Best Eu Enlargement Podcasts (2025)

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Citizens' Voice from Dijon: Views on the Environment, Rule of Law, and EU Enlargement 11:42

22d ago11:42

11:42

In this episode, we dive back into the local consultation of the Reinventing Engagement through Citizens’ Consultations (REACH) project, held in Dijon on January 25th. Our conversation brings together two participants of this consulation, Gaëlle Boucher, a teacher in Dijon, and Roman Sobine, a student at the Dijon campus of SciencesPo, with whom we…

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Owning the Liberal international order - European View 20:43

3h ago20:43

20:43

Owning the Liberal international order - European View by Martens CentreBy Martens Centre

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Taiwan Playbook: Lessons for the EU Against Authoritarian Influence 42:34

2h ago42:34

42:34

In this episode, we’re joined by Marcin Jerzewski 葉皓勤, Head of the Taiwan Office of the European Values Center for Security Policy, as we look ahead to the EU-China summit. We break down relations between different Central European nations and China, and why much can be learned from Taiwan – as Beijing and Moscow continue to consolidate their axis …

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Is Trump Finally Done with Putin’s Games? 24:27

8d ago24:27

24:27

This week, we react to Donald Trump’s major announcements during a White House meeting with Mark Rutte – including the threat of tariffs on Russia if no deal is struck within 50 days, and a promise of big money equipment for Ukraine. We also break down the hopes of Central and Eastern Europe for the EU’s next Multiannual Financial Framework.…

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Who Owns the Streets Now? Budapest Pride Challenges Orbán’s Dominance 28:24

16d ago28:24

28:24

In this special episode of the Visegrad Insight podcast, Staś Kaleta talks with Szabolcs Panyi and Luca Soltesz, who reflect on the record-breaking Budapest Pride March and its wider political implications for Hungary ahead of the 2026 elections. They explore how the spontaneous mobilisation signals growing anti-government sentiment, the strategic …

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Empowering Youth Voices from Croatia: Youth, Democracy, and the Power of Participation 24:37

22d ago24:37

24:37

In the new episode of the #REACHingCitizens podcast, we talk with Andro Demiri, a law student and young activist from Rijeka, who took part in a local consultation in Rijeka and a national consultation in Zagreb as part of the REACH project.Andro shares what motivated him to participate, how he experienced the discussions on the rule of law, the en…

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Voices from Bulgaria: Artificial Intelligence, AI, and the future of Rule of Law in the EU 21:17

22d ago21:17

21:17

In this episode of our #REACHingCitizens podcast we are talking to Vladimir Krasenov, a legal advisor in a local law firm in Bulgaria. Through our talk, we explore the effects of AI on the current political situation, as well as discussing what the future of law in the European Union.By European Talks

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Hungary Takes Over V4 Presidency. What Does This Mean for Tusk's Europe? 24:55

23d ago24:55

24:55

This week, Poland's EU Council Presidency ends, and Hungary's Visegrád Group Presidency begins – under a secret programme that Budapest has not shared with its neighbours. We look at how Viktor Orbán may try to spoil the European direction Donald Tusk has tried to shape over the last six months. We also look back on the NATO summit in the Hague, an…

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Explaining New Europe Silence On Iran 25:15

29d ago25:15

25:15

In this episode, we break down regional responses to escalating tensions in the Middle East, after the US bombed three of Iran’s nuclear sites. We also point out developing stories across the Visegrád Group – from Budapest’s Pride march to vote-counting irregularities in Poland.

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Vučić Travels to Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit. Baltics Assemble Evacuation Plans 25:15

1M ago25:15

25:15

In this episode, we look at growing warnings about the threat Russia poses – from Ukraine and Southeast Europe to the Baltics and Finland. We also breakdown regional reactions to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran.

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From the Ground Up: Reflections from the Paris Citizens’ Consultation 13:38

1M ago13:38

13:38

In this episode, we dive back into the local consultation of the Reinventing Engagement through Citizens’ Consultations (REACH) project, held in Paris on March 3rd. Our conversation brings together two insightful participants, Anne-Sophie de Quercize, a former teacher specialising in the history of religions and Jules Paindessous, a young project e…

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AI and the Future of Rule of Law in the EU: Navigating Complex Legal and Ethical Challenges 21:04

1M ago21:04

21:04

Welcome to our podcast series, REACHing Citizens, part of the “Reshaping Engagement through Affirmative Citizen Consultations (REACH)” project. Launched in 2024 and funded by the European Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), the REACH project brings together organisations from across Europe, including Serbia, Belgium, Kosovo…

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Greece: The Final Thoughts 18:07

1M ago18:07

18:07

In this episode of the #REACHingCitizens podcast, we talk about the impressions from our final citizen consultations in Greece. What can we expect in the future, what are the final thoughts?By European Talks

