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The Orientalist Express Podcast

A podcast series by The Orientalist Express that seeks to make foreign affairs interesting and understandable to everyday people.

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Why Are We Here, Episode III: The Israel-Iran War

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2025/06/22

Just hours before the United States bombed Iranian nuclear facilities, Nicholas, Stephen, and Matthew joined to talk about the major escalation between Israel and Iran. Special guest Hannah joined as the team discusses U.S. involvement in Iran, what could happen next, and why we continue to get pulled into conflicts in the Middle East.

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Why Are We Here, Episode II: Attack of the DOGE

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2025/04/12

In “Why Are We Here, Episode II: Attack of the DOGE,” we continue our theme of blatantly ripping off episode titles based on Star Wars movies, and will now turn to taking a critical look at America’s international development program. For nearly 75 years, a central piece of American foreign policy has been that U.S. international development aid works hand in hand with military defense and State Department diplomacy to advance America’s interests around the world. How should we evaluate and

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Why Are We Here, Episode 1: The Phantom Presence

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2025/01/23

We we begin a new administration in Washington, it’s clear that the old way of doing things in American foreign policy needs to be critically evaluated and reconsidered. Core assumptions about why America is involved around the world and why it matters can no longer be taken for granted. The American people have spoken, and it’s time those of us committed to the “traditional” view of American foreign policy need to adapt. So that’s why we’ve decided to shift gears on this podcast with a new series

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Episode 41, Catching Up On American Foreign Policy

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2024/12/11

On this episode, Nicholas is joined joined once again by Stephen and Matthew in our first episode since the 2024 election. In fact, this is our first regular recording in about two and a half years! On this episode, we’ll engage in wild speculation about what American foreign policy might look like for the incoming administration and why it matters to the average American.

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Careers in International...

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2024/10/30

Are you looking for a career with global travel opportunities and mission to help improve lives all around the world? On November 18, Global Minnesota will be hosting a free webinar on navigating international career opportunities in the U.S. Government. In this event, you’ll hear insights and advice from an expert panel featuring representatives from the U.S. State Department, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Commercial Service, and the U.S. Agency for International Development

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Great Decisions Discussion...

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2024/08/14

Global Minnesota’s Great Decisions program features grassroots discussion groups where people from all over the state get together in their communities to talk about the big foreign policy issues of our time. Groups are made up of all different backgrounds including community organizations, church groups, universities, and even groups of friends who want to learn more about complex international issues.On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from a Great Decisions expert speaker,

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Global Minnesota Podcast: The U.S.-German...

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2024/07/17

As a major player in global affairs, Germany has a critical role in steering the transatlantic relationship. Earlier this summer, Global Minnesota partnered on an event with the Germanic-American Institute and the Bertelsmann Foundation to discuss the U.S.-German relationship. The event featured remarks from Irene Braam, Executive Director of the Bertelsmann Foundation, and Rainer Breul, who serves as the Head of Political Affairs at the German Embassy in Washington, D.C.On the latest episode

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Bangladesh to Mankato

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2024/06/26

Global Minnesota’s Classroom Connection program inspires our littlest learners with fun and interactive lessons about a country’s culture, language, and daily life. International volunteers from all over the world go to elementary and middle school classrooms to spark global curiosity about people from other countries. Global Minnesota recently expanded this program to Mankato, Minnesota, further increasing our reach across the state.On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, we are

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Academic WorldQuest with...

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2024/05/17

As part of Global Minnesota’s K-12 Education Programs, Academic WorldQuest engages the next generation of global leaders, preparing them to thrive in and actively shape their globally connected future. Students are challenged to think about the global and local implications of international events by answering a series of multiple choice questions on a variety of foreign affairs topics. They are inspired to continue applying this knowledge and passion as they go forward in the world. Global

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Staff Spotlight with Erin Hart

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2024/04/24

Global Minnesota offers a wide-range of programs in our mission to advance international understanding and engagement in Minnesota. Their efforts include major public events with international dignitaries, grassroots foreign policy discussion groups, K-12 education programs, international student outreach, and international Professional Exchanges. Overseeing all of these programs is Global Minnesota’s Program Director.On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from Erin Hart as she

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Global Minnesota Podcast: State Department Careers...

