partijas biedrs Givi Targamadze – septiņus mēnešus, vēl četri citi opozīcijas spēku līderi – līdzīga apjoma cietumsodus. Apsūdzības saturs visiem vienāds: atteikšanās liecināt t.s. Culukiani komisijai – Gruzijas parlamentā izveidotai pagaidu izmeklēšanas komisijai deputātes Tejas Culukiani vadībā, kurai jāizvērtē nelikumības, kuras it kā notikušas prezidenta Miheila Saakašvili varas periodā. Vēl viens opozīcijas līderis Nika Gvaramija, kā arī kādreizējais iekšlietu ministrs Iraklijs Okruašvili atrodas pirmstiesas apcietinājumā. Pašam eksprezidentam Saakašvili šī gada martā tiesa par it kā veiktu valsts līdzekļu izšķērdēšanu piesprieda deviņus gadus cietumā, tādējādi par trīs gadiem pagarinot jau agrāk piespriesto cietumsodu, kā arī gandrīz simt tūkstošu eiro naudas sodu. Aiz restēm atrodas arī daudzi pagājušā gada nogalē notikušo protestu dalībnieki – daži vēl pirmstiesas izmeklēšanā, citi jau notiesāti, tai skaitā ar vairāku gadu ieslodzījuma termiņiem. Eiropas Savienības institūcijas piedraudējušas Tbilisi, ka varētu tikt pārskatīts līdzšinējais bezvīzu režīms ieceļošanai savienībā. Šādu lēmumu Eiropadome var pieņemt ar kvalificēto balsu vairākumu, kamēr kādas skarbākas sankcijas, kā aktīvu iesaldēšana, visdrīzāk bloķētu Eiropas kvazidemokrātu duets Viktors Orbans un Roberts Fico. Tiesa, ir pazīmes, kas liecina, ka Gruzija nav gluži kurla pret Briseles toņa maiņu. Pēdējās dienās atlikta lēmumu pasludināšana pāris protestu dalībnieku prāvās, tāpat vairākiem notiesātajiem opozīcijas līderiem doti mājieni, ka prezidents Miheils Kavelašvili varētu viņus apžēlot, ja viņi apņemtos neboikotēt oktobrī paredzētās pašvaldību vēlēšanas.   Sagatavoja Eduards Liniņš.    

L'Italia della sciabola maschile firma una storica impresa dopo il bronzo di Luca Curatoli e conquista l'oro ai Mondiali in corso a Tbilisi (Georgia). Luca Curatoli, Michele Gallo, Pietro Torre e Matteo Neri hanno sconfitto l'Ungheria per 45-37 regalando al movimento tricolore la sesta medaglia nella rassegna iridata.

Olomoucký šermíř Jakub Jurka skončil na mistrovství světa v Tbilisi jedenáctý. V Gruzii se tak postaral o nejlepší český výsledek v soutěži kordistů od roku 1991.

The ruling party's push for an opposition ban, a deadly shooting in Batumi, uranium sale, the IMF's report on the Georgian economy, Justin Timberlake in Tbilisi, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok_georgia or Twitter @RorshokGeorgiaLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake. In 5:33, the reader should have said, "ruling party."Sorry for the inconvenience!

Conversations on Groong - July 24, 2025TopicsEU Strategy in the South CaucasusAttacks on the National Church(es)2025 Local Election PoliticsGuestArchil SikharulidzeHostsHovik ManucharyanAsbed BedrossianEpisode 454 | Recorded: July 22, 2025SHOW NOTES: https://podcasts.groong.org/454VIDEO: https://youtu.be/r1tgtP-d0lE#ArmenianNews #SouthCaucasus #Georgia #Armenia #EUSubscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake remains in the global spotlight this week, making headlines for both exhilarating performances and behind-the-scenes drama. Fresh off headlining Lollapalooza Paris on July 20, Timberlake's name was trending across social media and entertainment outlets as fans and critics alike dissected his high-energy set and career longevity, with the tour's extension reflecting sustained demand and introspection about his musical evolution, according to Mabumbe. His Instagram post thanking Paris and referencing “the greatest” further fueled speculation about which artists or influences he was alluding to, a classic Timberlake move that keeps his fanbase buzzing.Just days earlier, Romania Insider announced Timberlake's upcoming debut at Electric Castle 2025, set for July 16-20 at Bánffy Castle near Cluj-Napoca, marking his first-ever show in Romania and promising a set list spanning his entire catalog. Festival organizers are billing this as an “illustrious career journey,” teasing performances of both classic hits and fresh tracks off his latest album Everything I Thought It Was, stoking considerable excitement in Eastern Europe.But it's not all smooth sailing for the pop superstar. On July 16, fans at England's Lytham Festival witnessed a very human moment as Timberlake, reportedly frustrated by severe sound issues, was captured on video “raging” at his crew. Parade and Kiss 95.1 confirm that the audio cut out mid-performance during his infamous breakup anthem Cry Me a River, prompting Timberlake to yell and gesture angrily at stage staff—behavior some critics labeled unprofessional, while defenders called it understandable in the heat of live performance. The TikTok video went viral, sparking debate on X about his professionalism and even touching off speculation about cosmic justice given the song's rumored connections to Britney Spears.Amid the touring, Timberlake has also quietly closed a major business chapter. GolfWRX reveals he sold his Mirimichi Golf Course in Memphis for $500,000, a massive loss considering his group's $16 million in renovations since their 2007 purchase. While this was a financial flop, the move is seen by some as partly philanthropic, benefiting Memphis's local economy and golf community.Adding a hint of Broadway buzz, Food Network's Bobby Flay told The Tonight Show he's eager to recruit Timberlake as the lead for an upcoming Beat Bobby Flay musical, playfully noting Timberlake “hasn't won a Tony yet” and suggesting the performer could shine on the New York stage—though this remains pure wishful thinking from Flay for now.Finally, Timberlake's upcoming show in Tbilisi, Georgia, is generating political heat, as OCCRP details a petition urging him to speak out against the country's alleged government crackdowns. Over 2000 Georgian fans and activists have signed the appeal, insisting Timberlake should not allow his concert to be used as de facto propaganda by the ruling party. Timberlake himself has yet to publicly respond.All told, these past few days have underscored Timberlake's enduring star power, the growing complexity around celebrity activism, and his capacity to capture the world's attention both on and off stage.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Na początku lipca 2025 roku byłem w Gruzji w Tbilisi. Cel wyjazdu bynajmniej nie był turystyczny, ale biznesowy. Pojechałem tam na zaproszenie Enterprise Georgia, to agencja rządowa odpowiedzialna za rozwój inwestycji zagranicznych w Gruzji, a celem wizyty było zaznajomienie się z branżą nowoczesnych usług dla biznesu i warunkami jakie Gruzji tej branży oferuje.Cztery dni i mnóstwo spotkań od firm doradczych, przez firmy BPO i GBS, na spotkaniu z Panią Minister Gospodarki skończywszy. Mnóstwo informacji i realnego dotknięcia sektora usługowego w Gruzji. W tym odcinku dzielę się kilkoma spostrzeżeniami i uwagami.Zebranych danych mam znacznie więcej, więc jeśli chcecie je poznać, to zapraszam do bezpośredniego kontaktu. A teraz zapraszam do słuchania.Kluczowe punkty z podcastu:Gruzja stanowi atrakcyjną lokalizację dla sektora nowoczesnych usług biznesowych dzięki niższym kosztom operacyjnym i korzystnym podatkom.Proces założenia firmy w Gruzji jest niezwykle szybki i prosty, można to zrobić w ciągu jednego dnia.Gruzja oferuje nowoczesne centra usług wspólnych, które obsługują obywateli w sposób efektywny i kompleksowy, zarówno w miastach, jak i na terenach wiejskich.Linki:Porozmawiaj o tym odcinku ze sztuczną inteligencją - https://bbs-bez-tajemnic.onpodcastai.com/episodes/pHjW0Y1kzId/chat  ****************************  Nazywam się Wiktor Doktór i na co dzień prowadzę Klub Pro Progressio https://klub.proprogressio.pl/pl – to społeczność wielu firm prywatnych i organizacji sektora publicznego, którym zależy na rozwoju relacji biznesowych w modelu B2B. W podcaście BSS bez tajemnic poza odcinkami solowymi, zamieszczam rozmowy z ekspertami i specjalistami z różnych dziedzin przedsiębiorczości.Zapraszam do odwiedzin moich kanałów na:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@wiktordoktorFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/wiktor.doktorLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktor/Moja strona internetowa - https://wiktordoktor.pl/Możesz też do mnie napisać. Mój adres email to - kontakt(@)wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  Patronami Podcastu “BSS bez tajemnic” są:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński - https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-rucinski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach - https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/  Wspaniali ludzie, dzięki którym pojawiają się kolejne odcinki tego podcastu. Ty też możesz wesprzeć rozwój podcastu na:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktorPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktorBuy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktorZrzutka.pl - https://zrzutka.pl/j8kvarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bss-bez-tajemnic--4069078/support.

