Van Jackson
International relations scholar specializing in East Asian and Pacific security. Senior lecturer at Victoria University of Wellington and senior research scholar at Security and Context.
Top 3 podcasts with Van Jackson
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Jun 24, 2024 • 41min
What Would a Left Foreign Policy Look Like? (w/ Van Jackson)
Van Jackson, a leading left foreign policy expert, discusses the potential foreign policy of a left-wing government in the U.S. He explores how a progressive perspective differs from traditional liberal internationalism, delving into issues like human rights abuses, Ukraine, and global insecurity. Jackson challenges the predominant hawkish views in DC think tanks and advocates for a more nuanced approach to international relations.
Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 9min
The White Nationalist Social Democracy
Jacob talks with Dr. Van Jackson, an influential international relations scholar focusing on East Asian and Pacific security. They delve into the volatility of U.S. foreign policy, labeling the Trump era as a counter-revolutionary oligarchy. Van critiques both major parties for risking diversionary wars amid legitimacy crises. The dialogue navigates the geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel, and China, and explores possibilities for a 'win-win-win' scenario on the Korean Peninsula as U.S. troop withdrawal from South Korea is contemplated.
Nov 1, 2022 • 1h 1min
Whataboutism and the China Debate: A Panel at Australian National University | Ep. 128
A panel of political scientists and experts at Australian National University discuss 'whataboutism' in the China debate, addressing comparisons made between China's actions and other countries' historical actions. They explore the ethical and political aspects of whataboutism, including its effects on public debate, the destructive power of whataboutism in politics, challenges in foreign policy, and the role of academics in advancing national interest.
