European Glimpse Podcast

European Glimpse Podcast

Conversations with Alice

Episodes 24
Avg. Duration 37m
Activity Sporadic
Since Jul 2025
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
32%
Hosting
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About This Podcast

Do you know what people care about in Germany, France, Greece, Sweden or Poland? European Glimpse is the place where Alice discovers what is going on in Europe.

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Recent Episodes

Why Your Newsfeed Makes You Feel Like the World is Ending - Ep. 24

Mar 01, 2026 42m

In this insightful interview, Aidan Hoyle, assistant professor at the Univesity of Leiden in disinformation and foreign influence, discusses the mechanisms of disinformation, its subtle techniques,…

Wealthy but Hopeless? The Mental Health Crisis in Europe’s Fastest-Growing Economy - Ep. 23

Feb 13, 2026 33m

In this conversation, Dominika Klimowicz, a political scientist from Poland, discusses the current political landscape in Poland, highlighting the tensions between pro-EU and anti-EU sentiments, the…

From Solidarity to Skepticism: Changing Attitudes Towards Migration - Ep. 22

Feb 06, 2026 51m

This conversation explores the evolving attitudes towards refugees in Germany, particularly focusing on the pivotal year of 2015, the emergence of solidarity and skepticism, and the impact of…

Ep. 21 - Behind the Scenes: What has it been like to make a podcast about Europe?

Dec 24, 2025 16m

In this reflective episode, Alice reviews her journey with the European Glimpse podcast throughout 2025. She discusses the motivations behind starting the podcast, the importance of nuanced…

Ep. 20 - Does Europe Need a "European Dream"?

Dec 13, 2025 42m

In this conversation, Alice and Polina explore the concept of the European Dream, contrasting it with the American Dream, and discussing the cultural, political, and economic challenges faced by…

Ep. 19 - Europe Needs to Develop Cultural Exports as a Strategic Asset

Dec 05, 2025 21m

The podcast explores the complexities of European cultural exports, highlighting the contrast between historical perceptions and contemporary creativity. It emphasizes the need to move beyond…

Ep. 18 - Is Montenegro the Next EU Member?

Nov 07, 2025 40m

SummaryIn this conversation, Nikoleta Đukanović discusses Montenegro's aspirations for EU integration amidst the backdrop of renewed interest in enlargement following the situations in Ukraine and…

Ep. 17 - Is Denmark Going Plant-Based?

Oct 31, 2025 44m

The conversation explores the limitations of awareness and education in food policy in Denmark, particularly regarding plant-based options. It highlights the value-action gap, where knowledge does…

Ep. 16 - Leaving Russia After the Partial Mobilization

Oct 17, 2025 50m

In this conversation, Vladimir Kornev shares his personal journey as a Russian who left his home country amidst the war in Ukraine. He discusses the emotional and practical challenges of leaving, his…

Ep. 15 - My Dutch Friend Bootstrapped A Film About Ukraine

Oct 10, 2025 38m

My Dutch friend Maarten is an independent filmmaker who crowdfunded his recent short fiction film “Homefront” about two Ukrainian brothers. That in itself is quite a move. Enjoy the conversation!You…

Ep. 14 - East German Views on German Unity

Oct 03, 2025 27m

On German Unity Day, Alice reflects on the reunification of Germany 35 years after the Berlin Wall fell, noting that a deep division still exists between the capitalist West and the socialist East.…

Ep. 13 - We're way too pessimistic in Europe

Sep 26, 2025 26m

In this podcast episode, Alice discusses the pervasive pessimism in Europe, exploring its roots and implications. She highlights the contrast between personal optimism and national pessimism, the…

Ep. 12 - Is Germany Failing Its Mothers?

Sep 12, 2025 42m

This conversation explores the challenges faced by mothers in Germany, particularly in relation to labor market participation, child penalties, tax disincentives, cultural perceptions of motherhood,…

Ep. 11 - Let's Talk About the Demographic Decline

Sep 05, 2025 23m

In this episode, Alice discusses the pressing issue of demographic decline in Europe, particularly focusing on Bulgaria's changing fertility rates. She explores the historical context of population…

Ep. 10 - How Detached are the EU Institutions?

Aug 29, 2025 41m

In this conversation, Alice and Ruben discuss the unique experience of living and working in Brussels, particularly within the EU institutions. Ruben shares his first impressions as a trainee at the…

Ep. 9 - How Poland Became an Immigration Country

Aug 22, 2025 45m

This conversation migration researcher Dr. Sara Bojarczuk explores the evolving landscape of migration policies in Poland, particularly focusing on the influx of Ukrainian refugees and the changing…

Ep. 8 - The Eurozone and Bulgarian Youth: Progress, Protests, and Pragmatism

Aug 15, 2025 33m

This conversation explores the complex landscape of Bulgarian youth, focusing on their perspectives regarding the Eurozone, political attitudes, migration, and identity. The discussion highlights the…

Ep. 7 - How Does the EU Influence Universities?

Aug 08, 2025 52m

In this conversation, Dr. Alina Felder-Stindt discusses her research on the intersection of higher education and European Union policy, focusing on the mechanisms through which the EU influences…

Ep. 6 - Forum Europaeum: Building a European Identity Through Media

Aug 01, 2025 37m

In this conversation, Dániel Kovács discusses the journey of Forum Europeanum (Forum Europaeum), a youth-led media platform aimed at fostering a European identity through cultural engagement. He…

Ep. 5 - Is Europe Too Old for Growth? Addressing Workplace Ageism

Jul 25, 2025 43m

This podcast explores the evolving perceptions of aging and ageism in society, particularly in the workplace. Dr. Trudy Corrigan and Lucie Stecker discuss their insights from the SNAW project, which…

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European Glimpse Podcast has published 24 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Science, Social Sciences.

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