As birth rates decline and life expectancies increase, some regions are now experiencing a net decrease in population, leaving us to question whether that's good or bad for the world. Stephanie Feldstein of the Center for Biological Diversity and John Ibbitson, author of the Empty Planet unravel the layers of this population paradox and its implications on society, the global economy, and the environment. Reading List: Population Decline Will Change the World for the Better , Stephanie Feldstein...
Aug 03, 2023•30 min
As stakes rise and tensions mount between the United States and China, the future of Taiwan hangs in the balance. With a pivotal presidential election on the horizon, what are the implications for Taiwanese policy, its alignment with the US, and the risk of war with China? Sam Houston State University's Dennis Weng and New Bloom Magazine 's Brian Hioe join Deep Dish to offer a glimpse into the uncertain future of the region. Tune into last week's episode for part one of this conversation where D...
Jul 27, 2023•38 min
As tensions escalate between Taiwan and China, should Washington back Taiwan through increased militarily deterrence or prioritize reassurance and diplomacy with China? Quincy Institute's Michael Swaine and the Council on Foreign Relations' David Sacks debate the growing policymaker consensus for US military support to deter a Chinese attack, while considering dissenting views that prioritize political solutions for China-Taiwan unification from the US standpoint. Tune in next week for part two ...
Jul 20, 2023•44 min
What is the secret to Costa Rica's exceptional success as a politically stable and environmentally sustainable nation? While other countries in Central America struggle with political upheaval, violence, corruption, and extreme poverty, Costa Rica has become a global example of success with robust institutions, visionary policies, and a thriving eco-tourism industry. The Atlantic Council's María Fernanda Bozmoski joins Deep Dish to discuss the reasons for Costa Rica's achievements, explore lesso...
Jul 13, 2023•29 min
While the world closely followed the fate of five privileged men who went missing aboard a Titanic-bound submersible, a fishing boat crowded with migrants traveling from Libya sank in Greek waters. This upped the number of migrants who have died trying to reach Europe by sea this year to nearly 2,000. Award-winning journalist Sally Hayden joins Deep Dish to shed light on the underreported crisis of migrant treatment, the heartbreaking stories of those traveling on the world's deadliest migration...
Jul 06, 2023•23 min
Haiti marks the two-year anniversary of President Jovenel Moïse's assassination. On Deep Dish , we unravel the intricate dynamics that make Haiti's path to stability so challenging. Haitian journalist Monique Clesca and the International Crisis Group's Renata Segura offer their perspectives on the complexities of the situation and explore pathways on Haiti's struggle for a brighter future.
Jun 29, 2023•30 min
With Uganda's recent passage of an extreme anti-LGBTQ law, Deep Dish explores the external influences, particularly US evangelical groups, that have intensified discrimination in Uganda and beyond. Ugandan journalist Lydia Namubiru unravels the historical context and societal factors behind this pressing issue. And Minority Africa's Caleb Okereke sheds light on the experiences and challenges faced by LGBTQ communities in Uganda and elsewhere on the continent. Reading List: The Unholy Relationshi...
Jun 22, 2023•26 min
Why is the relationship between the West and the Global South failing and what can be done? Stimson Center's Aude Darnal challenges the dominant focus on great power competition and highlights why this approach fails to foster meaningful, mutually beneficial relations. Discover why redefining this lens is essential for the United States, the Global South, and the world.
Jun 15, 2023•25 min
What role do international partners like the United States play in shaping Sudan's transitional path forward? Deep Dish explores the need for a new approach to conflict resolution that prioritizes civilian interests, joined by Jacqueline Burns, former advisor to the US Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan, and Peter Biar Ajak of the Belfer Center. They question traditional methods and uncover alternative strategies for constructive international engagement to secure a peaceful future for Suda...
Jun 08, 2023•39 min
Artificial intelligence raises increasingly grim concerns among experts. Are our digital spaces truly safe for democracy? On Deep Dish , the Alliance for Securing Democracy's Laura Rosenberger and Stanford University's Jacob Helberg discuss digital interference, misinformation, and data privacy within the lens of geopolitics. [This episode originally aired August 13, 2020] Reading List: Silicon Valley Can't Be Neutral in the US China Cold War , Jacob Helberg, Foreign Policy , June 22, 2020 Makin...
