The International Risk Podcast

• Episode 229: Armenia: Between Russia and The West and the Complicated Dynamics of Peace with Azerbaijan with Dr. Vahram Ter-Matevosyan

  In this episode of the International Risk Podcast, we turn our focus to the South Caucasus, where Armenia stands at a critical geopolitical juncture. Our guest is Dr. Vahram Ter-Matevosyan, Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the American University of Armenia and a leading voice on regional security and Armenian foreign policy.Dr. Ter-Matevosyan offers a compelling analysis of Armenia’s post-2020 political landscape, the complexities of its relationship with Azerbaijan, and the challenges of negotiating peace amid uncertainty. We explore how domestic expectations, historical narratives, and external pressures intersect in shaping Armenia’s strategic choices.What are the risks of a fragile peace process? How are regional and global actors influencing the outcome? And what does the future hold for a country navigating between tradition, reform, and realpolitik?Join us for a deep and thought-provoking discussion on one of the most consequential, yet often overlooked, regions in international affairs.Dr. Vahram Ter-Matevosyan is an Associate Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the American University of Armenia and a leading scholar on Turkish foreign policy, regional security, and post-Soviet politics. He has advised government agencies, published extensively on nationalism and regional dynamics, and brings deep, evidence-based analysis to some of the most pressing questions about Armenia’s place in an increasingly multipolar world.The International Risk Podcast is a weekly podcast for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. In these podcasts, we speak with experts in a variety of fields to explore international relations. Our host is Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe’s leading risk consulting firms. Dominic is a regular public and corporate event speaker, and visiting lecturer at several universities. Having spent the last 20 years successfully establishing large and complex operations in the world’s highest-risk areas and conflict zones, Dominic now joins you to speak with exciting guests around the world to discuss international risk.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our great updates!Tell us what you liked!

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• Episode 228: The New Scramble for Africa with Ian Linden

  Today we discuss the New Scramble for Africa! Dominic and Ian Linden dive into the differences between the ‘new’ scramble for Africa and the ‘old’ scramble of Africa, how strong the US influence is and whether it is currently weakening - or not, the economic opportunities offered by foreign investments, and much more!Professor Ian Linden formerly taught at the School of Oriental & African Studies in London and is a visiting Professor at St Mary's University, Strawberry Hill, London. He worked for the Swedish Government in the 1980s liaising with the African National Congress in apartheid South Africa.  A past director of the Catholic Institute for International Relations where he first worked on the southern Africa desk, he was awarded an Order of St Michael and St George for his work for human rights in 2000. His research for the former- British Government Department for International Development, DfID, has been on faith and development with special emphasis on Muslim approaches to development in West Africa, and for the Commonwealth Foundation on multi-faith programmes in the Commonwealth. He has written books on conflict in Zimbabwe and Rwanda and his latest book Global Catholicism provides an historical analysis of the political impact of the Catholic Church.The International Risk Podcast is a weekly podcast for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. In these podcasts, we speak with experts in a variety of fields to explore international relations. Our host is Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe's leading risk consulting firms. Dominic is a regular public and corporate event speaker, and visiting lecturer at several universities. Having spent the last 20 years successfully establishing large and complex operations in the world's highest-risk areas and conflict zones, Dominic now joins you to speak with exciting guests around the world to discuss international risk.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our great updates!Tell us what you liked!

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• Episode 227: Fraud and KYC with Jason Costain

