Ep. 9 – Is strategic foresight the EU's missing superpower?
WELCOME TO THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCASTIn this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast we speak with Ricardo Borges de Castro, EU affairs analyst and foresight expert, about what foresight is really for, why democracies struggle with long-term thinking, and how the EU could use its mandate to get serious about shaping the future.We talk about: → Why “permacrisis” isn’t just a buzzword → Why strategic foresight fails without political translation → How Brussels could reinvent its governanceIf you're curious about the future of politics and what it really takes to plan ahead in a world that won’t sit still, this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts✉️ Join our Cabinet by subscribing at thediplomatscabinet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 8 – What happens when masculinity meets economic precarity?
THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE POWER DIPLOMATWhy are young men across Europe increasingly drawn to anti-feminist and far-right narratives?In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, policy analyst Javier Carbonell, from the European Policy Centre, joins host Maria Luísa Moreira to explore the economic and identity-based roots of a growing political shift. Based on his recent policy paper From Provider to Precarious, the conversation unpacks how the collapse of the traditional “provider” role, rising job insecurity, and downward mobility are fuelling young men's resentment, often misdirected at feminism and progressive politics.We discuss:How economic frustration is being politicisedWhy the gender backlash is about more than cultureWhat progressives risk by ignoring young male votersAnd whether democracy can still deliver on its promisesSubscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and discussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 7 – Could the 2025 NATO Summit be a turning point for Article 5? with Luka Ignac | The Security Diplomat
THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE SECURITY DIPLOMATAs NATO prepares for the 2025 summit in The Hague, longstanding questions about transatlantic security are gaining new urgency. With President Trump set to attend, many fear a shift in tone (and potentially in substance) around the alliance’s core commitment: Article 5.In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast, host Maria Luísa Moreira speaks with foreign policy analyst Luka Ignac about the political mood ahead of the summit, the implications of Trump’s push for 5% defence spending, and the risk of a two-tier NATO. They also explore what’s at stake for European defense if U.S. guarantees become more conditional, and whether Europe is truly ready to step up.Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and discussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 6 – Why do political elites fail on climate policy? with Dr. António Valentim | The Power Diplomat
THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE POWER DIPLOMATExtreme weather is no longer just about floods and fires — it’s a mirror reflecting the cracks in our politics. In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast, we examine why climate shocks rarely lead to long-term political shifts, and why mainstream parties still avoid framing them as climate issues.Joining us is Dr. António Valentim, political scientist and Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics, whose research explores how parties respond to climate crises, why prevention may be politically unattractive, and how public opinion and activism are shaping — or failing to shape — climate policy.If politics continues to treat climate as an afterthought, what kind of future are we hurtling toward?Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep. 5 – When is it time to rethink your career in global affairs? with Sofiia Shevchuk | The Career Diplomat
THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE CAREER DIPLOMATWhat happens when the system doesn't let you in — or no longer makes sense to stay in? In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, we're joined by Sofia Shevchuk — Ukrainian founder of the consultancy VONA and the NGO The Tide — for a candid conversation about leaving the traditional foreign affairs career path and carving out something new. We unravel what it really means to build a non-linear career in international relations, to redefine success beyond titles and institutions (think NATO and the European Parliament), to become fully freelance, and why freedom can be worth the uncertainty.Whether you're just starting out or deep into your foreign affairs career, this conversation will speak to anyone questioning the path they’ve been told to follow.Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Redefining the role of diplomacy is the what. Bridging a world in transformation is the why. Currently building the how. Presented by Maria Luísa Moreira, Founder & CEO of The Diplomat's Cabinet. For more details visit thediplomatscabinet.com. Subscribe to the newsletter thediplomatscabinet.beehiiv.com. Follow The Diplomat's Cabinet on Instagram instagram.com/diplomatscabinet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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