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Briefed - Your Daily European Podcast

Briefed is Europod’s new daily podcast covering stories around Europe.

In just five minutes, host Léa Marchal brings a fresh perspective on European politics and major news happening in European countries.

On issues like tech sovereignty, climate scepticism or the rise of the extremes, the podcast brings you a different angle than your national one.

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The 27 EU member states all agree on one thing: Europe needs new solutions to withstand China's growing economic pressure. But when it comes to taking concrete and far-reaching action, that unity quickly disappears.

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Florence Sautret
European affairs journalist
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - « Wir schaffen das » and the extremes go mad
Jean-Claude Juncker
President of the European Commission at the time
European Commission
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - What’s with the Austerity Angie?
François Hollande
President of France during key crisis moments
French Government
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - What’s with the Austerity Angie?
Silvio Berlusconi
Former Prime Minister of Italy mentioned in context
Italian Government
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - What’s with the Austerity Angie?
Barack Obama
U.S. President mentioned in EU discussions
U.S. Government
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - What’s with the Austerity Angie?
Angela Merkel
Chancellor of Germany during the crisis
Germany
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - What’s with the Austerity Angie?
Alexis Tsipras
Former Greek Prime Minister
Syriza
Episode: Reupload - My question to Angela Merkel - Financial Crash and Angie
Daniel Gensen
Energy Commissioner
European Commission
Episode: What does the EU put on the table to fight the energy crisis ?
Sergiy Tomilenko
Member of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine
National Union of Journalists of Ukraine
Episode: What does it take to report the news from within a war zone? (with Voices)

Host

Léa Marchal
Host of Briefed, Your Daily European Podcast; Europod (co-produced with SPHERA project)

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Very insightful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PauloChloé
    France3 months ago
  • Great podcasts!

    Very easy to listen! Totally recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ledragon123
    Belgium4 months ago
  • Nice podcast EU

    Very Nice EU News podcast !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joqa21
    France4 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Love this podcast on EU Affairs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phianthu
    France4 months ago
  • Great show!

    This is a stimulating podcast that invites you into enlightening conversations on relevant issues. It's approachable and well-paced, making it an inviting listen for anyone interested in a fresh perspective without being bogged down by jargon. Deirdre

    Apple Podcasts
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    Deirdre Tshien
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging and accessible without losing depth.
Clear, concise synthesis of EU policy—great for quick briefings.
Impressive breadth of topics, though some episodes feel dense for casual listeners.
Smart storytelling with credible experts and timely insights.
Regularly highlights practical implications for business and policy.

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#218
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#35
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#35
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#136
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What does the EU put on the table to fight the energy crisis ?
Q: So what is the Commission actually proposing to ease the pressure on Europeans in the short term?
The host outlines a mix of targeted, temporary measures such as VAT cuts on electricity, fuel vouchers, and flexible state aid to protect businesses, while warning that real relief will require careful targeting under EU fiscal rules and cannot be solved by a single policy. The guest explains that the proposals emphasize medium- to long-term transitions like heat pumps, solar, and electric vehicles to stabilize prices over time.
Europe Talks Back - How work is changing across the EU: A tale of diverging conditions
Q: So last year, you published with colleagues the European Working Conditions Survey for the year 2024. What are the most prominent problems in the labor market today, leading us to discuss the need for more quality jobs?
The most prominent problems relate to work intensity and a poorer social environment, with the impact varying by occupation and country; women in some sectors experience worse outcomes, and overall job quality shows gaps across regions.
Today on Briefed: Europe Talks Back (Extended Format)
Q: Coming back to the broader issue of EU financing mechanisms, do you think that Cohesion Policies are actually fit for the issues we have at hand?
He notes Cohesion Policy has historically targeted less developed regions, but points to the need to address stagnant regions too and to channel funds to places with potential, while ensuring better governance and alignment with territorial needs.
Today on Briefed: Europe Talks Back (Extended Format)
Q: And thinking about this important kind of loophole, do you think that Cohesion funds are actually the most relevant in that discussion? If we are talking about regions or cities that once have been well developed, aren't there other financing mechanisms that are maybe better suited?
The guest emphasizes that Cohesion Funds are uniquely territorially targeted and argue for a broader mix of funds, but stress the need for improved access, governance, and possibly a European-level technical support mechanism to build local capacity.
Today on Briefed: Europe Talks Back (Extended Format)
Q: So, are we witnessing an inevitable concentration around metropolises, or is it still possible to envision a more balanced Europe?
The guest argues that while metropolises attract investment, there remain real assets in small towns and that policy design must better target these areas; also, governance and capacity at the local level are crucial for reversing concentration trends.

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Daily European politics briefings cover a wide range of EU policy, governance, and regulatory issues, from trade and sanctions to climate, tech regulation, and social policy. Episodes often synthesize official documents, Brussels debates, and high-profile interviews to explain how EU decisions affect member states and markets. A notable edge is brisk, five-minute format combined with expert context and archival insights from prominent political figures and institutions, often linking long-running policy threads to current events. The show tends to attract listeners who want concise, policy-forward analysis with practical implications for business, diplomacy, and strategy across Europe.

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Recent guests on Briefed include:

1. Florence Sautret
2. Jean-Claude Juncker
3. François Hollande
4. Silvio Berlusconi
5. Barack Obama
6. Angela Merkel
7. Alexis Tsipras
8. Daniel Gensen

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