Best Migration Policy Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Migration Policy Institute breaks down immigration actions during Trump’s first 100 days in office 24:18

17h ago24:18

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MPI Policy Analyst Kathleen Bush-Joseph discusses the firehose of executive actions on immigrations.By Norma Martinez, Marian Navarro

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Immigration Actions in First 100 Days of Trump Second Term 1:10:57

2d ago1:10:57

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During his campaign, Donald Trump pledged swift and sweeping actions on immigration enforcement and policymaking more broadly. From his first day back in office, President Trump and his team began delivering on their promised “shock and awe,” with policies ranging from a halt to refugee resettlement and dramatically widened immigration enforcement …

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Lithuania Boosts Border Security Investment, UK Denied Key EU Crime Data, France Tightens Citizenship Standards, German Wind Farm Faces Security Issues, and more... 12:11

16m ago12:11

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(0:10): Lithuania Invests €1.1 Billion in Border Security Amid Russian Threats, Exits Anti-Personnel Mine Ban (2:20): UK Denied Access to Crucial EU Crime Data, Hindering Starmer's Post-Brexit Strategy (4:51): France Tightens Citizenship Rules: Higher Language and Financial Standards for 2026 (6:49): German Wind Farm Faces Security Concerns Over Ch…

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Fiscally Federal or Flailing? The Case of China's Local Government Finances 39:30

4h ago39:30

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With the ensuing trade and tariff war between China and the US, external economic hostility is mounting onto Beijing's ongoing economic woes. The major stakeholders responsible for powering China through this tumultuous economic period are China's local governments. In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Amit Kumar discusses with Anushka Saxena ho…

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SNCF CEO Addresses Train Disruptions, Greece and Bulgaria Sign Water Agreement, EU Seeks CPTPP Membership, Germany Faces Child Welfare Crisis, and more... 11:59

1d ago11:59

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(0:10): SNCF CEO Assures Limited Train Disruptions Amid Nationwide Strike on VE Day Weekend (2:28): Greece and Bulgaria Forge Landmark Water Agreement to Tackle Arda River Irrigation Challenges (4:46): EU Eyes CPTPP Membership to Boost Trade, Counter U.S. Influence Amid Global Shifts (6:51): Germany's Child Welfare Crisis: Lawyer Exposes Systemic F…

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India’s Science & Tech Journey: Past Lessons, Future Directions 47:16

13m ago47:16

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Avinash Shet is joined by Aakash Kumar to trace the evolution of India’s science and technology ecosystem. The episode explores how India’s scientific foundations were laid post-independence under Nehru’s vision of state-led development, discusses the enduring legacy of colonialism, and assesses today’s challen…

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EU Proposes Trade Boost, Germany Classifies AfD as Extremist, Protests Erupt Over ArcelorMittal Cuts, EU Prepares New Sanctions on Russia, and more... 12:42

4d ago12:42

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(0:10): EU Offers €50 Billion Import Boost to Address US Trade Deficit, Urges Tariff Slash (2:32): Germany's Verfassungsschutz Classifies AfD as 'Proven Right-Extremist'; Sparks Debate on Party's Future (5:06): Mass Protests Erupt in France Against ArcelorMittal Job Cuts; Calls for Nationalization Intensify (7:34): EU Plans 17th Sanctions Round as …

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Maritime Power in China's Grand Strategy 46:30

12h ago46:30

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In this episode, Dr Y. Nithiyanandam, Professor at the Takshashila Institution, engages in an insightful discussion with Vice Admiral Anil Kumar Chawla (Retd) on the themes explored in his recent book, "Maritime Power and China’s Grand Strategy". Together, they examine China’s growing maritime ambitions—from its naval expansion and the “String of P…

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Microsoft Expands EU Data Centers, German Economy Grows Fragilely, France Dissolves Extremist Groups, Massive Blackout Hits Iberian Peninsula, and more... 12:47

5d ago12:47

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(0:10): Microsoft Expands EU Data Centers Amid Rising US-EU Tensions Over Data Privacy (2:54): German Economy Sees Fragile Growth Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions and Looming Uncertainty (5:05): France Moves to Dissolve Urgence Palestine and Lyon Populaire amid Extremism Crackdown (7:28): Massive 12-Hour Blackout Cripples Iberian Peninsula, Agriculture Se…

