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Paul Adamson in conversation

Paul Adamson
European Union
United States
Brexit
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United Kingdom
Donald J. Trump
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Hi. I’m Paul Adamson, the founder of Encompass, an online magazine about the European Union and its place in the world and, through also our podcasts and live events, a space for discussion and debate. These podcasts are me “in conversation with” personalities that I think have interesting things to say. They are deliberately informal and are designed to be illuminating as well as, hopefully, ente... more

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Latest Episodes

Bruce Stokes, Visiting Senior Fellow at the GMF (German Marshall Fund) talks to Paul Adamson about the upcoming mid-term elections in the U.S., American politics after Trump and the future direction of transatlantic relations.

The President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, talks to Paul Adamson, about the European Parliament's influence in the EU decision making process.

Henry Foy, Financial Times Brussels Bureau Chief, talks to Paul Adamson about Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union 2026 address to the European Parliament

Brando Benifei MEP, Co-rapporteur on the EU AI Act and Chair of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with the US, talks to Paul Adamson about AI regulation, technological sovereignty and the state of transatlantic relations.

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Recent Guests

Roberta Metsola
President of the European Parliament
European Parliament
Episode: Increasing the European Parliament's influence
Henry Foy
Financial Times Brussels Bureau Chief
Financial Times
Episode: The State of the Union and Ursula von der Leyen
Brando Benifei
Italian MEP, coordinator in the Committee on International Trade, chair of the European Parliament's Delegation for Relations with the United States
European Parliament
Episode: AI regulation, technological sovereignty and the state of EU-US relations
David Shukman
Former BBC science editor, author
BBC
Episode: 'The Response: A Story of Fire and Flood in Britain's New World of Extremes'
Dave Keating
American-European journalist and author
Brussels correspondent, France 24; author of The Owned Continent
Episode: 'The Owned Continent - How to Free Europe from American Military, Economic and Cultural Dependence'
Aingeal O'Donoghue
Ireland's permanent representative to the European Union since August 2023
Republic of Ireland–EU relations
Episode: Key Priorities of Ireland's Upcoming Presidency of the EU
Philip Rycroft
Former Permanent Secretary at the UK Department for Exiting the European Union (DExEU); credible expert on Brexit with government experience
Former UK civil service leadership on Brexit
Episode: Making the Case for the UK to Rejoin the EU
Mark Leonard
Co-founder and director of the European Council on Foreign Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: 'Surviving Chaos - Geopolitics When The Rules Fail'
John Kampfner
Award-winning author, broadcaster, foreign affairs commentator
Author of Braver New World, former editor of The New Statesman
Episode: 'Braver New World: The Countries Daring To Do Things Others Won't'

Host

Paul Adamson
Host of the podcast series and founder of Encompass; frequently introduces and guides the discussion.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great podcast for Europewatchers

    I have enjoyed and learnt a lot from listening to this podcast. The speakers are often eminent experts on current affairs and European politics.

    My only request for improvement would be a higher quality of audio for the main speaker, Paul Adamson. His audio is often slightly distorted.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BASSSEX
    United States6 years ago
  • Smart and informative

    Always an interesting, informative chat. Perhaps a little dry and the sound is sub par, but worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Matt K 86
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Great insights!

    I love this podcast, thanks so much for the good work! (sometmes the sound quality could be better--seems very loud for the jingle in the beginning, than suddenly a lot softer?)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hallo Sudoku
    Germany9 years ago

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Episodes are informative and well-structured, appealing to policy professionals and Europe-watchers.
Sound quality is occasionally a concern, especially for the host's mic.
Guests are often eminent experts on current affairs and European politics.
The host and guests provide thoughtful, in-depth analysis rather than surface-level commentary.

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Key Priorities of Ireland's Upcoming Presidency of the EU
Q: What is Ireland's approach to public engagement during the presidency?
There is a comprehensive outreach plan including county-by-county programs, involvement of schools, and public consultations to ensure citizens feel ownership of the presidency and understand how EU actions affect them.
Key Priorities of Ireland's Upcoming Presidency of the EU
Q: How does the new MFF differ from previous cycles and what challenges does that pose?
The new MFF is structured differently, combining programs under three main pillars plus admin costs; the challenge lies in determining the scale of funding and the exact sources of that funding, with negotiations moving from structure to numbers.
Key Priorities of Ireland's Upcoming Presidency of the EU
Q: If you were to think of maybe three top priorities, even if they're not formally confirmed yet, what would they be?
The priorities are framed around three pillars—competitiveness, values, and security—tied together by the new MFF and Ukraine, with detailed planning aimed at delivering by 2026 and implementing programs by 2028.
The State of the Union and Ursula von der Leyen
Q: So broad picture stuff, helicopter vision, how did you find yesterday's event?
Henry responded that von der Leyen delivered the usual big announcements and presented herself as a leader at the vanguard, but the speech also carried a sober, sometimes dark tone with a careful balance of ambition and risk, reflecting Europe's current challenges. He highlighted the geopolitical tour de table nature of the address and the emphasis on where Europe stands today.
Europe's Strategic Future
Q: Is the current issue of EU budget and seven-year financial framework still a significant concern for advancing European strategic objectives?
He confirms the budget remains a critical constraint and emphasizes the need for greater ambition and improved decision-making to match Europe's strategic needs.

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This show features in-depth conversations with prominent policymakers, diplomats, journalists, and think-tank voices centered on European Union affairs, geopolitics, and global governance. Episodes often explore Brexit, EU strategy, transatlantic relations, and Europe's role in a changing world, with a mix of candid analysis, historical context, and practical policy takeaways. Noteworthy is the host's informal, interview-driven style that draws on a wide range of high-profile guests to illuminate complex topics for a policy-leaning audience. The format tends to favor long-form discussions that unpack strategic issues, making it valuable for listeners who want nuanced perspectives from insiders and analysts, as well as opportunities for gues... more

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