The World Deconstructed

Join our insightful conversation with professor, columnist, and renowned social commentator David Tizzard, as he offers a comprehensive analysis of global news and events, breaking them down country by country and issue by issue.

Doctors' Handwriting

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the Indian court’s ruling on doctors’ handwriting.

10-02
11:47

Myanmar's National Unity Government

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Myanmar's National Unity Government, and whether it’s losing momentum to the military junta.

10-01
09:25

Swiss Electronic IDs

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about how Swiss voters narrowly approved state-run electronic ID cards in a referendum.

09-30
10:26

Live Streamed Murder in Argentina

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the massive protests in Argentina after a live-streamed triple murder, and the calls for justice and action against narco-violence.

09-29
07:53

History of the symbol @

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the 3,000-year journey of the @ symbol across cultures

09-26
09:40

China and Hostile Online Contents

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about China cracking down on online content inciting hostility and pessimism.

09-25
12:46

Moldova and Russia's Plot

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Moldova’s detainment of 74 people over an alleged Russia-backed plot to destabilise the country only days before the election.

09-24
10:49

The Philippines' Protest

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the Philippines and the anti-corruption protests on the anniversary of martial law.

09-23
11:42

Saudi-Pakistan Mutual Defense Pact

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Saudi Arabia and Pakistan’s mutual defense pact and reshaping of South Asia–Gulf geopolitics.

09-22
09:45

Effects of Deep Questions

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about a study finding that shows that deep meaningful questions can quickly deepen bonds between parents, children, and strangers.

09-18
10:59

Bogota Driver Protest

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Bogotá bracing for a citywide driver protest against Mayor Galán over mobility, corruption, and safety concerns.

09-17
09:18

Protests in Turkiye

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the protests in Turkiye’s capital city Ankara against the legal crackdown on Turkish opposition.

09-16
10:17

Tax on Sugary Drinks

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Mexico’s 2026 budget proposal and the doubling of tax on sugary drinks to lower consumption.

09-15
10:21

Death of TV Cooking Shows

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about whether TV cooking shows are dying as audiences flock to social media for raw, fast, authentic food content.

09-12
10:03

The 80th UN General Assembly

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about the 80th UN General Assembly, which is facing turbulence even before start due to the Palestinian issue, and concerns over declining trust

09-11
12:03

Nepal's Social Media Ban

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Nepal’s social media bans and the Gen-z demonstrations that shook the capital.

09-10
11:18

Siege in Sudan

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about civilians in Sudan’s last Darfur stronghold that are trapped by the Rapid Support Forces.

09-09
12:37

Norway's Wealth Tax

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Norway’s wealth tax, the exodus of the rich and how this affects the elections.

09-08
10:22

Malawi's Elections

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Malawi’s upcoming election and the future of its fragile democracy and economy.

09-03
11:00

Vietnam's Scooter Ban

Prof. David Tizzard of Korean Studies at both Seoul Women University and Hanyang University and a columnist for the Korea Times will talk about Vietnam’s planned petrol scooter ban for Hanoi and rising fears for livelihoods.

09-02
10:35

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