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The Lowy Institute is a leading international think tank that looks at the world from Australia’s perspective.

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Latest Episodes

Samir Puri, former UK diplomat and author of Westlessness: The Great Global Rebalancing, joins Transnational Challenges Program Director Lydia Khalil to explore the long decline of Western dominance in world affairs. They discuss why the rise of the ... more

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Australia's appetite for methamphetamine and cocaine is reshaping Pacific communities, turning island nations into key transit points on a global drug superhighway, and exposing them to violence, corruption and addiction.

In this special panel disc... more

When Iran deterred shipping from the Strait of Hormuz following Operation Epic Fury, it sent shockwaves through global energy markets and exposed uncomfortable truths about Australia's dependence on maritime trade.

Jennifer Parker, a Nonresident F... more

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Geopolitical strategist Parag Khanna joins the Lowy Institute's Sam Roggeveen to make sense of a world in flux.

In a wide-ranging conversation recorded on the day President Trump declared the Iran war nearly over, the pair discuss what the conflict... more

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Recent Guests

Samir Puri
Former UK diplomat, author of Westlessness, think tanker and academic
Chatham House Center for Global Governance and Security (former director); King's College London (visiting fellow)
Episode: The decline of the West: Samir Puri on “Westlessness” and the new global order
Chrisnrita Aumanu-Leong
Correspondent covering Solomon Islands
ABC Foreign Correspondent / ABC Investigations
Episode: Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Marian Kupu
Correspondent covering Tonga
ABC Foreign Correspondent / ABC Investigations
Episode: Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Lice Movono
Correspondent covering Fiji
ABC Foreign Correspondent / ABC Investigations
Episode: Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Chrissy Reyes
Correspondent (Solomon Islands)
ABC Foreign Correspondent / ABC Investigations
Episode: Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Jennifer Parker
Non-resident fellow at the Lowy Institute with extensive naval experience
Lowy Institute
Episode: Strait of Hormuz crisis: Iran, shipping, and Australia's strategy
Parag Khanna
Best-selling author and geopolitical analyst
Foreign Policy/author; various publishers
Episode: Globalisation always wins: Parag Khanna on the emerging world order, Iran, and Asia's multipolar future
Darren Jones
British Cabinet Minister and Labour MP representing Bristol Northwest
UK Labour Party
Episode: British MP Darren Jones on Labour, Brexit and the United Kingdom's place in the world
Stephen Biegun
Former State Department deputy secretary and lead negotiator on North Korea
Lowy Institute event guest
Episode: Decoding ‘America First’: The origins of Trump’s foreign policy

Hosts

Richard McGregor
Senior Fellow for East Asia at the Lowy Institute and frequent host on discussions about international affairs and Australian foreign policy.
Lydia Khalil
Program Director of Transnational Challenges at the Lowy Institute, focused on global security and contemporary threats.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 213 ratings
  • Excellent

    No hubris, no rants. Honest, thoughtful analyses devoid of conspiracy obsessions . What a relief , thinks this former academic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no blonp
    Australia2 years ago
  • Greetings from Trumpland - book by Zoe Daniels

    Excellent interview by Lowy Institute Research Fellow Lydia Khalil with Zoe Daniel on her new book, Greetings from Trumpland. The power of Demagogues, decline in institutions and the motivations of the voter. Fabulous interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH and BH
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great guests, rubbish host.

    Such potential here. Interesting topics from fascinating guests, yet Fullilove’s obsession with reminding us he is a creature of the Canberra bubble with his relentless Trump bashing is so dull and pathetic.

    He takes every opportunity to steer the conversation towards Trump and then serves up a dose of elitist, beltway garbage.

    With a better host this would be a 5 star review.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DutchDegenerate
    Australia5 years ago
  • Australian Focused Foreign Policy

    Great, informative, up to date podcast with a focus on the Asia Pacific from the people at the Australian think tank. Audio quality could be better at times but seriously, harden up you whinges, you can’t get closer to the real action with the boffins than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul the Greyhound
    Australia5 years ago
  • Some much valuable information

    Love this podcast. It keeps me informed on so many subjects. Essential listening if you want to stay on top of the important world issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WJ9884
    Australia5 years ago

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The decline of the West: Samir Puri on “Westlessness” and the new global order
Q: So, Samir, how do you formulate the West in your book and what parameters define it geopolitically?
Samir explains that the West is defined more by orientation and evolving historical narratives than by hard boundaries, emphasizing a shift from a Eurocentric, race-based definition to a broader, more inclusive geopolitical West.
Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Q: What is the role of Australia and New Zealand in this dynamic, and is there a shift toward Pacific-owned solutions?
There is recognition that demand in Australia and New Zealand fuels the traffic; Pacific governments seek more responsible, autonomous enforcement and health responses, with international partners providing support but not overshadowing local leadership.
Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Q: How are Pacific communities coping with the social impacts of drug trafficking and what responses are being implemented?
Communities report social fabric strain, youth vulnerability, and heightened police activity; the conversation is shifting toward public health interventions, rehabilitation, and stronger regional cooperation to address root causes and consequences.
Cartel Paradise: Unpacking the Pacific’s drug superhighway
Q: What is the scale of the drug problem across the Pacific and how does it compare to previous decades?
Seizures have surged from kilograms to tons, indicating a massive uptick in trafficking and a broader regional role in the global drug economy, far beyond traditional corridors.
Decoding ‘America First’: The origins of Trump’s foreign policy
Q: Do you think President Trump has any clear war aims in Iran?
There are longstanding priorities—nuclear weapons program, ballistic missiles, and destabilization of neighbors—that the administration has pursued, and the idea is to achieve redress in those areas for credibility of the war's objectives, though the ultimate outcome and its credibility are still debated.

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What is Lowy Institute about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features in-depth discussions on international relations, foreign policy, and geopolitical challenges, with a focus on Australia's role in a rapidly changing global landscape. Experts and scholars from various fields share insights on pressing topics like US-China relations, Australian aid strategies, and the implications of technological advancements such as artificial intelligence on global dynamics. Unique contributions come from distinguished guests with diverse backgrounds, including academia, policy research, and media, ensuring a rich array of perspectives on contemporary issues.

Listeners can expect to engage with complex themes that highlight the intersection of local and global politics, particularly in relation to A... more

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