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Rear Vision — How History Shaped Today

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United States
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Mexico
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Nova Food Classification System
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Juvenile Justice
Hamas
Food Industry
Ultra-Processed Foods
Egypt and Israel Peace Treaty
China
Sinaloa Cartel
Oxycontin
Harm Reduction Policies
Electoral College
Axis Of Resistance
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Move beyond the headlines to see how the past defines our world.

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Latest Episodes

From sanctions to tariffs to seizing oil fields — it feels like we've entered a new age of economic warfare. But experts say we're really just returning to the past. To the time before the rules-based international order was established at the end of... more

For just over three weeks huge street protests have swept across Iran and threatened to topple The Islamic Republic regime of Iran. The regime has responded with a brutal crackdown on dissent and imposing a total internet blackout. President Donald T... more

Back in 1996 Pauline Hanson – rocked Australian politics when she was elected to the House of Representative in the seat of Oxley espousing anti-Asian and anti-Aboriginal views. But her time in Canberra didn’t last. Two years later she lost her seat.... more

Rear Vision traces the story of the World Trade Organization from its origins as The GATT - and asks whether the WTO can still play a meaningful role in managing the trade realities of the 21st century?

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Recent Guests

William Reinsch
Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
CSIS
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Hugo Slim
Expert at the Oxford Institute for Ethics, Law and Armed Conflict.
Oxford Institute
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Director-General of the World Trade Organization.
WTO
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Markus Jaeger
Adjunct professor at Columbia University focused on geopolitical economics.
Columbia University
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Saadia Zahidi
Managing Director of the World Economic Forum.
World Economic Forum
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Abraham Newman
Professor at Georgetown University specializing in global trade.
Georgetown University
Episode: Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Professor Mansour Farhang
Former Iranian ambassador to the United Nations after Iran's revolution in 1979
Episode: The story of Iran, a CIA Coup, a Revolution and the turbulent history that followed
Mark Gazarowski
Professor of political science and editor of Mohammad Mosaddegh and the 1953 coup in Iran
Episode: The story of Iran, a CIA Coup, a Revolution and the turbulent history that followed
Pardis Madhavi
Provost and Executive Vice President at the University of Montana
University of Montana
Episode: The story of Iran, a CIA Coup, a Revolution and the turbulent history that followed

Hosts

Annabelle Quince
Host of a podcast focused on history and its relevance to contemporary issues.
Ros Blewett
Co-hosting and presenting insights on historical topics and their implications.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Excellent

    Very good in-depth expert analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Plissken117
    Australia4 months ago
  • Interesting subjects and perspectives

    Enjoy the historical background to current events and coverage to topics and countries I otherwise don’t hear about. The occasional Australian story can be a little too local interest for my Canadian tastes but often they are interesting as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    twifosp
    Canada5 months ago
  • Fantastic show

    More new episodes please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pig of steel
    Australia6 months ago
  • Canada

    Episode on Canada’s history - as it relates to USA under Trump & the oligarchs - is superbly informative, brilliant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mazgill52
    Australia10 months ago
  • Brilliant

    I’m loving this podcast so much. It has everything, past, present and future and I recommend it highly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    m van pelt
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth expert analysis and the context provided around current events.
Criticism includes mentions of perceived biases or negative remarks about the political affiliation of the content.
Reviews note the occasional local Australian stories as less relatable for some international listeners.
Many find the historical perspective on modern topics enlightening and valuable.
Overall, the show has a strong reputation for being well-researched, informative, and engaging.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#233
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#229
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#19
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#99
Indonesia/History
Apple Podcasts
#131
Japan/History
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#135
China/History

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Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Q: What are the implications of US-China tensions?
There will be significant global GDP losses and double-digit welfare losses for developing countries.
Weaponised trade and a return to gunboat diplomacy
Q: Could you tell us how those institutions, GATT and the WTO, regulated international trade?
They were quite successful, bringing down tariffs on goods substantially over the decades.
Kashmir
Q: What initiatives is the government in New Delhi considering to address the concerns of the Kashmiris?
There is talk about economic development, employment generation, and greater opportunities for Kashmir, but it remains uncertain how these initiatives will be realized.
Kashmir
Q: What is happening in Indian-controlled Kashmir today? Why is there a resurgence in unrest?
There is a rising local discontent in Indian-controlled Kashmir, primarily driven by a generation of Kashmiris who have grown up under Indian occupation and face systemic abuse and repression.
Can you compare America in 2024 with Germany in 1930 or Donald Trump to a Fascist?
Q: What lesson can be learned from the history of fascism for contemporary politics?
Care should be taken by political parties not to collaborate with extremists as it can lead to being consumed by them.

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The content focuses on the intersection of historical events and contemporary issues, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of how past occurrences shape current political and social landscapes. Episodes explore topics ranging from the historical roots of political movements, analyses of key geopolitical relationships, to the impacts of significant events like the Good Friday Agreement and the legacy of political figures such as Jair Bolsonaro. Unique insights from expert guests lend credibility and depth to discussions, making it a valuable resource for those wanting to understand modern events through a historical lens.

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1. William Reinsch
2. Hugo Slim
3. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
4. Markus Jaeger
5. Saadia Zahidi
6. Abraham Newman
7. Professor Mansour Farhang
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