Europe, Day by Day (Europod)

Europe Day by Day dives into the trends and events of Europe's politics, societies and culture, in just 5 minutes. Join the ride by subscribing to the series now.

New episode releases at 6 PM every day, starting Wednesday - 12/06/2024.

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While 27 countries across the continent were voting in the European elections, 9 of them were also voting in local elections. Today, we’re taking a look at the Hungarian municipal elections. A concerning report from the European Network of Election Monitoring Organisations (ENEMO) has revealed that the elections did not live up to international democratic standards. Read the preliminary report here. 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Klimaseniorinnen, a climate activism movement made up of women over the age of 65, took Switzerland to court over the government’s violation of the right to climate protection. In a landmark ruling, the activists won. But now, Swiss lawmakers have voted to reject the court’s judgement. In Switzerland, and across Europe, the relationship between institutional politics and activist movements is shifting. Do the people still have the government’s ear?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher for this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2006 World Cup in Germany is fondly remembered as the “Sommermärchen,” or summer fairy-tale: marked by a growing economy in a peaceful continent, with Angela Merkel as a popular chancellor. But tonight, the 2024 Euro Cup tournament opens under notably different circumstances for the host nation: with a land war in Europe, stagnant economic growth and the political rise of the far right. 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past year, Irish libraries have been faced with far-right protests at their doorsteps. One of the reasons they are being targeted is for holding LGBTQ+ reading material, or drag readings. In Hungary, a similar wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in reading material is underway. How close are we to living out the story of Fahrenheit 451? And what does this mean for the future of free speech and representation?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new report released by the the German Reporting and Information Centre on Anti-Roma sentiment, or MIA, shows that discrimination against Roma people is on the rise in Germany. Across Europe, daily life for Roma people is challenging and precarious. On top of that, Roma people face many misconceptions about their culture and backgrounds. So what is being done to ensure equal rights for Roma people across the EU? 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Finland, a shocking number of municipal housing units are vacant — some for over a year. All the while, approximately 10’ooo applicants wait to hear back if they can move in. So, what is happening to city-owned housing in Finland? And what about the rest of Europe? 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Europe confronts war in Ukraine, its Mediterranean border is looking increasingly fragile as Lebanese militant group Hezbollah threatens Cyprus over its role in the wider Middle East conflict. We explore the geopolitical conundrum that puts Cyprus in the eye of conflicts abroad, and at home. 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Give the EU back one billion euros. That’s the demand from the European Anti-Fraud Agency. The amount is misused taxpayer money the agency, also known as OLAF, says it detected in 2023 according to its annual report released this week. From irregularities at wastewater plants, misspent Covid recovery funds and smuggled cigarettes, OLAF has a lot on its plate. But what exactly is OLAF? Is it capturing the true scale of fraud across the EU? And will this stolen money ever be returned? 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thousands of French feminists took to the streets last weekend to protest the “feminist facade” of Le Pen’s National Rally. In recent years, Le Pen and her party have attempted an image makeover to appeal to more women voters. But beneath this rebranding, has the far-right really changed its stance on women’s rights and gender equality?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Central London erupted over the weekend as tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets to call for climate and nature action to be prioritised in the upcoming general election campaign in the UK. Meanwhile, in the bloc that the UK left, conservationists are cautiously welcoming the EU’s approval of the Nature Restoration Law last week. But financing concerns and the resurgence of climate sceptic forces may set the stage for further battles to come. How significant these new laws are for Europe’s environmental future? Do they signify an end to biodiversity decline, or has the fight just begun?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Malta’s GDP is booming, surpassing the EU average, yet Maltese households find their purchasing power lower than pre-pandemic levels. Why is this happening, and what does it reveal about the economic model many EU countries follow? 

We explore the recent EU Joint Employment Report, inflation, wage stagnation, and the broader implications for economic policies across Europe. Is it time to rethink growth-driven economies?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With presidential, referendum, and European and parliamentary elections, 2024 is a busy political year for Lithuanians. Yet, the debate mainly focuses on Russia rather than domestic issues. Since the Ukraine invasion, the Baltics have faced renewed tensions with Russia. This month, newly re-elected President Gitanas Nausėda has accelerated Lithuanian militarisation. How is the war in Ukraine shaping Lithuania's political landscape? And how does it compare with the rest of Europe?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who watches the watchmen? This question about the abuse of power, dating back to Roman times, is relevant today after fresh allegations of rights violations by FRONTEX, the EU border agency. With anti-migrant sentiment rising across Europe, is the EU becoming further detached from its commitment to human rights values?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci.

