Best Labour Migration Podcasts (2025)

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India’s Science & Tech Journey: Past Lessons, Future Directions 47:16

2h ago47:16

47:16

In this episode of All Things Policy, Avinash Shet is joined by Aakash Kumar to trace the evolution of India’s science and technology ecosystem. The episode explores how India’s scientific foundations were laid post-independence under Nehru’s vision of state-led development, discusses the enduring legacy of colonialism, and assesses today’s challen…

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Trump talks Canada and tariffs, Dutch Remembrance Day, Women in the Catholic church, and more 24:27

3h ago24:27

24:27

In a wide ranging interview with NBC's Meet the Press, U.S. President Donald Trump once again repeated his threat of making Canada the 51st state - but ruled out using the military to do so. He also addressed his tariffs, and their blows to his country's economy - and whether he is serious about wanted a third term in the White House. Also: For peo…

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U.S. auto parts tariffs take effect, Labour Party wins Australian election, profitability in women's sports, and more 27:00

4h ago27:00

27:00

U.S. President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariff on auto parts is now in effect - covering everything from engines to door hinges. Canadian auto part imports are exempt for now under the Canada U.S. Mexico free trade agreement. But auto workers in this country are still feeling the sting of the trade war. Also: Voters in Australia have given the Lab…

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The Prime Minister’s priorities, G.M. cuts jobs over Trump’s trade war, CBC News inside Iran, and more 26:39

9h ago26:39

26:39

Prime Minister Mark Carney holds his first news conference since Monday's election win, dropping details of his upcoming meeting in Washington with the U.S. President, a visit from the King, and his priorities for a minority Liberal government. Plus: Trump tariff fallout. General Motors slashes shifts, and hundreds of jobs at its Oshawa, Ontario as…

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Intelligence for good: Jelle Postma on unveiling anti-rights actors 43:26

3d ago43:26

43:26

The interview opens with Postma reflecting on his career trajectory, from senior roles at the United Nations and the Dutch Ministry of Justice and Security to founding Justice for Prosperity. He explains how the organisation operates at the intersection of intelligence and advocacy, using advanced technologies — including AI-driven tools — to map a…

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Maritime Power in China's Grand Strategy 46:30

1d ago46:30

46:30

In this episode, Dr Y. Nithiyanandam, Professor at the Takshashila Institution, engages in an insightful discussion with Vice Admiral Anil Kumar Chawla (Retd) on the themes explored in his recent book, "Maritime Power and China’s Grand Strategy". Together, they examine China’s growing maritime ambitions—from its naval expansion and the “String of P…

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Indigenous leaders call for an end to Alberta premier's separatism talk, measles on the rise, Signalgate casualty, and more 26:25

1d ago26:25

26:25

Indigenous leaders speak out against Alberta's premier, and accuse Danielle Smith of trying to create a national unity crisis. The comments come as Alberta proposes a bill to make it easier for voters to trigger referendums — including on seceding from Canada. Also: Measles cases continue to rise across Canada. We look at where this highly contagio…

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Trump talks deals, Carney to do list, students learn WWII history by travelling, and more 26:27

3d ago26:27

26:27

Let’s make a deal. The U.S. President says he congratulated Mark Carney on his election win Monday. Trump says the Prime Minister will be in Washington within the next week to talk trade… and potentially reach an agreement on tariffs. And: Prime Minister Carney may be travelling to Washington but he already faces a long to-do list that includes pic…

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Trump's Tariff Pause and Implications for India 31:49

3d ago31:49

31:49

Trump's tariffs have been the talk of the geoeconomics town for the past few weeks. Most recently, he announced a 90 day pause on his own tariffs. What does this pause mean for the world and India? Are there any opportunities that India can catch onto amidst all the confusion that surrounds this tariff regime? Tannmay Kumarr Baid sits down with Anu…

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Authoritarians Against Lawyers: Political Attacks on the Rule of Law 37:18

5d ago37:18

37:18

As support for populist movements grows, judicial independence and the rule of law are increasingly under attack. Lawyers around the world are becoming front-line defenders of democracy - and paying the price. Double Jeopardy hosts Ken Macdonald KC and Tim Owen KC explain the situation with expert legal commentary and legal system insights. Renowne…

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Liberals win a minority, Poilievre loses his seat, Singh resigns, and more 25:32

3d ago25:32

25:32

The Liberals under Mark Carney have won a fourth consecutive term. With another minority government the Liberals will need to find allies to pass their legislative agenda. For the Conservatives... the dust is still settling. They had some big breakthroughs where they needed them, and they got the largest share of the popular vote in the party's his…

