Poland on Europe's Frontier with Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska

Host Samuel George travels to Warsaw for a conversation with Dr. Malgorzata Bonikowska, one of Poland's foremost experts on European affairs. Together they examine Poland's role as a frontline state in the war in Ukraine, its transformation since the fall of communism and the historical forces that shape its deep skepticism toward Russia. They also explore Poland's position within NATO and the EU, the pressures on democratic resilience, and the challenges posed by shifting U.S. leadership and China's growing influence. The episode offers grounded look at the center of Europe's security and political future.