
The world is on fire. There's a coup. Inflation is through the roof, and AI is taking our jobs. What does it all mean? Each week, Matt Bevan explains the biggest story in world news while hiding in his basement from assassins and authoritarian regimes. Recent episodes include an exploration of the relationship between India and China, a closer look at the Saudi Arabian city of NEOM, the conflict i... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 343 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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After Democrats declared a landslide win in the midterms, a narrative quickly formed online: Republicans’ aggressive redistricting strategy had spectacularly backfired…but the reality is more complicated.
Years ago, Donald Trump pushed Texas Republ... more
The US midterm results are still coming in, but already, the Democrats have won the US House of Representatives and the Senate in a landslide.
Surprisingly, in an interview on Fox News, Donald Trump said he will accept the results, saying the Democ... more
It's US midterms eve, and since Matt hasn’t actually travelled to the US this election cycle, he's called up Four Corners reporter Mark Willacy. Mark has spent the last few weeks travelling across America, talking to voters and experts, including for... more
In 2018, Israeli intelligence obtained a Hamas planning document outlining almost exactly how the October 7 attack would unfold. A more detailed version followed in 2022, and Egypt and the UAE both delivered direct warnings in the weeks before the at... more
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I love If You're Listening podcast. Matt, Cara and their team are smart, informed and hilarious. I like Matt's occasional giggles. Tells me he's enjoying himself as much as I'm enjoying Listening.
It's fun to get topical info with a twist of the weirdness.
I always learn stuff from this show and the guy has a beautiful laugh
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This is one of the best current events/history podcasts out there. Always amusing, always interesting, always thoughtful. Give it a try, you'll like it.
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Explains big-picture world news through connected stories, with a focus on geopolitics, power dynamics, and policy—often linking historical context to current events. Episodes frequently explore topic clusters like US foreign policy, Middle East tensions, global tech governance, and geopolitical risk, usually featuring expert guests or insiders who illuminate complex negotiations, media dynamics, and power plays. A standout aspect is the emphasis on narrative storytelling that makes intricate international affairs accessible, sometimes blending historical depth with contemporary analysis. This mix likely attracts listeners who want a clear, context-rich read on global events and who appreciate thoughtful takes, skeptical framing, and access... more
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