2022 Year in Review - Part 2

2022 Year in Review - Part 2

Author: thegeopoliticalpickle December 29, 2022 Duration: 43:14
Welcome back to the second part of our 2022 year in review. If you haven't listened to the first part, we suggest that you do that first. In this two part series we aim to break down some of the major developments across the world including of course the war and its ramifications as well as some of the other big stories that may have been overshadowed due to the ongoing conflict.  This  episode covers Southern Africa and Asia, as well as looking at some of the effects of climate change and developments in the Cyber and Space domains. I am sure there is some things that we missed so why not let us know your top 5 geo-politically important events of the year? Instagram Facebook Twitter Linktree  We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year however you may celebrate. We are your hosts Juan Francisco Muñoz (@jacom95JF) & Ronan Wordsworth (@ronanwords) and we wish to thank the rest of the team for their help in the massive amount of research that needed to be done to pull these episodes together! Alex Perry - @yrrepxxela Milos Dangubic - @mdang44  Lía Rodríguez - @liarguezz Paula Gómez  - @pauulagomz Luca Spiller - @ben_spill Diana Argumedo - @dianaargumedo

Trying to make sense of international relations can feel like being stuck in a complicated, ever-changing jar of global issues-a genuine geopolitical pickle. That’s the space this podcast occupies. The Geopolitical Pickle moves beyond the headlines to unpack the deeper cultural, social, and even scientific forces shaping conflicts, alliances, and power shifts. You’ll hear conversations with researchers, journalists, and policy experts who provide context often missing from daily news cycles. These discussions aren’t just about maps and military moves; they explore how history, identity, and technology collide to create the world events we grapple with. Each episode aims to untangle one specific thread of the global tapestry, whether it’s a rising tension in a particular region or an underlying trend redefining societies. The result is a more nuanced understanding of why things happen, grounded in analysis rather than alarm. For anyone feeling adrift in a sea of confusing geopolitical news, this podcast offers a thoughtful anchor. It’s a place to find clarity without oversimplification, exploring the intricate and often surprising ways our world is connected. Tune in for a regular dose of perspective that helps decipher not only what is occurring, but the myriad reasons why.
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