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Talk Georgia
Author: Giorgi Rukhadze
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Talk Georgia is my English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Each week, we release two shows and a weekly news update:
Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze – I explore key developments in Georgian and regional politics with a specially invited guest.
Talk Georgia Question Time – GSAC Founder Nodar Kharshiladze and I answer questions on major events in Georgia and broader regional dynamics.
Talk Georgia Weekly News Update – A concise summary of the most important political news from Georgia over the past week
Talk Georgia with Giorgi Rukhadze – I explore key developments in Georgian and regional politics with a specially invited guest.
Talk Georgia Question Time – GSAC Founder Nodar Kharshiladze and I answer questions on major events in Georgia and broader regional dynamics.
Talk Georgia Weekly News Update – A concise summary of the most important political news from Georgia over the past week
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Guest: Dr. Wojciech Wojtasiewicz. Analyst for Georgia and the South Caucasus at The Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)Topics Discussed:- Why Georgia?- Georgia Today: Where does Georgia stand today from a European perspective?- Georgia–Poland Relations: From closest allies to growing tensions - where relations stand now and what Warsaw can do to better support Georgia’s democracy.- Migration and Labor Policy: What Poland’s tighter immigration laws mean for Georgian citizens.- Geopolitics and Security: How peace or a prolonged Russia–Ukraine war could reshape security for Poland, Europe, and Georgia—and the emergence of a new European security architecture. - Closing question: What should Europe do to ensure Georgia is not lost to Russian influence?And moreWatch trailer here: youtu.be/wL-dYx_-_4k
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from Keti:Is the new U.S. national security strategy really as catastrophic as experts claim, and how will it affect the region and Georgia? Could it help Ivanishvili justify neutrality, as seen in Kobakhidze’s visit to Turkmenistan?Please send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch full episode here: https://youtu.be/_jqM9q-GLDo
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from Keti:Is the new U.S. national security strategy really as catastrophic as experts claim, and how will it affect the region and Georgia? Could it help Ivanishvili justify neutrality, as seen in Kobakhidze’s visit to Turkmenistan?Please send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch trailer here: youtu.be/WJMU4T8xQZo
Talk Georgia brings you weekly news updates on the key political and regional developments in Georgia. New episodes drop every Saturday at 22:00. Don’t miss out!
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Dr. Konstantine Chakhunashvili - A Periatrician, Associate Professor at Caucasus University.Topics Discussed- Kote’s path: what pushed him into the protest movement.- How the BBC found him, where the idea for the research came from - and what his study really shows- What he would change in his study knowing what we know now - and what follow-up research is still needed.- If Bromobenzyl Cyanide (BBC) or Trichloroethylene (TCE) were used: real health risks and needed precautions.- Possible international investigation: how legally and scientifically provable is the use of chemical agents?- What the State Security Service asked - and what the GD government seeks by pressuring those in the BBC film.- And much moreWatch full episode: https://youtu.be/cIfm9jdup1w
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Dr. Konstantine Chakhunashvili - A Periatrician, Associate Professor at Caucasus University.Topics Discussed- Kote’s path: what pushed him into the protest movement.- How the BBC found him, where the idea for the research came from - and what his study really shows.- What he would change in his study knowing what we know now - and what follow-up research is still needed.- If Bromobenzyl Cyanide (BBC) or Trichloroethylene (TCE) were used: real health risks and needed precautions.- Possible international investigation: how legally and scientifically provable is the use of chemical agents?- What the State Security Service asked - and what the GD government seeks by pressuring those in the BBC film.And much moreWatch trailer here: youtu.be/2CBLuuo1Hb4
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from LilyWhat can you tell us about the BBC investigative report which claims that the Georgian Dream government used harmful chemical substances against its own people? How believable do you find this? And if proven, what legal and political consequences could there be?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch full episode here: youtu.be/ZD7oYBZd9Bs
Talk Georgia brings you weekly news updates on the key political and regional developments in Georgia. New episodes drop every Saturday at 22:00. Don’t miss out!
