The International Risk Podcast

Dominic Bowen

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Climate Change

China

Ukraine

Iran

European Union

Artificial Intelligence

United States

NATO

Syria

Democracy

Human Rights Violations

Gold

Human Rights

Middle East

Israel

Cybersecurity

Geopolitical Risks

Misogyny

Crisis Management

Welcome to The International Risk Podcast — the premier destination for high-level insights into global risk dynamics. Hosted by Dominic Bowen, an accomplished senior advisor, each episode delivers expert analysis and actionable intelligence on today’s most pressing international risks. From geopolitical tensions and economic upheavals to cybersecurity threats and environmental challenges, we brin... more

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	377	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ManagementBusinessEntrepreneurship

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Episode 376: Humanitarian Aid Landscape One Year After the Dismantling of USAID with Nicholas Enrich

For more than six decades, USAID sat at the centre of the global humanitarian and development system. A little over a year ago, USAID became one of the first targets of the Trump administration’s DOGE campaign. Today, the hum and development sector i... more

Yesterday • 35 min

Episode 375: Mapping Power: Gerrymandering, Redistricting, and the Future of US Political Power with David Daley

This episode hosts David Daley to examine the accelerating role of gerrymandering in shaping American democracy and what it reveals about the pressures facing modern electoral systems. The conversation explores his argument that democratic strain is ... more

16 Jun 2026 • 31 min • Most popular

Episode 374: The Illusion of Separation: Civil-Military Coordination in Modern Conflict with David Higgins

This episode hosts David Higgins to explore the complex and often misunderstood boundary between military operations, humanitarian action, and political stabilisation in modern conflict environments. Drawing on two decades of experience across the Br... more

11 Jun 2026 • 27 min

Episode 373: Social Norms and Political Violence with Erez Levin

This episode hosts Erez Levin to examine the shifting boundaries of acceptable public speech and what this reveals about the health of modern democratic societies. The conversation explores his central argument that liberal democracies depend not onl... more

9 Jun 2026 • 33 min

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Recent Guests

Phil Booth

Coordinator of Med Confidential; national coordinator for No2ID; civil society voice on medical confidentiality and NHS data governance

Med Confidential; No2ID

Episode: Episode 372: Who Controls Your Health Data? Palantir, the NHS and the Risks of Digital Dependency

Ulf Laessing

Director of the Sahel Programme at Konrad Adenauer Foundation; former Reuters journalist

Konrad Adenauer Foundation

Episode: Episode 371: Mali at the Breaking Point: Insurgency, Military Rule, and the Future of the Sahel with Ulf Laessing

Mayruh Sheel

Professor of Infectious Diseases and Global Health at the University of Sydney

University of Sydney

Episode: Episode 370: The Global Race to Detect the Next Outbreak: Ebola, Hantavirus, and the Politics of Public Health Response with Professor Meru Sheel

Emma Salisbury

Non-resident senior fellow at the National Security Program, Foreign Policy Research Institute

Foreign Policy Research Institute

Episode: Episode 369: Reopening the Strait: Hormuz, Sea Power, and the Fragility of Global Trade with Dr Emma Salisbury

Sam Goodman

Senior Policy Director at the China Strategic Risks Institute; co-founder of the New Diplomacy Project

China Strategic Risks Institute; New Diplomacy Project

Episode: Episode 368: Shadow Policing and Transnational Repression: China’s Global Campaign Against Critics with Sam Goodman

Dania Thafer

Executive Director at Gulf International Forum, expert on Gulf security and US-Gulf relations

Gulf International Forum

Episode: Episode 366: The UAE Exit from OPEC: Geopolitics, Energy Security, and the Shifting Gulf Balance

James Denselow

Director of Strategy at The HALO Trust

The HALO Trust

Episode: Episode 365: After the Fighting Stops: Landmines and the Cost of Conflict with James Denselow from The HALO Trust

Dr. Marcus King

Professor of the Practice in Environment and International Affairs, Georgetown University; Vice Chair of the Council on Strategic Risks

Georgetown University; Council on Strategic Risks

Episode: Episode 364: Water Weaponisation in Modern Conflict with Dr. Marcus King

Michael Julian

Security professional and creator of the Alive Active Shooter Survival Training program

Alive; security training expert

Episode: Episode 363: Physical Security and Workplace Safety with Michael Julian

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Dominic Bowen

Host of The International Risk Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings

