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World-renowned journalist Christiane Amanpour and ex-husband Jamie Rubin, a former US State Department official, unpack today’s defining global crises. Drawing on decades of insider experience in global affairs, reporting from conflict zones, and grilling world leaders, they explain how we ended up where we are – and where we might be going. Forget about a new world order – right now, there’s no w... more

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Did the capture of President Maduro give Trump the confidence to start a war with Iran? Christiane and Jamie trace how January's Venezuela gamble led directly to a disastrous conflict - and ask whether 'might makes right' has become the defining doct... more

How do you challenge a president who calls you fake news and walks out? Christiane reflects on the futility of confrontational questioning, and why she'd rather ask Trump how he became who he is.

Jamie argues the Iran war is the most unpopular US mi... more

Imran Khan - the legendary cricketer and former Prime Minister - has now spent three years in a Pakistani prison. The UN says he is being held in solitary confinement in 'inhumane' conditions, something the Pakistani government denies. His supporters... more

A 22-year-old international student launched India's "Cockroach Party" and has successfully forced the education minister to resign. Christiane and Jamie unpack how a tongue-in-cheek protest movement exposed widespread exam corruption, won government... more

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Kasim Khan
Imran Khan's youngest son
Family/Advocacy for Imran Khan
Episode: Imran Khan: how did a national hero become a 'political prisoner'?
Zulfikar Bukhari
Former Imran Khan minister, campaigner for his rights
Political ally/Advocate for Imran Khan
Episode: Imran Khan: how did a national hero become a 'political prisoner'?
Sir Tony Blair
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Government of the United Kingdom
Episode: Q&A: The Pope’s AI warning, Iran at the World Cup & is Russia still meddling in US politics?
Tina Brown
ex Vanity Fair and New Yorker editor; author of Fresh Hell
Fresh Hell (Substack)
Episode: How Trump broke the first rule of war - with Tina Brown
Reza Pahlavi
Son of the late Shah of Iran, a leading figure among Iranian opposition movements
Iranian Opposition
Episode: Will Trump strike Iran, again?
Geraldine Brooks
Pulitzer Prize-winning author and journalist
Episode: Iran talks, Trump's election interference & ICE 'thuggery'
Billie Jean King
Tennis champion and activist for gender equality in sports
Episode: Billie Jean King: tennis, activism, and the fight for equality
Ahmad al-Sharah
President of Syria following the fall of the Assad regime
Episode: Does Trump's security strategy paint Europe as the enemy?
Esther Perel
World-renowned couples therapist and podcaster.
Where Shall We Begin? Podcast
Episode: Esther Perel: why the world is more divided than ever

Hosts

Christiane Amanpour
Renowned journalist and host with extensive global reporting and leadership in international coverage.
Jamie Rubin
Former US State Department official and co-host with decades in government service.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 740 ratings
  • Epstein

    Jamie, they were not women… they were children/girls when they were abused! That language is part of the problem! They were CHILDREN!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoatLeo
    United States3 months ago
  • Enjoy the hosts’ knowledge and dynamic

    The hosts are both very knowledgeable and well spoken. They shed light on important situations and have a great dynamic between them. I enjoy listening to their thoughts on things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WanderBeatles
    United States3 months ago
  • Addicted

    I first learned of this podcast when Christiane went on Jon Stewart’s one. Curiosity peaked, I started listening; the combined expertise of both her & Jamie just radiates through the speakers. I was also lucky enough to get my question answered the very first time I submitted one. They speak about foreign policy with compassion & relating it back to the people affected, not just facts & figures. Both eminently likeable people to listen to, their humanity is a real draw.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnimalMad_Eng
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Enjoy it

    I enjoy listening to the exes and their chemistry. I wait for the day Christiane doesn’t interrupt Jamie and it just never happens. Cannot resist. Also never misses a chance to trash Israel no matter what. That’s been for her entire career. Jamie, why do you let her?

    Not everything she says is the gospel tho she thinks it is. You can still be a feminist & not be so very competitive all the time. Jeez.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    journoMomx4
    United States4 months ago
  • Needed Especially Now

    I always learn a great deal from each podcast, but especially now because of their individual areas of expertise. Thank you for all your hard work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnninFlorida
    United States4 months ago

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Thoughtful, informed political analysis with credible, battle-tested insight.
Top-tier experts delivering world affairs with nuance and context.
Great dynamic between hosts; depth and humanity shine through.
Energetic, sometimes heated, but always grounded in experience.
Very credible take on global events; excellent for listeners who want depth over hot takes.

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Q&A: The most unpopular US conflict ever & why is Trump so hostile to journalists?
Q: What explains the ongoing challenge of accountability for decisions leading to wars and the role of international institutions like the ICC?
The discussion centers on skepticism toward international law given the UN Security Council vetoes by major powers, while acknowledging historical actions that held individuals accountable; the viewers are left with the tension between legal ideals and geopolitical realities.
Q&A: The most unpopular US conflict ever & why is Trump so hostile to journalists?
Q: If you had one chance to question Trump without fear of consequences, what would you ask?
The co-hosts emphasize wanting to understand what shaped Trump's behavior and decision-making in press interactions, and how his mentors or advisers influenced his approach to the media and policy choices.
Q&A: The most unpopular US conflict ever & why is Trump so hostile to journalists?
Q: Why do so many journalists still seem reluctant to challenge Trump directly despite his falling approval ratings?
There are journalists who take heat, and some outlets or editors may feel constrained by ownership or fear, but many reporters still push hard questions; the dynamic has shifted as outlets determine who will take the heat while others continue to probe aggressively.
Imran Khan: how did a national hero become a 'political prisoner'?
Q: Zulfikar, how do you assess the military's influence on Imran Khan's political fate and the prospects for a lawful resolution?
Zulfikar explains the military's entrenched role in politics and economics, the complexity of a 'hybrid' system, and how leadership changes may or may not shift the trajectory of Khan's imprisonment, depending on internal power dynamics and external pressure.
Imran Khan: how did a national hero become a 'political prisoner'?
Q: Kasim, how have you and your brother Suleiman managed the emotional strain of your father's imprisonment after so many months apart?
Kasim describes compartmentalizing during daily life while remaining profoundly aware of the mounting concern for his father's health and the unclear prospects for release, underscoring the balance between personal resilience and the ongoing advocacy work.

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This show features two veteran global affairs voices analyzing today's crises through a diplomatic lens, blending insider experience with candor and humor. Episodes cover US–Iran dynamics, NATO and Europe's stance, Israel–Palestine tensions, and broader geopolitics, often tying current events to historical context. A standout is the dynamic between the co-hosts—built on decades of public service and reporting—delivering sharp, accessible analysis that balances policy insights with personal anecdotes. Listeners can expect thoughtful, no-nonsense breakdowns of complex issues, with interviews and audience questions shaping several episodes.

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7. Billie Jean King
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