Topic: Schengen Accord

3 chapters across the catalog

Too Many Clips
Episode 368 1:09:17 - 1:12:43

368: Too Many Clips

Pakistan Drones, Migrant Crisis, and Postal Service Volume

Reports cover the increase of drone attacks in Pakistan under the Obama administration and the EU's struggle with migrants from Libya. A segment on the U.S. Postal Service notes that 2006 saw the highest mail volume in history despite the rise of email.

Starship Troopers 4
Episode 303 1:00:34 - 1:03:07

303: Starship Troopers 4

Greek Economic Riots, European Border Controls

Massive riots and strikes are occurring in Athens, Greece, as the country faces economic collapse and austerity measures, yet the events receive minimal US media coverage. Meanwhile, Denmark has decided to re-institute border controls, challenging the Schengen Accord. This move is reportedly driven by immigration concerns and friction between neighboring European nations.

Vajazzling the Slutsquad
Episode 177 31:05 - 33:37

177: Vajazzling the Slutsquad

Eurozone Instability and Potential Collapse of the Union

The financial stability of the European Union is questioned following the near-bankruptcy of Greece and rising economic concerns in Spain. With Spanish unemployment reaching 19%, analysts suggest the euro could collapse, leading nations to revert to sovereign currencies. The discussion also clarifies the Schengen Accord's impact on border travel within the continent versus the United Kingdom.