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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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Yesterday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled a new proposal aimed at protecting children online.

How can the EU reach this objective?

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Yesterday, several dozen people gathered in Valletta to demand justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia, the Maltese investigative journalist who was murdered in 2017. 

Nine years after her murder, the person who allegedly ordered it has still not been co... more

After a summer marked by heatwaves, wildfires and droughts, climate is back on the European agenda.

But is it really? What can we realistically expect from Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union speech?

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The US is unhappy with the direction European industrial policy is taking. Washington has made its concerns very clear to the EU.

So, what exactly is the problem, and how could the EU solve it?

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Sofia Corral Alonso
Opponent of the Torre Lobatón data center
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Episode: Data centres in Europe: can local opposition stop them?
Flore Belin
Energy Policy Coordinator at Climate Action Network Europe
Climate Action Network Europe
Episode: How can European countries accelerate the greening of their electricity production?
Solène Molard
Head of the Social Affairs Department, Eurocities
Eurocities
Episode: Europe Talks Back - How to make sure everyone has access to basic public services everywhere in Europe?
Andrés Rodríguez-Pose
Professor of Economic Geography at the London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Europe Talks Back - Are small and medium-sized cities losing their attractiveness?
Agnes Parent-Thirion
Senior Research Manager at Eurofound, oversaw the 2024 survey on working conditions across the EU
Eurofound
Episode: Europe Talks Back - How work is changing across the EU: A tale of diverging conditions
Antonio Paolo Russo
University teacher of Urban Geography in Tarragona, Spain; European project Smart Dest lead
University of Tarragona; Smart Dest
Episode: Hypertourismos ep6 : Should we stop travelling?
Adonis Igalas
Current mayor of Santorini
Santorini Municipality
Episode: Hypertourismos ep5 : Who even cares ?
Nikos Zorzos
Former mayor of Santorini
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Antonio Russo
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Host

Léa Marchal
Host of Briefed, Host of the daily European podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Very insightful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PauloChloé
    France6 months ago
  • Great podcasts!

    Very easy to listen! Totally recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ledragon123
    Belgium6 months ago
  • Nice podcast EU

    Very Nice EU News podcast !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joqa21
    France7 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Love this podcast on EU Affairs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phianthu
    France7 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
    5
    Deirdre Tshien
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Clean, informative format that respects the listener's time and keeps a steady pace.
A concise, approachable take on EU affairs that's easy to follow for newcomers.
The host keeps discussions grounded in policy implications without getting bogged down in jargon.
High-quality guests and thoughtful analysis that stays accessible.
Polished briefing with relevant, timely topics for Europe-focused audiences.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#209
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#224
Italy/News/Daily News
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#86
Belgium/News/Daily News
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#110
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#123
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#164
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Europe Talks Back - Are small and medium-sized cities losing their attractiveness?
Q: What about the governance and administrative capacity needed to access funds—can development agencies help scale solutions?
Development agencies can help, but what's crucial is institutional quality and streamlined procedures to ensure funds translate into tangible local development.
Europe Talks Back - Are small and medium-sized cities losing their attractiveness?
Q: Are cohesion funds the most relevant mechanism for supporting declining regions, or should other financing tools be considered?
Cohesion funds are uniquely territorially targeted and democratic at the local level, but there needs to be coordinated use with other funds and improved capacity at local levels.
Europe Talks Back - Are small and medium-sized cities losing their attractiveness?
Q: What are the main causes vs. consequences of the decline in smaller towns, and how do demographics play into this?
Causes include lack of opportunities, prior industrial bases, and the internationalization of the economy, while consequences involve selective migration, aging populations, and erosion of public services.
Europe Talks Back - Are small and medium-sized cities losing their attractiveness?
Q: First, are Europe's small towns becoming left-behind places, and can the analysis of declining regions be applied to medium-sized towns?
The guest explains that the phenomenon of places that can't compete internationally is widespread, not limited to medium-sized cities, and ties it to broader opportunities rather than size alone.
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.

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Briefed covers European politics, current events, and policy with a sharp, concise 5-minute daily format. Episodes frequently tackle EU regulation, tech policy, leadership decisions, and regional developments, often featuring expert commentary or high-level analysis from regional insiders. The show stands out for its quick tempo, policy-focused lens, and sustained emphasis on Europe-wide perspectives, making it useful for listeners who want clear takeaways on how European decisions affect business, technology, and governance.

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1. Brussels Playbook Podcast
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4. The Europeans | European news, politics and culture
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Briefed launched 4 years ago and published 572 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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1. Sofia Corral Alonso
2. Flore Belin
3. Solène Molard
4. Andrés Rodríguez-Pose
5. Agnes Parent-Thirion
6. Antonio Paolo Russo
7. Adonis Igalas
8. Nikos Zorzos

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