Best Observer Research Foundation Podcasts (2025)

Conversations are a pedagogical strategy and gateway to other cognitive demands on young learners. Today, host Glenn speaks about the art and science of classroom conversations with Tia Henteleff, the CTTL's Lower School research lead and one of the Lower School science and design thinking teachers. Listen to this episode for takeaways from her art…

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Replay: Lock In The Art of Memorizing my Lines featuring Joel Crump [EP14] 31:53

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Joel and Glen discussed the crucial role of memorization in performing arts, with Joel emphasizing how it allows performers to connect with the audience on a deeper level. Joel shares his personal approaches to memorizing lines for a play, including repetition, writing down lines, and recording themselves. He also discusses the challenges in memori…

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Replay: The Stone of Knowledge featuring Sung Hee Kim [EP2] 17:31

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Active learning happens when children ask questions - just ask first-grade "knowledge makers" at St. Andrew's Episcopal School. First Grade teacher Sung Hee Kim shares how she introduced elementary school students to metacognition with help from a stone. SUBSCRIBE TO THINK DIFFERENTLY & DEEPLY ON iTUNES/APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3JCpK1u And …

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The Science of Teaching: Making Research Work in Real Classrooms featuring Dr. Ian Kelleher [EP24] 31:41

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Today is all about the science of teaching and how educators can apply continued education in their classrooms. Our guest Dr. Ian Kelleher explains his role as the CTTL Research Chair and makes the case for further professionalizing the practice of teaching, as has been done with so many other fields. In this episode, we discuss why creating assess…

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You Have Something in Your Teeth: Growing as an Educator Through Research featuring Sara McAuliffe [EP23] 34:44

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Today's interview might have the catchiest title in our most recent publication. Sara McAuliffe is an English teacher, Co-Leader of New Employee Mentoring Program, and Professional Growth Pathway Co-Leader at St. Andrew's. In this episode, we talk about the personal nature of thinking about your craft and the constant nature of growth and improveme…

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From Police Officer to Science Teacher: A Journey in Research-Informed Teaching featuring Brittany Shields [EP22] 36:59

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Today's guest took one of the most unique pathways to education. Brittany Shields was a police officer before she worked at St. Andrews as a science teacher. In this episode, Brittany and I discuss why she left police work for teaching and the process she underwent to design her own forensics course. We also talk about the importance of understandi…

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Going Beyond "Good Job": Creating Actionable Feedback That Works featuring Andrew Seidman [EP21] 35:09

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Today I talk with Andrew Seidman about his recent article, giving feedback that works for students and teachers, and the CTL's emphasis on metacognition. In this episode, we discuss current ways of giving student feedback and how these methods could be improved. We also share our frustration with students not taking feedback onboard. Listen to Andr…

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Belonging as the Foundation: Where Brain Science Meets Identity in the Classroom [EP 20] 42:38

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Today we talk about belonging as a foundational element in the classroom with colleague and mentor, Lorraine Martinez Haley. Fifteen years ago 'belonging' wasn't a common buzzword among educators, so today we discuss the connection between the science of teaching and learning and the science of diversity, equity, and belonging. We ask how we as tea…

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The Goldilocks Map: Finding the Right Balance in Research-Informed Teaching featuring Andrew C. Watson [EP19] 18:46

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This interview with Andrew Watson was recorded during the second USA Festival of Education. Andrew is what I call a positive skeptic. In this episode, we discuss the differences between the brain and the mind and debate the importance of studying both. We also offer tips for analyzing educational research. Listen to Andrew's educational journey and…

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Just Tell Them: A Journey into Explicit Teaching featuring Zach Groshell [EP18] 13:26

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Zach Groshell is good gatekeeper of information, so we are very lucky today to be able to pick his brain about his educational passions, explicit teaching and direct instruction. In this episode, we define these two teaching styles, discuss the research behind them, and explain why explicit teaching is so rare. We also talk about the importance of …

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A Student Intern’s Academy Experience featuring Rose Currie [EP17] 28:43

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Today I speak with Rose Currie about her experience as a student intern at the academy. We discuss the importance of her relationship with teachers and how well teachers should know their students. We also speak about ways to incorporate metacognition into student learning and what makes for a good homework assignment. Listen in to learn why Rose s…

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From Rereading to Retrieval: How Psychology Changed My View of Studying featuring Eva Shultis [EP16] 38:58

