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Political Bark

Samtaler om politikk og samfunn, med et internasjonalt blikk på lokale hendelser. Gjester fra Ungarn, Norge, USA og resten av Europa — politikere, forskere, redaktører og journalister.

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60 episoder · 2020–2026 · RSS: abonner

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Political Bark spilles inn ukentlig. Samtalene går på engelsk, med gjester fra Ungarn, Norge, USA og resten av Europa.

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  1. 25. august 2026 · 37 minHungary after the elections: EU pressure, Russian ties, and soaring electricity pricesHow has Hungary evolved with the new leadership of Peter Magyar? are things different, better or worse? Found out in this conversation with Marton Ugrosdy, geo political expert, live from Budapest.Ungarn · Energi · Maktbalanse
  2. 13. august 2026 · 17 minOn motherhood, the family and single parentingPersonal podcast: Are you curious about the role of the family in the West? Or want to know more about the Norwegian health system? Tune inHelse
  3. 6. august 2026The future of Africa — with Freddy Yves NdjembaSamtale om Afrikas vei videre: uavhengighet, nye allianser og hva Europa bør forstå om kontinentet.Maktbalanse
  4. 15. april 2026QA with Martón Ugrósdy (your questions about the aftermath of the elections 🇭🇺)You sent the questions, he answeredUngarn
  5. 18. mars 2026Geopolitics in 2026 — focus on Norway and HungaryOm geopolitikken i 2026 sett fra Norge og Ungarn.Ungarn · Maktbalanse
  6. 16. mars 2026Geopolitics and Norwegian politics 2026A conversation with Rajmund Fekete 🇭🇺Maktbalanse
  7. 13. februar 2026On the lack of social identity and capitalism in the West (Ahmari Sohrab, columnist, editor)Capitalism loves uniformity. Learn why we have eroded identity in the West and replaced it with capitalist ideas, market forces and one hit politics. With famous Iranian American Ahmari Sohrab.Midtøsten · Energi
  8. 10. februar 2026A important conversation with Paul Coleman from ADF international: freedom of expression (Norway)Hello! Please have a listen to this conversation that explains WHY we are where we are today and what we can do about it - how we can use the courts and why activism is part of the solution 🇳🇴Ytringsfrihet
  9. 9. desember 2025Ukraine-Russia: What is really happening? A conversation with Dr Attila Demkó, specialist in UkraineThe more we hear, the less we understand. Get your facts checked with this episode!Sikkerhet
  10. 26. november 2025A frank conversation with G.Pappin 🇺🇸 Trump, MAGA, US and its value based governance model🇺🇸 🇺🇸 Today I had interesting conversations and a podcast recording with Gladdin Pappin. We talked openly about the goal of the US government and the mandate of MAGA. We talked about the meetings in Washington last week between PM Orban and Pres Trump, and about why the President finds it easier to relate to state…Ungarn · Maktbalanse
  11. 7. oktober 2025Deputy Head of the Hungarian PM’s office Martón Ugrosdy: on 🇷🇺 and 🇺🇦How can we change the narrative and strive for peace instead of war in Europe?Ungarn
  12. 18. juli 2025Freedom of expression is here to stay 🇳🇴The great debate: My article that went viral in Norway The initial article that sparked the debate: https://klassekampen.no/artikkel/2025-06-24/debatt-mye-a-laere-av-ungarn One of my replied to critics: https://www.nettavisen.no/norsk-debatt/aps-pr-godtepose-for-pride-motstandere/o/5-95-2500937Ungarn · Ytringsfrihet
  13. 27. februar 2024Moroccan - Norwegian relations: An interview with H.E Nabila Freidji 🇲🇦🇳🇴Dear listener, In this week’s episode I have the great pleasure of speaking with Nabila Freidji, Moroccan Ambassador to Norway. She informs and tells me about the Moroccan - Norwegian relations, both in the past and present: About how our two governments can work together in a variety of different areas, and…Utenrikspolitikk
  14. 8. september 2023A frank conversation with Afghan human rights activist, Pashtana DoraniIn this conversation we discuss Afghanistan in 2023, the Pashtun way of life, Norway’s failed policy with the Taliban - and the future for Afghan women onwards 🇦🇫Rettigheter
  15. 25. februar 2023In conversation with H.E Avi Nir Feldklein, ambassador to Israel in Norway 🇮🇱🇳🇴Welcome to a episode of PB; Great with the Israeli Ambassador to Norway. We discussed the ongoing protests in Israel against the governments changes to the judiciary system and appointment of judges, the war in Europe and it’s impact on Israel as well as the Israeli-Palestine conflict. Tune in 💯Midtøsten
