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Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald

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Australia
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Iran
China
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Russia
Ukraine
Israel
Indonesia
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Gaza
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Taiwan
Syria
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Middle East
Munich Security Conference
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Ukraine Conflict

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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Britain is on its seventh prime minister in a decade, and the new one has inherited a fractured union. Can Andy Burnham govern a country many now call ungovernable?

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Reuters Editor-in-Chief Alessandra Galloni won't use the word "lie" when referring to Donald Trump, telling Global Roaming he instead "says things that are not true."

It's a careful answer from the woman running one of the world's biggest and most t... more

Sudan's war has entered its fourth year.

Drones are now striking schools, hospitals and fuel stations, and the world's largest humanitarian crisis keeps falling off the radar.

More than 13 million people have been displaced since fighting broke ou... more

Indonesian language teaching will be extinct in Australia by 2031, warns a parliamentary inquiry into Australia's Asian capability.

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Recent Guests

Victor Mallet
Senior Editor of World News at the Financial Times, author of Far Right France
Financial Times
Episode: Marine Le Pen and the French far-right are back
Robert Pape
Professor in the Department of Political Science
University of Chicago
Episode: Iran is done backing down. Is Trump's war now unwinnable?
Sam Wykes
Former professional rugby player, ABC Sport Pacific host
ABC Sport Pacific
Episode: Can rugby league keep China out of the pacific?
James Moropo
Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea
Government of Papua New Guinea
Episode: Can rugby league keep China out of the pacific?
Anat Saragusti
Director of Press Freedom at the Union of Journalists in Israel and peace activist; former war photographer and journalist
Union of Journalists in Israel
Episode: Has Israel entered a constitutional crisis? Netanyahu, the courts and a battle over press freedom
Amanda Hodge
Asia-Pacific correspondent for The Australian
The Australian
Episode: Will Indonesia's $44bn new city ever become the capital?
Alan Finkel
Former Chief Scientist of Australia and entrepreneur
Episode: Getting Lucky... Again: Alan Finkel - Fixing the Rocky Road to Net Zero
Lydia Khalil
Program Director of the Transnational Challenges Programme at the Lowy Institute, expert in transnational threats.
Lowy Institute
Episode: Getting Lucky... Again: Lydia Khalil - Tackling New Security Threats
Martin Luther King III
Tireless advocate for human rights, democracy, and equality
Episode: Does Martin Luther King III still have a dream?

Hosts

Geraldine Doogue
Co-host/Journalist, guiding interviews and introducing topics
Hamish Macdonald
Co-host/Journalist, guiding discussions and introducing guests
Latika Bourke
Co-host/Journalist, introduces episodes and guides interviews
Kylie Morris
Co-host/Journalist, joint episode introductions and guiding discussions

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 690 ratings
  • Hamish likes the sound of his own voice

    Hamish. You are not the messiah. You ego maniac.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nardi Numbat
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love the format

    Getting so much out of the new format and the new presenters. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kubow77
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great

    Intro music’s a bit self-important though

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solowoman07
    Australia3 months ago
  • The Lives Of Australian Diplomats

    Just three words:

    Over too soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia4 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
    Australia4 months ago

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Audiences value the balance of on-the-ground reporting and big-picture context.
Some critique the pacing or pacing of guest interruptions but overall view quality positively.
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Many appreciate the practical, world-events-focused analysis.

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#116
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#17
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#118
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#184
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#201
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#216
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Iran is done backing down. Is Trump's war now unwinnable?
Q: Professor Pape, what are the options for de-escalation for both the United States and Iran, and are there any options that don't involve capitulation?
De-escalation options have largely passed; the historical record suggests declaring victory and stopping the bombing could have worked earlier, but now containment and careful diplomacy are the remaining avenues, though domestic politics and misaligned incentives have made that extremely challenging.
Marine Le Pen and the French far-right are back
Q: What kind of support does Marine Le Pen currently hold in France?
Her party is now the most popular and Le Pen is among the most popular politicians; Bardella is a rising figure and the party has broadened its appeal beyond a traditional far-right base.
Has Israel entered a constitutional crisis? Netanyahu, the courts and a battle over press freedom
Q: What does this mean for the upcoming elections and the future of Israeli democracy?
She warns that the elections are existential, with polarization intensified by media control and judicial clashes, potentially eroding liberal democratic norms regardless of who wins.
Has Israel entered a constitutional crisis? Netanyahu, the courts and a battle over press freedom
Q: How does the Gaza coverage fit into this domestic media landscape?
Anat notes that coverage of Gaza has been uneven, with some outlets underrepresenting or constraining stories, which she frames as part of a broader effort to control the narrative.
Has Israel entered a constitutional crisis? Netanyahu, the courts and a battle over press freedom
Q: What would the implications be if Channel 13 were effectively silenced for Israeli media and democracy?
She argues that silencing Channel 13 would shrink the diversity of viewpoints, empower pro-government outlets, and undermine checks and balances at a moment of national tension and war.

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Globally focused, this program assembles seasoned journalists, diplomats, and policy experts to unpack major international events through a regional lens. Episodes routinely explore diplomacy, geopolitics, energy, and regional power dynamics with on-the-ground reporting, expert guests, and thoughtful debate. Notable strengths include a clear preference for practical context—from how diplomacy plays out in real time to the economics of energy transitions—and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives. Listeners likely value sharp analysis, diverse perspectives, and actionable takeaways for understanding world affairs from an Australian viewpoint.

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1. Victor Mallet
2. Robert Pape
3. Sam Wykes
4. James Moropo
5. Anat Saragusti
6. Amanda Hodge
7. Alan Finkel
8. Lydia Khalil

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