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Achieving a more realistic climate and energy policy in the EU with Line Andersen 26:16

1M ago26:16

26:16

Achieving a more realistic climate and energy policy in the EU with Line Andersen by Martens CentreBy Martens Centre

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Pro-EU V4 Governments Likely to Face Key Votes 28:04

1M ago28:04

28:04

In this episode, we focus on tense political atmospheres in Poland and Czechia. In Warsaw, Donald Tusk has called for a vote of confidence after an election loss. In Prague, the opposition is looking to punish Petr Fiala’s government, after it was revealed that a justice minister received a secret €40 million donation from a convicted online drug d…

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Nawrocki Wins In Poland. MAGA Leaders Rejoice 34:30

2M ago34:30

34:30

In this episode, we predict what Karol Nawrocki’s presidential electoral victory will mean for Poland, and beyond. You’ll hear comments from: Spasimir Domaradzki, a Researcher and lecturer at the Faculty of Political Science and International Studies of the University of Warsaw Krzysztof Izdebski, a Member of the Board and Director for Advocacy and…

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Utisci sa građanskih konsultacija u Novom Sadu 20:30

2M ago20:30

20:30

U jedanaestoj epizodi "REACHing citizens" podkasta razgovaramo sa Jelenom Mihajlović o stavu omladine prema EU integracijama, aktuelnim problemima i potencijalnim rešenjima za trenutno nepoverenje u državne institucije.By European Talks

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Utisci sa građanskih konsultacija u Nišu 23:57

2M ago23:57

23:57

U ovoj podkast epizodi, desetoj epizodi u našem "REACHing Citizens" podkastu, razgovaramo sa učesnicom lokalnih građanskih konsultacija u Nišu, Marijom Ružić, o utiscima i stavu građana prema EU i njihovom stavu prema temama poput dobre vladavine, ekologije i EU integracija.By European Talks

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Trump Calls Putin Crazy. Where Does That Leave Europe? 30:17

2M ago30:17

30:17

In this episode, we discuss Donald Trump’s Ukraine strategy, whether he has finally realised Vladimir Putin is ‘crazy’, and what that realisation would mean for EU security. We then breakdown debates and rallies in the final week before Poland’s crucial presidential election run-off.

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How connected is the EU to its capital, Brussels? 16:40

2M ago16:40

16:40

Brussels Commissioner for Brussels Alain Hutchinson, credited for building bridges between the EU and its capital, tells Radio Schuman how Brussels learned to embrace its position, how his office helps expats in the city and how Eurocrats have started to break out of their bubble. In this episode, we also look at a NATO Parliamentary Assembly in th…

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Is Gradual Integration The Enlargement Silver Bullet? 21:33

2M ago21:33

21:33

In this episode, our Visegrad Insight Enlargement Fellow Jan Farfal interviews Saskia Hollander, Senior Research Fellow at The Clingendael Institute. As the EU considers the gradual integration model for enlargement, we explore its potential benefits and risks. The discussion is based on the following Clingendael report: https://www.clingendael.org…

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The 'For Women Scotland' judgment - An academic discussion: CELS Webinar 1:00:02

2M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

An online debate considering the recent Supreme Court case of 'For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers' which was handed down on 16 April featuring Aidan O’Neill KC (Scot.), KC (E&W), BL (Ireland) who appeared for For Women Scotland. In the discussion Aidan reflected on his experiences of the case, the judgment and participate in a debate o…

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Why Europe should be worried about the ongoing drought 14:41

2M ago14:41

14:41

Radio Schuman speaks with water and drought expert Niko Wanders as many European countries are seeing record-low rainfall. How worrying is this and what is the impact? What can we expect if this weather continues? And what can ordinary citizens do to mitigate the worst-case scenarios? We also look at a meeting the European and African Union as the …

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Dan Wins Dramatic Comeback In Romania. Trzaskowski, Nawrocki Enter 50/50 Race 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

In this episode, we look at a weekend of key elections in Romania and Poland. To break down Nicușor Dan’s remarkable victory, we hear from special guests Alex Olaru (Editor-in-Chief at PressOne), Alina Bârgǎoanu (Visegrad Insight Fellow, Member of the advisory board of the European Digital Media Observatory), and Radu Albu-Comǎnescu (Visegrad Insig…

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Europe’s struggle to prepare for armed aggression 16:35

2M ago16:35

16:35

With its ReArm EU plan, the European Commission wants to prepare the EU for a US military withdrawal from the bloc. Radio Schuman asked Euronews reporter Alice Tidey whether it can move swiftly enough, whether the proposal has garnered wide-spread support, and about the next necessary steps. We also look at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brus…

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Can the EU and UK turn the tide after years of bad blood? 11:41