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If all teachers knew the science behind neuroplasticity and learning we would be better educators. Today I talk with Eva Shultis, who has the unique position of Associate Director for Research and Product Development for CTTL, about our role as stewards of neuroplasticity as teachers and educators. In this episode, we talk about mind-brain educatio…

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Student Choice and the Admission Application Process featuring Lisa Shambaugh [EP15] 45:52

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Learn about the challenges of working in admissions, educating admissions staff on choice and intrinsic motivation, and how the student admission process has changed over the past 20 years. SUBSCRIBE TO THINK DIFFERENTLY & DEEPLY ON iTUNES/APPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/3JCpK1u And to support our work, please leave us a 5-star review with your fe…

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Lock In: The Art of Memorizing my Lines featuring Joel Crump [EP14] 31:53

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Joel and Glen discussed the crucial role of memorization in performing arts, with Joel emphasizing how it allows performers to connect with the audience on a deeper level. Joel shares his personal approaches to memorizing lines for a play, including repetition, writing down lines, and recording themselves. He also discusses the challenges in memori…

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507: Unlocking Business Succession: The Power of ESOPs with Keith Butcher 24:48

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In an interview with Jason Hartman, Keith Butcher, founder of Butcher Joseph, discusses business succession and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). With many business owners approaching retirement, ESOPs offer a tax-efficient way to transition ownership to employees. This model enhances employee retention and loyalty, providing long-term retire…

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506: Navigating the Storm: A CEO's Tale of Business Triumph in Turbulent Times 20:45

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Jason interviews Johnny Serpilla, former President of Camping World, about his book, "Life is Hard, but I'll be Okay", and his experiences in leadership and business. Johnny emphasizes the importance of approaching life with one heart and mind, the role of gratitude in leadership, and the impact of personal problems on work. Johnny also discusses t…

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505: Protecting Your Online Reputation: Expert Insights from Matt Earle | Reputation.ca 27:38

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In this interview, Matt Earle from Reputation.ca discusses the problem of online reputation damage and how it can affect individuals and businesses. When negative or false information appears in Google search results, it can harm a person's reputation. Reputation.ca focuses on deleting harmful content whenever possible, but it's challenging when de…

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Yuans and Euros: Decoding China’s Role in Europe 11:19

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Does the EU have the tools and the political resolve to deal with China's economic coercion? Will Lithuania serve as a litmus test for the future of EU-China relations? Gabrielius Landsbergis, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lithuania Moderator: Garima Mohan, Senior Fellow, The German Marshall Fund of the United States, Germany The Raisina Dialogue is…

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Something in the Air: Taking Stock of India's Air Pollution Crisis 19:47

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Maharashtra has joined hands with EV100 to boost corporate adoption of electric vehicles and accelerate the uptake of EV Policy. How much will it contribute to mitigating the air pollution crisis? Why is regional cooperation important to address the issue of air pollution? How can stronger regional collaboration be fostered and leveraged to collect…

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World War(M) III: Adaptation and Disaster Resilience 22:51

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The intensifying impact of climate change and extreme weather events is exposing the fragility of our vital infrastructure. The devastating impact of every cyclone, flood or drought makes it that much harder to meet the Sustainable Development Goals. What can be done to address this crisis? What frameworks would bring climate change adaptation and …

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Green Battlegrounds: Carbon Tax or Taxing Poverty? 55:48

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The most efficient mechanism to accelerate the transition to low-carbon growth is a carbon price. But how will different approaches to taxing or pricing carbon intersect with each other? How can we ensure that the developing world’s poverty is not the developed world’s mitigation strategy? Speakers: Waseqa Ayesha Khan, Chairman, Parliamentary Stand…

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New Fuels, Old Aspirations: Moving the Next 5 Billion 25:46

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Past industrial revolutions were powered by the uncontrolled use of fossil fuels; the Fourth Industrial Revolution must find additional sources of energy. Yet, 2021 provided stark reminders of how many countries still depend on a secure supply of fossil fuels. The energy transition is not straightforward: It could amplify socio-political fissures a…

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Quantum and The Future of Technology 14:45

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How is the Quantum landscape evolving in India? How will Quantum Technologies affect communication and encryption? In what ways will quantum impact other emerging tech like IoT and AI? Specific to India: Quantum opens a new pathway for India to rejuvenate manufacturing. In what way does India’s quantum mission support manufacturing in the country? …

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The Meta Question: Global Technology, Local Aspirations 19:29

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Given the concentration of economic, cultural, and political power accrued by Big Tech, is trust-busting action now inevitable? How should platforms aim to increase the trust deficit between themselves, the customers they serve, and the jurisdictions they operate in? Should global platforms uphold Western notions of free speech where they operate, …

