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Mark Leonard's World in 30 Minutes

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Weekly podcast on the events, policies and ideas that will shape the world.World in 30 minutes is curated by Mark Leonard, Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), and features top-level speakers from across the EU and beyond to debate and discuss Europe’s role in the world. It was awarded “Best podcasts on EU politics” by PolicyLab in 2019.Member of the EuroPod network.

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This week, Mark Leonard is joined by Hugh Lovatt, senior policy fellow at ECFR, to unpack a turbulent summer in Israel and the Palestinian territories. While Palestinian factions in Gaza have agreed in principle to decommission their weapons , the pr... more

This week, Mark Leonard is joined by Janka Oertel, director of ECFR’s DARE* initiative, and Andrew Small, head of ECFR’s Asia programme, to examine the growing impact of the “China shock 2.0” on Germany and Europe. 

A new wave of Chinese competition... more

This week, Mark Leonard is joined by Jörg Lau, international correspondent at Die Zeit and Jana Puglierin, head of ECFR’s Berlin office, to explore the political turmoil in Germany ahead of an electoral autumn. Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government ... more

This week, Mark Leonard is joined by Adriana Abdenur, a Brazilian policy expert and co-president of the Global Fund for a New Economy, and Jorge Castañeda, former foreign minister of Mexico and professor at Sciences Po, to explore debates about devel... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Small
Head of ECFR's Asia program
European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)
Episode: Germany’s second China shock
Janka Oertel
Distinguished Policy Fellow at ECFR, runs DARE initiative
European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR)
Episode: Germany’s second China shock
Jana Puglierin
Head of ECFR's office in Berlin and senior policy fellow at ECFR
ECFR
Episode: Political crisis in Germany
Jörg Lau
International correspondent for Die Zeit
Die Zeit
Episode: Political crisis in Germany
Adriana Abdenur
Brazilian policy expert, co-president of the Global Fund for a New Economy
Global Fund for a New Economy
Episode: Latin America’s new imaginaries
Jorge Castañeda Gutman
Former Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico (2000-2003), professor
Sciences Po, Paris
Episode: Latin America’s new imaginaries
Chelsea Nguyen
Research fellow in the Department of International History
London School of Economics (LSE)
Episode: Defining Modernity in South-East Asia
Kee Beng
Political historian, writer, executive director
Penang Institute
Episode: Defining Modernity in South-East Asia
LuHan Gabel
Associate director of the Ideas Workshop
Open Society Foundations
Episode: Defining Modernity in South-East Asia

Host

Mark Leonard
Host of World in 30 Minutes; Director of ECFR

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 607 ratings
  • How did The World in 30 Minutes become Surviving Chaos

    I have seen people like Ross Barkan shamelessly plug their books on Substack and others like John Ganz pitch theirs more subtly. But Mark Leonard has commandeered his own podcast to turn it (at least in recent episodes) into a sales platform for his latest book. It has affected his choice of guests as well because it then becomes a backdoor for amping up his book sales. There are references to his book throughout the conversations with his guests. As to the quality of the discussions on question... more

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    sidneyhart
    United States3 months ago
  • Super smart and useful

    Always interesting and deep. Good job Jeremy this week! I am a fan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yvesTT
    Canada10 months ago
  • Gladden Pappin interview

    Another excellent podcast in your terrific summer series on right wing politics. The guests have been very well chosen and have provided really informative perspectives. I’m not sure why Mark‘s questions all had echoes while Pappin’s didn’t but that’s a minor quibble. Everything was clear and understandable. I look forward to further podcasts on the subject of the right, whether in the summer series or not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom4362
    United Statesa year ago
  • An absolute must

    Brilliant podcast on the challenges of classical liberalism from the right

    - great intro by Mark Leonard & Ivan Krastev on the current situation, where liberalism is currently under pressure from a conceptual view point and the need to hear the perspective from the non-liberal conservative side

    - great, very civil exchanges with conservative thinkers who are able to explain where they are coming from and fully articulate their cases in a way which leaves room for the audience to make up their mi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antoine_K&K
    Francea year ago
  • Excellent discussion!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ceesked
    a year ago

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Listeners praise the show for thoughtful, high-level policy discussions and well-chosen guests.
Audience appreciates European-centric geopolitical analysis presented concisely, with bookshelf recommendations valued by many.
Audio quality and host interview technique are frequent points of feedback, with some episodes criticized for sound issues.

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#209
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#69
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#130
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#198
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#235
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#246
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Talking Points

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The rise of populism
Q: What should mainstream politics do differently on message and policy?
Mainstream politics should be forensic in targeting voters, address the five core needs of populist voters (economic security, optimism, community, dispossession, and discontent with politics), and build a cohesive civic strategy that strengthens social capital and pluralism.
The rise of populism
Q: Why are populists winning and how can mainstream parties respond?
Populists win by appealing to financially stressed voters with a narrative of national renewal, blame-shifting towards outsiders, and a sense of crisis; mainstream parties must tell a bold, optimistic story, invest in local communities and public services, and denounce vested interests while pursuing inclusive, pro-democracy reforms.
How progress ends
Q: How worried do you think people should be about AI stealing their jobs?
The guest notes that while automation threats exist, the more immediate risk is a shift in the nature of work and the need for verification and adaptation; knowledge work and services may be exposed in new ways, but human oversight and the regulatory environment will shape the pace and distribution of job displacement.
How progress ends
Q: Can you tell us a bit about what lay behind this book and why you think we're at this turning point which led you to write a book with such a dramatic title, The End of Progress?
The guest explains that the central aim is to challenge the inevitability narrative of progress, arguing that AI and related dynamics could diverge from a simple productivity boom due to regulation, structure, and institutional choices; progress is not guaranteed to continue unabated, and the trajectory depends on how societies manage innovation and policy.
The future of liberalism
Q: Before we go into the meat of your ideas, can you talk a little about your intellectual journey and the thinkers that influenced you?
Yarvin outlines a progression from libertarianism and Austrian economics to a broader critique of liberal structures, drawing on Carlyle, Plato, and others to argue that external 'cavities' of information and power shape modern governance more than formal institutions.

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What is Mark Leonard's World in 30 Minutes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, expect high-level geopolitical analysis, with a focus on European policy, global power dynamics, and the evolving role of Europe on the world stage. Conversations frequently center on foreign policy, security, regional diplomacy, and how big-global trends—like US-China relations, NATO, and regional alignments—shape Europe's choices. Notable strengths include access to ECFR experts and seasoned policymakers, plus a clear emphasis on pragmatic, policy-oriented discussion. Potential listeners who enjoy concise, idea-forward briefings with smart guests from think tanks, government, and academia will likely find it valuable, especially those tracking Europe's stance in global affairs. A recurring plus is a bookshelf or reading l... more

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5. Adriana Abdenur
6. Jorge Castañeda Gutman
7. Chelsea Nguyen
8. Kee Beng

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