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The Inside Story Podcast

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Israel
Iran
Gaza
Climate Change
United States
Human Rights
Myanmar
Global Warming
Sudan
Hamas
National Unity Government
UN Security Council
United Nations
Renewable Energy
Green Deal
Middle East
India
Germany
Ethnic Revolutionary Forces
Military Junta

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

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Latest Episodes

Iran attacks Gulf Arab states, hitting civilian buildings and energy infrastructure, as well as U.S. bases. The impact of the American-Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic is felt across the region. What does this mean for Gulf states' relations w... more

Israel's assault on Iran comes while it's still attacking Gaza and Lebanon, after bombing Syria, Yemen, and Qatar in the past year. What are the risks for Israel opening another battlefront, and from the collapse, or the survival, of the Islamic Repu... more

Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khomeini assassinated in attacks by the US and Israel. There are huge crowds of mourners on the streets, and the complex process of selecting his successors are already underway. So, how does Iran work and how robu... more

The US and Israel attack Iran - and Tehran retaliates, firing missiles at Israeli targets and US assets in the region. It follows a massive military build-up by Washington - and indirect talks between the US and Iran over its nuclear program. So how ... more

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Recent Guests

Ibrahim Fraihat
Associate Professor in International Conflict Resolution at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies
Doha Institute for Graduate Studies
Episode: How does Iran work after the assassination of its supreme leader?
Elijah Magnier
Military and political analyst
Episode: How does Iran work after the assassination of its supreme leader?
Sanam Vakil
Director of the Middle East and North Africa Program at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: How does Iran work after the assassination of its supreme leader?
Jamal Abdi
President of the National Iranian American Council
National Iranian American Council
Episode: Where do the US-Iran talks stand?
Garima Kapoor
Deputy head of research at Elara Securities
Elara Securities
Episode: What are the global implications of the US tariff increase?
Sarah Sanbar
Researcher in the Middle East and North Africa Division at Human Rights Watch.
Human Rights Watch
Episode: Is ISIL on the verge of becoming a regional threat once again?
Zeidon Alkinani
Independent researcher on identity politics in Iraq and the Middle East.
Episode: Is ISIL on the verge of becoming a regional threat once again?
Amba Kak
Co-Director of the AI Now Institute
AI Now Institute, Amsterdam
Episode: How will the risks of artificial intelligence be mitigated?
Ruta Piepina
Associate Professor at the Riga Graduate School of Law
Riga Graduate School of Law
Episode: How will the risks of artificial intelligence be mitigated?

Hosts

Imran Khan
Host and political analyst known for his in-depth understanding of geopolitical dynamics.
Bernard Smith
Political commentator and host specializing in political and social issues.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 581 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month ago
  • Low quality discussions

    Moderators and guests are of low quality. Very disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kazanov
    United States3 months ago
  • A crucial source

    The reporting on Gaza is brilliant. It's vital to understanding the realities of life on the ground and the long history of Israel's oppression.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MGKL96
    United States6 months ago
  • Revisionist history

    In your entire conversation you never mention the exploitation of the Americans using South Korean women as comfort women and the biracial children being sold to American and European parents

    Shame!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julesrob6j
    United States6 months ago
  • WELL if you can't get Al Jazeera "Listening Post" podcast no longer, this is the next best solution.

    Podchaser
    5
    Sticky1940
    6 months ago

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Overall, the podcast is described as a crucial source for understanding contemporary political dynamics, with high regard for its insightful content and diverse perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis and variety of expert opinions on critical global issues.
Some listeners voice frustrations with the pacing, feeling guests are rushed during discussions.

Chart Rankings

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#90
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Apple Podcasts
#237
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Apple Podcasts
#28
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#37
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#83
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Apple Podcasts
#107
Canada/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Where do the US-Iran talks stand?
Q: What do you think about the way this is being carried out?
The short meetings on complex subjects suggest a lack of serious commitment from US negotiators.
Where do the US-Iran talks stand?
Q: Do you think this time the US is negotiating in good faith?
This time it's clear that Trump is focusing on a coercive element in negotiations rather than true transparency.
Where do the US-Iran talks stand?
Q: How worried are people in Tehran right now about what might happen?
People are concerned with all the deployments into the region, viewing the US military presence as an effort to force capitulation.
Did Bangladesh’s election deliver the change student protesters wanted?
Q: How crucial is it for the new government to navigate the situation around justice for past political crimes?
It's critical to deliver justice and ensure it is credible while avoiding a culture of revenge.
Did Bangladesh’s election deliver the change student protesters wanted?
Q: Is that correct?
Absolutely, the NCP struggled because of its alliances and lost its appeal among the youth.

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1. The Take
2. Al Jazeera News Updates
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1. Ibrahim Fraihat
2. Elijah Magnier
3. Sanam Vakil
4. Jamal Abdi
5. Garima Kapoor
6. Sarah Sanbar
7. Zeidon Alkinani
8. Amba Kak

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