International Law
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#669: Invisible Walls: Aviation Diplomacy in Hostile Skies
What happens when a flight is forced to land in a hostile country? Explore the high-stakes world of aviation diplomacy and "invisible walls."
#668: The Hidden Bureaucracy of the Sky
Discover the invisible borders of the sky, from the physics of the Karman Line to the hidden fees airlines pay to cross national airspace.
#645: The Return of the Big War: Mapping Global Conflict in 2026
Is the world truly more violent, or are we just more informed? Explore the data behind the global surge in conflict and the return of the "Big War."
#614: When Arrest Warrants Are Just Paper
Herman and Corn break down the mechanics of ICC warrants, the role of Interpol, and why international law often clashes with global politics.
#544: Engineering Sovereignty: The Two-State Geography Puzzle
Can a state function as an archipelago? Herman and Corn explore the engineering and geography behind a potential two-state solution.
#486: Ink and Power: The Hidden World of Diplomatic Letters
In an era of instant messaging, why do world leaders still rely on physical letters? Discover the secret art of high-stakes diplomacy.
#430: Jerusalem’s Ghost Consulates: Diplomacy in Limbo
Discover why some Jerusalem consulates ignore the state they’re in and how 400-year-old treaties still shape the city’s bizarre diplomatic map.
#417: Shadows and Signals: The World of Back-Channel Diplomacy
How do enemies talk when embassies are closed? Explore the secret world of back-channel diplomacy, validation signals, and "honest brokers."
#339: Beyond the Fortress: The Evolution of Global Military Bases
Explore how modern military bases have evolved from fortresses to high-tech hubs and the complex trade-offs of hosting foreign troops on home soil.
#338: Shadow Diplomats: The Truth About Honorary Consuls
Ever wondered why a regular house might fly a foreign flag? Discover the "DIY diplomacy" of honorary consuls and their strange legal perks.
#337: Sovereign Bags: The Secret World of Diplomatic Pouches
In a digital age, why do governments still use physical bags? Explore the high-stakes world of diplomatic pouches and sovereign transit.
#291: Jerusalem Unveiled: The Myth and Reality of a Divided City
Explore the divide between the celestial "Jerusalem of Above" and the gritty, fragmented reality of the "Jerusalem of Below" in this deep dive.
#290: The Borders of Reality: From Micronations to Somaliland
When does a guy on an oil rig become a king? Herman and Corn explore the legal and geopolitical lines between micronations and actual states.
#278: Inside the Mobile Fortress: The Secrets of Motorcades
Explore the tech, massive costs, and legal immunity behind the 40-car "mobile fortresses" used by world leaders like the US President.
#277: When Bulldozers Test International Law
As Israel dismantles the UNRWA HQ in Jerusalem, we debunk the myth of "foreign soil" and explore the reality of diplomatic immunity.
#274: The Operating System of Global Order
Discover the invisible rules of global power. Herman and Corn explore how flag placement and seating charts keep the world running smoothly.
#188: The Hidden Politics of ISO Country and Currency Codes
Herman and Corn explore how ISO decides who gets a country code and why global data standards are more political than they look.