Unlock a World of Insight: Your Passport to Global Development!
Embark on a journey that transcends borders and transcends boundaries. Our podcast is your gateway to a deeper understanding of democracy, poverty eradication, and the urgent battle against climate change. In each episode, we transport you to the heart of developing and "emerging economies" in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. As we tackle the world's most pressing issues, we don't just dwell on problems; we spotlight innovative solutions and success stories that are making a difference on the ground.
Your host, Professor Dan Banik, leads the way from the University of Oslo. Tune in to this intellectual adventure and become part of the change! 🌎🎧 @danbanik @GlobalDevPod
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Unlock a World of Insight: Your Passport to Global Development!
Embark on a journey that transcends borders and transcends boundaries. Our podcast is your gateway to a deeper understanding of democracy, poverty eradication, and the urgent battle against climate change. In each episode, we transport you to the heart of developing and "emerging economies" in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. As we tackle the world's most pressing issues, we don't just dwell on problems; we spotlight innovative solutions and success stories that are making a difference on the ground.
Your host, Professor Dan Banik, leads the way from the University of Oslo. Tune in to this intellectual adventure and become part of the change! 🌎🎧 @danbanik @GlobalDevPod
Dan Banik and Dan Honig explore the concept of mission-driven bureaucrats, emphasizing the importance of empowerment, trust, and autonomy over strict compliance and control in improving government performance and public service delivery.
Dan Banik and Rohan Mukherjee explore how the Global South seeks greater representation and status within the liberal international order, challenging Western-centric perspectives and advocating for more inclusive global governance.
Dan Banik and Ilaria Carrozza explore how countries in the Global South navigate the power dynamics between the US, China, and Russia, asserting their agency and strategic interests.
Dan Banik and Ian Shapiro discuss the concept of domination, the essential functions of political parties, and the challenges facing modern democracies.
Dan Banik and Sameen A. Mohsin Ali discuss the intricacies of bureaucratic capacity in Pakistan, examining how administrative effectiveness, political dynamics, and patronage impact the implementation of development programs.
Dan Banik and Karuti Kanyinga discuss the benefits and challenges of China's infrastructure investments in Africa while also considering the impact of campaign finance on political equity and governance.
Dan Banik and Lan Marie Nguyen Berg discuss the complexities of implementing climate and development strategies, emphasizing the necessity of bold leadership and innovative policies to address the existential threat of climate change amidst societal and political challenges.
Dan Banik and Jörg Ankel-Peters discuss the global challenge of energy poverty, emphasizing the need for innovative energy solutions to provide sustainable and reliable access.
Dan Banik and Elizabeth Ingleson explore the historical transformation of the "Made in China" label, how the neoliberal shift in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s was pivotal for China's integration into the global capitalist system, and the geopolitical implications of China's rise as a manufacturing powerhouse.
Dan Banik and Willem Fourie explore the complexities of leadership, focusing on the characteristics that define successful leaders and the common pitfalls that lead to failure.
Dan Banik and Obvious Katsaura explore the effects of urban inequality in Johannesburg, discussing how wealth and poverty coexist, shaping the cities’ characters and residents' lives, and the crucial role of Pentecostal churches in offering hope and security amidst social challenges in Johannesburg and Lagos.
Dan Banik and Boniface Dulani discuss the mixed state of democracy in Africa, spotlighting upcoming elections, power dynamics, and public sentiment towards governance.
Dan Banik and Gerardo Munck discuss state capacity, the role of political parties, and the interplay between democracy and development in Latin America.
Dan Banik and Didac Queralt discuss the challenges of rising public debt in the Global South and the historical impact of early external finance on state building.
In this conversation with Dan Banik, Meghnad Desai recounts the genesis of the Human Development Report and the Human Development Index, detailing his work with Amartya Sen and Mahbub ul Haq against the backdrop of global economic challenges.
Dan Banik and Thomas Pogge explore the intricate relationship between freedom and poverty and the innovative potential of international impact funds to revolutionize innovation for social good.
Dan Banik and Jostein Hauge unpack the historical and ongoing economic dichotomy between the Global North and South, underscoring the influence of power, politics, and historical legacies on the distribution and nature of industrial growth.
Dan Banik and Surya Deva explore the principles and added value of the right to development, discussing its translation into action and the need for inclusive and sustainable strategies beyond traditional approaches.
Dan Banik and Sara Stevano analyze the utility and limitations of the term the "Global South" and explore the transformative potential of feminist political economy to re-envision and restructure the global economic landscape.
Dan Banik and Joshua Eisenman examine the significance of China's "Community of Shared Future for Mankind," its Belt and Road Initiative, and the African continent in the context of Chinese foreign policy under President Xi Jinping.
Unlock a World of Insight: Your Passport to Global Development!
Embark on a journey that transcends borders and transcends boundaries. Our podcast is your gateway to a deeper understanding of democracy, poverty eradication, and the urgent battle against climate change. In each episode, we transport you to the heart of developing and "emerging economies" in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. As we tackle the world's most pressing issues, we don't just dwell on problems; we spotlight innovative solutions and success stories that are making a difference on the ground.
Your host, Professor Dan Banik, leads the way from the University of Oslo. Tune in to this intellectual adventure and become part of the change! 🌎🎧 @danbanik @GlobalDevPod
