Development Perspectives
Development Perspectives
Podcast Description
Development Perspectives is a student-led podcast exploring global development through personal stories, expert insights, and critical conversations. Hosted by Zenan Li, each episode dives into the complex realities of international relations, public policy, and social change—ranging from healthcare systems in Zimbabwe to academic discussions with leading scholars. Whether you're curious about how global institutions shape everyday lives or looking for fresh perspectives from emerging voices, this show offers thoughtful analysis and engaging dialogue on the world’s most pressing challenges.
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The podcast explores critical topics in global development, including international relations, public policy, and social change, with episodes highlighting issues such as healthcare disparities in Zimbabwe and foundational theories in international relations. Specific focus areas include the impact of international partnerships and technology on underserved communities, as well as theoretical frameworks that shape understanding of global dynamics.
Development Perspectives is a student-led podcast exploring global development through personal stories, expert insights, and critical conversations. Hosted by Zenan Li, each episode dives into the complex realities of international relations, public policy, and social change—ranging from healthcare systems in Zimbabwe to academic discussions with leading scholars. Whether you’re curious about how global institutions shape everyday lives or looking for fresh perspectives from emerging voices, this show offers thoughtful analysis and engaging dialogue on the world’s most pressing challenges.
Zenan Li welcomes Sully Sullivan, Teaching Fellow at Harvard University, for an engaging discussion on the foundations and future of international relations. Sully shares his journey into the field, his teaching philosophy, and the theoretical lenses—realism, liberalism, constructivism—that he finds most illuminating. They unpack evolving global power dynamics, the role of alliances and institutions, and the impact of digital technologies and AI on diplomacy. Sully closes with practical advice for aspiring IR students and scholars looking to make a meaningful impact.
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