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The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Whether we admit or not or are even aware of it, we are all global citizens. While we are citizens of a particular nation, what happens beyond our borders has both positive and negative effects on our lives. The goal of the Aguilar Conversations is to inform its listeners of issues beyond their borders. Whether those issues are today's headlines, or little-known issues, the Aguilar Conversations engages experts from the world of academia, politics, journalism, religion and advocacy about global…
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- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
What are the implication of Presidents Lula's victory in Brazil?
Prof. Fabio de Sa e Silva of University discusses the implications of Lula's historic victory in Brazil. Professor Silva is a Brazilian legal scholar, social…
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Georgia's Foreign Agents Law: Protection for the people or to silence dissent and consolidate power
Eka Giguari Executive Director of Transparency International Georgia discusses the Foreign Agent's Law its implication and how it has led to the silencing of…
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Ukraine War, is there an end in sight ?
Dr. Michael Rossi professor of political science and international relations discusses the Russian/ Ukraine war, its causes and how he sees it ending
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What's next for Haitian TPS recepients?
Special Projects Editor for the Haitian Times Macollvie Neel discusses the fallout implications from the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Trump…
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Can the United Kingdom's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham succeed where six others have failed.?
On July 20th, 2026, British politics began a new chapter. Andy Burnham became the seventh Prime Minister of the United Kingdom in less than a decade. He now…
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Dr. Samuel Cruz discusses the movement to decolonize the Hispanic community.
Rev. Dr, Samuel Cruz discusses what does it mean to decolonize Hispanic identity? How has the legacy of colonization shaped the cultures, languages, and…
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Flirting With Evil: The Catholic Church in the Age of Total War and Globalization
Historian Ambrogio Caiani discusses his new book Flirting With Evil: The Catholic Church in the Age of Total War and Globalization
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Is Cuba Next for an American Invasion?
Dr. Jorge Duany, professor emeritus from Florida International University, discusses the history of the tension between Cuba and the United States and the…
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The era of Pope Leo XIV
Tony Aguilar speaks with Claire Giangravé, reporter for Religion News Service, about several key issues facing the Catholic Church today, including Pope Leo's…
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Liberalism under attack
Author, historian and CUNY professor Dr. Helena Rosenblatt challenges our modern understanding of liberalism, tracing its origins, its transformations and why…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs NATO still relevant?
Dr. Dafydd Townley Senior Teaching Fellow in International Security, University of Portsmouth Dr. Marlene Wind Professor of Political Science, University of…
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The state of american news media. Can it regain the trust of the public?
Dr. Diana Owen, professor of political science at Georgetown University, discusses the state of American news media
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Can Greenland survive American Imperialism?
Dr. Marlene Wind, professor of political science at the University of Copenhagen, discusses the consequences of America's attempt to take over Greenland and…
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BREXIT: Failure or success?
Dr. Dafyyd Townley Senior Fellow at Portsmouth Military discusses the consequences of BREXIT.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
The crisis in Sudan
The situation in Sudan is regarded as the greatest humanitarian crisis in the world today. Dr. Khalid Mendani discuss the root causes and how it may end.
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveWhat's Next For Venezuela?
Dr. Michael Shifter talks about the crisis in Venezuela
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs the Trump administration looking to split with the transatlantic alliance?
The Trump administration has caused tension with the transatlantic alliance in terms of defense security and trade and seeks to build a relationship with…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs the Trump administration looking to split with the transatlantic alliance?
The Trump administration has caused tension with the transatlantic alliance in terms of defense security and trade and seeks to build a relationship with…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveWill tariffs solve America's fentynal crisis?
As America's fentanyl crisis continues, the Trump Administration is using tariffs to contend with the problem. History however shows that previous attempts to…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveTrump and the mainline church, a conflict of visions
The Trump administration has made false accusations against Catholic Charities and the Lutheran organization Global Refuge about its immigration efforts. Is…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs the media still struggling to find a way to cover Trump?
Over the years news media organizations like MSNBC, CNN have struggled to find a way to cover the Trump presidency. Diana Owen Prof of Political Science at…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveAI and the workforce
As AI has evolved exponentially, how will it affect the workforce? Dara Dotson founder of the Global Workforce Resilience Advisory Board discusses the…
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Genocides throughout the world
Dr. Kerry Whigham Director of Research and Online Education at the Auschwitz Institute for the Prevention of Genocide and Mass Atrocities and Assistant…
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South Africa after apartheid
New York Times Johannesburg Bureau Chief John Eligon discusses South Africa since the end of apartheid
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What's next for the United Methodist Church?
Heather Hahn Associate Editor for the United Methodist News Service discusses the aftermath of the 2024 general convention
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How secure are undersea infrastructures?
