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The Europeans | European news, politics and culture

Katy Lee and Dominic Kraemer
European Union
Climate Change
Ukraine
Poland
Hungary
Germany
Russia
Georgia
Portugal
Childcare Policy
Far-Right Politics
Marine Le Pen
Elections
Sustainability
Iceland
Switzerland
Israel
LGBTQ+ Rights
Gaza
Migration

The Europeans is a fresh and entertaining weekly podcast about European politics and culture, recorded each week between Paris and Amsterdam with fascinating guests joining from across Europe. This multiple award-winning podcast fills you in on the major European politics stories and other European news of the week, as well as fun and quirky nuggets that have been missed by most media outlets. Hos... more

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Last week, tech giant Meta reached a settlement in a lawsuit with nearly every state in the US over claims that it had knowingly harmed children with its addictive apps. It was a major turn of events in the growing movement to protect kids online – b... more

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This weekend, Icelanders go to the polls to determine whether the nation should pick up its EU accession talks where they left off in 2013. Ahead of the big referendum, we caught up with Icelandic journalist Elias Thorsson and Finnish analyst Minna Å... more

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Sally Hayden made a name for herself by documenting some of the worst human rights abuses of the 21st century. Now she’s written a new book… of love stories. This week we had the honour of sitting down with the decorated Irish journalist to discuss h... more

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It’s not even August yet, and it’s been a long, hot summer. As temperatures climb and France and Spain fight to keep wildfires contained, we’re devoting the whole of this week’s episode to one of 2026’s most contentious debates: should Europe be usin... more

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Elias Thorsson
Icelandic journalist, Arctic Today; Reykjavik Grapevine writer
Arctic Today; Reykjavik Grapevine
Episode: What's on the line in Iceland's EU referendum (besides fish)?
Minna Ålander
Finnish analyst
Stockholm Centre for Eastern European Studies, Swedish Institute of International Affairs
Episode: What's on the line in Iceland's EU referendum (besides fish)?
Sally Hayden
Journalist and author
Irish Times, The Guardian, Time, CNN
Episode: Bad news isn't the only news
Eva Horn
Professor of cultural history, University of Vienna; author and IPCC vice chair
University of Vienna; IPCC
Episode: The great European air conditioning debate
Diana Ürge-Vorsatz
Professor in Environmental Sciences and Policy; IPCC vice chair
Central European University; IPCC
Episode: The great European air conditioning debate
Blanca Paniello Castillo
Researcher at Barcelona Institute for Global Health
Barcelona Institute for Global Health
Episode: The great European air conditioning debate
Iñaki Echeverría-Huarte
Applied Physicist at the University of Navarra
University of Navarra
Episode: Did Jared Kushner get scammed over his Albanian resort?
Claudio Feliciani
Specialist in researching pedestrian crowds
University of Tokyo
Episode: Did Jared Kushner get scammed over his Albanian resort?
Wojciech Oleksiak
Warsaw-based producer and poultry journalist, guest investigative journalist on the show
The Europeans (investigation on Vipash and Polish poultry farms)
Episode: The Frankenchicken is coming to a village near you

Hosts

Katy Lee
Host, Journalist based in Paris; extensive coverage of French and European politics and climate policy.
Dominic Kraemer
Co-host; performer and communicator with a background in opera, based in Amsterdam.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • An American Fan!

    Much to my dismay, I am American. That said, I’ve spent a great deal of time in Europe—especially because my cousin married a Dutch man, so I visit them in Amsterdam not infrequently. I like to keep up with everything that’s going on across the pond, and this podcast does a great job. It’s funny and informative, and I especially appreciate all the book recommendations! I wish there were a podcast like this for every continent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beckyr003
    United States3 months ago
  • Not what it was

    Used to be quite interesting and niche objective stuff. Increasingly just EU propaganda on behalf of the German empire.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tom Walton Temmy
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • My favorite podcast!

    I love this podcast so much. It’s the perfect balance between informative and entertaining. I started listening to The Europeans in 2022 when at work I started analyzing EU-focused data, and this really helped me learn a lot and contextualize my work. Thank you for producing this lovely podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LFSSL
    United States6 months ago
  • An excellent new podcast find!

    I discovered this podcast fairly recently, and am enjoying how it provides an excellent balance between covering heavy and important topics, while also keeping things light and engaging. I have been listening through some of the back catalog and finding it thoroughly interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    is.ls
    Canada8 months ago
  • non-westerner could enjoy too

    It’s a great show. I’ve been listening to it on and off for years now. I’m not European, not even westerner, so the news isn’t really politically/culturally close to me. However, I like how it reminds me that nothing should be taken for granted; from laws and regulations to ideas and values. When people live in one society for a long time, it’s easy to forget that elsewhere things can be different. I like how this show reminds me of all of these. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    私が決める
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Pan-European perspective is highly valued by listeners seeking broader context beyond national outlets.
Engaging, well-researched and entertaining; a top source for European news with a warm hosts' banter.
A go-to for listeners wanting both hard journalism and lighter cultural segments on Europe.
Smart, accessible analysis of European politics, culture, and policy.
Fans praise the guests' depth and the hosts' chemistry, though a few note audio production inconsistencies at times.

Chart Rankings

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#40
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Apple Podcasts
#105
Taiwan/News
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#137
Belgium/News
Apple Podcasts
#193
Sweden/News

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bad news isn't the only news
Q: What inspired you to write a book of love stories from around the world?
Hayden explains that after decades of reporting horrific crises, she sought to demonstrate the enduring capacity for love and solidarity, and to counterbalance the depersonalized narratives often seen in crisis reporting.
The great European air conditioning debate
Q: Katy: Is it realistic to expect Europe to run largely on green energy and still rely on air conditioning?
Eva and Diana say progress is growing, but a full transition requires broader green energy expansion and smarter, localized cooling rather than universal, permanent climate control.
The great European air conditioning debate
Q: Katy: How do we balance health, energy use, and inequality when many can't afford cooling?
Blanca notes that AC saves lives in extreme heat but exacerbates inequality; she advocates for equitable access, better building design, and urban planning measures that reduce heat exposure for all.
The great European air conditioning debate
Q: Katy: Do we need air conditioning everywhere, all the time, or can we rely on other solutions?
Diana and Eva explain that a targeted, design-forward approach—combining public spaces, shading, tree cover, and selective cooling for the vulnerable—can work, while acknowledging occasional necessity for mobile AC in extreme heat.
Every @#$%ing quirk of the English language
Q: Why is Armenia such a critical battleground for Western vs. Russian influence?
Armenia sits at a strategic crossroads between Europe and Russia, with historic security ties to Russia but growing Western-facing reforms and EU engagement, creating a tug-of-war over borders, alliance priorities, and economic orientation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Europeans

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

A breezy, weekly deep dive into European politics, culture, and current events, with hosts offering sharp analysis, humor, and meticulous fact-checking. Episodes cover elections, climate policy, EU affairs, investigative reporting, and cultural topics from across Europe, often featuring pan-European guests who illuminate issues not always front-and-center in major outlets. The show tends to blend rigorous journalism with accessible storytelling, making complex policy debates understandable and entertaining for listeners who want a grounded, Europe-wide perspective. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on cross-border European dynamics, plus investigative and arts/culture segments that broaden the scope beyond politics alone, helping potential... more

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Recent guests on The Europeans include:

1. Elias Thorsson
2. Minna Ålander
3. Sally Hayden
4. Eva Horn
5. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz
6. Blanca Paniello Castillo
7. Iñaki Echeverría-Huarte
8. Claudio Feliciani

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