  16. 18. oktober 2022In conversation with writer Amal Ghandour (Lebanon)Amal has dedicated her life and career to breaking stereotypes about Arabs (especially Arab women) from her native country of Lebanon. This fall, she is releasing a new book that gives the world an intimate glimpse into the “silent” Arab generation that came of political age in the 1980s. Read more about miss…Midtøsten
  17. 10. august 2022In conversation with the Hungarian Ambassador to France 🇫🇷 🇭🇺 H.E Georg Von Habsburg.Dear listener, thank you for tuning in again to Political Bark, for an interesting and important interview with the Hungarian Ambassador to France. We discuss French-Hungarian relations, the war in Europe, economic changes and political unity in Europe. Most importantly we also discuss what “to tell the youth”…Ungarn · Energi
  18. 13. juni 2022Political Bark in conversation with H.E the Turkish Ambassador to Norway“The EU and Türkiye partnership in 2022”Utenrikspolitikk
  19. 22. april 2022On «Being the good Arab» - A debate on racism in French societyRacism and discrimination are sadly common occurences in France in 2022. Here is an insider conversation on this topic and a snapshot into the life of Algerian born Iskander Ramadan, live from Marseille, France. Tune in!Migrasjon · Rettigheter
  20. 6. april 2022Interview with the Egyptian Ambassador to Norway: New perspectives on the Ukraine/Russia warIn this episode of Political Bark I speak with the Egyptian Ambassador to Norway about the Ukraine/Russia War and Egypt's more pragmatic position. As I discuss with H.E the Ambassador, right now, in this intense and volatile global climate, it is required that we look for solutions that lead to peace and…Sikkerhet
  21. 18. mars 2022Snapshot from Hungary: The War in Ukraine, refugees and Hungarian responsesIn this week's episode of Political Bark I am speaking with the Hungarian Ambassador to Norway, H.E. Eszter Sandorfi. We are discussing the Hungarian responses to the Ukrainian - Russian war, and the ongoing refugee inflow coming across the border from Ukraine. In only 3 weeks, we see more than 200.000 refugees…Ungarn · Sikkerhet · Migrasjon
  22. 21. februar 2022Ukraine and RussiaWith the Chairman of the Political Science Youth organization of Bulgaria, Sergey Petrov, Political Bark tackles the topic of the ongoing crisis between Ukraine, Russian and the West. In this conversation we discuss a weakened EU, and a tactical and strategic strong Kremlin. The biggest loser is Ukraine, which…Sikkerhet
  23. 5. desember 2021Gjengkriminalitet i Oslo: Et reelt resultat av utenforskapHvordan kan vi hjelpe unge ut av gjengmiljøer og ut av kriminelle miljøer? I denne episoden av Political Bark snakker jeg med Usman Ali (Oslo Kommune) som jobber med ungdomskriminelle hver dag, og som vet veldig mye om gjengmiljøer i Oslo etter ti-års erfaring som Politibetjent der (PB3), som vokst opp på Grorud i…Migrasjon
  24. 1. november 2021The future of the EU: Enlarged or broken?Are you curious about the future of the EU? Then you should listen in to this conversation with Politicking me Off (Kaniskh, University of Mumbai), as we discuss potential scenarios for the future of the EU, and the ongoing crisis between Brussels/Von Der Leyen and Poland - Hungary. As all political issues are,…Ungarn
  25. 1. oktober 2021Live from Kabul with Karim KakarHi listeners! Are you curious about events happening in Afghanistan and in Kabul from a local’s perspective? Then please make sure to listen to this episode where we discuss the Taliban, women’s situation today, every day life with the Taliban, the economy, and how recent events have changed Afghanistan, in just…Energi
  26. 13. september 2021Afghanistan 2.0 with Joseph Salomonsen (University of Agder)Are you looking for a full picture of Afghanistan in 2021? Are you looking to get an understanding of the local population, their views on the Talibans & their relation to them? Do you know who the stakeholders in the region are? What about the national interest of Turkey, Qatar and Pakistan in the conflict? Afghan…Rettigheter · Sikkerhet
  27. 15. august 2021Q&A and interview with Sandra Gathmann (Al Jazeera EN)Welcome to a new episode of Political Bark ! In this episode of Political Bark I speak with writer and presenter Sandra Gathmann (Al Jazeera) about her life, career and perspectives on journalism in 2021. This conversation is a relaxed, informal and friendly chat that I hope you enjoyed listening to it as much as I…Ytringsfrihet
