Election 2024 | Democracy on the Edge?
In our latest episode of The Focus, we sit down with Dr. Roy Casagranda to delve into the high-stakes landscape of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. With democracy, alliances, and the global order on the line, Dr. Casagranda unpacks the complexities surrounding Trump AND Harris as presidential c…
Middle East at War | Israel vs. Iran
🔥 Iran's Largest Missile Barrage Yet! 🔥 In this explosive episode of The Focus, we dive into the unprecedented Iranian missile strikes on Israel in 2024, the largest of its kind since the conflict began. With 200 ballistic missiles fired, retaliation for the assassinations of key Hamas and Hezbol…
A Harris Doctrine? Kamala Harris' Foreign Policy
Is there a new 'Harris Doctrine' on the horizon? Join Yale historian Dr. Michael Brenes as we unpack Kamala Harris's foreign policy vision in our latest podcast! Show Notes: You can contact Michael here: X: @mbrenes1 Substack: michaelbrenes.substack.com Books published by Michael – And, as me…
AUKUS In an Age of Unrestricted Competition
In this episode of The Focus, host John Bruni sits down with Professor John Blaxland to unravel the complexities of the AUKUS security pact and its implications for global power dynamics. As the world shifts into an era of unrestricted competition between China & the U.S., what does AUKUS really me…
Unmasking Iran | Israel’s Biggest Misconceptions
In our latest episode of The Focus, we sit down with Dr. Ori Goldberg, a leading expert on Iran’s political and religious landscape, to dive deep into the complexities of Israel-Iran relations. Show Notes X: @ori_goldberg Articles by Ori "What Israelis Don’t Want to Hear About Iran and Hezbollah…
Depopulation Crisis | Point of No Return?
In our latest episode of The Focus, renowned demographerDr. Paul Morland unpacks one of the most controversial and alarming issues of our time: global depopulation. What happens when the world's population shrinks? How does this shift impact economies, geopolitics, and future generations? Are we tr…
Wagner Group After Prigozhin | Russia’s New Paramilitary Era
In this gripping episode of The Focus, we delve into the aftermath of the Wagner Group’s fall from grace and the emergence of a new era in Russian paramilitary operations. Join us as Dr. Ladd Serwat unpacks the intricate power shifts, the rise of the 'Africa Corps', and the lasting impact of Prigoz…
Frontlines & Forecasts: Ukraine’s Kursk Gamble
Join us on "The Focus" as we dive deep into the Ukrainian Kursk Incursion with Commander of the Royal Danish Navy and YouTuber, Anders Puck Nielsen. This episode provides expert analysis on Russian military tactics and the strategic implications for the region. Captain Nielsen brings his extensive …
Deception & Sovereignty
Join us on The Focus as we delve into the world of deception and skullduggery surrounding the failed Franco-Australian Submarine Deal. Investigative journalist and author Andrew J. Fowler exposes the hidden truths and political manoeuvres that jeopardised Australia's sovereignty and led us to AUKUS…
Revolution or Ruin: Evanna Hu on AI’s Unstoppable Impact on Society
Are We Ready for AI to Surpass Human Intelligence by 2045? Join The Focus Podcast with technologist Evanna Hu as we delve into how AI developments, and AI regulation will impact on our future! Show Notes: Omelas Website – https://www.omelas.io/#1 Evanna’s bio: https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/…