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The International Risk Podcast

Welcome to The International Risk Podcast — the premier destination for high-level insights into global risk dynamics. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, an accomplished senior advisor, each episode delivers expert analysis and actionable intelligence on today’s most pressing international risks. From geopolitical tensions and economic upheavals to cybersecurity threats and environmental challenges, we bring clarity to the complex risks shaping our world.Tailored for CEOs, Board Members, senior managers, and

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Episode 228: The New Scramble for Africa with Ian Linden

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2025/05/04

Today we discuss the New Scramble for Africa! Dominic and Ian Linden dive into the differences between the ‘new’ scramble for Africa and the ‘old’ scramble of Africa, how strong the US influence is and whether it is currently weakening - or not, the economic opportunities offered by foreign investments, and much more! Professor Ian Linden formerly taught at the School of Oriental & African Studies in London and is a visiting Professor at St Mary's University, Strawberry Hill, London. He w...

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30:11

Episode 227: Fraud and KYC with Jason Costain

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2025/04/30

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen speaks with Jason Costain, one of the UK’s leading fraud strategists and the founder of Javloc, a specialist consultancy in financial crime prevention. In this deep-dive episode, they examine the accelerating threat landscape shaped by fraud, artificial intelligence, and the unintended consequences of digital innovation. From real-time payment systems and synthetic identities to the manipulation of consumer psychology and the exploita...

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26:21

Episode 226: Arms Trade from a Feminist Security...

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2025/04/27

Today we’ll dive into the often-overlooked realities of how women and girls experience armed conflict! Whether women are the victims, combatants, or leaders in peace-building. From the risks of gender-based violence and the underrepresentation of women in disarmament efforts to the long-term socio-economic impacts of the global arms trade, this conversation is both urgent and essential. Stay with us as we unpack these risks and the intersection of security, gender, and global policy with Anna...

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30:51

Episode 225: Challenges and Opportunities for CFOs...

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2025/04/21

This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Shan Nair to The International Risk Podcast for an insightful discussion on navigating international business expansion amid shifting geopolitical and economic landscapes. Together, they explore how regulatory frameworks, tariffs, and evolving trade policies impact global business strategies. Dr. Nair shares his expertise on mitigating risks, seizing opportunities in international markets, and the increasing role of compliance and strategic foresight for ...

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26:25

Episode 224: Incels and the RedPill in Relation to...

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2025/04/16

Today Dominic hosts Meadhbh Park! They discuss RedPill versus BlackPill and what the differences and common conceptions are. Moreover, they dive into reasons young men might fall into the manosphere and incel groups, and Meadhbh talks about her new book Blackpilled: Masculinity, Media and Incels which has come out recently! Meadhbh Park is a researcher and practitioner focused on the manosphere – the loose network of online communities that promote rigid views on gender roles and misogyny – s...

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36:16

Episode 223: The Recent Earthquake and Military...

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2025/04/13

This episode Dominic is back with guest Ali Fowle to discuss the recent earthquake and the ongoing resistance in Myanmar. They discuss how the earthquake has impacted the war, whether foreign aid has been helpful so far, how the military operates, how people continue living during the war, what we can learn from the resistance now that democracy is declining worldwide, military brainwashing, and much more! Ali Fowle is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and investigative journalist focuse...

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42:34

Episode 222: Rethinking Foreign Aid: Policy, Advocacy...

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2025/04/09

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen is joined by Michael Sheldrick to unpack the far-reaching consequences of global aid cuts and the future of international development. Together, they explore the real-world impact of the proposed USAID reductions, including disruptions to programs like PEPFAR, and the ripple effects on health systems, livelihoods, and vulnerable communities around the world. The conversation touches on how philanthropy, remittances, and advocacy can s...

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33:10

Episode 221: Strategic Business Engagement and...

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2025/04/06

This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Muraly Srinarayanathas to The International Risk Podcast for a compelling discussion on the balance between global integration and local adaptation in today’s business landscape. Together, they explore how understanding cultural differences can enhance business strategy, why companies sometimes overlook local environments, and the risks and opportunities of embracing multiculturalism in an increasingly interconnected world. Muraly Srinarayanathas is the autho...

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Episode 220: The Changing Landscape of Global Aid...

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2025/04/02

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with Dr. Duncan Green, a leading expert on global development and social change, to discuss the evolving landscape of foreign aid and the challenges that lie ahead. As major donor countries reassess their commitments and priorities shift toward national interest, and military spending, the global aid system faces unprecedented disruption. In this episode, Duncan breaks down the implications of aid cuts, the rise of alt...

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39:45

Episode 219: The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape:...

