Rephonic
Artwork for The Ring

The Ring

Euronews
European Union
Ukraine
EU Enlargement
Migration
France, Paris
European Green Deal
EU Migration Policy
Mercosur
Social Media Ban For Minors
Returns
Tehran
Russia
India
Oil and Gas Market
Social Standards/workers' Rights
Defence Spending
Social Model (france)
Return Hubs
Non-Refoulement
Digital Services Act

The Ring is Euronews’ weekly political showdown, where Europe’s toughest debates meet their boldest voices.

In each episode, two political heavyweights from across the EU face off to propose a diversity of opinions and spark conversations around the most important issues of EU affairs and the wider European political life.

Join us every Thursday on your favourite podcast platforms.

Hosted on A... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes17Founded5 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsNews CommentaryPolitics

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Ring

Latest Episodes

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, the impact is being felt far beyond the region — especially on global energy markets. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have tightened supply routes, pushing prices higher and adding new uncertainty for Euro... more

Europe is facing spiralling healthcare costs, driven by an ageing population and the growing burden of chronic diseases. At the same time, demand for cutting-edge treatments is rising — bringing a fundamental question into focus: who should pay for h... more

As the war in Iran enters its second week, the ripple effects are reaching Europe — from rising energy prices to growing security concerns on the EU’s southeastern flank.

Where does Europe stand as the conflict escalates? MEPs Daniel Attard, from t... more

A spiralling conflict has erupted in the Middle East, risking major regional spill-over and dragging in European Union countries.

Was the EU right to refrain from criticising the initial attack on Iran? Are EU nations now inevitably being dragged in... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Hana Jalloul
Spanish MEP from the Socialist and Democrats Group; political scientist and former Secretary of State for Migration in Spain
European Parliament (Socialist and Democrats Group)
Episode: Jalloul vs. Lopatka - Is the EU being dragged into war in the Middle East?
Reinhold Lopatka
Austrian MEP from the European People's Party; Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the Arab Peninsula
European Parliament (European People's Party)
Episode: Jalloul vs. Lopatka - Is the EU being dragged into war in the Middle East?
Petras Auštrevičius
Lithuanian MEP from Renew Europe; foreign affairs and security committees veteran
Renew Europe
Episode: Auštrevičius vs. Veryga: Ukraine in the EU - A question of when or if?
Aurelijus Veryga
Lithuanian MP from European Conservatives and Reformists; advocate for Ukraine support
European Conservatives and Reformists
Episode: Auštrevičius vs. Veryga: Ukraine in the EU - A question of when or if?
Carlos Coelho
Portuguese politician and European Parliament member
European Parliament
Episode: Um travão à extrema-direita — mas a que custo? Confronto eleitoral português
André Franqueira Rodrigues
Portuguese European MP
European Parliament
Episode: Um travão à extrema-direita — mas a que custo? Confronto eleitoral português
Magnus Brunner
Commissioner who commented on the process and implications of third-country return policies
European Commission
Episode: Who decides who belongs in Europe? Safe countries, regularisation and returns
Axel Voss
German MEP, member of the European Parliament, lead rapporteur for EU copyright directive
European People's Party (EPP)
Episode: Online grooming, cyber violence - Is a social media ban the solution?
Christel Schaldemose
Danish MEP, Vice President of the European Parliament, long-standing member of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
Socialists and Democrats (S&D) Group
Episode: Online grooming, cyber violence - Is a social media ban the solution?

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#149
Spain/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#206
Russia/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Margallo vs Zaragoza - [in Spanish] ¿Hacia dónde va España? Una crisis con repercusión europea
Q: ¿La oposición utiliza la justicia como arma política?
Los interlocutores señalan que hay tensiones en torno a la justicia y su uso político, pero la posición exacta varía según el interlocutor y el contexto, con preocupación por la independencia judicial.
Margallo vs Zaragoza - [in Spanish] ¿Hacia dónde va España? Una crisis con repercusión europea
Q: ¿La independencia de Cataluña es un factor clave en esta crisis?
Existe consenso mixto: algunos creen que la independencia catalan es un factor relevante, mientras otros dicen que no es el principal motor de la crisis, dependiendo de cómo se gestionen las alianzas.
Margallo vs Zaragoza - [in Spanish] ¿Hacia dónde va España? Una crisis con repercusión europea
Q: ¿Subestimó Sánchez la importancia de mantener su pacto con Junts?
La respuesta sugiere que la coalición fue crucial para mantener la gobernabilidad, y las tensiones actuales revelan que el mantenimiento de pactos no ha sido sencillo, generando dudas sobre la estabilidad futura.
McAllister vs Botenga - To enlarge or not to enlarge the EU?
Q: Should Turkey join the EU someday, and what about geopolitical considerations?
The discussion leans toward caution on Turkey's accession under current circumstances, emphasizing that assessments must weigh human rights and democratic criteria, while acknowledging strategic considerations.
McAllister vs Botenga - To enlarge or not to enlarge the EU?
Q: Why does the EU face social backlash in enlargement, and how can that be prevented?
The guests argue for stronger social guarantees, convergence of living standards, and measures to prevent social dumping, along with better internal reforms and transparent communication with citizens.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Ring

What is The Ring about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show is a biweekly battleground for Europe-wide policy debates, featuring high-profile European Parliament members, ministers, and other political insiders. Episodes pit two senior voices against each other on timely EU affairs—ranging from enlargement, trade, and digital regulation to migration, defense, and climate policy—often triggering sharp exchanges about strategy, values, and practical impact. Notable strengths include the diverse ideological spectrum, live-format contrasts between center-left and center-right perspectives, and a habit of weighing macro-level interests against national concerns. Listeners likely gain nuanced viewpoints on how EU institutions translate political goals into policy, with recurring themes around go... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Ring?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Ring. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Ring and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Ring get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Ring, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Ring?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Ring, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Ring have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Ring has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Ring?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Ring:

1. Europe Today
2. Brussels Playbook Podcast
3. Reuters World News
4. Global News Podcast
5. The Rest Is Politics: US

How many episodes of The Ring are there?

The Ring launched 5 months ago and published 17 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Ring?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Ring?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Ring from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Ring?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Ring. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Ring?

Recent guests on The Ring include:

1. Hana Jalloul
2. Reinhold Lopatka
3. Petras Auštrevičius
4. Aurelijus Veryga
5. Carlos Coelho
6. André Franqueira Rodrigues
7. Magnus Brunner
8. Axel Voss

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days