Global Takes on Trump
Claim This Podcastby Dr. Synne Dyvik
Podcast Overview
<p>The advent of the second Trump presidency has already had seminal effects on global politics.</p><p></p><p>In each episode, host Dr. Synne Dyvik will be joined by academics from across the University of Sussex Faculty of Social Science, in conversation about a particular aspect of the second Trump presidency’s global repercussions.</p><p></p><p>--</p><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.sussex.ac.uk/ir/">Department of International Relations</a> is based in the <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.sussex.ac.uk/global/">School of Global Studies</a>, a global hub at the heart of the University of Sussex. Our engaged research and critical pedagogy addresses the most pressing global issues of our times – global inequalities and global justice, climate and environmental change, war and peace, global health and finance crises, intolerance and discrimination. Our mission is to generate knowledge and understanding that can make a difference, for a fairer, safer, more sustainable and more inclusive world.</p>
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February 4, 2026
Drain the Swamp
<p>Episode 7 – Corruption</p><p>In this episode of Global Takes on Trump, Synne is joined by Matthew Price and Prof. Dan Hough to discuss corruption and the second Trump presidency.</p><p>Matthew Price is a PhD researcher at Sussex, in the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, and has previously worked for international organisations like the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative, which focus on accountability and oversight.</p><p>Dan Hough is a Professor of Politics, and the former director of Sussex’s <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sussex.ac.uk/research/centres/centre-for-study-of-corruption/"> Centre for the Study of Corruption.</a></p><p>Synne, Matthew and Dan examine the different types of corruption, how they play out locally, nationally and internationally, and take a look at Trump’s place in the long history of scandal and intrigue.</p><p>To stay immersed in the murky waters of corruption, check out these additional resources:</p>
February 4, 2026
USAID through the woodchipper - part 2
<p>Welcome back to Part 2 of our doubleheader on Trump and his sweeping cuts to USAID.</p><p>Last time round, Synne and Paul spoke to Suda Perera about the interest groups underpinning the international aid sector.</p><p>This time, they’re joined by Cathy Schutt, a development practitioner with over 30 years’ experience delivering aid.</p><p>Join our experts for a zoomed in look at the real-life impact that Trump’s cuts have had on both the people in the aid sector, and those they’re working to help.</p><p>Sussex is the best place in the world study in International Development, and if you’re interested in learning to blend cutting-edge research with real-life practice, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sussex.ac.uk/schools/global-studies/about/international-development">click here</a>.</p><p><strong>Further Reading</strong></p><p>Cavalcanti, C. et al. (2025) in <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)01186-9/fulltext">The Lancet</a> on USAID Cuts</p><p>Torres-Raposo, F. et al. (2025) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41597-025-05135-0">Survey Data on Attitudes Towards Foreign Aid & Development in France, Germany, Great Britain, and the U.S.,</a> in Nature</p>
February 4, 2026
USAID through the woodchipper - part 1
<p>Welcome to part 1 of a special double episode of Global Takes on Trump, where we’ll be tackling Trump’s huge impact on the world of development.</p><p>This episode sees Synne joined by Paul Gilbert and Suda Perera to discuss the international aid, whose interests aid serves, who it benefits, and how we might build a fairer system.</p><p>Paul Gilbert is a Reader in Development, Justice and Inequality. His research looks at the production of inequality and how marginalised knowledge can help us achieve justice.</p><p>Dr Suda Perera is a Lecturer in International Development, focusing on conflict and armed groups, especially in the African Great Lakes.</p><p>Both Paul and Suda’s amazing research helps make Sussex the top-ranked International Development department in the world. To find out more about what makes ID at Sussex special, click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.sussex.ac.uk/schools/global-studies/about/international-development">here</a>.</p><p>Stay Tuned for Part 2...</p><p> </p>
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<p>The advent of the second Trump presidency has already had seminal effects on global politics.</p><p></p><p>In each episode, host Dr. Synne Dyvik will be joined by academics from across the University of Sussex Faculty of Social Science, in conversation about a particular aspect of the second Trump presidency’s global repercussions.</p><p></p><p>--</p><p>The <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.sussex.ac.uk/ir/">Department of International Relations</a> is based in the <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="http://www.sussex.ac.uk/global/">School of Global Studies</a>, a global hub at the heart of the University of Sussex. Our engaged research and critical pedagogy addresses the most pressing global issues of our times – global inequalities and global justice, climate and environmental change, war and peace, global health and finance crises, intolerance and discrimination. Our mission is to generate knowledge and understanding that can make a difference, for a fairer, safer, more sustainable and more inclusive world.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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