The Human Rights Podcast

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• The Intersections of Islamophobia and Sexism Against Muslim Women: The Case of Emela Mujanović’ 15.06.2026 35min

  In this episode, LLM student Marlene Kulmus speaks to Ðermana Kurić, a research associate at the BILQIS project at the Irish Centre for Human Rights and former adviser on combatting racism, xenophobia and discrimination, about the intersections of Islamophobia and sexism and its impact on Muslim women’s access to justice. The conversation centres around the case of Emela Mujanović, a Bosniak Muslim woman and member of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina who was denied the ability to wear her headscarf with her uniform and has faced adverse and discriminatory treatment since she started wearing her headscarf. This includes being prevented from advancing through the military ranks, facing intrusion to her privacy, and even being transferred to barrack located 90km away from her place of residence and her family. She has sought various legal avenues over the past thirteen years, including a case before the Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and culminating in a case brought before the European Court of Human Rights, and has faced setbacks in the form of rulings which uphold the ban. Ðermana Kurić provides the insightful framework of intersectionality, a concept coined within academia by Kimberlé Crenshaw, and explains how this applies to the experiences of discrimination many Muslim women face. She further gives relevant background information into the regional context of this case, taking place in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The conversation is based on a lecture given by Ðermana Kurić at the Irish Centre for Human Rights, titled: ‘Exploring Intersectionality: Headscarf in the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina’, which was part of a lecture series on Gender and Human Rights. She has also explored this topic in some of her academic works, including her article: ‘Blaming Muslim Women: Intersectionality and the Headscarf in the Army of Bosnia and Herzegovina’, published in 2023. This podcast episode was produced by Gráinne McGrath, the team of CELT Recording Studio, and Marlene Kulmus. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Venezuela’s January 3rd Operation: Maduro, Trump and the International Law Questions with Dr Justina Uriburu 18.05.2026 33min

  In this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM student Eduarda Boni speaks with Dr Justina Uriburu, Assistant Professor in International Law at the University of Manchester and Co‑Director of the Manchester International Law Centre. Together, they examine the unfolding crisis in Venezuela, focusing on the events surrounding the 3 January military operation and the apprehension and extraction of President Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores. Dr Uriburu unpacks the political, legal and human rights implications emerging from these developments, offering insight into what they mean for international law and the broader regional landscape. The discussion builds on her recent article, Trump’s Illegal Attack on Venezuela and Its Consequences, published on the Blog of the European Journal of International Law: https://www.ejiltalk.org/trumps-illegal-attack-on-venezuela-and-its-consequences/ The podcast was produced by Gráinne McGrath and Eduarda Boni. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Transitional Justice Archives: Documenting Human Rights Violations in Latin America, a book discussion with co-editor Dr. Anita Ferrara 11.05.2026 31min

  In this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM student Paula Cordova speaks with Dr. Anita Ferrara, Transitional Justice scholar based at the Irish Centre for Human Rights about her new book Transitional Justice Archives: Documenting Human Rights Violations in Latin America, which she co-edited with Dr. Beatrice Canossi. This episode guides listeners through the key concepts, definitions, and challenges related to transitional justice archives, which have documented atrocities and mass human rights violations across various Latin American countries. Dr. Anita Ferrara will discuss the chapters on the book related to the traditional case studies of Chile, Peru, and Argentina, and the current innovations taking place in the transition process in Colombia. To register for the upcoming events, please visit the Irish Centre for Human Rights website https://www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/newsevents/ Register for the public lecture with Judge Oscar Parra in Galway May 20th https://www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/newsevents/public-lecture-restorative-justice-and-peace-in-colombia-lessons-for-the-world.html Register for the book launch in Dublin May 22th https://www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/newsevents/book-launch---transitional-justice-archives-documenting-human-rights-violations-in-latin-america-routledge-2025.html This podcast was produced by Paula Cordova, student at the LLM in International Migration and Refugee Law at the Irish Centre for Human Rights, in collaboration with CELT studio. Intro music: “Smarties Intro – FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: “Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• The Promise of the African Union Protocol on the Eradication of Statelessness in Africa: Its Strengths and Limitations in Addressing Statelessness within Africa 13.04.2026 24min