The host of today's episode is Seden Anlar.

The scriptwriter is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since May, pro-independence protests have rocked France’s overseas territory of New Caledonia. With a storied history of resistance and activism, the indigenous Kanak people are fighting to have their voices heard by politicians thousands of kilometres away in mainland France.

Last weekend, in the leadup to the French snap elections, the government imposed a ban on gatherings and extended the curfew that the islands have been under since the beginning of the unrest.

But what’s been happening in New Caledonia in the past months? 

And what does this situation reveal about the French government's ability and willingness to address its colonial history?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of today’s episode is Seden Anlar. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Make Europe Great Again.

That’s the slogan of the Hungarian government for their presidency of the Council of the European Union, which they take over this week. 

As one of their first actions, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is in Kyiv today, marking his first visit since the start of Russia’s 2022 war on Ukraine.

This surprise visit comes amid concerns across the EU regarding Hungary’s six-month presidency, given Orban’s undemocratic, authoritarian, and Russia-friendly politics.

So, what can we expect of Hungary’s presidency?

And how might the tensions between Orbán and Brussels play out?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even the ruling Conservative Party have started conceding defeat a day before the UK general election in which the Labour Party are widely predicted to win. 

But whether it gains the biggest majority in British political history as one government minister claimed this morning remains to be seen. 

But after fourteen years of Conservative Party rule, what challenges would a Labour government face? And what do we know about their policies?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the King of the Netherlands Willem-Alexander swore in Dick Schoof as PM along with his newly formed cabinet while civilians protested outside the palace walls, concerned that the new government poses a threat to Dutch democracy and the rule of law.

But today, left-wing Dutch politician Timmermans is filing a motion of no confidence against two ministers of this newly formed cabinet which was sworn in only two days ago.

This is a prompt reaction to the accession of far-right politicians to ministerial roles for the first time in Dutch history.

So as the Netherlands become another case of the far-right accessing power we ask: what is on its agenda now that it is in coalition with the moderate right? And how is it going to navigate the reality and responsibility of actually governing?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Greek government has just announced that starting next week, some private sector industries will move to a 48-hour work-week, - meaning a 6-day work-week! This decision goes against the global trend. Why did the Greek government make such a decision and what does it mean for our societies and economies?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As pundits and polls predicted the far-right National Rally would become the first party in the French Assembly, the second round of the legislative elections yielded shocking results.

It was the newly-formed left alliance, the New Popular Front which, in the end, arrived ahead, securing 182 seats thanks to significant pushback votes. Macron’s Ensemble alliance gathered 168 seats and the National Rally arrived in third place with 143 seats.

How can we explain this surprising turn of events? And what does it mean for the future of French politics?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As visitors enjoyed their meals in Las Ramblas, one of the most touristy areas in Barcelona, they were sprayed with water pistols by locals who were chanting “Tourists go home”, an experience probably not listed by their guide book.

Barcelonians seem to have had enough with the way tourism is currently done, so as we near summer holidays, we ask why and what does this tell us about the reality of travelling today?

If you want to learn more about practical ways to switch to slow travelling, here are some resources you can check out: 

https://travelersanddreamers.com/slow-tourism/

https://www.painderoute.it/ 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legally speaking, Croatian women have the right to get an abortion. But why do so many cross the border to Slovenia to find the medical care they require?

Yesterday, the Association Autonomous Women’s House Zagreb called on the government to intervene to protect women’s right to abortion, which in practice is scarcely respected in the predominantly Catholic country.

Today, we ask: what are pro-choice organizations’ demands in Croatia? And as we retrace the history of abortion rights in this Balkan country, we wonder why Croatian women are now struggling to terminate their pregnancies.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci.

