The leadership domain is conducted within human-centric environments, therefore success is always tied to the human. Filled with actionable insights rather than just information, The Iron Sharpens Iron Leadership Movement will give you a focused set of ideas that can be applied in both your personal and professional life. The greater focus you spend on the “tools” that you have and the way you “forge” your relationships and presence, the stronger the others become. This movement will showcas ...
The United States will no longer play global policeman, and no one else wants the job. This is not a G-7 or a G-20 world. Welcome to the GZERO, a world made volatile by an intensifying international battle for power and influence. Every week on this podcast, Ian Bremmer will interview the world leaders and the thought leaders shaping our GZERO World.
Peaceful leadership advocate & mentor Maya Mathias hosts The Executive Book Club podcast, a meeting place for curious minds and battle-weary souls. Maya helps executives, civic leaders and creative thinkers tap into the insights of trailblazers who have come before us, and shares ways to integrate their practical wisdom, accelerate your soul-searching and find profound meaning amid the stresses and strains of modern life. Each episode of the Executive Book Club podcast explores a book-based ...
Excellent Executive Coaching podcast will examples of leadership coaching issues and challenges. Excellent Executive Coaching will provide leadership coaching tips, strategies and resources that can resolve leadership issues. Subscribe today to learn about coaching top global leaders and their trials and successes. The Excellent Executive Coaching podcast is a platform of discussion and a source of knowledge sharing between professional coaches and leaders. It promotes continued education fo ...
Each episode of Global Nomadic Leadership podcast will provide case studies, tips and examples of various leadership opportunities and challenges. Global Nomadic Leadership will provide strategies and resources to bring your leadership or help others to bring their leadership one step closer to excelling. Subscribe today to learn about top global leaders and their trials and successes. Your host is Dr. Katrina Burrus. She is the First Master Certified Coach from the International Coach Feder ...
History is replete with leaders drawing real or metaphorical lines in the sand, challenging opponents to cross only if they dare. David Andelman, an American journalist and author, believes that one way to understand global risks and challenges is to explore the nexus of red lines that define global politics. Indeed, Andelman—in this episode of New…
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Lead. Care. Win: How a More Caring Leader Is What Matters with Dan Pontefract
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Dan Pontefract. Dan is the founder and CEO of The Pontefract Group, a firm that improves the state of leadership and organizational culture. He is the best-selling author of four books: LEAD. CARE. WIN., OPEN TO THINK, THE PURPOSE EFFECT and FLAT ARMY. A renowned speaker, D…
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EEC 160: Business & Cultural Survival are Now in Your Millennials Hands with Philip Zimmerman
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC and Philip Zimmerman discuss how Millennial and Gen Z talent will change everything in business & culture over the next fifteen years. They discuss business and cultural survival as they answer the following questions: Tell us how you became interested in Milleniums? What are the global and economical shifts that have affect…
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Do the Global Poor Have a Champion in the World Bank?
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For the first time in twenty years extreme poverty around the world is growing. How does the developing world recover from a pandemic that has brought even the richest nations to their knees? David Malpass, the President of the World Bank, is tasked with answering that question. He joins Ian Bremmer on the podcast to talk about how his organization…
Since the onset of the pandemic, much of life, school, office, shopping, entertainment, dating and even exercise has shifted from the real world to the virtual world. For many, it has been a painful, frustrating experience. For others, it has been liberating and highly productive. For all, we will inevitably emerge changed by the experience. In thi…
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Unlocking the secrets to a workplace team of raving high-performers with Beth Miller
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Beth Miller. Beth served as a Chair with Vistage, the most prestigious CEO and business owner peer advisory organization in the world for 13 years. As a Vistage Chair, Beth facilitated peer advisor meetings and coached business owners and executives to grow and develop in t…
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EEC 159: Robert “Bo” Brabo… from troubled teenager to the White House, and the Leadership journey along the way
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC talks with Robert “Bo” Brabo about his leadership journey and they discuss the following questions: Tell us about your background? What is the different mindset between a military, corporate and white house politician? Why values-based leadership? How do you lead in a zero-defect environment (White House days)? Why is busine…
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Russia's Cyber Attack: An Act of Espionage or War?