  In this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM student Joshua Musana speaks with Thandeka Chauke, an international human rights lawyer and the advocacy lead of the Global Movement Against Statelessness, a community of stateless people, activists and civil society allies dedicated to the eradication of statelessness and the promotion of human rights of all stateless persons. Thandeka is also a member of both the Southern African and Pan African Nationality Networks. The episode discusses statelessness within Africa while considering the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and People’s Rights Relating to the Specific Aspects of the Right to Nationality and the Eradication of Statelessness in Africa (referred to as the African Union Protocol on the Eradication of Statelessness in Africa). To learn more about Thandeka’s work, visit the following websites: Global Movement Against Statelessness: https://www.againststatelessness.com/ Lawyers for Human Rights: https://www.lhr.org.za/lhr-resources/an-advocacy-toolkit-for-civil-society/ Southern African Nationality Network: https://sann.africa/ Pan African Nationality Network: https://www.instagram.com/pan_african.nationalitynetwork/ Eastern African Nationality Network: https://statelessnessalliance.org/members/eastern-africa-nationality-network-eann/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/ The podcast was produced by Joshua Musana in collaboration with the CELT Studios. Intro music: “Smarties Intro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: “Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• Child Criminal Exploitation in Northern Ireland : An Interview with Dr. Gillian Kane 16.03.2026 43min

  On this episode of The Human Rights Podcast, LLM Student Paula Córdova speaks with Dr. Gillian Kane, current Lecturer in Law at Ulster University co-chairing the Human Trafficking Research Network, Research Affiliate at the Refugee Law Initiative and trustee at Chab Dai UK. Join us as we explore Dr. Gillian's research on child criminal exploitation in Northern Ireland and displacement caused by organised crime, and discuss how legal frameworks and human rights responses can better protect vulnerable communities. To learn more about Dr. Gillian's work at: https://pure.ulster.ac.uk/en/persons/gillian-kane/ Key Acronyms mentioned in this episode: IOM (International Organization for Migrations) and NRM (National Referral Mechanisms). The podcast was produced by Paula Cordova in collaboration with the CELT Studios. Intro music: “Smarties Intro – FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: “Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• From Protest to Accountability: Iran's Path Forward with Prof. Roja Fazaeli and Saeede Mokhtarzade 23.02.2026 25min

  In this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, Saeede Mokhtarzade, PhD candidate at ICHR speaks with Prof. Roja Fazaeli, professor of Law and Islamic Studies at ICHR. The discussion explores the current human rights crisis in Iran, with a focus on the nationwide protests that began in December 2025. The conversation explores the roots of the uprising, the government’s violent crackdown on protestors, and the responses of the international community. Drawing on human rights expert analysis and firsthand accounts, the conversation examines the roots of the uprising, the role of international human rights bodies, and the ongoing struggle for justice and accountability in Iran. The episode highlights systematic violations of human rights in Iran, including the gravest violations of human rights, such as extrajudicial killings, torture, and enforced disappearances, and considers the challenges of pursuing legal remedies through international mechanisms. The episode highlights the urgent need for accountability, justice, and international solidarity, while emphasising the importance of documenting and supporting victims. The discussion is informed by the latest resolution adopted by the UN Human Rights Council, which extends the mandates of the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission and the Special Rapporteur on Iran. For more information, you can access the following links: - https://www.ohchr.org/en/media-advisories/2026/01/human-rights-council-adopts-resolution-extending-mandates-fact-finding - https://www.ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/ffm-iran/index The podcast was produced by Saeede Mokhtarzade in collaboration with the CELT Studios. Intro music: “Smarties Intro – FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: “Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• Housing as a Human Right with Prof. Padraic Kenna 10.02.2026 37min

