Rephonic
Artwork for The Duran Podcast

The Duran Podcast

The Duran
Russia
Ukraine
Iran
United States
European Union
China
NATO
Labour Party
Russia-Ukraine War
Germany
United Kingdom
Kiev
BRICS
Strait Of Hormuz
Afd
Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump
Ukraine Conflict
Europe
Keir Starmer

News / Video / Analysis

PublishesDailyEpisodes1366Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Duran Podcast

Latest Episodes

Vance Breaks Ranks on Iran; Dems’ Midterm Win Revives Ukraine Cash Cow

Ukraine’s Last Defensive Line Is Gone; Kiev Turns on Itself w/ Stanislav Krapivnik

Black Sea Desperation, Zelensky Runs to Erdogan; Russia 1400 Drone Strike

Poland Judicial Coup; Belgium Crisis; UK £10 Billion to Zelensky

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
Professor and economist
Episode: 4 Point Peace Plan That Could End the Ukraine Conflict
Garland Nixon
Guest on The Duran Podcast, geopolitical analyst
Episode: Kiev, Iran, Midterms: Neocon Empire Is Crashing w/ Garland Nixon
Rich Baris
People's Pundit, author of Burn It Down
People's Pundit (author)
Episode: Trump Faces Removal Risk if Blue Tsunami Hits w/ Rich Baris
Stanislav Krapivnik
Analyst/ commentator on Ukraine conflict featured on The Duran
The Duran
Episode: Ukraine Front Three Cauldrons & Trump's False Hope w/ Stanislav Krapivnik
Robert Barnes
Attorney and commentator providing geopolitical and political analysis
Episode: No Plan B on Iran as GOP Faces Midterm Rout
Ray Zucaro
Investment professional providing market commentary
RBX Asset Management
Episode: Diesel Shortages, Ukraine Debt, and a Fed Rate Hike w/ Ray Zucaro
Neil Oliver
British historian and broadcaster, guest on The Duran Podcast
Episode: Wars Built on Fictional Narratives w/ Neil Oliver
Ryan Perkins
Geopolitics writer and substack author
Geopolitics substack
Episode: Secret Plan to Destroy BRICS and Crash China w/ Ryan Perkins
Mel K
Author and commentator promoting geopolitical analysis
The Melkshow
Episode: Secret 1944-1954 Architecture That Still Rules Us Today w/ Mel K (Live)

Host

Alexander
Lead host; long-running geopolitical analyst with a focus on global power dynamics and macro policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Top Podcast

    I’ve been a listener for over 3 years and the Duran is a must listen for those who want an independent analysis of global events. One might not agree with every statement but on the whole the Duran’s analysis is on target more than not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rusticated59
    United States22 days ago
  • Excellent

    Professor Jeffrey Sachs recommends The Duran saying he listens regularly himself to keep informed. Their guests are from both sides of the political aisle and you might not always agree but you’ll always be better informed about the world for having listened.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daysjours
    United States22 days ago
  • Search For Truth

    Great analysis, objectivity and perspective. You are closer to truth with these gentlemen. Best wishes from Canada!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Morelli
    Canada4 months ago
  • Putin Puppets

    Don’t waste your time with anyone that refers to the Ukraine invasion as Special Military Operation.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kill em all666
    United States4 months ago
  • Seriously?

    Mathew Eget UFO as new religion? Really guys? This guy’s understanding of early historical Christianity is not only lacking but apparently done without much actual academic research. No one wants a to replace Christianity, it’s literally in place to help condition people to obey authority from a young age & as a structure of control.

    If you’re dealing with Globalists do you think they care which religion you believe in? Of course not. What matters is that you obey, you can be threatened with so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amy Vivian 8
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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

High-quality sound and thoughtful, data-backed perspectives are common strengths.
Some listeners feel coverage shows a clear pro-Russian/anti-West bias at times.
Guests are often experts; discussions are sharp and timely.
Combines rigorous geopolitical insight with accessible explainers.
A few episodes attract criticism for perceived bias or overreliance on certain narratives.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#136
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#142
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#143
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#210
Germany/News
Apple Podcasts
#58
Russia/News
Apple Podcasts
#87
Norway/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

4 Point Peace Plan That Could End the Ukraine Conflict
Q: So, Professor Sacks, you have some ideas about these. They've been articulated very eloquently by yourself, but perhaps you can help us by setting them out again in this program.
Sachs lays out four points: NATO should end eastward enlargement; Ukraine should be militarily neutral; it should be able to seek EU membership as a neutral country; and the parties should stop fighting along an armistice line while leaving final legal claims unresolved.
Let's Talks About Some News (Live) - Oct. 30
Q: How will the world react if Iran is nuked?
Mercouris says nuclear use would fundamentally change the world and likely cause the nuclear non-proliferation system to collapse, prompting countries to seek nuclear weapons for protection.
Let's Talks About Some News (Live) - Oct. 30
Q: Do you think that Putin and Russia will give a ceasefire? What can Russia do to stop the West?
Mercouris says Putin has repeatedly rejected a ceasefire along the conflict line, after an early ceasefire announcement was withdrawn when the Ukrainian delegation did not arrive. He doubts Putin will change that position.
Unconditional Acceptance: Putin’s New Terms Stun Europe
Q: Who's stringing who along? Or are they both trying to string the other party?
Mercouris says both sides may be using economic opportunities to influence the other. He suggests the United States hopes Russia will accept a ceasefire in anticipation of cooperation, while Russia may be encouraging future cooperation as a way to improve relations after the war.
Unconditional Acceptance: Putin’s New Terms Stun Europe
Q: Why does Putin take these calls?
Mercouris says Russian leaders are willing to speak with anyone who calls, having concluded that refusing contact can make them appear unreasonable and encourage others to unite against them.

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 The Duran Podcast

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

The show covers geopolitics, macroeconomics, and energy/security dynamics with a focus on U.S., European, Middle Eastern, and Asian power plays. Episodes frequently dissect currency movements, energy flows, sanctions, and military developments, often tying together policy decisions with global market implications. A notable edge is the two-host dynamic plus frequent expert guests and timely takes on unfolding events, making it suitable for listeners who want concise, opinionated analysis with a strategic, global lens. Potential sponsors and guests may find alignment with audiences interested in geopolitical risk, energy markets, defense tech, and macro strategy.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Duran Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Duran Podcast. 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 The Duran Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Duran Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Duran Podcast, 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 The Duran Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Duran Podcast, 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 The Duran Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Duran Podcast 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 The Duran Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Duran Podcast:

1. Judging Freedom
2. Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast
3. Daniel Davis Deep Dive
4. Geopolitics & Empire
5. Gold Goats 'n Guns Podcast

How many episodes of The Duran Podcast are there?

The Duran Podcast launched 8 years ago and published 1366 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 The Duran Podcast?

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 The Duran Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Duran Podcast 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 The Duran Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Duran Podcast. 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 The Duran Podcast?

Recent guests on The Duran Podcast include:

1. Jeffrey Sachs
2. Garland Nixon
3. Rich Baris
4. Stanislav Krapivnik
5. Robert Barnes
6. Ray Zucaro
7. Neil Oliver
8. Ryan Perkins

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