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The Impossible State

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Mar 7, 2025 • 38min

When Will the Korean Impeachment Crisis End?

In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha, Ms. Yoojin Kim, and Mr. Eunjoong Kim discussed South Korea's ongoing political crisis, the future direction of President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, the possibility of a new South Korean government, and more.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 45min

Implications of South Korea's Political Crisis for Foreign Policy

In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha, Ambassador Kathleen Stephens, and Dr. Kang Choi discussed how South Korea's current political crisis will impact its foreign policy and its relations with the United States, its neighbors, and more.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 47min

North Korean Troops in Russia: Comrades in Arms or Cannon Fodder?

In this episode, Mr. Sydney Seiler and Dr. Seth Jones discussed North Korea and Russia's cooperation for the war in Ukraine, North Korea's deployment of soldiers to support Russia, the Trump Administration's policy to weaken North Korea-Russia cooperation, and more. 
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Jan 24, 2025 • 38min

What's Next for the Korean Peninsula Under Trump 2.0?

In this episode, Dr. Ellen Kim and Mr. Sydney Seiler discuss the DPRK's recent and anticipated actions, the potential for exploitation of ROK political developments, US policy toward the North under a second Trump administration, and more. 
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Dec 19, 2024 • 48min

South Korea's Political Crisis

In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha, Dr. Darcie Draudt-Véjares, and Mr. Bruce Klingner discuss the current political situation in South Korea. Topics will include updates on President Yoon's martial law, his impeachment, what's next for the Korean peninsula and US-ROK alliance, and more. 
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Nov 15, 2024 • 41min

Special Discussion with Secretary General Yongho Tae

In this episode, Mr. Sydney Seiler and Secretary General Yongho Tae discuss the latest developments in North Korea. Topics will include updates on North Korean human rights issues, South Korea's policy toward North Korea, and the current situation in North Korea.
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Nov 1, 2024 • 46min

Crossing the Rubicon: North Korea Sends Troops to Russia

In this episode, Andrew Schwartz, Victor Cha, and distinguished guests discuss the Kremlin's motivations, the potential impacts on the battlefield in Ukraine, what North Korea is likely to receive in return, how Beijing may perceive this development, and more.
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Oct 25, 2024 • 46min

The Spiral of Tensions: North Korea, Russia, and Ukraine

Duyeon Kim, an expert in Northeast Asia and nuclear policy, and Sydney Seiler, a former U.S. Special Envoy for the Six-Party Talks, dive deep into the intricate web of North Korea's military ties with Russia. They discuss North Korea's provocative actions, from sending troops to blow up inter-Korean roads, and analyze the broader implications for regional stability and U.S.-South Korean relations. The conversation also touches on Kim Jong-un's confidence in aggressive tactics, drawing parallels with current global tensions.
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Sep 26, 2024 • 30min

The Black Box

In this episode, Andrew Schwartz and Victor Cha discuss Dr. Victor Cha's new book, The Black Box: Demystifying the Study of Korean Unification and North Korea.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 49min

Recent Developments in North Korea

Dr. Cha, an expert on North Korean affairs, and Mr. Bruce Klingner, a specialist in military and political strategies, dive into pressing issues regarding North Korea. They explore the complexities of missile deployments and the dynamics of Kim Jong-un's potential succession involving his daughter. Unconventional tactics like balloon launches are highlighted, alongside concerns about arms shipments to Russia. They also examine North Korea's submarine capabilities and the implications for U.S.-North Korea relations amidst shifting political landscapes.

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