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  What can we expect from Ursula von der Leyen on climate? 16.09.2026 4dk

  After a summer marked by heatwaves, wildfires and droughts, climate is back on the European agenda. But is it really? What can we realistically expect from Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union speech? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  'Made in Europe', a new trade battle with the US? 15.09.2026 3dk

  The US is unhappy with the direction European industrial policy is taking. Washington has made its concerns very clear to the EU.So, what exactly is the problem, and how could the EU solve it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How the far right threatens women’s rights 14.09.2026 5dk

  For a long time, far-right parties were associated with an openly conservative discourse on women, the family and gender roles. But in recent years, some of these parties across Europe have softened their rhetoric, even presenting themselves as defenders of women.What does the European far right really have in store for women?Production: By Europod in co-production with the Sphera Network.This episode is based on an article written by Melissa Aglietti for VD News and is co-written with Hélène Pillon from Médianes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Sweden - is the far right heading for government? 11.09.2026 4dk

  Sweden is holding general elections this Sunday. The far right is already supporting the current government. Could it soon become part of it?And what could the result mean for Sweden’s political direction? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Education - why are European students falling behind? 10.09.2026 4dk

  The 2025 PISA results were published a few days ago. And they’re quite a bad surprise for most European countries. Educational performance is declining almost everywhere on the continent.What can we learn from East Asian countries? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Can the EU really make housing more affordable? 09.09.2026 5dk

  In the first quarter of 2026 alone, rents increased by 3% compared with the same period last year across the European Union. The EU is publishing its affordable housing act today. But will it really help Europeans afford housing?To read the article from Popaganda: https://www.popaganda.gr/sportagon/to-antiskino-tis-daskalas-stegazei-ti-sygchroni-ellada/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Can Spain convince the EU to fund climate adaptation by taxing oil and gas profits? 08.09.2026 4dk

  Spain wants the EU to create a European climate adaptation fund. And to finance it, the Spanish government is suggesting taxing oil and gas companies — in other words, applying the “polluter pays” principle.Is this realistic? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Migration - when and where will Europe’s ‘return hubs’ be set up? 07.09.2026 4dk

  New return hubs could soon be established outside the European Union. At least, that is the ambition of several European countries, which want to speed up the return of migrants who have been denied the right to stay in the EU.When and where should we expect those return hubs? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Is the EU well on track to reach defence readiness by 2030? 04.09.2026 4dk

  Europeans have set ambitious goals for the defence capacities that they want to achieve in the next few years. They have increased their defence spending by 79%!Bill that be enough? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Do EU regions benefit equally from trade deals? 03.09.2026 4dk

  Mercosur, CETA, TTIP, the EU’s trade policy can sometimes feel very far away from the people who are actually affected by its decisions. In EU jargon, trade policy is an exclusive EU competence. This means that the European Union negotiates and concludes trade agreements with partner countries. Then, the rules apply across the whole of the EU.But as we know, European regions are highly diverse, and they are equally divided over the benefits of free trade agreements.How can we take into account the different regional interests in this area?A podcast by Europod, in cooperation with ESPON, an EU-funded programme that bridges research with policiesTo read more about the ESPON report on the impact of trade agreements on regions: https://www.espon.eu/publications/starter-free-trade-agreements-mercosurFollow us on:LinkedIn•. Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Could the EU get the same commitments from Meta as the US? 02.09.2026 4dk

  In the United States, a group of 29 states has achieved what Congress has so far failed to do: secure real commitments from Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to limit the addictive nature of these platforms for young people.Could the EU hope to achieve something similar?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.Follow us on:LinkedIn•Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How real is the Russian military threat to the EU? 01.09.2026 4dk

  At this stage, there is no evidence to suggest that Russia is preparing to attack a European country in the coming years. This assessment, shared by European intelligence services, is not unanimously accepted across Europe.So what should Europeans really fear from Russia?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Data centres in Europe: can local opposition stop them? 31.08.2026 5dk

  Thirty billion euros. That’s how much the EU wants to mobilise to build data centres. But this ambition might run up against an obstacle. In recent years, protests against data centres have been emerging across the European Union.Can local residents influence the AI race? And can Europe make progress on this issue without the support of local communities?By Europod in co-production with the Sphera Network.This episode is based on an article written by Alberto Mesas for El Salto and an article written by Tommaso Proverbio for VD News and is co-written with Hélène Pillon from Médianes.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  How can European countries accelerate the greening of their electricity production? 29.08.2026 22dk

  In this episode of Europe Talks Back, we look at the share of renewable energy production in the EU and how it could be expanded, with insights from Flore Belin, Energy Policy Coordinator at Climate Action Network Europe.Production by Europod, in cooperation with ESPON, an EU-funded programme that bridges research and policy.This podcast series is cofunded by ESPON. However, the opinions and views expressed are solely those of the authors. ESPON can't be held responsible for them.Follow us on:LinkedIn • Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Could Iceland join the EU? 28.08.2026 4dk

  On Saturday 29th August,, Icelanders will go to the polls to answer this question: Should Iceland restart the EU accession process?The country could match the EU criteria quite quickly, but is it willing to do so? And what would this mean for Europeans and Icelanders?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Will Armenia be the next EU candidate? 27.08.2026 4dk

  Armenia could soon take another step towards closer ties with the European Union. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on Monday, August 24th, that his country could soon submit its official application to join the EU.Why does Armenia want to move closer to Europe now? And what could this mean for its relations with Russia?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.Follow us on:LinkedIn•. Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Where are the migrants who reached Ceuta in July now? 26.08.2026 4dk

  All migrants, including minors, who arrived in Ceuta on July 30 are supposed to return to Morocco, according to the European Commission. But Spain recently announced it would transfer 500 unaccompanied minors from Ceuta to mainland Spain.So what happened to the tens of thousands of migrants who entered the Spanish enclave in July?Production: By Europod, in co-production with the Sphera network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  What can Europeans expect from the UK’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham? 25.08.2026 4dk

  The UK has a new Prime Minister: Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Manchester. Last year, he went as far as saying that he would like to see the UK rejoin the European Union in his lifetime. Since then, he has scaled back his ambitions: Burnham acknowledged a few weeks ago, that this was not the right time to reopen the debate over possible EU membership.What should Europeans expect from Prime Minister Andy Burnham? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Has noise become a political issue in Europe? 24.08.2026 5dk

  In some of Europe's most popular destinations, excessive noise has become so common that residents are now demanding what they call a "right to peace and quiet."How do we keep our cities vibrant without making them unbearable for the people who live there?Production: By Europod in co-production with the Sphera Network.This episode is based on an article written by Alexandra Lelito for Krytyka Polityczna and is co-written with Hélène Pillon from Médianes.--Additional sound at the beginning: Joseph SARDIN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Europe Talks Back - How to make sure everyone has access to basic public services everywhere in Europe? 21.08.2026 14dk

  Everywhere in Europe, various territories are facing growing challenges to maintain access to basic services or general interest services. We are talking about care, mobility, education… The ageing population, coupled with skills gaps and territorial inequalities, is putting pressure on a lot of regions.Which are the most vulnerable territories? How to guarantee equal access to these services across the EU? And what role does the EU have to play?To answer those questions, we receive Solène Molard, head of social affairs at Eurocities.This episode was broadcast by Euradio on July 9. It was produced by Europod, in cooperation with ESPON, a European Union-funded program that links research and policy.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.