Great podcast - covering timely topics in depth with high quality speakers!
One of the best podcasts where you get to hear industry leading experts speaking on timeless topics and the latest events. Highly recommend !
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5
stkylo
United Kingdom9 months ago
International Risk Podcast Review
The international affairs podcast that should be on everyone’s radar, covering both the front page stories, as well as the ones that do not get enough attention in the mainstream media.
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Kra1578()
United Kingdom10 months ago
Highly recommend!
Dominic has created an incredibly fascinating listen with The International Risk Podcast. Along with his expert guests, he covers the latest in global security and risk trends in a way that not only educates, but makes you think harder about the world we live in and the role risk plays in it. Highly recommend tuning in!
Apple Podcasts
5
oliviabaker13
United States5 years ago
Great niche
This podcast offers great stories and anecdotes about a complex world.
Apple Podcasts
5
AJAW1992
United States5 years ago
Worthwhile and interesting
I love the interviews. Nathan and Jo were so funny and informative. Fadi and Dr Hani were so compelling. I really like Dominic’s interviewing style (and his voice). Thanks for sharing these conversations!
Apple Podcasts
5
Londonexplorer
Sweden5 years ago

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The host delivers insightful, globally informed risk perspectives.

Listeners praise the depth and quality of expert guests.

Episodes are practical for executives and risk professionals seeking actionable takeaways.

Guests are typically top-tier thinkers from policy, academia, and industry.

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Apple Podcasts	#159	United Kingdom/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#66	Italy/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#50	Sweden/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#80	Ireland/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#128	Indonesia/Business/Management
Apple Podcasts	#235	Spain/Business/Management

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Episode 366: The UAE Exit from OPEC: Geopolitics, Energy Security, and the Shifting Gulf Balance

Q: So they're certainly not relenting or slowing down. So I'd love to hear from you, Dinah. When you're looking at this dynamic, what's happening throughout the Middle East, what's happening across Europe, why would America remove these sanctions on Russian oil at a time when OPEC's in such flux, at a time when hundreds of Ukrainians are being killed every week by Russia? What's happening in the energy markets? Why is the US president so spooked? Is this a strategic decision or a panicked response to energy prices?

The decision reflects competing priorities: securing strategic waterways and moderating energy prices globally, while leveraging political leverage over Russia. The US benefits from allowing Russian oil on the market to prevent an outright spike in prices as Gulf turmoil disrupts supply, but that comes with tradeoffs in long-term strategic positioning and the potential to dampen incentives for domestic energy innovation. In the near term, it's about preventing a price spike that would hurt consumers and allies, while maintaining broader geopolitical flexibility.

Episode 372: Who Controls Your Health Data? Palantir, the NHS and the Risks of Digital Dependency

Q: Phil, where in the world do we find you today?

Phil explains he's located in East Sussex, offering a grounded, on-the-ground civil-society perspective to the discussion.

Episode 359: Conflict Pollution: How Modern War Damages Climate with Doug Weir

Q: How significant is the carbon footprint of military activity, and what gaps exist in reporting that distort our understanding?

Military activity accounts for a meaningful share of global greenhouse gas emissions, with estimates around 5.5% when considering direct energy use and supply-chain emissions. However, reporting is patchy due to voluntary disclosures and historical exemptions, leading to large gaps and inconsistent data that hinder accountability and decarbonisation strategies.

Episode 359: Conflict Pollution: How Modern War Damages Climate with Doug Weir

Q: And what are the kinds of environmental consequences that we might see in the immediate, medium, and longer term?

Immediate consequences include air pollution from fires and chemical/fuel spills at damaged sites, groundwater contamination from underground fuel storage, and soil contamination from explosive remnants. Medium and long-term effects shift toward soil and water contamination, groundwater exposure, and the broad ecological footprint of damaged industrial facilities and infrastructure. Ukraine serves as a case study for long-term mapping and understanding of emissions footprints and environmental harms beyond the battlefield.

Episode 358: The Long Arm of Tehran: Proxies, Criminals and State-Backed Threats with Edmund Fitton-Brown

Q: How serious is the Iranian threat inside Britain, given the 20 Iranian-backed plots since 2022 and new surveillance concerns?

The guest emphasizes that the threat is real and evolving, with increased interconnections between different extremist groups and a lack of clear barriers between counterterrorism and other security domains; disruption by security services has prevented many attacks, but readiness and vigilance must continue as threats can target any vulnerable group.

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A discussion-focused show delivering high-level insights into global risk dynamics, from geopolitics and security to health, energy, and environmental challenges. Episodes feature leading policymakers, researchers, and risk professionals who unpack how political choices, technology, and crises shape corporate strategy and public outcomes. Noteworthy is the mission to translate complex international risk into practical intelligence for CEOs, boards, and executives, with guests drawn from diplomacy, think tanks, journalism, and humanitarian sectors. The format emphasizes rigorous analysis, real-world implications for business, and a cautious approach to governance, data, and emerging threats, making it a valuable resource for leaders seeking ... more

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2. Ulf Laessing
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5. Sam Goodman
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7. James Denselow
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