The Global Current

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The Global Current

The Global Current is the Seton Hall School of Diplomacy’s premier podcast on international affairs. Each week, we explore and analyze a news story making waves around the world. From the Capitol Hill riots to the Uighur camps in China, Current members break down pressing stories while engaging in thoughtful conversation with fellow students and faculty. Catch the Current on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent and tune in live every Sunday at 7:30 a.m. EST on 89.5 FM WSOU.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    From Polls to Power: What Trump's Election Means for the World

    This week of The Global Current we covered the recent election, focusing on the international and domestic policies that Trump will enact when president. Our analysts Benjamin Barry and Willem Akian discussed this issue. We focused on how this new election will affect the economy, international relations, and societal issues. The news briefer, Melanie Mc Nally, talked about India’s capital toxic crisis, Pope Francis investigating genocide in Gaza, and Spain being struck by flash floods. Catch you on the waves next week!    This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    28 min

  2. NOV 17

    Cracks in Power: ICC Investigates Philippine Leadership

    This week of The Global Current we covered the ICC’s case against previous Philippines President Duterte. Our analysts Riely Gonzalez and  Neve Walker discussed this issue. In this episode, our analysts discussed the case itself and the war on drugs, especially the topic of drug trafficking. The news briefer, Ashley Skladany, talked about a car accident killing 35 in China, an Israeli airstrike killing 31, Bangladesh asking Interpol for help ousting their Prime Minister, and Costa Rica bestowing the highest diplomatic honor on the El Salvadoran President. Catch you on the waves next week!    This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    29 min

  3. NOV 16

    Bytes and Wrongs: The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

    This week of The Global Current we discussed the ethics behind using Artificial Intelligence, and the complications that may arise from it. Our analysts Riely Gonzalez and Willem Akian discussed this issue. From AI use in schools, legal spaces, and art, the ethics behind can be quite complicated, and our analysts looked at both sides of the story. The news briefer, Juliana Mori, talked about floods in Spain leaving devastation and death, Bolivian unrest over Evo Morales, and crimes against humanity in the Philippines. Catch you on the waves next week!    This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    29 min

  4. NOV 3

    Tale of Two Sides: Policy Analysis of the U.S. Presidential Candidates

    This week of The Global Current we compared and contrasted policies from the two major party candidates of the United States. Our analysts Isabella Laor and Ava Lynch discussed this issue. Both analysts discussed the Trump-Vance and Harris-Walz campaign in detail and the policies that they are planning to implement, such as policies regarding immigration, the economy, and reproductive healthcare. The news briefer, Benjamin Bary, talked about the Moldovan election, railroad development in Tanzania, gang violence in Haiti, and the BRICS Summit in Russia. Catch you on the waves next week!  This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    27 min

  5. OCT 27

    Special Interview Show with Professor W. King Mott

    This week of The Global Current our Associate Producer, Amelia Wysoczanski, interviewed a special guest, Professor W. King Mott on his published article “Queer Politics: Re-Shaping the Politics of Church and State”. We covered a range of topics, such as queer politics in the Catholic Church, and queer activism’s effect in Eastern Europe countries. The article is available online, and you can read it here: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/13/7/663 This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions or beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    27 min

  6. OCT 13

    Conflict Takeover: Recap on Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas

    This week of The Global Current we covered the Israel-Palestine and Russia-Ukraine conflicts. Our analysts Liam Page and Matthew Malchiodi discussed this issue. Each analyst focused on the individual conflict and gave a synopsis of the conflict, a brief history, and where the conflict might be heading. Along with this, an analyst discussed how third-party countries, like Iran and Lebanon, are involved in the war in Gaza. Catch you on the waves next week!    This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    27 min

  7. OCT 6

    Swiss Assisted Suicide: A Global Debate on Choice and Dignity

    This week of The Global Current we had a discussion viewing the pro and anti side of assisted suicide, specifically following the story of an American woman in Switzerland who was the first to use an assisted suicide pod. Our analysts Riely Gonzalez and Willem Akian discussed this issue. Both analysts looked at different perspectives of the situation at hand. Willem focused on the reasoning that may support assisted suicide and the logic behind it. Riely outlined the opposing side, explaining the reasoning against assisted suicide. The news briefer, Lily Hudock, talked about Thailand legalizing same-sex marriage, Spain and Mexico’s strained relations, and the First Millennial Saint for the Catholic Church. Catch you on the waves next week!    This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany, Kiki Rowles, and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    30 min

  8. SEP 29

    Cops & Cultures: A Tale of Two Regions

    This week of The Global Current we covered Policing in the US vs the EU. Our analysts Riely Gonzalez and Stephen Plotke discussed this issue. In this insightful discussion, analysts explored the contrasting approaches to policing in the U.S. and the EU, highlighting differences in community engagement, accountability, and use of force. By examining these divergent models, they aim to uncover lessons that could inform future reforms in both regions.The news briefer, Ava Lynch, talked about U.S. Federal Reserves Drop, Funding for Ukraine, Pager Explosions in Lebanon, and Venezuelan Opposition Leaders. Catch you on the waves next week!  This episode was brought to you thanks to Executive Producer Juliana Mori, Associate Producers Neve Walker and Amelia Wysoczanski, Host Trisha Ballion, and Technical Producers Ashley Skladany and Megan Pitt. Keep it current with us on Instagram @theglobalcurrent! Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music This group is a registered student organization, and its views do not necessarily represent the opinions and beliefs of Seton Hall University.

    30 min
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About

The Global Current is the Seton Hall School of Diplomacy’s premier podcast on international affairs. Each week, we explore and analyze a news story making waves around the world. From the Capitol Hill riots to the Uighur camps in China, Current members break down pressing stories while engaging in thoughtful conversation with fellow students and faculty. Catch the Current on Instagram @TheGlobalCurrent and tune in live every Sunday at 7:30 a.m. EST on 89.5 FM WSOU.

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  • Creator
    Seton Hall University
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
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