The Global Current

Pressure on the Peninsula: North Korean Missile Tests

North Korea is back in the news as it conducts fresh ballistic missile tests. The U.S. and its Asian allies like Japan and South Korea see the threat posed by a nuclear-armed North Korea; President Biden has already declared his intention not to meet with the North's leader, Kim Jong-Un. While the Trump administration tried to revive stalled nuclear weapons talks, they collapsed again in 2019, leaving few open diplomatic options.

Today, join the Global Current as analysts Harshana Ghoorhoo and Jackie Ballard dissect the new missile tests, their impact on regional security, and how the West and other nations plan to address the crisis. Beforehand, New Briefer Annie Hebel informs us of other pressing news headlines from around the globe. 

This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang, Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon and Joaquin Matamis, Host - Eric Bunce, Technical Producer - Joel Moran. Keep it current with us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent!

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Deep Dive: The Yemen Civil War

The Yemen conflict rages on as fighting continues between the Saudi-led coalition and the rebel group known as the Houthis. The more than seven-year-long war created the world's worst humanitarian crisis in which Yemeni civilians face famine, threats of physical violence, and a non-existent economy. 

 

Join the Global Current today for the inaugural episode of our Deep Dive series, which brings together experts from the Seton Hall community to dissect a global issue. On this episode, we welcome Dr. Joseph Huddleston, an assistant professor at the School of Diplomacy specializing in separatist diplomacy, and Professor David Wood, a professor of practice who has worked in Yemen and other conflict zones around the world. 

 

This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang, Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon and Joaquin Matamis, Host - Eric Bunce, Technical Producer - Joel Moran. Keep it current with us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent!

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Big Tech Trouble: Australia’s New Social Media Law

American technology giants like Facebook and Google wield immense influence over the information we consume. Australia, in an effort to regulate these companies, recently passed a law requiring social media and search engine platforms to compensate news organizations for using their content. Facebook retaliated swiftly and instituted a five-day-long ban on news sources from Australia, but eventually agreed to strike deals to pay news providers. 

 

Today, tune in to the Current as analysts Daniela Maquera and Chimdi Chukwukere discuss the domestic and international implications of the new law, the relationship between governments and big tech, and how these events may affect future policies on regulating social media. Before our discussion, News Briefer Shweta Parthasarathy updates us on pressing news from around the world. 

 

This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Jarrett Dang, Associate Producers Jasmine DeLeon and Joaquin Matamis, Host Eric Bunce, Technical Producer Joel Moran, Assistant Technical Producer Jason Maryeski. Keep it current with us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent!

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Ten Years Later: The Syrian Refugee Crisis

As the world marks the tenth year of the Syrian Civil War, refugees displaced by the conflict see no relief in sight as fighting continues. The decade-long war has destroyed most of Syria's infrastructure, while continued threats of terrorism, food insecurity, and government repression make it impossible for many to return. 

Today, join the Global Current as Analysts Hamzah Khan and Liam Brucker-Casey as we recap the conflict, analyze the current situation, and explore implications for the future of the crisis. Before our discussion, News Briefer Kasia Kostraba updates us on pressing news around the world.

This episode was brought to you thanks to:

Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang,

Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon, Joaquin Matamis,

Host - Eric Bunce,

Technical Producers - Brittney Segura, Joel Moran,

Assistant Technical Producer - Jason Maryeski      

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Investigating Israel: ICC War Crimes Probe Targets Palestine Conflict

The International Criminal Court has opened a preliminary probe into war crimes committed during the Israel-Palestine conflict. Israel, which is not a party to the Rome Statute that governs the court, has denied all allegations and called on allies to reject the investigation. Meanwhile, many human rights observers are celebrating the move, saying that Israel is being held accountable for crimes committed during its occupation of Palestine.

Today, join the Global Current as Analysts Annie Hebel and Jackie Ballard break down the investigation, its supporters and detractors, and what it means for Israel and its allies. Before our discussion, News Briefer Daniela Maquera updates us on pressing news around the world.

