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The International Risk Podcast

Dominic Bowen
Russia
Climate Change
China
Ukraine
Iran
European Union
Artificial Intelligence
United States
NATO
Syria
Human Rights Violations
Democracy
Gold
Israel
Cybersecurity
Geopolitical Risks
Middle East
Misogyny
Human Rights
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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Is Hong Kong Still Safe for Business? | The International Risk Podcast with Megan Khoo

Hong Kong has long been regarded as one of the world's safest and most attractive places to do business. But following the introduction of the National Security L... more

In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, Dominic Bowen speaks with Ibrahim Aboubacar Hama about climate change and its impact on food security, livelihoods, and stability across West Africa. Ibrahim shares what climate change looks like on ... more

Jennifer Parker examines the rapidly changing security environment across the Indo-Pacific and explains why maritime competition, strategic deterrence, and AUKUS matter far beyond defence circles. Drawing on her experience as a former Royal Australia... more

In this episode of The International Risk Podcast, host Dominic Bowen is joined by Lord Peter Ricketts, the UK's first National Security Advisor, former Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign Office, and former British Ambassador to France, to unpa... more

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Enrich
former top global health official at USAID
USAID
Episode: Episode 376: Humanitarian Aid Landscape One Year After the Dismantling of USAID with Nicholas Enrich
David Daley
Journalist, political commentator, author of Rat Facked? (contextual)
Journalist and author
Episode: Episode 375: Mapping Power: Gerrymandering, Redistricting, and the Future of US Political Power with David Daley
David Higgins
Expert on civil-military coordination with two decades on front lines and in humanitarian/UN roles
Former British Army; UN; humanitarian organizations
Episode: Episode 374: The Illusion of Separation: Civil-Military Coordination in Modern Conflict with David Higgins
Erez Levin
Founder of Holding the Line; former Google employee; researcher on social taboos and hate speech
Holding the Line
Episode: Episode 373: Social Norms and Political Violence with Erez Levin
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

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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 !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stkylo
    United Kingdoma year 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kra1578()
    United Kingdoma year 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
    Sweden6 years ago

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Episode 367: From Rodents to Cruise Ships: Hantavirus and the Risks of a Hyperconnected World with Dr Giulia Gallo
Q: What international risks concern you the most in this context?
Geopolitical fragmentation and dependency on interconnected systems, such as commerce and the internet, pose systemic risks; disruptions in these interconnections could be as impactful as a physical outbreak, underscoring the need for collaboration and preparedness.
Episode 367: From Rodents to Cruise Ships: Hantavirus and the Risks of a Hyperconnected World with Dr Giulia Gallo
Q: What precautions actually matter for travel and workplaces to limit spread of respiratory viruses?
Key practices include staying home when unwell, wearing masks when advised, and maintaining good hand hygiene; these measures, learned from COVID, help reduce transmission risks in offices, travel, and enclosed spaces.
Episode 367: From Rodents to Cruise Ships: Hantavirus and the Risks of a Hyperconnected World with Dr Giulia Gallo
Q: Can you talk to us about what we know about the cruise ship outbreak, its possible origin exposure on lands, onboard transmission, and the role of the ship as a confined environment?
Cruise ships present a confined environment where close contact and limited UV exposure can facilitate transmission; investigations suggest initial exposure occurred potentially offshore or in land-based settings before passengers returned to the ship, with onboard transmission concentrated due to close quarters and limited air exchange.
Episode 367: From Rodents to Cruise Ships: Hantavirus and the Risks of a Hyperconnected World with Dr Giulia Gallo
Q: Can you talk to us about why the Andes hantavirus is different within this family, and what that implies for transmission?
Unlike many hantaviruses that show limited or no human-to-human transmission, Andes virus has demonstrated human-to-human transmission in certain circumstances, meaning we must implement stricter infection control and monitor close contacts more carefully; this underpins the heightened concern during a cruise ship outbreak.
Episode 367: From Rodents to Cruise Ships: Hantavirus and the Risks of a Hyperconnected World with Dr Giulia Gallo
Q: Now, this is a serious risk, but it's not a pandemic style threat. For listeners just hearing about hantavirus, what exactly is it?
Hantaviruses are a family of RNA viruses carried by rodents; humans can become infected through contact with rodent excreta, but most strains don't transmit well between people. Andes hantavirus is notable because it can spread between humans in close contact, which changes how we assess outbreak risk and required precautions.

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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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