How is it that a reclusive Mormon community in Northern Mexico became the victim of cartel violence? This week, we look at the Mexican Drug War and consider some of the wider causes of a conflict that has grown exponentially in the past three years. This time we are joined by Social Media Correspondent Jessica Kuang who questions the approach of previous governments hardline approach to cartels and advocates for addressing some of the deep structural issues in Mexican society. Music provided by Ketsa and Zagi.

This weeks episode takes a look at the disqualification of prominent pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong from standing in Hong Kong's upcoming district elections.  Social Media Correspondent Martina Moroney joins us this time to examine some of the underlying causes of the Hong Kong protests and debate the key question: Are Chinese and Hong Kong values really reconcilable?

Just how has Lebanon gone from being described from the 'Switzerland of the Middle East' to having one of the highest debt ratios in the world? We are joined by Martina Moroney today and to discuss why these protests are different from anything Lebanon has faced in the past. We also look at the sectarian nature of Lebanese politics and consider why this is need of reform if the Lebanese people are to move forward.

Music provided by Ketsa and Zagi

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Peace Production, a new podcast from the Organization for World Peace. In this podcast, we will dive into the biggest issues to human security and world peace and discuss how we as a society can move beyond them. This first episode features a conversation with Social Media Correspondent Alex MacIntyre on the subject of the Turkish Incursion into North East Syria and what the wider implications of President Erdogan's efforts to establish a safe zone are likely to be. We touch on the historical context of the Turkish government's feud with the Kurd's and suggest potential conflict resolution mechanisms to bring peace to the region.  Thank you to Ketsa and Zagi for providing the intro and outro music.

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