  This week on The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen speaks with Jason Costain, one of the UK’s leading fraud strategists and the founder of Javloc, a specialist consultancy in financial crime prevention.In this deep-dive episode, they examine the accelerating threat landscape shaped by fraud, artificial intelligence, and the unintended consequences of digital innovation. From real-time payment systems and synthetic identities to the manipulation of consumer psychology and the exploitation of cryptocurrency hype, this conversation uncovers the critical vulnerabilities facing both individuals and institutions.Jason shares hard-won insights from three decades at the forefront of fraud detection and response, including his work building and leading fraud defence teams at NatWest Group. The episode also explores how financial institutions can move beyond reactive measures by embedding biometric security, adaptive limits, and customer training into their fraud strategy — all while dismantling siloed thinking between UX, payments, and risk teams.With real case studies and strategic foresight, this is essential listening for compliance leaders, fraud specialists, regulators, and digital banking innovators.Jason Costain is the founder of Javloc, and previously served as Head of Fraud Strategy and Relationship Management at NatWest Group. His work has shaped fraud defence systems across the UK banking sector, with a focus on AI, scam prevention, big data, and behavioural risk.Hosted by Dominic Bowen, The International Risk Podcast is the go-to platform for senior leaders navigating today’s volatile global environment. Dominic is the Head of Strategic Advisory at 2Secure, Europe’s leading risk management consulting firm, and has more than 20 years of frontline experience managing complex operations across conflict zones, crisis regions, and boardrooms. As a trusted advisor to multinational corporations, a university lecturer, and an internationally recognised public speaker, Dominic brings unparalleled depth to conversations on enterprise risk management, geopolitical forecasting, and strategic decision-making.Executives looking to understand the forces shaping tomorrow’s business risks, and how to turn them into strategic wins, should subscribe now. This episode is essential listening for leaders who refuse to be blindsided by international risk.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn for all our great updates.Tell us what you liked!

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• Episode 226: Arms Trade from a Feminist Security Perspective with Anna Provan

  Today we’ll dive into the often-overlooked realities of how women and girls experience armed conflict! Whether women are the victims, combatants, or leaders in peace-building. From the risks of gender-based violence and the underrepresentation of women in disarmament efforts to the long-term socio-economic impacts of the global arms trade, this conversation is both urgent and essential.Stay with us as we unpack these risks and the intersection of security, gender, and global policy with Anna Provan.Anna Provan is the Peace and Security Programme Manager at the Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy (CFFP). She has a proven track record of research, writing, public engagement, and capacity-building on the gendered and humanitarian impacts of weapons use and transfer, as well as the wider implications of conflict and militarisation for the pursuit of gender justice and equality. She works on a diverse range of issues related to gender-responsive arms control and disarmament, the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda, feminist peacebuilding, cybersecurity, and AI. In 2024, Anna was recognised as an Emerging Expert by The Forum on the Arms Trade.Prior to joining CFFP, Anna worked with the ‘Next Generation Democracy’ programme at the World Leadership Alliance in Madrid and as a UN Online Volunteer, providing research and editorial support to the Tanzania Development Trust and Education Watch Pakistan. She has undergraduate degree in International Relations from The University of Edinburgh and an MSc in Social and Cultural Anthropology from University College London (UCL).The International Risk Podcast is a weekly podcast for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. In these podcasts, we speak with experts in a variety of fields to explore international relations. Our host is Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe’s leading risk consulting firms. Dominic is a regular public and corporate event speaker, and visiting lecturer at several universities. Having spent the last 20 years successfully establishing large and complex operations in the world’s highest-risk areas and conflict zones, Dominic now joins you to speak with exciting guests around the world to discuss international risk.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our great updates!Tell us what you liked!

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• Episode 225: Challenges and Opportunities for CFOs and Companies Expanding Internationally with Dr. Shan Nair

  This week, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Shan Nair to The International Risk Podcast for an insightful discussion on navigating international business expansion amid shifting geopolitical and economic landscapes. Together, they explore how regulatory frameworks, tariffs, and evolving trade policies impact global business strategies. Dr. Nair shares his expertise on mitigating risks, seizing opportunities in international markets, and the increasing role of compliance and strategic foresight for CEOs and CFOs.Dr. Shan Nair is a renowned entrepreneur and management consultant specialising in international business expansion. He has worked with major companies, including Tesla Motors, and pioneered business support services for firms entering new markets. With a background in nuclear engineering and decades of experience advising multinational corporations, Dr. Nair provides a nuanced perspective on economic trends, the role of AI in finance, and the future of global business strategy.The International Risk Podcast is a must-listen for senior executives, board members, and risk advisors. This weekly podcast dives deep into international relations, emerging risks, and strategic opportunities. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, Head of Strategic Advisory at one of Europe's top risk consulting firms, the podcast brings together global experts to share insights and actionable strategies.Dominic's 20+ years of experience managing complex operations in high-risk environments, combined with his role as a public speaker and university lecturer, make him uniquely positioned to guide these conversations. From conflict zones to corporate boardrooms, he explores the risks shaping our world and how organisations can navigate them.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our great updates!Tell us what you liked!

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