Rephonic
Artwork for Switzerland

Switzerland with Tom Switzer

Tom Switzer
Iran
United States
China
Israel
Strait Of Hormuz
Russia
Oil
Venezuela
Greenland
NATO
Israel Lobby
Palestine
Gaza
JCPOA
Donald Trump
Antisemitism
North Korea
Ukraine
Cancel Culture
Censorship

A new program about politics, modern history and international relations with host Tom Switzer.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes31Founded6 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsPolitics

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Switzerland

Latest Episodes

No one expected diplomacy to proceed without setbacks. But there was hope that the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the United States and Iran in late June, vague though it was, would create enough political space to allow commercial shipping to... more

Whether the memorandum of understanding ultimately survives political opposition in Tehran, Washington and Jerusalem remains to be seen. What is clear is that the latest tensions over the Strait of Hormuz is a reminder of how fragile the situation re... more

President Trump’s memorandum of understanding with Iran has been hailed by supporters as a diplomatic breakthrough and denounced by critics as a strategic retreat. But what does the agreement actually achieve, and who, if anyone, emerges stronger fro... more

The U.S. and Iran have agreed to a peace deal on Sunday June 14. Washington will lift the naval blockade while Tehran opens the Strait of Hormuz. Will it hold? Will Israel and Washington hardliners try to sabotage the agreement? Will the Iranian hard... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Jeffrey Sachs
World acclaimed economist from Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: Trump and the new Iran-Israel war | Professor Jeffrey Sachs
Robert Pape
Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: The mirage of peace | Professor Robert Pape
John J. Mearsheimer
Professor of Political Science, University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Episode: A new Iran deal? | John Mearsheimer
Simon Heffer
Historian and newspaper columnist, professor of modern history at the University of Buckingham
Episode: Britain in crisis | Simon Heffer
Dan McCarthy
Distinguished fellow in conservative thought at the Heritage Foundation
Heritage Foundation
Episode: The Thomas Massie Primary | Dan McCarthy & James Antle
James Antle
Executive editor of the Washington Examiner magazine
Washington Examiner
Episode: The Thomas Massie Primary | Dan McCarthy & James Antle
John Mearsheimer
Professor of Political Science
University of Chicago
Episode: Will Trump’s new ploy work? | John Mearsheimer & Trita Parsi
Rosemary Kelanic
Director of the Middle East Program at Defense Priorities
Defense Priorities
Episode: Reopen Strait of Hormuz … or else! | Rosemary Kelanic & Trita Parsi
Trita Parsi
Co-founder and executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: Reopen Strait of Hormuz … or else! | Rosemary Kelanic & Trita Parsi

Host

Tom Switzer
Host of the program and interviewer, guiding discussions with guests on geopolitics, history, and policy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Disappointed

    Counter points where very much missing when you hosted John Mearsheimer on your show. His biased analysis was plan to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bghooper1967
    Australia2 months ago
  • Review

    A first class commentary programme

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pontius Aquilla
    Australia4 months ago
  • Finest interviewer in Anglosphere

    The host Tom Switzer has had a long career in broadcast and print journalism which has honed his skills and ensures access to the finest minds on subjects from geopolitics to demography to Western culture. Incisive and entertaining. A must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j0@3496
    Australia6 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Excellent perspective on US foreign policy and the Middle East
Insightful host with access to leading minds on geopolitics
High-quality, long-form interviews that challenge conventional views

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#187
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#96
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#235
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#248
Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#30
Argentina/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#83
Netherlands/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump and the new Iran-Israel war | Professor Jeffrey Sachs
Q: When do you expect an Israeli retaliation?
Jeff Sachs expects that retaliation could occur soon, but he does not anticipate the United States joining any new round of attacks; the response will likely be limited to Israeli actions
Trump's Iran Deal | Trita Parsi
Q: Your thoughts on the peace deal?
The deal is a positive step with significant caveats: it ends active hostilities for now and opens a path for nuclear negotiations, but it does not resolve all regional tensions or guarantee a final comprehensive agreement; ongoing vigilance and diplomacy will be essential to prevent backsliding.
The mirage of peace | Professor Robert Pape
Q: What should happen for a more stable outcome, given the domestic political pressures in the United States?
An approach that avoids escalating violence, recognizes the political costs of retreat, and seeks a more credible off-ramp while preserving strategic leverage would be preferable, though difficult within current political dynamics.
The mirage of peace | Professor Robert Pape
Q: What do you think is likely to happen with respect to Iran and the US escalation dynamics?
The escalation will likely bounce between options with no stable equilibrium, as leadership faces political constraints and the temptation to escalate competes with the recognition of escalating costs.
China, Iran, Russia, Cuba | John Mearsheimer
Q: What's the logic behind detente with China given the Thucydides Trap, and how should the U.S. balance containment with engagement?
The argument is that while China is a rising power, the system incentivizes competition; detente can be smart to avoid unnecessary conflict, but strategic balance and maintaining an arrangement where neither side feels existentially threatened is crucial.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Switzerland

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

A thought-provoking program focused on geopolitics, international relations, and policy analysis. Episodes commonly feature high-profile scholars and policy experts debating US strategy, Middle East politics, and the role of power dynamics in global affairs, often contrasting hawkish viewpoints with restraint-based perspectives. Notable strengths include rigorous, long-form conversations that challenge conventional narratives and explore strategic implications for energy security, alliance politics, and regional stability. The show often surfaces nuanced takes from guests affiliated with think tanks and universities, offering listeners detailed context for current events and historical parallels that shape policy debates.

Where can I find podcast stats for Switzerland?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Switzerland. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Switzerland and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Switzerland get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Switzerland, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Switzerland?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Switzerland, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Switzerland have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Switzerland has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Switzerland?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Switzerland:

1. Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast
2. Daniel Davis Deep Dive
3. Judging Freedom
4. Mario Nawfal
5. The Chris Hedges Report

How many episodes of Switzerland are there?

Switzerland launched 6 months ago and published 31 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Switzerland?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Switzerland?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Switzerland from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Switzerland?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Switzerland. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Switzerland?

Recent guests on Switzerland include:

1. Jeffrey Sachs
2. Robert Pape
3. John J. Mearsheimer
4. Simon Heffer
5. Dan McCarthy
6. James Antle
7. John Mearsheimer
8. Rosemary Kelanic

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days