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte


This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Remember Srebrenica’. You can find these two words tagged on walls in different cities across Bosnia Herzegovina, accompanied by a number: 8 732 ; the number of muslim bosniak men and teenage boys killed in the infamous Srebrenica genocide of 1995, towards the end of Bosnia’s civil war which killed around 100 000 people. Today marks 29 years since what is considered to be the worst atrocity committed on European soil since the end of World War II. In this episode, Europe, Day by Day remembers Srebrenica, and asks why this year’s anniversary is particularly significant.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci.

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Eloise Hardy.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than thirty asylum seekers have been stranded in the buffer zone that divides Cyprus. They can’t go back, and the government won’t let them in. And conditions are bleak. Having fled Cameroon, Syria, Iran and Afghanistan, this small group seeking refuge in Cyprus are now stuck in no man’s land, itself ironically a relic of an unresolved war. What does this say about the EU’s increasingly hostile policy towards migrants? And how does this expose the failure to reach a solution to one of its longest running frozen conflicts?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci.

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly.

This episode was produced and edited by Eloise Hardy.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What political weeks these have been: snap general elections in France, another snap general election in the UK, the top job at the EU institutions up for grabs, Hungary taking over the presidency of the Council of the European Union for the next six months, the Dutch far-right government forming a coalition government 223 days after the elections - the list goes on and on. Here’s what happened this week and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I’m supposed to be dead”. These were the words of former US president Donald Trump after an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday evening. 

The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, fired a sniper rifle at Trump, grazing his ear and killing a civilian in the crowd, and critically injuring two others.

How might this assassination attempt impact Trump’s presidential bid?

And what repercussions might we feel in Europe?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 years after Italy shut down its last nuclear power plant, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni plans to bring back nuclear reactors to help lower the country’s carbon emissions and ensure energy security. 

But how do Italians feel about a potential nuclear comeback?

And what does this mean for the European energy transition?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Euphoria swept through Georgia last December when the country was officially recognised as an EU member candidate - something Georgians overwhelmingly longed for.

But this enthusiasm was crushed last week when the EU halted Georgia’s accession process and froze the 30 million euros in assistance to its Defence Ministry.

Why? Because of a specific law adopted by the Georgian parliament.

What’s this bill all about? And how will it affect Georgia’s path to becoming a member of the EU?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day and the scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Published yesterday, the KidsRights Foundation published its annual ranking which measures how far children’s rights are safeguarded across the world. 

Out of the ten highest-scoring countries, 8 are members of the EU - however other European countries have seen their score plummet this year, with the report revealing some worrying trends when it comes to the health and equality of children on European soil.

So today we ask: what does this report tell us about the environment European countries offer their children ?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Eloise Hardy.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the French left alliance get themselves together and finally form a government, can migrants in the EU ever catch a break, and why is the Greek government doing the absolute most to champion neoliberalism? These are some of the questions that arose in the past couple of weeks. Let’s explore the answers together. Here’s what happened this week and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the EU top jobs begin to get filled, what kind of Europe will emerge? Depending on who you ask, the re-election of Ursula von der Leyen as European Commission President was either a rejection of extremism or a dangerous compromise. With policies from massively expanded border control to a clean energy drive, von der Leyen’s speech reflected the strange mix of right-wingers and Greens who ultimately secured her re-election. But will the head of the EU executive be able to balance the needs of such opposing forces? And has the far-right really been sidelined?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sveti Stefan, a stunning islet off the western coast of Montenegro, also known as the “pearl” of Montenegro, is one of the country's most beautiful cultural sites. Yet many Montenegrins don't have access to it. Why? And how did this cultural heritage site go from being a beloved mediaeval fortress to featuring on the list of the Seven Most Endangered Heritage Sites in Europe for 2023?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Armenia made headlines this week as Brussels announced talks on visa liberalisation, marking a significant but cautious step towards EU membership. The Armenian foreign minister hailed the news as an important milestone. But for a country still grappling with economic challenges, scarred by conflict, and dependent on Russia, how clear is Armenia’s path to European integration?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raids, interrogations, arrests and record prison sentences. These are the increasingly heavy handed tactics used against environmental campaigners across Europe. 

