PES Maastricht Podcast

Building Bridges and Sparking Dialogue all over Europe

PES Maastricht Podcast is a student-led political podcast where ideas meet debate. Each episode dives into today's important political topics through discussions, fresh perspectives, and conversations with guest speakers. Our main aim is to make the youth more politically and economically engaged and informed.

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“Western Bubble”
Guest: Joshua Dario Hasenstab

In our third episode, host Gwennie 'T Hart sits down with Joshua Dario Hasenstab to explore why Western foreign policy is struggling to keep up with a rapidly changing world. They unpack the concept of the "Western Bubble", examining how assumptions about moral superiority, identity, and global leadership shape today's geopolitical strategies, and ask how these transformations will shape the future of security for European citizens.

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Previous Episodes

Transatlantic Security in the Changing Middle East

Guest: Roberta Haar

In our second episode, host Simona Hristova sits down with Professor Roberta Haar to unpack the complex relationship between the United States and Iran, and its impact on security in the Middle East and Europe. They explore regional stability, transatlantic cooperation, and the EU's role in an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape — and ask how these dynamics will shape Europe's security in practice.

The New EU Migration Pact:

What Changes on the 12th June?

Guest: Jeroen Lenaers

In our first episode, host Zofia Miedzik speaks with MEP Jeroen Lenaers about the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum before it takes effect on 12 June. They unpack the Pact's key objectives — from stronger borders to faster asylum procedures — and ask whether it will actually work in practice. A must-listen for young Europeans wanting to understand how EU migration policy shapes their future.

Words from the Head of PES Maastricht Podcast

"At PES Maastricht, we are stepping into a new chapter focused on elevating political dialogue through impactful podcasts on today's most pressing issues. In an era defined by rapid change and complex global challenges, we believe informed conversations matter more than ever.
Our mission is to create a platform where students and young professionals can engage critically with hot political topics.

Together, we will foster a community that listens, questions, and contributes to shaping the future."

- Simona Hristova