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Former US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson spent years trying to protect the United States against the kind of massive cyber attack that Russia carried out against American businesses and government agencies in the last year. But at what point should we view such a breach as more than a remarkable feat of espionage? When does it constitute a…
Pascal Lamy, former Director General of the World Trade Organization, is arguably one of the most prominent, thoughtful and enthusiastic supporters of a global leadership role for Europe. He deeply believes that the world needs Europe’s brand of “civilized globalization” which he describes as dramatically different from the American or Chinese vers…
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The "Dean of Innovation" focusing on creating an innovation culture, capability, and community with Jeff DeGraff
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Jeff DeGraff. Jeff DeGraff is both an advisor to Fortune 500 companies and a professor at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. His simultaneously creative and pragmatic approach to making innovation happen has led clients and colleagues to dub him the …
2020 will probably be remembered as the year of COVID. But perhaps more importantly, to our collective futures, it's the year that saw the emergence of the scientist as an accepted, necessary player in public policymaking. Probably not since Sputnik and the space race have scientists and science been so visible in the halls of power. Our guest in t…
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EEC 158: Becoming a Credible Leader of Change with Nancy Murphy
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Change is hard for many leaders. Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC discusses with Nancy Murphy what leaders can do to overcome this and how to lead change, as she answers the following questions: What is intrapreneurship and how is it different from entrepreneurship? Why do you focus your work on intrapreneurs? What common mistakes do most intrapreneurs make…
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EEC 157: De-Stress for Success with Hilda Labrada Gore
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews Hilda Gore, a voice for healthy living. Hilda shares her insight on how to reduce stress and maintain a healthy lifestyle while living your best life as she discusses the following questions. People are so stressed right now. What are some simple recommendations you might give them to de-stress? How have you learn…
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Can Europe Trust the US – Or Its Own Nations? A Top German Diplomat’s View
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The GZERO World podcast examines the current state of transatlantic partnerships between the US and Europe following four years of Trump’s presidency, and whether or not the incoming Biden Administration can restore trust that the US is a willing and reliable ally. Ian Bremmer's guest is one of Germany’s most accomplished diplomats, Wolfgang Ischin…
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EEC 156: The Healing Powers of Animals during COVID with Dr. Elena Pezzini
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Dr. Katrina Burrus talks with Dr. Elena Pezzini about her approach using animals to help leaders maximize their profits and increase their free time while reducing the stress in their lives. She covers the following questions as she shares her techniques. How can a pet help executives to have more balance in their lives? How can you help executives…
2020 will be remembered as the Pandemic Year, when a deadly pathogen somehow moved from bat to human—and the rest is history still being written. Six out of 10 infectious diseases are zoonotic: everything from COVID and the other coronaviruses to rabies, West Nile, even the plague. In a Croesus-like effort to break the cycle, Denmark recently kille…
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EEC 155: How Do You Get Along With Someone You Disagree With? with Luis Gonzáles
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By discussing the following questions, Dr. Katrina Burrus talks with Luis Gonzáles about how one can use their communication skills, experiences and leadership skills to build trust and grow a healthy relationship. In a business environment, how does one disagree with someone without damaging the relationship? How does a new leader of a team build …
In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Karin Hurt. Karin was recently named on Inc’s list of 100 Great Leadership Speakers and American Management Association’s 50 Leaders to Watch, Karin Hurt helps leaders from around the world achieve breakthrough results without losing their souls. Karin has over two decades …
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COVID Vaccine in Record Time - What Now? Moderna Co-Founder Noubar Afeyan
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The pandemic’s US death toll shows no signs of abating and the holiday season’s spike will likely dwarf any surge that came before it. But in the midst of this dark winter there are glimmers of hope, as the first of the COVID-19 vaccines have nearly arrived (or, depending on when you read this, already have). On the podcast this week, Ian Bremmer i…
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Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere with Alan Caugant
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Alan Caugant. Alan started Superhumain, a training and consulting company focusing on right-hemisphere thinking and being. When applied to companies, they become purpose-driven and achieve more with more engaged employees. When we add right-brain thinking to our pre-dominan…
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EEC 154: How To Get Referrals Without Asking with Stacey Randall
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Dr. Katrina Burrus discusses with Stacey Brown Randall the importance and impact of referrals as they answer the following questions. What is a referral? Where do referrals fit in our sales strategy? How not to get a referral. Where do you start to generate referrals? Who does your methodology work best for? Who is Stacey Brown Randall? Stacey Brow…
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Special Edition: Can Sustainable Investing Save Our Planet?
