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DutchNews Podcast

DutchNews
Netherlands
Geert Wilders
Asylum Policy
Amsterdam
D66
Marjolein Faber
Dutch Politics
Dutch Government
Wolves
Champions League
The Hague
Dutch Football
Dick Schoof
Ukraine
Almere
European Union
Dutch Cuisine
Slavery Name Changes
Van Gogh
PVV

Podcast by DutchNews

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes410Founded9 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
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Latest Episodes

Social affairs minister Hans Vijlbrief cans the cabinet’s plans to extend the retirement age in the hope of avoiding a summer of strikes. Accusations fly in parliament in a bad-tempered debate on asylum, as the reception centre in Ter Apel continues ... more

As the atmosphere outside asylum centres grows heated and the debate becomes increasingly poisonous, Rob Jetten sends in a crack team of civil servants to lend moral support. A changing of the guard at Schiphol leads to long queues at the airport, wh... more

An outbreak of a rat-borne virus on a cruise ship triggers mass anxiety as phrases like "self-isolation" and "test and trace" re-enter the lexicon. Local mayors are growing increasingly frustrated with The Hague's reluctance to condemn violent protes... more

The army is feeling the heat after several wildfires break out during training excercises in tinderbox conditions. The king gets his skates on and straddles some Frisian dikes for his birthday bash this year. Protests against refugee centers turn ugl... more

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Shenai Bostas
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Tom Louwerse
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Molly Quell
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Hosts

Gordon Darroch
Dutch News Contributing Editor and Host of the Dutch News Podcast
Gordon Derrick
Contributing Editor at Dutch News
Paul Peeters
Civil engineer and co-host with broad topic coverage

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 207 ratings
  • What to understand NL? Listen to Dutch News podcast!

    Excellent overview of the current political and social reality of this enigmatic country. Want to understand what, why, where, who and how in the Netherlands? This is your ticket to that understanding. And if you spend extra €5 per month - you get the premium stories that really explain things. Essential information for NL expats and locals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    funkir
    Netherlands2 years ago
  • I love to get up to date with Dutch news but please get rid of the uhs

    This is one of the very few Dutch news audio sources available in English so I am very grateful for it and it is very informative. But sometimes it is impossible to focus on or listen to because of the “uhs” every few words. I get that it’s hard to make audio conversation and info sharing but it is so distracting and makes this podcast incredibly hard to listen to. Some work on how the information is communicated would be mega appreciated. I want to stay in touch with Dutch politics but being dy... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    yinnigyelsaw
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Look forward to every episode. Just wondering when Paul will finish his masters..,,,

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Minhishi
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    After living in the Netherlands during my teenage years, it is great to keep up with current Dutch News!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caden Stepler boi
    United States4 years ago
  • Interesting!

    Audio was great this week. Always interesting to recap the news of the week. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gorbachev's Birthmark
    Canada6 years ago

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Some listeners want fewer interruptions (uhs) and steadier audio, but still value concise weekly context.
Guests and hosts are often cited for clear analysis and humor that helps non-Dutch speakers stay informed.
Listeners praise accessible Dutch news in English and the hosts' banter for making complex topics approachable.

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Q: Was there a national conversation about creating little dog parks?
There hasn't been a national conversation, municipal governments manage dog parks, and their maintenance varies across locations.

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What is DutchNews Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, conversational news brief focusing on Dutch politics, society, and international context, delivered in English for expats and globally minded listeners. Episodes mix sharp policy analysis with humorous banter, covering asylum debates, local elections, energy and transport issues, and timely geopolitical happenings, often tying them to Dutch media coverage and public sentiment. Notable elements include strong host dynamics, light meta-commentary on the media landscape, and occasional guest-led episodes that broaden perspectives—making it approachable for non-Dutch speakers while staying timely for professionals tracking European affairs and policy shifts.

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