In Relation To

About In Relation To

In Relation To is the culmination of the International Relations Review's effort to discover new ways to promote global discourse in a changing world. We hope to promote the diversity and richness of IR as a professional field, academic discipline, and arena for activism and global citizenship. Each episode will involve dynamic discussions and interviews with students, scholars, practitioners, and public figures dedicated to advancing human progress and eliminating stigmas or misconceptions about a path involving IR. Director: Lyla Olczak Sound Engineer: Kalani Wong www.irreview.org

Publisher

The International Relations Review

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Oct 2021

Latest episode

5 May 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 May 2026

   Episode 44: Citizenship, Migration, and Time in the Middle East with Professor Noora Lori

   In today’s episode, we sit down with Noora Lori, Associate Professor of International Relations at Boston University and the director of the Middle East–North Africa Initiative, and discuss her research including the idea of “permanent temporary” status of migrants in the Middle East, with the United Arab Emirates as a case study. She also explores the possibilities that the interdisciplinary study of International Relations brings for undergraduate students at BU. Listen in to learn about immigration-related initiatives on campus, like the Pardee School Initiative on Forced Migration and Human Trafficking, and how to get involved!

2. 

   1 Apr 2026

   Episode 43: Reflection and Advice on Careers in Diplomacy with Paul Hare

   In today’s episode, we sit down with Paul Hare, a Master Lecturer of International Relations at BU. Former British ambassador to Cuba and diplomat for 30 years, Hare reflects on his journey from his academic career at the University of Oxford and College of Law in London, to his diplomatic career and how the field has evolved over time. Listen in to hear about stories from his time in the field and advice for students going into foreign service!

3. 

   20 Mar 2026

   Episode 6: University Experience and Urban Refuge with Daria Kosack

   In today’s episode, we sit down with Daria Kosack, a BU Pardee and CAS ‘25 alumna and current MS Cybersecurity Align Candidate at Northeastern University. CEO of Urban Refuge (UR), a student organization dedicated to mapping resources for displaced communities in Boston, Daria reflects on her time at BU and how her involvement in UR shaped her passion for cybersecurity for refugees. Listen in to learn about how to get involved with everything from Urban Refuge to the Psychology Honor Society!

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

4.5 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 43 / 100

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Quality

63

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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