The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim
Sky NewsSky 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 | 92 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureNewsNews Commentary | |||
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More than eight weeks into the war in Iran, an unlikely country has emerged as the go-between for the two sides: Pakistan. How did General Asim Munir emerge as both the Trump and Iran whisperer?
Yalda explains to Richard how this came about and why ... more
On Saturday 25 April armed terrorists rode into the capital of Mali in West Africa.
Al Qaeda affiliated jihadists now say they are going to launch a total siege of the capital – home to some four million people.
Who are these jihadists? What do t... more
With Trump saying the ceasefire with Iran is 'extended', how could this conflict end? And what are the long-term implications for the region, and who will dominate – Israel or Iran?
Richard is joined by Hamidreza Azizi, an Iranian analyst and Visiti... more
On Wednesday 8 April, more than 300 people were killed after Israel launched ‘100 strikes in 10 minutes’ in Lebanon during what is being dubbed ‘Black Wednesday’. What exactly unfolded that day?
Yalda has spent time with those who witnessed the att... 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
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Japan4 months ago - Smart, Informative, Personal
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.
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United States4 months ago - Trust is gone
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
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United Kingdom5 months ago - Excellent podcast
I listen to this show every day on my way to work very informative
Apple Podcasts5Midtown North 2643United States7 months ago - When you invite death lord in
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
Apple Podcasts5lovealways#United Kingdom7 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #161 | United States/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #20 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #73 |  Canada/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #208 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #120 |  Italy/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #133 |  Germany/News/News Commentary |
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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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2. Hamidreza Azizi
3. Dominic Waghorn
4. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani
5. Sir Richard Moore
6. Gianni Infantino
7. Mahsa Alimardani
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