2M ago11:41

11:41

A highly-anticipated EU-UK summit is taking place in London today, five years after Brexit. Radio Schuman spoke with Euronews correspondent Shona Murray to discuss why the meeting itself is extraordinary, what both parties have put on the table, and why they will likely come to an agreement on defence. This episode also looks at the European Humani…

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Can Eurovision succeed in uniting through music? 17:22

2M ago17:22

17:22

Radio Schuman spoke with Euronews' Eurovision aficionado Gerardo Fortuna about this year's controversies and how organisers are working to ensure Eurovision doesn't become a political competition. This episode of Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Lauren Walker. Audio editing by David Brodheim. Music by Alexandre Jas. Hosted on Acast. See acas…

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Global Security In The World Of ‘Friends Of Steel’ 26:23

2M ago26:23

26:23

In this episode, we explore a redefined global security context with Róbert Ondrejcsák, Executive Director of the European Leadership Network, former Slovak Ambassador to the UK and former Deputy Defence Minister of Slovakia. We break down Xi Jinping’s call for Russia and China to become ‘friends of steel’ – in opposition to leaders in Kyiv and Was…

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EU must lead on climate in light of US 'stupidity' , says former UN rights chief MARY 15:58

2M ago15:58

15:58

Mary Robinson, the former Irish President and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, criticised the US for what she termed a "stupid" approach to climate change, and called on the EU to step up to “fulfil necessary commitments” in an interview with Radio Schuman. In this episode, we also look at today’s Foreign Affairs council focusing on EU–US tra…

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Ukraine’s diplomatic checkmate, and where it leaves Putin 15:59

2M ago15:59

15:59

Radio Schuman talks with Euronews correspondent Sasha Vakulina, who has been following the whirlwind of events leading up to a possible meeting between the Russian and Ukrainian Presidents in Turkey on Thursday. What are the chances of such a face-to-face meeting, which would be a first since the full-blown Russian invasion started in 2022? Will Pu…

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Tusk, Merz and Macron Bring Unity In Kyiv 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

In this episode, we look back on Donald Tusk’s meetings with Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz, Xi Jinping’s call for Russia and China to become ‘friends of steel’, an important meeting of leaders in Kyiv, and the prospects of George Simion becoming Romanian President on 18 May.

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338 days without a government: Can Brussels break the deadlock? 15:17

2M ago15:17

15:17

Radio Schuman spoke with outgoing Brussels Mobility Minister Elke Van den Brandt about Brussels being without rule for almost a year, how this damages Brussels' reputation, and hurts locals. Why it is so difficult to come to an agreement? And will there be a re-election? We also head to the Western Balkans for the start of European Council Presiden…

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Irish PM says EU must challenge Hungary’s ‘outrageous’ vetoes 11:27

2M ago11:27

11:27

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Ireland's Prime Minister Micheál Martin urged the European Union to crack down on what he calls Hungary's "abuse of vetoes". He discussed what tools could be used, Ukraine's accession to the bloc and Hungary's recent ban on public events by LGBTQ+ communities such as Pride. We also look at strategic talks be…

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Russia’s Victory Day parade and Europe’s dilemma 11:01

3M ago11:01

11:01

Radio Schuman spoke with Euronews’ Sasha Vakulina about what to expect from Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on Friday, the ceasefire disruptions, the European participants and what punishment they could risk for attending. In this episode, we also head to Nancy in France, where Poland and France are expected to deepen defence ties. Finally, looki…

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US scholars seek refuge in Brussels after Trump’s assault on science 16:25

3M ago16:25

16:25

One Brussels university has opened its doors to researchers threatened by the US administration's attack on science. Radio Schuman spoke with the university's rector about its incentive to help scientists relocate to Brussels, the response from across the pond, and whether this could spur mass migration of great thinkers to Europe. We will also loo…

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Trump's movie tariffs throw the European film industry into turmoil 14:14

3M ago14:14

14:14

US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on non-US films. Is the EU movie industry the latest political pawn in the EU-US trade war? In this episode, we also head to the Vatican for the start of the highly secretive Conclave. Finally, where in the EU do workers receive the highest pay? Radio Schuman is hosted and produced by Maïa…

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Simion Takes Dominant Lead In Romanian First Round 28:42

3M ago28:42

28:42

In this episode, we look at Victory Day in Russia and who may or may not be attending. We also breakdown events happening at the same time in Europe, like a new treaty between Poland and France, as well as first round election results in Romania and the latest opinion polls in Poland – two weeks before the 18 May vote.…

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Behind Germany’s lack of optimism about Merz 14:37

