The International Risk Podcast

Today Dominic has Amanda McClelland on the show. They dive into pandemics, epidemics, how climate change might influence the rise of epidemics, what future responses should be would another pandemic occur, and much more! Amanda McClelland is a globally recognised leader in epidemic prevention and public health management. Amanda has been on the frontlines of some of the most pressing global health...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Marion Messmer, a senior research fellow in the International Security Programme at Chatham House. Dr. Messmer discusses the deterioration of Russia's relationship with the West, the importance of protecting NATO member's critical infrastructure, arms control, nuclear risk reduction, and the significance of continued international cooperation.  Befor...

This midweek, Dominic Bowen welcomes Juan Carlos Machorro to The International Risk Podcast to dive into the complexities of the United-States Mexico Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). Together, they discuss the origins of the USMCA agreement, the critical elements of the 2026 Joint Review, the implications of Mexico’s judicial reforms, Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, and the urgent need to strength...

Welcome back!  Dominic has Ali Fowle on this week to discuss the ongoing civil war in Myanmar/Birma. Listen to the what happened in Myanmar on the 1st of February 2021, and why it happened. Moreover questions like 'Who is fighting who?' 'Where are the ethnic armed groups getting their support, money, and weapons from?' 'What has been the effect on the civil population?&apo...

This midweek, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Joshua Meltzer to The International Risk Podcast for an in-depth exploration of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and its evolving role in North American trade. Together, they discuss the significance of the USMCA in maintaining economic competitiveness, the implications of Trump's tariff threats and other Trump policy initiatives , and...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Leila Alieva, a distinguished expert in Russia-West relations and the political economy of energy transition. Dr. Alieva focuses on the influence of soft power, sharing her insights on the evolving dynamics of international politics, energy security, and democratisation in resource-rich states.  Dr. Leila Alieva is an Associate of Russian and East European Stu...

Tune in now to hear everything about El Salvador and its current crime management! This week Dominic has Juan David Rojas on The International Risk Podcast. They discuss Bukele's crime mitigation in El Salvador, and dive into authoritarianism, Bukele's popularity, gangs and violence, how international gangs operate, amongst others. Juan David Rojas is a Columnist at Compact and a Consult...

In this episode, we are joined by the acclaimed Doug Livermore, a man with extensive experience in active combat and within US intelligence services. Mr Livermore engages in an in-depth discussion regarding the evolution of the Ukraine war, the impact of increased drone warfare and the risks and solutions surrounding Russian aggression in the Baltic Sea and Africa.  Doug Livermore is currently the...

In this compelling episode of The International Risk Podcast , we are joined by Professor S. Michael Lynk , renowned legal scholar and former UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian Territory. Together, we dive deep into the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) landmark ruling in the South Africa v. Israel case, which declared Israel’s occupation of Palesti...

This week's mid-week episode is between Dominic and Dr Abdulhaleem. They discuss the intricacies and difficulties of the electoral system in Iraq, including the significant corruption and voter apathy that has been ever present in its post-2003 electoral system, the numerous reforms that have been introduced and an assessment of the international risks posed by the continued shortcomings of e...

Happy New Year from all of us at The International Risk Podcast ! We’re excited to kick off 2025 with the launch of Season 5, and what better way to start than by answering your questions? Join Elisa, Rima, and Dominic as they dive into listener-submitted topics, tackling some of the most pressing international risks shaping our world. From geopolitical tensions to organizational resilience, we ex...

This week on The International Risk Podcast we discuss Chemical and Biological Warfare with Doctor Brett Edwards. We discuss the history of chemical and biological warfare, explaining that it has been around for longer than we thought! Then we move onto the current risks, the ongoing wars, and, discuss whether there are any risks for us. Tune in now to find out. Dr. Brett Edwards is currently a Se...

