European Glimpse Podcast

Why Your Newsfeed Makes You Feel Like the World is Ending - Ep. 24

In this insightful interview, Aidan Hoyle, assistant professor at the Univesity of Leiden in disinformation and foreign influence, discusses the mechanisms of disinformation, its subtle techniques, and its impact on European societies. We explore how narratives of decline and chaos are crafted, the role of social media, and strategies for resilience in the digital age. Find more of Aiden's work: * Do(n’t) Shoot the Messenger: Psychological Responses to Kremlin Narratives in Nordic - Baltic Audiences [https://stratcomcoe.org/publications/dont-shoot-the-messenger-psychological-responses-to-kremlin-narratives-in-nordic-baltic-audiences/315] * Portrait of liberal chaos: RT’s antagonistic strategic narration about the Netherlands [https://doi.org/10.1177/175063522110647] * ‘Keeping an Eye on the Other Side’: RT, Sputnik, and Their Peculiar Appeal in Democratic Societies [https://doi.org/10.1177/1940161222114749] * How authoritarian states sculpt a warped alternative reality in our news feeds [https://theconversation.com/how-authoritarian-states-sculpt-a-warped-alternative-reality-in-our-news-feeds-266092] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit europeanglimpse.substack.com [https://europeanglimpse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Wealthy but Hopeless? The Mental Health Crisis in Europe’s Fastest-Growing Economy - Ep. 23

In this conversation, Dominika Klimowicz, a political scientist from Poland, discusses the current political landscape in Poland, highlighting the tensions between pro-EU and anti-EU sentiments, the cultural wars affecting generational divides, and the mental health crisis among the youth. She reflects on the historical trauma that shapes the perspectives of millennials and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing society. The discussion also touches on the impact of social media, the political gridlock in Poland, and the potential for optimism in the country's future as it emerges as a significant player in Europe. You can find Dominika on Substack: Dominika | Substack [https://substack.com/profile/44027678-dominika] And on Academia.edu [http://Academia.edu]:  Dominika Wiktoria Klimowicz - University of Warsaw [https://uw.academia.edu/DominikaKlimowicz]  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit europeanglimpse.substack.com [https://europeanglimpse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

From Solidarity to Skepticism: Changing Attitudes Towards Migration - Ep. 22

This conversation explores the evolving attitudes towards refugees in Germany, particularly focusing on the pivotal year of 2015, the emergence of solidarity and skepticism, and the impact of significant events like New Year's Eve. It delves into the nuances of public sentiment, the call for order in migration policies, and the implications for political communication in addressing these complex issues. Alice speaks to Tobias Hillenbrandt. He is a PhD Fellow at the United Nations University (UNU-MERIT) and Maastricht University. His research is centered around migration attitudes with a focus on refugee migration to Germany, using experimental methods. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Public Policy from Sciences Po Paris, as well as Bachelor’s degrees in Political Science and in Management and Economics from the University of Mainz. Sources mentioned in the podcast: Reforms welcome? Evidence on the nature of asylum backlash and orderly admissions as a remedy [https://macimide.maastrichtuniversity.nl/reforms-welcome-evidence-on-the-nature-of-asylum-backlash-and-orderly-admissions-as-a-remedy/] Policy_Paper_Migration.indd [https://www.stiftung-mercator.de/content/uploads/2021/07/Medienanalyse_Flucht_Migration.pdf] https://forum-midem.de/polarisierungsbarometer-2025/ [https://forum-midem.de/polarisierungsbarometer-2025/] https://bibliothek.wzb.eu/artikel/2016/f-19800.pdf [https://bibliothek.wzb.eu/artikel/2016/f-19800.pdf] Integrationsbarometer 2024 - Sachverständigenrat für Integration und Migration gGmbH [https://www.svr-migration.de/publikationen/barometer/integrationsbarometer-2024/] https://www.bertelsmann-stiftung.de/de/publikationen/publikation/did/willkommenskultur-in-krisenzeiten [https://www.bertelsmann-stiftung.de/de/publikationen/publikation/did/willkommenskultur-in-krisenzeiten] What asylum and refugee policies do Europeans want? Evidence from a cross-national conjoint experiment - Anne-Marie Jeannet, Tobias Heidland, Martin Ruhs, 2021 [https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/14651165211006838] How economic, humanitarian, and religious concerns shape European attitudes toward asylum seekers | Science [https://www.science.org/doi/full/10.1126/science.aag2147] Popular by Design | Alexander Kustov | Substack [https://alexanderkustov.substack.com/] The Stability of Immigration Attitudes: Evidence and Implications | The Journal of Politics: Vol 83, No 4 [https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/abs/10.1086/715061] PowerPoint Presentation [https://www.ipsos.com/sites/default/files/ct/news/documents/2024-06/Ipsos-World-Refugee-Day-2024-Global-Report-PUBLIC_0.pdf] September ‹ 2024 ‹ Umfragen & Analysen ‹ Infratest dimap [https://www.infratest-dimap.de/umfragen-analysen/bundesweit/ard-deutschlandtrend/2024/september/] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit europeanglimpse.substack.com [https://europeanglimpse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Ep. 21 - Behind the Scenes: What has it been like to make a podcast about Europe?

In this reflective episode, Alice reviews her journey with the European Glimpse podcast throughout 2025. She discusses the motivations behind starting the podcast, the importance of nuanced storytelling about Europe, and the diverse perspectives she encountered through her conversations with guests from various countries. Alice emphasizes the need to challenge prevailing narratives about Europe and expresses gratitude for the support from her audience. Looking ahead, she shares her aspirations for the podcast in 2026, aiming to continue exploring the rich tapestry of European life and culture. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit europeanglimpse.substack.com [https://europeanglimpse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Ep. 20 - Does Europe Need a "European Dream"?

In this conversation, Alice and Polina explore the concept of the European Dream, contrasting it with the American Dream, and discussing the cultural, political, and economic challenges faced by different European nations. They delve into the historical context of the European Union, the ongoing protests in Bulgaria, the welfare state in Sweden, and the community-oriented values in Spain. The discussion highlights the need for a renewed European Dream that emphasizes growth, stability, and community support in the face of global challenges. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit europeanglimpse.substack.com [https://europeanglimpse.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]