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Nick & Tristan interview Michael Huemer & Matthew Adelstein

Nick & Tristan interview Andrew Lister.

Nick & Tristan discuss the impact of AI on society

Nick & Tristan try to predict AI timelines.

How should today’s youth be educated for tomorrow’s world? Join the Right of Reply team for Part 2 of our two-part finale, where we dive into the state of education—both here at home and across the globe.

Cancelled classes, deferred credits, and TAs on strike—what the hell is going on at Queen’s?! Join the Right of Reply team with special guest and TA Elif Gokckek for an in-depth interview regarding the state of education at Queen’s.  This special episode is part 1 of 2 in which we discuss the state of education domestically and abroad. Stay tuned for our next release!

Right of Reply meets Ottawa. Listen in as the Right of Reply hosts discuss standouts in politics and the future of Canadian politics! 

Polarization, Politics, and Presidency—Join the Right of Reply team as they explore themes of nationalism, campaigning, voting behaviours, and other factors that constructed the outcome of the 2024 United States presidential election.

Pharmaceutical ads, gender politics, and more—kick off Season 11 with the Right of Reply team as we explore some of the many controversies that arose during the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Explore the latest geopolitical shifts in our newest episode! Delve into Navalny's defiance, Argentina's political upheaval, Trump's resurgence, and the potential deployment of French soldiers to Ukraine .From political intrigue to international tensions, we unravel the complexities shaping our world today. Don't miss out on this compelling discussion! 

In this episode, we embark on a journey through the global significance of Halloween, delve into the latest headlines surrounding Trump's indictments, and approach the Israel-Palestine conflict with sensitivity and empathy. Our goal is to shed light on these complex issues, fostering understanding and promoting thoughtful discourse. Join us for a respectful exploration of international history and current events.

Welcome to Season 10! This episode, meet your new Right of Reply co-hosts Sean and Charlotte and get ready for a dynamic and informative conversation about current pressing world issues.  Our journey commences with an in-depth exploration of the recent India-Canada tensions, a continuously unfolding situation stemming from the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar and escalated by Prime Minister Trudeau's accusations that Indian officials orchestrated the assassination. This complex tale offers a lens into the subtle nuances of international diplomacy and highlights the uncertain future of healthy Canadian-India diplomatic relations.  Next, we pivot to the pressing matter of the US debt crisis, which extends its influence far beyond American borders. The implications of President Biden's last-minute resolution, and its ticking clock, ripple through the global economy. As we ponder the future, the question looms: will stability prevail, or is uncertainty our only certainty? Finally, we briefly explain the most recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine war and explore their far-reaching repercussions for the region and the international stage. Join Sean and Charlotte, your new co-hosts, as we provide thoughtful analysis, delve into the complexities of these critical issues, and offer a space for contemplation. 

In this week's episode, we asked one of our Queens professors from the Political Studies department to join us in a discussion regarding capitalism. We discuss the common misconceptions people have about how capitalism works. From this, we are able to better understand how it's been deeply rooted in various parts of our lives, as seen through economic markets, society and even healthcare systems.  Check out our Instagram for more information @rightofreply and @queens.iaa

Right of Reply's first episode of season 9 and 2023 features Queen's International Affairs Association's directors for International Development Week (IDW). In this episode Ammia Zafar, Taylor Bourne and Stéphanie Parent address the importance of discussing issues surrounding poverty reduction, the climate crisis and gender based violence.  Don't forget to check out their instagram at @IDW.QIAA and see the amazing events they have planned from February 5th to 11th. Check out our instagram @rightofreply and @queens.iaa

Right of Reply is back with another world news brief. From cannabis in Germany, to North Korea, Ethiopia and the Winter Olympics, Zander and Jacob let you know what's being going on in international affairs as of late. 

Right of Reply is back in 2022 with this collaboration with Queen' International Affairs Association student-run academic journal, The Observer. In this episode, student journalist Aimee Look discusses AUKUS, the security pact between Australia, the UK, and the United States. Aimee interviews Professor Nailin Bu, and they discuss the pact's and its correction to China's presence in the international sphere. Zander and Jacob are incredibly excited for listeners to rejoin us this new year with this exciting collaboration! 

Right of Reply is back with episode 2 of the 2021-2022 season!  This episode, hosts Zander and Jacob have fellow Queen's student Colby Rogers join them as they discuss the interesting ways animals have been used in issues of international affairs and politics. From the use of animals as gifts for diplomatic purposes to a famous picture of Putin, Merkel and a canine, join us in this conversation on how animals play a role in world politics. 

Welcome to the 2021-2022 reincarnation of Right of Reply, a podcast under the Queen's International Affairs Association at Queen's University.  Right of Reply produces episodes about all things international affairs — from the world's most pressing stories to more unheard of issues going on in the global community. In this episode, new co-hosts Zander and Jacob introduce Right of Reply for the 2021-22 academic year and discuss recent world events, from the death of Colin Powell to the Pandora Papers and even some Squid Game analysis from the U.S. State Department.  Follow us @rightofreply to keep up!

Todays episode features Dr.Breede, where we talk about war, technology, foreign policy and its consequences.

In this episode of Right of Reply, Tanisha, Bibi and Nirmit discuss cultural appropriation and appreciation. This episodes special guest is Thar!

For the first episode this season, ROR will discuss social media, and the power and oppression it is used for. Our special guest today is Elisha Corbett, a political science PhD student at Queen's University.

