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The Inside Story Podcast

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The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.

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Schools and hospitals bombed. Strikes on apartment buildings. Energy facilities targeted. And attacks on neighbouring states. Have Israel, the US, and Iran broken international law in the war, or what legal justification might they claim?

In this ... more

Who's left running Iran? Much of the top leadership has been assassinated but the country is still fighting. How has it been able to withstand such blows? And can the Iranian government survive this war?

In this episode:

• Hamidreza Gholamzadeh... more

The Yemeni armed group says it's ready for any developments in the ongoing confrontation. Given their proximity to the Red Sea, what could the Houthis' involvement mean for this vital maritime route?

In this episode:

• Farea Al Muslimi - Resea... more

Energy prices have soared since Israel attacked Iran's South Pars gas field. Iran has targeted oil and gas facilities in neighbouring countries since early in the war. And it's warned of more to come.

In this episode:

• Mohsen Baharvand, Former... more

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Recent Guests

Farya Al Muslimi
Research fellow in the Middle East and North Africa Program at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: Will the Houthis join Iran in its war against the US and Israel?
Rockford Weitz
Professor of Practice and Director of the Fletcher Maritime Studies Program at Tufts University
Tufts University
Episode: Will the Houthis join Iran in its war against the US and Israel?
Mohsen Baharvand
Former Iranian ambassador to the United Kingdom
Iran
Episode: What are the global risks of turning energy sites into battlefields?
Jim Walsh
Research associate, MIT Security Studies Program
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Episode: What are the global risks of turning energy sites into battlefields?
John Sfakianakis
Chief economist, Gulf Research Center
Gulf Research Center
Episode: What are the global risks of turning energy sites into battlefields?
Illan Pappe
Israeli historian, author, and chairperson of the Nakba Memorial Foundation
Nakba Memorial Foundation
Episode: Is Israel's decades-long assassination policy becoming normalised?
Luca Trenta
Associate professor at Swansea University; specializes in covert action and state-sponsored assassinations
Swansea University
Episode: Is Israel's decades-long assassination policy becoming normalised?
Setareh Sadeqi
Assistant Professor at University of Tehran and Doha
University of Tehran / Doha
Episode: What are Iran's options after the killing of its top security chiefs?
Mitchell Barak
Founder of Keevoon Research, Strategy and Communications; former Netanyahu aide
Keevoon Research, Strategy and Communications
Episode: Could the Iran war keep Netanyahu in power for longer?

Hosts

Rishaad Salamat
Host who guides discussions on major global stories, providing critical analysis and insight.
James Bays
Experienced host who navigates various political discussions, bringing expertise and engaging dialogue.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 604 ratings
  • Lawrence Wilkerson is a good guest

    The former John McCain staffer on to talk about Iran is so embarrassingly biased that asking them to spread their propaganda is unacceptable.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    northshorestalker
    United States11 days ago
  • First class

    First class balanced news broadcasting by unbelievably serious presenters and top casts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanos in Soho
    United States13 days ago
  • Fair channel

    You guys are verily the voice of the voiceless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopeful#Human
    Canadaa month ago
  • Cutting guests short while explaining

    Either you make it a longer episode or cut the number of guests you have on. Also don’t bring on Israeli talking heads that promote Israeli propaganda with no evidence. Enough that the west propaganda repeats their lies.

    Jan 29. Don’t ever bring Ben Aris, Founder and Editor in Chief of bne IntelliNews in Berlin. He is blinded by his ignorance and arrogance and supremacy illusion. Doesn’t even bring the how the west is the one that destroyed the world order when their inkling are breaking to prot... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    nnnnnsne
    United States2 months ago
  • Low quality discussions

    Moderators and guests are of low quality. Very disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kazanov
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the topical focus and well-rounded discussions, although some express concerns about pacing and guest time management.
The show is considered indispensable for understanding global issues, but there are requests for longer episodes to allow for deeper conversations.
Audience reviews highlight both the richness of the content and frustration with interruptions during discussions.
The series provides crucial perspectives on Middle Eastern conflicts and often features the best scholars and journalists.

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Talking Points

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Can Donald Trump survive a Strait of Hormuz shutdown?
Q: Could a multinational naval operation realistically reopen the Strait?
A multinational naval operation could be a path to reopening, but it requires broad political buy-in, clear rules of engagement, and sustained commitment; without this, military deployment may be resource-intensive and strategically challenging.
Can Donald Trump survive a Strait of Hormuz shutdown?
Q: What is the dominant risk if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
The dominant risk is a collapse in global energy markets due to supply disruption and sharply higher prices, with insurance and shipping markets losing confidence, which would pressure economies worldwide; military options may not restore stability without diplomatic channels.
What's the impact of the war in Iran on China?
Q: Hassan, how does Iran view its relationship with China in the post-war landscape, and can Beijing play a constructive diplomatic role?
Iran sees China as a critical economic partner and potential mediator; Beijing could play a significant diplomatic role due to its non-interference stance and growing influence in regional diplomacy.
What's the impact of the war in Iran on China?
Q: Barbara, with the war ongoing, is the Straits of Hormuz a vulnerability for China, and how might Beijing respond if shipments were disrupted?
Beijing has hardened its position with energy stockpiles and diversified imports, indicating resilience to a disruption, while continuing to push for diplomatic solutions rather than military intervention.
Who is Iran's new leader?
Q: Do you think the new Supreme Leader can bring everyone together and present a unified message to the world, or will there be continued fragmentation among Iran's leadership?
There is genuine concern that fragmentation will persist unless a decisive leadership consensus emerges within the IRGC and related institutions, with the Assembly of Experts acting as a unifying but fragile mechanism in times of crisis.

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2. Rockford Weitz
3. Mohsen Baharvand
4. Jim Walsh
5. John Sfakianakis
6. Illan Pappe
7. Luca Trenta
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