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2025/03/30

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with John Bruce, an expert in cybersecurity law and policy, to explore the evolution of state-sponsored cyber activity, and what these developments mean for businesses and governments worldwide. Cyber operations have changed significantly over the last few decades. Once highly targeted and discreet, state-sponsored cyber activities are now more opportunistic, widespread, and increasingly damaging. In this episode, John break...

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Episode 218: The Future of European Defense: Building...

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2025/03/27

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with Dr. Nicolai von Ondarza to discuss Europe’s evolving security landscape and its quest for strategic autonomy in the face of rising geopolitical tensions. As Europe confronts the growing threat from Russia and the shifting priorities of the United States under Trump, the continent finds itself at a critical crossroads, navigating how to build military capabilities and reduce dependency on the U.S. security umbrella. Dr. ...

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Episode 217: The Risks and Opportunities of AI with...

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2025/03/24

Today we discuss the risks and opportunities of AI with Frank Breedijk. Dominic and Frank discuss the biases of AI, whether AI will pose an imminent threat to jobs or not, whether AI usage can be ethical or not, environmental consequences of AI, the rise of scams with AI usage, and much much more! Tune in now! Frank Breedijk is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Schuberg Philis. In this role he has three objectives, (1) making Schuberg Philis more secure, (2) making our customer...

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32:13

Episode 216: Cyber Threats and Geopolitical Risks:...

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2025/03/17

This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Kailyn Johnson to The International Risk Podcast for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of cyber threats and their impact on businesses worldwide. Together, they explore the evolving role of cyber crimes, and the risks businesses face when they neglect their software supply chain security. They also explore how cybercriminal organizations are becoming more sophisticated, the implications of democratized access to dark web tools, and why busine...

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39:40

Episode 215: Germany’s Election Aftermath: Security,...

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2025/03/13

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen welcomes Paul Hockenos to discuss the outcome of the latest German elections, analyzing the distribution of seats and the implications of the AfD’s growing presence as part of the political mainstream. Beyond domestic politics, we will examine Germany’s evolving role within Europe and on the global stage. How will the election results shape the future of the European Union, including prospects for a common defense policy? What positio...

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Episode 214: Perry Kyles on Exposing the Banking Cartels

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2025/03/10

In this episode Dominic hosts Perry Kyles as they dive into banking cartels. They discuss what a banking cartel is, what it entails, and what could be a solution. Perry offers the alternative of gold and explains what the benefits are! Dr. Perry Kyles is a seasoned expert in economic history and operations, and author of the eye-opening book Gold vs The Banking Cartel: How to Use Gold to Become Your Own Banker. With over 20 years of experience spanning academia and business, and the Operation...

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Episode 212: The M23 Rebellion and the Future of...

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2025/03/06

This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with Joshua Z. Walker to analyze the deepening crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) beyond the commonly discussed issue of resource extraction. With the resurgence of the M23 rebellion, the occupation of key territories, and growing concerns over Rwanda’s involvement, the region faces increasing instability. As M23 asserts control signs point to a broader political agenda that could redefine governance in eas...

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Episode 211: South East Asia's Transnational...

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2025/03/03

This episode dive into cybercrime and how it can affect all of us! We have Jacob Sims on, who discusses how common cybercrime is in South East Asia. He explains the ties between the government of Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar, and the organised crime bosses. Moreover, how the money is laundered, why the government cannot do much, and why they might not want to do much, the forced labour camps being in places one might not expect, and many more topics! Jacob Sims is a columnist for The Dip...

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31:31

Episode 210: Conflict in the DRC: M23 and Regional...

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2025/02/27

!!! Please note that this episode was recorded before M23 captured Bukavu, the second-largest city in eastern DRC. This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen sits down with Bram Verelst to examine the escalating conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the resurgence of the M23 rebellion. As the group captures key cities, including Goma, tensions are rising, with increasing concerns about Rwanda’s involvement, the worsening humanitarian crisis, and the broade...

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37:05

Episode 209: El Salvador: The Impact on Women, Girls,...

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2025/02/24

Dive into the impact on women, girls, and children of Bukele's mass imprisonment. We are joined by Juanita Goebertus Estrada who is the Director of the American Division at Human Rights Watch. She tells us about: The corruption in El SalvadorThe history of El Salvador's politicians with the gangsHow human rights are currently being infringedHow the Supreme Court was overruledWhat Juanita's thoughts are on transnational justiceAnd much much more. Tune in now! Juanita Goebertus Estrada is the D...

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47:48

Episode 208: China, Africa, and the Green Energy...

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2025/02/19

In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, we explore China’s evolving role in Africa’s energy landscape with Fikayo Akeredolu, a DPhil candidate at Oxford specializing in the political economy of energy in Nigeria. We discuss: China’s growing influence in Africa’s renewable energy sector and its long-term implications.The complexities of Sino-African climate diplomacy and Africa’s role in shaping China’s environmental agenda.The challenge of balancing economic growth with sustainabil...

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