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Weaponisation of Everything 47:54

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The geopolitical developments and the pandemic in the last two and a half years have made us acutely aware of the frailties of global public goods, supply chains, and institutions. The weaponisation of financial systems and prominent symbols of globalisation has rung alarm bells around the world. How can global financial flows and mechanisms be rin…

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Diminished Democracies: Big Tech, Red Tech, and Deep Tech 40:32

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Technology, once presumed to deepen and reinforce democracy, also poses risks to free societies along multiple axes. Large tech companies have gained influence in sectors from financial services to healthcare, while regulators struggle to keep up. Authoritarian states have discovered the use of technology as a method of control. And technology itse…

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Dragon's Fire: Deciphering China After Ukraine 52:13

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As the plains of Ukraine turned into a battlefield, few players had more at stake than China. Its “no limits” partner faced stringent Western sanctions and its strategic competitors had found a new resolve. China is faced with a choice between its stated respect for sovereignty and its burgeoning friendship with Moscow. What lessons will China and …

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The End Of Multilaterlism: A Networked Global Order? 46:55

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In conversation with our experts at ORF Berlin, this episode of Raisina@Berlin talks about how health infrastructure has been threatened after the pandemic in even the most powerful countries, followed by Russia’s war against Ukraine, the international community is in a state of peril. As the war wages on, the global network of partnerships will be…

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The COP26 Scorecard: Has It Made Enough Progress? 17:16

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Intensifying floods, wildfires and other climate catastrophes around the world have exposed gaps in foreign policy in addressing climate change. With developing economies being disproportionately affected by weather disasters, have climate summits like COP26 made enough progress to accelerate green transformation in these economies? Climate finance…

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Part-2 | Securing Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure | Raisina@DC 27:53

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Continuing the discussion on partnerships in cyberspace at Raisina@DC, our experts further deep dive into mitigating risks through engagements with the private sector. How can operational collaboration in data security help governments protect critical infrastructure? Which effective models of multilateral governance can states adopt to tackle the …

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504: How to Self-Publish Your Book! Chandler Bolt, Self-Publishing School 20:36

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A book is the new business card and a great way to grow your business! Chandler Bolt is an investor, advisor, the CEO of Self-Publishing School & SelfPublishing.com, and the author of 6 bestselling books including his most recent book titled “Published.” Self-Publishing School is an INC 5000 company the last 3 years in a row as one of the 5,000 fas…

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Part-1 | Securing Cyberspace and Critical Infrastructure | Raisina@DC 29:38

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In conversation with our experts at ORF America, the first part of this Raisina@DC episode talks about cyber safety and the impact of geopolitical conflicts in the cyber world. Cyberspace transcends geographical boundaries, compelling nations to develop collective defense mechanisms. How can international partners collaborate to maintain safe and s…

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Out of Africa: Leading on Trade and Economic Integration | Part 2| 28:45

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The second part of this Raisina Podcast on India-Africa trade relations continues with the preceding discourse on food security and mechanization of production. People-centric approach holds the key to leapfrog towards sustainable economic growth, claim experts. “If you combine India and Africa and look at the population that we contribute, under-d…

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Out of Africa: Leading on Trade and Economic Integration | Part 1| 32:27

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Africa has had a distinguished history in global trade right from discovering commercial trading routes in ancient times to establishing landmark trade agreements like AfCFTA. Sharing similar demographics and substantial history with Asia, it is interesting to analyze how the changing economic tides will impact bilateral commerce between these two …

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503: Todd Duncan & High Trust Selling: The Holy Grail of Sales Influence 42:27

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It takes a lifetime to build trust, and a minute to lose it. Jason Hartman welcomes Todd Duncan, author, speaker and the world’s leading authority on trust! People thrive on trust and the bigger the financial decision, the more trust is necessary. How can you create that? Todd also reminds us that nobody gets a paycheck for being busy! Managing you…

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Humans of the Indo-Pacific: Reclaiming Development | Part 2 | 40:40

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Continuing the conversation on development strategies in the Indo-Pacific, how can the international community leverage the growing young population in the global south? Digital connectivity and cybersecurity partnerships have played a disruptive role in accelerating sustainable development in countries like India. Will this continuing trend streng…

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Humans of the Indo-Pacific: Reclaiming Development | Part 1 | 36:22