  28. 4. august 2021Lebanon 2021: A result of mismanagement and corrupt leaders for decadesJoin me in this week's episode of Political Bark straight from the square outside the Norwegian Parliament where I speak with my good friend Lea, from Beirut. We are gathered today on the 04 of August 2021 to commemorate the tragic event that happened a year ago in Beirut, where 200+ lost their lives and 6500+ were…Midtøsten
  29. 24. juli 20211991-2021: From a unipolar world order, to a multipolar one?Welcome to a new episode of Political Bark In this episode I interview Halvard Wideroe, a political scientists and engineer. We discuss the 'small' topic of the world moving from a 'unipolar setting' to a 'multipolar world order'. We have all seen the cold relationship between China, Russia and the US/West. We are…Sikkerhet · Maktbalanse
  30. 7. juni 2021Russia in 2021: With Researcher Jakub Godzmirski (NUPI)Are you curious about local events in Russia in 2021? Check out this recent episode that Political Bark has done with an expert in the field: Jakub Godzmirski. I ask Jakub about Russia's place in the world: In terms of the high north (Arctic), the USA, Norway, as a force to be reckoned with, and as a main producer…Sikkerhet
  31. 22. mai 2021The Palestine-Israel war: 10 Steps Washington Can Take After the De-escalation of the War on GazaIn this week's episode of Political Bark, I speak with Ambassador Hesham Youssef (United States Institute of Peace). Right now, Israeli led attacks have started again at holy sites in Palestine, only hours after a much sought after peace agreement between Palestine and Israel was negotiated. The continuous cycle of…Midtøsten
  32. 4. mai 2021Identity in 2021: How can we be grounded in our identites? A conversation with writer Nancy HerzIn this episode of Political Bark, I have the pleasure of having writer and activist Nancy Herz with me as a guest, speaking on the topic of 'Identity in 2021'. Growing up in Norway, with Lebanese parents, Nancy is the product of a multicultural, multi-religious and multi-linguistic background: What effect has that…
  33. 12. april 2021Meet Cafecitos Ricos - helping Latina women thrive and succeed + 5 tips when starting YOUR podcastIn this informal chat I speak with Cafecitos Ricos - the new podcast that is going to help thousands of LatinX (and others) in moving forward when it comes to understanding investment, finance, and how to make money - and grow your income. Cafecitos Ricos is a new podcast created by Stef & Betty, two hard working,…
  34. 15. mars 2021🇳🇴 🇸🇾 being a Syrian refugee in Norway - the «jantelov»Hello and welcome to a new episode of Political Bark! In this week’s episode I speak with Johnny Abu Issa (Studio Johnny Salon). We talk about the jantelov, discrimination, motivation & hard work. Johnny Is one of thousands of refugees in Norway. This is only one of many succes stories that we discuss. Johnny…Midtøsten · Migrasjon
  35. 8. mars 2021Gender equality on paper: International Women's Day in one of the most egalitarian country's (Norway) with guest Anna Kirah (US)Welcome to a new episode of Political Bark. In this special episode for the International Women's day, I speak with Design Anthropologist and psychologist, Anna Kirah (US). We have an open, informal and honest conversation on what it is like to be a foreigner in Norway, seeing the country from a "insider - outsider…Rettigheter
  36. 22. februar 2021Interfaith Dialogue in 2021Together with the podcast “My New Politics” (London) hosted by Alex Benn Amir, we discuss the important topic of Interfaith Dialogue in 2021. The topic is of high importance right now for a multitude of reasons ranging from the existence and growth of extremism, conflict, and even war (especially outside Europe) -…Ytringsfrihet
  37. 7. februar 2021Virginity testing in 2021Virginity testing in 2021 - a live conversation with Dehli based @PolitTickingmeOff (India) and Political Bark 🩸Rettigheter
  38. 3. februar 2021Food checking with Hadrien Gonzales (Le Parisien)In this episode of Political Bark the show “Food Checking” (Le Parisien) is the topic. The show is hosted and made by Hadrien Gonzales, and throughout this conversation he gives us insights into how he started his show, how he creates it on a weekly basis, and some insight into the different types of journalism…
  39. 16. januar 2021Museveni wins the elections for the 6th time in Uganda 🇺🇬Yoweri Museveni is a Ugandan politician who has been President of Uganda since 1986. Today he was re-elected as President, serving his 36th year. Tune in and learn about him, his opponent Mr Bobi Wine, and the current democratic situation in Uganda, as I have the privilege to speak with Maren H.Bjørgum live from…
