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Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald

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A war breaks out, a leader emerges, a revolution unfolds. How did it happen, and what are the implications for you? Award-winning journalists Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald are joined by two new hosts, former foreign correspondent Kylie Morris and journalist Latika Bourke in London. Every day, they'll be discussing the biggest world events and how to make of sense of them. Along with expert... more

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Dr. Mark Acrofi
Research fellow for the African Institute for Sustainable Energy; consultant for UNU-INR Africa
African Institute for Sustainable Energy; United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa
Episode: Africa's population is about to double. Who will power it?
Jose Dalasey Jr.
Author, poet, columnist; political columnist detained under martial law
Philippine Star; academic
Episode: Philippines' 'Game of Thrones': Senate moves to impeach the Vice President
William Sabanda
Senior Advisor on Renewable Energy, Ministry of Energy, Indonesia; built Jakarta's Metro
Indonesian Ministry of Energy; Jakarta Metro
Episode: Indonesia has high speed rail. How come Australia can't get there?
Dean Vlaetich
Eurovision academic and commentator, author of Post-War Europe and the Eurovision Song Contest
University/academic circles (Vienna-based) and Eurovision scholarship
Episode: Australia's Delta advances, but who's missing from this Eurovision?
Zoe Liu
Senior Fellow for China Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations; expert on Chinese economy and foreign policy
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Enter the "dealmaker": Donald Trump in Beijing
Kirsty Needham
AFP journalist, Australia Pacific correspondent
AFP
Episode: What the world needs now: a Trump-Xi summit free of fireworks
Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Channel 4 UK presenter, host of Ways to Change the World podcast
Channel 4 UK
Episode: Populist Britain: Is two-party politics over in the UK?
Laksmi Pamuntiak
One of Indonesia's leading literary lights; novelist and poet
Indonesian writer and critic
Episode: Indonesia Rising: What does it mean to be Indonesian?
Terry Van Haren
Vice President of DroneShield, head of strategy
DroneShield
Episode: Is Australia ready for drone warfare?

Hosts

Hamish Macdonald
Co-host with extensive background in global affairs and on-site reporting
Geraldine Doogue
Co-host with long-standing experience in international journalism and public affairs
Kylie Morris
Co-host / on-site journalist contributing to international coverage
Latika Bourke
Co-host focused on international reporting and analysis

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 666 ratings
  • Great

    Intro music’s a bit self-important though

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solowoman07
    Australia21 days ago
  • The Lives Of Australian Diplomats

    Just three words:

    Over too soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia2 months ago
  • A great mix of hosts

    Diversity of views, experience and backgrounds but united in professional enthusiasm for their craft. Perfect for today’s current affairs world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Orble the Old
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love the drama of the new music.

    Matches the urgency of our times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia2 months ago
  • Stop interrupting

    Please stop interrupting the guests. Let them finish!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TRHIDA
    Australia2 months ago

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Hosts deliver global context with clear, accessible analysis.
Some episodes attract polarized feedback on guest choices or framing.
A strong roster of informed guests and sharp questioning.
Listeners praise the show's breadth of perspectives and rigorous discussion of geopolitics.

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#131
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Apple Podcasts
#18
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Apple Podcasts
#152
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Africa's population is about to double. Who will power it?
Q: Tell us what's going on.
Dr. Mark Acrofi explains that Africa's renewable energy uptake—especially solar—has accelerated due to supply chain disruptions in fossil fuels, with Africa aiming to leapfrog pollution-heavy energy paths and pursue more locally owned energy transitions, though financing remains heavily external and governance issues persist.
Philippines' 'Game of Thrones': Senate moves to impeach the Vice President
Q: José, is it possible that this long running dispute between the Dutertes and the Marcoses could lead to a breakup of the Philippines?
The guest notes that Mindanao secessionist sentiment and regional power dynamics have always lurked as options, but for now the practical influence hinges on how the two dynasties wield their blocs and the international community's response, with the potential for disruption but also for cautious stabilization depending on leadership choices.
'If you're weak you'll get invaded': Poland prepares for war with Russia
Q: Minister, why is Poland focusing so intensely on Asia Pacific relations and how does that fit into European defence planning?
Bartoszewski explains threefold: he heads the Asia Pacific desk, manages Poland's diaspora relations, and oversees policies toward the Polish Jewish diaspora, arguing cooperation with Asia Pacific partners is essential to counter shared security challenges and to diversify strategic partnerships.
Is the Iran war supercharging the energy transition?
Q: What are those harder decisions, Dani, and how much would they cost?
Harder decisions involve accelerating transport electrification, expanding electrification incentives, and ensuring electricity supply can meet demand as the grid shifts; costs are context-specific but the focus should be on leveraging existing policy tools (like novated leases for EVs) and scaling up investments in clean fuels and infrastructure to drive decarbonisation without compromising energy security.
Is the Iran war supercharging the energy transition?
Q: Dani, how viable is a complete electrification of our economies for those who don't include nuclear in the mix?
Electrification can be pursued aggressively, supported by rapid deployment of renewables, modern grid infrastructure, and policy measures; while nuclear can be a part of the mix in some regions, the immediate path in many markets is to accelerate electricity-based decarbonisation and use complementary low-emission options for hard-to-electrify sectors, all while keeping an eye on supply security and timelines.

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2. Jose Dalasey Jr.
3. William Sabanda
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5. Zoe Liu
6. Kirsty Needham
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