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France Blames Russia for Cyberattacks, Weber Re-elected EPP Leader, Germany Faces Deepening Poverty Crisis, Europol Launches GRIMM Initiative, and more... 12:22

6d ago12:22

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(0:10): France Blames Russia's GRU for Cyberattacks Targeting 2024 Olympic Organizers and Critical Infrastructure (2:38): Manfred Weber Re-elected as European People's Party Leader with Strong Support (4:46): Germany's Poverty Crisis Worsens: 13 Million Struggle as Inflation Hits Hard (7:44): Europol Launches 'GRIMM' to Combat Child Recruitment by …

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Trump's Tariff Pause and Implications for India 31:49

2d ago31:49

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Trump's tariffs have been the talk of the geoeconomics town for the past few weeks. Most recently, he announced a 90 day pause on his own tariffs. What does this pause mean for the world and India? Are there any opportunities that India can catch onto amidst all the confusion that surrounds this tariff regime? Tannmay Kumarr Baid sits down with Anu…

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Feeding Ourselves While Protecting The Planet: Miranda Mertes, Agroecology Researcher & Advocate 1:00:17

3d ago1:00:17

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The current ways we grow food for 8 billion humans are damaging the planet - and it’s harder to grow food on a damaged planet. Industrial farming methods produce plentiful food, but also contribute to climate change, deforestation, pollution, soil degradation and water depletion. Ironically, the systems that have brought affordable food to so many …

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French Authorities Arrest 20, Belgium Faces Nationwide Strike, Germany Strengthens NATO Commitment, Europe Battles Online Child Abuse Surge, and more... 12:50

7d ago12:50

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(0:10): French Authorities Arrest 20 in Nationwide Raids Targeting Violent Prison Attacks (2:19): Belgium Braces for Major Nationwide Strike Disrupting Transport and Services on April 29 (4:51): Germany Pledges Stronger NATO Role Amid Rising European Security Threats (7:14): Europe Faces Record Surge in Online Child Abuse Content, AI Deepfakes Fuel…

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Eight Days Too Late: A Tech Leader's Extraordinary Immigration Journey 29:34

3d ago29:34

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What does it feel like to miss your green card approval by just eight days after waiting for nearly a decade? In this compelling episode, we follow KC Lakshminarasimham's 16-year odyssey through America's labyrinthine immigration system. From his unexpected arrival in the U.S. during the 2008 recession to coming heartbreakingly close to permanent r…

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Aryabhata at 50: The Satellite That Launched a Space Nation 30:39

4d ago30:39

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Fifty years ago, a modest satellite named Aryabhata marked India's bold entry into space. In this episode of All Things Policy, ShreeKeerthi, Research Analyst and Prof. Dr. Y Nithiyanadam of the Geospatial Programme at Takshashila Institution, trace Aryabhata's journey from its creation in Bangalore to its launch from the Soviet Union during the ge…

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Romania Faces Election Turmoil, Austria Fights Honey Fraud with DNA Tests, EU Warns on US Cybersecurity, Costa Visits Bulgaria for Eurozone Talks, and more... 12:42

8d ago12:42

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(0:10): Romania's Election Turmoil: Disinformation, Protests, and Foreign Interference Ahead of May 2025 Vote (2:43): Austria Launches DNA Tests to Combat Honey Fraud Amid Rising EU Adulteration Concerns (5:12): EU Issues Cybersecurity Warnings for US Travel Amid Rising Tensions and Trust Decline (7:33): EU Council President Costa Visits Bulgaria, …

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Internet in the Space Age 37:07

4d ago37:07

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Aishwaria Sonavane discuss satellite internet. We live in a hyper-connected world, and satellite internet mega constellations are the next leap. Thousands of Low-Earth Orbit satellites are working together to beam internet globally, representing a massive infrastructure and space tech innovati…

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Kosovo Closes Serbian Institutions, China Pursues EU Alliance, EU Targets Deforestation with Regulation, Revolut Revenue Soars to £3.1 Billion, and more... 13:14

11d ago13:14

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(0:10): Kosovo Shuts Down Illegal Serbian Institutions, Sparks International Backlash and Tensions (2:24): China Eyes EU Alliance as Sanctions on MEPs End in Bid to Revive Investment Deal (4:52): EU's New Deforestation Regulation Targets High-Risk Commodities for Sustainable Trade (7:37): Revolut's Revenue Soars to £3.1 Billion with 72% Growth, Eye…

