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Inside Geneva

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Gaza
United Nations
Human Rights
Ukraine
United States
Climate Change
Israel
Humanitarian Aid
International Committee Of the Red Cross
International Law
Donald Trump
Russia
Afghanistan
Médecins Sans Frontières
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Artificial Intelligence
Migration
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Syria
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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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On Inside Geneva this week, we look at the race to be the next UN Secretary-General. Is it time for a change?

Susana Malcorra, candidate for UN Secretary-General 2016: 'I am deeply convinced this is a moment that requires a differe... more

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On our Inside Geneva podcast this week, we host a debate on a key question: what’s the point of foreign aid?

“What’s the point of mobilising taxpayers’ money and sending it to faraway countries to assist vulnerable people? And how ... more

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On this week's Inside Geneva podcast episode, we take stock of aid cuts and what they mean for new crises such as Ebola.

“It is a catastrophe. It is not an opportunity. But now we have an obligation to transform the system: there’s... more

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On Inside Geneva, we look at weapons contamination and the harm it causes.

“We have at least one casualty every single day in Afghanistan – someone killed or injured –and it is most likely a child,” says Nick Pond, from the UN Assi... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Lockyear
Former Secretary General of MSF, Fellow at Geneva Center for Security Policy
MSF; Geneva Center for Security Policy
Episode: What’s the point of foreign aid?
Ambassador Dike Potsl
Ambassador to the UN in Geneva from the European Union
European Union
Episode: What’s the point of foreign aid?
Jacqueline Lee
Graduate student at the Graduate Institute, international development
Graduate Institute
Episode: What’s the point of foreign aid?
Gilles Carbonnier
Formerly with the International Committee of the Red Cross, professor at the Graduate Institute
Graduate Institute; ICRC
Episode: What’s the point of foreign aid?
Karl Blanchet
Professor of Medicine, director of the Geneva Center of Humanitarian Studies
University of Geneva
Episode: Is aid failing?
Esperanza Martinez
Medical doctor and humanitarian worker
Australian National University (former ICRC)
Episode: Is aid failing?
Hannah Reinl
Project manager at the International Gender Champions Secretariat
International Gender Champions
Episode: Is aid failing?
Nicholas Enrich
Former USAID official; author of Into the Wood Chipper
Books highlighting USAID history
Episode: Is aid failing?
Nick Pond
Chief of the Mine Action Section in UNAMA (UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan)
UNAMA
Episode: Who controls landmines and drones?

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Imogen Foulkes
Host of Inside Geneva

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • 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 States16 days ago
  • Very Informative

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rodrigues774
    Australiaa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago
  • Excellent podcast on international Geneva

    Fantastic production for more background on international Geneva.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    secure_pas
    Switzerland4 years ago

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Thoughtful coverage of UN and humanitarian issues
High-quality, in-depth conversations with global experts
Can feel uneven when covering broader political debates

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#57
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#66
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#114
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Apple Podcasts
#168
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#215
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Who controls landmines and drones?
Q: Do you see that clearing mines will simply be followed by new technologies replacing old ones, like drones posing similar ethical problems?
Yes, the panelists argue that as long as new weapon systems exist, there will be a need to adapt treaties and training, especially given drone proliferation and AI-informed targeting which current conventions inadequately address.
Who controls landmines and drones?
Q: Okay. So you said that unilateral disarmament is a strategy you don't really subscribe to. But on a practical level, would landmines actually help your security?
Military experts in Estonia currently see no utility for landmines in defense as of now, but acknowledge that policy could change; the broader point is that other tools and deterrence strategies are preferred, while remaining vigilant about potential shifts in threat perception.
Inside Geneva: women in peace
Q: How do we define peace, and is it more than simply the absence of violence?
Peace is defined as a broader, inclusive process that encompasses not only reducing violence but also establishing governance, dignity, and legitimate institutions that people can trust, with a clear emphasis on meaningful participation by women and civil society.
Peace talks but the war grinds on
Q: What are you hoping for, for 2026?
Hoping for peace and an end to the unjustified suffering in Ukraine.
Peace talks but the war grinds on
Q: How are the people you work with going to be able to do that?
Many will be able to celebrate with family, but they will also be separated from loved ones who have been displaced or are refugees.

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This show concentrates on global politics, humanitarian issues, and international aid, with in-depth conversations about the UN, multilateral diplomacy, human rights, and the challenges of war zones. Episodes frequently feature field reporting from Geneva-based international organizations, high-level policymakers, journalists, and NGO leaders, offering practical insights on accountability, peace processes, and the interplay between policy and on-the-ground relief. Highlighted through drones and weapons governance, press freedom, and gender-inclusive peacebuilding, the show tends to attract professionals and readers who want nuanced, globally minded analysis and expert perspectives from Geneva's international ecosystem.

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Recent guests on Inside Geneva include:

1. Chris Lockyear
2. Ambassador Dike Potsl
3. Jacqueline Lee
4. Gilles Carbonnier
5. Karl Blanchet
6. Esperanza Martinez
7. Hannah Reinl
8. Nicholas Enrich

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