NUPR-spectives

Northeastern University Political Review
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NUPR-spectives

NUPR-spectives is the Northeastern University Political Review's podcast. Hosted by Bryan Grady, NUPR-spectives features conversations with NUPR contributors on many different topics including domestic issues, social justice, foreign policy, and more. The Northeastern University Political Review seeks to be a non-affiliated platform for students to publish essays and articles of the highest possible caliber on contemporary domestic and international politics, as well as critical reviews of political books, film, and events. Produced by: Maxwell Huber, Ariana Bennet, & Bryan Grady

  1. Episode 18: "Japanese Domestic and International Politics under the new Kishida Administration” with Rintaro Nishimura

    12/02/2021

    Episode 18: "Japanese Domestic and International Politics under the new Kishida Administration” with Rintaro Nishimura

    Bryan interviews fifth-year Rintaro Nishimura regarding the recent Japanese general and Prime Ministerial elections, discusses the trajectory of several domestic issues under the new administration headed by Fumio Kishida, and the role played by the United States and other partners in international matters, especially within Asia. Make sure to check out Rintaro’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Photo Credit: 切干大根, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com. Tags: Japan, prime minister, Kishida, LDP, Liberal Democratic Party, Japanese politics, climate change, nuclear, Asia, election, CDP, Komeito, JCP, China, North Korea

    49 min
  2. Episode 17: “Global Health Institutions and the Importance of Leadership” with Carlos Arriaga Serrano

    10/19/2021

    Episode 17: “Global Health Institutions and the Importance of Leadership” with Carlos Arriaga Serrano

    Bryan interviews Ph.D. student Carlos Arriaga Serrano about his most recent piece at NUPR, regarding COVID-19, global health organizations, and the need for good global governance. The conversation expands out to discussions on climate change work, and what the future holds for the role of supranational organizations. Make sure to check out Carlos’ piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com. Photo Credit: United State Mission Geneva via Flickr. CC BY-ND 2.0. https://flic.kr/p/9J42FX

    31 min
  3. Episode 16: “Discourse & the Israel/Palestine Conflict” with Noah Colbert

    07/29/2021

    Episode 16: “Discourse & the Israel/Palestine Conflict” with Noah Colbert

    NUPRspectives new host Bryan Grady sits down with rising sophomore and NUPR digital director Noah Colbert, in order to discuss the past and present of the Israel/Palestine conflict, as well as the role of rhetoric about the conflict in countries like the USA and UK. Make sure to check out Noahs’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Episode art used under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) license Usaid via Flickr Art Link: https://flic.kr/p/WcPycy Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com.

    40 min

  4. 04/26/2021

    Episode 15: “American Democracy Doesn’t Represent You” with Milton Posner

    Milton Posner joins Max & Ariana to discuss what he sees as the critical flaws in American democracy and how we can start fixing them. This includes voter suppression, gerrymandering, and the structure of the Senate.  Milton also joins Ariana for “Class Struggle.” Make sure to check out Milton’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com.

    50 min

  5. 04/10/2021

    Episode 14: “Christians, Court, & Coffee Cups” with Hannah Nivar and Dennis J. Wiebolt III

    Hannah Nivar & Dennis Wieboldt join Max & Bryan to discuss on Christianity in American public life. They speak on the variety of Christian experiences in the US and share their views on the proper role of Christianity in America. The guests also join Ariana for “Class Struggle.” Make sure to check out Hannah & Dennis’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com.

    38 min

  6. 03/23/2021

    Episode 13: “Social Media & Social Justice” with Taraneh Azar

    Tara Azar joins Max & Bryan to discuss how memes and social media relate to social justice. We discuss pros and cons of social media’s impact on recent BLM protests and how the alt-right weaponizes memes for their hateful agenda. Tara also joins Ariana for “Class Struggle.” Make sure to check out Tara’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com.

    46 min

  7. 02/24/2021

    Episode 12: “COVID-19 & College Campuses” with Jake Egelberg

    Jake Egelberg joins Max & Bryan to explain why he thinks colleges were right to reopen and stay open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jake, a Biochemistry major, also explains how COVID-19 vaccines work and why you should get one.  Jake also joins Ariana for “Class Struggle.” Make sure to check out Jake’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com. Music courtesy of Cooper Gould and « Funky Element » from Bensound.com.

    37 min

  8. 01/29/2021

    Episode 11: “Fashion & Sustainability in the Time of COVID-19” with Emerson Johnston

    Emerson Johnston joins Max & Bryan to discuss sustainability in the fashion industry. They explore changing attitudes toward sustainability and an opportunity to change the fashion industry created by COVID-19. Emerson also joins Ariana for a new installment of “Class Struggle.” Make sure to check out Emerson’s piece for yourself at nupoliticalreview.com. If you have any questions or comments about NUPR-spectives or if you're a Northeastern University student interested in appearing as a guest on the show, please reach out to nuprpodcast@gmail.com.

    30 min
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About

NUPR-spectives is the Northeastern University Political Review's podcast. Hosted by Bryan Grady, NUPR-spectives features conversations with NUPR contributors on many different topics including domestic issues, social justice, foreign policy, and more. The Northeastern University Political Review seeks to be a non-affiliated platform for students to publish essays and articles of the highest possible caliber on contemporary domestic and international politics, as well as critical reviews of political books, film, and events. Produced by: Maxwell Huber, Ariana Bennet, & Bryan Grady

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  • Creator
    Northeastern University Political Review
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Northeastern University Political Review
  • Show Website
    NUPR-spectives

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