Preview Mode Links will not work in preview mode

On this show, foreign policy nerds break down the biggest global headlines and give listeners an inside look at the broader impacts of global events on politics, economics, and security. Your hosts are graduates of the Elliott School of International Affairs and avid followers of current international trends and policies, and they will guide you through some of the most pressing topics facing the international system today. The show is accessible for someone with little to no knowledge of international affairs, while still providing a thought-provoking experience for those with a background in the field.

Listeners can expect episodes to be composed of three key segments: information on the subject at hand, analysis of that information, and a forecast of what it all means for your average person. If you are interested in becoming informed about geopolitics and international affairs, or if you already know about the subject but want to delve deeper and create a discussion, take a listen to Geopolitics Rundown: A Walkthrough of Foreign Affairs.

Jun 19, 2020

In this episode, the nerds set out on their journey through the Indo-Pacific region with an analysis of the recent India-China border skirmishes. We explore the complex relationship between the two largest countries in the world, from their rocky past to their current balancing act that has everyone from the US to the...


Jun 7, 2020

This episode is not your average rundown. Today, we explain the geopolitical implications of the Black Lives Matter protests and the government’s response to them.

We go over how the protesters’ message went global, how Trump’s response is eroding democratic norms, and how America's enemies and allies alike are...