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The Inside Story Podcast

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Israel
Iran
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Climate Change
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Human Rights
Myanmar
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Hamas
UN Security Council
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United Nations
Renewable Energy
Green Deal
Middle East
India
Germany
Military Junta
Ethnic Revolutionary Forces

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

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Latest Episodes

Hungary's opposition has defeated Prime Minister Viktor Orban by a landslide. He governed for 16 years with a far-right agenda often described as 'authoritarian'. What led to his loss? And what does the outcome mean for the EU, US, and Russia?

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The Iran war has created risks to food security from higher energy costs and shipping restrictions. The world's fertiliser production has been badly hit due to attacks on Gulf chemical plants. Where is food supply most at risk and could there be a la... more

A negative political and public reaction in Israel to the ceasefire with Iran - regardless of the respite it brings. No pause for Israel's army however or its victims - hundreds killed in Lebanon and more dead in Gaza. Has Israeli society become cond... more

Opinion polls in Hungary suggest long-time prime minister Viktor Orban has a battle on his hands in Sunday's election. The outcome will be keenly awaited in Washington, Moscow, Kyiv, and Brussels. So why is this election so important outside of Hunga... more

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Recent Guests

Mourad Wahba
Acting Executive Secretary, United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)
United Nations ESCWA
Episode: What risks does the war on Iran pose to global food security?
Avinash Kishore
Senior Research Fellow
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Episode: What risks does the war on Iran pose to global food security?
Steve Keen
Economist and Honorary Professor
University College London (UCL)
Episode: What risks does the war on Iran pose to global food security?
Ilan Pappe
Historian and professor at Exeter University
University of Exeter
Episode: Has Israeli society become conditioned to permanent war?
Haim Bresheeth
Professor at SOAS, University of London
SOAS, University of London
Episode: Has Israeli society become conditioned to permanent war?
Gabor Scheiring
Former member of the National Assembly of Hungary
Hungary politics
Episode: Why is Hungary's election of such international importance?
Istvan Kiss
Political scientist, director of the Danube Institute, former political advisor
Danube Institute
Episode: Why is Hungary's election of such international importance?
Daniel Kelemen
McCourt Chair at the McCourt School of Public Policy, Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: Why is Hungary's election of such international importance?
Nadim Houry
Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative
Arab Reform Initiative
Episode: How far is Iran willing to go to protect its friends and allies?

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 Statesa month ago
  • First class

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanos in Soho
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fair channel

    You guys are verily the voice of the voiceless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopeful#Human
    Canada2 months 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 States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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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.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#154
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#68
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#90
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#209
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#224
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#43
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Has the world order been changed by Trump's war on Iran?
Q: What makes this ceasefire different from previous truces, and is it sustainable?
Experts discuss the strategic limitations of a two-week pause, the regional and global costs of continuing instability, and the lack of durable conflict resolution mechanisms.
Has the world order been changed by Trump's war on Iran?
Q: Robert, what do you make of those promises about forthright leadership and a what-you-see-is-what-you-get style?
The guest explains that while some see Trump as straightforward, the dangerous rhetoric and unpredictability undermine international norms and increase the risk of miscalculation in a volatile regional context.
How will Pakistan deal with the global energy crisis?
Q: Why is Pakistan more exposed to this war in West Asia than other countries?
Because of a heavy dependence on hydrocarbon imports from the Middle East, sizable remittances at risk if supply is disrupted, and structural economic fragilities such as high debt, lack of export diversification, and limited macro resilience.
What's behind the worsening global hunger crisis?
Q: What will it take to fix the problem in the near term?
Sustain well-funded humanitarian aid now plus long-term investments in local agriculture, nutrition, water, health care, and conflict resolution to prevent repeated crises.
What's behind the worsening global hunger crisis?
Q: Is there enough food available to feed the world wherever people are located?
Yes, there is plenty of food globally, but it isn't reaching the most vulnerable due to power, access, borders, and wealth inequalities.

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Recent guests on The Inside Story Podcast include:

1. Mourad Wahba
2. Avinash Kishore
3. Steve Keen
4. Ilan Pappe
5. Haim Bresheeth
6. Gabor Scheiring
7. Istvan Kiss
8. Daniel Kelemen

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