How did Estonia succeed in building a lasting democracy, while Belarus still fights for one? Our guests Dr. Leif Kalev (Professor of State and Citizenship Theory - TLU) and Belarusian Activist Irina Suursild discuss the divergent paths of their two nations since 1991.  For those who want to help build democracy in Belarus - here are some links: https://bysol.org valgevenemaja.ee https://politzek.me https://dissidentby.com

A conversation with former US Ambassador to Russia Prof. Michael McFaul. We discuss changes in US foreign policy in the region from Prof. McFaul's time in the Obama administration, through the Trump era, and what a Biden Presidency will mean for Estonia and the region as a whole. Plus, we reflect on Prof. McFaul's personal experiences in Estonia, Russia, and the USSR, and muse on the future of International Relations. Recorded at the Tallinn University Winter School of International Relations...

In our inaugural episode, we meet with the former President of Estonia, Toomas Hendrik Ilves, and discuss the role of Estonia in the wider world, along with some of his personal history and unique insights into Estonian politics - near and abroad. Hosted by Terry McDonald Facebook: @TLUPODCAST Instagram: @tlupodcast Twitter: PodcastTallinn