The Maastricht Diplomat Podcast a student-led podcast that leverages the strength of the Maastricht Diplomat’s diverse body of journalists. This allows the podcast to create many interesting and eclectic episodes. In its second year of life the podcast team is learning the trade of creating content and building conversations, allowing us to expand our presence in the city of Maastricht. Our motley crew will do its best to bring you new stories, both local and international in scope. We hope that you’re as keen on joining us on our journey as we are to share it with you. Hoi hoi!
Transition to the Euro: Economic necessity or Political signaling?
On 1st of February, the euro became the sole legal tender in Bulgaria. However, there have been many speculations as to what pushed this change, what does this entail for the Bulgarian people and who is benefiting the most. Join us as we delve into these topics with 6 experts in their respective fields.
🎧Find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Throughout the episode you will hear:
👤Svetoslav Malinov, Analyst at the Center for the Study of Democracy
👤 Denitza Vidolova, Project Coordinator at Sofia Platform
👤 Sophia Kleinsasser, Fundraising Officer at the Bulgarian Helsinki Committee
👤 Kremena Chobanova, Deputy Executive Director at Transparency International Bulgaria
👤 Ivan Vailev, Founder of The Balkan Heritage Foundation
👤 Maria Pavliva, Communications Director at Transparency International Bulgaria
Interviewer: Clémence MEALLONNIER
Podcast producer: Raquel UREÑA
We would like to thank the UNSA External Relations team for making this study trip possible and connecting us with our interviewees. It truly was a wonderful experience to be part of this trip.
#bulgaria #eurozone #europeaneconomic #maastrichtdiplomat #interviews
27 May 2025
Portrait Series 03: Leading with Purpose - Rebeca Arguedas
Clara Ledoux interviews Rebeca Arguedas, President of UFS, about her experiences as a Latin-American woman in facility management and how intersectionality influences opportunities.
6 Apr 2025
Portrait Series 02: Meet Journalist in Training - Jonathan Wijayaratne
As a Maastricht Diplomat alumni and journalism student, French-Lankan Jonathan Wijayaratne has a unique view on the world. In this episode they talk with Fin Gerke about their journey from European Studies to journalism, the state of journalism and media in Europe, and their roots living in many cultures and countries.
Recorded on the 20.02.2025
Credits
Producer and interviewer: Fin Gerke (@finenomenon)
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
1,698
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
24 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 39 / 100
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Social presence
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YouTube
68
Engagement
77
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