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The Global Story

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Where the world and America meet. Every weekday, this is The Global Story.

The world is changing. Decisions made in the US and by the second Trump administration are accelerating that change. But they are also a symptom of it.

With Asma Khalid in DC, Tristan Redman in London, and the backing of the BBC’s international newsroom, The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign poli... more

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Discussion of nuclear weapons has returned both to our news cycle and to the cultural conversation.

Last week, President Donald Trump said that the US would resume testing nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, several recent films and books imagine a near fu... more

On Thursday, Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping of China held a closed-door meeting in South Korea. The subjects of negotiation ran the gamut — from rare earth minerals, to fentanyl, to computer chips — and, according to President Trump’s subseque... more

The Trump administration has centred on Tren de Aragua – a Venezuelan prison gang – as a justification for cracking down on Venezuelan immigrants, and for several attacks on boats in the Caribbean Sea.

When President Trump designated the gang a For... more

After months of tense negotiations, President Trump has announced that he has terminated trade talks with Canada. The reason: a new Canadian TV commercial featuring an anti-tariff message from an old Ronald Reagan speech. The ad played during a World... more

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Recent Guests

Carlo Masala
Professor of international politics at the University of the Bundeswehr in Munich
University of the Bundeswehr
Episode: What if Russia wins?
Laura Bicker
BBC's China correspondent reporting from South Korea
BBC
Episode: When the two most powerful men in the world met
Jonathan Blitzer
Staff writer at The New Yorker, covers immigration, politics, and foreign affairs
The New Yorker
Episode: How a Venezuelan prison gang became the face of Trump’s immigration crackdown
Nadine Yousif
A reporter based in Toronto, Canada, focusing on Canadian stories.
BBC
Episode: Why the US-Canada relationship is on shaky ground
James Crabtree
Writer, author, geopolitical analyst, and expert on Asia-Pacific affairs
Episode: If China attacked Taiwan, what would Trump do?
Barbara Serra
Italian journalist with almost 30 years of reporting experience
BBC
Episode: How Giorgia Meloni became Trump's best friend in Europe
Yogita Limaye
BBC South Asia and Afghanistan correspondent
BBC
Episode: The cost of USAID cuts to women in Afghanistan
Emily Maitlis
Former BBC journalist, best known for her interview with Prince Andrew
Episode: Jeffrey Epstein and the downfall of Prince Andrew
Erin Thompson
Professor of Art Crime at City University of New York
City University of New York
Episode: The Louvre daytime heist that shocked the world

Hosts

Asma Khalid
Co-host discussing American politics and news with deep insights and analytical expertise.
Tristan Redman
Co-host focused on international news, bringing a global perspective to U.S. political discourse.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Top quality analysis

    Show provides top quality analysis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Novawo
    Austria16 days ago
  • Recommended by a friend

    New to the pod. A friend recommended and I love it. Great detail about things in the news. Told with style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Englishcrimefan
    United Kingdom17 days ago
  • In depth, objective, professional

    Review title says it all. A great and reflective resource for in depth coverage of relevant and impactful topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a_critical_listener
    United States21 days ago
  • Good start to the day

    I’m new to this podcast, and am really enjoying it. My only gripe is it’s ‘Anglo-American’ slant, which seems to be a growing facet of the BBC and, unfortunately, the World Service.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Yorkie
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • High quality journalism!

    Great show that goes deep and gives plenty of context to get you up to speed. Great hosts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChurchyDee
    Australiaa month ago

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Insights into global issues are appreciated by a knowledgeable audience.
There are mixed feelings about the focus on American politics, with some expressing disappointment in the reduced coverage of other countries.
Expert guests are valued for their depth of understanding and analysis of current events.

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#16
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#24
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#99
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#100
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If China attacked Taiwan, what would Trump do?
Q: Could you explain what exactly strategic ambiguity is?
Strategic ambiguity is a US policy used to keep both China and Taiwan guessing about US military support in case of conflict, deterring rash actions from both sides.
If China attacked Taiwan, what would Trump do?
Q: Could you explain a kind of short history of the island of Taiwan to us please, and how we got to where we are now?
Taiwan's current situation stems from the Chinese civil war, where the Kuomintang retreated to Taiwan post-war, claiming to be the rightful government of China while the Communist Party established the People's Republic of China.
Jeffrey Epstein and the downfall of Prince Andrew
Q: What were the key moments for you during the interview?
Maitlis emphasized the surprising fact that Prince Andrew had agreed to the interview, and noted the subsequent public and media fascination with his language and the inconsistencies in his account.
Jeffrey Epstein and the downfall of Prince Andrew
Q: What did the interview with Prince Andrew feel like from your perspective as the journalist?
Emily Maitlis recalls feeling terrified and anxious before the interview, as it was a significant moment in journalism where they were interviewing a member of the royal family about sensitive allegations.
The Louvre daytime heist that shocked the world
Q: So can you just walk us through step by step how that actually works? Imagine that I have stolen the Mona Lisa. How is the Mona Lisa going from being in my possession to being handed back to the museum for a reward without it being traced back to me?
If you have a stolen work of art that has been stolen from a museum that has insurance, often Lloyds of London or whatever insurance company will offer a reward for return because if they can recover the piece and give it back to the museum, they won't have to pay the full value of that piece.

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Offering a unique lens on international affairs, this podcast centers around the interconnectedness of American and global events, particularly focusing on the impact of the U.S. political landscape on worldwide dynamics. Regular discussions on topics such as climate change, immigration, and geopolitical tensions often feature expert guests providing nuanced perspectives. This approach aims to demystify complex global issues influenced by the actions and policies in the United States, making it especially relevant for those keen on understanding current world affairs through a political lens.

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Recent guests on The Global Story include:

1. Carlo Masala
2. Laura Bicker
3. Jonathan Blitzer
4. Nadine Yousif
5. James Crabtree
6. Barbara Serra
7. Yogita Limaye
8. Emily Maitlis

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