Christiane Amanpour Presents: The Ex Files
GlobalWorld-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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 95 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsGovernment | |||
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In this week’s Q&A, Christiane and Jamie are asked how much chaos President Trump could yet cause for the US, what it would take for him to be removed from office and why a country that so often intervenes abroad struggles to keep its own leaders in ... more
The suspect might now be in custody, but after the latest assassination attempt against President Trump, Christiane & Jamie look at why there seems to be so much anger in America right now, and discuss how people can channel their anger more effectiv... more
In this week’s Q&A, Christiane & Jamie are asked whether Donald Trump’s confrontational “Art of the Deal” approach with Iran follows the same pattern seen in his tariff battles - and why world leaders continue to engage with these tactics. They also ... more
With so much uncertainty over negotiations and the future of the conflict between the US & Iran, Christiane reveals that people she's speaking to believe there could be a return to war at some point very soon. Meanwhile, Jamie explains why he thinks ... more
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Waiting for a book👌🏾
Apple Podcasts5RAVAnow
Canadaa month ago - We need more
we need more voices and logic like you both. keep up the fantastic work. hats off to you both
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United Statesa month ago - Love the podcast
Really enjoy hearing your analysis on Iran & all the topics du jour
Apple Podcasts5Ginagina SmithUnited Statesa month ago - Magnificent!
Christiane is the journalist I trust the most!! What a treat to find this podcast!! You guys give such great info and insight and your dynamic is really great! However, I am sometimes perplexed as to how Jamie speaks about Trump as if he is in any way normal, pragmatic, or sane. Read one TS post and it’s obvious he’s off his rocker, cruel beyond compare, and as ignorant a person as we have had in that office. Jamie is a diplomat, and understandably thinks in those terms, but my goodness. Christi... more
Apple Podcasts5Burl86United Statesa month ago - Intelligent
Love hearing intelligent commentary on today’s events.
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Two veteran foreign affairs journalists examine today's defining global crises through insider experience and on-the-ground reporting. Episodes consistently unpack US-Russia-Ukraine dynamics, Iran diplomacy and the Middle East, NATO alignments, and China's rise, all through candid, historically informed analysis and personal anecdotes. A recurring strength is the combination of journalism pedigree with policy insight, plus a rare, civil-polarized dynamic between two co-hosts who were once partners in life and work. This mix yields sharp, pragmatic takes on complex geopolitics, making it helpful for listeners who want nuanced context and practical implications for policy, business, and international relations.
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2. The Rest Is Politics: US
3. The News Agents - USA
4. The Ezra Klein Show
5. The David Frum Show
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The Ex Files launched a year ago and published 95 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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Recent guests on The Ex Files include:
1. Tina Brown
2. Reza Pahlavi
3. Geraldine Brooks
4. Billie Jean King
5. Ahmad al-Sharah
6. Esther Perel
7. Ernie Moniz
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