Podcast Ośrodka Studiów Wschodnich - OSW
The official podcast of Poland's state-funded Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW), where its own analysts dissect geopolitics from Berlin to Vladivostok.
This is the official voice of a Polish state analytical center, turning its internal expertise into a public-facing broadcast. Each episode is a moderated conversation where one OSW analyst, acting as host, interviews one or more of their colleagues on a pressing international issue. The show's value lies in its institutional backing, offering listeners access to specialized, government-funded research on topics often covered superficially by mainstream news.
“Its most distinctive feature is that the hosts and guests are all colleagues from the same think tank, the Centre for Eastern Studies. This isn't a show booking outside experts; it's the institution itself explaining its analysis of world events.”
Who hosts this show
The Podcast of the Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW) is the audio platform for Poland's state-funded think tank. In each episode, hosts interview their fellow OSW analysts, who are experts in their respective fields, to provide in-depth analysis of political, economic, and social situations in Central and Eastern Europe, the Balkans, the Caucasus, and beyond. The podcast serves as a direct channel to the research and insights of the institution, covering a wide range of topics relevant to Poland's international neighborhood.
Credentials & credits
- Centre for Eastern Studies (Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich), a Polish state think tank
Other ventures
- Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW) analyses and publications
What kind of podcast
- Country
- PL
- Region
- europe
When new episodes drop
- 01Co się dzieje w Albanii? Czy Edi Rama zrezygnuje?Jun 25, 2026 · 23 min
- 02
- 03USA chcą swojego Wysokiego Przedstawiciela w Bośni i HercegowinieJun 23, 2026 · 29 min
- 04Czy Grupa Wyszehradzka ma sens?Jun 22, 2026 · 27 min
- 05
- 06
- 07Chińscy rybacy jako narzędzie politycznej presjiJun 12, 2026 · 37 min
- 08Zawieszenie broni w cieniu ostrzałów. Ponad 100 dni wojny w IranieJun 9, 2026 · 33 min
Notable episodes
- 01Co się dzieje w Albanii? Czy Edi Rama zrezygnuje?
A timely analysis of the 'Flamingo Revolution,' linking local environmental protests to international investors like the Trump family and broader anti-government sentiment.
- 02W Czechach wrócił temat wysiedleń Niemców po II wojnie światowej. Dlaczego? Jaka jest ich historia?
Provides deep historical context on a sensitive and resurgent topic in Central Europe, explaining the Beneš decrees and the complex Czech-German relationship.
- 03USA chcą swojego Wysokiego Przedstawiciela w Bośni i Hercegowinie
Untangles the complex political structure of Bosnia and Herzegovina and reveals the competing US and EU interests influencing the country's future leadership.
What you'll be asked on this show
Hosts like Damian Rosłoniec and Tomasz Lesiecki function as expert moderators guiding their own colleagues. They typically open with a lengthy, detailed introduction to establish historical and political context for the listener. Their questioning is direct and serves to clarify or expand upon the guest's points, using frequent summaries to ensure the complex information is digestible. They don't challenge or debate their guests, but rather structure the conversation to methodically unpack a topic, moving from a recent event to its causes, key players, and potential future outcomes.
The format is a structured, in-house interview. A host, who is also an OSW analyst, typically provides a detailed introductory monologue to frame a complex topic before bringing in their expert colleague(s). The conversation is formal, academic, and focused on providing clear, evidence-based explanations.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
13 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Why did [a specific event, like a resignation or protest] happen?”
The host often opens with this to anchor the conversation in a recent, newsworthy event.
backstory
1- Q.01
“What is the historical context of the relationship between these groups/countries?”
Used to establish a baseline of understanding for long-running conflicts or relationships.
process
5- Q.01
“What is the difference between the terms 'X' and 'Y'?”
The host asks this to clarify politically charged or technical terminology for the audience.
- Q.02
“What did the [Beneš decrees, Dayton Agreement] actually contain?”
A direct probe to get to the specific substance of a legal or political document.
- Q.03
“How many people are involved / How large is the area affected?”
A frequent follow-up question to establish the scale of a protest or event.
- Q.04
“Who will choose the successor/What is the selection process?”
A process-oriented question to understand the mechanics of a political transition.
- Q.05
“When will we know the outcome?”
A closing question to get a timeline for a decision or resolution.
industry
1- Q.01
“What is the [American/EU/Russian] interest in this situation?”
This question broadens the scope to include the geopolitical motivations of major international powers.
controversy
3- Q.01
“Why [the United States]? Why does [a leader] maintain ties with this circle?”
Probes the specific international relationships and their underlying reasons.
- Q.02
“How has the leader/government reacted to the events?”
Focuses the conversation on the official response to a crisis or protest.
- Q.03
“What is the actual level of support for [the leader] in society?”
Seeks to gauge the domestic political standing of a key figure.
future
2- Q.01
“What can we expect from the [French/US-backed] candidate?”
This question explores the potential policy shifts depending on who comes to power.
- Q.02
“What are the chances the protests will succeed or force a resignation?”
Asks the expert for a direct prediction on the potential outcome of a conflict.
Signature segments
- · Intro/Outro: 'To jest podcast Ośrodka Studiów Wschodnich' (This is the podcast of the Centre for Eastern Studies).
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are exclusively analysts and experts from the Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW). They are booked for their specific, deep knowledge on the country or topic being discussed, such as the Balkans, German politics, or Russian foreign policy.
- Michał Kucharskion Co się dzieje w Albanii? Czy Edi Rama zrezygnuje?
- Krzysztof Dębiecon W Czechach wrócił temat wysiedleń Niemców po II wojnie światowej. Dlaczego? Jaka jest ich historia?
- Kamil Frymarkon W Czechach wrócił temat wysiedleń Niemców po II wojnie światowej. Dlaczego? Jaka jest ich historia?
- Andrzej Sadeckion Czy Grupa Wyszehradzka ma sens?
- Anna Kwiatkowskaon Jak Niemcy postrzegają Polskę? 35 lat polsko-niemieckiego traktat o dobrym sąsiedztwie
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is funded by the Polish state as part of the OSW's public mission and does not feature commercial sponsors or advertisements.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch this show
People also ask
- Who makes this podcast?
- The podcast is created and produced by the Centre for Eastern Studies (Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich, or OSW), a Polish state-funded think tank based in Warsaw.
- What is the Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW)?
- OSW is a Polish public institution that monitors and analyzes the political, economic, and social situation in Poland's international neighborhood, including Eastern and Central Europe, the Balkans, Germany, and China.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is an interview-based show where a host, who is an OSW analyst, interviews one or more of their colleagues on a specific topic of their expertise.
- Who are the hosts and guests?
- Both hosts and guests are expert analysts employed by the Centre for Eastern Studies. Recurring voices include analysts like Michał Kucharski, Krzysztof Dębiec, and Kamil Frymark, with hosting duties rotating among staff.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on the OSW's YouTube channel and major podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts and Podtail.
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Sources & how this page was built
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- [01]OSW - Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich (Official Website)osw.waw.pl
- [02]About us | OSW Centre for Eastern Studiesosw.waw.pl
- [03]Michał Kucharski | OSW Centre for Eastern Studiesosw.waw.pl
- [04]OSW - Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich - Podcast - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [05]Ośrodek Studiów Wschodnich – Wikipediapl.wikipedia.org
- [06]Podcast Ośrodka Studiów Wschodnich - OSW - YouTubeyoutube.com
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