Global Inquirer

In this episode, we discuss the history and impact of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Placed under Azerbaijani authority since the dissolution of the USSR, the Nagorno-Karabakh region and its historically Armenian-majority population have long been in limbo. In September 2023, the vast majority of these ethnic Armenians were forced out of the region. How did this happen? Was this a sudden ethnic conflict or a longstanding nation-building effort? Join the Global Inquirer in looking through the lens of student research, the Armenian diaspora, and a scholar of Soviet history to uncover this often-overlooked tragedy.

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researchers: Danial Butt, Raffi Kanayan, Cristina Racanelli

Consulted Experts: Armik Mirzayan (UVA Anthropology); Jeffrey Rossman (UVA History)

Executive Producer: Reece Kaplan

In this episode, we provide an introduction into the world of international cybercrime. Discover how it works, who's involved, and why it matters.

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researchers: Jack Cooper, Barbara Uzun

Executive Producer: Reece Kaplan

In this episode, we provide an overview of what ranked choice voting is and why it is being advocated for in American politics. Who does this system stand to benefit? Will it be implemented further? Find out in our Season 12 opener!

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researchers: Andrew Chand, Reece Kaplan, Leslie Lan

Consulted Experts: J. Miles Coleman, Nick Co

In this episode, we discuss the arguments for and against one of the most intriguing rules in American government: the filibuster. Does it protect minority opinion, or does it result in the rule of the minority? Is the filibuster going anywhere? Find out in this episode, our season finale!

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researcher: Andrew Chand

Consulted Expert: Craig Volden

In this episode, we pick up our discussion on the War in Ukraine. We focus on the impact of Finland's ascension to NATO along with the importance--and possible future impacts--of the war.

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researcher: Reece Kaplan

Consulted Expert: Kyrill Kunakhovich (UVA history professor)

In this episode, we look more closely at the War in Ukraine, focusing on the Russian public's perspective, historical factors driving the war, and the role of territory.

Host: AJ Laurienti

Researcher: Reece Kaplan

Consulted Expert: Kyrill Kunakhovich (UVA history professor)

In this episode, we explore current Chinese Foreign Policy initiatives and their ramifications for the international community.

Glenn Allen Youngkin defeated Terry McAuliffe in the 2021 Virginia gubernatorial election. How did he do it? Listen here as we zoom in on Youngkin's education platform and the consequences it has moving forward.

This podcast discusses the persistence of sexual exploitation and abuse and gender-based violence through the humanitarian sector. It examines power dynamics between humanitarian workers and local populations, systems of accountability, and successful, sustainable aid models. Tune in to hear about the nuances of aid and intervention from Global Consultant on GBV, Jeanne Ward, prospective global studies student, Livie Nute, and political science Major, Yijing Shen.

In recent years Right Wing Nationalism has resurfaced within many great world powers. As the waves of these movements shift the balance of power at the domestic level, they impact trends across the globe. This podcast delves into how Right Wing Nationalism appears in Europe, the outcomes it has produced historically, and current consequences due to its recent global rise. We analyze how certain trends in these movements have shaped the American political sphere and gain a deeper insight on European stances from local students.

Host:

Hannah Malcolm

Researchers:

Luke Somers

Riley Fay

Rea Zulfikar

Shrinidhi Kittur

Special Guest:

Simon in Münster, Germany

Max in Ulm, Germany

Editor:

Jessica Ji