Dr. Marion Mesmer Senior Research Fellow in the International Security program at Chatham House discusses the potential conflicts in the Baltic regions…
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Are college being influenced by foreign money?
Joel Kotkin discusses the influence of foreign money on college campuses.
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Claire Giangrave Vatican Reporter for Religion News Service provides update on Pope Francios' Synod on Synodality
Vatican Reporter Claire Giangrave discusses the implications of Pope Francis' Synod on Synodality
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Fighting against government corruption
Kinda Hattar Director for the Middle East and North Africa for Transparency International discusses how they are fighting against public corruption.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Climate change and global warning A Clear and Present Danger
Jeff Ordower Direct for 350.org North America discusses the progress and challenges of fighting climate change and global warning
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
The increasing of internal violence in Haiti and Ecuador
Sandra Pelligrini and Tiziano Breda of the Armed Conflict Location and Event Project discuss the growing violence in Haiti and Ecuador
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Will Taiwan's presidential election result in prosperity or conflict?
Taiwan News reporter Jono Thomson discusses Taiwan's upcoming presidential election.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Why nations must provide more for Ukraine.
Robert Vass President of GLOBEC the prominent European think tank discusses why nations must provide more to support Ukraine.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Is social media a liability for our politics?
Prof Diana Owen of Georgetown University discusses the effects of social media on today's politics.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Israel's war against Hamas
Israeli Defense Forces spokesman Lt. Colonel Peter Lerner speaks about the Israel war against Hamas
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Why is crimmigration a part of immigration policy?
Author and assistant professor at the Marxe School for Public and International Affairs Felicia Arriaga discusses the policy of crimmigration
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Will Pope Francis' synodical conference produce changes in the Catholic Church?
Reporter Claire Giangrave discusses Pope Francis' synod on synodality.
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How will the Israel/Hamas conflict end?
Peter Hoffman associate professor of international affairs for the New School in NYC discusses the Israel/Hamas conflict.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Is there a solution to the global food crisis?
Alice Macdonald Director for the Hungry for Action campaign discusses the global food crisis.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Can a new economic theory explain the constant wealth disparity between various groups?
Dr. Wlliam Darity discusses Stratification Economics
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What are the expectations of the UN General Assembly?
Mark Goldberg of the Global Dispatches podcast discusses the expectations for the 78th United Nations General Assembly.
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveHow close is the world to a nuclear conflict? Part Two
Kelsey Davenport Director of Policy for the Arms Control Association continues discussion about nuclear disarmament and nuclear conflicts.
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How close is the world to a nuclear conflict? Part one
Dr. John Carl Baker of the Ploughshares Fund discusses the state of nuclear disarmament and the threat of nuclear conflict.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Mynamar: Is it a failed state?
Economist Dr. Sean Turnell who was imprisoned by the Myanmar military talks about the civil war in Myanmar and its future.
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Malaysia-Aftermath of the election
Bridget Welsh discusses the implications of the recent election in Malaysia for the nation, region, global politics and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
The crisis in Niger
Dr. Stephanie Savell discusses the coup in Niger and its implications.
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Afghanistan: Can it be saved?
Dr. Nipa Banerjee discusses the plight of the Afghan people since the withdrawal of international forces.
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveBrazil: Reclaiming its role as a global player
Dr. Andre Pagliarini discusses how Brazil under President Lula is looking to re-position itself as a global player.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Dr. Mitri Raheb joins us from Bethlehem in the West Bank to discuss the Palestinian plight.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Religious institutions in international affairs
Isaiah Toroitich, Head of Global Advocacy for the Lutheran World Federation, discusses the role of religious institutions in global affairs.
- The Aguilar Conversations: A Global Perspective
Artificial intelligence: A benefit to society or a clear and present danger?
From the United Kingdom Dr. Dafydd Townley discusses the pros and cons of artificial intelligence
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveThe Global Housing Crisis
Matthew Dunbar and Dr. Maria Carrizosa from Habitat for Humanity joins us to discuss the global housing crisis
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveDr. Zachariah Mampilly discusses the influences of major powers in Africa.
As the world's major powers compete for influence, is the continent of Africa in danger of facing a new form of colonialism?
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs it time to end the Cuban embargo? Part one
Dr. Jorge Duany Director of the Cuban Institute of the Florida International University discusses the Cuban embargo with Tony Aguilar
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveIs it time to end the Cuban embargo? Part two
Dr. Michael Bustamante, Associate Professor of History and the Emilio Bacardi Moreau Chair in Cuban and Cuban American studies at the University of Miami…
The Aguilar Conversations: A Global PerspectiveWhat is the state of the war in Ukraine?
Asami Terajima, reporter from the Kviv Independent and recipient of the George Weidenfeld award for journalism, joins me to discuss the state of the war in…