The podcast ‘States and Migration in Europe’ releases the monthly discussion seminar of Dr Emmanuel Comte and explores the relationships between the movement of people and the history of Europe. Each episode addresses a current debate in public and scholarly discussions and features a relevant expert, who is a scholar or practitioner. Follow the conversations to gain valuable insights into the policies and challenges that shape human mobility in this crucial region of the world.
Podcast
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Testimonial
I ‘definitely recommend professionals as well as students to engage in [this podcast’s] discussions on the topics of their interest. It is a wonderful opportunity to listen to the opinions of the participants, on the one hand, and ask critical questions to guest speakers, on the other hand.’ – Ana Gudadze, student at the Vienna School of International Studies
Episodes
January – The refugees in the Ukraine War
Dr Emmanuel Comte speaks with Prof. Ivan Katchanovski, a political scientist and expert on conflicts in Ukraine. They discuss the largest movement of population in Europe since the aftermath of World War II: the refugees in the Ukraine War. More than 8 million refugees from Ukraine have been recorded across Europe, and millions have been displaced within the country. The conversation covers the causes of the conflict, push and pull factors for refugee outflows, geopolitical and economic interests, and how this large movement of population has affected foreign relations.
December – Informing about immigration with Por Causa
Dr Emmanuel Comte welcomes Lucila Rodriguez-Alarcón, the director and co-founder of Por Causa, a Madrid-based organization that works to improve the narrative on immigration in Europe and America. They discuss Por Causa’s impactful work, including their study on the industry of migration control in Melilla, Spain, and the organisation’s successful business model. The guest also shares insights on the power of storytelling to drive social change and bring about greater understanding of immigration.
November – Ludwig von Mises and immigration restrictions
Dr Emmanuel Comte welcomes Dr Phillip W. Magness on the views of the economist Ludwig von Mises on immigration restrictions. They discuss recent distortions of Mises’ thoughts on this subject and why they happened. Ludwig von Mises is one of the major figures of the Austrian school of economics. Dr Magness’ article on this subject is available here.
October – Does Salafism lead to jihadism?
Dr Emmanuel Comte welcomes Dr Mohamed-Ali Adraoui, author of the newly published book Understanding Salafism, on the relationship between Salafism and jihadism. They explore the factors that contribute to jihadism and consider the role of cultural conflicts between natives and immigrants. They delve into the discourse against “jihadism” and its impact on the spiral of violence between jihadi groups and those opposing them.
September – Germany’s role in European migration governance
Dr Emmanuel Comte and Alberto Cunha, a PhD candidate at King’s College London, discuss the role of Germany in European migration governance. They review the concept of hegemony and its evolution, explore the current state of the EU’s migration regime, and consider potential scenarios for the future.
August – Immigration, human rights, and politics in the UK
Dr Emmanuel Comte welcomes Dr Alain Zysset, a senior research fellow at the School of Law of the University of Glasgow and currently on leave to conduct research at the PluriCourts Centre of Excellence at the University of Oslo. An expert of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), Dr Zysset discusses the recent clash between the British government and the ECHR over the transfer of immigrants to Rwanda. They delve into the principles at stake, the historical context, and the broader implications for immigration policies and the political system in the UK.
July – The state, migration, and elections in France
Dr Emmanuel Comte welcomes Francis Ghilès, a seasoned journalist with 50 years of experience covering topics related to France, the Maghreb, and political institutions. They explore the role of migration in the recent electoral cycle in France, analyse the rise of personal movements, and the concentration of power in the country.
June – Turkey and migration in Europe
Dr Emmanuel Comte and Senem Aydın-Düzgit, a professor of international relations at Sabancı University in Istanbul, delve into Turkey’s role in European migration affairs, including the relationships between the EU and Turkey on immigration issues, and conclude on the broader dynamics shaping migration in Europe.