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The Inside Story Podcast

Al Jazeera
Iran
United States
Israel
China
Donald Trump
Gaza
Russia
European Union
Ukraine
Lebanon
Syria
Venezuela
NATO
Hezbollah
Artificial Intelligence
Strait Of Hormuz
United Nations
Protests
Middle East
Geopolitics

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

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Pakistan has said India's suspension of a decades-old treaty could amount to an act of war. And tensions between the two are already high. So, how could they avoid a further escalation?

In this episode:

• Siddharth Varadarajan, founding editor ... more

The Rapid Support Forces are trying to seize the strategic southern city of el-Obeid from the Sudanese military. Rights groups are warning of a potential humanitarian catastrophe. But why is the battle to control the city so important?

In this epis... more

A June 30th deadline set by anti-migrant groups for undocumented foreigners to leave, has come and gone. Thousands protested across the country, against what they say is a broken immigration system. So, what's driving this debate? And what are the po... more

Several senior politicians have been detained in a wave of arrests. The government says it's just the beginning. But is this about graft, or is politics involved?

In this episode:

• Ahmed Rushdi, President of the think-tank, House of Iraqi Exper... more

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Recent Guests

Abdulla Banndar Al Etaibi
Assistant Professor in International Affairs, Qatar University
Qatar University
Episode: Has Marco Rubio's tour of the Gulf reassured US allies?
Gordon Gray
Former US Ambassador and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs
U.S. Government (former)
Episode: Has Marco Rubio's tour of the Gulf reassured US allies?
Sina Toossi
Senior Fellow at the Center for International Policy, focusing on U.S.-Iran relations
Center for International Policy
Episode: Has Marco Rubio's tour of the Gulf reassured US allies?
Antony Loewenstein
Author of The Palestine Laboratory
Independent journalist/author
Episode: Why does Israel want to be less dependent on US weapons?
Alexandre Vautravers
Security and Defense Policy Specialist; Editor-in-Chief of the Swiss Military Review
Swiss Military Review
Episode: Why does Israel want to be less dependent on US weapons?
Zaid M Belbagi
Managing partner
Hardcastle Advisory
Episode: Why do the UK's prime ministers keep resigning?
Mohammad Eslami
Research fellow at Tehran University (guest)
Tehran University
Episode: Can the US and Iran turn the ceasefire into a permanent peace?
Kenneth Katzman
Senior fellow at the Soufan Center (guest)
Soufan Center
Episode: Can the US and Iran turn the ceasefire into a permanent peace?
Zeidon Alkinani
Founding director at the Arab Perspectives Institute (guest)
Arab Perspectives Institute
Episode: Can the US and Iran turn the ceasefire into a permanent peace?

Hosts

James Bays
Host of Inside Story / The Inside Story Podcast
Mohammed Jamjoom
Host of Inside Story / The Inside Story Podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 627 ratings
  • Compelling revelations and insights, excellent audio quality

    Podcast Addict
    5
    RuminatingStoic
    a month ago
  • Best geopolitical pod

    Best geopolitical pod on the web. Great experts and range of views moderated by high quality journalists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Red Yeah!
    Australia3 months ago
  • Highly recommended!

    Don’t miss this podcast, it is a gem!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haykon!
    Netherlands3 months ago
  • Excellent Analysis!!!

    Really worth subscribing to… it is so explanatory about things I don’t understand well… thanks Al Jazeera!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimarieflorida
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • great podcast

    this is similar to what we used to get in the US before Trump went after our media.

    It would be better and I would give it a 5 if the host cut off his/her guests who interrupted and talked over other guests. Two people talking at once doesn’t work your listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Best I’ve Heard
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners feel pacing can rush guests; longer formats could help.
Clear, insightful geopolitics analysis with high-quality guest mix.
Audience values rigorous context and expert moderation.

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#145
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#13
India/News/Politics

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What does a surge in nuclear weapon spendings mean for the future?
Q: What role does AI play in future nuclear policy and risk?
AI could speed up decision timelines and introduce new risks like algorithmic errors or misinterpretations, so many fear the need for guardrails and international norms to govern AI in nuclear systems.
What does a surge in nuclear weapon spendings mean for the future?
Q: Why is spending on nuclear weapons rising so sharply now?
The rise is driven by modernization of arsenals, new delivery systems like hypersonic weapons, and a lack of effective disarmament incentives, amplified by strategic competition among major powers.
What does the EU's migration pact mean?
Q: Will the pact work to govern migration and satisfy public concerns?
There is skepticism about political viability and the real-world implementation, with concerns that it may not achieve durable solutions or uphold rights, despite political momentum.
What does the EU's migration pact mean?
Q: Why is this reform happening now, given rising nationalism and populism?
The guests argue that the reform responds to long-standing structural issues in asylum and migration policy, driven by political climate and pressure from first-entry countries, but its effectiveness is debated.
What does the EU's migration pact mean?
Q: Does Europe have an immigration problem?
The discussion suggests there is a need to overhaul the system to ensure fair responsibility sharing, proper reception facilities, and safe, legal pathways, rather than focusing on deterrence alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Inside Story Podcast

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

Tackling high-stakes global issues, this program features expert analysis on geopolitics, conflict zones, humanitarian crises, and diplomacy. Episodes thread together perspectives from researchers, former policymakers, and seasoned journalists to unpack how events from sanctions in Lebanon to Cuba, Ukraine, Sudan, and Israel–Palestine unfold behind the headlines. Notably, the show tends to prioritize multi-viewpoint discussions, rigorous context, and real-world implications for policy and public understanding. Listeners who want nuanced, globally informed debate with a focus on politics, security, and international affairs will likely find it especially engaging.

Overall, it stands out for assembling top-tier guests across think tanks, jou... more

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2. Gordon Gray
3. Sina Toossi
4. Antony Loewenstein
5. Alexandre Vautravers
6. Zaid M Belbagi
7. Mohammad Eslami
8. Kenneth Katzman

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