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A bi-weekly policy podcast based out of the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. The Oxford Policy Pod explores pressing policy issues around the globe and is produced by students reading for a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government. The podcast explores contemporary policy challenges that policymakers face all over the world, and taps into the rich diversity of policy experience and insights of the student body and faculty.The podcast is supported by the staff of the Blavatnik School of Government. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the students, speakers and featured guests only. They do not represent the views or position of featured organisations, or the Blavatnik School of Government and the University of Oxford.To keep up with the latest on our episodes, follow us on Instagram @OxfordPolicyPod_ and Twitter @OxfordPolicyPod.
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- 1 weeks ago43 min
Fighting Public Corruption and Instilling Cultures of Integrity with Chris Stone
How can we establish cultures of integrity throughout government? In a conversation spanning American criminal justice reform advocacy and global efforts to combat corruption, students Felix Wu and Flavia Martinez speak with Chris Stone about building strong cultures of public service that endure.
- 2 weeks ago30 min
How can climate diplomacy keep pace with a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, geopolitical tensions, and the urgent need for implementation?
In this episode of the Oxford Policy Pod, host Begim Zhanuzakova speaks with Joanna MacGregor, Chief of Strategy and UN Affairs at UN Climate Change (UNFCCC). With a career spanning governments, international organisations, and global climate negotiations, including the UK's COP26 negotiation strategy and advising the Executive Secretary of UN Climate Change, Joanna offers a unique perspective on the future of international climate governance.Together, they explore the outcomes of the Bonn Climate Conference, expectations for COP31, and why climate diplomacy is entering what Joanna describes as an "era of implementation". They discuss the growing role of coalitions in driving climate action, the impact of geopolitical instability on global cooperation, the importance of trust in climate finance, and lessons from small island developing states.The conversation also looks ahead to one of the defining challenges for international institutions: how artificial intelligence could reshape climate governance and what role the UNFCCC should play in ensuring that AI strengthens, global climate action.
- 3 weeks ago1h 6m
Returning Refugees navigating a Public Health Crisis with Rachel Sider
In this episode of the Oxford Policy Pod, Jackson Sandler-Bussey sits down with Rachel Sider, Executive-in-Residence at the Geneva Centre for Security policy, and Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford MPP alumnus. Drawing from Rachel's latest report: Diagnosing return — Health conditions and experiences of returnees in Syria, we explore how Syria is rebuilding after the end of the civil war and tackling its public health crisis, from what has worked, what still needs to be done, and how the world can help. You can read the full report here and learn more about the work of Relief International and other organisations in Syria here.Recorded at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
- Sep 25, 202655 min
Paul Collier on Development, Growth and What Governments Get Wrong
Sir Paul Collier joins Cristian Iftodii (Oxford Policy Pod) and Richard Heydarian at the Blavatnik School of Government in Oxford for a conversation on the new economics of development.We talk about why the poorest countries have not caught up in the way economists once expected, what has changed in how we think about growth, the role of firms and of the state, and what Collier would tell a government that wants to get its country moving.Paul Collier is Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, and was previously Director of the Development Research Group at the World Bank. His books include The Bottom Billion, The Future of Capitalism and Left Behind.Recorded in partnership with Deep Dive.Oxford Policy Pod: https://oxfordpolicypod.captivate.fmFollow us: @oxfordpolicypod#PaulCollier #Development #Economics #OxfordPolicyPod #DeepDive #RichardHeydarian
- Sep 22, 202644 min
Transforming Government in the Age of AI with Aaron Maniam
How should governments adapt as artificial intelligence reshapes our economy, culture, and society? In this episode of the Oxford Policy Pod, students Felix Wu and Marc Naro speak with scholar and poet Aaron Maniam about how public policy can keep up with rapidly evolving AI models.They discuss Aaron Maniam's latest documentary series, titled "Raising Expectations", as well what human values governments must safeguard and preserve as AI plays an increasingly integral role in our daily lives.
- Sep 20, 202630 min
The New Rules of Middle East Investment | François-Aïssa Touazi
In this new episode of the Policy Pod, MPP students Marc Naro and Tara Shwani host François-Aïssa Touazi, a former diplomat who advised France's foreign minister on North Africa and the Middle East before joining Ardian, the largest private equity firm in Europe, where he now sits on the executive committee, chairs the Abu Dhabi arm and handles the firm's relationships with sovereign wealth funds.Mr Touazi is a 2025-26 Transformational Leadership Fellow at the Blavatnik School of Government and co-President of the France-GCC Business Council at MEDEF International.Recorded at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
- Sep 9, 202644 min
Scaling What Works: Asheesh Advani on Education, Entrepreneurship and Opportunity
In this episode of the Oxford Policy Pod, Cecilia Esteche and Howard Leong sit down with Dr. Asheesh Advani, President and CEO of JA Worldwide, one of the world’s largest youth-serving nonprofits.JA Worldwide delivers millions of learning experiences each year across more than 120 countries, helping young people develop skills in entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial capability.We explore how JA scales impact through partnerships with governments, businesses, educators, and volunteers; how it maintains an entrepreneurial culture while operating globally; and what education systems can learn from experiential, hands-on learning.Recorded at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
- Sep 3, 202632 min
From U.S. Ambassador to Impact Investment | John Simon
In this new episode of the Policy Pod, MPP students Marc Naro and Yacine Ouahioune host John Simon, former U.S. Ambassador to the African Union and now CEO of Total Impact Capital, an impact investment firm mobilising private capital to address global development challenges.Ambassador Simon previously held senior roles at the White House, USAID and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), working at the intersection of diplomacy, development finance and investment.Drawing on his experience across government and finance, the conversation explores his journey from U.S. diplomacy to impact investing and the role of private capital in advancing sustainable development.Recorded at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
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About Oxford Policy Pod
A bi-weekly policy podcast based out of the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. The Oxford Policy Pod explores pressing policy issues around the globe and is produced by students reading for a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government. The podcast explores contemporary policy challenges that policymakers face all over the world, and taps into the rich diversity of policy experience and insights of the student body and faculty.The podcast is supported by the staff of the Blavatnik School of Government. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the students, speakers and featured guests only. They do not represent the views or position of featured organisations, or the Blavatnik School of Government and the University of Oxford.To keep up with the latest on our episodes, follow us on Instagram @OxfordPolicyPod_ and Twitter @OxfordPolicyPod.
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