Rephonic
Artwork for This Week Explained

This Week Explained

Leon Media Network
Ukraine
Russia
Iran
Israel
Gaza
United States
China
Hamas
Middle East
NATO
Taiwan
Donald Trump
Hezbollah
North Korea
Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Venezuela
Syria
Yemen
Ecuador
Trump Administration

The world is accelerating. How do you separate the signal from the noise? Headlines tell you what happened; "This Week Explained" reveals why it matters and what happens next. This is the essential weekly briefing for leaders, policymakers, and professionals who need to see around the corner. Join Kervin and Tiana as they go beyond the surface-level news to dissect the strategic calculations, econ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes238Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
News CommentaryNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for This Week Explained

Latest Episodes

The CIA flies to Moscow, US strikes hit Iran, and Washington and Beijing purge their military commands. We break down a volatile week in global security.

Global security architectures are fracturing under the weight of static fronts and shifting al... more

No missiles fired this week, yet it may be the most dangerous one this year. Fuel shortages, a quiet standoff, and NATO's eastern flank collide. The front line in Ukraine barely moved this week, and that's exactly why it matters. Both militaries have... more

Talks stalled and tankers burned. U.S. strikes on Iran paused Saturday night, and the Houthis floated a toll on twelve percent of world trade.

The negotiating tables are quiet and the sea lanes are not. Russia's largest Black Sea oil terminal goes d... more

Two American soldiers are dead, Hormuz is closed, and Kyiv's government is in crisis. Plus why the election speech didn't match its own documents.

The ceasefire with Iran is dead, and two American families are receiving folded flags. Ukraine just ha... more

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
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.

This Is Important
This Is ImportantiHeartPodcasts
American History Hotline
American History HotlineScratch Track Productions
The Ezra Klein Show
The Ezra Klein ShowNew York Times Opinion

Recent Guests

Tim Thomas
Veteran, creator of recovery programs for veterans, breathwork advocate
Australian veteran recovery initiatives
Episode: One Breath at 2 A.M. Changed Everything | Former Special Forces on Survival
Roc Morin
Documentarian and producer of the documentary 'Meduza'
Episode: Meduza: Finding Meaning in the Cycle of Conflict
Alex VanHouten
Exercise scientist and founder of SpyFit, expert in kinesiology and clinical psychology.
SpyFit
Episode: The Intelligence of Health: Fitness as National Security
Steve Lazarus
Former FBI agent sharing his experiences
Author of 'Call Me Sonny'
Episode: From Counterterrorism to Crime Fiction: The Extraordinary Journey of Retired FBI Special Agent Steve Lazarus
Logan Phillips
Author and Military Major
Military
Episode: Exploring Geopolitical Developments in Russia, Ukraine, Israel, and More

Hosts

Tiana
Co-host and show presenter with ongoing leadership in guiding analysis and episode structure.
Kervin
Co-host providing contextual read and counterpoints, framing analyses and ensuring balanced viewpoints.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Bias?

    Regarding your podcast on Nov 17th, you went on incessantly about how Trump could be implicated in the Epstein Files fallout, but you never brought up that they Biden Administration had these files for four years. Don’t you think that if there was damming information re Trump they would have used it? They tried everything else to discredit him.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DonKHote
    United States9 months ago
  • My go-to

    Must listen if you want to learn more on the geopolitics front, and more importantly, how it affects us here in the U.S.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starksfor3
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

    Great show. Level headed and as unbiased as possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabrown100
    United States2 years ago
  • Keep it coming

    Very informative, balanced and non-ideological. I love that they differentiate between their options and analysis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brendan ki
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Info; Doesn’t Flow, Audio Issues

    The info is pretty good, but doesn’t flow and makes it a tough listen. The female host’s comments aren’t helpful and digresses so much, it’s difficult to follow. Her editorial snarky comments combined with her laugh and voice modulation (audio engineering maybe?) makes it difficult to listen to and quite frankly, hard to take her seriously. It would be a more effective pod if it was just a monologue with guests occasionally. Also need to know more about their background (quick google and couldn’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CheeryPolitico
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Covers geopolitics with clear implications for business and policy.
Audio quality and flow sometimes challenged by editorial style.
Smart, concise global brief with strong analytical depth.
Balanced, informative, though some listeners feel bias varies by host.
Lively, thoughtful discussions that connect events to strategic outcomes.

