Podcasts

Join the International Republican Institute for a new monthly podcast, “By the People.” We’ll give you an insider’s look at the challenges and possibilities facing democracies around the world as we dive into the issues of the day and discuss new ideas in governance, elections, and democracy.

Episode 11

Observing Elections in Moldova with Former Congressman Peter Roskam

Episode 10

The Future of Democracy in Georgia and the Caucasus with Congressman John Shimkus and Dr. Daniel Twining _

Episode 9

What’s Next for Venezuela? Divergent Paths Forward with David Smolansky

Episode 8

The Largest Election in Mexico’s History with Dr. Lorenzo Cordova

Episode 7

Religious Freedom in Nicaragua with Felix Maradiaga
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Episode 6

Russia and the Road to a Freer Society with Vladimir Milov
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Episode 5

The Fight for Freedom in Iran with Masih Alinejad
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Episode 4

Challenges and Opportunities in West Africa with Maman Sidikou and Will Meeker

Episode 3

Taiwan, Democracy, and an Unknown Future

Episode 2

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya

Episode 1

Estonian PM Kaja Kallas and IRI President Daniel Twining

Global is not your usual foreign policy podcast filled with jargon and buzzwords. This 45-minute podcast features one country per episode and delivers an on-the-ground look at our rapidly changing world.