Almost Diplomatic

Almost Diplomatic

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Almost Diplomatic episodes

  • EP52 - Christmas Trees & Conspiracy Theories
    In our last episode of 2019 we discuss the impact that Conspiracy Theories can have in geopolitics and on a society. Also, took some swipes at anti-vaxxers. Check out the behind the scenes clip after the outro music.
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    54 min
  • EP51 - The Expanse: Holden Breaks the Universe (Again)
    This episode we talk about the upcoming new season of The Expanse, discussing the geopolitics and hurdles that may impact the future of the solar system!
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    41 min
  • EP50 - Star Wars: New Republic, Old Problems
    In a period of great chaos, notably the time that runs from before Thanksgiving until after New Years Eve, four members of ALMOST DIPLOMATIC embarked on recording a podcast about STAR WARS where they discussed the defeat of the GALACTIC EMPIRE and the emergence of the NEW REPUBLIC! Focusing on such issues as the Military Disarmament Act, Centrists vs. Populists and the ongoing question of how to balance freedom against the need for a strong security state.
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    49 min
  • EP49 - It's my way or the Huawei
    Join us as we discuss the situation surrounding Chinese telecommunications firm Huawei potentially installing it's 5G systems throughout Europe and the security risk that such a move could pose.
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    48 min
  • EP47 - Star Wars: Revenge of the Deep State
    We finally talk about Star Wars again! We focus on the final years of the Republic (32 - 19 BBY) with the prequels and The Clone Wars as source material. So join us as we discuss the legitimate grievances of the Separatists, failings of the Republic and the hubris of the Jedi.
    Behind the scenes clip after the outro music.
    Follow us on Twitter: @AlmostDiplo
    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    49 min
  • EP46 - Berlin: Cold War, Colder Bier
    In celebration of the beginning of a Oktoberfest we talk about Germany and Berlin in particular during the Cold War along with discussing US and Soviet relations in regards to the divided country.
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    46 min
  • EP45 - What is an Oligarch?
    In this episode we discuss to the topic of what is an oligarch? Is corruption a prerequisite? Is it only a Russian or post-Soviet state phenomenon? Must it have a negative connotation?
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    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    50 min
  • EP44 - Kashmir if You Can
    We talk about the ongoing situation in Kashmir and Jammu following the Modi led Indian Government's revocation of Articles 370 and 35-A. This has removed the autonomy of the Kashmir and Jammu areas which have since been under a communication blackout and is being subjected to marshal law.
    Follow us on Twitter: @AlmostDiplo
    Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
    Song: Jail Billz
    Arist: Weeping Icon
    47 min

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Almost Diplomatic is a podcast discussing geopolitics, national security and nonsense over beers.