Top News Commentary Podcasts

The Ben Shapiro Show
The Ben Shapiro ShowThe Daily Wire
Pivot
PivotNew York Magazine
The Dan Bongino Show
The Dan Bongino ShowCumulus Podcast Network | Dan Bongino
The Tucker Carlson Show
The Tucker Carlson ShowTucker Carlson Network
The Matt Walsh Show
The Matt Walsh ShowThe Daily Wire
The Glenn Beck Program
The Glenn Beck ProgramMercury Radio Arts
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own WordsVictor Davis Hanson | The Daily Signal
The Rush Lindell Show
The Rush Lindell ShowThe Rush Lindell Show

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Machine Predictions: How Downstream Intelligence is Predicting the Future
Q: Could you walk me through that moment? I mean, was that an instant reaction that people had to your account, or did it take some time?
They were building their account for about 12 days and had some initial success with predictions, building excitement around their model before they accurately predicted the capture of Maduro in Venezuela.
New Cold Wars? A look at Global Power Plays from Alaska to the Middle East
Q: What does the US designation of drug cartels as terrorist organizations mean?
It allows the US government to take a stronger stance against these groups using all elements of American power, escalating the fight against the cartels from a law enforcement issue to a national security one.
New Cold Wars? A look at Global Power Plays from Alaska to the Middle East
Q: What is going on with Ukraine's situation right now?
Ukraine is in a very difficult position regarding the talks and any potential ceasefire, as President Zelensky insists that any solution must include Ukraine's consent and that territorial concessions are constitutionally prohibited.
Journeying Through Stories and Borders with Miles Spencer
Q: Would you say that you wanting to learn was the thing that helped you out the most in identifying these aspects of the culture?
Yes, curiosity and a willingness to learn were crucial for understanding different cultural perspectives.
Journeying Through Stories and Borders with Miles Spencer
Q: What was the most significant thing you've learned, that you learned through that journey?
The most significant thing Miles learned was about the depth of his ignorance regarding other cultures and their shared stories.

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 This Week Explained

What is This Week Explained about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two host dynamic, data-driven geopolitical briefings that dissect global events through economic, military, and strategic lenses. Episodes frequently cover energy flows, sanctions, diplomacy, and alliance shifts with a focus on what it means for leaders and decision-makers. A notable strength is the tight, host-led analysis that connects developments across regions (Europe, Middle East, Asia, and the Western Hemisphere) to broader incentives and outcomes, often highlighting timing, leverage, and governance challenges. The show stands out for treating geopolitics as a systems problem, offering practical takeaways for professionals evaluating risk, policy, and market implications. Potential listeners who want succinct, high-signal context wit... more

Where can I find podcast stats for This Week Explained?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for This Week Explained. 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 This Week Explained and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does This Week Explained get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for This Week Explained, 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 This Week Explained?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for This Week Explained, 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 This Week Explained have?

To see how many followers or subscribers This Week Explained 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 This Week Explained?

These podcasts share a similar audience with This Week Explained:

1. The President's Daily Brief
2. This Is Important
3. American History Hotline
4. Throughline
5. The Ezra Klein Show

How many episodes of This Week Explained are there?

This Week Explained launched 5 years ago and published 238 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 This Week Explained?

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 This Week Explained?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for This Week Explained 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 This Week Explained?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of This Week Explained. 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 This Week Explained?

Recent guests on This Week Explained include:

1. Tim Thomas
2. Roc Morin
3. Alex VanHouten
4. Steve Lazarus
5. Logan Phillips

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