UNFILTERED

What is the "manosphere," and how are anti-feminist and extreme misogynistic narratives infiltrating the digital spaces of young men and boys across Europe?In this episode of Unfiltered, we dive deep into the algorithms, influencers, and political dynamics fueling the rise of online manosphere communities. We are joined by Raquel García Hermida-Van Der Walle, Member of the European Parliament, to discuss how these digital subcultures weaponize loneliness, spread disinformation, and pose a genuine threat to gender equality and democratic values.Tune in as we break down what policymakers are doing to combat online radicalization, protect young minds, and champion a progressive, inclusive future for everyone.

In this episode of UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take, ALDE Party sits down with political philosopher Sven Gerst, author of Making Liberalism Sexy Again and The Populist Playbook, to explore whether liberalism has become too comfortable, too cautious – and too boring.Sven discusses why populist movements often capture attention more effectively, whether the old left-versus-right political divide still makes sense and how liberals can build a more compelling vision for the future without abandoning their core values.Subscribe for more conversations on politics, policy and current events.

Can hope still win in politics?In this episode of UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take, ALDE Party sits down with Felix Klos from D66 to discuss how optimism can still break through in a political climate often dominated by fear, outrage and negativity.Following D66’s successful hopeful campaign in the Netherlands, Felix shares insights on what made the message resonate, how liberals can avoid copying far-right tactics, and why hope can still be a powerful force in modern politics.Subscribe for more conversations on politics, policy and current events.

We’re kicking off Season 2 UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take on Today’s Hottest Issues, with a tough question. Can a political party really start over from scratch?

Leader of Anders, formerly Open VLD, Frédéric De Gucht joins us for a candid discussion on why he rebranded the party, how he’s ensuring buy-in from members and what “different” truly means. We also dig into how positive campaigning and connecting with people can help liberals succeed. Plus: a 60-second challenge on Belgium and another “Hero or Zero” lightning round.

With the support of the European Parliament. The sole liability rests with the author; the European Parliament is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein.

In this episode of UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take on Today’s Hottest Issues, we ask the big, uncomfortable question: Can the European Green Deal survive? With Romina Pourmokhtari, Swedish Minister for Climate and Environment, recorded live at the ALDE Party Congress in Brussels.

UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take on Today’s Hottest Issues, we ask the big, uncomfortable question: Do we need a European army? With Marie Agnes Strack Zimmermann, from HelsinkiWith the support of the European Parliament. The sole liability rests with the author; the European Parliament is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein.

In this first episode of UNFILTERED: The Liberal Take on Today’s Hottest Issues, we ask the big, uncomfortable question: Is the European economy in decline, and are our own policies to blame?

ALDE Party President Svenja Hahn joins us for a candid discussion on innovation, global competitiveness and why we need to cut red tape. We also dig into what the second Trump presidency means for transatlantic trade and how Europe should respond to rising tariffs and protectionism.

Plus: the 60-second EU policy challenge and our first-ever “Hero or Zero” lightning round.

With the support of the European Parliament.

The sole liability rests with the author; the European Parliament is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein.