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The Global Story

BBC World Service
Iran
United States
Donald Trump
China
Israel
Ukraine
Russia
Artificial Intelligence
BBC
Vladimir Putin
United Kingdom
Trump Administration
Jeffrey Epstein
Strait Of Hormuz
Protests
Climate Change
Gaza
Meta
Cuba
Venezuela

Where the world and America meet, with episodes each weekday. 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 policy in a time ... more

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Latest Episodes

The American journalist and former marine, Austin Tice, disappeared 14 years ago while covering the civil war in Syria. Despite the best efforts of US officials and Austin’s family, what happened to Austin has remained a mystery.

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“They've surrendered their country to vandals,” claimed Donald Trump this week, as videos of protests and looting across France spread across social media and TV news bulletins. The US president has framed the unrest in France – and similar protests ... more

Can Ukraine still rely on America?

More than 80 years after the Yalta conference reshaped post-war Europe, some observers fear a new era of great-power diplomacy could once again shape the continent's future. Reports of a possible meeting between Do... more

Midterm elections in the United States are normally about domestic issues such as the economy and the cost of living. They’re often a pulse check on voter sentiment towards the party in power, or a reflection of local political battles and regional t... more

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Recent Guests

Kimberly Guilfoyle
Ambassador to Greece (subject of controversy)
Trump Administration
Episode: America’s rogue ambassadors
Humeyra Pamuk
Senior White House Correspondent for Reuters
Reuters
Episode: America’s rogue ambassadors
Nawal Al-Maghafi
BBC's Senior International Investigations Correspondent
BBC
Episode: Why Trump is not going to war with the Houthis
Azadeh Moshiri
BBC South Asia correspondent
BBC
Episode: Could Gen Z bring down India’s Modi?
Jacob Rees-Mogg
British conservative politician
Conservative Party, UK
Episode: Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts
Daniel Finkelstein
Conservative politician and Times columnist
Times of London
Episode: Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts
Adam Fleming
BBC journalist, host of Newscast
BBC
Episode: Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts
Tucker Carlson
Television host and commentator
Fox News (contextually discussed)
Episode: Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts
Nick Fuentes
Political commentator
Online media figure
Episode: Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts

Hosts

Tristan Redman
Host with a BBC World Service/Global Story background, London-based journalist with global desk experience
Asma Khalid
Host with BBC background, DC-based journalist contributing global context and in-depth reporting

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Amazing reporting

    In-depth reporting rarely seen these days. Thank you, global story! Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karole25,30,40 or 50
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ramsey

    Dave Ramsey is just another content creator with a Monday morning quarterback podcast.

    Obviously this interview was well before diesel soared. I remember when the "under Biden" prices soared. It was a world crisis due to the Russian INVASION of Ukraine. You know the country we convinced to turn over all their nuclear weapons & promised to protect for ever. My my how people forget.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lang58
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dave Ramsey

    Thank you! Appreciate the straight talk, no nonsense, asking questions people in America are thinking…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Springsong7
    United Statesa month ago
  • May your reign be long yet 👌

    As a religious Global News listener, it was a quite a blow when the Global Story went on a hiatus to regroup, but it sure came back with a vengeance 💫 — Don’t be shy: rock on Asma! And Tristan: stay the perfect trifecta of a smart American with an English accent, based in Paris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CH-Jenka
    Switzerlanda month ago
  • Love the premise just not the US focus

    I would love an in-depth dive into truly international stories but without the US lens.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Whiskybaker
    Canadaa month ago

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Some listeners call for less interruption and more space for guests to speak.
A few listeners feel bias in certain episodes or guests, calling for broader viewpoints.
High-quality global context with credible guests and tight questioning.
Viewers note a strong, balanced global perspective that educates on international issues.
Widely praised for coverage depth and production quality.

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#34
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#196
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#14
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Apple Podcasts
#23
Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#67
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#119
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

America’s rogue ambassadors
Q: What is the broader impact on diplomacy when ambassadors are appointed more for political loyalty than for experience?
The host and guest discuss increased chaos, a centralized decision-making style in Washington, and diluted institutional memory within diplomacy, leading to unpredictable responses and eroded trust among host governments.
America’s rogue ambassadors
Q: So how did she get into hot water, Humeyra?
Humeyra explains that Wall Street Journal reporting, including private text exchanges, showed attempts to solicit large sums from a donor; this controversy was compounded by gifts and travel and created a perception of impropriety affecting her suitability for the ambassadorship.
America’s global hunt for execution drugs
Q: Why hasn't the U.S. government or states manufactured these drugs domestically to ensure safety?
Manufacturing drugs for execution would require FDA approval, import/export complexities, and significant political and public backlash, making it unattractive for pharmaceutical companies.
America’s global hunt for execution drugs
Q: Why did European drug suppliers withdraw from openly supporting executions, and how did this affect U.S. prisons?
European manufacturers pulled back to avoid association with executions, forcing U.S. prisons to rely on compounding pharmacies and private middlemen, leading to supply instability and riskier drug regimens.
America’s global hunt for execution drugs
Q: What actually happened in the execution room with Christa Pike, and how does it contrast with what's supposed to happen in theory?
Christa Pike's execution went awry; witnesses reported continued breathing and distress after injections, contrasting with the standard expectation of a clean, peaceful death, which raised questions about procedure and humane standards.

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This show provides concise, weekday international reportage with a strong emphasis on geopolitics, global economics, and policy. Episodes frequently feature on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and deep dives into current crises and strategic issues, often contrasting Western narratives with regional perspectives. A notable strength is assembling a mix of BBC correspondents, university experts, and informed commentators to illuminate complex topics for a globally aware audience. Listeners are likely seeking reliable context, thoughtful questioning, and cross-border insight across politics, security, and diplomacy.

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Recent guests on The Global Story include:

1. Kimberly Guilfoyle
2. Humeyra Pamuk
3. Nawal Al-Maghafi
4. Azadeh Moshiri
5. Jacob Rees-Mogg
6. Daniel Finkelstein
7. Adam Fleming
8. Tucker Carlson

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