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake has made plenty of headlines in just the past few days, mixing tour drama, family tension, a tough business loss, and international politics into the latest chapter of his story. Timberlake's European summer tour is winding down, with high-profile concerts across venues like Bánffy Castle in Transylvania on July 17 and upcoming dates in Paris, Tbilisi, Baku, and Istanbul through the end of July. His recent set at England's Lytham Festival turned chaotic when audio issues forced a halt mid-performance, prompting him to publicly lose his temper with his crew. Video clips of Timberlake animatedly dressing down staff made the rounds on social media, dividing fans between those criticizing him for being unprofessional and others defending his frustration as understandable under the circumstances, given the technical meltdown in front of thousands of paying fans. According to TMZ and Kiss 95.1, this incident was particularly embarrassing as the sound cut out during Cry Me a River, a song famously linked to his split with Britney Spears, leading to further chatter online about karma and showmanship.Offstage, Timberlake is facing scrutiny over the state of his marriage to actress Jessica Biel. Star Magazine is reporting that the couple's energy is “really bad” after a year of competing ambitions and the strains of their nearly 13-year marriage. Biel, coming off a snub for an Emmy nomination despite a high-visibility campaign for her role in The Better Sister, has reportedly not gotten much support from Timberlake, who himself is said to be weighed down by recent personal baggage. This runs from the much-publicized DWI arrest in 2024, to lingering fallout from allegations in Britney Spears' memoir, and even dating rumors from the set of Palmer. Insiders suggest Biel is well-positioned for her next act—with or without him—while Timberlake “needs the structure of family life,” hinting that a major reckoning could be ahead for their relationship when his tour winds down and he returns home.On the business front, it's a rough week for Timberlake as well: GolfWRX confirms he took a multimillion-dollar loss selling his beloved Mirimichi Golf Course in Memphis for just $500,000, after investing over $16 million into its renovation and restoration. Once a passion project and award-winning destination, the deal represents a significant financial blow for the pop star, though his net worth remains impressively high.Adding to the international attention, his planned July 23 show in Tbilisi has sparked a petition among Georgian fans urging him to speak out against their country's authoritarian tilt before performing as part of a government-funded initiative. According to OCCRP, organizers insist they don't want Timberlake to cancel but hope he'll use his platform to publicly support democracy—a high-profile political request that puts Timberlake in a potentially sensitive international spotlight. Altogether, this week has been classic Timberlake: sold-out shows, tabloid scrutiny, social media viral moments, and the persistent balancing act between global stardom and complicated personal realities.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

The EU's deadline for the ruling party, the collapse of an apartment block in Tbilisi, police misconduct, a kidnapping attempt, UNICEF's troubling report on Georgian youth, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok_georgia or Twitter @RorshokGeorgiaLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Police mistreating a senior citizen: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1068674495393803A building collapse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=264Bglf_oOEEmotional viral video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMGF0DDMhGX/ Unusual police operation: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1288729059510346 We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donateOops! It looks like we made a mistake.In 4:47, the reader should have said, "orders."Sorry for the inconvenience!

As Netanyahu courts Trump with peace prizes and platitudes, divisions over Israel in the MAGA media space are deepening. Contributors: Laura Albast – Fellow, Institute for Palestine Studies Mitchell Plitnick – Author, Except for Palestine Mouin Rabbani – Co-editor, Jadaliyya Jude Russo – Managing editor, The American Conservative On our radar: Since the US-Israeli GHF took over the distribution of aid, more than 800 Palestinians have been killed while attempting to collect it. New reporting uncovers the foundation's links to plans for Gaza's ethnic cleansing. Meenakshi Ravi reports. Georgia under fire: The crackdown on protests and the press Mass protests, a tightening grip on media and a creeping authoritarianism; eight months on, the struggle over Georgia's democracy is intensifying. Elettra Scrivo reports from Tbilisi on the mounting crackdown on journalists and independent voices. Featuring: Irakli Rukhadze – Owner, Imedi TV Nestan Tsetkhladze – Editor, Netgazeti Nino Zautashvili – Former host, Real Space