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Who is choosing to study and work in Nepal? 24:58

6d ago24:58

24:58

I’ve said it to you listeners more than once: it seems that almost every young person I've met in Nepal in the last couple years was planning to go overseas, or knows someone who's doing so. Now I have proof, kind of. Yesterday I spoke to a researcher whose team surveyed a high school graduating class. 40% of the students said they want to go study…

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Aryabhata at 50: The Satellite That Launched a Space Nation 30:39

6d ago30:39

30:39

Fifty years ago, a modest satellite named Aryabhata marked India's bold entry into space. In this episode of All Things Policy, ShreeKeerthi, Research Analyst and Prof. Dr. Y Nithiyanadam of the Geospatial Programme at Takshashila Institution, trace Aryabhata's journey from its creation in Bangalore to its launch from the Soviet Union during the ge…

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Election Day, tragedy in Vancouver, and more. 26:18

5d ago26:18

26:18

Canadians go to the polls to decide which party and leader will guide the country through economic turmoil, and threats from the U.S. president. And: More details about the victims in the ramming attack Saturday in Vancouver. Eleven people were killed, and more than a dozen are still in hospital. A 30-year-old man is charged with multiple counts of…

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Internet in the Space Age 37:07

7d ago37:07

37:07

In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Aishwaria Sonavane discuss satellite internet. We live in a hyper-connected world, and satellite internet mega constellations are the next leap. Thousands of Low-Earth Orbit satellites are working together to beam internet globally, representing a massive infrastructure and space tech innovati…

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Vancouver car ramming, Final day of election campaign, and more 29:30

5d ago29:30

29:30

At least 11 people are dead and dozens more are injured after an SUV was allegedly rammed through the crowd at a Filipino festival in Vancouver. We have extensive coverage of the investigation now underway - and how communities in B.C. and across the country are mourning. Also: The federal election campaign is coming to a close. We have an in depth…

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Campaigns enter final weekend, Pope Francis' funeral, Measles on the rise in Alberta, and more 28:36

6d ago28:36

28:36

Federal party leaders are making their last pitches to voters, as the campaign enters its final weekend. While Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh make stops in Ontario, Pierre Poilievre is in B.C. - where seats in that province and others across western Canada could determine what form the next government takes. Also: World leaders, Catholics and thousa…

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Countdown to Election Day, FBI arrests a judge, hockey mistrial, and more. 26:27

8d ago26:27

26:27

With the federal election campaign heading into its last days, party leaders sharpen their messages to voters. Mark Carney leans into the public fear of American annexation, while Pierre Poilievre details the changes he’d deliver in his first 100 days if elected prime minister. Both the NDP and Bloc Quebecois leaders argue they’d have vital roles t…

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Maps, the new mirrors to our society 40:37

8d ago40:37

40:37

Maps don't just guide us; they help in decision-making. From our food apps to how well we are prepared for disaster management, location is our new currency. In this episode, Y. Nithiyanandam & Sowmya Nandan from Takshashila talk about how geospatial work impacts our markets, governance and our everyday lives. Location isn’t just a pin—it’s power. …

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Trump/Carney phone call questions, expats vote, daycare company plea, and more 26:40

9d ago26:40

26:40

With just a few days left in this election campaign Liberal leader Mark Carney is hammering home his pitch that he is the best one to take on U.S. President Donald Trump. But there are new questions tonight about just what was said when the two talked back in March. And: Cross border relations are crucial in this campaign. As many as 800-thousand C…

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Rethinking Migration: Myths, Policies, and Global Realities 23:32

11d ago23:32

23:32

In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane sits down with Danish Zahoor to disentangle some of the myths surrounding global migration. The conversation explores the growing backlash against migration in developed countries, tracing its roots to globalisation and examining the potential consequences for global economic integration. It …

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Poilievre’s plan to arrest homeless, thousands file past pope’s coffin, coral is dying worldwide. 26:49

10d ago26:49

26:49

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to deal with encampments of homeless people by arresting them. He pledged to clean up the problem in parks but to also get drug treatment for those who need it. Critics want to know how criminalizing homelessness deals with unaffordable housing and helping people in need. Still with the election, th…

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Canada Immigration News Podcast #80: Express Entry PNP Draw, U.S. Doctors Eye Canada, Manitoba PNP Update, LMIA Processing Times 2025 4:02

12d ago4:02

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Welcome to episode 80 of the Canada Immigration News Podcast. In this episode, we break down Express Entry Draw #342, a major update for U.S. doctors looking to move to Canada, the latest Manitoba PNP draw, and newly released 2025 LMIA processing times. If you’re exploring pathways to immigrate to Canada in 2025, these stories could make a big diff…

