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New Thinking for a New World - a Tallberg Foundation Podcast

Tällberg Foundation

Aiming to provoke people to think — and therefore act — differently about the global issues that are shaping their future, the Tällberg Foundation is sharing some of its conversations in podcast form. The podcast invites you to hear from leaders from different sectors and geographies as they explore issues that are challenging and changing our societies.

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29:25

Should We Tolerate the Intolerant?

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2023/08/24

How can liberal democracies deal with the threat of intolerant extremists? Elisabeth Braw, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, draws on the insights of philosopher Karl Popper, who witnessed the rise of Nazism in Europe. She discusses the case of Sweden, where Koran burnings have sparked violent reactions, and the dilemma of protecting free speech while preventing hate crimes. Listen to this episode of New Thinking for a New World to learn more about the risks and challenges of

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37:21

Worth Repeating: Is India Back?

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2023/08/17

India had the world's largest economy until the 17th century but suffered almost 500 years of decline afterward. However, India is currently the world's most populous nation with one of the largest economies, growing faster this year than any other major country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has brought stability to India, making the country economically and geopolitically resurgent. Critics worry that Modi's democracy is too autocratic and inward-looking, rooted in Hindu nationalism. India's future

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12:10

What’s the Point of Freedom if You Don’t Do Something...

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2023/08/10

Shahidul Alam is many things: world-class photographer, Bangladeshi human rights activist, teacher, and author. He is also a provocateur, whose words and pictures force one—sometimes gently, sometimes less so—to confront reality. Alam is also part of the Tällberg Foundation's Global Leadership Network. In that capacity, he recently delivered a short provocation reflecting on the realities of democracy and the challenges of freedom. This is not the usual New Thinking for a New World conversation,

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37:42

Pricing the Priceless: The ultimate, maybe the only...

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2023/07/27

In this episode, Paula DiPerna, a policy expert and author, discusses her new book "Pricing the Priceless," which proposes a solution to the damaging cycle of overconsumption and pollution. She argues that we should pay for the environmental services we consume daily to protect our planet and prosper. Join host Alan Stoga for this thought-provoking discussion on solving the climate crisis and valuing our most precious assets.

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39:01

Trump Agonistes

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2023/07/13

Join former acting U.S. Attorney Joon Kim on this week’s New Thinking for a New World podcast as he delves into the unprecedented legal challenges surrounding Donald Trump. With multiple indictments and trials, including a potential trial while running for re-election, discover the complexities of balancing free speech rights and courtroom discipline. Explore the consequences of a conviction, including the possibility of imprisonment and taking office. Unravel the legal and judicial aspects of

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14:20

Our Blue Planet

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2023/07/06

Earth, often referred to as "Water" due to its 70% ocean coverage, is profoundly impacted by climate issues. These include rising temperatures, sea levels, declining biodiversity, and acidification caused by greenhouse gas accumulation. Marine biologist Asha de Vos, renowned for her research on blue whales, founded Oceanswell in Sri Lanka, the country's first marine conservation research and education organization. In recognition of her remarkable contributions, Asha received the

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38:52

“When you strike at a king, you must kill him”

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2023/06/27

In a recent surprising turn of events, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of paramilitary group Wagner Group, shifted his focus from Ukraine to challenging the Russian army and possibly Vladimir Putin himself. Wagner's forces briefly seized Russian territory and made a rapid advance towards Moscow before reaching a sudden halt and accepting a negotiated deal. The consequences of this insurrection remain uncertain, but it could have implications for the war in Ukraine, Russia's alliances, and most

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38:46

What Does ChatGPT Think?

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2023/06/22

OpenAI's ChatGPT has sparked a new era in human-machine interaction. From medicine to creative works, AI's abilities seem boundless. However, concerns about AI's power and the need for regulation are growing. Can AI be effectively regulated? Who decides what's good or bad? Join Rebecca Finlay, CEO of the Partnership on AI, and host Alan Stoga as they explore these pressing questions in a New Thinking for a New World podcast.

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35:40

Georgia on My Mind

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2023/06/15

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has significant implications for the future. Georgia, another former Soviet country, shares similar challenges. Will Georgia become another conflict zone or secure its future as a Western democracy? Nino Evgenidze, the executive director of the Economic Policy Research Center in Tbilisi, discusses this with host Alan Stoga on New Thinking for a New World.

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36:54

Worth Repeating: Code Red: not for Earth, for Humanity?

