Beyond Horizons In A Kayak

Join Rhys Jones and Tom Solstad, avid kayakers who discuss the big issues which society seems to have stopped debating. Global affairs, economics, and banter!!

The Death of Democracy

With over half the world’s population going to the polls in 2024 in 70 countries to elect their leaders, democracy seems to be thriving. We argue why this is most definitely not the case.

05-25
27:09

The silent revolution

We explore a subject that is hardly ever talked about.

02-16
27:09

China’s gathering dark clouds

The second part to our China pod where we discuss the economy, what is going wrong and is Xi Jinping the problem rather than the solution

09-04
30:08

Understanding China

Tom and Rhys delve into the weeds as they discuss China, its geography, history, demographics and economy.

09-01
31:22

Crazy Politicians and Mad Rulers

Tom and Rhys dig out a myriad of entertaining stories about the wilder side of Politicians and Rulers. Enjoy

06-18
29:15

Places that don't exist (and nations which the UN does not recognise)

Tom and Rhys go on a journey to explore the myriad of nations which simply don't exist in the eyes of the world. They may have their own borders, flags, governments and currencies but they are not recognized. Welcome to places that don't exist!

06-05
26:10

Is it going to be AFRICA's Century? (Prosperity or Zone of Chaos?!)

Tom and Rhys discuss the changing demographics and urbanisation in Africa and will these factors lead to this being Africa's century.

05-08
32:20

Drugs

Rhys Jones and Tom Solstad discuss the numbers and statistics on illicit drugs and narcotics and explore solutions to this ever growing problem.

04-30
34:41

Pensions

Whats happening in France? The rioting and strikes are just a symptom of a bigger global problem with funding pensions. Join us as we go beyond horizons!

04-29
32:40

Reasons To Be Cheerful

Tom Solstad and Rhys Jones discuss a number of reasons to be cheerful. The news is always gloomy and depressing but when you look at the big picture, the global statistics and beyond the sensationalism of the press, the outlook is a lot more cheerful than one would expect. Global issues, Economics, World politics and International affairs. Join us beyond horizons in the kayak.

04-22
24:32

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