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Tough decisions rattle us all to the core. But for our guests on One Decision— the choices they are up against can also shape history. No pressure! They take us through all of their doubts, emotions and—sometimes unexpected--consequences. A fresh take on foreign policy. Hear the former head of Mi6, Sir Richard Dearlove alongside international journalists as they analyse, interview, and discuss.

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When a former CIA officer and the ex-Chief of MI6 agree something is coming — pay attention. This week, Sir Richard Dearlove, former Chief of MI6, and guest co-host Baroness Ayesha Hazarika are joined by Mike Baker, a former CIA covert operations off... more

The U.S. Supreme Court just struck down President Trump's reciprocal tariffs — so what happens next? Former MI6 Chief Sir Richard Dearlove and Baroness Ayesha Hazarika break down Trump's options to reimpose his tariff regime, what it means for trade ... more

Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public life, and not for his alleged behavior toward women. He is the first member of the British royal family to be detained since King Charles I was taken prisoner ... more

Is 2026 China's window to “reunite” Taiwan? With Trump’s muted position on Taiwan and focus on the Western Hemisphere, China experts see a "perfect storm" of opportunity. Yun Sun, Ph.D., Director of the China Program at the Stimson Center, explains ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Baker
Former CIA covert operations officer
Host of The President's Daily Brief
Episode: Four Years of Ukraine War, No End In Sight: Ex-CIA officer Mike Baker Assesses Risks
Yun Sun
Senior fellow and director of the China program at the Stimson Center, and a non-resident fellow at the Brookings Institute.
Stimson Center
Episode: Will China Invade Taiwan in 2026? Expert's New Insight Reveals "Perfect Storm"
Michael Allen
Managing Director at Beacon Global Strategies and co-host of the podcast NatSec Matters
Beacon Global Strategies
Episode: Assessing Trump's Iran Strategy and the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations with Michael Allen
Rasmus Jarlov
Chair of the Defence Committee in the Danish Parliament
Danish Parliament
Episode: "I Don't Know If the U.S. Would Defend Us" | Denmark Defense Committee Chair on NATO
John Feeley
Former U.S. Ambassador to Panama from 2015 to 2018
Episode: Trump's Power Play: Ex-Ambassador On What's Really Happening in Venezuela, Cuba, and the Panama Canal
Dr. Anthony Vinci
Former Chief Technology Officer and Associate Director of Capabilities at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Episode: Why AI Is Making Espionage Much More Dangerous
Philip Gordon
Former National Security Advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris
Episode: Trump's Venezuela Raid. A Warning for Europe
Sabrina Singh
Former Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary and special assistant to President Biden
U.S. Department of Defense
Episode: A Year in Review: Foreign Policy in 2025
Jim Sciutto
Chief National Security Analyst and Reporter for CNN
CNN
Episode: A Year in Review: Foreign Policy in 2025

Hosts

Christina Ruffini
Co-host and journalist, providing analysis and insights into international affairs and policy discussions.
Sir Richard Dearlove
Co-host and former head of MI6, bringing deep expertise and perspectives on global security and intelligence matters.
Kate McCann
Co-host and journalist, contributing detailed analysis on political and historical contexts in global affairs.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 492 ratings
  • Unreasonably biased

    I used to enjoy the podcast, but lately it has become so biased and pro Trump that it saddens me to hear Sir Dearlove speak.

    The podcast is no longer an unbiased honest look at world events, but has turned into a “what Trump does is never really wrong. “ That concerns me a lot and that makes me not want to listen. A real shame…

    Apple Podcasts
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    Anonymous101v
    Denmark5 days ago
  • Dearlove increasingly political/odd

    I’m starting to find the barely concealed political radicalisation of Sir Richard Dearlove ruins the show, which I’d previously enjoyed. Openly pro-Brexit and pro-Trump but in a way that minimises the negative impacts of either of those populist projects as if no one should think it matters for national security. Why don’t the Greenlanders just take cash from Trump to become a US colony? Why is everyone talking about sovereignty? Surely as an ardent Brexiteer he should value the rights to self-d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TTAMarshall
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • US & Greenland

    Sir Richard, is completely off concerning Greenland, more or less green lighting US annexation ignoring obvious facts.

    US can build and increase its bases in Greenland without needing approval from Denmark under the current treaties that US signed. They are also free to invest in mining.

    So why the need to own it for “psychological reasons” as Trump states?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mr.T0MAS
    Denmark2 months ago
  • Balanced?

    Hallo, I listen to the show to try and get a plurality of views. I feel I must protest, however, when Sir Richard’s hurt feelings from the Brexit debacle cause him to take a pop at the BBC for some perceived historical hurt. Surely as an intelligence specialist he understands that when the preponderance of evidence is on one side of an argument the reporting becomes different as the only people on the other tend to have extreme views c.f. The climate emergency

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    A Prop’s View
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • No credibility

    Very right wing, Dearlove lives in a different century. I used to be a fan of Kate but lately I’ve started thinking she’d be more at home on GB News.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stevibee
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some criticism arises regarding perceived bias from hosts, specifically around political viewpoints, which might frustrate certain audience segments.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and credibility of guests, often feeling more informed after each episode.
The unique blend of expert insights and the discussion of real-world implications make it a valuable resource for understanding complex international issues.

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

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#69
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#188
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#55
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#55
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#113
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#168
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Trump's Tariff Plan Just Got Struck Down. What Now? | In Brief
Q: How do you think this Board of Peace is going to play out?
It's typical Trump to grandiosely title the initiative, which raises questions about undermining the UN's importance.
Trump's Tariff Plan Just Got Struck Down. What Now? | In Brief
Q: What do ordinary people think about tariffs?
The tariff issue will have local impacts in areas where there is support or opposition, but it may not contribute to a general movement across the country.
Assessing Trump's Iran Strategy and the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations with Michael Allen
Q: What's going on with the war and Russia's economy?
In the medium term, the Russian economy will be wrecked.
Assessing Trump's Iran Strategy and the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations with Michael Allen
Q: Do you think that they would mount a direct attack to try and knock the regime over?
I think the Israelis, if they had a shot at the Supreme Leader, would take it.
Assessing Trump's Iran Strategy and the Russia-Ukraine Negotiations with Michael Allen
Q: I'm curious, Michael, what you sort of make of this visit by the Prime Minister, why he's coming now?
He's coming with the express purpose of trying to make sure that President Trump does not strike a deal with the Iranians.

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2. Yun Sun
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4. Rasmus Jarlov
5. John Feeley
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7. Philip Gordon
8. Sabrina Singh

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