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Benjamin Franklin famously called on American business leaders more than two centuries ago to “Do well by doing good.” To him, that meant creating companies that were not just about the bottom line, but also that helped foster happier and healthier communities. Now, as 2021 approaches and the world recovers from the greatest crisis of our lifetimes…
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EEC 153: Leading in Uncertain Times - A Fighter Pilot’s Guide to Leading in Complexity with Brandon Williams
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC talks with Brandon Williams about leadership development and how high performing teams navigate complexity. Brandon shares more of his expertise as he answers the following questions: How did you start Lead Tac? How does your philosophy on leadership help entrepreneurs? How can the Human Factors Leadership help one be a bett…
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The art of Breathing as an leadership imperative with Sandy Abrams
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Sandy Abrams. Sandy's Breath & Mindset techniques are for "in the moment" empowerment. No need to master the art of stillness or reserve chunks of time. Her tried and true advice fits right into your busy day; enhancing your thoughts, energy, creativity and clarity that lea…
Joe Biden has been a public figure for decades but he’s far from an open book. For a man who has been in national politics since the age of 29 and has made multiple attempts at the presidency (third time’s a charm) it’s remarkable how much he has been willing to change. In a conversation with Ian Bremmer, Biden biographer and New Yorker staff write…
Dr. Katrina Burrus talks with Ed Evart about his new book that is hot out of the press Drive Your Career. They continue their conversation with the following questions: What are nine high impact ways to take responsibility for your own success? What are three valuable coaching activity and behaviors one can do to improve their career? 85% of his cl…
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Special Edition: What to Expect from Joe Biden’s Presidency
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It was an election for the history books in many ways, with record voter turnout during an unprecedented global health crisis. And while President-elect Joe Biden emerged as the winner after securing close-margin victories in some key states, he will undoubtedly face a deeply divided nation when he takes the oath of office in January 2021. In our l…
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Do you think you know Millennials? with David Hill
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews David Hill. David is a leadership development coach, committed to helping millennial executives become game-changing leaders. His extensive experience in millennial leadership and the executive space allows David to speak about developing skill sets to effectively manage st…
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Will NATO Adapt to Emerging Global Threats?
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The world has changed significantly since the fall of the Berlin Wall. Has the intergovernmental military alliance of NATO—which was founded to counter the Soviet threat to the West—done enough to keep up with today's landscape of global threats? Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg joins Ian Bremmer to make the case for a modern, 21st century NATO. …
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EEC 151: How to Level Up Your Hiring Process with David Russell
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews David Russell and discuss the importance of the hiring process and how to avoid the big mistakes. What’s the #1 objective leaders should have when hiring? What’s the biggest mistake made in hiring? Why are assessments worth the cost in the hiring process? We seem to hire good people most of the time. Why is a hiri…
The U.S. election has come, but not quite gone as President Trump continues to resist the otherwise apparent victory of Joe Biden. Notwithstanding that drama, what did the voting tell us about America, Americans, and democracy? Scott Miller, political and business consultant, and Josh Steiner, investor and adviser to Bloomberg LP, are deeply immers…
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Know your journey to know your WHY with Ericka Kelly
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Ericka Kelly. Ericka is a globally recognized professional speaker, executive coach and trainer where her leadership skills and life’s story are utilized to add value and to develop senior executives and future leaders. She was the former. Chief Master Sergeant for the Air …
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EEC 150: From Showbiz to Rockstar Speaking: How to Compete in a Saturated Market with Jennifer Lier
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews Jennifer Lier and discuss how she went from being in showbiz, to a rockstar speaking bureau. What is your background? How did you get started? How has your past work helped you today? What can people do to get started in the speaking industry? What is your best advice to speakers? Who is Jennifer Lier? After an il…
The US election may be nearly over (emphasis on nearly) but the COVID-19 pandemic rages on. During the week of the election alone, the daily US case rate shattered the pandemic’s previous record, reaching well over 100,000. The grim milestone made it all too clear the biggest story of the year, and of perhaps our lifetimes, continues to be the coro…
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Special Edition: Running on Fumes: The Future of Fossil Fuels
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The pandemic has hastened an already growing trend in energy consumption globally—a shift from fossil fuels like oil and gas toward renewable resources. What nations and corporations stand to benefit from this new reality, and who stands to lose the most? In the latest episode of Living Beyond Borders, moderator Caitlin Dean asks some geopolitical …
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EEC 149: How Losing Your Job Can Leave to a Dream Lifestyle with Jim Palmer
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews Jim Palmer and asks him the secrets to his success. What were his 4 pillars of success? How did he come to work on the imposter syndrome? What changed his mindset from approaching money as a resource from an expense to an investment? How can a "what if" mindset derail your dream and how can you change that? Who is…
