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Inside Europe

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Ukraine
European Union
Russia
Hungary
Germany
Turkey
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France
Climate Change
Donald Trump
AFD
European Parliament Elections
Democracy
Greenland
Migration
Norway
Azerbaijan
Serbia
Georgia
Press Freedom

The original European current affairs podcast from Germany’s international broadcaster. Bringing you expert analysis and on-the ground reporting from the European capitals and beyond. Join host Kate Laycock and DW’s network of seasoned correspondents for your weekly dose of euro-politics and culture. Published every Thursday.

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Latest Episodes

A punishing week for Germany’s chancellor, Istanbul’s shipyards pivot from cereals to salvage, the UK plans a parliamentary hearing to establish why it kind of sucks at Eurovision and Oulu's climate clock keeps ticking.

DW's investigation into disposable agents and why Russia won't let some of its own soldiers find rest. Then: could Berlin soon be governed by The Left? As well as Turkey's crackdown against the LGBTQ+ community—and more.

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Veteran journalist Hans Pfeifer on covering the AfD and what might be next. Then: from Norway's popular monarchy and Russia’s struggling coal industry to a macabre Berlin opera and the Women’s Basketball World Cup.

The legacy of war criminal Ratko Mladic, and Icelanders reject EU entry talks. Also: Could the far-right AfD soon govern its first state? And why is an iconic moped part of its campaign? Plus, a data center special.

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Recent Guests

Matias Boehlinger
Investigations Chief
DW Investigations
Episode: Russia's salsa-dancing spy handler
Juliet Pineda
Investigative journalist
DW
Episode: Russia's salsa-dancing spy handler
Ilona Elezi
DW Albania Service journalist
DW Albania Service
Episode: Russia's salsa-dancing spy handler
Hans Pfeifer
DW political correspondent
DW
Episode: AfD debrief: after the election is before the election
Valerie Perry
Senior associate at the Democratization Policy Council think tank in Bosnia's capital, Sarajevo
Democratization Policy Council
Episode: The divisions that outlived war criminal Mladic in the Balkans
Sebastian Starcevich
EU politics reporter at Politico Europe
Politico Europe
Episode: Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?
Judith Kohlenberger
Migration researcher
Vienna University of Economics and Business
Episode: Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?
Annelies Finney
DW journalist
DW
Episode: Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?
Anna Breyer
Report author on fashion audits
Labour Behind the Label
Episode: Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?

Host

Kate Laycock
Host of Inside Europe; DW (Deutsche Welle) journalist and Europe-focused presenter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 822 ratings
  • Weak

    This podcast is a perfect representation of why Europe no longer has influence in the world

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    2
    holdenolive
    United Statesa month ago
  • very biased

    very biased. not worth listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    韓国の行末を憂う
    Japan8 months ago
  • Love the podcast

    Love this informative podcast. Don’t like Kate Laycock’s annoying voice. Will sadly be unsubscribing because of it :(

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    3
    sciencepyar
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful, relevant, topical

    Good journalism at its finest, human storytelling that almost anyone can appreciate. Keep up the good work 💚

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ari_Safari
    Australia2 years ago
  • Love it but have to say some things

    As a person in his early 20s from saudi, this podcast sounds pretty far-left to me. Anyways, I genuinely enjoy hearing different opinions than mine. I just wish they focus more on non-political topics like the food, music and cultural heritage in general.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    urBuddy_Abdulov
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for balanced, in-depth European coverage and strong on-the-ground reporting.
Some critics note perceived bias or voice/format preferences.
Many describe it as a reliable source for current European politics and culture, with high production quality.

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

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#53
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#218
Italy/News
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#239
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#243
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#18
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#29
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Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?
Q: Why does the Commission remain attractive to staff despite the challenges?
Pay, career opportunities, and the central role of the EU in decision-making attract many staff, even as workload and culture remain problematic.
Is the European Commission a toxic golden cage?
Q: I began by asking what led him to look beyond the Commission's polished image.
Sebastian Starcevich explains that ongoing reports and official statistics showed a pattern of harassment and burnout within the Commission, prompting deeper inquiry beyond its public facade.
Albania's Edi Rama on Inside Europe
Q: What is the status of privatization of public space in your transformation plan?
Rama argues there is no privatization of public space and rejects the accusation, asserting that the changes do not alter the substance and are aligned with European standards.
Cory Doctorow's digital jail-break
Q: Is enshitification simply capitalism or something deeper in how digital platforms operate?
Doctorow explains that the distinction is between rents and profits, arguing we are witnessing a shift where rents dominate due to control of platforms, data, and ecosystems, which reshapes incentives and harms competition.
Of Trump and Europe whisperers
Q: How would an artisanal approach to geopolitics differ from traditional strategic planning?
It would emphasize adaptive, incremental changes that repurpose existing institutions and skills to respond to rapid global shifts, rather than relying on grand, future-building plans that may no longer be relevant.

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This program offers in-depth analysis of European politics, policy, and culture through expert interviews, on-the-ground reporting, and cross-border context. Episodes routinely combine governance and civics with current events, security, digital rights, and energy transition, often featuring prominent policymakers, academics, journalists, and regional correspondents. A standout trait is its ability to thread complex policy debates with human-interest storytelling, delivering a nuanced, Europe-wide perspective that aims to inform both professionals and engaged casual listeners. The show is notable for its cross-continental sourcing, high-caliber guests, and a balanced newsroom voice that enthusiasts and sponsors may find compelling for cover... more

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2. Juliet Pineda
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5. Valerie Perry
6. Sebastian Starcevich
7. Judith Kohlenberger
8. Annelies Finney

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