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2023/06/08

Join us as we revisit our conversation with Johan Rockström, renowned earth scientist and Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. A year ago, he shed light on the gravity of our situation, stating that "for the first time in human history, we face a planetary emergency." Astonishingly, this remains an urgent reality even today. Recently, an article titled "Safe and just Earth system boundaries" was published in Nature on May 31, providing further insights. For the first time,

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40:46

What’s Love Got to Do With It? Building a Different...

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2023/06/01

In recent months, the Middle East has witnessed significant developments that could reshape the global order, rivaling the impact of Russia's war on Ukraine. These include China's efforts to reconcile Iran and Saudi Arabia, the Arab League's celebration of Syria's President Assad's return, Saudi Arabia's applications to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the BRICs, countries like Morocco, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey distancing themselves from political Islam, and the strengthening

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37:21

Is India Back?

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2023/05/18

India had the world's largest economy until the 17th century but suffered almost 500 years of decline afterward. However, India is currently the world's most populous nation with one of the largest economies, growing faster this year than any other major country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has brought stability to India, making the country economically and geopolitically resurgent. Critics worry that Modi's democracy is too autocratic and inward-looking, rooted in Hindu nationalism. India's future

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29:40

Africa's Arc of Misery: Sudan

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2023/05/11

In this podcast episode of "New Thinking for a New World", the tragic situation in Sudan is discussed where conflict, military rule, displacement, and a crushed economy have ensued since the revolution that ousted Omar al-Bashir. The current power struggle between two generals is causing immense harm and there is a risk of broader conflict in the Horn of Africa. The podcast features Samah Salman, a Sudanese businesswoman and civil society leader who is working towards peace in her country while in

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35:35

Worth Repeating: Looking for Justice, One Person at a...

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2023/05/04

2023 has become a year of recession, inflation, social and labor unrest, war, the ravages of climate etc. One casualty of that mess is the rule of law; justice seems to take a beating when times are bad. Why is that? The demand for justice is not only a basic human right, but also a human need. Is it possible to deliver effective justice at the individual level, to actually make justice systems work for people? Sam Muller, believes the answer is an emphatic, “Yes”. He founded and today leads the

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35:58

Rising China Plants a Flag in the Middle East

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2023/04/27

This episode explores the implications of the recent diplomatic breakthrough between Saudi Arabia and Iran, brokered by China’s top diplomat Wang Yi. How will this affect the Middle East’s geopolitics, security, and relations with the US and Israel? Yasmine Farouk, a scholar of Saudi Arabian and Gulf affairs at Carnegie, offers her insights on this new thinking for a new world.

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33:51

Reflections on the Guillotine

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2023/04/20

French President Emmanuel Macron faces a complicated situation at home and abroad. He’s trying to assert European sovereignty against the US, but he’s also angering his allies and his own people. Is he losing his way or playing a long game? Pierre Lellouche, a former French politician and diplomat, shares his views on Macron’s strategic and political mistakes and their consequences for France on this week's New Thinking for a New World

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38:19

Slouching Towards Texas (If Not Bethlehem)

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2023/04/06

Migration is a long and ongoing story of human history. People move for fear or opportunity, and others resist them. This still happens today: more people flee war, climate and poverty, and more barriers are built. Don’t we have human rights and laws to protect them? Yet the long lines are still there; few make it to the safety they seek. Why? Listen to this week’s New Thinking for a New World podcast with anthropologist Amelia Frank-Vitale

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34:17

Is This Any Way to Run a War?

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2023/03/30

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has settled into a grueling, vicious war of attrition with no end in sight. However, there is a growing consensus in NATO capitals that a long war not only favors Russia but has the potential for nasty, unintended consequences. What does not seem to exist is a strategy to do something about it. Lots of rhetoric: “Ukraine will win” and “we will do what it takes” as well as tactics galore. But define an endgame or a strategy to get there? Missing in action. Anna

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32:50

Needed: New Thinking about Africa’s Debt Burden

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2023/03/23

In this podcast, explore the potential of Africa and the obstacles it faces, including too much debt and a history of mismanagement. With 24 out of 54 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa experiencing severe debt problems, growth and development may be impeded. Is debt cancellation still the answer, or is it time for a new approach? Join the discussion with Bright Simons, a Ghanaian researcher and policy activist, to find out.

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31:43

Is Israel Heading Over a Cliff?

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2023/03/16

Israel seems to be on the verge of exploding. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s pursuit of radical judicial reform has been met with massive and growing street demonstrations. Meanwhile, violence between Israelis and Palestinians is soaring, raising the possibility of another intifada and adding to the sense of looming disaster. Neri Zilber is a journalist and analyst who focus on Israel's - and more generally Middle Eastern - politics and culture. He is deeply knowledgeable, widely published and moves

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