Jun 01, 2023•46 min
Nearly one in every four children worldwide is affected by malnutrition. Roger Thurow, senior fellow and author of The First 1,000 Days , joins Deep Dish to explore the impact of good nutrition for mothers and children. He provides ten-year updates on the communities in India, Uganda, and Guatemala featured in his book, explores the importance of good nutrition on growth and development, and considers the vital question: what might a child have accomplished for all of us were they not malnourish...
May 25, 2023•34 min
Netflix's hit show "The Diplomat" brings real-world diplomacy to the spotlight. On Deep Dish , Executive Producer of Madam Secretary David Grae and career diplomat Maryum Saifee examine the show's portrayal of diplomats, the importance of sharing these stories in pop culture, and the significance of the State Department finally going to Hollywood. Reading List: Transforming State: Pathways to a More Just, Equitable, and Innovative Institution , Truman Center, March 2021 US Embassy in UK fact-che...
May 18, 2023•33 min
While the West focuses on Ukraine's counteroffensive, the stakes look very different inside Kyiv. Fresh from a visit to the capitol city, Council President Ivo Daalder joins former Ukrainian diplomat Iuliia Osmolovska to share Ukrainians' focus on the long term: integration with the West, consequences of the war, and what comes after.
May 11, 2023•28 min
Since its launch three years ago, The Continent has become the most widely distributed newspaper in Africa. Issued via WhatsApp, The Continent tells stories "by Africans, for Africans," and reveals just how different African news looks when the people living it are the ones writing the stories. Editor-in-Chief Simon Allison joins us on Deep Dish to talk about shaping this new outlet, and Brian discusses what he learned during his month-long trip to Africa, including what US news consumers often ...
May 04, 2023•29 min
President Biden hosted South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol at his second-ever state dinner as part of the US strategy to get the strained South Korea-Japan relationship back on track. On Deep Dish , US Institute of Peace's Frank Aum and the Wilson Center's Shihoko Goto explore the reasons for the recurring ruptures over history, why the US cares, and the implications for geopolitics in Asia.
Apr 27, 2023•35 min
On Deep Dish , we explore whether the Biden administration has followed through on its promises to prioritize human rights in US foreign policy and whether recent events like the release of the annual human rights report and the Democracies Summit provide any hints about how effective they have been. Join experts Steven Feldstein and Sarah Yager as they evaluate the administration's progress and unpack ways the United States can do better abroad. Reading List: 2022 Country Reports on Human Right...
Apr 20, 2023•31 min
The ICC has dubbed Vladimir Putin personally responsible for the abductions of children from Ukraine. While the world focuses on Putin's prospects, Deep Dish dives into the underlying issue: accountability, justice, and protection of the most vulnerable victims of war. Experts Nathaniel Raymond and Kathryn Sikkink unpack the tragic reality of child abductions during times of conflict, how the indictments might affect these Ukrainian children, and whether this could truly deter child abductions i...
Apr 13, 2023•41 min
Deep Dish is back after a brief break with a new theme song and some exciting news: occasional host Lizzy Shackelford is joining as an official co-host. To celebrate, Brian and Lizzy talk to each other and give you a chance to get to know them more personally. From what led them to a career grappling with global affairs to their hobbies and interests, we're exploring it all. Tune in to meet the hosts who bring you Deep Dish each week and get ready for a few surprises along the way! Related Deep ...
Apr 06, 2023•28 min
Around the world, authoritarianism is rising, and women's rights are declining—and it's not a coincidence that's happening at the same time. On Deep Dish , we revisit a conversation with Valerie Hudson and Zoe Marks to explain how sexism undermines national security, why autocrats are afraid of women, and why progress on gender equality is essential for stability, democracy, and prosperity. [This episode originally aired on March 10, 2022] Reading List: What You Do to Your Women, You Do to Your ...
Mar 30, 2023•34 min
Today, TikTok CEO Shou Chew testified before Congress in light of the Biden administration's threat to ban the social media app over concerns that it poses a threat to national security. On Deep Dish , we're revisiting our conversation with author Aynne Kokas who explains why China has been so effective at collecting and "trafficking" the data of citizens, and how this data could give them a geopolitical advantage. Plus, we hear from data privacy attorneys on the state of regulation protecting u...