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Womanhood Defined: The UK Supreme Court Puts Biology and Science at the Heart of UK Discrimination and Human Rights Law and Transforms the Approach of UK Politics to Adult Human Females 37:02

12d ago37:02

37:02

What does the law say about who counts as a woman - and who gets to decide? Unpacking the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the definition of “woman” under the Equality Act 2010 and Gender Recognition Act is guest Karon Monaghan KC, one of the UK’s leading employment and discrimination law barristers. See here for a link to the judgment. The disc…

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Decoding India's Labour Codes 36:20

12d ago36:20

36:20

In 2019-2020, Parliament passed four labour codes which merged twenty-nine existing labour laws into four broad categories intended to ensure, inter alia, universalisation of wages and social security, ensuring a safe and healthy workplace and formalisation of employment. With the Union government announcing its intention for the implementation of …

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Record on early voting, Pope funeral plans, hockey player trial, and more 25:21

11d ago25:21

25:21

Canadians may be more engaged in this election race than ever before. More than seven million people cast a ballot over the weekend. It’s a record for advance polls. There are just six days left until Election Day, and the parties are working hard to push out their messages. The Conservatives have become the last major party to release a fully-cost…

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2025 federal election special 50:06

13d ago50:06

50:06

This special episode is a joint production of the Australian National University’s Development Policy Centre, the Australian Council for International Development, the International Development Contractors Community and the Safer World for All Campaign. The episode opens with Minister Pat Conroy outlining Labor’s record and vision for Australia’s i…

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Ripple and Rules: Rethinking the Indus Water Treaty 26:48

13d ago26:48

26:48

The Indus Treaty has been called as one of the world's most enduring water sharing agreements, but is that so? In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Research Analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the Takshashila Institution and Arpan A Chakravarty, Research Fellow at the India Foundation, explore the origins of IWT in the afterma…

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Death of the Pope, private healthcare, Hegseth on Signal again, and more 28:14

12d ago28:14

28:14

Pope Francis has died at 88. Catholics around the world are in mourning, as plans are made for his funeral. We have reaction from around the world, and here in Canada, including from Indigenous people, whom the Pope apologized to for the abuses that happened at residential schools. And: Canadians are having to use their own money – to access basic …

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Social Cost of AI-Generated Art 26:30

14d ago26:30

26:30

OpenAI released GPT-4o, which included art generation, particularly Studio Ghibli-style anime recreation of users’ pictures. This update took the internet by storm, and social media platforms were flooded with people recreating their images in Studio Ghibli-style. Parallely, conversations around the integrity of art/artwork, copyright, intellectual…

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Record turnout in advance voting, encampments outside cities on the rise, Filipino food in small town New Brunswick, and more 29:43

13d ago29:43

29:43

Canadians are voting in record numbers this weekend in advance polls across the country, with nearly two million ballots cast on Friday alone. The high turnout comes as parties begin releasing their costed platforms, and as the campaign heads into its final week. Also: Major cities like Toronto have seen a spike in the number of homeless encampment…

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Campaigns unveil costed platforms, U.S. sends asylum seekers to Panama, NHL playoffs begin and more 29:42

14d ago29:42

29:42

Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh unveil the Liberal and NDP costed platforms, as Pierre Poilievre talks about tackling the fentanyl crisis. You'll hear about today's election campaign announcements as Canadians continue to head to advance polls to get their votes in early. Also: The crackdown on immigration in the U.S. has sent hundreds of asylum seek…

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Advance polls open, Ukraine ceasefire talks, the Bible in Hollywood, and more… 26:57

15d ago26:57

26:57

Advance polls are open, bringing with them the opportunity to vote, but also some frustration. Line ups at some polls are long, as people use a holiday to get out and vote. And: U.S. President Donald Trump says he wants to help broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine but – he won’t wait forever. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. c…

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English debate, what farmers want, signs of life in space, and more 25:05

16d ago25:05

25:05

It’s debate night – again. The major party leaders will directly face off with each other for the last time before election day. With just over a week to go, there’s a lot on the line for each of them. One cohort that may be watching closely: farmers. We have a story about what farmers in northern Alberta want to hear before they cast their votes. …

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The Science and Ethics of De-Extinction 35:50

18d ago35:50

35:50

Recently, a Dallas-based biotech company, Colossal Biosciences, announced that it has been able to resurrect a species of wolf that went extinct around 12,500 years ago. It claims these dire wolves are the “world’s first successfully de-extincted animals.” What does this mean for science, ecosystems, and society? In this conversation with Sarthak P…

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