“We want to make sure that nurses, have opportunities both in our local communities as well as international communities, to engage in courageous dialog with others who may think or look different than we do and whose culture or language may also be different. The difference is what brings us together and allows us to have more of this tapestry of what we are about—ensuring that we advance health for all and that we are able to move forward together,” ONS member Ashley Leak-Bryant, PhD, RN, OCN®, professor at University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill, told Darcy Burbage, DNP, RN, AOCN®, CBCN®, chair of the ONS 50th Anniversary Committee, during a conversation about international collaboration in oncology nursing. Burbage spoke with Leak-Bryant, ONS member Kristin Ferguson, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN®, senior director of strategic operations, bone marrow transplant, and cellular therapies at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and ONS member and Chief Clinical Officer Erica Fischer-Cartlidge, DNP, RN, AOCNS®, EBP-C, about their experiences working in the global oncology space and how ONS is advancing those efforts. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Episode Notes  ONS Podcast™ ONS 50th anniversary series ONS Voice articles: Bridging Borders and Advancing Oncology's Global Mission Building Collaboration, Education With Oncology Nurses in Malawi Cancer Terms' Negative Associations in African Languages Can Create Communication Barriers for Patients and Clinicians Latest Global Cancer Statistics Underscore the Stark Need to Address Resource-Based Disparities ONS Members Share Resources, Experiences With Philippine Colleagues Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Amplifying the Global Impact of Oncology Nursing How Can a Global Experience Enkindle a Passion for Oncology Nursing? Connie Henke Yarbro Oncology Nursing History Center ONS Global Initiatives Joint position statement from ISNCC, MASCC, ONS, AONS, and EONS: Cancer Nursing's Potential to Reduce the Growing Burden of Cancer Across the World Asian Oncology Nursing Society City Cancer Challenge Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology European Oncology Nursing Society Global Power of Oncology Nursing Health Volunteers Overseas International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer UNC Project Malawi Union for International Cancer Control Email Ashley Leak-Bryant Email Kristin Ferguson Email Erica Fisher-Cartlidge at ONS Global Initiatives To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode Leak-Bryant: “My first experience was when I was 21 years old. This was when I was in nursing school at UNC Greensboro. An opportunity came about where I had a chance to go to Honduras, and it was for a one-week service learning cultural immersion experience. And that really gave me my first entree into global health as well as global training. And so, as a first-generation college graduate who had never been out of North Carolina nor had ever flown, it was really an eye-opening experience that has led me now to my current role and passion for global health.” TS 3:24 Leak-Bryant: “In 2018, we had the Malawian delegation come to UNC Chapel Hill. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has one of the longest standing collaborations with Malawi, and we call it UNC Project Malawi, and it has been in existence for more than 30 years. … Those nurses and other allied health professionals came to UNC to our cancer center to see how we were making sure that we were engaged in best practices, then how they would be able to take that back to Malawi to make sure that they have what they need as they were opening up a new national cancer Center in Malawi.” TS 7:57 Ferguson: “I have volunteered with ONS at the Asian Pacific Breast Cancer Summit, which was in Indonesia in 2024, and then a few months ago in Singapore. And this is an exciting conference because it draws in nurses from the region, so you end up having five, six, maybe seven countries represented at these conferences, where oncology nurses are very eager to learn, meet one another. And so the teaching that we've provided there has been a combination of lectures and then roundtables where we've strategically placed nurses attending with nurses that are not at their same hospital so that they can connect and share experiences with myself and another ONS member and maybe some other local staff acting as moderators and facilitating conversations.” TS 18:04 Ferguson: “When I was in Tbilisi, Georgia, in 2019, the people there, most of them do not speak English, so they speak their native language Georgian. As I presented, I was wearing a headset, and all of the oncology nurses in the audience were wearing a headset, and I was live translated. What this means is when you're speaking, a translator is sitting in a booth close by and you can actually very quietly hear in your ear he or she quietly translating what you're saying into a language that the nurses can understand. It's actually a bit funny because when you make a joke or ask a question, expecting nods or head shakes, it takes several seconds for the translation to occur. You can get used to a 10-second delay, and you have to pause your speaking and allow actually a little bit more time in presenting if translation services are required.” TS 22:25 Fischer-Cartlidge: “I think that the professional organization role is absolutely critical in how we advance global oncology. Certainly, providing education and helping empower nurses to be more autonomous and equal partners on the care team is a big piece of that. But it's also through forming international partnerships and really elevating the collective voice of nurses in the specialty. This goes a long way in standardizing practices, promoted leadership development among oncology nurses, really across the world. We know that nurses are not seen the same country to country to country on the healthcare team. And so a big part of what we do is try to elevate the importance of what nurses bring to cancer care.” TS 36:14 Fischer-Cartlidge: “I have so many hopes. I hope more opportunities come up for us to raise awareness of this essential role and how we bring a greater spotlight to what nurses are doing across the world for patient care. I hope to see us have more collective global position statements in this space. I hope to see that we have more unified projects across nursing organizations across the world, where we then really can bring our resources and our members together to do great work more effectively and more efficiently. And I think the beginnings of that are happening right up to this point.” TS 41:17  

In 128th episode of Good Morning BSS World, I take you straight to Tbilisi, Georgia, where I am attending the BPO Leadership Summit 2025, organized by Enterprise Georgia and Ryan Strategic Advisory. Here are first impressions and exclusive insights from a day filled with high-level meetings and discoveries about Georgia's evolving BPO and IT sectors.From lightning-fast business registration (just one day!) to a welcoming labor market for foreign talent, the episode highlights why Georgia is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for global investors. You'll hear takeaways from discussions with key stakeholders like Invest in Georgia, Andersen, Cushman & Wakefield, PwC, and HR Recruitment Agency, revealing competitive tax structures, flexible hiring policies, real estate dynamics, and surprising salary benchmarks in the BPO field.I also take you to Georgia's Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA), showcasing how the country fosters startups through tech parks and national competitions. With nine innovation parks across the country, including one in Kutaisi housed in the former parliament building, Georgia proves it's serious about turning ideas into reality.Whether you're an investor, a BPO leader, or simply curious about emerging business destinations, this episode is packed with practical insights and firsthand experiences you won't want to miss.  Key points of the podcast:Georgia offers an exceptionally fast business registration process, allowing new businesses to be registered within a single day.There are no limits on employing foreigners in Georgia's BPO and IT industries, making it easy for companies to bring in or hire international talent.Georgia's tax rates, including a 15% corporate income tax and a 20% personal income tax, are relatively low compared to many other countries.Links:Talk to this podcast with AI – https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/7ZsAdUliy6Y/chatEnterprise Georgia – https://www.enterprisegeorgia.gov.ge/ka  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club https://klub.proprogressio.pl - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach – https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/  If you like my podcasts you can join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

In this episode, I sit down with Freedom Life Experience client Bryce Althouse, who moved to Tbilisi, Georgia without a business plan—and ended up launching a successful in-person theater program from scratch.We talk about:Moving abroad without a safety netStarting a business without a degree or formal trainingHow Bryce found his niche through the Freedom Life ExperienceThe power of going all in, even when you're scaredWhy trusting yourself is more important than having all the answers

In this special on-the-road edition of Good Morning BSS World, I report directly from the vibrant capital of Georgia – Tbilisi – where I am attending the 2025 BPO Summit. Organized by Enterprise Georgia in collaboration with Ryan Strategic Advisory, the summit brings together global BPO and ITO experts, analysts, and advisors from countries such as the US, UK, Canada, Jamaica, Ghana, Albania, Poland, and more. In this first of several episodes dedicated to Georgia, I share my early impressions of the country as a rising star in the global business services landscape.From challenges in recording his podcast at the hotel to cultural and logistical insights, this episode sets the scene for a deeper exploration of Georgia's potential as a BPO/ITO hub. Don't miss this first-hand look at why Georgia may be your next BPO destination.Stay tuned for follow-up episodes with more expert interviews and insights!  Key points of the podcast:Georgia is positioning itself as a strategic hub for the BPO and IT industries, attracting experts and analysts from around the world.The BPO summit organized by Enterprise Georgia in partnership with Ryan Strategic Advisory highlights the growing interest in Georgia's potential as a business destination.Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, is not only a cultural and economic center but also well-connected internationally, making it accessible for business travelers from various global regions.Links:Talk to this podcast with AI – https://gmbw.onpodcastai.com/episodes/R32lDG0pbB7/chatEnterprise Georgia – https://www.enterprisegeorgia.gov.ge/ka  ****************************  My name is Wiktor Doktór and on daily basis I run Pro Progressio Club https://klub.proprogressio.pl - it's a community of many private companies and public sector organizations that care about the development of business relations in the B2B model. In the Good Morning BSS World podcast, apart from solo episodes, I share interviews with experts and specialists from global BPO/GBS industry.If you want to learn more about me, please visit my social media channels:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/wiktordoktorHere is also link to the English podcasts Playlist - https://bit.ly/GoodMorningBSSWorldPodcastYTLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiktordoktorYou can also write to me. My email address is - kontakt(@) wiktordoktor.pl  ****************************  This Podcast is supported by Patrons:Marzena Sawicka https://www.linkedin.com/in/marzena-sawicka-a9644a23/Przemysław Sławiński https://www.linkedin.com/in/przemys%C5%82aw-s%C5%82awi%C5%84ski-155a4426/Damian Ruciński https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-ruci%C5%84ski/Szymon Kryczka https://www.linkedin.com/in/szymonkryczka/Grzegorz Ludwin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gludwin/Adam Furmańczuk https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-agilino/Anna Czyż – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-czyz-%F0%9F%94%B5%F0%9F%94%B4%F0%9F%9F%A2-68597813/Igor Tkach – https://www.linkedin.com/in/igortkach/  If you like my podcasts you can join Patrons of Good Morning BSS World as well. Here are two links to do so:Patronite - https://patronite.pl/wiktordoktor  Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/wiktordoktor Or if you liked this episode and would like to buy me virtual coffee, you can use this link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wiktordoktor - by doing so you support the growth and distribution of this podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-morning-bss-world--4131868/support.

