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Over to Europe is a platform to discuss contemporary European issues with leading minds of Europe. In the podcast, we sit down with the professors, researchers and students of leading European universities to dive deep into issues that shape contemporary Europe.

25/11/2021

2x06 - Preparing for the post-pandemic world

In this episode, we explore how we can build on lessons from the present for more effective global cooperation in the future. In an increasingly inter-connected world, what can be done on an intergovernmental level to improve existing systems and better manage future international crises? We discuss these pressing topics with Inge Kaul (Senior Fellow at the Hertie School and non-resident fellow at the Center for Global Development, Washington, DC), and Stephen L. Roberts (Lecturer in Global Health at the Institute for Global Health, University College London and Visiting Fellow in Global Health Policy at The London School of Economics and Political Science).

31 min
18/11/2021

2x05 - Unpacking migration in Europe

In this episode we discuss those aspects of migration in Europe that are often left out of mainstream discourse, such as intra-European migration, the labour market and the effects of migration on the countries of origin. Joining us in conversation are Natascha Zaun, Assistant Professor in Migration Studies at The London School of Economics and Political Science; Örjan Sjöberg, Chair in Economic Geography at the Stockholm School of Economics; and Alexandru Cârlan, Lecturer at the National University of Political Studies and Public Administration.

37 min
05/11/2021

2x04 - Leveraging technologies for society

In this episode we delve into the unique challenges posed by two of the most transformational technologies of our time: social media and artificial intelligence. We talk to Jakob Johannsen, a PhD researcher working on the impact of social media on democracy at the European University Institute, and Joanna Bryson, Professor of Ethics and Technology at the Hertie School, about how our governance systems, researchers and regulatory bodies are tackling these modern issues.

36 min
22/10/2021

2x03 - Getting Europe through multiple crises

In this episode we dive into the economic response by the European Union to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as the heightened democratic erosion in some member states. We speak with Carlo Altomonte, Associate Professor of Economics of European Integration at Bocconi University, and Gábor Halmai, Professor of Comparative Constitutional Law at the European University Institute, about how the EU has and will continue to face up to these imminent issues.

48 min
07/10/2021

2x02 - Decarbonising Europe

In this episode we explore the biggest man-made threat to humanity: the climate crisis. We talk to Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy at Central European University, and Sebastian Levi, Postdoctoral researcher in the Centre for Sustainability at the Hertie School, about the different aspects of the crisis, the steps taken by the EU to tackle the crisis and the challenges to implement these steps.

47 min
23/09/2021

2x01 - Innovating research

In this episode, we discuss the future of research in European higher education institutions with Guillaume Plantin, Vice President for Research at Sciences Po, and Xymena Kurowska, Associate Professor in the Department of International Relations at Central European University. We talk about the role of collaboration and innovation in research, and how the recently-launched project CIVICA Research can become a positive driver for national academia.

29 min
01/04/2021

1x06 - The future of higher education

In this episode we explore the present and future role of higher education in Europe and the world. We talk to Vanessa Scherrer, Vice President for International Affairs at Sciences Po, and Liviu Matei, Provost and Professor of Higher Education Policy at Central European University, about the social and political functions of higher education in Europe, the impact of technology on education, and the ways in which universities - including the European University alliances - can continue to shape the world in the next decades.

36 min
17/03/2021

1x05 - Social sciences vs societal challenges

In this episode we explore the role and impact of the social sciences. We talk to experts Simon Hix (Pro-Director for Research and Harold Laski Professor of Political Science, the London School of Economics) and Carsten Schneider (Professor in the Political Science Department, Central European University) about the development of the social sciences as a discipline, their key role in solving societal issues, and about CIVICA's research agenda.

40 min
03/03/2021

1x04 - Europe and the world

Europe has played an instrumental role in shaping the world we live in today. In this episode, we talk to Alexandru Mihai Ghigiu (Vice-Rector and Professor of EU policies, SNSPA) and three CIVICA master's students in international relations to explore Europe's relationship with the rest of the world, past, present and future.

42 min
17/02/2021

1x03 - The labour market in a time of crisis

In this episode we explore how the economy behaves in difficult times, particularly during the COVID-19 crisis. With the help of macroeconomists Thomas Le Barbanchon (Associate Professor, Bocconi University) and Cristina Lafuente (Max Weber Fellow, European University Institute), we try to understand the effects of such a crisis on the labour market. We also talk to career development expert Anna von Behr (Hertie School) about entering the labour market during a time of crisis.

38 min
03/02/2021

1x02 - Diversity and inclusion in Europe

In this episode we explore the concepts of diversity and inclusion in a European context. With the help of experts such as behavioural science professor Grace Lordan (LSE) and associate researcher and senior lecturer Maxime Forest (Sciences Po), we understand the nuances of these concepts. Students from CIVICA members Bocconi University, Sciences Po and Stockholm School of Economics share their views on diversity and inclusion.

43 min
19/01/2021

1x01 - Being European

In this episode, we explore the concept of 'European identity'. We try to understand what it means to be European. We talk about the evolution of European identity with Prof. Frank Schimmelfennig (visiting professor, Hertie School). Then, we discuss the experience of being European with three students from CIVICA members Bocconi University, Central European University and the Hertie School. "Over to Europe" is a podcast of the CIVICA community. Selected in 2019 by the European Commission as one of the pilot European Universities, CIVICA brings together eight leading European higher education institutions in the social sciences, humanities, business management and public policy, with a total of 50,000 students and 10,000 faculty members. More info https://www.civica.eu/overtoeurope

34 min

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Over to Europe is a platform to discuss contemporary European issues with leading minds of Europe. In the podcast, we sit down with the professors, researchers and students of leading European universities to dive deep into issues that shape contemporary Europe.

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