Moving Europe Podcast

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The podcast on European politics, society and economics. We move across Europe to discuss the key challenges of our time with experts from politics, academia, government, civil society and business. A platform for people to get engaged in building the future of the continent. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@movingeuropepodcast?feature=shared Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/moving-europe/id1820785953 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moving_europe?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Co-founded by Theo Gatterer and Christian Nota

  1. FEB 11

    I Saw Hell one Earth: A War Photographer in Gaza

    Theo and Christian talked with Mattia Bidoli, a war photographer and a Red Cross driver who has lived the horror, the famine and the distruction in Gaza. Through a mental journey, Mattia narrates what does it mean to live in the West Bank, about the Israeli forces, about the dramatic episodes he witnessed.

    1h 42m

  2. FEB 8

    Mental Health in the EU: A Silent Crisis?

    Theo and Christian sat down with Kathryn Abel to discuss how mental health is shaped by social class, gender, and life experience. They explore why intelligence alone doesn’t protect against stress, how work, family life, and inequality affect wellbeing, and why patterns of diagnosis, medication, and suicide differ so sharply between women and men.

    2h 5m

  3. JAN 31

    Benedetta Scuderi on activism, the Sumud Flotilla, and sex education

    In this episode, Theo and Christian sat down with MEP from the Greens Benedetta Scuderi. Global Sumud Flotilla, education, activism turning into politics, Trump, Iran and the future of Europe are just some of the many topics we discussed in the episode. Listen to the episode to know more!

    1h 18m

  4. JAN 23

    The Venezuela Crisis and Financial Exclusion in the EU

    Theo and Christian sat down with Jorge Jraissati, President of the Economic Inclusion Group (EIG), a nonprofit focused on expanding economic opportunity and financial inclusion. Together, they dive into one of today’s most talked-about issues: Venezuela. From the country’s ongoing economic crisis to money laundering, narcotrafficking, and the impact of Maduro’s regime, the conversation unpacks complex realities with sharp insights and real-world perspective.

    1h 9m

  5. JAN 14

    Central Asia: At the Crossroads of Power and History

    Christian and Theo sat down with Terhi Hakala, the EU’s former Special Representative for Central Asia and a senior European diplomat with decades of experience on Russia, Eastern Europe, and the wider Eurasian region. Having also served as the EU Ambassador to Russia and in key roles at the UN and OSCE, Hakala offers a rare insider perspective on geopolitics at Europe’s eastern frontier.In this conversation, they explore why Central Asia matters, whether the region can be treated as a single bloc, and how global players — from Russia, the EU, the US, and China — compete for influence. They discuss Russia’s evolving role, Europe’s vision for the region, energy security and gas supply diversification, border protection, and intelligence dynamics. The episode also dives into EU–Central Asia relations, lessons from Europe’s past dependence on Russia, regional conflicts such as Armenia–Azerbaijan, internal relations among Central Asian states, domestic politics and leadership, the role of religion, youth and education, economic realities, China’s growing footprint through initiatives like Global Gateway, and what Europe should do next.

    1h 31m

  6. 12/19/2025

    Mamdani model in the EU? Between poverty and taxes

    Christian and Theo sat down with Brando Benifei, Member of the European Parliament for the Socialists & Democrats, to unpack some of the most pressing political and social challenges facing Europe today 🇪🇺As the rapporteur of the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, Benifei shows insider insight into why AI regulation has become a top EU priority — and what it means for citizens’ rights, jobs, and the future of democracy. The conversation goes far beyond AI, diving into tax justice, youth employment, education, mental health, social media, housing, and how EU institutions are tackling poverty, healthcare access, fake news, and European fragmentation.From New York politics to Brussels policymaking, this wide-ranging discussion connects global trends with everyday realities — especially for younger generations.#MovingEurope #MentalHealth #EUHousingCrisis #HousingCrisis #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Poverty #SocialMedia #YouthEmployment #Healhcare #EuropeInMotion

    43 min

  7. 11/30/2025

    Former Deputy Minister about gay rights, Giorgia Meloni and why he went into politics

    In this episode, Theo and Christian sit down with Ivan Scalfarotto, former Italian Minister and now Senator, to explore the future of Europe, Italy’s political landscape, and the challenges facing modern democracies. Together, they dive into topics such as Giorgia Meloni’s leadership, trade relations and tariffs, the EU’s global influence, LGBTQIA+ rights, the impact of social media on politics, and what it means to live between Russia and Ukraine before the war. A compelling conversation that examines both the past and the future of Europe.

    1h 19m

  8. 11/30/2025

    Episode #11 - Why Poverty Survives in a Rich World

    Theo and Christian sit down with Martin Frick, Director at the United Nations World Food Programme, to unpack the future of food, global hunger, and the systems shaping our world. From climate change to conflict, they explore how global crises impact nutrition, agriculture, and food security. With 25+ years across the UN, government, and NGOs, Martin offers deep insight into how we can rethink and rebuild a sustainable food future.#MovingEurope #EuropeInMotion #podcast #FoodSecurity #FoodProtection #FoodWaste #HumanitarianAid #HumanitarianWorkers #Spotify #Youtube #Europe #EU Timestamps:0:00 Introduction1:04 Global Food Production & Food Waste5:20 Food Waste in Poor vs. Rich Countries6:50 Innovations in African Agriculture11:00 Fighting Extremism & The Arab Spring13:44 How Wars Impact Global Food Production17:41 The Future of the United Nations19:30 The Trump Administration & Global Solidarity23:40 Carbonization in the Global North & South27:28 Misconceptions About the UN & Media Responsibility33:00 Climate Change & Scientific Evidence37:15 The Geopolitics of Food40:45 The Importance of Nutrition46:10 Should Countries Import or Rely more on Domestic Production?48:30 Intra-Africa Trade51:40 Food Commodities Markets56:47 How the Russia-Ukraine War Affected Food Prices59:24 Combating Food Poverty in Europe1:01:22 Hopes for the Future

    1h 4m
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The podcast on European politics, society and economics. We move across Europe to discuss the key challenges of our time with experts from politics, academia, government, civil society and business. A platform for people to get engaged in building the future of the continent. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@movingeuropepodcast?feature=shared Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/moving-europe/id1820785953 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moving_europe?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Co-founded by Theo Gatterer and Christian Nota

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  • Creator
    Moving Europe
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Moving Europe
  • Show Website
    Moving Europe Podcast