3M ago14:37

14:37

German lawmakers will gather in the Bundestag on Tuesday to elect Friedrich Merz as the country's new chancellor. In the run-up to this vote, we asked Berlin-based Euronews reporter Zara Riffler what Germans are expecting from their new leader, and how his focus may be elsewhere. We also look at high-level discussions on how to ensure sustainable s…

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Trust, Environment, and the EU: A Youth Perspective from Kosovo 27:50

3M ago27:50

27:50

In this episode, we sit down with two participants from our local consultation in Gjakova to reflect on youth perspectives in Kosovo. They share candid thoughts on the rule of law, EU integration, and environmental issues—highlighting both hope and frustration. From mistrust in the justice system to the promise of renewable energy, we explore how y…

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Trade negotiations between the EU and the US : where do we stand? 15:08

3M ago15:08

15:08

One month into the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, can the EU and the US find common ground? And what happens if they don’t strike any deal? We put these questions and more to Sven Van Kerckhoven, professor of political economics at Brussels university VUB. We also head to Strasbourg for the European Parliament’s plenary sessions, which start t…

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Romania votes again, but what happened to Călin Georgescu? 17:28

3M ago17:28

17:28

Ahead of the Romanian presidential elections' re-run this Sunday, Radio Schuman spoke with Euronews’ Bucharest bureau chief Andra Miron-Diaconescu about how ultranationalist pro-Russian candidate Călin Georgescu, who won the first round of votes, vanished into thin air and who is the front-runner now. We also look at another meeting between the EU …

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Is Europe at risk of another major power outage? 13:29

3M ago13:29

13:29

An unprecedented blackout brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill on Monday. Pending an official explanation of what caused the incident, we spoke with Euronews' senior energy and environment correspondent Robert Hodgson to understand what exactly went wrong. We also asked whether Europe could be hit by another, similar outage. What regi…

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What is Trump Jr. Doing in Central and Eastern Europe? 30:43

3M ago30:43

30:43

In this episode, we look back on the last 10 years of the Three Seas Initiative, as the forum celebrates its 10th anniversary in Warsaw – and in the same week that Donald Trump Jr. tours around the region… We also break down the state of play ahead of crucial elections in Romania and Poland.

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Manfred Weber’s longevity as leader of the EU’s most powerful party 12:29

3M ago12:29

12:29

The conservative European People’s Party (EPP) is meeting in Valencia for the party's triennial congress. During this two-day event, Manfred Weber, who has been leading the EPP party since 2022 and the EPP group since 2014, is expected to be re-elected. What is behind Weber’s longevity at the helm of the EU’s most powerful political family? And as …

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FRONTEX director says fundamental rights 'core' to border-guarding 11:41

3M ago11:41

11:41

Euronews spoke with Frontex director Hans Leijten, discussing the importance of safeguarding fundamental rights, calls for the agency to suspend its mission with Greece and working with NGOs. What exactly is Frontex's role in border guarding? Should it do more to protecting migrants' lives? This episode also takes you to Poland, where the Three Sea…

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Will EU fines against Apple and Meta aggravate US trade tensions? 8:57

3M ago8:57

8:57

The European Commission on Wednesday revealed its highly anticipated penalties against US tech giants Apple and Meta. The decision comes at a time of spiralling trade tensions between the EU and the US government. The bloc is hoping to negotiate an end to this trade war, which could go far as threatening to hit US services such as Big Tech. But wil…

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The man ensuring the EU sticks to its own data laws 14:35

3M ago14:35

14:35

The EU's privacy watchdog Wojciech Wiewiórowski is responsible for ensuring the EU's institutions stick to their own data protection laws. What were the challenges he faced during his mandate? And how will geopolitical tensions impact the digital future? In an interview with Euronews, the European Data Protection Supervisor discussed how he is prot…

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Is it the end for family reunification in Europe? 16:55

3M ago16:55

16:55

More and more EU countries are tightening their migration policies as governments are shifting more to the right. The focus in 2025 is on family reunification. Several countries including Finland, Germany and Belgium, have already hinted at or started making criteria stricter to make reunification less accessible. Austria has taken the boldest step…

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EU commissioner on European identity, Erasmus Plus, youth engagement and culture. 8:38

3M ago8:38

8:38

The EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef shared with Euronews his concerns about potential budget cuts to Erasmus, following reports that some member states had proposed reductions in the 2025 annual budget. Although the budget was ultimately slightly increased, Micallef acknowledged ongoing discussions about the possible impact of the EU's shifting prio…

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A Golden Age For The Polish-German Partnership? 31:12

3M ago31:12

31:12

In this episode, we explore relations between Poland and Germany with special guest, Bartosz Wieliński – Visegrad Insight Fellow and Deputy Editor-in-Chief at Gazeta Wyborcza. We break down how the politics of memory around Germany and migration has been weaponised, in the past and now ahead of Polish elections next month. We also look at what to e…

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