Stuart McAvoy is joined by Alan Quinlan to look back over Paul O'Connell's Irish side's victory over Georgia on Saturday, what we learnt from the game in Tbilisi and who put their hand up looking ahead to the Autumn and beyond. The topic of who could eventually replace Andy Farrell is also covered as is the strong test-like team the Lions head coach has named to face the Brumbies on Wednesday morning Irish time. Watch Ireland take on Portugal this Saturday live on Virgin Media Play & Virgin Media One. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joseph Stiglitz is a world-renowned economist and thinker who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences in 2001. I met him in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, in June 2025 during the inspiring Zeg Festival in which we both participated. In this podcast episode, we spoke about his latest book, "The Road to Freedom", published last year, and about how flawed ideas of freedom can ultimately undermine freedom itself. I also asked him what the world can do to stop Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine. *** Host: Volodymyr Yermolenko, a Ukrainian philosopher, the chief editor of UkraineWorld, and the president of PEN Ukraine. UkraineWorld is an English-language media outlet focusing on Ukraine and its connections with the wider world. This media outlet is run by Internews Ukraine. This episode is also made in partnership with "Politeia", a Ukrainian NGO focusing on preparing a new generation of change-makers in Ukraine. *** You can support UkraineWorld on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/c/ukraineworld). Your support is vital, as we rely heavily on crowdfunding. You can also contribute to our volunteer missions to frontline areas in Ukraine, where we provide aid to both soldiers and civilians. Donations are welcome via PayPal at: ukraine.resisting@gmail.com. *** Contents: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:24 - How does "The Road to Freedom" compare to Hayek's "The Road to Serfdom" and Snyder's "The Road to Unfreedom"? 0:02:45 - What are Stiglitz's main criticisms of neoliberalism? 0:08:09 - What's the core flaw in the concept of "limitless freedom"? 0:17:33 - How is Russia undermining democracy? 0:19:00 - What steps can Europe take with frozen Russian assets for Ukraine? 0:20:46 - Why won't seizing Russian assets cause a capital crisis or violate rule of law? 0:27:22 - How can good regulation foster beneficial innovation, not just exploitation?

RUGBY: Georgia head coach Richard Cockerill with Galway Bay FM's William Davies ahead of their summer test match with Ireland in Tbilisi

Why is Georgia drifting toward authoritarianism? Why is its current government aligning more closely with Russia and blaming its predecessors for Russia's 2008 invasion of Georgia? How are the histories of Ukraine and Georgia deeply intertwined—and why are these two countries key to understanding Eastern Europe? My name is Volodymyr Yermolenko. I am a Ukrainian philosopher, the chief editor of UkraineWorld, and the president of PEN Ukraine. My guest today is Tornike Gordadze, former Georgian State Minister for Euro-Atlantic Integration. He currently teaches at Sciences Po and the Jacques Delors Institute in Paris. We recorded this conversation in Tbilisi during the vibrant Zeg Festival, where both Tornike and I were participants. The Explaining Ukraine podcast is produced by UkraineWorld, an English-language media outlet about Ukraine, run by Internews Ukraine. You can support our work on https://www.patreon.com/c/ukraineworld. Your support is crucial, as we rely heavily on crowdfunding. You can also help fund our volunteer trips to frontline areas in Ukraine, where we support both soldiers and civilians. Donations are welcome via PayPal at: ukraine.resisting@gmail.com. *** Contents: 00:00 – Tornike Gordadze, a former Georgian minister 01:35 – Does the Russian imperialism connect Georgia and Ukraine? 02:53 – Georgians fight for Ukraine. Why? 06:00 – The Russian war methodology in Georgia and Ukraine 08:00 – The NATO Missed Chance: Bucharest Summit 2008 and its consequences 10:10 – How did the West's fear empower Russia? 15:00 – Georgia, Syria, Ukraine: Russia didn't pay any price for the interventions 17:00 – The West was not strong 19:00 – Georgia's Transformation: From Rose Revolution to political decay 20:22 – Why is Russia afraid of the successful democracies next door? 24:04 – Who was Saakashvili? 26:30 – The rise of Georgian Dream - did Russia win? 28:59 – Russian or Belarusian playbook in Georgia 30:57 – Why would Georgia destroy all connections with the West? 33:40 – Why does Orban support the Georgia authorities? 36:15 – Bratislava speech of Macron: Russia is not only a threat to Ukraine but also to Europe 38:30 – Two shocks for Europe 40:16 – The future of the European continent is in danger – Gordadze

We're back! The VMTV Rugby Pod returns just in time for Ireland's Summer Tour against Georgia and Portugal which you can watch live on Virgin Media Television! Alan Quinlan joins Stuart McAvoy to preview this Saturday's game in Tbilisi and the lads talk all things Lions too with the opening couple of games in the bank for Andy Farrell's touring side. Watch Ireland's Summer Tour against Georgia and Portugal live on Virgin Media Television. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abkhazia stands at a critical juncture, caught between its historical dependence on Russia and the uncertain allure of reconciliation with Georgia. Long overshadowed by Moscow's influence, recent years have seen the territory's population increasingly frustrated with Russia's heavy-handed presence, just as Tbilisi tentatively begins exploring pathways to re-engagement. Could growing anti-Russian sentiment signal a geopolitical realignment in the South Caucasus? Will Abkhazia tilt back toward Georgia, upsetting decades of frozen conflict dynamics? And why, despite mounting tensions and economic costs, does Moscow remain committed to maintaining its grip on this disputed strip of Black Sea coastline? To unpack these questions and understand the future of Abkhazia, we turn to our panel of experts: On the panel this week: - Laura Linderman (Central Asia-Caucasus Institute) - Beka Bajelidze (Institute for War and Peace) - Thomas de Waal (Carnegie Europe) Intro - 00:00 PART I - 03:49 PART II - 30:49 PART III - 1:00:15 Outro - 1:21:46 Follow the show on https://x.com/TheRedLinePod Follow Michael on https://x.com/MikeHilliardAusSupport the show at: https://www.patreon.com/theredlinepodcast Submit Questions and Join the Red Line Discord Server at: https://www.theredlinepodcast.com/discord For more info, please visit: https://www.theredlinepodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lots of boys have grown up wanting to be Superman but perhaps you grew up wanting to be award-winning journalist Lois Lane? Actor Rachel Brosnahan is known for her Emmy-winning portrayal of Midge Maisel in the TV series, The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel, her Emmy-nominated performance in House of Cards and her work on Broadway. Now she's playing Clark Kent's love interest, Lois Lane in the upcoming DC Universe film, Superman. She tells Nuala McGovern about the unusual circumstances in which she found out she had the role and the difficulties of working with CGI. A British teenager who is currently held in prison in Georgia says she was 'tortured' into smuggling drugs. Bella Culley who is 19 and from Teesside, has appeared at a Tbilisi court this week. She has pleaded not guilty to charges of possession and trafficking a large amount of illegal drugs. The BBC's Caucasus correspondent Rayhan Demytrie tells Nuala what's been happening. Jenny Evans was a young actress riding high on the success of her first feature film when she was sexually assaulted by someone who was in the public eye. When she later found the courage to report this crime to the police, details of what she had experienced were printed in a tabloid newspaper. Jenny decided to retrain as a journalist to try and figure out how this could have happened. She went on to help expose the abuses of power in the press and police that have become known as the 'phone-hacking scandal'. Nuala speaks to Jenny about her memoir Don't Let it Break You, Honey. To mark the start of the UEFA European Women's Championship Nuala speaks to BBC Sport's Correspondent Katie Gornall live from Switzerland. She's also joined by DJ, author and podcaster Annie Macmanus who was so inspired by the Lionesses Euro's win in 2022 that she decided to take the sport up herself, in her 40's. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Andrea Kidd

