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Rudyard Griffiths

Host of the Munk Dialogue and producer of The Munk Debates Podcast.

Top 5 podcasts with Rudyard Griffiths

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Sep 27, 2024 • 18min

Friday Focus: Israel pushes forward in Lebanon and Putin changes Russia's nuclear doctrine

Janice Gross Stein, founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, joins Rudyard Griffiths, Chair of the Munk Debates, to delve into the escalating tensions in Israel and Hezbollah. They discuss Netanyahu's complicated ceasefire decisions and question Israel's diplomatic isolation compared to Ukraine's support. The conversation shifts to Putin's redefined nuclear policy in response to Western military aid to Ukraine, sparking concerns over global security and potential consequences. This discussion highlights the delicate balance of international relationships.
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Sep 20, 2024 • 26min

Friday Focus: Israel's pager attacks have changed the rules of war

Join Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs, and Rudyard Griffiths, Chair of the Munk Debates, as they delve into the shifting landscape of warfare. They discuss Israel's innovative pager attacks on Hezbollah, highlighting the complexities of military responses and civilian safety. The duo debates Iran's influence over both Hamas and Hezbollah, questioning their autonomy. Additionally, they explore the implications of technology in warfare and how AI is transforming civilian infrastructure into potential battlefields.
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Sep 13, 2024 • 15min

Friday Focus: Staring Down the Barrel of a NATO-Russia War

Janice Gross Stein, founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, joins Rudyard Griffiths, chair of the Munk Debates, to unpack the perilous NATO-Russia situation. They discuss the imminent decision to allow Ukraine to strike deep into Russia and the grave implications of escalating military involvement. Stein and Griffiths question whether the West is fully grasping the nuclear ramifications of these choices. They emphasize the urgent need for strategic humility in navigating this critical historical moment.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 12min

Friday Focus: Judicial reforms in Mexico and Putin changes his nuclear doctrine

Janice Gross Stein, founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, joins Rudyard Griffiths to delve into pressing global issues. They discuss significant judicial reforms in Mexico, highlighting their potential impact on North American trade and the risks posed by drug cartels. The conversation shifts to Canadian politics as the NDP ends their supply agreement with the Liberals, potentially leading to a federal election. Finally, they analyze Putin's changes to his nuclear doctrine and the implications for global security.
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Aug 30, 2024 • 13min

Friday Focus: Israel on the Offensive and Kamala Harris's Foreign Policy

Janice Gross Stein, founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, joins Rudyard Griffiths, Chair of the Munk Debates, for an incisive discussion. They analyze Israel's aggressive military actions in the West Bank and the potential fallout on relationships with Western allies. The duo also speculates on Kamala Harris’s future foreign policy, predicting a cautious blend of American power reminiscent of the Obama-Biden doctrine. Lastly, they consider the Liberal Party's challenges as Parliament resumes, contemplating impacts from a drop in inflation.