The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective

Eka Giguari Executive Director of Transparency International Georgia discusses the Foreign Agent's Law its implication and how it has led to the silencing of opposition to the government. Other Videos of Eka Gigauri   • Eka Gigauri. Transforming Mindsets: A Cruc...     • Eka Gigauri on Georgia's fight against cor...  

Dr. Michael Rossi professor of political science and international relations discusses the Russian/ Ukraine war, its causes and how he sees it ending

Special Projects Editor for the Haitian Times Macollvie Neel discusses the fallout implications from the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Trump administration decision to end Temporary Protective Status

On July 20th, 2026, British politics began a new chapter. Andy Burnham became the seventh Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in less than a decade. He now faces an entirely different challenge, governing the entire United Kingdom. The questions confronting the new Prime Minister are enormous. Can he tackle Britain's cost of living pressures, housing crisis, struggling public services and social care system while maintaining control of government finances, Burnham has gone from Manchester's town hall to 10 Downing Street. Now comes the difficult part governing Britain. Dr Dayvvd Townley, of the University of Portsmouth Military Education team and the author of "The Year of Intelligence in the United States" joins us today to discuss the challenges that will be facing the new Prime Minister

Rev. Dr, Samuel Cruz discusses what does it mean to decolonize Hispanic identity? How has the legacy of colonization shaped the cultures, languages, and histories of Hispanic communities, and how are people today reexamining that legacy?In this episode, we explore the history of Spanish colonization in the Americas and its lasting impact on Indigenous peoples, African descendants, and modern Hispanic identities. We discuss how colonial systems influenced language, religion, education, and social structures, while also highlighting the resilience and contributions of the diverse communities that have shaped Hispanic cultures.Through historical context and contemporary perspectives, this podcast examines the ongoing conversation about reclaiming cultural heritage, recognizing overlooked histories, and understanding the complexities of identity in a post-colonial world. Rather than offering simple answers, we invite listeners to think critically about how the past continues to influence the present and what decolonization can mean for individuals and communities today.Join us as we uncover the stories, perspectives, and voices that help paint a fuller picture of Hispanic history and identity.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh01ZZV8OWo&t=5014s

Historian Ambrogio Caiani discusses his new book Flirting With Evil: The Catholic Church in the Age of Total War and Globalization

Dr. Jorge Duany, professor emeritus from Florida International University, discusses the history of the tension between Cuba and the United States and the possibility of a military invasion by the United States.

Tony Aguilar speaks with Claire Giangravé, reporter for Religion News Service, about several key issues facing the Catholic Church today, including Pope Leo's recent trip to Spain, his encyclical Magnificas Humanitas, the Vatican's decision to describe other Christian denominations as "flawed," his position on the LGBTQ community and Pope Leo's ongoing disagreements with President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance.

Author, historian and CUNY professor Dr. Helena Rosenblatt challenges our modern understanding of liberalism, tracing its origins, its transformations and why it continues to struggle in today's political landscape.

Dr. Dafydd Townley

Senior Teaching Fellow in International Security, University of Portsmouth

Dr. Marlene Wind

Professor of Political Science, University of Copenhagen & Director, Centre for European Politics

They discuss the future of NATO