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Impacts of a Changing Climate in Sub-Saharan Africa | Sibylline Insights EP. 24

In this episode of Refined Insight, our host and Lead Americas Analyst Sydney Stewart is joined by Middle East and Africa Analyst Megan Sutcliffe to discuss the risks posed by a changing climate in Sub-Saharan Africa. Together they discuss how both drought and flooding impact infrastructure, food security, energy security and even political tensions throughout […]

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What happens if Biden steps down? Refined Insight Podcast EP. 23

Welcome back to another episode of Refined Insight! Join our Americas Intelligence Analysts Sydney Stewart and Claire Brady as they unpack Biden’s underwhelming debate performance, Biden’s potential withdrawal from the race (and what happens if he does!) and the security implications of upcoming electoral events such as the Democratic National Convention! If you enjoyed the

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2024 Russian Elections and Azerbaijan | Sibylline Insights EP. 22

Please note, after recording this episode, a prison service in Russia’s Yamalo-Nenets district announced the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Therefore, discussions of the election could be subject to change as news on the fallout from Navalny’s death emerges. In this episode of Sibylline Insights, Gareth Westwood, Head of Global Intelligence, is joined by

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Former UK Ambassador on Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Lessons in Diplomacy | Sibylline Insights EP. 21

In this very special episode of Sibylline Insights our host, Gareth Westwood, Head of Global Intelligence, sits down with former senior diplomat Sir Laurie Bristow, the UK’s former ambassador to Russia, Afghanistan and Azerbaijan. The episode covers Laurie’s experiences, from the military withdrawal from Afghanistan and collapse of Kabul to an examination of Putin’s regime

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Venezuela & Guyana, Terrorism Risk in Europe & More | Sibylline Insights EP. 20

In this episode, Head of Global Intelligence Gareth Westwood, and Lead Americas Analyst Sydney Stewart explore the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, South China Sea tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s political manoeuvres, heightened terrorism risks in Europe, and the complex dynamics surrounding Venezuela’s recent referendum and the risk of conflict with Guyana. Watch on

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Israel-Hamas War, Argentina’s Elections & A Sikh Referendum in Canada | Sibylline Insights EP. 19

In this episode of Sibylline Insights, Gareth Westwood, Head of Global Intelligence, and Sydney Stewart, Lead Americas Analyst, touch on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, an unexpected outcome in Argentina’s recent presidential elections, and Sikh activism in Canada. Stay informed and join the conversation! Watch on YouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify

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Another Coup in West Africa, North Korean Missiles, Wild Fires & More! | Sibylline Insights EP. 17

In this episode, Gareth Westwood, Head of Global Intelligence, is joined by co-host Sydney Stewart, North America Intelligence Analyst. Together, they will delve into various pressing global issues: North Korea’s recent “scorched earth” nuclear test, climate concerns in Australia, 3D printed weaponry and extremism in Finland and risks associated with the 2023 Rugby World Cup

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Trump’s Indictments and Labour Strikes in the US | Sibylline Insights EP. 16

In this episode, Intelligence Delivery Lead Leo Collins is joined by North American Intelligence Analyst Sydney Stewart to discuss Donald Trump’s ongoing legal troubles. Sydney is then joined by Sibylline’s newest Intelligence Analyst, Lily Hood, to discuss strike activity across the US and the impacts it may have on the upcoming 2024 presidential election.  

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Wagner and Prigozhin in Belarus, Niger’s coup and more! | Sibylline Insights EP. 15

In this episode, Head of Global Intelligence Gareth Westwood is joined by Intelligence Delivery Lead Leo Collins to discuss the recent coup and unrest in Niger, Israel’s controversial legislation regarding the Supreme Court, a missing Chinese minister and a rise in zero-day cyber attacks (brought to us by our Cyber Intelligence Analyst, Kailyn Johnson). Gareth

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Mali’s Constitutional Referendum, the Black Sea Grain Initiative & More! | Sibylline Insights EP. 14

In this episode, Gareth Westwood, Head of Global Intelligence, is joined by Leo Collins, Intelligence Delivery Lead, to discuss recent global events including the Black Sea Grain Initiative, recent protests at the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, and a shooting in New Zealand. Then, Gareth is joined by Megan Sutcliffe, Associate Analyst on the Middle East

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