
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 | 336 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Toxic smoke haze is blanketing Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines, after weeks of fires in Indonesia. In central Chile, flash flooding has trapped people on their roofs, and already Australia’s spring is unusually hot. Scientists have confirmed ... more
Over recent decades, Hezbollah has become deeply embedded in southern Lebanon. It runs everything from hospitals and schools to infrastructure projects, and even has its own theme park.
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With tensions between Donald Trump and Mark Carney heating up, it's the perfect excuse to revisit another time things got tense on the US-Canadian border… back before Canada was Canada.
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Today’s episode on AI was excellent. Apparently trump asked it if he won the 2020 election and it said NO!
Little confused when you say guest was female that’s good right?! Love this pod but the host needs to be more mature 😒
But the quantum computing episode was embarrassing to listen to. There’s world-leading research groups in Australia (USYD, ANU), who could have delivered a much more cogent overview. The reporter clearly didn’t understand the subject, and the host spent most of the time covering for her.
I love your research-based work, guys. You are educating us on some (mostly) very important topics - well done.
Your guest was female. Your show aims to present the facts and the truth and that’s why we love it. Pandering to personal confusion undermines the integrity of your show. Have been an avid listener for years and would love to remain so
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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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