Coffee Break with Paolo

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach talks about Charter Schools, secondary education entities funded by taxpayer dollars but run by private entities. On average, students attending these schools perform better. Can these experiments produce tomorrow’s new standard?

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach talks with Peter Schechter, a seasoned expert on Latin America, and the co-host of the podcast Altamar. Peter discusses key developments in problem countries such as Venezuela, Brazil and Argentina. He also points out positive changes in Colombia, Peru and Chile.

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach talks with Linda Rahal and Elizabeth Kohler Maya, immigration attorneys. The discussion is about current laws affecting residency, work permits, student visas, asylum, and a lot more. Can US elected leaders at some point agree on sensible reforms that will allow immigration to take place in a way that will strengthen America?

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach discusses the implication of the abrupt suspension, maybe cancellation, of all peace talks between the US and the Taliban in Afghanistan announced by US President Donald Trump. Does this mean that America is prepared to keep a military presence in Afghanistan for many more years? Will the US stay engaged? What about support for the country’s fragile economy?

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach talks with Doug Macgregor, retired US Army Colonel, PhD and author of five books. The discussion focuses on the misguided security priorities that are at the foundation of prolonged and wasteful military engagements, such as the occupation of Afghanistan and the war in Iraq.

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach discusses the implications of new findings indicating that babies need direct contact with their mothers in the critical first year of life. Day care centers, even if available and affordable, are not enough. This is about the healthy development of our children. What can be done

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach hosts Lou Pugliaresi, and eminent energy expert, currently President of the Energy Policy Research Foundation, based in Washington DC. The conversation begins with the US energy renaissance which made America into the world leading oil and gas producer. It continues with a discussion on global warming, renewables and EVs.

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach hosts Zsofia Racz, analysts with the Budapest-based Center for Fundamental Rights. The discussion focuses on the resurgence of nationalism in Europe, and the ultimate objectives and limits of the process of European integration.

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach hosts Mark Meirowitz, Associate Professor at SUNY Maritime College and Global Policy Institute Fellow. The discussion focuses on problems related to Turkish weapons purchases, differences over Gulen, the future of Syria, security and energy issues in the Eastern Mediterranean.

In this episode, Paolo von Schirach hosts John Sitilides, geopolitical strategists at Trilogy Advisors, and Diplomacy Consultant at the U.S. Department of State. The discussion focuses on the implications of growing tensions with Iran, U.S. disengagement from Afghanistan and Iraq, the future of NATO and the challenges represented by China’s economic and military rise.