Podcasts
Productions under the leadership management of Dr. Marios P. Efthymiopoulos. Online podcasting on current national and international political and related affairs.
ISPD Politics Podcast Episode 34 – “The Day After in Iran and the Middle East,” featuring Marios Panagiotis Efthymiopoulos, Director of Strategy International, as a guest.
On this second episode on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, CEO of Strategy International, is joined by Dan Feferman, Dr. Ahmed Khuzaie and Dr. Janiel Melamed to analyze the developments of this deadly conflict in...
Podcast #35 – Israel’s War On Terror (Part B)
On this second episode on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, CEO of Strategy International, is joined by Dan Feferman, Dr. Ahmed Khuzaie and Dr. Janiel Melamed to analyze the developments of this deadly conflict in...
Podcast #34 – Israel’s War On Terror
On this episode we welcome Professor Kobi Michael who joins Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos for a discussion on Hamas' recent horrendous terrorist attack in Israel, that led to the senseless murder of thousands of civilians, including women and children, in addition...
Podcast #33 – Understanding EURAXESS: Researchers In Motion
On this episode, we welcome Viktoria Bodnarova. Together we discuss a valuable program funded by the European Commission, EURAXESS. What exactly is it; what does it do; what services does it offer; how it supports researchers and enhances European research...
Podcast #32 – The EU: Harmonization, Integration & Primacy Of Law
On this episode, we welcome Professor Stephanie Laulhe Shaelou, an expert in EU law and the European Commission and all its agencies. We discuss the complexities of the European Union, specifically with regard to the primacy of EU law, the...
Podcast #31 – Protocol: A Strategy In Diplomacy
On this episode we welcome Marie Betts-Johnson. She is a protocol expert and we discuss her fascinating world that, more often than not, happens behind the scenes. We talk about the importance of protocol in diplomacy, how it can impact...
Podcast #30 – The Clashing Politics Of Trans-Mediterranean Energy Connectivity
On this episode we welcome Dr. Thrasyvoulos Marketos, an expert on Eurasian geopolitics and energy geostrategy. We discuss the various political, economic and social challenges of connecting Europe with renewable energy via the East-Mediterranean region. What options are on the...
Podcast #29 – The World Bank View On Critical Development & Digital Finance
On this episode we welcome Dr. Konstantinos Tsanis. We discuss financial inclusion and his experiences in the implementation of digital banking systems in developing countries. We also discuss the various challenges and advantages of the rapidly developing FinTech and open...
Podcast #28 – Global Order In An Ever-Changing Cyberspace
On this episode we welcome Dr. Andrew Liaropoulos to discuss cyberspace and its ever-changing impact on global political order. We go over the concept of cyberspace as a domain of geopolitical antagonism, how it has altered the traditional understanding of...
Podcast #27 – West Asia: The Hopes & Challenges
On this episode we welcome Farid Mirbaghieri, our very own Senior Consultant for West Asia. We discuss the shift of power and influence in the Middle-East, especially following the recent agreement brokered by China between Iran and Saudi-Arabia. Also, we...
Podcast #26 – Artificial Intelligence & Human-Technology Interaction
On this episode we welcome Dr. Nikolina Ljepava in order to discuss the ever-changing environment we live in and the significant role that Artificial Intelligence has taken. We discuss the role of AI in our daily lives, in business, in...
Podcast #25 – The Changing Dynamics Of Global Power
On this episode we welcome Dr. Najat AlSaied to discuss the recent global developments that are reinforcing components of global multipolarity. Topics discussed include China's growing influence in the Middle-East and Gulf regions, American influence in the EU and much...
Podcast #24 – The Protection Of Foreign Direct Investments
On this episode we welcome Dr. Eleni Gavriil, an expert in international investment agreements, who breaks down in simple terms what it means to engage in foreign investments, the agreements and treaties that exist, the different associated risks and the...
Podcast #23 – Necropolitics & The Arab World
On this episode we welcome Dr. Khaled Alkassimi. We discuss the concept of necropolitics and how he believes it has been imposed on the Arab world. Also, we discuss the possible shift in power and influence with China's recent attempt...
Podcast #22 – Understanding China’s Regional & Global Influence
On this episode we welcome Stefano Deleidi. We discuss China, its regional hegemony and recent efforts in establishing its presence as an influential global leader. Stefano Deleidi is a senior executive and expert in international trade and business with over...
Podcast #21 – Toward A Greener Future
On this episode we welcome Dr. Panagiota Pimenidou, an expert in Hydrogen Production. We discuss current and potential global trends in hydrogen production as a real catalyst for sustainable development and a greener future.
Podcast #20 – East European & East Mediterranean Relations
On this episode we welcome Ino Afentouli with whom we discuss Greece in particular, the latest alarming tensions in the East Mediterranean. Also, we talk about regional developments in East Europe, the Russia-Ukraine war, NATO enlargement and much more.
Podcast #19 – Understanding The EU & Its Emerging Challenges
On this episode we discuss with Professor Theofanis Exadaktylos, an expert, among others, in European public & foreign policies, Europeanization and politics and crisis. We go into detail about the notion of Europeanization and how it has evolved with ever-growing...
Podcast #18 – Understanding & Analyzing The Challenges In The MENA Region
On this episode we're thrilled to have Dr. Elie Abouaoun, Director of North Africa Programs & Regional Hub for the United States Institute for Peace. We discuss what USIP is and the important work it does. We then go into...
