POLEMICS [•REC] is the official podcast of Polemics Magazine. As a student-run production, the podcast will feature the voices, creative contributions, and editorial input of the diverse student body at the Diplomatische Akademie Wien.

The podcast will take advantage of the vibrant international community here in Vienna by interviewing diplomats, policymakers, academics, and cultural figures. We know that, as time goes on, this podcast will become an integral part of the Diplomatische Akademie Wien and a voice to the vast network of global professionals.

Learn more about the project and get to know the POLEMICS [•REC] team here.

Podcast Episode 7: Dialogue of Continents with Henry Farrell and Martin Feldkircher

Episode 7 (JANUARY 2024)

Dialogue of Continents with
Henry Farrell and Martin Feldkircher

Dr. Henry Farrell, professor of international affairs at Johns Hopkins University, shares his insights on how complex economic networks and advanced technologies (including AI) enable powerful global actors in this special episode of POLEMICS [•REC], hosted by the Diplomatische Akademie Wien’s one and only Professor Martin Feldkircher.

You can listen to Episode 7 on Buzzsprout.
 

Podcast Episode 4: The Future of International Affairs

Episode 4 (June 2023)

The Future of International Affairs:
Digital Diplomacy

What does it take to take diplomacy to the next level? And who represents our countries in the digital world? All questions answered with Oxford’s digital diplomacy pioneer, Dr. Corneliu Bjola. Tune in and learn more about the new trust system, virtual tools and organizations, hybrid experience, digital embassies as well as the new MSc program at the DA.

You can listen to Episode 4 on Buzzsprout.
 

Podcast Episode 6: Compatibility of Law and Politics

Episode 6 (JANUARY 2024)

Compatibility of Law and Politics
with Professor Hestermeyer

This interview invites Holger Hestermeyer to share his insights with POLEMICS [•REC] and our audience on a career path in international law, differences between international law practitioners and academia as well as to comment on the current state of international law, existing dispute settlement mechanisms and the reality of international affairs.

You can listen to Episode 6 on Buzzsprout.
 

Podcast Episode 3: SDGs: The reality of global sustainable development with Martin Sajdik

Episode 3 (may 2023)

SDGs: The Reality of Global Sustainable Development with Martin Sajdik

For our third episode, we invited Ambassador Martin Sajdik to discuss his role in the drafting of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and his perspectives on global development in the context of current events. During our conversation, we discussed a variety of topics relating to the past, present and future of international cooperation and diplomacy.

You can listen to Episode 3 on Buzzsprout.
 

Podcast Episode 1: War Without End: One Year Since Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

Episode 1 (February 2023)

War Without End: One Year Since Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

In this episode, we sat down with Professor Gerhard Mangott to discuss the one-year anniversary of Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. During our conversation, we discussed a variety of topics relating to the broader geopolitical implications of the war, the prospects for a peaceful solution and the likely future scenarios of the conflict.

You can listen to Episode 1 on Buzzsprout.

 

Podcast Episode 5: Educating Global Leaders with Ambassador Emil Brix

Episode 5 (October 2023)

Educating Global Leaders
with Ambassador Emil Brix

Ambassador Emil Brix shares his insights on the past, present and future of the Diplomatische Akademie Wien - Vienna School of International Studies, which has been educating international professionals since 1754. As Ambassador Brix reflects on his own career in diplomacy, he sheds light on some of the tips that will help aspiring diplomats today.

You can listen to Episode 5 on Buzzsprout.
 

Podcast Episode 2: The Role of Women in Global Crises

Episode 2 (APRIL 2023)

International Women's Day event:
The Role of Women in Global Crises

Commemorating the women's history month, we bring you a live-recorded discussion panel that took place at the DA and was hosted by the Rotary Club Vienna Maria Theresia and club.da. The high-level speakers provide insights in women's roles in key areas like agriculture, energy, sustainable development, health and international relations.

You can listen to Episode 2 on Buzzsprout.
 

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