M.I.Cynic

In this week's episode, Marian Duris (Foreign Policy Consultant to MEP - European Parliament) and I finish our conversation on the unprecedented challenges from all directions faced by the European Union this year. We discuss the reaction of the "V4" nations to the EU's heavy-handed policy on absorbing MENA migrants, Brussels' bullying, the federal/confederal debate, global terrorism trends flowing into Europe, the concept of 'European-ness', "no-go" areas in London + Paris. Lastly, we discuss whether the EU faces an existential threat from sectors in society who do not share a European Umwelt. Join us for a deep dive into the Union's boiling point.

Join us in the final part of our wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation on Afghanistan, in the month following the withdrawal of coalition forces. We are joined in this episode by returning guests: Eliot Wilson FRSA (Co-Founder, Pivot Point) and Gracias Kassongo (CEO, K-Enterprises). Together we discuss whether some sections of society championed the return of the Taliban, whether groups such as ISIS-K will find a new safe haven to launch attacks on the West, the theatre and circus of high-profile televised interviews, the case of Mrs. Arghand, and finally whether the history of terrorism in Northern Ireland can offer any lessons. The K-Voices podcast is a platform which follows K-Enterprises' mission to provide holistic solutions for governments, businesses and NGOs for security, environmental and social problems. Contact us today for more information on how you can lead the way for a safer tomorrow.

In this week's episode, Marian Duris (Foreign Policy Consultant to MEP - European Parliament) and I discuss the unprecedented challenges from all directions faced by the European Union this year. We discuss the Slovakian PM's resignation following the scandal over the Sputnik V vaccine deal, the EU's vaccination barriers to travel, Brexit Britain's problematic blackmailing behaviour and what it might mean for security cooperation, as well as current legal disputes with ruling parties in Poland and Hungary. Join us for a deep dive into the Union's boiling point.

Join us in our third K-Voices podcast for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation on Afghanistan, in the month after the withdrawal of coalition forces. We are joined in this episode by returning guests: Eliot Wilson FRSA (Co-Founder, Pivot Point) and Gracias Kassongo (CEO, K-Enterprises). Together we evaluate the timeliness of the US withdrawal, the activity of other powers in Kabul post-withdrawal, Afghanistan's changing demographics and the challenge of how to define/portray today's Taliban. The K-Voices podcast is a platform which follows K-Enterprises' mission to provide holistic solutions for governments, businesses and NGOs for security, environmental and social problems. Contact us today for more information on how you can lead the way for a safer tomorrow.

Join us once again for the final part of our second K-Voices podcast, where we conclude our conversation on securing tomorrow's Britain. We are joined by Eliot Wilson FRSA (Co-Founder, Pivot Point), Gracias Kassongo (CEO, K-Enterprises) and Chris Ullah (Critical Communications Expert, former Superintendent - Greater Manchester Police). Our expert panel discusses the key areas of tomorrow's security concerns in Britain and beyond: we discuss the challenges and lessons from the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing, mobile device security in light of the "Pegasus" hacks, the role of critical communications systems, and lastly we reveal certain promising steps towards a safer tomorrow. The K-Voices podcast is a platform which follows K-Enterprises' mission to provide holistic solutions for governments, businesses and NGOs for security, environmental and social problems. Contact us today for more information on how you can lead the way for a safer tomorrow.

In this week's episode, Dr. Gustav Gressel (Ph.D., Senior Policy Fellow at ECFR) and I finish our discussion about managing Europe's relationship with an increasingly provocative Russia. We discuss whether NATO's defensive planning is congruent with the Russian mindset, the virtues and limitations of economic sanctions, and what it might take for Russia and Europe to finally live in peace. Join us for a deep-dive into the strategy behind modern Kremlinology.

In this week's episode, Dr. Gustav Gressel (Ph.D., Senior Policy Fellow at ECFR) and I discuss the challenges and trade-offs faced by the European Union as it manages a reinvigorated Russia on its Eastern borders. We discuss recent Black Sea "muscle-flexing", Ukraine's predicament, Russia's ambitions towards former USSR member States, and what could happen if the "Cold War 2.0" turns hot. Join us for a deep-dive into the strategy behind modern Kremlinology.

Join us in our second K-Voices podcast for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation on the topic of securing tomorrow's Britain. We are joined by Eliot Wilson FRSA (Co-Founder, Pivot Point), Gracias Kassongo (CEO, K-Enterprises) and Chris Ullah (Critical Communications Expert, former Superintendent - Greater Manchester Police). Our expert panel discusses the key areas of tomorrow's security challenges, including the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, hostile state actors (such as Russia and China), and finally the nature of Counter-Terrorism within its fluctuating context. Please join us for an enlightening, informative and solution-seeking foray into this topic. The K-Voices podcast is a platform which follows K-Enterprises' mission to provide holistic solutions for governments, businesses and NGOs for security, environmental and social problems. Contact us today for more information on how you can lead the way for a safer tomorrow.

In this week's episode, I finish my conversation with Luis Campos (Analyst in Chief for the Americas at Horizon Intelligence) about the recent upheaval that has rocked Colombia. We discuss left/right violence and de-radicalisation in the demonstrations, as well as the reality of being an OSINT analyst: managing client expectations and striving for accuracy in a highly volatile environment. Finally, we go over the impacts of Covid-19 upon the protests and the future for Colombia and Latin America at large. Join us for a deep-dive into the data behind the riots.

In this week's episode, Luis Campos (Analyst in Chief for the Americas at Horizon Intelligence) answers my questions about the recent upheaval that has rocked Colombia. We discuss his report on the state of transport networks during this unrest, the collection and interpretation of OSINT, correcting bias in the data, political radicalisation in Colombia, and finally the influence of President Duque. Join us for a deep-dive into the data behind the riots.