But meanwhile, traffic disruption, border blockades and even threatening ministers by farming protesters are met with silence, or even rewarded.

When it comes to policing environmental protest in Europe, are double standards at play?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci.

The host of today’s episode is Seden Anlar.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The electric car - the expensive must-have of the new green citizen. But is it really? 

To function, an electric vehicle’s battery requires lithium a rare metal found in a quantity unprecedented in Serbia and last week, the EU approved the construction of a major lithium mine there - a slap in the face for protesters who  have fought against the project for years. 

What does the mine in Jadar Valley reveal about Europe’s lithium craze? And can the green transition rely on yet another form of extractivism?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The dehumanisation of migrants, instrumentalisation of reproductive rights and women’s rights, rising homophobia, transphobia and hate speech... 

These are some of the ramifications of the far-right’s rise in Europe, leading to increasingly harmful narratives about marginalised people and a hostile environment to live and exist for many. But amidst all of this and the shrinking civil society space, there is still hope, and it lies in resistance and activism. This is exactly what many are doing across Europe. Here’s what happened this week and what it means for Europe.

Here are some resources for uplifting news: 

Positive News

Guardian’s Upside Newsletter

Good climate news on TikTok

The Daily Climate Good News

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today marks the opening ceremony of the long-awaited Olympic games in Paris. But yesterday evening the official celebration was preceded by a contre-soirée event in the Place de la République organised by social action collectives and organisations to denounce the shortcomings and the social costs of hosting the games. So as the world’s most prestigious sports tournament is about to begin, is Paris ready? What were the costs of the preparations? And who paid its price?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brussels to Vienna, Paris to Barcelona, Berlin to Warsaw - whatever the journey, flying is often the simpler option - especially compared to taking the train. 

Travelling by train can be slow, involve complicated intercity changes, and often costs a lot more.

So even for the more environmentally-minded traveller, taking the train can be a hard sell.

But does it need to be? A new report by Greenpeace says no. 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Eloise Hardy.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is a busy day for Spain’s judicial system.

Whilst the 20 members of the General Council of the Judiciary in charge of appointing Spain’s judges are busy choosing their new president, ending a 5 year long deadlock - Spanish Prime minister Pedro Sanchez is being interrogated by a judge as a witness in a corruption investigation targeting his wife.

And this is just the tip of the iceberg of the complicated entanglement between Spain’s political forces and its judicial system.

How did this happen and is Spain’s rule of law in danger? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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The European Green Deal was adopted back in 2020 by the European Parliament. But this year, this milestone piece of European legislation went through quite a bit of a roller coaster. What were the main setbacks? And what can we expect for the future of the Green Deal?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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We look back at this Summer’s European football championship which took place in Germany. While the whole of Europe was watching the ball rolling, politics sometimes invited itself onto the pitch. So, how political were this year’s Euros?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Olive oil fraud cases in the EU have hit an official record high this year. 

So, what’s happening to our beloved kitchen staple?

And why is a parallel market developing for it across Europe? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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This year marked the 100th anniversary of the death of Franz Kafka. Events across Europe celebrated the writer of The Metamorphosis, The Trial, and The Castle as one of the most important authors of the 20th century. Today, we take a look at Kafak’s legacy.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Alarm bells are ringing across Europe - with concerns running high regarding the status of the rule of law in several member states.

Governments gaining uncontrollable powers, civil society space shrinking, the media under pressure, the separation of powers getting less and less separated and checks and balances aren’t really checking or balancing.

Is the rule of law in Europe in danger? 

Here’s what happened this week and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Often overlooked by mainstream media elsewhere in Europe, Scandinavian countries have undergone significant change over the past months. So, what happened in Scandinavia this year?  

