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Our Team

We are from all over the globe and with a fresh perspective from a diverse group of people with insights on geopolitics that will challenge and inspire you.

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Meredith Burton

Meredith Burton is Managing Editor and geopolitical analyst for Why Geopolitics Matter. She holds a master’s degree in Geopolitical Studies from Charles University, and a bachelor’s degree in Public Policy with a specialization in Environmental Policy from Oregon State University. Her work concentrates on geoeconomics, state sovereignty, and institutionalism.

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Laura Pérez

Laura Pérez is a geopolitical analyst and graduate of the Master’s Program in Geopolitics at Charles University in Prague. With a background in Macro economics and Energy security she focused on trade policies, sanctions, and energy dependencies. As WGM Podcast Lead, she drives in-depth discussions on major international developments.

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Antoine Quiquempoix

Antoine is Video Editor and analyst for Why Geopolitics Matter. He holds a master’s degree in geopolitical studies from Charles University and a bachelor’s degree in European political sciences (ESPOL). His work focuses on security dynamics and competition of power in Africa, Europe and in the post-Soviet space. He is fluent in French and English.

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Phoebe Chow

Phoebe Chow is a journalist-turned analyst at WGM, where she writes on geopolitical affairs. Her expertise lies in East Asian geopolitical dynamics. She holds a master’s degree in Geopolitical Studies from Charles University in Prague.

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Conor Long

Conor is an analyst with Why Geopolitics Matter, covering contemporary geopolitical issues, with a particular focus on Europe. He holds a master’s degree in Geopolitical Studies from Prague’s Charles University, and a bachelor's degree in Geography and Sociology from University College Cork, Ireland.

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Espen Kjønø

Espen is an analyst for Why Geopolitics Matter.

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