If you are interested in water rights and access to fresh water in Canada and abroad than this week’s episode of 'Right of Reply' is right for you. Tonight we are speaking with Professor Eleanor MacDonald who is an Associate Professor in the Political Studies Department here at Queen’s University. Dr. MacDonald will be giving us some insight into the privatization vs. government regulation debate on fresh water and will be discussing what this means for accessibility in the future. We also discuss some of the difficulties with mobilizing civil society to become serious about water issues and offer some of our own sentiments about why it remains difficult to motivate people around environmental issues despite a general awareness amongst the public to these concerns. We hope you enjoy!

In the final episode of our fourth season, we explore the substance and mechanics of the ongoing U.S. Presidential election. First, we speak with David Rothschild, an economist with a Ph.D. in applied economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. He currently works for Microsoft Research in New York City studying social media data, polling, and markets and is a regular contributor to the Washington Post. Through his development of prediction and sentiment models, David was able to correctly predict 50 of 51 Electoral College outcomes in the 2012 election. We speak with David about the nature and value of contemporary polling, and get his predictions on the ongoing race. We then speak with Paul Quirk, Phil Lind Chair in U.S. Politics and Representation at the University of British Columbia and received his PhD from Harvard University. We talk to Paul about this controversial election, the rise of Bernie Sanders, and the collapse of the Republican Party. Finally, we close with a discussion with the entire ROR team, in which we address some of the many controversies sparked by the ongoing race.

In this episode, Reply of Reply examines sexual violence and sexual assault policy on university campuses. Inspired by the documentary "The Hunting Ground", the Right of Reply team examines the current social climate that facilitates sexual violence and impunity for perpetrators throughout Canadian and American campuses. To help us in our discussion of Queen's University's response to sexual assault, Right of Reply is joined by Victoria Gibson, Assistant News Editor of The Queen's Journal to speak with us on their recent article: Sexual Assault Policy, 15 Months Later.

In this episode, Right of Reply examines the rights and freedoms - or lack thereof - of the LGBTQ community around the world. We speak with John Ibbitson of The Globe and Mail to discuss his article on Everett Klippert, a Canadian man was deemed a dangerous sex offender simply for being gay, and given what amounted to a life sentence in the 1960s. We then speak with Evelyna Ekoko-Kay from Queen's Pride Project and Slava Bortnik from Human Rights First. Finally, we close with a discussion with the Right of Reply team, focused on Roger Ross William's documentary "God Loves Uganda" and the role of religion in restricting gay rights.

In the first episode of the new year, the Right of Reply team explores climate change in the context of the Climate Summit in Paris in December. Drawing from our interviews with singer and documentary film maker Luke Wallace, and Right of Reply's creator, Brenna Owen, who participated in the youth delegation in Paris, we look at the importance of youth engagement in environmental initiatives, and the potential for positive change in this area.

This week, Right of Reply examines the state of security and surveillance in contemporary society, specifically in the context of the recent attacks in Paris. First, we interview Kent Roach, one of Canada's top lawyers with respect to national security and Bill C-51, Canada's anti-terror bill. Mr. Roach provides insight into both the social and political motivations for the bill and its potential consequences for security and civil liberties. Next, we talk to David Lyon, Queen's professor, director of the Surveillance Study Centre at Queen's and author of "Surveillance after Snowden". Professor Lyon discusses the impact of Snowden and the pervasiveness of contemporary surveillance. For our final interview, we speak with Arne Klisenko, professor at both the Munk School of Global Affairs at U of T, and at Ryerson University. Professor Klisenko discusses the Paris attacks in the context of the ongoing Refugee crisis, outlining the realities of Canada's refugee system, and the screening that takes place prior to admittance. He further discusses the respective responses of the Canadian and American governments to the refugee program after Paris. We then conclude with a discussion among the Right of Reply team, who discuss their thoughts on the Paris attacks.

Season 4 episode 2 of 'Right of Reply’ takes a look at the upcoming Canadian federal election. First we Speak to Deborah Coyne, former Liberal leadership candidate and current Green party policy advisor. Next, we speak to Queens University’s political science professor, Elizabeth Goodyear-Grant, who provides us with a scholarly perspective on the election, focusing specifically on gender and the Canadian electoral system. Finally, we host a debate between Queen’s University Liberal, Conservative, and New Democratic Associations. We discuss a series of topics under the category of foreign policy.

Featuring interviews with award winning investigative journalist, Attlia Mong, and Queen's graduate student, Alexander Marar, this episode explores the roles of financial institutions, the justice system, and more, in issues surrounding corruption and white-collar crime. Happy listening!

This episode originally aired on Wednesday, April 2, 2014. We asked Queen's students "Are you a Feminist?" and discovered some interesting answers and perceptions about feminism on campus and on a broader societal level. The episode features interviews with Maureen McTeer, Canadian lawyer, public figure and the first wife of a Prime Minister (Joe Clark) to keep her maiden name. The second interview features Queen's professor Stephanie von Hlatky on being a woman in the realm of international security and politics.

This episode originally aired on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. We spoke to Dr. Peter Campbell of the Queen's History Department about the obstacles Aboriginal peoples in Canada have faced throughout Canada's history, including the treaty-making process and institutionalized discrimination. We also spoke about current issues like political representation and participation and self-government. Next, we asked Queen's Global Development Professor Richard Day how Canadian Aboriginal experiences compare to those of other international indigenous groups. Enjoy!

The latest episode of Right of Reply features an interview with Queen’s History professor Emily Hill. The impetus and framework for the interview was the recent change in Chinese leadership, which happens only every decade or so. One of the most interesting things that Prof. Hill points out is that – despite all the speculation about potential changes under the new leadership – the new members of the Politburo Standing Committee of the Communist Party wouldn’t have ascended to power without extensive connections to the previous generation of leadership and continuing support of the party line. Improvements in human rights, particularly minority rights, party accountability and more proactive environmental policy are a still a few years down the road for China.