  In this episode, Irish Centre for Human Rights LLM student Rebecca Shannon speaks with Professor Padraic Kenna, lecturer of land, property and housing law and policy from the School of Law at the University of Galway, delving into the concept of housing as a fundamental human right, exploring relevant legal framework, policy challenges and the future of housing rights in Ireland and beyond. To learn more about Padraic’s work, visit the University of Galway website at: https://research.universityofgalway.ie/en/persons/padraic-kenna/ The podcast was produced by Rebecca Shannon in collaboration with the CELT Studios. Intro music: “Smarties Intro – FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: “Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion” by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• TALKING IMMIGRATION: Prof. Ciara Smyth - The Mick Clifford Podcast 09.12.2025 42min

  This episode of the Human Rights podcast features a rebroadcast of “TALKING IMMIGRATION: Prof. Ciara Smyth,” originally published on The Mick Clifford Podcast on 27 November 2025. In this conversation, Professor Ciara Smyth, an expert in Irish and EU immigration and asylum law at the University of Galway, examines recent Irish government measures on immigration, challenges dominant narratives about population change, and unpacks common myths around asylum seekers and refugees in Ireland.​ The episode is shared here with the permission of the original producer. All rights in the original recording remain with The Mick Clifford Podcast and the relevant rights holders. Listeners can access the original publication at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1htpxntARPIpU1VbbL7Jxx and are encouraged to follow and support the original show
• Voices that won’t be silenced: In conversation with Dr. Maeve O’Rourke and Dr. Mary Harney of the CLANN Project 26.11.2025 1h 22min

  This episode offers an unflinching and deeply insightful exploration of one of Ireland’s darkest chapters—its 20th-century system of “Mother and Baby Homes” and related institutions, and the wider regime of enforced family separation. Joining us are Dr. Maeve O’Rourke and Dr. Mary Harney of the CLANN Project, a renowned survivor-led initiative that continues in its tenacity to challenge the Irish Government’s ongoing failure to uphold the human rights of those affected. Listeners will hear how, despite overwhelming evidence of gross human rights violations, the Irish State continues to deny survivors’ rights to truth, justice, access to information, and meaningful reparation. A decade after the establishment of the Mother and Baby Homes Commission of Investigation (MBHCOI) in 2015—and years after the State’s official apology in 2021—the government’s response remains gravely inadequate and in clear violation of international human rights law. The CLANN Project has played a central role in documenting evidence of gross human rights violations and exposing the deeply flawed processes that led to the Commission’s wrongful conclusions that effectively contradicted its own evidence and the reports that came from survivor testimony. We also discuss the Government’s Mother and Baby Institution Payment Scheme (MBIPS), a redress payment scheme that finally opened in 2024, and yet excludes tens of thousands of survivors through arbitrary and unjust eligibility rules. The CLANN campaign continues to advocate for the scheme to be expanded in line with human rights law. (More information at llmclann.com.) Beyond redress, our conversation explores CLANN’s broader work—supported by the Human Rights Law Clinic at the Irish Centre for Human Rights, University of Galway—including campaigns for legislative reform, access to identity and birth information, record-keeping in compliance with EU law, memorialisation, and public education ensuring that these injustices are never forgotten. We consider how movement lawyering, survivor-led advocacy, and international legal mechanisms have been mobilised to challenge ongoing State violations. https://clannproject.org/ https://jfmresearch.com/ https://openheartcitydublin.ie/seanmcdermottstreet/ https://adoption.ie/ https://www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/humanrightslawclinic/ The podcast was produced by Lisa Murray and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Push-Backs in the Aegean and the ECtHR’s failure to hold states accountable for systemic human rights violations 19.08.2025 47min

