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The Inside Story Podcast

Al Jazeera
United States
Iran
Israel
Gaza
Donald Trump
China
Russia
Ukraine
Venezuela
Trump Administration
Syria
European Union
NATO
Climate Change
Palestine
Hamas
Human Rights
Lebanon
Nicolas Maduro
Middle East

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

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An unlikely coalition of armed groups and rebels launches an offensive in Mali. Russian forces backing the military government are forced to withdraw from bases in the north. Soldiers are suspected of being involved in the attacks.Is Mali's junta los... more

Commercial vessels under attack.The blockades by the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global trade.The crisis highlights the danger conflicts and territorial disputes pose to shipping. Why are maritime laws failing to secure the sea... more

Pakistan opens land trade routes to Iran, allowing the transit of goods. It's a much-needed reprieve for both economies. But does it undercut Washington's pressure campaign on Tehran? And how will it impact the Islamabad-mediated talks to end the war... more

Widespread destruction by Israel of houses and civilian facilities in Lebanon, leaving a fifth of the population out of their homes. Israel's defence minister says tactics used in Gaza are being replicated in Lebanon. So, what are the similarities? more

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Recent Guests

Kelsey Davenport
Director for non-proliferation policy
US Arms Control Association
Episode: Can the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?
Seyed Hossein Mousavian
Former Iranian nuclear negotiator
Former Iranian negotiator
Episode: Can the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty prevent a disaster?
Ahmed Fattouh
Spokesperson for Fatah and Palestine National Liberation Movement
Fatah / PLO
Episode: Will elections make a difference to Palestinians living under Israeli occupation?
Jalal Abukhater
Human rights advocate and policy manager at Hamla, a non-profit digital rights organization
Hamla
Episode: Will elections make a difference to Palestinians living under Israeli occupation?
Oluwole Ojewale
Regional coordinator for West and Central Africa, Institute for Security Studies
Institute for Security Studies
Episode: What are the implications of this latest unrest in Mali?
Carne Ross
Former British diplomat and founder of Independent Diplomat
Independent Diplomat
Episode: How serious are the divisions within NATO?
Pablo Calderon Martinez
Head of politics and international relations at Northeastern University London
Northeastern University London
Episode: How serious are the divisions within NATO?
Adrian Monck
Senior advisor on AI and technology to the United Nations and editor of Seven Things
United Nations, Seven Things
Episode: Who's in control of AI?
Maximilian Hess
Founder of Enmetena Advisory and author of Economic War, Ukraine and the Global Conflict between Russia and the West
Enmetena Advisory
Episode: How will an EU loan to Ukraine play out on the battlefield?

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 619 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 States2 months ago
  • First class

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thanos in Soho
    United States2 months ago
  • Fair channel

    You guys are verily the voice of the voiceless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopeful#Human
    Canada3 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 States3 months ago
  • Low quality discussions

    Moderators and guests are of low quality. Very disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kazanov
    United States5 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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#179
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#85
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#198
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#199
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who's in control of AI?
Q: What should regulators prioritize—timeliness or thoroughness?
Regulators should push for stronger cyber defense, privacy protections, and transparent norms while avoiding stifling innovation, with a multi-jurisdictional approach.
Who's in control of AI?
Q: Adrian, what is the latest development with Methos and why is it considered dangerous to release widely?
The panel explains Methos is a highly capable model that could bypass cybersecurity defenses and be accessible only to powerful corporations, highlighting both its potential advantages and significant risks.
Will the ceasefire in Lebanon hold?
Q: Yossi, how significant was the face-to-face talks between the Lebanon and Israel ambassadors in Washington, DC?
The talks mark a thaw in direct engagement and underscore the shift toward direct diplomacy, though practical progress hinges on broader regional guarantees and internal Lebanese consensus.
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.

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1. The Take
2. Al Jazeera News Updates
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1. Kelsey Davenport
2. Seyed Hossein Mousavian
3. Ahmed Fattouh
4. Jalal Abukhater
5. Oluwole Ojewale
6. Carne Ross
7. Pablo Calderon Martinez
8. Adrian Monck

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