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The Inside Story Podcast

Al Jazeera
United States
Iran
Israel
Donald Trump
Gaza
Russia
China
European Union
Ukraine
NATO
Venezuela
Lebanon
Hezbollah
Syria
Trump Administration
Artificial Intelligence
Middle East
Protests
Climate Change
United Nations

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

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Donald Trump says a new agreement with Iran is within reach. Tehran insists key issues remain unresolved. So is a deal finally close? What would it mean for tensions in the region? And if an agreement is signed, can it survive the political pressures... more

The nine countries believed to hold nuclear weapons have spent a record $119bn on their arsenals. The US budget was more than all the others combined, according to an anti-proliferation group. So why the huge surge? And what does it mean for the futu... more

Turmoil in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. A banned group has been protesting against a court ruling that kept in place legislative representation for Kashmiri refugees living in Pakistan. What are the political implications of the demonstrations?

I... more

Chinese President Xi Jinping visits North Korea. Beijing is Pyongyang's main political and economic backer. Xi has voiced his opposition to what he called hegemonism and power politics. So, how could his visit shape geopolitics in the region?

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Recent Guests

Hannah Kim
Associate Professor of International Studies
Sogang University
Episode: How could the Chinese president's visit to North Korea reshape geopolitics?
Aaron Glasserman
Postdoctoral Fellow
Centre for the Study of Contemporary China, University of Pennsylvania
Episode: How could the Chinese president's visit to North Korea reshape geopolitics?
Andy Preston
Former Mayor of Middlesbrough; Conservative Party donor
Conservative Party
Episode: Why are racial issues so prominent now in the UK?
Richard Giragosian
Director, Regional Studies Center Think Tank
Regional Studies Center
Episode: Why the World Is Watching Armenia's Vote
Heiko Wimmen
International Crisis Group Project Director for Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon
International Crisis Group
Episode: What's next for Lebanon after the ceasefire?
Nimrod Novik
Former special envoy and senior advisor to former Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres
Former Israeli government official
Episode: What's next for Lebanon after the ceasefire?
Marie Roseline Belizaire
Emergency Director for World Health Organization Africa
World Health Organization Africa
Episode: Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
Ekwaro Obuku
Medical physician and policy advisor
Uganda National Task Force (2022 Ebola outbreak)
Episode: Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
Githinji Gitahi
Global CEO of Amref Health Africa
Amref Health Africa
Episode: Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?

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 623 ratings
  • 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!
    Australia2 months ago
  • Highly recommended!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Haykon!
    Netherlands2 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 States3 months ago
  • 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 States3 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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#122
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#156
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Apple Podcasts
#235
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#97
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#219
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#245
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Why the World Is Watching Armenia's Vote
Q: What's fuelling the interest around this election?
Analysts point to a combination of regional security concerns, Armenia's ongoing relationship with Russia, and the push toward closer ties with Europe, all while questions linger about the fairness of the campaign and governance.
Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
Q: Why is there still no licensed vaccine for certain strains, and what are the main barriers to rapid vaccine development and deployment in outbreaks like this?
Barriers include the need for very large outbreaks to test vaccines, market dynamics that limit commercial incentives, and the time required to run safe clinical trials for specific strains.
Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
Q: What is different now from the 2022 outbreak, and what might outsiders not understand about the pace of the current outbreak?
The current outbreak is imported and spread across urban centers; differences include the nature of transmission, the scale of cross-border movement, and the regional coordination challenges.
Can the Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo be stopped?
Q: When WHO says the response is catching up, what does that mean in practical terms and what needs to happen to get ahead of the outbreak?
It means scaling up surveillance, improving testing capacity, expanding treatment centers, and engaging communities to report symptoms and cooperate with containment efforts.
Why is Israel ramping up attacks in Lebanon despite a ceasefire?
Q: What is the current status of the ceasefire in the region?
Hosts and guests describe it as non-existent in practice, with continued military actions and widespread destruction, challenging any formal ceasefire agreement.

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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. Aaron Glasserman
3. Andy Preston
4. Richard Giragosian
5. Heiko Wimmen
6. Nimrod Novik
7. Marie Roseline Belizaire
8. Ekwaro Obuku

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