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Almost Diplomatic
Almost Diplomatic is a podcast discussing geopolitics, national security and nonsense over beers. Disclaimer: The comments and views discussed in the podcast are our own and do not represent those of any entity we volunteer with or are employed by.
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*RERELEASE* EP63 - Don't Nuke Nevada
Originally released on May 31, 2020. In October 2025, President Trump announced again that the United States would resume nuclear testing. We spoke ab...
EP91 - The Last Time Canada Was Invaded
In this episode we discuss the last time that Canada was invaded in 1866, check out the episode to figure out who did it!
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EP90 - Just a Few More BRICS in the Wall
Join us in this episode where we discuss the BRICS economic block and their possible expansion!
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EP89 - Putin and the ICC
Join us as we discuss the International Criminal Court and their arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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EP88 - Persian Gulf War
Join us as we discuss for a history episode on the Persian Gulf War.
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EP87 - Russian Mercenaries
Join us in this episode where we discuss Wagner Group, the Russian paramilitary organization causing chaos throughout the world.
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EP86 - The World Cup and Geopolitics
Join us as we discuss FIFA's World Cup and it's involvement in Geopolitics along with the controversies of Qatar hosting the event!
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EP85 - What is a Major Non-NATO Ally?
This episode we discuss what a major non-NATO ally is using the examples of Afghanistan, Brazil, Colombia, Japan, Pakistan, and Qatar.
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EP84 - The Northern Ireland Protocol
Join us as we discuss Irish elections and the Northern Ireland Protocol.
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EP83 - Slava Ukraini
This episode we look at the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine, discussing the ongoing situation, the Lend-Lease program, No-Fly Zones and potential...
EP82 - Ukraine Under Threat
In this episode we discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine which is under threat of a Russian invasion.
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EP81 - Dune: Shields and Space Worms
Join us as we discuss the geopolitics of Dune!
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EP80 - Aukus: Another Acronym
Listen in to hear us discuss the recent trilateral security pact between the U.S., U.K., and Australia along with talking about France and China's rea...
EP79 - Belarus is Russia Jr.?
Join us as we discuss Belarus regarding the RyanAir "hijacking", defecting Olympic Athlete, weaponizing migrants and sanctions!
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EP78 - Israel-Palestine: War Again
Join us for our first in-person episode in over a year! We discuss the recent situation in Israel and Palestine; looking at Sheikh Jarrah, communal vi...
EP77 - Myanmar Coup (also we're back!)
Soooo we've been uncanceled so yay! Listen to this episode as we discuss the issues that have arisen in Burma/Myanmar since the coup by the Myanmar Mi...
EP76 - The Expanse: Holden Pushes Buttons
This was the final episode of Almost Diplomatic, then we decided nah, so join us as we have some beers and discuss season 5 of The Expanse!
EP75 - 2020: It's been 84 Years
Join us as we discuss 2020 focusing on topics like COVID-19, Iran and Russia!
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EP74 - How about a Turkey Episode?
Join us as we discuss the geopolitics of Turkey! We talk about Turkey's interaction with the EU, Russia and how Turkey has changed the last ten years....
EP73 - France: Secularism and Freedom of Speech
In this episode we discuss the recent terror attacks in France, Secularism and freedom of speech.
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EP72 - Election 2020: Foreign Policy
This episode we talk about the 2020 Presidential Election's candidates on Foreign Policy. We discuss China, Russia, NATO and Climate Change!
EP71 - Keeping up with the Caucasus: Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict
This episode we discuss the ongoing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.
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EP70 - UN Reform or Not?
Join us as we discuss the Permanent Five (P5) members of the UN Security Council. We focus on WHO if anyone would be granted a permanent seat on the S...
EP69 - In Abe We Trust?
In this episode we discuss the resignation of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. We go on to discuss his legacy and the hurdles his successor will fa...
EP68 - From Belarus With Love
In this episode we discuss the recent election scandal in Belarus that launched widespread protests which in turn provoked a harsh response from the g...
EP67 - Trump Removing Troops from Germany and We Talk TikTok
This episode we talk about the rationale and implications of the US removing troops from Germany and discussed whether TikTok is a national security t...
EP66 - The Empire Did Nothing Wrong?
In this episode we use Star Wars to discuss authoritarianism.
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EP65 - India-China: Himalayan Hijinks
This episode we discuss the recent border clashes and diplomatic spat between India and China.
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EP64 - Goodbye Hong Kong?
Join us as we discuss the implications of a potential new National Security Law being implemented in Hong Kong that threatens its autonomy from the Pe...
EP63 - Don't Nuke Nevada
This episode we talk about the US withdrawal from the Open Skies Treaty along with announcement that the US is considering a resumption of nuclear wea...
EP62 - The Afghan War (The Soviet One)
This episode we discuss the Soviet War in Afghanistan, from the multiple Afghan coups to the intervention/invasion to the eventual Soviet Withdrawal....
EP61 - Star Wars: A Farewell to Clones
May the 4th be with you! Join us in this episode as we discuss Season 7 of the Clone Wars where we focus on the Siege of Mandalore and Order 66. SPOIL...
EP60 - The Old Silk Road
In this episode we discuss why trade and cultural exchange have been such a pivotal part of geopolitics and also how the silk road routes have been su...
EP59 - Don't Open, COVID Inside
With social distancing in mind we use Skype to discuss COVID-19's implications on the world, looking at such topics as international cooperation, soci...
EP58 - The Expanse: Space Che Guevara
We finally talk about The Expanse's phenomenal Season 4! We discuss the the geopolitical impact and fallout caused by the ring gate being opened.
EP57 - Nomads: Steppe-ing Through History
This week we talk about the schism between settled societies and nomadic peoples. Discussing such things as the freedom of movement, nomads becoming s...
EP56 - Coronavirus: Don't Drink Bleach
This episode we talked about the global implications of the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19)in China. Bonus clip after the outro music.
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EP55 - Algeria: When Colonialism Goes Wrong
Join us this episode as we discuss the Algerian War of Independence against France while also highlighting general themes of decolonization.
EP54 - Starship Troopers: Would you Like to Know More?
This week we discuss Starship Troopers, the book and the movie (yes there is a book). We talk about tactics, propaganda and the geopolitics of that un...
EP53 - The 2010s
We decided to do a little recap of the 2010s by talking about various events and their policy implications. We decided on topics by literally drawing...