The Russia-China Alignment

Are Russia and China allies? Will their alignment last? Are we living in a new Cold War? On today's episode, we discuss these questions with Sergey Radchenko, a cold war and Russia-China expert. Hey POFA fans just a quick disclaimer before we get started. This episode was recorded on February 18th, a week before Russia’s … Continue reading The Russia-China Alignment

Politics of the Arctic, Explained

Once dismissed as a desolate wasteland, the northernmost region of Earth known as the Arctic has garnered increased attention over the past century.  Within three decades, the effects of global warming have shrunken the mass of the Arctic Ocean’s summer ice by half. The melting of the Arctic undeniably presents environmental catastrophe for the international … Continue reading Politics of the Arctic, Explained

Cyberwar – Casual Conversations

Welcome to Season two episode three! Today we discuss one of the largest issues in contemporary international affairs, cyberwar. What is cyberwar? what cyberweapons have been used in the past? What are some of the biggest points of discussion when it comes to cyberweapons and war? Is the next war going to be digital. Listen … Continue reading Cyberwar – Casual Conversations

Future of Global Climate Politics With Dr. Bentley Allan

Welcome to Season two episode two! Today we discuss the history and future of global climate politics and governance. What is climate change? What really is the Paris Climate Agreement? Is the world going to explode in a climate catastrophe? Listen to find out! Our guest professor for this podcast is Professor Bentley Allan of … Continue reading Future of Global Climate Politics With Dr. Bentley Allan

Emerging Market Crises with Dr. Soma Dasgupta

Welcome to Season two episode one! Today we discuss emerging market crises, specifically the Asian financial crisis of 1997 and the Turkish Lira crisis of 2018! Our guest professor for this podcast is Professor Soma Dasgupta of the Johns Hopkins Department of Economics, we are thankful for her help in helping us understand this topic! … Continue reading Emerging Market Crises with Dr. Soma Dasgupta

Welcome to Season Two

Welcome back to the Hopkins Podcast on Foreign Affairs, Season Two! We are super excited to bring you guys three fantastic podcasts that we have recorded over the course of this semester. They are some of the best conversations we have ever had and address the most pressing issues in the international sphere today. Episode … Continue reading Welcome to Season Two

Hopkins Podcast On Foreign Affairs – Pilot Episode

Hopkins Podcast On Foreign Affairs - Pilot Episodes The Johns Hopkins Podcast on Foreign Affairs is a monthly podcast discussing the most pressing issues in international relations. Three Johns Hopkins students in the International Studies program will discuss contemporary issues, interview professors and create a fun and lively atmosphere while doing it! This Podcast will … Continue reading Hopkins Podcast On Foreign Affairs – Pilot Episode