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2024/04/10

The State Department has a growing number of career tracks and entry points for a variety of professionals. Diplomats in Residence are available to answer questions and share insight with those interested in joining the State Department.On the latest episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from the Diplomat in Residence for the Midwest region, Susan Falatko. She joins to talk about her time in the foreign service, the Diplomat in Residence program, and how to get a job in the Foreign or

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Foreign Policy Q&A with Tom...

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2024/03/27

On January 31, Global Minnesota hosted the popular annual event, the U.S. Foreign Policy Update. In this event, Diplomat in Residence and retired career Foreign Service Officer Tom Hanson discussed the latest foreign policy developments, trends, and challenges facing the U.S. this year. His insightful and wide-ranging discussion included topics like the repercussions from the ongoing war in Ukraine, concerns facing China’s economy, renewed conflicts in the Middle East, and ongoing global

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Democracy in El Salvador...

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2024/03/07

In 2022, Global Minnesota was delighted to host Fellows from the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) in Minnesota as part of our Professional Exchanges Program.One such visitor was Luis Villaherrera, who is fighting for democracy and human rights in El Salvador.He joined The Global Minnesota Podcast to talk about his Minnesota experience with the YLAI program, his recent Obama Scholars award, and the important work he is doing to advance government accountability in Central

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Citizen Diplomacy Day &...

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2024/02/16

On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from Katherine A. Brown, President & CEO of Global Ties U.S. She joins to talk about the national Global Ties Network, their upcoming National Meeting and Advocacy Day in early March, Citizen Diplomacy Day on February 16, and how these professional exchange programs benefit communities throughout the United States and around the world.LinksGlobal Minnesota Professional ExchangesGlobal Ties U.S.Global Ties NetworkGlobal Ties Community Impact

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Bringing the World to...

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2024/01/19

In the Classroom Connection program, international visitors teach sessions on their country’s culture and language in a fun and interactive format that sparks the curiosity of our youngest learners. Marzia Saleem is one of this year’s Humphrey Fellows from Pakistan and recently volunteered at Anne Sullivan Elementary School in the first grade classes of Whitney Newbauer and Amanda Davey.On the latest episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from Marzia, Whitney, and Amanda as they share

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Sudan & South Sudan with Lift Up the Vulnerable

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2023/12/21

On this episode, Nicholas is joined by Sasha Nicolle, founder of the nonprofit Emanate International and currently the Advancement Officer for the local nonprofit Lift Up the Vulnerable (LUV). They are an international NGO working primarily in Sudan and South Sudan to prevent the trafficking and oppression of vulnerable children and women. Sasha also appeared on a previous podcast episode a couple years ago which focused on Emanate International and the critical need for us to change the way we

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Life as an Ambassador with...

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2023/12/21

Earlier this year, Global Minnesota had the honor of welcoming the former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan, Algeria, and Bahrain, Ronald Neumann, for an in-depth public conversation about the critical need to modernize the State Department. He provided a comprehensive summary of ways in which we can better support our diplomats abroad, and the implications of this important work here at home. You can catch that recording here.On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear Ambassador

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Life as an Ambassador with...

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2023/12/08

Earlier this year, Global Minnesota had the honor of welcoming the former U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus, Kathleen Doherty, for an in-depth public conversation about the unique situation of this divided Mediterranean island. She provided an excellent summary of the static conflict in this region and what it means for all of us here at home, as well as the wider world abroad. You can catch that recording here.On this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear Ambassador Doherty continue the

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Empowering New Voices...

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2023/11/01

On this episode, hear from one of last year’s YLAI Fellows who recently returned to Minnesota to showcase his new projects as part of the State Department’s Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund. Leorian Ricardo is Creative Director at Moro Studio, an arts and publishing studio that is leading the development of the comic book industry and providing professional opportunities for young talent and new, underrepresented voices in the Dominican Republic. He shared his comic book workshops called “Be the

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Global Minnesota Podcast: Global Business Outlook...

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2023/10/11

On the latest episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast, hear from the keynote speaker for the upcoming Global Business Outlook John Pournoor. He is the CEO of Government Analytica and has 35 years of experience working at the intersection of governments and industry.He will be presenting the top global business megatrends that will be critical to corporate success in 2024. Catch this episode to get a preview of his discussion and learn more about the can't-miss business event of the year.LinksEvent

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