Munster man Craig Casey will captain Paul O'Connell's Ireland side for the Summer Tour fixtures against Georgia and Portugal which kicks off this Saturday in Tbilisi. The 26-year-old sat down with Stuart McAvoy to reveal how his emotions when told he would lead the squad across the two games, and why his father was the first person he told. The pair also discussed hopes for the two-game series, in which those not selected for the Lions Tour will be looking to impress in the green jersey ahead of the 2025 Autumn Nations Series.Watch Ireland's Summer Tour against Georgia and Portugal live on Virgin Media Television. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who's Zoomin' Who? To celebrate the exciting launch of Season Eight of Phil's beloved hit Netflix food and travel show Somebody Feed Phil, Phil and David Zoom with wonderful fans of the show from around the world. This season, Phil travels to Amsterdam, Basque Country of Spain, Boston, Tbilisi, Sydney & Adelaide, Las Vegas (with an appearance by Donny Osmond & David!), Manila and Guatemala. To learn more about building community through food and "Somebody Feed the People," visit the Philanthropy page at philrosenthalworld.com.

We noemen het zelf de officiële aftrap van de NAVO-top. De derde Perestrojkast Live ging maandagavond over Oost-Europa in de NAVO vanuit Nieuwspoort, Den Haag, de stad waar dinsdag en woensdag de NAVO-top plaatsvindt. Als de wereldleiders slim zijn, luisteren ze naar deze 269e aflevering, gebaseerd op de live-uitzending. En niet alleen om de twee geestige moppen van Joost Bosman die vanuit Tbilisi was overgevlogen. Met Joost en historicus en schrijver Ivo van de Wijdeven (van onder meer De macht van het verleden en Alle rafelranden van Europa) doken we maandag in op de vraag: wat hebben onze landen te zoeken in NAVO? En dan met name de opstandige premiers Fico van Slowakije en Orban van Hongarije die als NAVO-lid graag aanpappen met Rusland. Hoe valt hun NAVO-lidmaatschap te rijmen met hun bezoeken aan Poetin? Ook Polen komt voorbij. Warschau heeft een andere kijk op Rusland en zijn NAVO-lidmaatschap. Ivo is tevens bij ons aangeschoven om de moeder der discussies voorgoed te beslechten. Want wat hebben het Westen en Rusland nou afgesproken over de NAVO-uitbreiding naar Oost-Europa? Ivo legt het uit. Poetin heeft daar zo zijn eigen, persoonlijke, kijk op, vertelt Joost die ook diept uit zijn Russische contacten en de Russische omsingelingsmythe weerlegt. De 269e aflevering is een ingekorte versie van de Perestrojkast Live. Waarin we publieksvragen beantwoordden, een quiz deden en nog veel meer. Die ontbreken bij de ingekorte versie. Heb je deze Perestojkast Live gemist en wil je er volgende keer bij zijn? Houd onze podcast en de site van Haagsch College in de gaten. Grote dank aan Haagsch College voor het mogelijk maken van deze Perestrojkast Live. Hosts Geert Jan Hahn Floris Akkerman Historicus en schrijver Ivo van de Wijdeven Hofnar met inhoud Joost BosmanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I wish I had 640 days to do this trip, not 64." Bali-based Stuart McDonald, founder of Travelfish, is 34 days into an ambitious two-month overland trip across 18 countries from his Bali home to Leeds in the UK. So, why is he doing it? What has he experienced en route? And what have been the finest discoveries of the journey so far? This week, Gary catches up with Stuart in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, to track back across his train and-bus route so far, which has taken him from Bali to Jakarta, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Laos, China, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Stuart describes the dramatic natural landscapes viewed from numerous train windows. He also tells compelling stories about his encounters with Chinese backpacking culture, entire mountains clad with solar panels, the lowering of a giant Lenin statue, an under-construction China-Central Asia railway, and the cultured urban delights of Almaty. We preview the anticipated highlights of the rest of the trip, including Tbilisi, Istanbul, Bucharest and Budapest, before a rapid dash to Paris to catch the Eurostar to London - and a connection to the journey's end: Leeds. A remarkable journey, which Stuart describes as "exhausting" and a "gruelling mission", but - overall - the "trip of a lifetime".

We're on the cusp of the 2025 edition of Art Basel—the flagship fair held each June in Basel, Switzerland. More than 200 galleries from around the world gather to present works spanning the 20th and 21st centuries. Art Basel is both a bellwether and a battleground. Participation is prestigious—and costly. It's competitive, and it's high-stakes. That's always been true. What's newer is the softening of the art market. Sales are down. Demand is cautious. Buying patterns are shifting. “Uncertainty” was the word last year—and it still is. Much of the focus tends to fall on the top of the market. But what about the emerging tier? The galleries selling works under $250,000 and $100,000? The ones spotting and raising new talent, pushing aesthetics forward? What does a “win” look like for them in this moment? What does growth mean now—and how do they survive in a contracting ecosystem? To unpack these questions, Senior Editor Kate Brown is joined by three dealers whose programs I've followed closely over the years. Their perspectives offer a real-time snapshot of what's at stake. On the podcast with us is Robbie Fitzpatrick, of Fitzpatrick Gallery, a dealer who has operated galleries in Los Angeles and Paris, and who recently decided to take his gallery program nomadic. Robbie also founded Art Basel Social Club in 2022, an annual event that has become a defiant and central alternative during the week in Basel. This year, the edition is bigger than ever and takes place in a formidable location of a former bank in the center of the city. Kate is also joined by Lisa Offermann, founder of the gallery LC Queisser. Lisa opened the gallery in 2018 in Tbilisi, Georgia, and launched a second location in Cologne earlier this year. She's participated in several editions of Art Basel and is part of its newest sector, Premiere, this year. Freddie Powell, founder of Ginny on Frederick, is also on the show—Freddie opened in London in 2020. With a sharp program and quick ascent, the gallery is making its debut at Art Basel this year, in both Basel and in Paris in the fall.