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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In the Spring of this year, Chinese President Xi Jinping made a visit to three European countries: France, Serbia, and Hungary. The itinerary was largely qualified by the media as an attempt to play on European division. But what has happened since these visits?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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Often overlooked by mainstream media elsewhere in Europe, Baltic countries have undergone significant change over the past months. So, what happened in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia this year? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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Back in May, the EU Council finally approved the EU AI act. So, what is this pioneering act all about? And what does the European Digital Right Network EDRI say about it?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Favouring trade with the rest of the world has ever since been a priority for the EU. But which free trade agreements have been on the EU’s agenda this year? And what’s the state of the art?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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In May, Tbilisi was shaken by protests against the adoption of a contested ‘Foreign influence bill’. Today, we share insights from whom took part in those actions. And look ahead at the upcoming Georgian political elections in October 2024.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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On the 18th of July, newly elected Labour Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, had to play host at the European Political Community summit in Blenheim Palace- where he marked a rupture with the Conservative era by asserting that Britain was a friend, a partner and “very much part of Europe”.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Last week marked the end of the Olympics in Paris, but what do we know about the organisation of the games by the French capital? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Fifty years ago, the Carnation Revolution ended the Salazar dictatorship in Portugal. Until recently, the country seemed immune to the return of right wing extremism unlike its fellow European countries. But this year proved it wasn’t, bearing the question: has Portugal’s revolutionary memory started to fade?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the 24th of February 2022, many Europeans took the streets of their cities in support of Kiev. Two years and a half later, what actions has the EU been taking this year to assist Ukraine in the war?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May, Tbilisi was shaken by protests against the adoption of a contested ‘Foreign influence bill’. Today, we share insights from whom took part in those actions. And look ahead at the upcoming Georgian political elections in October 2024.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back in January of this year, the European Parliament expressed concerns about the rule of law in Slovakia. But why was that?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Eversince the 2015 so-called “refugee crisis”, asylum and migration have become existential questions for the EU. On the 10th of April of this year, the Parliament adopted the new Asylum and migration pact. In this episode we look back at the content of this new piece of European legislation.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the 24th of February 2022, many Europeans took the streets of their cities in support of Kiev. Two years and a half later, what actions has the EU been taking this year to assist Ukraine in the war?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the 1st of April of this year, Romania and Bulgaria partially joined the free travel zone of Schengen. But why “partially”? And what will be the next steps? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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With war raging in Gaza, in November 2023, the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Joseph Borrell called for a greater involvement of the European Union in the Middle East. The announcement followed criticism accusing the EU of inaction in front of the conflict. But what has happened since then?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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In May this year, Chinese President Xi Jin Ping’s visited Belgrade. Xi Jin Ping was warmly welcomed by the Serbian president Aleksander Vucic. The latter illustrated what the heads of states called the ironclad friendship uniting their two countries. But things seem quite different on the ground. So, is the China-Serbia “love affair” only restricted to the high spheres ?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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He had big shoes to fill - that’s what everyone thought and said when German chancellor Olaf Scholtz succeeded Angela Merkel back in December 2021. But if Merkel was unanimously considered the leader of Europe, what can be said about Sholtz today?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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A recent study revealed that only 29% of Italians drink tap water every day - and that nearly half drink exclusively bottled water. In fact, Italy is the biggest consumer of bottled water in Europe. Yet bottled water are a plague for the environment and in the end are they really safer to drink? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte.

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yesterday, citizens of the German state of Thuringia took to the polls for their state elections. The far-right AfD party came out on top with 32% of the vote. Over the years, the party has been mired in controversy and has even been determined to have “anti-constitutional goals”. With the upcoming Bundestag elections next year, what’s on the cards for Germany’s political future?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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As students re-enter their classrooms after the summer break, many will be doing so without their mobile phones in hand. Across Europe, an increasing number of countries are proposing bans on mobile phones, as well as individual learning institutions taking charge of this matter. Why is this the new hot topic in education? And what impact could this have on children's schooling?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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The sky over Athens turned orange last month, an apocalyptic sight for the residents of the Greek capital who saw wildfire flames at the city’s doorstep - with ash-filled smoke looming over the 2 thousand years old Acropolis. Looking back at this summer, Greece was not alone. Much of Southern Europe faced the same nightmare of devastating wildfires. Although climate change and rising temperatures are obvious culprits behind wildfires, are they the only ones? 