Mar 23, 2023•31 min
On Deep Dish , we're revisiting our conversation about the world of espionage and the secrets of intelligence gathering with Amy Zegart, author of Spies, Lies, and Algorithms. As new technology continues to disrupt all aspects of our lives, Zegart explains how these innovations are changing espionage and why spy myths perpetuated by Hollywood often get in the way of understanding threats. [This episode originally aired: March 24, 2022] Related Content: Spies, Lies, and Algorithms: The History an...
Mar 16, 2023•37 min
Since Mahsa Amini's death in Iranian custody last September, protesters—many women and Gen Z activists—have demanded greater freedom, including an end to the mandatory hijab. Narges Bajoghli of Johns Hopkins University and women of the Iranian diaspora join Deep Dish to explore Iran's ongoing protests, their significance for the global women's movement, and the push for gender equality.
Mar 09, 2023•35 min
Mexico's President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's recent moves to undermine the country's National Electoral Institute have sparked massive pro-democracy protests and stoked fears that the country is backsliding into authoritarianism. On Deep Dish , Denise Dresser, Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, and Guillermo Trejo, Notre Dame and Kellogg Institue, discuss Mexico's future and why everyone should care that the country's elites are weakening and dismantling democratic systems. Reading Li...
Mar 02, 2023•42 min
One year ago, Russia launched its brutal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, but perhaps the greatest surprise has been the emergence of one of the most significant wartime leaders of the 21st century. How did Volodymyr Zelensky become the guiding force we know today? On Deep Dish , Olga Onuch, author of "The Zelensky Effect," dives into the story of the ordinary Ukrainian who rose to command the global stage. Reading List: The Zelensky Effect , Olga Onuch and Henry E. Hale, Oxford University Pr...
Feb 23, 2023•34 min
In recent weeks, the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena sightings in North America have left many wondering whether US air defense systems are equipped to handle such threats. Ex-NORAD chief Scott Clancy and Carnegie Council's Arthur Holland Michel join Deep Dish to discuss how worried Americans should truly be. Reading List: The Chinese balloon is hardly alone in watching America from the sky , Arthur Holland Michel, Washington Post , February 3, 2023 If you're interested in learning more about defe...
Feb 16, 2023•36 min
About The Episode Globalization is said to have fused our economies, societies, and cultures—but what if our world is not as globalized as we think? On Deep Dish , Shannon O'Neil, author of "The Globalization Myth," argues that, in fact, regionalization has played a more key role in global economic competition, discussing the implications for the United States and the future of the world's economy. Like this episode? Leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts.
Feb 09, 2023•36 min
Israel's right-wing legislators have taken aim at the country's supreme court. Their proposal to overhaul and limit the judiciary has sparked mass protest and debate and could dramatically change the balance of power. Joining Deep Dish from Israel are Times of Israel journalist Tal Schneider and legal scholar Tamar Hostovsky Brandes to examine the judicial reform proposal, its potential impact on political checks and balance, and whether the nation's democracy is at risk....
Feb 02, 2023•46 min
Unrest & instability has surrounded Peruvian politics for the last seven years as six different presidents have taken office. Over the past month, anti-government protests have erupted, uniting disenfranchised Peruvians who are demanding that the newest president, Dina Boluarte, step down. Reporting from Peru, Cynthia Sanborn and Ryan Dube explore what is driving the unrest, unpack Peru's unprecedented political instability and why democracy is at stake on Deep Dish . Reading List: Peru's Ov...
Jan 26, 2023•36 min
Brazilian authorities swiftly detained more than 1,500 pro-Bolsonaro rioters in connection with the January 8 attack on Brazil's capital and have charged dozens in recent days. Following the insurrection, what deeper challenges lie ahead for Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva? On Deep Dish , Sarah Esther Maslin and Ryan Berg unpack Brazil's response and what the future holds for one of the world's largest democracies. Reading List: A copycat insurrection in Brazil, and its troubling a...
Jan 20, 2023•38 min
This Friday, Japan's Prime Minister, Fumio Kishida will make his first visit to Washington, DC for a summit meeting with President Biden. On Deep Dish , Council on Foreign Relations' Sheila Smith and Hudson Institute's Masashi Murano explore what is behind Japan's new security vision, how the changes are viewed generationally by the Japanese public, and what this means for the future of the US-Japan security alliance to address rising threats from China. Reading List: How Japan Is Doubling Down ...
Jan 12, 2023•27 min
