Talk Eastern Europe is your weekly deep dive into the heart of Central and Eastern Europe. Hosted by Adam Reichardt, Alexandra Karppi, and Nina Panikova, this podcast brings you expert analysis, thought-provoking commentary, and engaging interviews on the region's most pressing issues. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to the rise of populism and the challenges of European integration, we explore the complexities of the region and the forces shaping its future. Join us as we delve into the latest news and trends, uncovering the stories that matter most to Central and Eastern Europe. Support the podcast . Join our patreon page: https://bit.ly/3nMGeYj
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Signup to Generate a PitchTalk Eastern Europe is your weekly deep dive into the heart of Central and Eastern Europe. Hosted by Adam Reichardt, Alexandra Karppi, and Nina Panikova, this podcast brings you expert analysis, thought-provoking commentary, and engaging interviews on the region's most pressing issues.
Recent episodes include "Moldova is Resisting Russia. But is Europe Ready? | Anastasia Pociumban" (28 October 2026, 30 minutes), "Serbia’s Political Earthquake: Students End Vučić’s Rule | Quick Take" (27 October 2026, 25 minutes), and "Serbia’s Election Shadowed by Spyware as Albania Erupts | Weekly News Roundup" (23 October 2026, 19 minutes).
Talk Eastern Europe publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 332 episodes.
Booking probability for Talk Eastern Europe is 52%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talk Eastern Europe requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talk Eastern Europe's contact route on record: verified email.
Talk Eastern Europe is a news podcast with 332 episodes published.
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Moldova has resisted Russian interference and maintained itsEuropean course. But can it secure its future in the EU before geopolitical pressures and domestic challenges threaten its progress? In this episode second...
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Serbia has entered a new political era. In a stunning electoral upset, the student-led movement has defeated Aleksandar Vučić’s ruling party, bringing an end to 14 years of political dominance. Support this podcast...
Just days before a crucial election in Serbia, reports emerge of spyware targeting activists and prominent public figures. Meanwhile, Albania's anti-government protests are turning increasingly violent, putting Prime...
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The Trump administration's decision to ease restrictions onRussian diesel has raised serious questions about US sanctions policy and its consequences for Ukraine. While Washington argues that importing Russian fuel...
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Support independent analysis of Central and Eastern Europe by joining our Patreon community. Help us reach our goal of 85 patrons! Join us: https://www.patreon.com/talkeasterneurope Washington is changing course on...
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In this episode of Talk Eastern Europe, Alexandra Karppi speaks with Kurt Bassuener, co-founder of the Democratization Policy Council (DPC), about the changing geopolitical landscape in the Western Balkans and the...
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Support Talk Eastern Europe and join our Patreon community: https://patreon.com/talkeasterneurope Election season is reshaping the political landscape across Central and Eastern Europe — while signs of political...
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Moldova is racing towards European Union membership, but can it meet its ambitious 2030 goal, and will the EU be ready to welcome it? In this episode of the Talk Eastern Europe Deep Dive, Adam Reichardt speaks with...
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Russia’s war against Ukraine is increasingly being felt beyond Ukraine’s borders. In this week’s Talk Eastern Europe News Roundup, Adam Reichardt and Alexandra Karppi discuss the intensifying Russian drone and missile...
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Russia’s provocations against NATO countries are becomingincreasingly difficult to dismiss as isolated incidents. How far is Moscow prepared to go — and how should Poland and its allies respond? In this Deep Dive, Adam...
What comes next after Russia's parliamentary “election”? And how is NATO's eastern flank preparing for the possibility of a wider security crisis? In this week's Talk Eastern Europe news roundup, Adam Reichardt and...
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China’s role in the Western Balkans is changing. Once associated primarily with infrastructure projects, loans and the Belt and Road Initiative, Beijing is increasingly turning towards AI, digital technologies...
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A major verdict has been handed down in The Hague: formerKosovo president Hashim Thaçi has been found guilty of war crimes and sentenced to 25 years in prison. Adam and Alexandra discuss what the ruling could mean for...
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Kosovo is facing a critical moment. As the verdict approaches in the war crimes trial of former president Hashim Thaçi and other senior Kosovo Liberation Army figures, questions over justice, accountability and the...
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Donald Trump’s latest attempt to revive negotiations over Russia’s war against Ukraine has produced plenty of meetings but little sign of a breakthrough. Adam and Alexandra discuss Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s...
Award-winning journalist and author Luke Harding joins Talk Eastern Europe to discuss his new book, Betrayal: Trump, Putin, and the New Age of Conquest and what it tells us about Russia’s war against Ukraine, Donald...
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Russia’s war against Ukraine intensified over the summer, with increasingly sustained drone and missile attacks raising new questions about what comes next and whether Moscow’s confrontation with the West could extend...
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We are back after our August break! In this episode of the Talk Eastern Europe Deep Dive, Alexandra Karppi speaks with James Ker-Lindsay, professor and specialist on conflict, security and diplomacy, with particular...
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Russia’s war against Ukraine is being fought not only on thebattlefield, but also in the information space. In this Talk Eastern Europe deep dive, Adam Reichardt speaks with Ukrainian media professional, researcher and...
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In this week’s news roundup, Talk Eastern Europe co-hosts Adam Reichardt and Aleksandra Karppi provide the latest developments in the region. Firstly, Ukraine has replaced its commander-in-chief in oneof the biggest...
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author of ‘Putin Takes Crimea 2014: Grey-zone Warfare Opens the Russia-Ukraine Conflict', Mayak Intelligence
Tribune Magazine
Senior Director for Analytical Development and Training, New Lines Institute
senior reporter, The Kyiv Independent
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