No Sugar Politics

No Sugar Politics

No Sugar Politics is a project developed by ESGA, in partnership with Karadeniz-Press News Agency, dedicated to all those interested in international relations, domestic politics, regional security, and beyond. With a provocative name, #NoSugarPolitics – meaning politics without frills or sugar-coating – we aim to deliver honest, well-argued, and relevant analyses, focusing on the essence of global and regional issues.

Each episode brings current topics to the forefront, debated by our experts to offer diverse and well-founded perspectives.

No Sugar Politics is more than just a podcast – it is a challenge for both us and you to think critically and stay connected to the realities of today’s world.

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