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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After a rapid push through the EU accession process over the last two years, Moldova is now facing quite a conundrum. According to Balkan Insight, the country’s civil service is struggling to find highly educated workers to help implement essential reforms. Why? Many of them have simply left Moldova- seeking better job opportunities and salaries in EU countries. What dynamics are shaping this brain drain in Europe? What are its effects, and what is being done about it?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Another summer is over—another season marked by extreme weather events that remind us of the harsh reality of climate change. However, there were also signs of progress towards tackling the climate crisis. So, here are some of the positive developments that happened this summer and what they mean for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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With mass arrests of dissenting voices. An army accused of ethnic cleansing. And a President who calls his country’s gas reserves a ‘gift from God’, what on earth is happening in Azerbaijan, the country that will host the UN Climate Summit this year and how the EU is engaging with it?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

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On Saturday, Belgrade witnessed its largest-ever pride march as thousands filled the streets waving rainbow flags, asking for change.

A pride flag was even hung from a window of parliament, drawing cheers from the crowd, adding to this moment of hope.

But beneath the surface, are LGBTQ+ rights truly improving in Serbia?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Taxes on everyday Europeans bring in 13 times more revenue than taxes on wealth. That's according to a new Oxfam analysis published this week, which reveals that rates on Europe's richest individuals and corporations have plummeted over the last few decades, while taxes on ordinary citizens, like labour taxes, have all increased. What does this mean for Europeans, and is a fairer tax system possible for Europe’s future?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

September marks the return to school for most kids, but not for 126 children with special needs in Ireland who remain without a school place this month.

And the reason for that? As reported by The Irish Times, schools are prioritising teachers for mainstream classes, sidelining those who need the most support.

However, this issue is part of a broader crisis in public education funding affecting countries across Europe.

Why is this happening ,and why is the inspiring profession of teaching losing its appeal and respect? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The newly elected Labour government is facing a crisis in the prisons system, and forced to release thousands of prisoners early from rapidly overflowing jails. Could a deal to rent out Estonia’s empty prison spaces be a solution?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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The Swedish appeal court made the news this week by sentencing a Former Swedbank chief executive to 15 months in prison on charges of fraud and market manipulation. She is the highest-ranking Swedish banker to be condemned as part of one of Europe’s largest money laundering scandals. What does this say about white collar criminality in Europe?  And what is the EU doing about it?

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was edited and produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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The European Court of Justice recently delivered two major rulings against Apple and Google. Apple was fined for corporate tax avoidance, while Google faced penalties for abusing market dominance. Together, the fines amount to more than €15 billion. Will the EU be holding big tech accountable for their shady practices? So, here’s what happened this week and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A stark warning came this weekend from a leading economics think tank at the informal meeting of EU economic and financial affairs ministers in Budapest.

The EU will face severe economic challenges in the coming decades if it fails to balance its ageing society with its working age population. 

Can Europe avoid this looming demographic time bomb?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 New leaks reveal that the European Commission is preparing a ban on smoking in some outdoor public spaces, including cafe terraces and bus stops.

A ban that would not only cover traditional cigarettes but also extend to vapes and e-cigarettes. 

So today, we dig into the details: 

How would this regulation be implemented and could it be a significant step towards a smoke-free Europe?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid campaigning for the upcoming regional elections in the Czech Republic, a billboard in Prague sparked outrage and triggered lawsuits.

The poster and its anti-immigration slogan, got widely criticised as blatantly racist - leaving many wondering who could have created such a bluntly-racist visual?  

Three words: far-right and artificial intelligence.

So, how has AI made its way into European political campaigns? and what does this mean for the future of European democratic elections? 

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte
This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A vote of the EU’s Trade Defense Instruments Committee scheduled next week was expected to once and for all impose significant tariffs on Chinese imports of Electric vehicles into European markets.

But yesterday, Politico reported that the vote had vanished from the official schedules, without any given explanations.

One thing is clear, this delay comes amid a brain-wracking debate in Europe between those supporting the tariffs and those fearing they would sign off on a trade war.

So today we explain why Europe has a problem with Chinese EVs, and what it reveals about Europe’s current relations with China.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod's first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte


This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Burned vehicles, gutted buildings including a destroyed McDonalds... This is what the streets looked like this week in Martinique, a French overseas department of the Caribbean, as locals protested the rising cost of living. In response, the French government has imposed a night-time curfew from 9 pm to 5 am. So today we look into: what exactly  has been happening in Martinique over the past month? And what does this unrest reveal about the French government's willingness - or lack thereof - to address its colonial history?

