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Inside Geneva

SWI swissinfo.ch
Gaza
United Nations
Human Rights
Ukraine
United States
Climate Change
Israel
Humanitarian Aid
World Health Organization
International Committee Of the Red Cross
International Law
Donald Trump
Afghanistan
Russia
International Criminal Court
Médecins Sans Frontières
Artificial Intelligence
Migration
Peace Agreements
Syria

Inside Geneva is a podcast about global politics, humanitarian issues, and international aid, hosted by journalist Imogen Foulkes. It is produced by SWI swissinfo.ch, a multilingual international public service media company from Switzerland.

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Budi Sadikin
Indonesia's health minister and former chief executive of the country's largest bank
Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia
Episode: WHO candidate Budi Sadikin: no country can fight a pandemic alone
Hanan Balkhy
Saudi Arabian pediatrician, infectious disease specialist and WHO Eastern Mediterranean regional director
World Health Organization
Episode: WHO candidate Hanan Balkhy: ‘The bottom line is that the funding is slimmer’
James Goldstone
Executive director of the Open Society Justice Initiative and former ICC and US federal prosecutor
Open Society Justice Initiative
Episode: Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
Philippe Bolopion
Executive director of Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
Richard Goldberg
Senior advisor at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
Kareema Banoon
Professor of International Law, University of Michigan Law School
University of Michigan Law School
Episode: Is Afghanistan guilty of gender apartheid?
Zarqa Yaftali
Afghan human rights defender, educator; works with Afghan women's rights organizations
Unknown in transcript (references to Zarqa/ Zarqa Yaftali)
Episode: Is Afghanistan guilty of gender apartheid?
Fereshta Abbasi
Afghan researcher with Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: Is Afghanistan guilty of gender apartheid?
Tatiana Molchan
Executive Secretary of the UNECE and Chair of the International Gender Platform
United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) / International Gender Champions
Episode: International Gender Champions speak out

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Imogen Foulkes
Host of Inside Geneva

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Deep insight

    A podcast that gives a look behind the curtain, made by insiders for both insiders and also people who know nothing about Geneva, international law or aid work.

    Important stories that don’t often get the coverage they deserve get it here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listeneringo
    Switzerland4 months ago
  • It’s not very good anymore

    Way too biased towards Geneva leftism. I live here and find this attitude annoying among many expats. This podcast is often just that mindset on loop. It’s a shame they can’t have a more interesting discussion rather than simply complaining that it’s not 2010 anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lrhhrl
    United States5 months ago
  • Very Informative

    Really great podcast, I like the discussions and updates about the United Nations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rodrigues774
    Australia2 years ago
  • the international aid business

    While there are some good people involved helping people who need help, one cannot deny that the IOs bring a large income to Geneva, especially for international conferences and meetings of governing bodies. There are times when Geneva hotels are booked solid and it’s hard to get a hotel. It is a large, unwieldy and self-perpetuating system and mandates are not always clear from the governing bodies and donors.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Applelaptoptoo
    United States2 years ago
  • Decent when on topic

    This is a good show when the convo is something that can’t be found elsewhere. I.e. Interviews with IO leadership, those in the field with the Red Cross, etc.

    It is quite poor when the show is trying to offer higher level analysis on Trump policy or the future of multilateralism. Rarely feels objective or insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lrhhrl
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Insiders' perspective on Geneva and aid work resonates with policy professionals.
High production quality and strong guest diversity draw thoughtful discussion.
Occasional perceived bias toward Geneva-centric viewpoints is noted by some listeners.

Chart Rankings

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

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#203
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#149
Switzerland/News/Politics
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#188
India/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#236
Indonesia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#245
Spain/News/Politics
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#246
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
Q: Are there other reasons, do you think, than fear that US service members might be prosecuted?
Goldstone says the administration objects to ICC investigations involving citizens of countries that have not ratified the Rome Statute, but points to US support for the ICC's actions against Vladimir Putin as an inconsistency.
Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
Q: Do you see a point that an evolved democracy could actually prosecute its own criminals?
Bolopion says the ICC intervenes only when national authorities are unable or unwilling to investigate and prosecute, and that this does not violate national sovereignty.
WHO candidate Hanan Balkhy: ‘The bottom line is that the funding is slimmer’
Q: The world's superpower, the United States has left. How are you going to fill that both political motivational gap and the funding? Or would you try and hug the US close and bring them back?
Balkhy says she would communicate with the United States and seek dialogue, while also improving WHO and UN efficiency, reducing overlap and recalibrating work in response to slimmer funding.
WHO candidate Hanan Balkhy: ‘The bottom line is that the funding is slimmer’
Q: What could you do as the new leader of the World Health Organization to encourage more respect for the fact that health workers are protected or should be protected in conflict zones and not killed, and that essential medical care, that's medicines as well as the workers, should be allowed to move freely?
Balkhy says the WHO director general should continue advocating for the security of healthcare facilities, workers, warehouses and ambulances, work with other UN entities, and demonstrate the consequences of attacks, including increased antimicrobial resistance and disease resurgence.
WHO candidate Budi Sadikin: no country can fight a pandemic alone
Q: What would you do to restore trust in the science?
He says the WHO must rebuild credibility and communicate through the channels people use, including short videos on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.

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What is Inside Geneva about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program consistently centers on international diplomacy, humanitarian aid, and global governance, drawing on expert guests from NGOs, international organizations, think tanks, and government bodies. Episodes frequently tackle the effectiveness of aid, humanitarian law, UN reform, press freedom, and conflict response, with on-the-ground anecdotes and policy analysis that illuminate how global systems operate and how civilians are affected. A standout aspect is the blend of practitioner experience with academic and legal insight, offering listeners a nuanced view of multilateral diplomacy and humanitarian action. The show tends to attract professionals in policy, journalism, and NGO work, while also engaging broader audiences interested ... more

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Recent guests on Inside Geneva include:

1. Budi Sadikin
2. Hanan Balkhy
3. James Goldstone
4. Philippe Bolopion
5. Richard Goldberg
6. Kareema Banoon
7. Zarqa Yaftali
8. Fereshta Abbasi

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