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Today on Two Mikes, Dr. Michael Scheuer and Col. Mike are joined by Victorhugo, a seasoned American artist and geopolitical commentator currently based in Tbilisi, Georgia. In this no-holds-barred conversation, Victorhugo pulls back the globalist curtain, delivering a fearless critique of Israel's outsized influence and the undeniable pattern of elite Jewish-American involvement in dismantling Western civilization from within. From Mao's revolution to the corruption of Congress, abortion culture, and the Marxist rot in academia, Victorhugo lays out a hard-hitting timeline of subversion that connects the dots the mainstream refuses to touch. A raw, unfiltered deep dive into the uncomfortable truths hiding in plain sight.Make sure you follow Maverick Broadcasting Network on the following platforms:Pickax: https://pickax.com/maverickbroadcastingRumble: https://rumble.com/c/maverickbroadcastingSubstack: https://maverickbroadcasting.substack.comX: https://x.com/mavbroadcastnetMaverick Broadcasting Network benefits when you shop with the following companies:MY GOLD GUY - https://mygoldguy.comAs inflation surges and global elites toy with our financial future, My Gold Guy empowers you to safeguard your wealth with physical gold and silver – a real asset for real Americans. Get your FREE Gold & Silver Guide today, and mention that you were referred by Maverick Broadcasting Network.PREPPER ALL-NATURALS (code MBN) - https://freedomfirstbeef.comIn a world where global elites push lab-grown meat and insect-based diets, safeguard your family's health with Prepper All-Naturals' premium freeze-dried beef—100% American, mRNA-free, and boasting a 10-year shelf life. Use code MBN at checkout for a 25% discount and ensure your pantry is stocked with real, nutritious beef amid uncertain times.THE WELLNESS COMPANY (code MBN) - https://twc.health/mbnIn an era where government overreach threatens personal health choices, safeguard your autonomy with The Wellness Company's Medical Emergency Kit—featuring essential medications like Ivermectin and Amoxicillin. Use code MBN for 10% off and take control of your health today.SUPERMASSIVE BLACK COFFEE (code MBN) - https://supermassiveblackcoffee.comTired of the corporate sludge masquerading as coffee? Supermassive Black Coffee is your defiant alternative, roasting 100% organic beans with Victorian-era fire roasters to deliver a brew that's pure, bold, and breathtakingly smooth. Join the rebellion against mediocrity and savor the difference. Use promo code MBN for 20% off your order.

Independence Day, a failed meeting between Ivanishvili and the U.S. Ambassador, the resignation of the Minister of Internal Affairs, Russia's outrage over a Georgian artist's performance, a shooting in Tbilisi, and much more. Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok_georgia or Twitter @RorshokGeorgiaLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.The Intelligence Agency Report: https://armedservices.house.gov/uploadedfiles/2025_dia_statement_for_the_record.pdfShooting in Tbilisi: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1032354638868218We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

On today's episode we welcome architect and researcher Levan Asabashvili to discuss the emergence and development of public housing in the Georgian SSR and what happened to Georgia's housing stock after the collapse of the Soviet Union. We also explore how Soviet-wide architectural trends in different periods (early Soviet, Stalinist, post-World War 2) manifested in the Georgian SSR and how architecture aligned with ideology, economics and nationhood, with special attention to housing in the Georgian case. We also discuss the role housing played in the emergence of the Soviet middle classes in the late Soviet period and the implications this had for the Soviet Union's collapse. Throughout the discussion, references are made to images of buildings, all of which can be found here:https://georgiaphotophiles.wordpress.com/2013/01/26/tbilisi-public-architecture-timeline/Levan Asabashvili is an architect and researcher based in Tbilisi. He studied architecture at the Tbilisi State Academy of Arts and later at Delft University of Technology. Levan is a co-founder of Urban Reactor, a collective focused on exploring the built environment, and has been involved in establishing the Georgian branch of do.co.mo.mo, an international organization dedicated to documenting and preserving modernist architecture. He also works with Architecture Workshop on design projects and is currently pursuing a PhD at Georgian Technical University, where his research focuses on Soviet architecture and the social, political, and economic factors that have shaped architectural movements.Read Levan's article "AT THE ROOTS OF POST-SOVIET ARCHITECTURE" here: https://danarti.org/en/article/at-the-roots-of-post-soviet-architecture---levan-asabashvili/10

 About Yurii KovryzhenkoYurii Kovryzhenko is an acclaimed Ukrainian chef, known for his unique ability to blend artistry with gastronomy. A former professional sculptor, he turned to the culinary world during the global financial crisis and has since become a celebrated figure in modern cuisine. As the head chef at YOY Neo Bistro and a global ambassador for Ukrainian food, Yurii has trained at top culinary institutions across Europe and earned recognition from the Michelin Guide for his innovative creations. With restaurants in Seoul, Tbilisi, London, and The Seychelles, his work emphasizes sustainability, molecular gastronomy, and culinary diplomacy—bringing Ukrainian flavours to tables around the world.About this EpisodeIn this episode, Yurii Kovryzhenko shares his extraordinary journey from sculptor to chef and how a life-altering decision during the 2008 financial crisis led him to a Buddhist monastery in France—and ultimately, the kitchen. He recounts how starting from the bottom as a commis in a French restaurant shaped his perspective and how the principles of Zen Buddhism, especially attentiveness, continue to guide his culinary approach today.Yurii discusses his formal training in top culinary schools across France, Spain, and Italy, and how mastering techniques allowed him to become a true creator in the kitchen. Passionate about Ukrainian cuisine, he talks about modernizing traditional dishes using global techniques while preserving their soul. From molecular borscht to his dedication to sustainability and the Slow Food movement, Yurii gives listeners a taste of how food can be art, heritage, and diplomacy all at once.He also opens up about his role in promoting culinary diplomacy for Ukraine, the impact of using local produce in international kitchens, and the lessons he learned from a failed restaurant venture in London. Whether it's feeding his guinea pigs or transforming tomato skins into gourmet chips, Yurii's story is a masterclass in resilience, creativity, and purpose-driven cooking.Quotes1:43 - I lost everything during the financial crisis in 2008. I was bankrupt and searching for a new path when I found myself in a Buddhist monastery in France.2:40 - I started in the kitchen from the lowest level—cleaning greens and peeling potatoes—but that was the moment I realized it was the best place in the world.3:40 - The main idea of Zen Buddhism is attention. Even when you chop an onion, you must be fully present—to avoid cutting yourself and to honor the ingredient.6:01 - Kitchen is not just art; it's a system. The head chef is a manager who understands techniques and chemistry, not just someone who follows recipes.8:01 - Ukrainian food is my foundation. I preserve the flavor but modernize the shape and presentation to connect with global guests.9:04 - My mission is to make people from other nations fall in love with Ukrainian food by blending familiar local tastes with Ukrainian recipes.10:41 - I always use local and seasonal products because they carry more flavor and allow me to connect with people through familiar tastes.12:18 - The slow food movement started as a protest against fast food like McDonald's—championing local ingredients and culinary traditions instead.14:40 - Molecular gastronomy is not about trends—it's about preserving taste and flavor while transforming the shape to surprise and delight.16:54 - Food goes straight to the heart. Culinary diplomacy can be more powerful than words when it comes to building bridges between nations.18:52 - DuThe Matrix Green Pill Podcast: https://thematrixgreenpill.com/Please review us: https://g.page/r/CS8IW35GvlraEAI/review