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Fronteras: ‘Language is an asset, not a threat’ — Award highlights power of bilingual, Spanish-language children’s books 23:55

7d ago23:55

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Local author Carmen Tafolla and UTSA's Patricia Sánchez discuss the Premio Campoy-Ada and how Spanish literature can serve as a tool for young readers.By Norma Martinez, Norma Martinez

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Maps: The New Mirrors to Our Society 40:37

10d ago40:37

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Maps don't just guide us; they help in decision-making. From our food apps to how well we are prepared for disaster management, location is our new currency. In this episode, Y. Nithiyanandam & Sowmya Nandan from Takshashila talk about how geospatial work impacts our markets, governance and our everyday lives. Location isn’t just a pin—it’s power. …

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Czech Leaders Condemn Medvedev's Threat, IMF Warns Eurozone Debt Risks, Cyprus Accused of Refugee Pushbacks, US Tariffs Impact Italy's Growth, and more... 12:06

12d ago12:06

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(0:10): Czech Leaders Condemn Medvedev's Threats Against NHL Legend Hasek Amid Ukraine Conflict (2:07): IMF Warns Eurozone Debt May Exceed 100% of GDP Amid Economic Uncertainty (3:33): Cyprus Accused of Illegal Pushback of 80 Syrian Refugees at Sea, Sparking Human Rights Outcry (6:13): US Tariffs Threaten to Slash Italy's Economic Growth Amid EU Fu…

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Rethinking Migration: Myths, Policies, and Global Realities 23:32

9d ago23:32

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane sits down with Danish Zahoor to disentangle some of the myths surrounding global migration. The conversation explores the growing backlash against migration in developed countries, tracing its roots to globalisation and examining the potential consequences for global economic integration. It …

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Ukraine Peace Talks Continue in London, EU Launches ReArm Europe Plan, Macron Pledges 32B for Mayotte, Orbán and Rosenkranz Discuss EU Enlargement, and more... 13:15

13d ago13:15

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(0:10): Ukraine Peace Talks Press On in London Amid U.S. Envoy Change and Continued Russian Attacks (2:39): EU Unveils ReArm Europe Plan to Boost Defence Readiness with AI and 5G Innovations (5:14): Macron Pledges €3.2B for Cyclone Recovery in Mayotte, Tackles Immigration and Economic Inequality (7:46): Orbán and Rosenkranz Discuss EU Enlargement, …

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Decoding India's Labour Codes 36:20

9d ago36:20

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In 2019-2020, Parliament passed four labour codes which merged twenty-nine existing labour laws into four broad categories intended to ensure, inter alia, universalisation of wages and social security, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace and formalisation of employment. With the Union government announcing its intention for the implementation of …

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CATL Launches 5-Minute Charging Tech, Germany Invites US Scientists, Krugman Praises Portugal's Economy, Hoteliers Unite Against Bookingcom, and more... 12:33

14d ago12:33

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(0:10): CATL Unveils 5-Minute Charge Tech for EVs, Surpasses Competitors in Battery Innovation (2:42): Germany Invites U.S. Scientists Amid Academic Crackdown Under Trump, Pledges €500 Billion Boost (4:58): Paul Krugman Praises Portugal's Economic Progress, Warns of U.S. Policy Impact (7:22): French and Spanish Hoteliers Unite Against Booking.com O…

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Ripple and Rules: Rethinking the Indus Water Treaty 26:48

13d ago26:48

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The Indus Treaty has been called as one of the world's most enduring water sharing agreements, but is that so? In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Research Analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the Takshashila Institution and Arpan A Chakravarty, Research Fellow at the India Foundation, explore the origins of IWT in the afterma…

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Germany Boosts Defense Spending, ECIPS Warns of EU-Russia Tensions, UK Cancer Patients Face Drug Delays, Bayrou Becomes Oldest French PM, and more... 12:19

15d ago12:19

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(0:10): Germany's €500 Billion Defense Boost: Drone Wall and Economic Growth Amid Russia Tensions (2:20): ECIPS President Warns Germany's Missile Plans Could Spark EU-Russia War, Violates European Law (5:18): Brexit Barriers: UK Cancer Patients Face Drug Access Delays, Rising Costs Post-EU Exit (7:38): François Bayrou Becomes Oldest Prime Minister …

