SPF World Views

SPF World Views is a podcast that seeks out new perspectives on the global topics of today and insights into the conversations of tomorrow. Through our work as a Think, Do, and Innovate-Tank, we at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) have the opportunity to meet, collaborate with, and learn from people around the world. This program will feature conversations with these collaborators as well as our experts here in Japan.

SPF World Views is a news podcast hosted by Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF), with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) hosts SPF World Views, a news show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

  Women’s Leadership for Peace and Security｜Amb. Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute of Women, Peace and Security

  Jun 29, 202631 minS0

  <p>In this episode, we bring you a special dialogue recorded live at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, exploring the theme “Women’s Political Leadership in a Changing International Peace and Security Environment.”<br>  <br> Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute of Women, Peace and Security, is joined by Dr. Roya Akhavan, Research Fellow at International Christian University, for a wide‑ranging conversation highlighting the pivotal moments that reshaped global understanding of women’s rights, offering a candid assessment of why those hard‑won gains are now under renewed threat, and exploring how leadership norms are evolving to meet the chal...

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  Episode #23

  Women’s Leadership for Peace and Security｜Amb. Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute of Women, Peace and Security

  Jun 29, 202631 min

  In this episode, we bring you a special dialogue recorded live at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, exploring the theme “ Women’s Political Leadership in a Changing International Peace and Security Environment .” Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Executive Director of the Georgetown Institute of Women, Peace and Security, is joined by Dr. Roya Akhavan, Research Fellow at International Christian University, for a wide‑ranging conversation highlighting the pivotal moments that reshaped global understanding of women’s rights, offering a candid assessment of why those hard‑won gains are now under renewed threat, and exploring how leadership norms are evolving to meet the challenges of an increasingly complex world. You can read the full transcript of this episode on the SPF website . You can also watch a video of the full event on SPF's YouTube channel .

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  Episode #22

  Strategic Responses to Cyber Threats in Japan and the World｜Chris Inglis, Former U.S. National Cyber Director

  Apr 19, 202635 minS0

  <p>Today’s digital infrastructure powers almost everything we depend on, from hospitals and energy grids to supply chains, elections, and national security. But, that same infrastructure has become a strategic vulnerability.</p> <p>In this episode, we're pleased to share the keynote address given by former U.S. National Cyber Director Chris Inglis at the Sasakawa–Yomiuri Global Forum held in Tokyo. Drawing on U.S. experience and speaking directly to Japan’s future, Mr. Inglis makes the case that no nation can prevent every cyber-attack, but every nation can build systems that are resilient, defensible, and supported by collab...

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  Episode #21

  Japan and the Future of Peace Mediation Support｜Dr. Akiko Horiba, Director, Center for Mediation Support

  Apr 1, 202627 minS0

  <p>While global attention tends to focus on large-scale wars in places like Ukraine and Gaza, many other violent conflicts, often rooted in unresolved struggles over self-determination, continue largely out of sight.</p> <p>On this episode of SPF World Views, we explore what it takes to pursue peace in this global moment. Our guest, Dr. Akiko Horiba, Director of SPF's Center for Mediation Support, draws on decades of field experience to discuss the concept of peace mediation support, Japan's potential role, and why lasting peace depends on addressing the root causes of conflict.</p> <p>This conversation is especially...

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  Episode #20

  The Blue Economy in African Nations: Views from Japan (NHK World rebroadcast)｜SPF President Atsushi Sunami

  Mar 10, 202630 minS0

  <p>This is part two of our special rebroadcast of NHK World programs looking at the concept of the blue economy. In part one, we explored Japan’s perspective. For part two, we turn our attention to countries in Africa.</p> <p>TICAD9, an international conference held in August 2025, brought African nations and the Japanese government together for high‑level dialogue. One major focus was the blue economy, an approach that promotes economic growth and job creation through the sustainable use of marine resources.</p> <p>This theme is especially relevant for countries in Africa. Marine resources and fisheries could play...

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