W podcaście gościmy Marka Magierowskiego, byłego ambasadora, który omawia aktualne napięcia polityczne w Europie oraz wyzwania związane z negocjacjami w Ukrainie. Adrian Bąk relacjonuje zagrożenia bezpieczeństwa migracyjnego w Niemczech przed wyborami. Grzegorz Dobiecki porusza temat myślenia schematycznego i jego wpływu na postrzeganie rzeczywistości. Jędrzej Bielecki analizuje sukces Hiszpanii i jej rolę w negocjacjach budżetowych UE. Mateusz Mazzini ujawnia skandal z libijskim szefem policji, łącząc go z cyberatakiem na Sudańczyka.

Mateusz Mazini, a writer at Gazeta Wyborcza and journalism lecturer, shares insights on current European politics. He highlights the significance of the Paris AI Action Summit featuring Emmanuel Macron and JD Vance, discussing the balancing act between AI innovation and regulation. Mateusz explores Poland’s presidency of the EU and its implications for migration policies. Additionally, he provides an overview of Kosovo's elections, focusing on the political challenges faced by Alban Kurti and their impact on relations with Serbia.

Chris Chermak, senior news editor at Monocle, provides insight into a tragic New Year's Day incident in New Orleans, highlighting rising security concerns. Mateusz Mazini, a Gazeta Wyborcza writer, discusses Poland’s pivotal role in the EU and the implications of its presidency amid shifting politics. Dr. Chris Smith, a virologist from Cambridge, shares urgent information on H5N1 bird flu, emphasizing the need for European unity and preparedness for health crises. Together, they tackle pressing global challenges with urgency and depth.

Maria Avdeeva, a security analyst from Kharkiv, dives into the escalating conflict in Ukraine, focusing on Russian intentions in Kursk and the involvement of North Korean troops. Mateusz Mazini discusses Poland's new air defense base and its geopolitical significance. Alexei Ullunan sheds light on Somaliland's political complexities and quest for recognition. Meanwhile, Steve Croshaw talks about human rights dynamics and his recent book, linking these issues to broader geopolitical shifts. The conversation is rich with insights into regional tensions and ongoing conflicts.

Chris Chermak, senior news editor at Monocle, shares insights on the charged political landscape leading up to the US election. Ewan Potts from Bloomberg analyzes the upcoming UK budget. Mateusz Mazzini discusses alarming Russian sabotage plots involving explosives disguised as innocent packages. David Ribol-Perez highlights the devastating floods in southern Spain, while Fernanda Augusto Pacheco provides a political breakdown of Brazil's recent mayoral elections. Paul Richardson offers a fresh perspective on geography with his book 'Myths of Geography'.