Podcast #17 – Geopolitics & Global Migration
On this episode we discuss the conflict in Eastern Europe with Prof. Dusko Tomic and Prof. Eldar Saljic and the repercussions it has had in the region's geopolitics. Also, we discuss the mass migration and how countries are/should be dealing...
Podcast #16 – Understanding Energy Security
On this episode we talk with Dr. Robert Cutler, a specialist in energy security, geo-economics and European/Eurasian affairs. We discuss Canada's refusal to supply LNG to Germany and Japan, as well as efforts from European countries to find alternate sources...
Podcast #15 – Strategy International In 2023 & Pressing Issues In East Europe & East Mediterranean
On this episode we talk with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, Strategy International's Founder and CEO. We go over 2022, SI's inaugural year and discuss the very ambitious goals for 2023. We also go over some of the more pressing issues in...
Podcast #14 – Current International Affairs Crises
On this episode we talk with Dr. James Phelps, an International Affairs expert and Professor at NSU in Florida, Aurora University in Illinois and Capitol Technical University in Washington DC. He is a generalist in international relations research and gives...
Podcast #13 – Russia-Ukraine: The Russian Perspective & Relations With The USA
On this episode we talk with Dr. Michael Grossman who gives us a perspective from the Russian side of the conflict. What is happening on the ground? Is there really a sentiment for a "Greater Russia"? Are the Russian people...
Podcast #12 – Lula’s Comeback: The Impact & Challenges For The Americas & Brazil’s Foreign Policy Priorities
On this episode we talk with Dr. Mohamed Badine El Yattioui who takes into a deep analysis of the recent, and quite intense, elections in Brazil. Following the very close victory and comeback of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, we...
Podcast #11 – The Abraham Accords And Their Importance For The Middle-East
On this episode, Dr. Nir Boms takes us through the Abraham Accords, the reason behind their inception, what they mean for the parties involved and their importance for regional stability. Dr. Boms is a writer, researcher and commentator on Middle...
Podcast #10 – A New Offensive Nuclear Threat Strategy
On this episode, Dr. Frederic Lemieux explains Russia's recent shift towards an offensive nuclear threat strategy an how this can be a precursor to a possible behaviour of other nuclear countries. He also discusses how the current conflict between China...
Podcast #9 – Cybersecurity & Cyberterrorism
On this episode we talk with Dr. Nineta Polemi. She is a professor on cybersecurity at the University of Piraeus. Wth over 150 publications and numerous conferences on the matter, she is a leading expert on an issue that is...
Podcast #8 – EU & Its Stability, Credibility & Challenges
On this episode, Dr. Dimitris Tsarouhas discusses the ever-relevant challenges that the European Union is facing such as the rise of populism and national Euroscepticism, the refugee migration, the energy crisis, regional security and leadership, the future of the European...
Podcast #7 – Russia-Ukraine: History Repeating & Greece-Turkey: East Mediterranean Power Politics
In this 7th episode, Dr. Kleanthis Kyriakidis, while discussing the Russia-Ukraine conflict, delves into historical similarities of illegal invasions and occupations. He also talks about his experience as a naval captain dealing with various Turkish provocative challenges in the eastern...
Podcast #6 – Is Russia-Ukraine A Precursor To China-Taiwan?
In our 6th episode, Dr. Francis Schortgen gives an analytic portrayal on the recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the possibility of it being a precursor to a China-Taiwan conflict. In addition he discusses the recent social uprising against...
Podcast #5 – The Russia-Ukraine War & Power Politics In Eastern Mediterranean
In our fifth episode, Dr. Kostas Lavdas discusses latest developments and dynamics in the Russia-Ukraine war; the newly-created European Political Community and the future of this new framework; the rising tensions in Eastern Mediterranean and what this means for the...
Podcast #4 – India, China & The Indo-Pacific Balance Of Power
In our fourth episode, Shishir Upadhyaya discusses his extensive experience as an Indian Naval Officer. He also explains the political dynamics of the Indo-Pacific region, the challenges and the shift between the India and China balance of power. He goes...
Δρ. Μ. Ευθυμιόπουλος: Ο ρόλος της Ελλάδας σε Ανατολική Μεσόγειο και Μέση Ανατολή
On this second episode on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, CEO of Strategy International, is joined by Dan Feferman, Dr. Ahmed Khuzaie and Dr. Janiel Melamed to analyze the developments of this deadly conflict in...
Podcast #3 – Georgia’s Past, Current, and Future and the war in Ukraine
In our third episode, Ambassador Gela Bezhuashvili discusses life experiences. How experiences shaped and shaped the current state of political affairs and opinions. Defines and discusses public service during and after the fall of the Soviet Union, the bid for...
Podcast #2 – Ukraine, Turkey, China and the Evolution of Cyber Foreign Policy
In our second episode, Dr. Josef Demergis discusses diplomacy's role in the Ukraine war. Turkey's role in the conflict, the evolution of relations with China and the West, and the ongoing cyber foreign policy, among other issues. Dr. Demergis is...
Podcast #1 – The International State of Affairs
In this first episode of the Strategy International Podcast, we discuss with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, the CEO of Strategy International. We hear about his decision, motivation, and aspirations to create this international think tank and consulting company. We examine the...
Global Greek Influence Podcast
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Episode #59 – The War In Ukraine with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos
In this first episode of the Strategy International Podcast, we discuss with Dr. Marios Efthymiopoulos, the CEO of Strategy International. We hear about his decision, motivation, and aspirations to create this international think tank and consulting company. We examine the...




























