Around The World With Dane Waters

Please join me and my special guest, Israeli journalist Asher Westropp-Evans, as we examine Israel's latest parliamentary elections, the political future of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the challenges facing one of the Middle East's most influential democracies. Following an election that has left Israel without a clear governing majority, the country faces another period of political un...

Please join me and my special guest, global affairs analyst Daniela Vancic, as we examine Serbia's historic parliamentary elections, the dramatic political changes sweeping the country, and what the results could mean for the future of democracy in Serbia and the broader Balkan region. After nearly 14 years of political dominance by Aleksandar Vučić and his Serbian Progressive Party, Serbia has wi...

Please join me and my special guest, global affairs analyst Tom Munson, as we explore the fascinating history and complex political realities of the Falkland Islands from a British perspective. More than four decades after the Falklands War, sovereignty over these remote South Atlantic islands remains a contentious issue between Great Britain and Argentina. But what is the history behind this long...

Is Latin America Politically Stable? Latin America is a region of extraordinary potential, but political polarization, economic uncertainty, corruption, and growing concerns about democratic institutions continue to raise questions about its future. From shifting political alliances and populist movements to the challenges facing established democracies, is Latin America entering a new era of inst...

Please join me and my special guest,  economist Stephanie Barello , as we take an in-depth look at the current state of the American economy and explore an often-overlooked force that helps drive economic prosperity: trust. With Americans facing concerns about inflation, the cost of living, government debt, employment, and economic uncertainty, questions remain about the strength and future direct...

Should Only American Citizens Be Allowed to Vote in U.S. Elections? Please join me and my special guest Paul Jacob, founder and Chairman of Americans for Citizen Voting , as we discuss one of the most fundamental questions facing American democracy: Should the right to vote in American elections be reserved exclusively for American citizens? While federal law prohibits noncitizens from voting in f...

Please join me and my special guest, historian Ulf Clerwall, as we look ahead to France's upcoming presidential election and what it could mean not only for France, but for Europe and the wider world. France enters the 2027 election amid deep political divisions, economic pressures, public frustration and growing questions about the future direction of the country. With President Emmanuel Macron u...

Please join me and my special guest, Mohamed Abdirahman Hassan, Director General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Somaliland, as we discuss Somaliland's decades-long pursuit of international recognition and the case it is making to the world. We'll explore Somaliland's history, its system of government and democratic institutions, its strategic importance in the Horn of Africa, and why its le...

Please join me and my special guest, John Wickham, Communications Director for BUFORA, as we explore one of humanity's most enduring and fascinating questions: are we truly alone in the cosmos? We discuss UFOs — or what are now more commonly referred to as unidentified anomalous phenomena — the evidence behind some of the most compelling sightings, how seriously governments and scientists should t...

Please join me and my special guest, musician Andrew Lee, as we explore the importance of music during these increasingly challenging and divided times. We discuss the unique power music has to bring people together, cross cultural and political boundaries, and provide hope, comfort, and a sense of connection when the world around us can often feel uncertain. We also talk about why investing in mu...

Please join me and my special guest, Viscount Jonathan Berry, former UK Minister for AI, for a timely conversation about one of the most consequential issues facing humanity. Could artificial intelligence ultimately pose an existential threat to mankind? Or is the more immediate danger the power AI could give governments, corporations and authoritarian regimes to erode freedom, privacy and democra...

Please join me and my special guest, historian Ulf Clerwall, for a timely discussion on the rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) and what its growing political strength could mean for Germany and Europe. We'll explore what is driving the AfD's rise, why it is attracting an increasing share of German voters, how its success is reshaping Germany's political landscape, and what the consequences...

Please join me for a very special and personal conversation with Lorraine and Jessica, a mother and daughter whose family was brought together through international adoption. We'll hear the story from both sides — Lorraine's experience as a mother navigating the international adoption process, and Jessica's experience growing up as an internationally adopted child and reflecting on what that journ...

Please join me for an important conversation with my special guest, former Zambian Ambassador and Tonse-Pamodza Alliance spokesperson Emmanuel Mwamba, as we examine the fallout from Zambia's recent disputed presidential election. We'll discuss the controversies surrounding the election, what the result and the disputes that followed mean for Zambia's democratic standing, and the political developm...

Please join me and my special guest, UK Green Party member and environmentalist Wanja Kaufmann, as we discuss the increasingly important intersection of the environment and politics. From climate change and energy policy to conservation, economic growth, and the choices governments make about our future, environmental issues are becoming impossible to separate from politics. How do we balance envi...

Please join me and my special guest, Ukraine Government Advisor and Political Analyst Maksym Turkevych, as we examine the growing debate over whether Ukraine should hold elections while the war with Russia continues. With new calls for Ukrainians to return to the ballot box—and President Volodymyr Zelensky warning that wartime elections could divide the country—we'll discuss what an election could...

Please join me and my special guest, Middle East journalist Antoni Barakat, for an important conversation about the reality on the ground in Lebanon—and a country caught at the center of one of the Middle East's most dangerous political and military struggles. We'll discuss Lebanon's continuing political and economic challenges, the enormous pressure being placed on ordinary Lebanese, and the incr...

Please join me and my special guest, Middle East expert Saul Sadka, for a timely discussion about what could be a pivotal moment in the long-running conflict in Gaza. President Donald Trump has put forward an ambitious plan aimed at ending the conflict, disarming Hamas, establishing new governance in Gaza and ultimately securing the withdrawal of Israeli forces. Hamas has agreed to a framework for...

Please join me for a timely conversation with my special guest, Ghanaian energy executive George Wireko-Brobby, as we take an in-depth look at Ghana today — and where the country goes from here. We'll discuss the current economic and political state of Ghana, the challenges facing the country, and the opportunities that could shape its future. From economic growth, jobs and investment to energy, i...

Please join me and my special guest, journalist Thomas Munson, as we take a closer look at Britain's new political era under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Just weeks into his premiership, Burnham has assembled a new Cabinet and begun setting out his priorities for the country. But what does his government represent—a genuine change in direction for Britain, or simply a new face at the top?

Please join me and my special guest, public affairs analyst Jide Ojo, as we take an in-depth look at Nigeria's upcoming presidential election and the political battle already taking shape. We'll examine the leading candidates and emerging alliances, the strengths and weaknesses of the major political parties, and the economic, regional, religious, and political forces that could ultimately determi...

Please join me and my special guest, Global Affairs Analyst Ejike Okpa, for an in-depth discussion of two of the most consequential issues shaping international politics today: the upcoming U.S. midterm elections and the far-reaching geopolitical consequences of the Iran war. We'll examine how the shifting political landscape in the United States could influence American foreign policy, explore th...

Join me and my special guest, former U.S. immigration official Gail Montenegro, for an in-depth discussion on one of the most important and controversial issues facing America today: immigration. We'll examine the Trump administration's crackdown on both legal and illegal immigration, separate fact from fiction, and explore what the policy changes mean for immigrants, employers, border security, a...

Join me and my special guest, Dr. Einat Wilf, former member of the Israeli Knesset and former Chair of the Oz Party, for a timely discussion on the U.S.–Iran conflict and its far-reaching regional and global implications. Together, we'll examine the strategic objectives of the key players, the impact on Israel and the broader Middle East, the role of the United States and its allies, and what this...

Please join me and my special guest, former diplomat and global affairs analyst Pierre Le Goff, for an in-depth discussion on the dramatic rise of right-wing populism and political extremism across Europe. We'll explore the forces driving this shift, the implications for democracy and security, and what these changes could mean for the future of Europe—and the wider world.