On 1st of February, the euro became the sole legal tender in Bulgaria. However, there have been many speculations as to what pushed this change, what does this entail for the Bulgarian people and who is benefiting the most. Join us as we delve into these topics with 6 experts in their respective fields.

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Throughout the episode you will hear:

👤Svetoslav Malinov, Analyst at the Center for the Study of Democracy

👤 Denitza Vidolova, Project Coordinator at Sofia Platform

👤 Sophia Kleinsasser, Fundraising Officer at the Bulgarian Helsinki Committee

👤 Kremena Chobanova, Deputy Executive Director at Transparency International Bulgaria

👤 Ivan Vailev, Founder of The Balkan Heritage Foundation

👤 Maria Pavliva, Communications Director at Transparency International Bulgaria

Interviewer: Clémence MEALLONNIER

Podcast producer: Raquel UREÑA

We would like to thank the UNSA External Relations team for making this study trip possible and connecting us with our interviewees. It truly was a wonderful experience to be part of this trip.

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In this episode of our Portrait Series, we sit down with Rebeca Arguedas, President of UFS and a prominent voice in sustainability in the facility management sector. Interviewed by Clara Ledoux, Rebeca walks us through her journey as a Latin-American woman in a field traditionally dominated by men and explores how intersectionality shapes our ideals and opportunities.

Recorded on the 20.03.2025

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Interviewer: Clara Ledoux

As a Maastricht Diplomat alumni and journalism student, French-Lankan Jonathan Wijayaratne has a unique view on the world. In this episode they talk with Fin Gerke about their journey from European Studies to journalism, the state of journalism and media in Europe, and their roots living in many cultures and countries.

Recorded on the 20.02.2025

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Producer and interviewer: Fin Gerke (@finenomenon)