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Global Dispatches -- World News That Matters

Global Dispatches
United Nations
United States
China
Donald Trump
Ukraine
Russia
Iran
Climate Change
Trump Administration
Syria
Gaza
Sudan
Humanitarian Aid
Nuclear Weapons
Venezuela
Security Council
Haiti
Nigeria
Tanzania
Israel

The longest running independent international affairs podcast features in-depth interviews with policymakers, journalists and experts around the world who discuss global news, international relations, global development and key trends driving world affairs. Named by The Guardian as "a podcast to make you smarter," Global Dispatches is a podcast for people who crave a deeper understanding of intern... more

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Haiti's security crisis is deepening as armed gangs expand their control over territory and daily life, while a new UN-backed Gang Suppression Force begins to deploy amid major questions about whether it can actually reverse the country's descent int... more

The Iran war is spilling over into Yemen. And now, the country is on the verge of a full-blown civil war that could drag in Saudi Arabia, Iran — and potentially the United States.

Over the last several weeks, the Iran-backed Houthis and the Saudi-b... more

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Zambia's election is raising fresh questions about the country's democratic trajectory — even as its vast copper reserves make it increasingly important to the global economy and to strategic competition between the United States and China. In this e... more

Oman has long played one of the Middle East's most unusual diplomatic roles: maintaining close ties with rivals and quietly creating space for enemies to talk. Secret U.S.-Iran negotiations in Muscat helped pave the way for the 2015 nuclear deal, and... more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Parker
Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at Mercer University
Mercer University
Episode: Why Oman Could Be Crucial to Ending the Iran War
Kelsey Norman
Fellow for the Middle East and director of the Women's Rights, Human Rights, and Refugees Program at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy
Rice University—Baker Institute for Public Policy
Episode: Why Policies to Stop Migration Often Ends Up "Aiding Autocrats"
Carolyn Rodriguez-Birkett
Candidate for UN Secretary General; Guyana's Ambassador to the United Nations
Government of Guyana / UN Ambassador
Episode: UN Secretary General Candidate Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett
Vali Nasr
Iranian-American scholar and author
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: How Vali Nasr's Life Shaped His Understanding of Iran | From April 2017
Sarah Esten Maslin
Journalist focused on Latin America, contributor to The Economist
The Economist, freelancer
Episode: What Cuba's Doctors Reveal About U.S. Policy Toward Havana
Charles Lichfield
Economist at the Atlantic Council Geoeconomic Center
Atlantic Council Geoeconomic Center
Episode: Russia's War Economy Is Starting to Crack
Michael Hanna
US Program Director
International Crisis Group
Episode: What are the "Causes of Peace" Today? | Live from the Aspen Security Forum with the International Crisis Group
Ginger Jacobs
Senior Analyst for US Advocacy and Research
International Crisis Group
Episode: What are the "Causes of Peace" Today? | Live from the Aspen Security Forum with the International Crisis Group
Carl Skau
Acting Executive Director of the World Food Programme
World Food Programme
Episode: World Food Program Chief Carl Skau on the Perfect Storm Driving Up Global Food Prices

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Mark Leon Goldberg
Host of the show focused on international affairs; independent journalist and practitioner with deep ties to Global Dispatches and UN Dispatch.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 754 ratings
  • Another lefty political pod yawn

    Boring orange man bad

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    very funny and clever pod
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Disappointing liberal zionist partisan analysis

    I listened to the latest episode with Joel Braunold and actually disappointment underplays how I feel. Mark did not challenge any of the false analysis made by Braunold. This is despite easily sourced connections to zionist organisations and the state of israel. I thought this podcast upheld neutrality and independence but what we get are partisan skewed analyses. I’ve unfollowed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tioranta
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Word choice matters.

    Odd to say we should “celebrate” funding wars… the free world must be victorious, and might does not equal right - but what a weird choice of words to use in reference to war. However I’m guessing due to this opinion I’ll be labeled as a “far-right MAGA” ideologue, right?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Consumer04312
    United States2 years ago
  • Disappointingly Naive

    Only recently came to this podcast.

    So, this review is primarily a response to the podcast on the China-USA relationship, as evidenced by the proposed actions against TikTok.

    Will listen to more episodes in the future, hopefully with better insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Exasperatd
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent Africa analysis

    Its rare to find long form in depth reporting on events in Africa. This podcast regularly devotes entire episodes to African news and generally offers a good perspective for listeners who dont normally deep dive into it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DelCoTrash
    United States3 years ago

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Some critique occasional perceived bias; overall authority and depth are noted.
Listeners praise deep, nuanced international coverage with expert guests.
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#163
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#15
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#23
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Why Oman Could Be Crucial to Ending the Iran War
Q: So what I'm seeing from the unofficial English version of the Sultanate of Oman's foreign ministry statement, technical negotiations between the two countries would continue.
This line frames the current status as ongoing technical talks without fixed conclusions, underscoring that there are still unresolved issues even as momentum exists.
UN Secretary General Candidate Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett
Q: How would you differ in your approach to conflict mediation compared with other candidates?
I would base my approach on a deep understanding of each conflict's context, players, and influence, and I would focus on pragmatic, preventive action with a vision that keeps the big picture of protecting populations and fostering development.
UN Secretary General Candidate Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett
Q: From your Security Council experience, what shortfalls do you see that the Secretary General could help address?
The Secretary General should act as a neutral broker and use diplomacy to bridge differences among member states, ensuring that the Council's decisions translate into real, life-saving outcomes for people.
What Cuba's Doctors Reveal About U.S. Policy Toward Havana
Q: Can you explain how the visa-revocation tactic works in practice and which countries are most affected?
Officials from partner countries who negotiate contracts for Cuban doctors faced potential visa revocation, which led to many governments cutting back or ending their programs. Countries in the Caribbean and parts of Africa were notably affected as the tactic demonstrated the reach of US leverage over foreign staffing arrangements.
What Cuba's Doctors Reveal About U.S. Policy Toward Havana
Q: How has the Trump administration sought to impact and squeeze this medical missions program around the world?
The administration used coercive visa restrictions targeting officials involved in these programs to pressure countries to end or scale back participation. This approach aimed to disrupt the host countries' health programs and threaten their budgets, making it costly for governments to maintain Cuban doctors.

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A globally focused international affairs show that hosts in-depth conversations with policymakers, journalists, and academics, with a strong emphasis on global governance, diplomacy, conflict, and development. Recent episodes typically explore UN reform, migration policy, global health, and major geopolitical flashpoints through expert analysis and first-hand reporting. The program often features practitioners and researchers from think tanks, universities, and international organizations, delivering nuanced takes that move beyond headlines. A notable strength is the depth and variety of high-caliber guests, ranging from UN diplomats to crisis-prevention specialists, which makes it especially valuable for listeners who want actionable conte... more

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