  On this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM student Alessandra Cao speaks with Dr Niamh Keady-Tabbal about the topic of “Drift-backs” in the Aegean, the role of Frontex, and the European Court of Human Rights’ (ECtHR) failure to hold Greece accountable for serious human rights violations committed in the Aegean during systematic push-back operations. The conversation first introduces the topic of push-backs at the external borders of the EU, the relatively new phenomenon of “drift-backs” in the Aegean Sea and their relation to European “migration management” strategies as well as human rights concerns arising from these practices. The speakers then dive into the recent European Court of Human Rights decision in the case of GRJ v Greece – a push-back case decided in January 2025, in which Niamh was closely involved – to discuss the evidentiary difficulties arising for applicants in push-back cases, and evaluate the way in which the ECtHR – despite explicitly acknowledging them – has failed to adequately accommodate these difficulties. During the conversation, we referenced a number of cases and academic works. You can read more about the various topics in the links below: #1 Journal Article “Weaponising Rescue: Law and the Materiality of Migration Management in the Aegean” by Niamh Keady-Tabbal and Itamar Mann (Leiden Journal of International Law, 2023): access https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/leiden-journal-of-international-law/article/weaponizing-rescue-law-and-the-materiality-of-migration-management-in-the-aegean/068B225CF16390CCBA5FFD10FC3CEF8C?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=bookmark #2 Blog Post “Tents at Sea: How Greek Officials Use Rescue Equipment for Illegal Deportations” (Just Security, 2020): access https://www.justsecurity.org/70309/tents-at-sea-how-greek-officials-use-rescue-equipment-for-illegal-deportations/ #3 Forensic Architecture study about the practice of “drift-backs”: access https://forensic-architecture.org/investigation/drift-backs-in-the-aegean-sea #4 Journal Article “The Enforced Disappearance of Migrants” by Valentina Azariva, Amanda Danson Brown, and Itamar Mann (Boston University International Law Journal, 2022): access https://www.bu.edu/ilj/files/2022/08/Vol.-40.1-Azarova-et-al.-online-unprinted.pdf #5 European Court of Human Rights Judgment in GRJ v Greece: access the original judgment in French , and the official summary in English https://hudoc.echr.coe.int/fre#{%22itemid%22:[%22001-243431%22]} https://hudoc.echr.coe.int/fre-press?i=003-8124872-11378023 #6 European Court of Human Rights Judgment in ARE v Greece: access the original judgment in French , and the official summary in English https://hudoc.echr.coe.int/fre#{%22itemid%22:[%22001-238636%22]} https://hudoc.echr.coe.int/fre-press#{%22itemid%22:[%22003-8124877-11378031%22]} The podcast was produced by Alessandra Cao, Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro - FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Investigating Historic Human Rights Violations w Emily Williams (Policing and Justice Policy Officer at ICCL) 31.07.2025 27min

  On this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM Student Emily Donnellan speaks with Emily Williams (Policing and Justice Policy Officer at ICCL) about a cross-border report calling on the Irish government to establish a Historical Investigations Unit (HIU) to investigate unresolved deaths and incidents of torture and ill-treatment, including (but not limited to) cases related to the Troubles. The report also seeks the establishment of a system of robust and independent public inquiries and inquests, and an all-Ireland truth commission to examine themes and patterns relating to conflict-related violations. This discussion covers why the measures outlined in the report are so urgently needed, what the State's obligations are under human rights law and how these key reforms can be implemented. About the ICCL: The Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) is Ireland’s oldest independent human rights body. It has been at the forefront of every major rights advance in Irish society for over 40 years. ICCL helped decriminalise homosexuality, divorce and contraception. We drove police reform, defending suspects' rights during dark times. In recent years, we led successful campaigns for marriage equality, data protection and reproductive rights. Policing for Peace project: The Policing for Peace project is a collaboration between ICCL and the Committee on the Administration of Justice. It was developed in 2023 to build on the learning from a series of conferences and to delve deeper into specific thematic areas identified as key priorities. The project has been advanced through a series of North-South expert roundtables and events. The objective is to convene stakeholders to discuss identified areas for increased police oversight and reform, with a view to producing specific recommendations in each area, for both jurisdictions. Note: This episode was recorded at the beginning of May, 2025. Since this episode was recorded, the Minister for Justice has apologised to the family of Shane O'Farrell, for the State's responsibility for failings in the criminal justice system. Shane O'Farrell was killed while out for a cycle by Zigimantas Gridziuska, a man who had breached bail conditions and should have been in jail. As a result, the Minister for Justice has asked Senior Counsel Lorcan Staines to review bail laws in Ireland. Additionally, the government has announced the formal establishment of a Commission into the handling of historical child sex abuse in schools. The Commission will examine the handling of allegations, suspicions and concerns of historical sexual abuse in schools, and consider all primary and post-primary schools. The podcast was produced by Emily Donnellan and Gráinne McGrath. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Corporate Accountability, Transitional Justice and BHR: A Conversation with Dr. Hannah Franzki 04.07.2025 49min