Kancheli is a Georgian producer and a resident DJ at Bassiani who has been crucial in shaping the country's club culture, going on to become one of the most popular DJs in his hometown Tbilisi, headlining many major festivals in Georgia and performing at the industry's most respected venues such as Berghain, Robert Johnson, Shelter, Dimensions and CTM Festival. Behind the decks, Kancheli is capable of conjuring up the kind of magic that can only come from a 10+ year residency at one of electronic music's finest institutions, with this exceptional mix another fine example of his intricate sonic sorcery and mind-controlling incantations. Follow: https://soundcloud.com/kancheli https://www.instagram.com/dj_kancheli/ https://www.facebook.com/djkancheli Monument x Carbon Carbon is a new music platform designed by and for fans of electronic music. Carbon's goal is to provide a more convenient platform to discover new and relevant content while improving revenues artists and labels can earn from streaming. Visit: urlr.me/mNtbwu

French-born, Tbilisi-based Ina Kacz is a DJ and producer whose vision far exceeds the limitations of a genre, including one as multi-faceted as techno. Her shape-shifting sets span a wide spectrum of styles and sub-divisions, flourishing somewhere at the junction of acid-drenched cycloramas, chiselled ambient breaks, twilight dubs and chrome-coated industrialism. With her exquisitely fine touch and impeccable understanding of the groove, the French artist pulls out a two-hour jaunt into her pulsating headspace, packed to the rafters with streamlined style collision, inch-perfectly engineered plot twists and hair-raising momentums. 

Iată motivul pentru care a propus un armistițiu de trei zile în apropierea sărbătorii dedicate zilei victoriei în cel de-al doilea război mondial. Presa ucraineană vorbește despre o propunere manipulatoare menită să asigure liniștea unui act ritual – o nouă paradă dedicată cultului necrofil dezvoltat de ruși în legătură cu această zi. „În ajunul tradiționalei isterii victorioase care are loc în fiecare an în Rusia pentru a comemora sfârșitul celui de-al Doilea Război Mondial, Kremlinul a anunțat un armistițiu de trei zile în Ucraina. Ucraina a respins însă această propunere manipulatoare, amintind că baza unei diplomații autentice nu poate fi decât un armistițiu imediat și fiabil, care să dureze cel puțin 30 de zile,” citim în unian.ua.Jurnaliștii ucraineni spun că doar rușii beneficiază de propunerea lui Putin.„De fapt, Rusia a construit un cult pseudo-religios necrofil în preajma celui de-al Doilea Război Mondial. Prin urmare, conform planului conducerii dictatoriale ruse, pe 9 mai ar trebui să aibă loc un act sacru, un ritual – (adică, n.r.) o paradă în Piața Roșie. Și este extrem de important pentru ruși ca în niciun caz dronele ucrainene să nu participe la această paradă. Pentru că ar putea foarte bine să aterizeze în fața Kremlinului,” mai scrie Unian.Publicația adaugă: „Rușii știu foarte bine că apărarea lor antiaeriană nu este capabilă să le garanteze securitatea, nici măcar în capitală. Dar chiar dacă s-ar putea conta pe apărarea aeriană rusească, o simplă alertă de apărare aeriană în mijlocul unei parade și necesitatea de a-l ascunde pe Vladimir Putin însuși și pe toți oaspeții săi străini undeva într-un adăpost ar fi neplăcută pentru Federația Rusă.”„Mai mult, o anulare a paradei i-ar demoraliza foarte mult pe ruși înșiși. Situația din Federația Rusă nu este deloc aceeași ca acum doi ani sau chiar acum un an. Dacă la vremea respectivă existau mulți voluntari care stăteau la coadă la birourile de recrutare militară pentru a semna un contract, astăzi mobilizarea este problematică.”Ucraina va fi reprezentată la Eurovizion de grupul Ziferblat„Artiștii ucraineni au reușit întotdeauna să se califice în finala Eurovision, însă râvnita victorie a fost obținută doar de trei ori,” relatează tot unian.ua.„Cântăreții ucraineni au impresionat adesea cu talentul  vocal pe scena internațională, cucerind mii de fani din întreaga Europă. Au ajuns pe podium de mai multe ori, dar doar trei artiști ucraineni au câștigat primul loc.” Aceeași performanță a fost egalată de Suedia.Prima apariție a Ucrainei la Eurovision a fost în 2003, iar în anul următor țara a obținut prima sa victorie.Anul acesta evenimentul va începe pe 13 mai, iar Ucraina va fi reprezentată de grupul Ziferblat.Partidul aflat la putere în Georgia acuză UE de șantajVisul Georgian răspunde cu ultimatumuri la declarațiile comisarului european pentru extindere, Marta Kos, privind posibila reluare a dialogului cu Tbilisi. Ce își dorește „Visul Georgian” și ce măsuri se discută la Bruxelles pentru a „readuce Tbilisi pe calea europeană”?Iată un subiect din radiotavisupleba.ge, Europa Liberă în limba georgiană.Într-un interviu acordat publicației, Marta Kos enumeră deciziile pe care le-ar putea lua Uniunea dacă Georgia nu respectă angajamentele luate din postura de candidat la Uniunea Europeană. Proteste masive au loc în țară de anul trecut, opoziția nerecunoscând rezultatul alegerilor legislative. Partidul aflat la putere, Visul Georgian a format singur parlamentul, opoziția refuzând să preia mandatele. Suspendarea călătoriilor fără vize în UE și înghețarea statutului de candidat, sunt două dintre măsurile pe care le-ar putea lua Bruxellesul pentru a conducerea de la Tbilisi.Visul georgian răspunde Uniunii cu un ultimatum: „Limbajul șantajului” - așa numește controversata președintă a Parlamentului, Chalva Papuashvili, pârghiile de presiune enumerate de comisarul european. În ultima vreme, acesta nu a ezitat să critice Bruxelles-ul acuzând că în Uniunea Europeană „există partidul războiului mondial, alias (Deep State, n.r.) Statul Profund”.Papuashvili susține că finanțează „propaganda violenței și discursul instigator la ură în Georgia.”  La fel ca noua administrație americană, UE ar trebui să denunțe „practicile dăunătoare în utilizarea ajutorului extern” și să examineze critic „modul în care banii UE au fost implicați în finanțarea diverselor procese dăunătoare din alte țări, inclusiv din Georgia.”Controversatul președinte al Parlamentului spune că se confruntă cu Bruxelles-ul în numele „poporului georgian,” adaugă publicația.R.Moldova ia măsuri împotriva profesorilor care răspândesc propagandă ruseascăProfesorii din Republica Moldova nu vor mai putea colabora cu organizații care subminează suveranitatea și securitatea statului, potrivit unor modificări propuse la Codul de etică al cadrului didactic, citate de diez.md. Acestea se află în consultare publică până pe 9 mai. Proiectul mai prevede interzicerea manifestărilor extremiste, xenofobe și a implicării în organizații sancționate de Uniunea Europeană.În data de 2 mai, ministrul educației și cercetării, Dan Perciun, a anunțat că tot mai muți profesori din unele regiuni ale Republicii Moldova merg la instruiri în Federația Rusă. Aceste întâlniri sunt organizate prin intermediul organizației Evrazia – aflată sub sancțiuni în Uniunea Europeană pentru subminarea independenței Republicii Moldova și afiliată cu oligarhul condamnat Ilan Șor.Acolo sunt reiterate narativele promovate de Federația Rusă la nivel global și, în special, în regiuni. Au participat la Revista Presei Europa Plus:Salome MIKADZE,  GéorgiaValeriia SEREDENKO, UcrainaInna SEREDIUK, UcrainaKateryna MAZUR, UcrainaMadalina RUJANSCHI, Moldavie

