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Take Me To Your Leader!

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Democracy
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Nationalism
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North Korea
Hungary
Argentina
Human Rights Abuses
Illiberal Democracy
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Ali Khamenei
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Yaya Sinwa
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From autocratic strongmen to democratic internationalists, Hamish Macdonald examines the cultural, historical, and personal motives of people on the world stage. What would we uncover if we ask the friends, enemies, colleagues and observers to 'Take me to Your Leader!'

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To many in the West, Paul Kagame is Rwanda’s saviour, the man who restored the country after its recent genocide. But those who have dealt with him inside and outside the country paint a very different and much darker picture.

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Make Argentina Great Again. That's the catchcry Javier Milei has borrowed from his friend, Donald Trump.

Wildly brash (like Trump) deliberately unkempt (like Boris Johnson), Milei has made his way to the top job with no government experience and a ... more

He’s leader for life, his word is final in the highly factionalised theocratic regime of Iran and his influence extends across the flashpoints of the Middle East. Yet we know almost nothing about the Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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At just 35 Viktor Orban, then a fiery radical, became Europe's youngest prime minister. Since then, his political brand has undergone an astonishing change.

So how did the student dissident become a 21st Century demagogue?

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Noel Zihabamwe
Survivor of the Rwandan genocide and Rwandan community leader in Australia
Rwandan community in Australia
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 07: Rwanda's Paul Kagame
Phil Clarke
Professor of International Politics at SOAS, University of London
SOAS University of London
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 07: Rwanda's Paul Kagame
Michela Wrong
British journalist and author
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 07: Rwanda's Paul Kagame
Vera Bergengruen
Senior correspondent at Time Magazine's Washington Bureau.
Time Magazine
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 06: Javier Milei – Argentina’s ‘mad man’
Constanza Sanhueza
Lecturer in Comparative Politics at the Australian National University.
Australian National University
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 06: Javier Milei – Argentina’s ‘mad man’
Eduardo Amadeo
Politician and economic advisor to Milei's security minister.
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 06: Javier Milei – Argentina’s ‘mad man’
Arash Azizi
Iranian writer and historian, senior lecturer in political science and history at Clemson University
Clemson University
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 05: Iran's Ali Khamenei
John Limbert
Former American diplomat and one of the 55 hostages held in Iran in 1979
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 05: Iran's Ali Khamenei
Fereshteh Sadeghi
Iranian journalist based in Tehran
Episode: Dictators & Demagogues 05: Iran's Ali Khamenei

Host

Hamish Macdonald
Host, known for his insightful questioning style and journalistic expertise. He engages with guests to uncover their perspectives on global leadership and political complexities.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 832 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    4
    JohnAS
    9 months ago
  • Excellent

    Absolutely wonderful and very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mawsy60
    Australia9 months ago
  • Amusing western propaganda

    Very amusing show full of unadulterated and barely challenged western propaganda.

    For example, the episode about the supreme leader of Iran mentioning the revolution and the US embassy hostages as if it simply happened out of nowhere and for no reason! No mention of the Shah being a western puppet or the involvement of the CIA or MI6 - even Wikipedia does better than this! 🤣 At least one of the guest ‘experts’ offered some challenge to the narrative offered by the host and the bitter sounding ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Elrond Burrell
    New Zealanda year ago
  • High quality journalism, terrific guests

    I’ve just finished listening to the whole series Three, dictators and demagogues. Hamish seems to be in his element here. He’s got a lovely feel for the combination of politics and National affairs, and human interest in each individual leader profiled the producers have done a great job in getting high-quality interviewees, and I really do feel like I have a better understanding of each of the leaders profile, even when I have read extensive articles in places like The New Yorker previously abo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZiggyandMicki
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fantastic podcast.

    Thank you Hamish and the team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chateau10
    Australiaa year ago

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Overall, the podcast is considered a valuable resource for understanding contemporary political figures and their influences.
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The host's journalistic skills are frequently praised, with many highlighting his ability to ask critical questions and engage meaningfully with expert guests.

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Dictators & Demagogues 01: Kim Jong Un
Q: What did you tell them about how to approach Kim Jong Un?
We advised they might offer a Trump tower in Pyongyang if Kim was willing to give up a nuclear weapon, as it was a deal suited for a real estate developer to a dictator.
Dictators & Demagogues 04: Hungary's Viktor Orban
Q: How did Viktor Orban capitalize on the migration crisis?
He skillfully used the crisis to bolster his international profile and implemented strict policies against migration.
Dictators & Demagogues 06: Javier Milei – Argentina’s ‘mad man’
Q: So what is it about Milei that inspired this big move?
Milei offers a contrast to the existing political status quo with promises of drastic reforms and a unique, if unconventional, approach that resonates with voters frustrated by traditional politics.
Dictators & Demagogues 06: Javier Milei – Argentina’s ‘mad man’
Q: Can you give us a picture, a snapshot, of how desperate Argentinians are for an alternative at this moment, and why?
Argentina has been facing unmanageable economic turmoil with triple-digit inflation and a large part of the population living in poverty, creating a desperate need for effective leadership and change.
Dictators & Demagogues 07: Rwanda's Paul Kagame
Q: Why is Kagame so popular?
Kagame's popularity stems from the belief that he can deliver change and stability to Rwandan citizens.

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Recent guests on Take Me To Your Leader! include:

1. Noel Zihabamwe
2. Phil Clarke
3. Michela Wrong
4. Vera Bergengruen
5. Constanza Sanhueza
6. Eduardo Amadeo
7. Arash Azizi
8. John Limbert

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