The Global Current

The Boiling Strait: Chinese-Taiwan Tensions Escalate

Tensions between Taiwan and mainland China are escalating amid a new wave of Chinese military aggression. The political situation, which is mired in historical issues dating back to the Chinese Civil War, remains fragile as the United States ramps up its support for Taiwan while attempting to avoid conflict. Although it seemed unlikely just a year ago, some analysts are predicting a Chinese invasion of the island in the near future.

Join the Global Current today as we dissect the situation in the Taiwan Strait with Analysts Kristen McGuire and Drew Starbuck. Afterward, News Briefer Christopher Benitez-Cuartas recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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The Facebook Files: Internal Documents Leaked by Whistleblower Draws Criticism Worldwide

When former Facebook engineer Frances Haugen broke ranks and leaked a trove of internal company documents, the embattled social media giant found itself yet again in hot water and the public's disgrace. The documents reveal, among other things, awareness among Facebook leadership that its platform negatively impacts the mental health of some of its youngest users while being used to host hate speech and spread misinformation. The leak set off a firestorm, with many politicians and activists calling for new regulations and action from the company. 

Join the Global Current today as we dissect the leak and the public reaction with Analysts Jackie Ballard and Kasia Kostraba. Afterward, News Briefer Sydney Dyer recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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

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Opening the Box: Pandora Papers Expose Hidden Wealth of World Leaders

It's been a rough month for some kleptocrats. The Pandora Papers, a trove of documents released by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists this October, has revealed a huge network of connections between the world's rich and powerful and offshore money hiding institutions. Figures from the King of Jordan to the prime minister of the Czech Republic have been implicated in the leak. 

Join the Global Current today as we dissect the leak and its implications with Analysts Harshana Ghoorhoo and Andrea Hebel. Afterward, News Briefer Christopher Benitez-Cuartas recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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

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Expert Spotlight: Sean Mayberry

Sit down with Global Current for its inaugural expert interview conducted by Jackie Ballard.

Sean Mayberry is a former diplomat and social marketer who believes that treating depression in women in Africa is the most simple and cost-effective way to address systemic poverty. Sean implemented successful HIV/AIDS and malaria programs in Africa for years and saw firsthand how undetected, untreated depression negatively affected people’s lives.  As a result, in 2013, Sean founded StrongMinds, a social enterprise with the mission of improving the mental health of women in Africa.

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A New Prime Minister: Tunisia Installs New Government Amid Political Crisis

Tunisia, regarded by most experts to be the only successful democratic government to emerge from the Arab Spring, is in the midst of its worst post-revolution political crisis. The country's president, after dissolving Parliament and suspending the constitution, has appointed a new government featuring Tunisia's first female prime minister and a record number of women in government. 

Join the Global Current today as we dissect the crisis and the new government with Analysts Hamzah Khan and David Babigian. Afterward, News Briefer Kasia Kostraba recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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

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Germany‘s Elections: Into the Post-Merkel Era

For more than a decade and a half, Angela Merkel stood as a seminal leader in Europe who dealt with everything from the 2008 financial crisis to the Syrian refugee crisis. September's federal elections mark a sea change as Chancellor Merkel prepares to step down and hand over leadership. The results, which showed a win to the opposing Social Democratic Party, leaving the future of German politics uncertain. 

Join the Global Current today as we dissect the election's winners, losers, and unanswered questions with Analysts Sebastian Kopec and Liam Brucker-Casey. After, News Briefer Hamzah Khan recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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Under the Waves: France and the Australian Submarine Deal

An agreement to provide Australia with American-built nuclear submarines stole headlines when France, which had an existing submarine deal with Australia, recalled its ambassadors to both nations. The diplomatic spat caught American and Australian officials off-guard and sparked reactions around the globe, including some accusing President Biden of purposefully cutting out a key ally. The move also highlighted the context surrounding the deal: countering rising Chinese influence in the Asia-Pacific. 

Join the Global Current today as we discuss the deal and the outlook for U.S. diplomacy with Analysts Jackie Ballard and Drew Starbuck. After, News Briefer Annie Hebel recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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Palace Intrigue: The Haitian Presidential Assassination

This summer has seen Haiti wracked by a devastating earthquake and the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. In the ensuing political chaos, there has been no shortage of speculation and accusations on who orchestrated the killing. The situation in the western hemisphere's poorest nation raises longstanding questions of foreign intervention, corruption, and colonialism.

Join the Global Current today as we discuss the assassinations and its effects with Analysts Jackie Ballard and Drew Starbuck. After, News Briefer Annie Hebel recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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After the Fall: Taliban Gains Control of Afghanistan

After nearly 20 years of civil war and foreign intervention, the Taliban have regained control of Afghanistan. Observers from around the world were shocked at the speed of the takeover, sparking finger-pointing in the United States and fear among Afghans. While the Taliban has promised to be more inclusive and to fight terrorism, are analysts are skeptical. 

Join the Global Current today as we discuss the takeover and its implications with Analysts Hamzah Khan and Liam Brucker-Casey. After, News Briefer Shweta Parthasarathy recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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Reaching the Summit: Biden Recommits U.S. to Climate Action

U.S. President Joe Biden, in a summit of 40 nations, broke from his predecessor and affirmed the nation's commitment to combatting climate change. The summit was one of the first major American effort to address global climate change since the president took office, and many welcomed it as a first step toward further U.S. engagement. The Biden administration had previously re-joined the Paris Climate Accord and laid out domestic policies to curb emissions.

Join the Global Current today as we discuss the summit and its implications for wider climate policy with Analysts Cash Kinsey and Kristen McGuire. Beforehand, News Briefer Drew Starbuck recaps some of the most pressing stories from around the world this week. 

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