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Paul Adamson in conversation

Paul Adamson
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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

The journalist and author Dave Keating talks to Paul Adamson about his book 'The Owned Continent - How to Free Europe from American Military, Economic and Cultural Dependence'.

Aingeal O'Donoghue, Permanent Representative of Ireland to the European Union, talks to Paul Adamson about the key priorities of Ireland's upcoming presidency of the EU.

Philip Rycroft, Former Permanent Secretary at the Department for Exiting the European Union (DExEU), talks to Paul Adamson about the need for a long term vision of EU-UK cooperation.

Mark Leonard, Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations, talks to Paul Adamson about his new book 'Surviving Chaos - Geopolitics When The Rules Fail'.

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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'
Philippe Etienne
Former diplomat, advisor to President Emmanuel Macron, Sherpa; ambassador to the United States (2019-2023)
French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs; former ambassador to the United States
Episode: "The Sherpa: Memoirs of a Diplomat at the Forefront of History"
Glenn Micallef
Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport at the European Commission
European Commission
Episode: Intergenerational Fairness in EU Policy Making
Steve Erlanger
Chief Diplomatic Correspondent covering Europe for the New York Times
New York Times
Episode: Assessing Trump's Grip On Power
Patrizia Nanz
Professor Dr. Patrizia Nanz, president of the European University Institute
European University Institute
Episode: Reimagining Europe
Stanley Pignal
Charlemagne columnist on European affairs; Brussels Bureau Chief for The Economist
The Economist
Episode: The EU in the Changing World Order
Mujtaba Rahman
Managing Director Europe, Eurasia Group; Senior Visiting Fellow at LSE
Eurasia Group; London School of Economics
Episode: Europe's Main Challenges in 2026

Host

Paul Adamson
Host of the podcast series and founder of Encompass; conducts conversations with personalities on EU and global affairs

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

Long-form format is valued for depth, though some episodes feel dense for casual listeners.
Listeners appreciate the expert guest rosters and informed discussions on EU policy.
Audio quality is sometimes uneven, especially the host's mic levels.
The conversations offer useful, behind-the-scenes insight into European diplomacy and governance.

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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.
Europe's Strategic Future
Q: Would you consider accepting the Commission presidency again if given the chance?
He indicates he would make the same choice today, highlighting his passion for Europe and the belief that his leadership was needed to represent common European views.
Europe's Strategic Future
Q: Given that you had a day job as Prime Minister, what was going on in your mind when you finally accepted the position as President of the European Commission?
Barroso explains that acceptance came with conditions and a belief that a consensus across member states could be maintained, underscoring his sense of duty to Europe and his concern about ensuring coalition stability.
The EU in the Changing World Order
Q: How autonomous can Europe realistically become from the United States in the coming decade?
Europe will need to become more autonomous over 5–15 years, reducing dependencies in defense, technology, and finance, but in the near term it will still rely on the United States for critical capabilities like intelligence and satellites while working to diversify and deepen internal capabilities.
The EU in the Changing World Order
Q: What is the state of the Brussels–member state dynamic in a time of heightened external pressure?
Brussels is in a better place than in 2012, but the alliance between member states and EU institutions remains a constant negotiation, with core tensions around sovereignty, fiefdoms, and how fast to push reforms, especially in energy, defense, and market integration.

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A thoughtful, long-form interview series centered on European Union politics, geopolitics, and policy. Conversations frequently explore UK–EU relations, European strategic autonomy, diplomacy, and global governance, often featuring veteran policymakers, journalists, and scholars. Episodes are marked by hard-hitting questions, nuanced analysis, and practical takeaways for listeners who follow EU affairs, international diplomacy, and public policy. A notable strength is the host's ability to draw out inside perspectives from high-profile guests, blending historical context with contemporary challenges in Europe and its role globally.

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