A massive fire in Tbilisi, the EPP's request for sanctions, the ex-Prime Minister's retirement from politics, a crypto mining boom, a protest march on International Workers' Day, and much more! Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok_georgia or Twitter @RorshokGeorgiaLike what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.ACTR's survey:https://actresearch-global.com/en/the-population-of-georgia-is-expecting-an-economic-crisis/Download an episode as an .mp3 file: https://rorshok.com/updates/georgia/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

39 people, including 30 men, 4 women and 5 children were deported from Ireland last night on a chartered flight that landed in the Georgian capital Tbilisi this morning. This is the second chartered flight deporting people back to Georgia this year.Michael McNamara, Independent MEP for Ireland's South constituency, is critical of this decision by Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan and has asked the Minister to think of the economic realities, and give Georgian asylum seekers work permits and visas. He joins Kieran to discuss.

In the first half, I consider the latest twists in the saga of the US-pushed 'ceasefire' plan. Has Trump has an epiphany in the Vatican, or will Kyiv still face a choice of evils?In the second, I draw a line between the gunning down of a mobster in Tbilisi with the twilight of Putinism, through leaking roofs and the likelihood of mob wars.The podcast's corporate partner and sponsor is Conducttr, which provides software for innovative and immersive crisis exercises in hybrid warfare, counter-terrorism, civil affairs and similar situations.You can also follow my blog, In Moscow's Shadows, and become one of the podcast's supporting Patrons and gain question-asking rights and access to exclusive extra materials including the (almost-) weekly Govorit Moskva news briefing right here. Support the show

In this powerful episode of The Authority Company podcast, Joe Pardavila sits down with Tamar Gakharia, author of The Blitz: A Georgian Daughter's Rise as a CFO in the Post-Soviet Era. Tamar shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in the shadow of the Soviet Union's collapse to becoming a top CFO in Georgia. She recounts the harrowing struggles her family endured—surviving without basic utilities, navigating war, and rebuilding their nation brick by brick. Tamar reflects on the profound influence of her grandfather Konstantine, who instilled in her resilience, creativity, and the courage to defy societal norms. She also opens up about her tumultuous marriage, the challenges of being a woman in finance, and how she carved her path in a male-dominated industry. Through it all, her love for Georgia and her dedication to her daughter shine as driving forces behind her success. This conversation is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, the power of perseverance, and the importance of fighting for your dreams—no matter the obstacles. Tune in for an inspiring story of survival, leadership, and unwavering hope.TAMAR GAKHARIA is the Chief Financial Officer of CBS Group, one of the largest holding companies in the Republic of Georgia. Born during the collapse of the Soviet Union, Tamar grew up in a nation undergoing profound transformation. She graduated with honors from a local university and began her career at the Bank of Georgia, where she held numerous positions and honed her financial expertise. Her success at the bank led her to CBS Group, where she oversees the company's diverse holdings in sectors such as finance, real estate, and energy. Tamar resides in Tbilisi with her two children.

In EVN Report's news roundup for the week of March April 18: Baku ramps up so-called “Zangezur Corridor” rhetoric; Armenian and Azerbaijani diplomats meet in Ankara and Tbilisi; Pashinyan continues to push peace agenda, and Vardan Ghukasyan reclaims Gyumri mayoralty.

BLNDFLD is part of a new wave of artists giving deep techno a more textured, introspective edge. Hailing from Tbilisi and co-running Spira Records, he's been quietly building a reputation through releases on labels like Bahn, Circular Limited, and Indefinite Pitch. His sound is patient and immersive, built on subtle shifts, rich atmospheres, and grooves that pull you in rather than push. Whether he's behind the decks at Bassiani or Laut in Barcelona, there's a consistent thread: a focus on flow, mood, and storytelling that runs deeper than just the tracklist. His mix for "Delayed with…" fits that ethos perfectly. It's smooth, layered, and full of movement, balancing broken tribal rhythms with dubby textures and just enough melody to keep things bright. There's a kind of quiet confidence in how it unfolds, like it knows exactly where it's going without rushing to get there. It feels made for those first warm days of spring - windows down, sun out, maybe a rooftop gathering in full swing. If you're looking for a mix that hits that sweet spot between deep listening and casual vibe, this one's got you covered. https://soundcloud.com/blndfld https://www.instagram.com/blindfold_____/ https://blindfld.bandcamp.com Follow us on social media: https://soundcloud.com/itsdelayed https://linktr.ee/delayed https://www.delayed.nyc https://www.facebook.com/itsdelayed https://www.instagram.com/_____delayed https://www.youtube.com/@_____delayed Contact us: info@delayed.nyc

At just 17 years and eight months, Mamadou Sakho became Paris Saint Germain - and Ligue 1's - youngest ever captain. A move to Liverpool followed where he would earn the nickname ‘The Killer'. Now plying his trade in Tbilisi, Georgia while managing a successful property business, Sakho joins John Obi Mikel to look back on his nomadic career. The no-nonsense defender gives his verdict on Steven Gerrard's infamous slip. Did it cost Liverpool the title? Who was his toughest opponent and what is Zlatan Ibrahimovic like as a team-mate? Sakho also has a message for Kylian Mbappé and outlines why he's never, EVER allowed to utter the words ‘Manchester United.' Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Faranak Amidi visits three places in Tbilisi, Georgia to find out more about its history and what's behind the current political turmoil in the country. The Parliament building has been the site of the recent protests, where people have been gathering for more than 100 days. The ‘Dezerter bazar' was said to be founded by deserters from the Czar's army, who came there to sell their equipment over 100 years ago. Now it's the biggest farmers market in Tbilisi. The history of the sulphur baths date back to the 5th century and Georgians have been coming here for generations to relax. With Nina Akhmeteli, Rayhan Demytrie and Maka Dzneladze. Presented by Faranak Amidi Produced by Hannah Dean and Caroline Ferguson(Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich.)

Georgia finds itself in political turmoil. For decades many Georgians have longed to be a part of the EU, feeling that their values align more closely than they do with neighbours such as Russia and Turkey. But the goverment, led by the conservative Georgian Dream party, has suspended talks to join the EU, in a move that critics say is kowtowing to Russia. Protests have been going on every day since November 2024. Journalists are left to navigate this complex picture as the country finds itself at a crucial moment, reckoning with its past relationship with Russia and its potential future relationship with Europe. BBC's Nina Akhmeteli, Rayhan Demytrie and Maka Dzneladze all live and work in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. They discuss the current political situation and its cultural and historical backdrop.Presented by Feranak Amidi. Produced by Caroline Ferguson and Hannah Dean.(Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich.)

On November 28, Georgia Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced that he was suspending Georgia's accession process to the European Union. In the weeks since, thousands of protestors have demonstrated in the capital city, Tbilisi, and across the country. Lawfare Associate Editor for Communications Anna Hickey sat down with Dr. Beka Kobakhidze, Professor and Co-chair of MA Program in Modern History of Georgia at Ilia State University, to discuss the protests, Russia's growing influence in the country and the broader region, and the violence the government has used to crack down on the protests.To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.