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World Leader Leaderboard

TLDR News
Donald Trump
Ukraine
Iran
Keir Starmer
European Union
Emmanuel Macron
Vladimir Putin
United States
Turkey
Russia
China
Xi Jinping
Ursula Von Der Leyen
Benjamin Netanyahu
NATO
Gaza
Israel
Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Japan
Germany

Find out which heads of government are doing well, and who’s doing badly, each week on TLDR’s World Leader Leaderboard. Join Jack Kelly and the TLDR team for a lighthearted discussion about world politics. Published every Wednesday.

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Recent Guests

Andres Kulbergs
Latvian Prime Minister
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Episode: What's Gone Wrong in Germany?
Shashank Joshi
Washington Bureau Chief for The Economist
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Episode: Why the EU has Rallied Around Spain
Ben Blissett
Special correspondent in Scotland
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Episode: How Long Has Starmer Got Left?

Hosts

Zach
Host/Co-host on World Leader Leaderboard; TLDR team member
Rory Taylor
Co-host; Deputy Editor-in-Chief at TLDR
Georgina Finley
Host of episodes and guest coordinator; stands in for Jack

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 176 ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    Excellent way of learning about international politics

    While still not sounding like a textbook

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chickenshwarmalover123
    Canada10 months ago
  • Great!

    Great discussion with good insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidDj1235
    Denmark2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great insights and energetic banter make complex topics easy to follow.
Promising episodes; guests and topics feel timely and relevant.
The format is entertaining and informative, with strong host dynamics.
Excellent primer on international politics with engaging, accessible explanations.

Chart Rankings

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

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#136
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#231
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#232
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Talking Points

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Is Iran Headed for Civil War?
Q: What should the regime do amidst the current turmoil?
Zach suggests they should look for a means of compromise rather than pursuing further repression, as there are no good options left, the economy continues to worsen.
Is Iran Headed for Civil War?
Q: What do you think the regime will do moving forward, considering their current situation?
Zach believes they may double down on repression, as they seek to hold onto power without making significant concessions.
Did Trump Swing the Election for Milei?
Q: What has Trump's reaction been to the collapse of the Gaza ceasefire?
He has lent his support to Netanyahu for actions following the incidents and remains preoccupied with various international tensions.
Will Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Last?
Q: Does this last?
The question really that will dictate whether he continues to ascend up the board though is if this and other deals will stick.
Why the Iran Strikes were Good News for Kim Jong Un
Q: How has the NATO summit impacted Ukraine and Zelenskyy's standing?
Zelenskyy has seen a reaffirmation of NATO's support, including potential military aid from the U.S.

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A weekly, panel-driven take on global politics that ranks world leaders by recent actions, with a lighthearted, game-like format. Hosts debate long-term geopolitical trends, leadership fortunes, and policy consequences, weaving in humor, audience input, and promotional bits for related media and memberships. Notable threads include the Arctic race, European dynamics, US–Iran–Israel tensions, and the balance between democratic and autocratic governance. The show stands out for its accessible banter, recurring “board” metaphor, and cross-pollination with a print magazine and membership program, which adds depth for listeners who value quick geopolitical reads plus deeper analyses.

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