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Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
1y ago
From global powers at war to economic instability and climate change, it’s becoming ever more important to understand the complexities of geopolitics and how these forces at play are shaping our world, now and into the future.
Our geopolitical experts have seen increasing demand for their clear-headed perspectives and insights on critical global issues. Meet some of them below and learn more about their keynote topics and how they’re helping people and organizations adapt and prosper in a world of ever-increasing complexity.
Global Issues: Dangers and Opportunities Ahead
Whether it’s economics ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
1y ago
Tasha Kheiriddin is a staple within Canadian politics, having spent more than two decades analyzing, reporting, and commenting on political and current affairs for major networks and publications across the nation. With her latest book, The Right Path, she presents a clear and insightful path forward for Canadians.
Currently a columnist with Postmedia, Tasha is already an accomplished writer having co-authored Rescuing Canada’s Right: Blueprint for a Conservative Revolution. With the release of her second book, The Right Path: How Conservatives Can Unite, Inspire, and Take Canada Forward, she ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
This month’s new reads come from the brilliant minds of geopolitical strategist Ian Bremmer and sustainability and climate change expert Chris Turner. Their new books dive deep into lessons learned from today’s biggest crises to offer an optimistic roadmap to a brighter future.
From pandemics and climate change to how new technologies will transform our lives, learn how governments, corporations, and individuals alike can contribute toward building a 21st century quality of life that far surpasses the 20th version in every way.
The Power of Crisis by Ian Bremmer
Available May 17
Drawing on les ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
One of our go-to podcasts, especially during today’s challenging geopolitical atmosphere, is the Munk Members Only Podcast, hosted by the co-founder, chair, and moderator of the renowned Munk Debates, Rudyard Griffiths.
This popular show provides a focused, half-hour masterclass on current events with Rudyard being joined by geopolitical expert Janice Gross Stein. Each week, Janice unpacks the biggest headlines in the news and dives deep into the people, events, and trends shaping our lives.
Recent episodes have focused on unpacking Russia’s war on Ukraine, explaining what led up to it, it’s i ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
As the president and founder of the Eurasia Group, the world’s leading political risk research and consulting firm, Ian Bremmer recently joined TED to discuss the global implications of the war in Ukraine and the permanent geopolitical shifts in the world order that we’ve already seen.
“In my lifetime, the most important geopolitical artifact is the fall of the Berlin Wall…,” Ian said to start off the event. “I think that in 30 years’ time, and I fear that in 30 years’ time… the second most important geopolitical artifact will be a piece of the rubble of the Maidan in Kyiv.”
Below is a summary ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
“There’s a fine line between deterring Russia and escalating the conflict,” writes geopolitical expert Janice Gross Stein in a recent article with Foreign Affairs.
In this detailed article, Janice — the Founding Director of the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy — outlines the options available to NATO and the West in ending Russia’s war on Ukraine, and the difficult choices they face in supporting Ukraine while preventing a global war that could easily turn nuclear.
The Ukraine Dilemma
Western governments, Janice writes, have two competing objectives. They ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
The former chief economist at CIBC World Markets, Jeff Rubin joined Financial Post to discuss why we’re seeing such high oil prices right now, and the impact these rising prices will have on the global economy.
Triple digit oil prices, Jeff says, will lead to a global recession. We’re reaching this critical point because Russia is the third largest oil producer in the world and the second largest exporter. Several countries, including Canada and the US, have banned Russian exports in response to Russia’s devastating attack on the Ukraine. This material supply shock, as well as potential for sc ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
Geopolitical strategist Peter Zeihan predicted Russia’s attack on Ukraine eight years ago. Through combining an expert understanding of demography, economics, energy, politics, technology, and security, he predicts tomorrow’s headlines for his clients, and he certainly did the math correctly when it comes to Russia.
In a presentation clip from 2014, Peter breaks down the major factors indicating that aggression from Russia was on the horizon. He also indicated which countries were likely to be on the receiving end of this, Ukraine making the top of the list.
Demographics
The first factor is th ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
2022’s theme for International Women’s Day is “break the bias”, and we’re proud to represent a diverse group of women who, as leaders in their fields, use their platforms to enact positive change worldwide.
We’ve curated some of our most popular blog posts below that showcase the expertise that these women bring to every stage as keynote speakers. Their powerful, compelling, and informative talks leave audiences motivated and equipped to face the challenges of today and build a brighter tomorrow.
Entrepreneurship
Recommended reading — From Caviar to Clearco: How Michele Romanow Made It
Best r ..read more
Speakers' Spotlight » Politics
2y ago
In the wake of Russia’s devastating attack on Ukraine, geopolitical expert Janice Gross Stein said the invasion marks a shift in the world order with the window for a diplomatic solution quickly shrinking.
The founding director of University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy shared her insights into the unfolding crisis in an informative Q&A with Munk School.
Munk School: With the attacks overnight, Putin has acted on his threats of war. How far can we expect Russia to take this?
Janice Gross Stein: Formally, Russia invaded on Monday when it sent its troops over ..read more