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Atlas is the official radio show of the Monash International Affairs Society, a student-run club from Monash University. Each week, MIAS members are joined by guests to discuss the latest in politics, play some games and learn something new about an area of international affairs.
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On October 14th, Australia will go to the polls and vote in a referendum "to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice." A healthy democracy requires informed voters. That's why Atlas has brought you this special edition podcast episode on The Voice to Parliament. Anica Renner, MIAS Socials Officer, interviews two professionals working in relevant fields in a Q&A-style discussion. Listen if you're curious or confused about what The Voice is, how effectively it may address Indigenous inequality, its benefits and limitations, and how you can cast an informed vote this October.
For the debut of season 4 for the ATLAS podcast, Thomas interviews Imogen Kane: The UN Youth Representative for Australia in 2023. In this interview, Imogen discusses her academic journey towards her future career, from her interests and hobbies in high school, to her experience becoming the Youth Representative in 2023. Imogen also discusses her experiences during University, including her experience as a member of MIAS and her experience overseas in the Global MUN. This interview is a must for those that both are interested in the field of international relations and youth advocacy, as well as for those who are looking for guidance when it comes to internships and job applications.
In this week's episode Phoebeanca starts us off by giving us an insight into the controversies of this year's World Cup series and how sports can intertwine with politics and international relations. Shanaya continues by giving us a rundown on the recent catastrophe that has hit Indonesia and how it could effect the development of the country.
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World Cup: 0:10
Indonesian Earthquake: 6:06
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An interesting analytical episode this week as Shanaya provides an impactful update on Rishi Sunak and his latest moves and aspirations as Britain’s new PM. On the other side of the world, Phoebeanca unpacks the 18th Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation meeting between high level representatives of Singapore and China.
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Britain's new PM: 0:20
Singapore and China: 8:00
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In this week's episode Shanaya and Phoebeanca dive into the details of Russia's shift towards the use of drones and away from ballistic missiles and why exactly this is the case. They also touch on the resignation of UK's Prime Minister Liz Truss and what the future could hold for the UK and its government.
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Russia's shift to drone warfare: 0:57
Resignation of UK's PM: 7:18
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This week, Shanaya and Phoebeanca provide a debrief on the happenings around the world starting with the most prominent news of the Iranian protests in light of the death of Mahsa Amini. They also give us a run down this week on the key topics of the 77th UN General Assembly as Member States flew into New York for the first time in three years.
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Mahsa Amini and Iran's protests: 1:00
77th UN General Assembly: 6:15
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This week Shanaya and Phoebeanca dive into discuss the possible risk of a broader conflict breaking out between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. They also provide us with some updates on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, how it is progressing and the likelihood of an end to this conflict.
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Increased conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan: 1:30
Russia-Ukraine Update: 9:04
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We offer our deepest condolences to the Royal family as news emerges of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Like no monarch before her, she captured our hearts and our affection. May she rest in peace.
This week, Shanaya runs us through the tragic happenings unfolding in Pakistan as they are battling through the worst floods the country has seen in a while. Meanwhile Phoebeanca provides an update on Somalia’s recent terrorist attack just weeks after the Islamist group besieged a hotel leaving 21 killed and 112 injured.
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The loss of Queen Elizabeth: 0:10
Pakistani Floods: 2:28
Terrorist attacks in Somalia: 7:40
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Shanaya and Phoebeanca return this week to give us an overview of the Ethiopian war and its consequences for both the country and its people, as well as, a rundown of Poland’s recent demands for war reparations from Germany.
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Ethiopian Civil War: 1:55
Poland’s reparations demands: 9:35
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Phoebeanca and Shanaya are joining us today from 2 different locations, with Shanaya joining from Sri Lanka and Phoebeanca from Australia. In this week’s episode Phoebeanca provides an update of the most recent blast in a mosque in Afghanistan and Shanaya explores the strengthening relations between Russia and North Korea.
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Afghanistan blast in mosque: 0:50
Strengthening relations between Russia and North Korea: 5:29
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In this week’s episode Shanaya and Phoebeanca dive into the details of the increasing Nigerian crude oil theft as well as Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan and its impacts on diplomatic relations with the US and countries within the region.
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Nigerian crude oil theft: 0:25
Ukraine-Russia grain deal update: 3:20
Pelosi visit to Taiwan: 4:40
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In this week’s episode Phoebeanca is back as she and Shanaya discuss the push for the Democratic Republic of Congo to become the new destination for oil investments. They also explore the new deal signed by warring nations Russia and Ukraine and what it could mean for not just the world, but the relationship between the two states.
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Democratic Republic of Congo: 0:55
Ukraine-Russia Grain Deal: 6:30
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This week's episode discusses the assassination of Japan's former prime minister and the impact he had on Japan and the world. Shanaya also dives into the details of the crisis in Sri Lanka as things take a turn for the worse.
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Assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister: 0:12
Escalation of Crisis in Sri Lanka: 4:22
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Join Shanaya in this week's episode as she discusses Boris Johnson's resignation as Prime Minister and what is likely to happen over the coming months in the UK.
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Shanaya is joined by Phoebeanca again this week as they discuss the controversial overturning of Roe v. Wade and provide a rundown of talks at the Nato summit.
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Shanaya is going solo in this week’s episode as she touches on the recent earthquake in Afghanistan and Biden’s plans to visit the US’ allies in the Middle East.
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Afghanistan Earthquake: 0:37
Biden’s visit to Middle East: 3:38
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This week, Phoebeanca discusses the results of Australia's new Prime Minister, Mr Anthony Albanese, his goals and implications on foreign affairs. Following on, Shanaya dives into the recent Quad Summit where she breaks down issues the four leaders aim to tackle.
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It is freezing here in Australia but this week's Rundown is coming in hot as Shanaya unpacks the proposal for a hard border between Northern Ireland and the UK, while Phoebeanca discusses the 2022 Philippines Election and outcome.
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Tune into this week's episode where Shanaya & Phoebeanca update us on the Sri Lanka crisis and unpack the current COVID-19 situation in North Korea.
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Sri Lanka: 0:48
North Korea: 7:20
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Tune into this week's episode where Shanaya touches back on Russia-Ukraine, and Phoebeanca discusses how young Taliban fighters are swapping in their guns for pens to learn more about human rights.
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