Merry Christmas from The International Risk Podcast Team! Today we discuss the increase of violence and the reasons behind it, in Papua New Guinea. A few questions you'll get answered: What is Papua New Guinea's history with sorcery? Why has there been an increase in violence? And, what are the opportunities for businesses? Tune in to hear them answered! Andrew Molen is the editor of Wan...

In this compelling episode of The International Risk Podcast , we are honored to welcome Ms. Sahar Al-Jobury, Chief of the UNRWA Representative Office in Cairo. With over 30 years of humanitarian experience across multiple United Nations agencies, Ms. Al-Jobury brings unparalleled insights into the critical role of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East...

In this week's midweek episode, we explore the institutional and socioeconomic risks and opportunities facing Syria in the aftermath of the Assad regime. Joined by Zaki Mehchy, we delve into the critical steps that both the international community and Syria's next government must prioritize in the coming years. From resilience-building and community engagement to targeted investments in...

In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, Joseph Daher and Dominic discuss the collapse of the Assad Regime and the risks and opportunities for Syria in a post-Assad world. Joseph Daher , is a Swiss-Syrian academic and activist. He currently teaches at the University of Lausanne (Switzerland), and at the University of Ghent (Belgium) and has been an affiliated professor at the European Un...

In this  episode, we are joined by the insightful  Mr. Mikatekiso Kubayi , a distinguished voice from South Africa and a renowned thinker on global power dynamics. Mr. Kubayi wears many hats: researcher at the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD) associated with UNISA, fellow at the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation (IPATC) at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), and a PhD candidat...

Tune in to hear Stefan Wolff discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine. Dominic and Stefan also discuss the Moldovan Elections, Mark Rutte becoming General-Secretary of NATO, and the influence of the US Elections on the war in Ukraine and find out what the thought outcome will be with Trump being re-elected for office. Stefan Wolff is Professor of International Security and Head of Department of the Poli...

In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of emerging technologies on modern warfare and international security with Alexandra Ba-Tin, a doctoral candidate at the University of Edinburgh specialising in hybrid warfare and AI ethics. Ba-Tin brings her unique expertise in defence, security, and data privacy to explore critical questions facing militar...

Dive into China's complex involvement in the Middle East with Barbara Kelemen and our host, Dominic Bowen. Covering vast topics from China's Belt and Road Initiative, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, how China is balancing its strategic partnership with Iran, and China's relationship with Afghanistan since the US withdrawal of troops. Barbara Kelemen studied in China ( Peking U...

In this episode of the International Risk Podcast, host Dominic Bowen speaks with Julia Ebner, a senior research fellow at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue and leader of the Violent Extremism Lab at the University of Oxford. As one of the foremost experts in extremism and radicalisation, Julia shares insights from her decade-long research, including her remarkable undercover investigations int...

Join us on our analysis of another Trump term. We discuss with Lara Kristjansdottir what the consequences are for US, Chinese and EU businesses for the threatened import tariffs. In addition, we discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine and what we think will happen now that Trump is in power. Finally, will Trump fulfil his 100 day promise of cutting down electric prices and fuel? Will he indeed close th...

This week we dive into the role of misinformation with Sander van der Linden. We discuss what effect the British government could have with their promise of a crackdown on extreme misogyny. Moreover, with Sander's background in Psychology, we dive into the question as to why people believe misinformation and what might be done to counteract the rise of misinformation. Finally, hand-in-hand wi...

With the US election next week, we sit down with two of the world's foremost experts on terrorism: Bruce Hoffman, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and Georgetown University professor, and Jacob Ware, Research Fellow at CFR and specialist in far-right extremism. Together, they discuss their groundbreaking new book, God, Guns, and Sedition , which examines the evolving landscap...

After the recent terrorist attack in Turkey, Dominic interviewed Serap Dalmizrak , a risk expert and management consultant at 2Secure Strategic Advisory . They discuss the best ways European businesses and companies can handle international risks and terrorist attacks, and give tips to what a company needs to avoid a crisis situation. The International Risk Podcast is a weekly podcast for senior e...