  In this episode, ICHR LLM student Sonia Artesani speaks with Dr. Hannah Franzki, Senior Legal Advisor at the European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights (ECCHR) and researcher at the Interdisciplinary Center for Peace and Conflict Studies at the Frei Universität Berlin. Together, they discuss corporate accountability for human rights violations in both transitional justice processes and contemporary international law. The conversation explores the legal tools available to hold businesses accountable, the role of civil society, and the impact of recent developments at the European and international levels. Dr. Franzki also sheds light on the structural challenges of enforcing human rights obligations in the context of global supply chains and corporate influence. The podcast was produced by Sonia Artesani. Intro music: "Smarties Intro - FMA Podcast Suggestion" by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License). Outro music: "Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestion" by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License).
• Social Change Lawyering and Strategic Human Rights Litigation w Gearoid Ó Cuinn from GLAN 06.05.2025 49min

  On this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM student Alessandra Cao speaks with Gearóid Ó Cuinn, the founder and current director of the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN). GLAN is an independent organization founded in 2016, which identifies and pursues legal action to tackle power actors involved in serious human rights violations and environmental harms. The conversation first introduces the topic of social change lawyering, strategic human rights litigation and transnational public interest lawyering. The speakers then dive into the work of GLAN and discuss three different cases which the organization has recently taken on in the areas of climate change, supply chains and environmental crime. During the conversation, we referenced a number of cases. You can read more about the various topics in the links below: #1 The Youth4ClimateJustice case before the European Court of Human Rights: https://www.glanlaw.org/youth4climatejustice #2 The Uyghur Cotton Case before the UK Court of Appeal: https://www.glanlaw.org/uyghur-forced-labour #3 Mining and Environmental Crime – The London Metal Exchange Case https://www.glanlaw.org/dirty-metals For more information on GLAN’s work and opportunities for engagement or support, see also GLAN’s website: https://www.glanlaw.org/ The podcast was produced by Alessandra Cao, Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro - FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro - FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Interview w Dr. Shelly Whitman and Dr. Julie Marie Hyde (Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security) 22.04.2025 1h 8min

  On this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, PhD researcher Kirsten Larson speaks with Dr. Shelly Whitman (Executive Director) and Dr. Julie Marie Hyde (Director of Research and Knowledge Mobilization) of the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security. They discuss the history of the Institute and share insights into their latest research on moral injury. Learn more about the work of the Dallaire Institute here: https://www.dallaireinstitute.org/ Vancouver Principles: https://www.dallaireinstitute.org/vancouver-principles Moral Injury: https://www.dallaireinstitute.org/research
• Mental Health and Human Rights w Dr. Charles O’Mahony and Dr. Pat Bracken 05.03.2025 48min