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from LilyWhat can you tell us about the BBC investigative report which claims that the Georgian Dream government used harmful chemical substances against its own people? How believable do you find this? And if proven, what legal and political consequences could there be?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch trailer here: youtu.be/7Ebb3qjmvvw
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Nino Kalandadze - Executive Director of the Chavchavadze Centre and former Deputy Foreign Minister of Georgia.Issues discussed: • BBC Report on Alleged Illegal Chemical Use by Georgian Authorities:Potential political and legal consequences.• One Year After Kobakhidze’s Statement and the Pro-EU Protests:Regime consolidation vs. democratic resistance - who holds the advantage as 2026 approaches?• Upcoming EU Commission Report and European Council Meeting:Is visa-free travel at risk, and will Georgia be removed from the EU enlargement agenda?• Geopolitics - Russia, Ukraine, and Regional Security:How shifts in Europe’s security architecture are reshaping Georgia’s strategic options.• And more.Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/-FG4ZShNs90
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Nino Kalandadze - Executive Director of the Chavchavadze Centre and former Deputy Foreign Minister of Georgia.Issues discussed: • BBC Report on Alleged Illegal Chemical Use by Georgian Authorities:Potential political and legal consequences.• One Year After Kobakhidze’s Statement and the Pro-EU Protests:Regime consolidation vs. democratic resistance - who holds the advantage as 2026 approaches?• Upcoming EU Commission Report and European Council Meeting:Is visa-free travel at risk, and will Georgia be removed from the EU enlargement agenda?• Geopolitics - Russia, Ukraine, and Regional Security:How shifts in Europe’s security architecture are reshaping Georgia’s strategic options.• And more.Watch trailer Here: youtu.be/8yRy9U4fqN8
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from Alex:A year has passed since Kobakhidze halted Georgia’s EU integration, and protests have continued ever since. Where do we stand now? Who is winning — the people or the regime — and what comes next?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch full episode here: youtu.be/XjFp1KSSeys
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top question of the week from Alex:A year has passed since Kobakhidze halted Georgia’s EU integration, and protests have continued ever since. Where do we stand now? Who is winning — the people or the regime — and what comes next?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch trailer here: youtu.be/_g95DWiy42k
Talk Georgia brings you weekly news updates on the key political and regional developments in Georgia. New episodes drop every Saturday at 22:00. Don’t miss out!
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Zviad Adzinbaia. Ph.D. Fellow at The Fletcher School of Law and.Diplomacy at Tufts University.Issues discussed: Zviad’s Journey: From the Zugdidi Fish Market to One of the Most Prestigious U.S. UniversitiesCurrent Developments in Georgian Politics: Where is Georgia headed, and how is the country viewed from the United States?Geopolitics:How might the Russia–Ukraine war end, and what impact could it have on European security, the Caucasus region, and Georgia?U.S.–Georgia Relations:Why does the Trump administration appear disengaged from Georgia, and what is Ivanishvili doing wrong?The Future of the MEGOBARI Act: Why is it stalled?U.S. Politics:With midterm elections less than a year away, what changes could they bring?Jazz as a Universal Symbol of Freedom: Its transformative power—and will we one day play jazz in Gali?…and much more.Watch full episode here: youtu.be/GfXVCdn-STY
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Zviad Adzinbaia. Ph.D. Fellow at The Fletcher School of Law and.Diplomacy at Tufts University.Issues discussed: Zviad’s Journey: From the Zugdidi Fish Market to One of the Most Prestigious U.S. UniversitiesCurrent Developments in Georgian Politics: Where is Georgia headed, and how is the country viewed from the United States?Geopolitics:How might the Russia–Ukraine war end, and what impact could it have on European security, the Caucasus region, and Georgia?U.S.–Georgia Relations:Why does the Trump administration appear disengaged from Georgia, and what is Ivanishvili doing wrong?The Future of the MEGOBARI Act: Why is it stalled?U.S. Politics:With midterm elections less than a year away, what changes could they bring?Jazz as a Universal Symbol of Freedom: Its transformative power—and will we one day play jazz in Gali?…and much more.Watch trailer here: youtu.be/XQogpbD0z8k
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top questions of the week TimWith his lawyer’s latest letter, is Ivanishvili blaming U.S. intelligence for blocking his funds in Swiss banks and asking President Trump to return them? Did I get that right?ZazaWhat does Georgian Dream’s restriction of diaspora voting rights signify? Are they preparing for early elections?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch full episode here : youtu.be/pRTz547s5m8
This is a special edition of Talk Georgia, which airs every Sunday at 22:00, where Giorgi Rukhadze and Nodar Kharshiladze answer audience questions about Georgian and regional politics.Top questions of the week TimWith his lawyer’s latest letter, is Ivanishvili blaming U.S. intelligence for blocking his funds in Swiss banks and asking President Trump to return them? Did I get that right?ZazaWhat does Georgian Dream’s restriction of diaspora voting rights signify? Are they preparing for early elections?and much morePlease send your questions for the next show to talkgeorgia1@gmail.comWatch trailer here: youtu.be/B3qaAO2f1GA
Talk Georgia brings you weekly news updates on the key political and regional developments in Georgia. New episodes drop every Saturday at 22:00. Don’t miss out!
Talk Georgia is an English-language podcast covering Georgian and regional politics. Guest: Dr. Anna Dolidze, Chair of the For the People Party and former Deputy Defence Minister.Issues discussed: - Ana Dolidze as a party leader: Why party politics?- A reflection on the 2024 parliamentary elections: What was the opposition’s biggest mistake?- Why she remains optimistic about Georgia’s future.- Geopolitics: What is happening around Georgia, and when will the right moment come?- And much more.Watch full episode: youtu.be/hLL21mOocI4


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