Political WorldView Podcast

The US Presidential Primaries are completed and the country is set for the rematch few wanted but everyone expected. With the country as divided as ever, our experts examine the root causes of Trumpism, Biden's unpopularity and the urban/countryside divide of the US South. Host Adam Quinn is joined by Sarah Bufkin, political theorist and ex-US political journalist to discuss Trumpism, the GOP's lu...

Special Episode: we bring you a recording of a live US Election Event held at University of Birmingham on Feb 28th. Chaired by René Lindstädt, Head of School of Government, and featuring Lilliana Mason (Johns Hopkins University), Andrew Rudalevige (Bowdoin College), Stephen Bridges (ex UK Diplomat and Ambassador), alongside UoB’s own Sarah Bufkin, David Dunn and Adam Quinn. The panel discusses the...

Britain is now in recession and a general election looms. With economic trouble and ongoing losses in byelections, the Conservatives look set to lose power for the first time in 14 years. Adam Quinn sits down with British politics expert Peter Kerr to discuss where it has all gone wrong for the Conservatives and where its opponents can make gains. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna...

China's fortunes appear to have changed in the past few years, economic slowdown and increased pressure from the US are beginning to take their toll. Adam Quinn sits down with Yi Wang to discuss politics in China, how we got to this point and where the state is headed. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and stay up to date And Like our f...

With the primary process already underway, all signs point to Trump facing Biden in the presidential election at the end of this year. Adam Quinn sits down with Scott Lucas to discuss Trump, Biden and the year ahead for the US. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and stay up to date And Like our facebook.com/polworldview Adam Quinn - face...

Host Adam Quinn is joined by Marco Vieira to discuss the recent election of Javier Milei in Argentina. A controversial figure who has garnered comparisons with Trump and Bolsonaro, Milei's rhetoric on the Argentine economy and moving away from close ties with economic neighbours have shocked the region and beyond. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/P...

Adam Quinn is joined by Dr May Darwich to discuss the current Gaza War in the first of two episodes on this topic. With a focus on the wider region and especially the Arab world, May provides a unique insight into this conflict and the potential ramifications for the international relations of the Middle East. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and stay up to d...

Adam Quinn is joined by Professor Asaf Siniver to discuss the current Gaza War in the second of two episodes on this topic. With a focus on Israeli politics and decision-making, Asaf provides a unique insight into this conflict and the potential ramifications for Israel and the region. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and stay up to date And Like our facebook...

What will it take to end the war in Ukraine? Our podcast discusses opposition within Russia, support from the UK and EU, and the impact of the war on the Ukrainian mindset. Adam Quinn is joined by Professor Kataryna Wolczuk, specialist in East European politics, for this edition covering Ukraine. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and st...

War in Ukraine rages on with no sign of abating. With both sides readying for a cold winter, questions over when and how this war could end are being raised. Your host Adam Quinn is joined by Professor Stefan Wolff to talk about the war, the Russian military's paper tiger and what a successful end to the war might look like for both countries. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna You...

Former US President Donald Trump's criminal and civil trials are dominating the headlines but he looks set to run again in 2024. His likely opponent, current President Joe Biden has had questions over his age and whether he is the candidate to lead Democrats next year. Your host Adam Quinn is joined by Professor David Dunn to talk about these two important figures in the lead up to the elections f...

Adam Quinn is joined by Scott Lucas for a discussion on Donald Trump's state visit to the UK. They are joined by special guests Michell Chresfield and David Dunn for a conversation encapsulating Trump's gaffes during one of the most anticipated state visits in recent times. From inviting too many family members to insulting the Mayor of London, Trump's visit was not without its controversy. We dis...

Brexit is dominating politics in British politics. Adam Quinn is joined by special guests Charlotte Galpin and Joseph Ward to analyse the chances of a second referendum, the European elections and what is yet to come. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/govern…ies/in...

Special Counsel Robert Mueller has submitted his report on the so-called ‘Russia Investigation’. Adam Quinn and Scott Lucas talk what is known, unknown and what has happened in the past number of days. As Trump declares his exoneration, what comes next for the controversial President? We discuss it all here Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Id...

Adam Quinn presents this edition on the breakaway groups from Labour and Conservative Parties in the UK. Joining him today are David Bailey and Tim Haughton discussing the big issues. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/govern…ies/index.aspx You can follow us on Twitter.com/PolWorldView and...

Scott Lucas joins Adam Quinn for a discussion on the topic of the 2020 Democratic Presidential nominees. A veritable battle royale with a large number of candidates already expressing their interest, Adam and Scott shift through the key possibilities and what the important issues will be in the coming year. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Id...

Scott Lucas and Marco Vieira join Adam Quinn for a discussion on the recent Venezuelan election. Economic struggles, crime on the rise and political upheaval in the wake of the death of Hugo Chaves are just some of the issues leading to recent unrest. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/gov...

Happy New Year to all our listeners. Regular host Adam Quinn returns to the podcast with a special guest, Professor Patrick Porter, author of ‘Blunder’ an examination of the British support to the invasion of Iraq. Where did Blair go wrong and what were the lasting effects of the decision to deploy troops in 2003. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University...

The podcast returns to discussing President Trump. Adam Quinn is joined by Scott Lucas to talk about the controversial developments in the presidency. With arrests of former campaign staff and the President appearing increasingly agitated on the issue, does this signal the impending end of this administration? We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of...

The ticking clock is fast approaching midnight, as Brexit looms ever closer. We brought together our largest panel of experts to discuss Prime Minister Theresa May’s deal with the EU and where the United Kingdom goes from here. Adam Quinn is joined by Mark Goodwin, Charlotte Galpin, Sotirios Zartaloudis, George Kyris and David Bailey. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in associatio...

Jair Bolsonaro won the Brazilian Presidential election in October 2018. His campaign has been controversial to say the least, with vitriolic rhetoric and allegations of intimidation of opponents. On this podcast Adam is joined by Marco Vieira, Daniele Albertazzi and Richard Shorten to discuss Bolsonaro’s rise. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of...

University of Birmingham's Adam Quinn sits down with Scott Lucas to discuss the recent murder of Jamal Ahmad Khashoggi, Saudi journalist in a consulate in Turkey. What are the ramifications for Mohammad Bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia? We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham....

University of Birmingham's Adam Quinn sits down with Scott Lucas and special guest Kate Schenck to discuss the controversial nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/govern…ies/index.aspx You can follow us on Twitter....

University of Birmingham's Adam Quinn sits down with Scott Lucas and special guest Tim Haughton in a special edition discussing recent elections in Slovenia and Europe at large. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/govern…ies/index.aspx You can follow us on Twitter.co...

University of Birmingham's Adam Quinn sits down with Scott Lucas and special guest Nicholas Wheeler in a special edition discussing the Iran Deal, Trump and what happens next. We discuss it all here. Produced by Conor McKenna in association with the University of Birmingham's POLSIS Good Ideas Fund. Find out more: www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/govern…ies/index.aspx You can follow us on Twitter.com/...