
Sky News’ Yalda Hakim and NBC’s Richard Engel have covered world events for years. This is the podcast where they share experiences from the frontline. They debrief from global flashpoints and discuss their encounters with the biggest decision makers. They’ll also be joined by some of those key players to help make sense of world events. From conflict in the Middle East, to the Trump presidency, a... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 88 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Is Trump winding down the war or just playing for time? Did Netanyahu just reveal his grand plan for the Middle East? And how is the conflict is playing out in Lebanon?
Yalda is in Beirut where Israeli bombs continue to devastate the capital. She ha... more
Sky News International Affairs Editor Dominic Waghorn and his team are currently some of the only international journalists inside Iran. The internet is sporadic but they managed to connect with Yalda to bring her news from straight from Iranian capi... more
Is Israel about to occupy Lebanon? Why is Donald Trump sending more troops to the Middle East? And what is it actually like reporting from an active war zone?
Yalda and Richard discuss the latest developments in Iran and what the killing of the coun... more
Who is the new Iranian leader and will he make a difference to the conflict? Trump says the war is "won" but do his team agree? And who is set to gain from the war in Iran?
Yalda is in Qatar and Richard is in Tel Aviv for this week's episode. Qata... more
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The Iranian businessman Yalda claimed to be the key person has a questionable background.
On yr show he claims millions of Iranians are clamoring for the senior citizen son of the former Shah to return and lead the nation. Really ?
He also said he was in Trahir during the revolution in Libya. Except Trahir is where it happened in Egypt.
Instead of asking the real questions of the connection between this guy and Musk and Trump and future of another oil country in the age of a military expansi... more
Unique international look with prescient, smart, analytical reporters we can trust to tell the truth with a sense of shared humanity & a lack of BS.
I guess trust as gone and it will not come back
We have failed Palestine and Ukraine people
Lesson was obvious and clear to see World leaderships failed and passed their faith and trust in USA Bog mistake
And now here we are in hell co created by leaders globally
I believe trust as now gone
You don’t care for humanity all you care about is money and stealing
It’s disgusting and citizens are now awake and I for one have lost trust in global leadership
I listen to this show every day on my way to work very informative
Why are we shocked? He that is the stench of corruption that Blair expels from himself is foul enough The legacy of deaths will always follow his path
Does the man have any care for humanity from my lens he has none !! It’s like inviting death to your home , this grim reaper was always in the background
The stench of death follows him
He will always be there
Lies upon lies upon lies
They must think victims of abuse committed are now forgotten BUT they are not
Too late now Blair your days... more
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This program provides in-depth international coverage led by seasoned frontline reporters, focusing on conflict, diplomacy, and major global flashpoints. Frequent topics include Middle East dynamics, U.S. foreign policy, energy security, and the interplay between geopolitical events and human impact. Renowned guests—ranging from heads of state and intelligence officials to human rights activists and sports governance leaders—help illuminate complex issues with on-the-ground context. The cadence blends on-site reporting, expert analysis, and high-profile interviews, making it a strong pick for listeners who want clear, no-nonsense perspectives on global affairs and policy consequences.
Noteworthy elements include exclusive interviews with i... more
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