Is Donald Trump's presidency the beginning of a new era in the global world order? What is there to know about economic disruption and globalization in this context? And is the European Union overreacting in its response to the recent events or rather attempting to 'make Europe great again'? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Matthew Kaminski, POLITICO's Editor-at-Large, writing regularly on global politics. He is the co-founder of POLITICO Europe, a pan-European publication created in 2014 through a joint-venture with Axel Springer, and a former Editor-in-Chief of POLITICO from ..read more

Liberal Europe Podcast host Ricardo Silvestre talks to Austrian liberal MEP Anna Stürgkh who shares her journey from Austria to the European Parliament, her passion for the European Union, and her work on energy security and reform. We also dive into pressing issues like the future of Europe, the rise of populism, and the importance of delivering on Europe's promises to its citizens. This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and Fundacja Liberté!, with the financial support of the European Parliament. Neither the European Parliament n ..read more

What does Donald Trump understand about politics that others don’t? What is the impact of Trump's presidency on Europe (and the Polish political scene in particular)? And what should we expect from the forthcoming Polish presidential elections? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Andrzej Bobiński, the Managing Director of Polityka Insight. Tune in for their talk! This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and Fundacja Liberté!, with the financial support of the European Parliament. Neither the European Parliament nor the E ..read more

In this episode of the Liberal Europe Podcast, Leszek Jażdżewski (Fundacja Liberte!) and Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social) discuss the evolving role of NATO and the European Union in global security amidst shifting U.S. foreign policy under the second Trump administration. They explore whether Europe can step up as a security provider, how transatlantic relations are reshaping, and what this means for the EU’s strategic autonomy in the face of growing geopolitical tensions. This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and  ..read more

Over-fragmentation of the European defense market is a major issue that weakens the EU’s military capabilities and efficiency. The EU countries have too many different weapon systems, national procurement processes, and military standards, making interoperability difficult and reducing cost-effectiveness. To be a stronger security player, the EU must reduce fragmentation, develop a more unified defense market and significantly increase defense investments to provide at least half of NATO’s conventional capabilities. In the new episode of the Liberal Europe Podcast, our host, Ricard Silvestre ..read more

Many people with disabilities are disenfranchised completely from voting in Europe, but physical barriers are not the only ones preventing them from taking a more active role in politics. There is still a lot to do to encourage political participation and proper representation of this minority group. Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social) is joined by Alva Finn, the Executive Director of ELF Secretariat, and Baroness Sal Brinton, British MP for the Liberal Democrats and Vice-President in the ALDE Party. Alva leads the conversation with MP Sal on how to drive cultural change regarding the ..read more

Crisis after crisis, the youth need politicians who will not ignore their problems but propose solutions so they can feel they have a future. In such a volatile environment—with wars and COVID still in the back of our heads—security and stability are something that we are all craving. Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social) talks to Ines Holzegger, resident of LYMEC - Liberal Youth about the role of liberal youth in the political future of Europe, and the importance of crafting the right political messages to engage young European voters. This podcast is produced by the European Liberal F ..read more

What brings 2025 to Europe? And how should we prepare for that? Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social) talks to ELF President MEP Jan-Christoph Oetjen about EU strategic autonomy, the balance of power at the European Parliament and his motivation to be ELF Board President; This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and Fundacja Liberté!, with the financial support of the European Parliament. Neither the European Parliament nor the European Liberal Forum are responsible for the content or for any use that be made of ..read more

How can the European Union woo Donald Trump? Why immigration is beneficial and morally right? And what is the EU's potential for change and reform? Leszek Jazdzewski (Fundacja Liberte!) talks with Philippe Legrain, a former economic adviser to the president of the European Commission, a Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics’ European Institute, and the author of "Them and Us: How Immigrants and Locals Can Thrive Together" and "European Spring: Why our Economies and Politics Are in a Mess and How to Put Them Right". Tune in for their talk! Find out more about the guest: https ..read more

In this episode of the Liberal Europe Podcast, Ricardo Silvestre (Movimento Liberal Social), talks to MEP and ELF Board Member, Jeannette Baljeu. They talk about the document "The future of European competitiveness – A competitiveness strategy for Europe", also known as Draghi Report, from a political perspective. This podcast is produced by the European Liberal Forum in collaboration with Movimento Liberal Social and Fundacja Liberté!, with the financial support of the European Parliament. Neither the European Parliament nor the European Liberal Forum are responsible for the co ..read more