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Around the World

Newstalk
Australia
Brazil
Peru
Kenya
Thailand
India
South Africa
Nigeria
Italy
Japan
Argentina
China
France
Venezuela
Germany
Zambia
Pakistan
Ukraine
Ecuador
United Kingdom

Moncrieff and the team take a look at the stories making headlines around the world.

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Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories…

Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories…

Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories…

Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories…

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Jonathan DeBurca Butler
Journalist providing world news analysis
Newstalk
Episode: Around the World: 18 wolves found dead in Italy

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Moncrieff
Host of the show with responsibilities for guiding discussions and introducing segments.
Seán Moncrieff
Co-host / presenter with regular contributions and in-depth discussion facilitation.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Tid bits of interest

    Love this podcast. It takes me around the world to interesting stories and people. I can research more if I want but usually the few minutes on each topic suffices. Thanks , keep it going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Street safe Lee
    United States7 months ago
  • It’s No BBC World Service

    If you want news from around the world BBC World Service is your only man.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States10 months ago

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Some critique the show for a BBC World Service-like feel, suggesting comparability concerns.
Listeners appreciate concise, world-spanning coverage and the quick tempo.

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Around the World: SUVs incredibly popular in the UK
Q: Is there any particular reason why there's been such a dramatic increase in sales of SUVs?
The increase is attributed to their sheer popularity, although the speaker admits he does not know the specific reasons.
Around the World: Riots in New Caledonia
Q: Why didn't the Canucks vote in those three referendums?
They did vote in the first two with close results, but the Canocks boycotted the last one due to fears of losing and the impact of COVID-19.
Around the World: Mali cuts ties with Ukraine
Q: Why did Mali cut ties with Ukraine?
The diplomatic break followed accusations from Mali that Ukraine provided intelligence to separatists, exacerbating tensions in a politically unstable region.
Around the World: Mali cuts ties with Ukraine
Q: What actions are being called for in response to the auctioning video from South Africa?
Political parties have demanded significant punishments for the perpetrators, including long suspensions and community service in black neighborhoods.
Around the World: Mali cuts ties with Ukraine
Q: How has Pedro Sánchez responded to the investigation into his wife?
He argues that the investigation is unfounded and aims to discredit him politically, utilizing the state attorney's office to challenge the judge.

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What is Around the World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Global current-events briefing that pairs a seasoned host with a rotating guest slate to unpack world headlines with brisk, contextual commentary. Episodes span politics, crime, technology, culture, and policy, often weaving in local perspectives from international hotspots and exploring how social media and governance shape outcomes. Notably, the show leans into quick, accessible analysis from a newsroom environment, with recurring guests providing on-the-ground context and expert viewpoints across regions.

Potential listeners should expect rapid-fire summaries, thoughtful implications, and a conversational tone that blends wit with reportage. A strong fit for readers who want concise, globally sourced insights they can act on when pitchi... more

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Around the World launched 7 years ago and published 229 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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