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EU Confidential

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EU Confidential is a weekly European news and politics podcast published every Friday by POLITICO Europe. Each 30-minute episode features POLITICO’s analysis of the top stories driving EU politics, as well as notable guests shaping European policy and deep-dive stories from around the Continent. It’s hosted by Sarah Wheaton, POLITICO’s chief policy correspondent, who is joined by reporters from ar... more

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Latest Episodes

French President Emmanuel Macron has gone from “Mr. Europe” eight years ago to the solitary man by the Seine. At the same time, ex-German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s legacy is also going through a sudden and sharp downgrade. How did these centrist pil... more

While the French government collapses in Paris, Ursula von der Leyen stands unshaken in Strasbourg.

It’s been a week of political tremors — some performative, others seismic. Just three months after facing her first motion of censure, the European C... more

What do Donald Trump’s culture war, Moldova’s EU ambitions, and Czechia’s upcoming parliamentary election have in common? They all reveal how Europe is being tested — and sometimes humiliated.

In this episode of EU Confidential, host Sarah Wheaton s... more

Trump says Ukraine can win — but should Europe believe him?

At a hectic U.N. General Assembly in New York, U.S. President Donald Trump stunned world leaders with a dramatic rhetorical reversal on the war in Ukraine, mocking Russia as a “paper tiger”... more

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Paweł Zerka
Senior Policy Fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Humiliating Europe: Trump’s culture war and the EU’s response
Anna Shavit
Political marketing scholar and expert on Czech election campaigns
Charles University
Episode: Humiliating Europe: Trump’s culture war and the EU’s response
Gabriel Gavin
POLITICO reporter covering elections in Moldova
POLITICO Europe
Episode: Humiliating Europe: Trump’s culture war and the EU’s response
Edgars Rinkēvičs
President of Latvia
Latvia
Episode: Escalating trouble – Trump takes on the UN and Europe
Alexander Van der Bellen
President of Austria
Austria
Episode: Escalating trouble – Trump takes on the UN and Europe
Věra Jourová
Former European Commission Vice President and current vice rector at Charles University
Charles University
Episode: Jourová’s secrets and Putin’s drone tests
Arancha González Laya
Veteran trade negotiator, former Spanish Foreign Minister, and Dean of the Paris School of International Affairs at Sciences Po
Paris School of International Affairs
Episode: Limping through the Trump era: Can Europe lead again?
Joseph Stiglitz
Nobel Prize-winning economist
Episode: Limping through the Trump era: Can Europe lead again?
Sabine Weyand
Director General for Trade and Economic Security at the European Commission
European Commission
Episode: Limping through the Trump era: Can Europe lead again?

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Sarah Wheaton
Host and chief policy correspondent focusing on EU politics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Very good political insights but weak economics

    I enjoy the insightful political analysis from EU Confidential, but the economic analysis is weak. Point in case is Bulgaria’s € adoption. The report missed that fact that Bulgaria has had a quite constraining currency board already since 1997 that has required serious macro discipline. Or that monetary policy of CEE countries in the € area has been superior to those outside it including in Poland.

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    Freedom&DueProcess
    United States4 months ago
  • Uninformed host

    Sarah Wheaton is the worst possible host for this format. She uncritically regurgitates Russian propaganda, is this what Politico has come to?!

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    1
    therethere1
    Germany7 months ago
  • H’mm radical right only

    I keep hearing the concerns about the ‘radical right’ what about the radical left? Is Politico left wing? Starting to sound like it…

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    1
    N1ckname9
    New Zealand8 months ago
  • Re: Latest Episode

    Ukrainian guest said that America is big on words, short on deeds. That’s after it has spent an amount almost equal to all of Europe against the war, in spite of not actually being a European nation! It’s the taxpayers who pay for the war, and generalizations like that won’t inspire them!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    UtahBoy70
    United States8 months ago
  • Great host

    Sara‘s great. Love the more fun story-telling style. And the transatlantic perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bbeatriceb
    Belgiuma year ago

Listeners Say

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The show is lauded for its high-profile guest lineup that adds value to discussions on complex political issues.
Some criticisms arise regarding perceived biases in political coverage, with calls for more diverse perspectives in guest appearances.
Overall, the podcast is described as an essential resource for understanding the nuances of EU governance and politics.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of EU politics and global events, finding it informative and timely.

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#130
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#220
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#89
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#105
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#110
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#218
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Humiliating Europe: Trump’s culture war and the EU’s response
Q: So when did this culture war start?
This culture war intensified during Trump's second presidency, reflecting a strategic focus on Europe.
Humiliating Europe: Trump’s culture war and the EU’s response
Q: What do you mean by that?
Trump's America is questioning European values and Europe's identity as an autonomous actor.
Escalating trouble – Trump takes on the UN and Europe
Q: What is NATO today, really?
Latvia is supercharging its defense spending while Austria is still reluctant to join NATO, indicating a difference in their approach to security regarding the Russian threat.
Jourová’s secrets and Putin’s drone tests
Q: What concrete moves would change Moscow's calculus?
Concrete moves could involve a consistent response from NATO without ambiguity, demonstrating unity and deterrence.
Jourová’s secrets and Putin’s drone tests
Q: What do you think might have been behind some of the timing for why Putin chose this moment?
Putin's actions might be aimed at optimizing his negotiating position and warning the West against sending troops into Ukraine, amidst a shifting goal towards dismantling NATO.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EU Confidential

What is EU Confidential about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content revolves around current events impacting the European Union, featuring analyses of major political shifts, economic discussions, and strategic negotiations. Each episode includes insights from prominent figures in EU politics, allowing for a deep exploration of key issues such as trade negotiations, defense spending, and the EU's response to global events. A distinctive aspect is the integration of cultural commentary, as seen in episodes highlighting summer book recommendations that provide a literary perspective to the political landscape. Throughout its episodes, the show emphasizes the complexities of European governance and the interplay of national and EU-level policies, making it a vital resource for those interested in u... more

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1. Paweł Zerka
2. Anna Shavit
3. Gabriel Gavin
4. Edgars Rinkēvičs
5. Alexander Van der Bellen
6. Věra Jourová
7. Arancha González Laya
8. Joseph Stiglitz

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