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The Munk Debates podcast is an extension of the main stage events - in subject, speaker selection, tone and format. It will introduce the iconic brand - and its engaging debates about significant issues of our time. Audiences will hear strong and passionate arguments from both sides of an issue so they will have enough information to make up their own minds about where they stand.

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Rudyard and Janice begin today's show unpacking Trump's increasingly erratic behaviour. A Truth Social post attacking Rob Reiner was followed by the Trump appointed board voting to add his name to the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Topping t... more

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On this special podcast episode we are sharing the opening statements from the Munk Debate on the Two-State Solution which took place on December 3rd in front of an audience of 3,000 people at Toronto’s Meridian Hall.

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Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bests... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Coyne
Journalist at The Globe and Mail
Episode: Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Mark Carney's economic plan to get Canada back on track
Oren Cass
Founder and Chief Economist of American Compass
American Compass
Episode: Munk Debates Podcast: Trump's trade wars with Jared Bernstein and Oren Cass
Jared Bernstein
Former Chair of President Biden's Council of Economic Advisors
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Stephen Walt
Robert and Renee Belfour Professor of International Affairs at Harvard's Kennedy School
Harvard University
Episode: Munk Debates Podcast: Stephen Walt and Evelyn Farkas on Trump's plan for Ukraine and the changing world order
Evelyn Farkas
Executive Director of the McCain Institute at Arizona State University and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia
McCain Institute
Episode: Munk Debates Podcast: Stephen Walt and Evelyn Farkas on Trump's plan for Ukraine and the changing world order
Megan McArdle
Columnist at The Washington Post, focusing on business, economics and public policy
The Washington Post
Episode: Munk Debate Podcast: Elon Musk embraces the far-right and Trump ends DEI
Zack Beauchamp
Senior Correspondent at Vox, covering challenges to democracy and right-wing populism
Vox
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Anna Lussenburg
Professional child care and family intervention specialist.
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Sarah Ockwell Smith
Well-known parenting expert and popular child care author, founder of the gentle parenting movement.
Author
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Hosts

Rudyard Griffiths
Chair of The Munk Debates, he offers engaging and often provocative perspectives on global affairs, often discussing political and social issues.
Janice Stein
Co-host and founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs, providing insightful analysis on international relations and domestic issues.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 827 ratings
  • Can’t take the TDS

    I’m no Trump sycophant, but the consistent display of Trump arrangement syndrome has driven me away from what used to be a good podcast. Every silly thing the man does is not the end of the world or a reason to question his mental capacity.

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    g0tspeed
    United States6 days ago
  • Sometimes Off the Wall

    I enjoy listening when there are guests, but some of Rudyard’s takes are off the wall. His latest take on the war in Ukraine sounds like he’s repeating Russian state propaganda. He contradicts himself and exposes his own lack of empathy and critical thought. He shows a general lack of understanding of the contexts that generate our current problems.

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    Nutsocrazy
    Canadaa month ago
  • Great Podcast

    This is a great place to get a balance of international and Canadian-focused issues, through a critical lense. Rudyard, Janice and Andrew offer some great perspectives.

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    jasonmcs
    Canadaa month ago
  • Should be renamed the Trump derangement podcast

    This used to be an interesting podcast with two erudite people debating a range of global issues. Now it’s just wall to wall commentary on Trump bashing. We get it, he’s crazy. Move on you’re boring.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jct67
    Australia2 months ago
  • If you’re looking for unbiased intellectual debate avoid

    When it comes to the Middle East, Rudyard and most of his guests are at best ignorant and irresponsible and at worst disingenuous racist propagandists masquerading as intellectuals. Not sure which is worse. Either way, if you are looking for genuine unbiased intellectual debate you will not find it here.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Paytmerrr
    Canada2 months ago

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Some listeners express frustration over the hosts' dynamics, particularly citing interruptions as a concern.
Overall, feedback indicates a desire for more robust and balanced debates while appreciating the depth of analysis provided.
Reviewers often highlight the podcast's thoughtful discussions and engaging debates on pressing issues.

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Talking Points

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Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: we are living through the golden age of conspiracy theories
Q: Do you think it has something to do with the extent to which people do not want to believe things that they feel are contrary to their interests?
Coyne suggests that many people reject inconvenient truths because they contradict their beliefs or interests, which is particularly evident among conservatives.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: we are living through the golden age of conspiracy theories
Q: What is this moment that we're in?
Coyne posits that modern conspiracy theories resonate with people's feelings of disempowerment and their desire for contrarianism, reflecting a broader societal trend.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Mark Carney's economic plan to get Canada back on track
Q: What about immigration? Because the Carney government is indicating that they want to bring immigration down from a historic high right now.
Coyne discusses the implications of reducing immigration, suggesting that while managing immigration levels is important, a shortage of labor will arise over the long-term due to population aging.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Mark Carney's economic plan to get Canada back on track
Q: What's your sense, Andrew? Maybe, look, thrown speeches are political documents.
Coyne suggests that the throne speech is limited, noting that it lacks attention to productivity, which is essential for Canada's economic growth.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: The Crisis of Canadian Democracy
Q: What do we do to ensure that nominations are more democratic?
Reforming the nomination processes to restore legitimate contests at the local level and reducing the control of party leaders over candidate selections are essential.

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8. Anna Lussenburg

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