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Tholos Talks is a series following the spirit of the Tholos circle, where Ancient Greek intellectuals gathered to debate the issues of their day. Through deep insight and thought-provoking dialogue, we offer the tools to decode complexity and illuminate the path forward.
Tholos Talks is a Basilinna Institute produced podcast.
Coffee, Trade, and Tech, Episode #2
Semiconductors and the Global Economy
Jake sits down with John Neuffer, President and CEO of the Semiconductor Industry Association, to explore the complexity of the global semiconductor market. They discuss how the industry has been shaped by America First trade policies, how semiconductor trade will influence U.S.-China relations, and the urgent challenges facing the semiconductor workforce.
The Dark Side of the Art Market: The Illicit Trade
Understanding the Thriving Trade in Looted Antiquities, Episode #2
Deborah sits down with Tess Davis, Executive Director of The Antiquities Coalition, to examine the implications of cultural racketeering and discuss strategies for preserving our shared history.
Coffee, Trade, and Tech, Episode #1
Trump 2.0
Jake sits down with Scott Miller and Bill Reinsch—better known as The Trade Guys. Together, they break down the shifting landscape of global trade, the transformative role of technology in economic policy, and what businesses must navigate in an increasingly complex market.
Why Do Culture and Heritage Matter?
Understanding the Thriving Trade in Looted Antiquities, Episode #1
In our premiere episode, Deborah Lehr, Basilinna CEO, and founder of the Antiquities Coalition, sits down with Ambassador Irina Bokova to kick off our series on culture and discuss a fundamental question: What is the role of culture, and does it matter?