  40. 18. november 2020Who will rule in the South Caucasus? With Dr. Avetikyan, Director of International Programs at EUSPDONATIONS to: Hayastan All Armenian Fund: https://www.himnadram.org/en • Armenia, Azerbaijan, Turkey and Russia are the key actors in the conflict, that was swiftly settled some days ago. Political Bark speaks with Dr. Gevorg Avetikyan about the causes of the conflict and the potential outcomes 🇦🇲 🇦🇿 touching upon…Sikkerhet
  41. 6. november 2020Multicultural society in NorwayMulticultural society in Norway: Political Bark podcast in conversation with novelist Ole-Asbjørn Ness In this episode of Political Bark podcast, host Sophie Matláry has invited Norwegian novelist Ole-Asbjørn Ness to discuss the topic of “Multicultural society in Norway in 2020”. In fact, this topic is very…Migrasjon
  42. 7. oktober 2020An African refugee’s perspetive: why are Syrians chosen by Europe, and not African refugees?Join me for this intimate conversation with Mr. Nihal, a refugee from Sudan. He gives us an insight into his journey as a refugee, since the age of 12 years old; walking from Sudan to Ethiopia - having friends being eaten by hyenas; others by deadly bacteria or lack of food. He tells me about his current hardships…Migrasjon
  43. 25. august 2020Hungary in 2020: What do the youth of Budapest think?In this informal chat, I speak with some interesting people in Budapest. I am curious to ask what they think about the current political climate in Hungary, and also what they think about the international press and their writings about Hungary. As many have seen or read, Hungary is heavily criticized by the…Ungarn
  44. 8. august 2020Lebanon in 2020: a multitude of disasters - economic, social & politicalIn this episode of Political Bark I speak with IR & Middle East politics expert, Elias Dahrouge (Corvinus University, HU) about Lebanon in 2020. Dahrouge is of Lebanese-Hungarian origin and therefore gives us an insiders perspective on current affairs in Beirut. We look at questions such as “what lead to the deep…Ungarn · Midtøsten · Energi
  45. 30. juli 2020The Israeli-Palestinian conflict in 2020: a conversation with Ambassador Hesham Youssef from the United States Institute for PeaceIn this episode of Political Bark, I have the pleasure of speaking with Ambassador Youssef, currently in Washington D.C (See bio below). I ask about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, especially in regards to Prime Minister Netanyahu's annexation plans. What are the international stances on the annexation? How are…Midtøsten
  46. 19. juli 2020On Libya 2020: A conversation with top journalist in the Middle-East, Mr. Abdallah El SenawiLibya is a battlefield, and many fear that it is becoming the new Syria. What was Libya like during Qaddafi's rule? Some say it was a lot better than the chaos that has taken it today, others say external involvement was necessary. What was President Sarkozy and Berlusconi's roles, and why were they so involved?…Midtøsten
  47. 9. juli 2020Migration to Israel: Before and today. We speak with H.E Ambassador to Israel in Norway, Alon Roth.In this week’s episode we ask the Israeli Ambassador to Norway, H.E Ambassador Alon Roth about migration: models, waves and integration, both before and today to Israel - and why migration to Israel is succesful. Where did the first migrants come from, how did the integration occur, does one have to be of Jewish…Midtøsten · Migrasjon
  48. 3. juli 2020Benjamin Haddad: Expert on transatlantic relations; the EU & the US, what next?We had the pleasure of speaking with Benjamin Haddad, French Scholar and head of the Future Europe Initative for the Washington Based think tank «Atlantic Council». Haddad is originally French and was the Washington DC representative of Emmanuel Macron’s movement En Marche in 2017.Maktbalanse · Utenrikspolitikk
  49. 26. juni 2020Morten Jentoft: NRK-correspondent in Moskva, Norwegian-Russian relations, and his latest book on the espionage case involving Frode BergIn this episode of Political Bark, we speak with Morten Jentoft, who is NRK´s Moskva correspondent (the Norwegian government-owned radio and television public broadcasting company) since the 80´s. We enjoy a very interesting conversation about Russia before and today, as well as Norwegian-Russian relations,…Sikkerhet
  50. 15. juni 2020On Turkey´s foreign policy and NATO relations as well as leadership during uncertain timesIn this episode of Political Bark we speak with professor Balkan Devlen, professor in Political Science specializing in forecasting of political change and events in society. We analyze Turkey in the Middle-East and on the world scene, specifically asking about President Erdogan´s next move with regards to allies…Sikkerhet
