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A live debate on the topic of the day, with four guests. From Monday to Thursday at 7:10pm Paris time.

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Recent Guests

John Linden
Executive director of the Alliance for Middle East Peace.
Alliance for Middle East Peace
Episode: Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Iris Mockler
Former France 24 correspondent reporting from Israel.
France 24
Episode: Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Mitchell Barak
Political communications consultant and veteran observer of Israeli election nights.
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Episode: Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Nicolas Rouget
Former Israel correspondent and author of the graphic novel Netanyahu, the Agent of Chaos.
Episode: Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Shirley Sittban
France 24 journalist covering Israel's election
France 24
Episode: Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Rula Hardal
Co-director of A Land for All and research fellow at the Hartman Institute's Think Tank
A Land for All
Episode: Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Noga Tarnopovsky
Journalist reporting from Tel Aviv on Israel's election
France 24
Episode: Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Barak Sinner
Associate research fellow at the Henry Jackson Society
Henry Jackson Society
Episode: Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Glauber Sauzino
Sociologist and member of the Outre Brésil Culture and Advocacy Group
Outre Brésil Culture and Advocacy Group
Episode: Comeback kid: How did Brazil's veteran leader Lula upset Bolsonaro?

Hosts

Kedevan Gorjestani
Host of FRANCE 24 Debate
François
Host of FRANCE 24 Debate

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • A shortened debate??

    Are you shortening the debate segment?

    The added length was what made it so unique. There was a chance to develop ideas and truly explore different views. I often learned more about a subject or situation or heard something that caused me to consider, helping understanding.

    A shortened segment really only allows people to begin to present what is often already heard elsewhere.

    I hope you don't plan to shorten the debate.

    It's something I listen to regularly to hear differen views!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    alex_brin
    United States4 months ago
  • A great show ~ explores issues

    François, François why the red ties?!

    Your hair is turning grey, but you can be suave & debonair

    with your more subtle European tie colors.

    Love The Debate ~ actually discussing issues.

    Have watched for years. Thank you for the great show.

    I've shared it with many.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alex_brin
    United States2 years ago
  • Trump is a crook!

    I hope the EU steps up on behalf of Ukraine. Trump is just out for himself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Desperate for normalcy
    United States2 years ago
  • Marine Le Pen

    Always informative and always on topic👍 my go to daily podcast to keep up with the view from the EU👍 Keep it up 👏💯

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crimebrook
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A French MSNBC

    Lol, Trump really got their panties in a bunch. France 24 really shows that it is in cahoots with the American legacy media. Some days I just listen to this podcast to laugh at the hysteria 😂🤣

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ajax0012
    United States2 years ago

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A thoughtful, issue-focused format with balanced viewpoints.
Some critics call out perceived biases; overall, high-quality debates are valued.
Guests often bring on-the-ground reporting and academic context to complex topics.
Listeners appreciate global scope and practical insights for decision-making.

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Comeback kid: How did Brazil's veteran leader Lula upset Bolsonaro?
Q: Was there foreign meddling in this election?
Daniel Landsberg-Rodriguez emphasizes domestic fiscal populism and says the result had multiple causes, including the campaign's economic promises and the growing importance of digital media.
Comeback kid: How did Brazil's veteran leader Lula upset Bolsonaro?
Q: Can a digital campaign in 2026 turn a campaign around in just three weeks?
Andrés Martinez Fernández says social media alone cannot explain the result, pointing to party organizing, efforts to bring elderly voters to the polls, and broader political and legal factors.
Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Q: Are Israelis abroad going to be a factor? They may be several tens of thousands. Is that enough to sway an election, and which way will they break?
Noga Tarnopovsky says an estimated 85,000 expatriates returned to Israel, mostly from the United States, and are understood to be largely anti-Netanyahu voters. Their impact is difficult to estimate because they were not included in the polls.
Bibi's moment of truth: Israel votes in first general election since October 7 attacks
Q: Is Israel even more on the brink today?
Barak Sinner cautions against overstating divisions, but says Israeli politics contains broad consensus on security and opposition to Palestinian statehood. He points to hawkish positions among both Netanyahu's opponents and his supporters as a source of political deadlock.
Which way will Israel break? Netanyahu still in it after election night surprises
Q: If that will of the people is not respected, what will be the consequences abroad when it comes to how Israel is viewed?
Mockler says excluding Arab representatives would be a striking dismissal of a large part of the population and that including them could improve Israel's image abroad.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Debate

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

The show features a live, four-guest debate on the day's top issues, spanning international politics, security, climate policy, and global economics. Guests typically include journalists, academics, policymakers, and industry observers who bring a mix of on-the-ground reporting, theoretical insight, and governance perspectives. The format appears designed for sharp, cross-cutting discussion with a focus on current events and their wider implications, often linking policy with media, public opinion, and geopolitics. A standout trait is the mix of regional specialists and Western policy voices, which can yield a broad, stakeholders' view on complex topics.

Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, issue-driven discourse that connects global ... more

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2. Iris Mockler
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4. Nicolas Rouget
5. Shirley Sittban
6. Rula Hardal
7. Noga Tarnopovsky
8. Barak Sinner

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