The Arctic Circle Podcast

Nov 04 2024 158 ep. 32 mins 915
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The Arctic Circle Podcast brings together voices from the growing international community dedicated to the future of the Arctic and our planet. This podcast showcases a collection of inspiring and informative speeches, sessions, and dialogues from heads of state, government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, experts, scientists, entrepreneurs, business leaders, indigenous representatives, environmentalists, students, activists, and other Arctic enthusiasts.

Explore topics such as climate change, geopolitics, indigenous affairs, business, energy, shipping, ocean health, and societal issues.Topics include Climate change, Geopolitics, Indigenous Affairs, Business, Energy, Shipping, Oceans and Societal Issues.

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Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of the NATO Military Committee

Nov 04 2024 13 mins  
In this episode, Admiral Rob Bauer makes his third and final appearance at the Arctic Circle Assembly as Chair of the NATO Military Committee. He addresses the rising strategic competition and ongoing geopolitical challenges in the Arctic, stressing the increasingly urgent need to ensure security and stability in the region.This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Ci

Welcome to the 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly

Oct 29 2024 11 mins  
In this episode, H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland, officially kicks off the 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly, which took place October 17-19 in Reykjavík, Iceland. This opening speech sets the tone for our new podcast season, which will feature a range of inspiring and thought-provoking speeches, Q&As, sessions, and discussion

Arctic Circle Berlin Forum Wrap-up

Oct 14 2024 14 mins  
In this episode, H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland, shares his reflections and final remarks on the 2024 Berlin Forum, where discussions centered on navigating Arctic issues at crossroads.This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue an

Is Non-Arctic Europe an Asset for the Arctic?

Oct 07 2024 51 mins  
In this episode, we explore the role that non-Arctic European countries play in addressing Arctic challenges, highlighting their commitment and the assets they bring to regional cooperation.Our panelists include:Clarissa Duvigneau: German Ambassador to IcelandCarmine Robustelli: Special Envoy for the Arctic at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of ItalyCl

What’s Next With and Without Russia?

Sep 30 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, we will explore the future of Arctic governance with and without Russia, examining perspectives ranging from research collaboration and international law to security policy, and exploring potential avenues for renewed cooperation.Our panelists include:Anne Morgenstern: Senior Researcher at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research,

Co-Creation and Two-Eyed Seeing

Sep 23 2024 60 mins  
In this episode, we will explore the concepts of co-creation and two-eyed seeing, focusing on the perspectives of Indigenous and scientific knowledge in research endeavors.Our panelists include:Aslak Holmberg: President of the Saami CouncilNaja Dyrendom Graugaard: Postdoctoral Researcher at the Aarhus University, Denmark Vivi Vold: PhD Candidate at the University of Greenland and t

Arctic Geopolitics 201

Sep 16 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, we will further examine and discuss the implications of geopolitics on Arctic governance and cooperation.Our panelists include:Rt. Hon. Mark Pritchard MP: Vice-President and Special Representative on the Arctic and High North of the OSCE Parliamentary AssemblyHon. Bryndís Haraldsdóttir MP: President of the Nordic CouncilMichael Paul: Senior Fellow at the German I

Green Energy from the Arctic

Sep 09 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, we will explore views and perspectives on the potential of Arctic clean energy for the European market.Our panelists include:H.E. Angus Robertson: External Affairs Secretary of the Scottish GovernmentAndré Küüsvek: CEO & President of the Nordic Investment BankRobert Howe: Managing Director of Bremenports, GermanyThe discussion and following Q&A with the

Arctic Geopolitics 101: Germany’s Perspective

Sep 02 2024 11 mins  
In this episode, Tjorven Bellmann, Political Director of the German Federal Foreign Office, shares Germany’s perspective on the implications of geopolitics for Arctic governance and cooperation.This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It i

The Global Arctic: Security & Cooperation

Aug 26 2024 62 mins  
In this episode, we engage in an insightful conversation between two distinguished members of the Arctic Circle Mission Council on the GlobalArctics:Heather Exner-Pirot: Managing Editor of the Arctic Yearbook and Senior Fellow & Director of Energy, Natural Resources, and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Canada.Lassi Heininen: Professor Emeritus and Visiting Resea