  51. 7. juni 2020Conversation with his Excellency Mister Amr Ramadan, Egyptian Ambassador to Norway: On covid19, China and international politics, ethnicity and racePolitical Bark is thankful for this informing conversation with Ambassador Amr Ramadan as we hear new thoughts on China and international relations (trade-relations, political, economic and cultural), about the Covid19 situation in Egypt, Egyptian-Norwegian relations, as well as on ethnicity and race in Egypt -…Maktbalanse · Energi
  52. 4. juni 2020Political Bark together with Anita Krohn Traaseth on the issue of change: How to tackle it, predict, and manage it effectivelyPolitical Bark is very excited to speak with Anita Khron Traaseth in this weeks episode about "Change". Anita is a member of the European Innovation Council Advisory Board (EIC) and former CEO of Innovation Norway and HP Norway. She is a business manager and writer, and started her career as a traineed for IBM in…
  53. 27. mai 2020On business, entrepreneurship, women and the Middle-East: A conversation with a female entrepreneur and businesswoman in Cairo, EgyptIn this episode, Political Bark has a video-conversation with Miss Passand El Hammami, an entrepreneur, business owner and start-up success-story, with her brand and Cafe, Sea Salt Bakery http://www.seasaltbakery.com/ This episode is not an podcast episode, but a video one, so it is shared on our instagram page:…Midtøsten
  54. 19. mai 2020On the coverage of right wing extremism in Norway: Are we biased?In this week´s episode of Political Bark we discuss right wing terrorism and how we talk about right wing terrorists. With us, we have Bjørn Ihler, Utøya survivor, peace activist, and part of the Kofi Annan "Extreme Together" foundation, that works on combatting terrorism. Ihler gives us the necessary perspectives…Ytringsfrihet
  55. 11. mai 2020Are we training to be gritty or skinny? A conversation with Cecilia Brækhus, world champion in boxingIn this week's episode of Political Bark we discuss the personality trait grit and body pressure. We look at what grit is, where it might come from and how it affects our ability to succeed. Moreover, what negative traits might come with grit when it is applied to the world of sports and body-pressure. We raise the…
  56. 5. mai 2020Gangs, urban violence and marginalized youth: The rationality of the violence and criminal membershipGangs are unique, and so are their raison d'être. If we want to help young people out of gangs, we need to also come up with tailored and suitable ways to do so. In this episode of Political Bark we discuss criminal gangs. We explore the reasons people, and especially youth decided to join gangs, what they gain…Migrasjon
  57. 21. april 2020Political concensus, political correctness or passivity in Norwegian debate culture?In this episode of Political Bark, we discuss the debate culture in Norway. We look at a major survey conducted by the Norwegian Media Authority (medietilsynet) in 2019 on "critical media understanding" which concludes that 7 out 10 Norwegians have never participated in debates in media channels, be it on facebook…Ytringsfrihet
  58. 14. april 2020African responses to the pandemic: Lessons from a supranational and national perspectiveIn this episode of Political Bark, we review the different policy alternatives to tackling the pandemic. We examine the particular strengths and challenges that the African continent faces. To gain insight on this topic, we speak The Ambassador for the Kingdom of Morocco to Norway, Madame Lamia Radi, as she gives a…Helse
  59. 7. april 2020Positive consequences of the corona pandemic: Interview with start up expert Trond Riiber KnudsenIn this episode of Political Bark, we analyze the possible positive consequences of the corona pandemic and ask Riiber Knudsen about the tech environment and tech eco-system in Norway: where is it at today, what model does it belong to, and will it experience growth in a time of crisis? We are especially interested…
  60. 29. mars 2020Single responses to a unified problem? The Corona 2020 PandemicThis first episode of Political Bark was created in the midst of the Corona pandemic. It features Sophie Matlary and Professor Haaland Matlary, (Political science, University of Oslo) as she answers questions about the pandemic and different international organizations but also nation states´reactions. Some of the…Helse
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