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The podcast that discusses global current affairs with women leaders!

Ilana Bet-El chats with wonderfully qualified women experts from around the world in informal but in-depth conversations that explain, analyse and highlight events of the day.

Women Leaders brings incredibly well-informed perspectives to world events: not the news, but what the news means! From geopolitics to security, defence a... more

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In week three of the war started by US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, the main outcome appears to be destruction: of buildings and gas fields and military hardware; of the world energy market; of US credibility. The conflict has spread to Lebanon courte... more

The Islamic revolution that swept Iran in 1979 changed not only that state but also the region, and the world. The current war in and Iran can still be understood as a direct outcome of that event.

The humiliation of the US in 1979 made it implacabl... more

Gisèle Pelicot’s memoir has just been published, and the Jeffrey Epstein files continue to become public. While the admirable Ms Pelicot has become a modern heroine, the two stories have forced a strong focus upon a core common reality: women remain ... more

Iran is at a boiling point. In January mass protests broke out across the country and many thousands of people were wounded and killed — by their own government. US President Trump appeared to egg the protesters on, though no tangible aid or succour ... more

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Recent Guests

Dina Esfandiary
Geoeconomics Editor for Bloomberg
Bloomberg
Episode: Destruction and disorder with Dina Esfandiary
Roxane Farmanfarmaian
An expert on Iran
European Leadership Network
Episode: Iran at a crossroads with Roxane Farmanfarmaian
Rachel Ellehuus
Director General of the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI)
RUSI
Episode: A cracking start to the year with Rachel Ellehuus
Amaka Anku
Head of Africa practice at Eurasia Group
Eurasia Group
Episode: Africa all around with Amaka Auku
Hanna Shelest
Director for Security Studies and Global Outreach at Foreign Policy Council Ukrainian Prism with extensive experience in foreign and security policy.
Foreign Policy Council Ukrainian Prism
Episode: Bad plans come unstuck with Hanna Shelest & Iryna Krasnoshtan
Iryna Krasnoshtan
Political analyst and program director at the International Center for Ukrainian Victory with a background in NATO cooperation.
International Center for Ukrainian Victory
Episode: Bad plans come unstuck with Hanna Shelest & Iryna Krasnoshtan
Kristina Zeleniuk
A Ukrainian journalist with over 14 years of experience, involved in various international projects regarding NATO and Ukrainian politics.
TNS, New Europe Center
Episode: Ukraine inside and out with Kristina Zeleniuk and Kim Barker
Kim Barker
An international correspondent for the New York Times who previously covered Afghanistan and has an extensive background in investigative journalism.
New York Times
Episode: Ukraine inside and out with Kristina Zeleniuk and Kim Barker
Janice Stein
Head of International Affairs at the Munk School of Global Affairs
Munk School of Global Affairs
Episode: Talking about a revolution with Janice Stein

Host

Ilana Bet-El
Host of the conversations, Senior Associate Fellow at ELN, affiliated with European Leadership Network

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Refreshing conversations

    A rare podcast where amazing women have sharp discussions. No cliches, nuance and expertise, real perspectives!

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High-quality, in-depth discussions that go beyond headlines.
Elevates women's leadership and expert analysis in geopolitics.
Thoughtful, nuanced conversations with sharp, informed guests.
Guests bring diverse regional expertise and practical insights into policy.

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#178
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Apple Podcasts
#204
New Zealand/News/Politics

Talking Points

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Destruction and disorder with Dina Esfandiary
Q: What has drawn your attention most about the current phase of the conflict?
The scale and speed of Iran's response, and the way Gulf states are balancing deterrence with engagement, creating a fragile but ongoing dialgoue in a highly volatile environment.
Gisèle Pelicot and opposing objectification with Katrin Bennhold & Elisa Braun
Q: Why did you want to talk about Gisèle Pelicot's story?
As a French woman, the first time I heard about Gisèle Pelicot's story, it was shocking and it was something absolutely unseen that we never thought would be possible in our country.
A cracking start to the year with Rachel Ellehuus
Q: What does the US now make of Africa, Asia, Russia for sure, but that's part of Asia, Eurasia and Europe?
The U.S. seems focused more on immediate periphery issues, though it still perceives China and Russia as significant challenges.
A cracking start to the year with Rachel Ellehuus
Q: What do you think happened in Venezuela?
We're still trying to make sense of that situation, but it seems to have ignited larger questions regarding U.S. foreign policy and its implications for international law.
China watching with Lauren Gloudeman
Q: Are we in a new Cold War between China and the West?
There are divergences in interests, but forming a clear alternative bloc like during the Cold War is challenging due to the complexity of international relationships.

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What is Women Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, globally oriented interview series hosted by a senior fellow at a leading European think tank. Conversations center on geopolitics, security, diplomacy, international development, and media, frequently featuring women leaders and experts who bring deep regional and policy knowledge. Episodes balance historical context with current events, offering nuanced analysis rather than surface-level headlines and often highlighting leadership styles, governance, and the role of women in global affairs. Noteworthy is the recurring focus on Ukraine, the Middle East, NATO, and U.S. foreign policy, with guests drawn from think tanks, UN bodies, journalism, and diplomacy, creating a rigorous, insightful, and accessible lens on contemporary w... more

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