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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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Australia's cultural and strategic ties lie in the Western world and its economic links are overwhelmingly in North Asia. So what is Southeast Asia to Australia? Why does the region matter, and what should Australia do to overcome its long-sightednes... more

Lowy Institute Lead Economist Roland Rajah and Nonresident Fellow Jenny Gordon discuss the economic implications of the expanding conflict in Iran. They put recent events in context, unpacking how we should understand and address the ongoing geoecono... more

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To mark International Women’s Day, Lowy Institute fellows Susannah Patton and Serena Sasingian speak with Lydia Khalil in a wide-ranging discussion on women in international relations. They explore how gender equality strategies fit into realist powe... more

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the Lowy Institute in Sydney for a special event on Wednesday 4 March 2026.

Speaking at a moment of acute global uncertainty, Prime Minister Carney reiterated his argument that the rules-based internationa... more

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Jenny Gordon
Non-resident fellow at the Lowy Institute; honorary professor at the Australian National University; former chief economist of Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Lowy Institute; Australian National University; DFAT
Episode: One more in a series of shocks: What the Iran conflict reveals about modern geoeconomics
Serena Sasingian
FTC Pacific Research Fellow
The Lowy Institute
Episode: Women, security, power and policy
Susannah Patton
Deputy Research Director and Director of the Southeast Asia Program
The Lowy Institute
Episode: Women, security, power and policy
Mark Carney
Prime Minister of Canada
Government of Canada
Episode: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on sovereignty, middle powers, and dealing with Trump
Ely Ratner
Principal at the Marathon Initiative; former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs
Marathon Initiative
Episode: Ely Ratner: The China challenge — Has America lost its way?
Cameron Hill
Expert from the Development Policy Centre at the Australian National University
Development Policy Centre
Episode: The future of Australian aid
Bridie Rice
CEO of Development Intelligence Lab
Development Intelligence Lab
Episode: The future of Australian aid
Troy Bramston
Distinguished senior writer at the Australian newspaper and author of political biographies, including on Prime Ministers Bob Hawke, Bob Menzies, and Paul Keating.
The Australian
Episode: Troy Bramston: How Gough Whitlam reshaped Australia's place in the world
Cynthia Miller-Idriss
US-based global expert on violent extremism and its prevention, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab.
American University
Episode: Extremism expert: Rising misogyny is fuelling political violence worldwide

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 210 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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One more in a series of shocks: What the Iran conflict reveals about modern geoeconomics
Q: Given the multiple shocks, what practical policy approach should middle powers pursue to improve resilience without sacrificing growth?
Adopt a multi-layered framework that improves productivity, social stability, national security, and environmental outcomes together, rather than choosing between resilience and efficiency; focus on trade and investment cooperation, energy security, and global commons while leveraging existing multilateral architectures and pursuing win-win policy designs.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on sovereignty, middle powers, and dealing with Trump
Q: How should Canada and Australia manage their relationship with China while protecting strategic autonomy?
Engage with clear guardrails, cooperate where interests align (agrifood, clean energy), and avoid over-reliance on any single partner by building diverse, issue-based coalitions.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on sovereignty, middle powers, and dealing with Trump
Q: What is your game plan for handling President Trump and maintaining steady diplomacy?
Maintain respect without obsequiousness, be direct privately, choose language carefully publicly, and use private dialogues to push for frank exchanges while staying true to core positions.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on sovereignty, middle powers, and dealing with Trump
Q: Do you understand the Canadian position regarding Iran's nuclear program and the balance between confrontation and diplomacy?
Canada supports preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and endorses broader diplomacy and de-escalation while emphasizing accountability and the perceived failures of the current international response.
The future of Australian aid
Q: What is the biggest factor you think will shape the future of development in Australia's region?
Climate change, which will be further compounded by AI and its implications for inequality and misinformation.

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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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