The Modus Operandi
Modus Operandi with Manila Chan dives deep into global foreign policy to examine the methods and history which reverberate in our lives today. MO examines the world at a historical turning point, as nations rise and challenge the unipolar world that has been dominant since the end of the cold war. Who will rise, who will fall, and how will an emerging global order operate? Find out on Modus Operandi with Manila Chan.
Pope Francis on the global stage
On this episode of The MO, host Manila Chan delves into an intriguing discussion with author and Catholic blogger Timothy J. Gordon about Pope Francis. They explore the Pope’s leadership style and the Church’s stance on land ownership, offering insights into the complexities of these issues within the Catholic community. They also explore the role of the Pope on the global political stage after his recent call for Ukraine to come to the negotiating table.
The Rothschilds
The Rothschild family is renowned in Europe for their significant influence and wealth, having played prominent roles in various European states and empires throughout history. Following the recent passing of Lord Jacob Rothschild, Manila Chan of The MO explores the family’s rich history. Sean Stone joins Manila as a guest, offering context and insight into the legacy of the Rothschild family.
The persecution of Christians in Nigeria
Join host Manila Chan as she discusses the Christmas Massacre in Nigeria and the plight of Christians in central Nigeria with author and human rights activist Jason Jones, providing valuable insight into the challenges faced by Christians in areas affected by terrorist groups such as Boko Haram.
Are the UK and Sweden mobilizing for war?
European countries are seeing a reluctance of citizens to engage in conflict with Russia, despite government efforts to escalate tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Sweden and the United Kingdom, actively supporting Ukraine with arms and funding, are experiencing military staffing difficulties, exacerbated by Sweden’s recent NATO membership and the UK’s struggle to retain personnel. MO’s Manila Chan explores this issue with Professor Glenn Diesen, shedding light on the persistent challenges faced by these NATO members.
EU expansion
Since its establishment in 1993, the European Union has grown to encompass several dozen members. However, not every state has an easy route to accession, as evidenced by the experiences of countries like Türkiye and Georgia. Amid the ongoing conflict between Kiev and Moscow, certain EU nations are now vocally advocating Ukrainian membership, despite Brussels historically requiring that candidates meet rigorous guidelines in terms of fiscal responsibility, governance and human rights. MO’s Manila Chan interviews former Swiss MP and author Guy Mettan to explore the rationale behind the sudden push for Ukrainian EU membership and the potential consequences of such a decision.
Ukraine’s demographic catastrophe
Over the past six months, Ukraine has faced a string of battlefield woes due to a growing shortage of military personnel. MO’s Manila Chan explores this issue, as well as Ukraine’s declining population, which has become a major concern for the nation. Manila Chan discusses these challenges with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda, who examines the underlying causes and predicts a bleak future for the Kiev regime.