This episode was brought to you thanks to:

Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang,

Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon, Joaquin Matamis,

Host - Eric Bunce,

Technical Producers - Brittney Segura, Joel Moran,

Assistant Technical Producer - Jason Maryeski      

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Prince Under Fire: The Jamal Khashoggi Report

Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's 35-year-old Crown Prince and de facto ruler, has long been suspected of orchestrating the 2018 murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a journalist critical of the prince. Now, with the release of an unclassified U.S. intelligence report directly linking Salman to the killing, calls are growing for U.S. President Joe Biden and other nations to break ties with the prince altogether. 

Today, join the Global Current as Analysts Daniela Maquera Sardon and Drew Starbuck break down the killing, discuss what to make of the new report, and speculate on how it will affect broader U.S.-Saudi relations. Before our discussion, News Briefer Andrea Hebel updates us on pressing news around the world.

 

This episode was brought to you thanks to:

Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang,

Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon, Joaquin Matamis,

Host - Joaquin Matamis,

Technical Producers - Brittney Segura, Joel Moran,

Assistant Technical Producer - Jason Maryeski      

 

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Ticking Atomic Bomb: The Iran Nuclear Deal

U.S.-Iran relations are back in the spotlight amid signals by the Biden administration that it is willing to rejoin the Iran Nuclear Deal. However, both sides have yet to open formal talks even as Iran is set to elect a new president - one who may be less willing to cut a deal.

Today, join the Global Current as Analysts Liam Brucker-Casey and Mark Gorman break down the current state of the deal, the stakes for each side, and potential options for the Biden administration and the Islamic Republic. Before our discussion, News Briefer Shweta Parthasarathy updates us on pressing news around the world. 

 

This episode was brought to you thanks to:

Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang

Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon, Joaquin Matamis

Host - Valentina Orejarena

Technical Producers - Brittney Segura, Joel Moran

Assistant Technical Producer - Jason Maryeski

 

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Protesting Putin: Alexei Navalny’s Arrest

President Vladimir Putin has held an iron grip on Russian politics for the past two decades. However, the recent arrest of Alexei Navalny, the Kremlin's fiercest critic, has sparked new mass protests against the government. Today, join the Global Current as Analysts Kasia Kostraba and Jackie Ballard break down the current state of Russian politics, the protesters' demands, and international implications of Russian upheaval. Before our discussion, News Briefer Shweta Parthasarathy updates us on pressing news around the world. 

This episode was brought to you thanks to:

Executive Producer - Jarrett Dang

Associate Producers - Jasmine DeLeon, Joaquin Matamis

Host - Valentina Orejarena

Technical Producers - Brittney Segura, Joel Moran

Assistant Technical Producer - Jason Maryeski

Keep it current with us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent!

 

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Exploring the U.S. Capitol Riots: Terrorism, Technology, and Propaganda

When pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol building on January 6th, Americans and people around the world were stunned. Today, tune in to Global Current as we bring you a special episode breaking down the riots through the lenses of terrorism, technology, and propaganda. Guests featured in this episode are Dr. Joseph Huddleston, a Diplomacy professor and terrorism expert, Dr. James Kimble, a Communications professor and propaganda expert, and Professor John Shannon, J.D., a Legal Studies professor and technology expert. This episode is brought to you thanks to; Executive Producer- Jarrett Dang Associate Producer- Joaquin Matamis, Jasmine DeLeon Technical Producer- Brittney Segura Associate Tech Producer- Jason Maryeski Hostess- Valentina Orejarera Love the Current? Catch us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent

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The U.S. Presidential Election: Will a Biden Administration Change U.S. Foreign Policy?

Just a few short weeks ago, the United States citizens elected Presidential candidate Joe Biden over the current administration. Today, tune in to the Global Current's last podcast of the semester to see the implications a Biden presidency may have on US Foreign policy. Analysts Jackie Ballard and Eric Bunce discuss what the administration may do on domestic issues and expand the discussion on how the Biden administration might handle relations with China, Russia, Iran, Turkey, and North Korea. As we compare the current administration's foreign policy with that of the newly elected administration, you don't want to miss today's episode. This episode is brought to you thanks to; Executive Producer- Bella Fisher Associate Producer- Jarrett Dang Technical Producer- Brittney Segura Associate Tech Producer- Jason Maryeski Interview Producer- Tien Phan Hostess- Valentina Orejarera Love the Current? Catch us on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent

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