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Social Cost of AI-Generated Art 26:30

12d ago26:30

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OpenAI released GPT-4o, which included art generation, particularly Studio Ghibli-style anime recreation of users’ pictures. This update took the internet by storm, and social media platforms were flooded with people recreating their images in Studio Ghibli-style. Parallely, conversations around the integrity of art/artwork, copyright, intellectual…

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EU Bans AI Assistants in Meetings, EU Eases Deforestation Regulations, Serbia Government Collapses Amid Protests, Zelensky Accuses China of Support, and more... 13:42

18d ago13:42

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(0:10): EU Bans AI Virtual Assistants in Meetings Amid Concerns Over Privacy and Security (2:28): EU Eases Deforestation Regulation Compliance, Simplifies Rules for Companies Amid Global Efforts (5:04): Serbia's Government Collapses Amid Protests; New PM Appointed as EU Ties Strain (8:00): Zelensky Accuses Chinese Nationals of Fighting for Russia; …

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Fronteras: ‘Lupita’s Brown Ballet Slippers’ highlights the importance of diversity for young readers 21:45

14d ago21:45

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Steena Hernandez said incorporating her own experiences as a dancer in a children’s book highlights the importance of diversity in dance and beyond.By Norma Martinez, Marian Navarro

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EU's Safe Countries List Sparks Debate, Doctor Charged with Serial Killing, Cozy Bear Launches Wine Malware, Germany Faces Afghan Resettlement Pushback, and more... 12:01

19d ago12:01

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EU's New 'Safe Countries' List Sparks Debate Amid Human Rights Concerns and Legal Challenges Berlin Doctor Charged in Alleged Serial Killing of 15 Patients, Faces Historic Murder Trial Cozy Bear Launches Advanced Phishing Attack on European Diplomats with Wine-Themed Malware Germany's Afghan Resettlement Efforts Face Political Pushback Amid Urgent …

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The Science and Ethics of De-Extinction 35:50

15d ago35:50

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Recently, a Dallas-based biotech company, Colossal Biosciences, announced that it has been able to resurrect a species of wolf that went extinct around 12,500 years ago. It claims these dire wolves are the “world’s first successfully de-extincted animals.” What does this mean for science, ecosystems, and society? In this conversation with Sarthak P…

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The View from Here: Navigating Business Immigration 90 Days into Trump's Second Term 23:16

16d ago23:16

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In this timely episode of the Immigration Nerds podcast, host Lauren Clarke is joined by Erickson Immigration Group partners, Rob Taylor and Alejandra Zapatero, to analyze the immigration landscape 90 days into President Trump's second administration. GUEST: Alejandra Zapatero, Erickson Immigration Group Partner and Rob Taylor, Erickson Immigration…

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Merz Proposes Missiles for Ukraine, EU Approves Alzheimer's Therapy, Serbia's EU Future at Stake, EIB Launches €89 Billion Clean Plan, and more... 12:06

20d ago12:06

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(0:10): German Chancellor Candidate Merz Proposes Supplying Cruise Missiles to Ukraine, Draws Kremlin's Ire (2:20): EU Approves First Alzheimer’s Therapy Targeting Disease Process, But Accessibility and Risks Pose Challenges (4:33): Serbia's EU Hopes Hinge on Putin Invitation Dilemma Amid Russian Influence (6:46): EIB Unveils €89 Billion Plan for C…

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The Black Sea Deal: A Quick Fix or a Stable Solution? 31:24

17d ago31:24

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The recent talks between Russia and the US discussed reviving a maritime security arrangement in the Black Sea. This has been widely touted as a step in the right direction towards ceasing hostilities between Russian and Ukraine. In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan and Anushka Saxena explore whether this is really the case, and disc…

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Meta Launches AI Training in Europe, Europe Faces Climate Crisis, EU Proposes Stricter Ammo Regulations, PSI Index Surges on BCP Gains, and more... 12:10

21d ago12:10

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(0:10): Meta Launches Controversial AI Training in Europe, Allows User Data Opt-Out Amid Scrutiny (2:29): Europe Faces Unprecedented Climate Disasters: Urgent Call for Action Amid Economic and Environmental Threats (4:52): EU Proposes Stricter Ammo Regulations to Combat Lead-Tainted Game Meat Risks (6:33): PSI Index Surges as BCP Leads Gains Amid G…

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