You can listen to our 1st of July episode on the protests in New Caledonia here.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I wish you were here” — a sentiment that didn’t ring true for many locals in Europe this summer. Instead, what echoed through the streets, in chants and graffiti, was a clear message: “Tourists, go home.” Here’s how tourism hit a breaking point this summer and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland’s air quality might be in serious trouble, falling short of the World Health Organisations’ strict pollution targets set for 2026.

That’s according to a recent air quality report by the Irish Environmental Protection Agency, which identifies two main culprits: the burning of solid fossil fuels and traffic pollution.

So, today we ask: How serious is Ireland’s air quality issue?

And what measures are being taken both in the country and across Europe to tackle this growing health concern?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally! Montenegro’s government can once again communicate with its citizens online.

Back in August 2022, the country’s open data portal had suffered a major cyberattack that crippled much of its public administration’s digital infrastructure.

But now that it's back, what challenges await Montenegro's open data portal? 

And how prepared is Europe against the growing threat of cyberattacks?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The researcher of this episode is Juli Simond.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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Italians have been rallying behind a petition to push for a referendum that would cut in half the time foreign nationals need to live in Italy before applying for citizenship.

Just last week, many media outlets were still doubting that they’d reach the required 500,000 signatures in time.

But yesterday, it did - meaning the proposal will now move forward in the referendum process.

Today we explore what this reform is really about and how a country governed by an anti-immigration, far-right party saw such a surge of support for naturalisation reform.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte.

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

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This week, the Estonian Trade Union Confederation and the Estonian Employers' Confederation sat down  for the first time to discuss next year’s minimum wage. 

Meanwhile, starting on October 1st, Romania’s minimum wage will rise by 10%.

So, as the increase of minimum wage becomes a hot topic across Europe, we take a closer look at the current reality of minimum wages and explore whether increasing the minimum wage  could truly   help low-income workers make ends meet?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Emma Belmonte

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this first part of a special two episode closure to the first season of Europe, Day by Day, executive producer Alexander Damiano Ricci hosts Emma Belmonte and Seden Anlar, respectively producer and host of the podcast. The team behind Europe, Day by Day discusses the trends that have been shaping European politics and what is likely to come up in the next months, in 2024 and 2025.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Sound editing of this episode is by Jeremy Bocquet.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this second part of a special two episode closure to the first season of Europe, Day by Day, executive producer Alexander Damiano Ricci hosts Emma Belmonte and Seden Anlar, respectively producer and host of the podcast. The team behind Europe, Day by Day discusses the trends that have been shaping EU-bubble politics and what is likely to come up in the next months, in 2024 and 2025.

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

This episode was produced and edited by Alexander Damiano Ricci.

Sound editing of this episode is by Jeremy Bocquet.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Centuries of European slavery and colonialism are still fueling  poverty, wage disparities, and unequal access to public services for racialised communities across the continent. These are the findings of an alarming new report by the European Network Against Racism which delves into the economic legacy of Europe’s colonial history. So how can Europe face up to its shameful past and end the cycle of discrimination?

Europe, Day by Day is a Europod production in partnership with Sphera Network. 

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host of Europe, Day by Day is Emma Belmonte. 

The scriptwriter of this episode is Andrew Connelly

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

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Italy saw some major mobilisations this week, all pushing back against government policies. One was a campaign to collect signatures calling for a referendum to cut in half the residency period required for foreign nationals to apply for citizenship in Italy. The other one came in the form of demonstrations across the country against a new bill that threatens to criminalise activism and penalise acts of solidarity. But this isn’t just happening in Italy—it’s part of a growing wave of government crackdowns on protesters, especially climate activists, across Europe.So, here’s what’s happening to our right to protest and what it means for Europe.

Europe, Day by Day is Europod’s first daily podcast, in co-production with Sphera Network.

The executive producer of Europe, Day by Day is Alexander Damiano Ricci. 

The host and scriptwriter of this episode is Seden Anlar

This episode was produced and edited by Seden Anlar.

Original soundtrack by Thomas Kusberg.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.