  On this episode of the Human Rights Podcast, LLM Master's student Jennifer Hough speaks with Dr. Charles O’Mahony, a lecturer at the University of Galway's School of Law, specialising in disability and mental health law and policy, and Dr. Pat Bracken, an independent psychiatrist who argues against the medicalisation of human distress and advocates for strengthening person-centred, community-based solutions. The conversation considers the reform of the Mental Health Act which is currently underway in Ireland and considers how current law fails to align with the the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD ). It also questions the current system of forced psychiatric treatment and considers other ways of assisting people in distress. Notes:  During the course of our conversation, we referenced a number of reports and issues. You can read more about the various topics in links below: * Reform of Mental Health Act, 2001 and issues around alignment with human rights law - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160252724000530?via%3Dihub * The WHO Guidance on community mental health services: Promoting person-centred and rights-based approaches document is part of the WHO Guidance and technical packages on community mental health services set of publications. It provides a detailed description of person-centred and human rights-based approaches in mental health, and summary examples of good practice services around the world. https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240025707 * Dr Pat Bracken paper on the power of psychiatry - https://madinireland.com/2025/02/dr-pat-bracken-psychiatric-power-a-personal-view/ * New models of care, Kyrie Farm - https://madinireland.com/2024/12/kyrie-farm-research-distress-was-normalised-and-understood-as-part-of-the-human-condition/ Trieste: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpsy/article/piis2215-0366(21)00252-2/fulltext * IHREC: Access to Justice: Implementation of Article 13 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - https://www.ihrec.ie/documents/access-to-justice-implementation-of-article-13-of-the-un-convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities/ The podcast was produced by Jennifer Hough, Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Environmental Crimes and Ecocide Prosecution in Ukraine and Internationally w Maksym Popov & Richard J. Rogers 05.02.2025 55min

  In this episode, ICHR LLM student Sonia Artesani speaks with Maksym Popov, Advisor to the Prosecutor General of Ukraine, and Richard J. Rogers, a lawyer and expert in international human rights and criminal law, currently addressing businesses' impact on human rights. Together, they discuss the prosecution of environmental crimes and ecocide in Ukraine and at the international level, analyzing the recent proposal to recognize ecocide as the fifth international crime under the Rome Statute. They also examine Ukraine's efforts to seek justice for direct attacks on the environment perpetrated by the Russian Federation on Ukrainian territories, including the destruction of the Kakhovka Dam. The podcast was produced by Sonia Artesani and Kirsten Larson. Intro music 'Smarties Intro - FMA Podcast Suggestion' by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro music: 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestion' by Birds for Scale (Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Interview with European Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly 27.11.2024 45min

  In this episode, Dr. Ciara Smyth interviews European Ombudsman Emily O’Reilly. They explore Emily's career and her experiences serving as both the Irish Ombudsman and the European Ombudsman. The podcast was produced by Gráinne McGrath, Ciara Smyth and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Human Rights and the US Election - Interview w Larry Donnelly 31.10.2024 1h 1min

  In this episode, LLM student Laine Stover speaks with political commentator and US attorney Larry Donnelly. The discussion focuses on the upcoming U.S. Presidential Election, with an emphasis on immigration, swing states, and Vice President picks. The podcast was produced by Laine Stover, Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• ‘Ireland and the world – appealing to international law in times of conflict’ w/ Prof. Shane Darcy 27.09.2024 1h 14min

  In this episode, ICHR PhD researcher Kirsten Larson introduces Professor Shane Darcy’s inaugural lecture, "Ireland and the World – Appealing to International Law in Times of Conflict." Professor Darcy explores the role of international law, with a focus ranging from Ireland to Palestine. The podcast was produced by Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).
• Meet the 2023/2024 Team! 06.06.2024 14min

  In this episode, PhD researcher Kirsten Larson speaks with Katie Davis, Julia Collins and Camina Engelhardt, the current team of LLM students working on the Human Rights Podcast. They discuss their time at the Irish Centre for Human Rights and the work they have been doing throughout this academic year. LLM Programmes at the ICHR: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/irish-centre-human-rights/academics/llmprogrammes/ The podcast was produced by Gráinne McGrath and Kirsten Larson. Intro Music: 'Smarties Intro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License). Outro Music 'Smarties Outro -FMA Podcast Suggestions' by Birds for Scale (Attribution - ShareAlike 4.0 international License).