The Global Bears

Episodes

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  S5, Ep10: A New Military Law in Indonesia 29.04.2025 29m

  In this episode members discuss the potential effects and reactions to a new law allowing military officials in Indonesia to run for elected office.
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  S5, Ep9: Recent News from Africa, Asia, and South America 22.04.2025 35m

  In this episode members present some recent news topics that you maybe haven't heard about amongst the stream of media we normally consume.
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  S5, Ep8: The Situation of Syria 07.04.2025 33m

  In this episode members discuss a wide variety of topics regarding the current situation in Syria such as refugees and the fall of the Assad Regime.
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  S5, Ep7: The Trump Administration and Ukraine 04.04.2025 16m

  In this episode members discuss recent interactions between the Trump administration and Ukrainian government around the time of President Zelensky's visit to the Oval Office in February of 2025.
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  S5, Ep6: U.S. Withdrawal from International Organizations 11.03.2025 29m

  In this episode Maya, Elena and Haeun discuss funding and participation cuts of certain international organizations being made by the Trump administration. The mics in the recording studio were acting up a little bit so please excuse any audio issues we weren't able to sift out!
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  S5, Ep.5: Russian Election Interference 04.02.2025 33m

  In this episode Karis, Chloe and Hauen discuss potential interference by Russia in elections abroad as well as the duties of nations to curb misinformation.
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  S5, Ep.4: The India-China Border Dispute 14.11.2024 18m

  In this episode Mark and Maya discuss some recent developments in the ongoing border dispute between India and China.
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  S5, Ep.3: North Korea Balloons Sent to South Korea 05.11.2024 22m

  In this episode Karis, Chloe, Ha-eun and Maya discuss recent developments in the ongoing balloon battle between South and North Korea.
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  S5, Ep.2: An Attempted Coup in the DRC 03.11.2024 18m

  In this episode members discuss a recent coup attempt in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the three American citizens sentenced to death for their participation.
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  S5, Ep.1: The New President of Iran 26.09.2024 25m

  Welcome to season 5! In this episode members discuss who Iran's new president, Mazoud Pezeshkian, is and what his election may entail for the future of Iran's foreign policy.
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  S4, Ep.17: TikTok Bans Around the World 30.04.2024 39m

  In this episode, members discuss over 15 bans on the social media platform known as TikTok around the world.
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  S4, Ep.16: China-Taiwan Relations 09.04.2024 41m

  In this episode, members discuss the history of China-Taiwan Relations, the economics of both, and the recent offer of financial support from China to Taiwan.
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  S4, Ep.15: Suicide Bombings in Afghanistan 08.04.2024 28m

  In this episode, members discuss the past of Afghanistan, the recent suicide bombing incident, and the future of the country in relation to the international community.
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  S4, Ep.14: Conflict in Myanmar 05.04.2024 34m

  In this episode, podcasters Mark and Samantha discuss the recent outbreak of conflict in Myanmar.
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  S4, Ep.13: Europe's Alt Right (pt.2) 05.04.2024 46m

  In the second portion of this special two-part episode series, podcasters discuss the history and current status of Europe's Alt-Right Parties.
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  S4, Ep.12: Europe's Alt Right (pt.1) 05.04.2024 42m

  In this special two-part episode, podcasters discuss the history and current status of Europe's Alt-Right Parties.
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  S4, Ep.11: Russian Elections & Alexei Navalny 05.04.2024 31m

  In this episode, podcasters Ben, Maya, and Samantha discuss the recent Russian Elections and the ongoing situation with Alexei Navalny.
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  S4, Ep.10: International House Open Mic 11.03.2024 1h 6m

  In this special edition episode, tune into the opinions of International Students on the Berkeley campus. Our team of podcasters interview international students on their opinions of American Politics.
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  IRCB Presents: Diplomat Night with Ryan M. Gliha 11.03.2024 1h

  We invite you to listen in on a recording of IRCB's Diplomat Night Event with Ryan M. Gliha. Ryan, with a rich diplomatic career and expertise in international relations, will share insights into careers and opportunities with the State Department. This event is a rare chance for students to learn from a seasoned diplomat about the paths available in diplomacy and international service.
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  S4, Ep.9: The Sahel Alliance 11.03.2024 21m

  In this episode, two of our members have a 1:1 discussion about the African Sahel Alliance.