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Developing sustainable cities is the only way ahead to battle key challenges in the Indo-Pacific. With widespread unemployment, economic turmoil, climate crisis and myriad of other socio-economic disruptions plaguing the region, could regional partnerships hold the key to rebuild innovative public financing models? Is the Indo-Pacific in the market…

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The Doctrine of Lapse: Lessons From the UN Era | Part 2 | 27:59

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Having addressed the criticism of past failings and yet acknowledging the indispensability of the institution, how can the UN in the foreseeable future maintain peace in the world order? “For 70 years The United Nations knew how to safeguard peace but not to broker peace. That's a big big difference and there is a misinterpretation. Not of the role…

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The Doctrine of Lapse: Lessons From the UN Era | Part 1| 30:13

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This year the UN celebrated its 77th Anniversary amidst an unprecedented COVID 19 pandemic, the Afghanistan political crisis and the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. In the first part of this two-part Raisina Dialogue episode, we analyse the significance and influence of institutions like the United Nations in a multipolar world which is facing multilat…

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The First Responder: Women Leadership and the SDGs 47:46

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Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, women have made important gains in representation, especially in senior leadership. Women have been at the forefront of solutions for managing societal crisis. The question we aim to address in this episode is- how we can rethink of women leadership in ways to craft a just, more prosperous and fairer society. W…

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Why Climate Finance Action? In Conversation with Bhupender Yadav 22:40

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Every year policymakers come together to discuss the future of this planet and make resolutions to reach their target for net-zero emissions but it’s much harder for developing nations to achieve their pledge without the commitment of climate finance from developed economies. How do you define climate finance and the significance of its adaptation …

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Democracy-Self-Reliance-Global Order || In conversation with S.Jaishankar at Raisina 2022 || 37:56

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The last 3 decades of globalisation have witnessed 3 big shocks- Covid, Afghanistan and recently Ukraine that have changed the balance in the current geopolitical scenario, with the West having “sharp friction” between Russia and China. India will play a crucial as well as decisive role in shaping the new world order, setting its realm of “operatio…

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In Conversation with Nitin Gadkari at Raisina 2022 32:08

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Making Tesla cars in China and selling in India is not good for us: Nitin Gadkari to Elon Musk As the world grapples with the energy transition from fossil fuel to green energy India has chalked out a definite roadmap for this shift aligning with its commitments to COP 26. But with the impact of the current geopolitical constraints and challenges o…

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Chasing the Monsoon: Life@75 | RAISINA DIALOGUE 2022 45:34

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India has had remarkable economic transformational growth over the years. India has been shaping its own destiny and has evolved as a significant global actor. This panel seeks to discuss the dynamic evolution of India and its role in various issues, from responding to climate change and humanitarian crises to global peace and security, to technolo…

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In Conversation with Ursula Von Der Leyen, President, European Commission, Raisina Dialogue 2022 37:29

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How can the EU–India partnership help define the New World Order? Do EU initiatives like Global Gateway represent a strategy of complementary competition or a new way forward for infrastructure delivery? Can India and the EU forge a third way on technology in an era of intense confrontation? What’s next for Europe after Ukraine: Are we in a new col…

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Europe in the Indo-Pacific | Part-2 | 22:51

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The second part of this episode of Raisina@Berlin talks about the importance of protecting a free and open Indo-Pacific. Where is the big jump needed? The maritime domain in the Indo-Pacific region has the highest possibility of potential cooperation and partnership with the relevant partner in this area. How does the European Union see the QUAD? T…

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Europe in the Indo-Pacific | Part-1 | 22:51

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The current instability of the geopolitical scenario, with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, has enhanced the EU's resolve to act in the Indo-Pacific. The first part of this episode of Raisina@Berlin talks about the various political and economic considerations that the EU has to wake up to, as the EU develops its strategic paper on Indo-pacific. The E…

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502: Dr. Peter McCullough, Mandates, Misinformation, Censorship & The Thought Police 38:51

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Join Jason today as he welcomes Dr. Peter McCullough, MD. Dr. McCullough has over 50 peer-reviewed papers and is an extremely credible person in the medical field. You can also watch the video NOT on YouTube (having been censored) but on Jason’s other video sites: JasonHartman.com/Rumble JasonHartman.com/Bitchute JasonHartman.com/Odysee After recei…

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European Values: Crumbling Under Their Own Weight? 42:57

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine marks a turning point for the EU. As escalation mounts, Europe is sucked into its worst crisis since the Second World War, the world is watching its response. We look back at how the EU has been buffeted by multiple crises that have sharpened existing debates and disagreements between member-states. The Union was built …