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What Could Go Wrong in the US Election? Rick Hasen on Nightmare Scenarios and Challenges
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The end is nigh! With just days to go (hours, really) until voting concludes for the 2020 US election, many Americans are losing sleep over the various ways that things could go wrong on Election Day and in the days and weeks to follow (it may be time to retire that term “Election Day,” given that most states won’t finish their ballot counting on N…
Once again, the Amazon is burning—and deforestation may be approaching a tipping point that could turn the world’s largest rain forest into dry savanna or even dessert. What are the potential consequences? Why aren’t we terrified? Who should be doing what? André Guimarães, executive director of IPAM Amazonia, one of the premier research organizatio…
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GRIT! Do you have it? with Shannon Huffman Polson
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon shares stories of grit and leadership to help others overcome fear, break through uncertainty, and reach their full potential. Drawing on a distinguished military and corporate career, she reveals her lessons learned and leadership strategies…
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EEC 148: How to Lead Without Apologizing with Kathi Kulesza
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews Kathi Kulesza and asks her what is her expertise. Kathi encourages women to take-action to become known in your area of expertise. Kathi Kulesza, is a board member of the National Speaker’s Association (NSA) of Las Vegas and she will explain what it took for her to become a public speaker and known as the person f…
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How a “President Biden” Could Reshape US Foreign Policy
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If the 2016 presidential election taught us anything, it's that only fools make predictions. So let’s give it a go! In this episode of the GZERO World podcast, Ian Bremmer poses a basic question: If Joe Biden wins the presidency how would he reshape U.S. foreign policy? Anne-Marie Slaughter, who served as a top State Department official under Presi…
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Special Edition: Big Cities After COVID: Boom or Bust?
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What will the cities of the future look like? Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the answer to that question was clearer: Urban areas around the world were on a trajectory of exponential growth, with 68% of the world's population expected to live in cities by 2050. It's unlikely the pandemic can dramatically alter that unstoppable trend, particularly in…
The competition between China and the United States is the defining geopolitical reality of the 21st century. The evolution of its new Great Game will determine whether our collective future will be one of prosperity or disaster. In this episode of New Thinking for a New World, Alan Stoga talks to Kishore Mahbubani, the renowned Singaporean global …
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Fast-paced advice from one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world! with Michael Gorton
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Michael Gorton. Michael Gorton is a highly accomplished Chief Executive, Board Member, and 13-time Serial Entrepreneur with several decades of experience building companies in the telecom, music, energy, healthcare, book publishing, and water remediation industries. As CEO,…
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EEC 147: Be Irresistible to Your Desired Clients with Matt Johnson
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Dr. Katrina Burrus interviews Matt Johnson who explains the concept of being MicroFamous and how it differentiates you from your competition. Being MicroFamous entails being a thought leader in your field. Katrina asks Matt: What kinds of strategic advice can business coaches offer their clients on how to craft their brand messages more effectively…
The United Nations turned 75 this year—but the pandemic overwhelmed its birthday party. The UN, built in a different world, has succeeded in its core mission: preventing World War III. But is the UN, as it is now constructed, relevant to the problems of the 21st century? In this episode Alan Stoga talks to Jan Eliasson, a Swedish and global diploma…
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Leadership and Human Connection- the power of mindfulness with Sharee Johnson
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In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Sharee Johnson. Sharee is a registered Psychologist and Executive Coach. She considers mindfulness the most effective way to bring sustained change and focus to life. As a mindful practitioner, she brings a deep understanding and lived experience of the power of presence, s…
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EEC 146: Fear(less) Mindset with Rebecca Heiss
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Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC interviews Rebecca Heiss, and here are the nuggets that came out from the interview. Your brand is all about being fear(less) tell me what that means to you. Why are we so focused on negative things? How do our stone-aged brains hold us back? What are the most tangible things we can do right now for a more fear(less) mindset…
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UNHCR's Filippo Grandi: How the Pandemic has Upended the Lives of Refugees
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Guest: Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Refugees When the pandemic first took hold earlier this year, refugees around the world braced for the worst. Tightly packed camps with poor hygiene seemed like viral hotspots in waiting. But these nightmare scenarios largely did not come to pass, or at least hasn’t yet. Even still, UN High Commission…
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Special Edition: A New Cold War? Tensions Rise Between US & China
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As global competition and a ratcheting pandemic blame game erode diplomatic relations between the US and China, GZERO Media and Citi Private Bank are taking a look at what that growing schism means for the economy, consumers, and the world order. In geopolitical circles it’s known as “decoupling,” a move toward a creation of separate systems for th…