Best Netherlands Current Affairs Podcasts (2025)

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Thailand’s PM is suspended by court 42:50

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1h ago42:50

42:50

As Paetongtarn Shinawatra is suspended by Thailand’s court, we discuss what this means for the country. Plus: the China-Brazil partnership, the new face of Maison Margiela and the latest from the world of beer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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What does the future look like for Argentina’s Javier Milei? 58:59

2h ago58:59

58:59

Argentina’s midterm elections are set for October. But will a corruption scandal involving president Milei knock him off course? Then: EU defence ministers gather amid more deadly attacks on Ukraine. Plus: ‘Jaws’ turns 50. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Russia’s UK ambassador summoned over deadly Kyiv strike 37:34

10h ago37:34

37:34

The international community reacts to Russia’s latest assault on Kyiv as Putin rejects the idea of European troops in Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Confidence in national politics vanishes in France and the Netherlands amid cabinet chaos 58:49

3h ago58:49

58:49

We take a closer look at the governments of France and the Netherlands ahead of impending no-confidence motions in both European countries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Why France and the Netherlands can’t get their political acts together 41:02

18h ago41:02

41:02

French and Dutch voters might get their wish for fresh parliamentary elections. But why are they so dissatisfied with the governments that they voted into office? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Leaders of Germany, France and Poland show support for Moldova’s pro-European path 59:51

1d ago59:51

59:51

In a warning to Russia, Moldova welcomes Merz, Macron and Tusk to its independence day celebrations. Then: the fierce diplomatic spat between Australia and Iran. Plus: headlines from the world of aviation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Thousands in Israel stage ‘day of action’ 40:28

2d ago40:28

40:28

As calls for a deal to bring home the hostages erupt into nationwide protests in Israel, Yossi Mekelberg and Julie Norman join Andrew Mueller to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Can talks in Geneva ease Europe and Iran’s nuclear standoff? 58:19

2d ago58:19

58:19

Officials from Germany, France and the UK meet with counterparts from Tehran to continue nuclear talks amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Plus: the Pope’s first international trip and a boom in Thai hospitality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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China says no, could Switzerland step up? Possible peacekeepers in Ukraine 40:13

3d ago40:13

40:13

Our panel of Charles Hecker in London and Emma Nelson in Zurich explore whether peacekeepers in Ukraine should be Nato members or neutral nations - and whether the Swiss might fill the void. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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South Korean summitry from Japan to the US 1:01:07

3d ago1:01:07

1:01:07

South Korea’s new president, Lee Jae-myung, is travelling to neighbouring Japan before a summit with Donald Trump later today in Washington. Both summits pose risks and opportunities for a country in a rocky region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Uitsluiting bij de Jehovah’s Getuigen 47:36

5d ago47:36

47:36

Al een paar jaar probeert een groep ex-Jehovah’s Getuigen het uitsluitingsbeleid bij die Jehovah’s Getuigen aan de orde te stellen. Ze zoeken daartoe ook al jarenlang contact met de Jehovah’s Getuigen, maar hun deur blijft gesloten. Welke wegen kunnen de ex-leden nog bewandelen? Een aanval op de openbaarheid Voor veel burgers en journalisten biedt …

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Twenty-eight countries demand immediate press access to Gaza as the UN declares famine in the enclave 43:33

8d ago43:33

43:33

As outcry erupts over Israel’s actions in Gaza, ‘The National’ editor in chief joins to discuss press freedoms. Plus: Thomas Chatterton Williams’ ‘Summer of Our Discontent’ and is Russia’s Intervision worse than sanctions? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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View from Poland: Russian drone landing and the case of the missing summit invite 58:58

6d ago58:58

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We get the view from Warsaw, which says that a Russian drone likely landed on its soil this week. Meanwhile: recriminations in the Polish capital over a missing invite to the Washington summit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Stubb, Trump and the challenge of negotiating peace today 37:58

9d ago37:58

37:58

Live from Zürich: Eemeli Isoaho and Jessica Bridger on Europe’s bid to make peace and how leaders such as Alexander Stubb fit in. Plus: wildfires and the growing appeal of Silent Book Club. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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US-brokered peace in the DRC crumbles. How will this affect the region’s future? 57:42

10d ago57:42

57:42

M23 rebels kill dozens of civilians in the DRC. Will this undermine the US’s push for peace in the region? Plus: Trump sends naval ships to the edge of Venezuela and Nordic news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Italy’s Giorgia Meloni: Ukraine talks abroad, media disputes back home 37:48

10d ago37:48

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Live from Zürich: Juliet Linley and Marcus Schögel discuss Giorgia Meloni’s role in Ukraine talks, Victorinox’s possible US plans and reports that Pope Leo XIV might soon share his Vatican home with friars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Eastern Europe digests the Ukraine summit and Louis Vuitton’s La Beauté makeup collection takes China 58:58

8d ago58:58

58:58

Former Lithuanian foreign minister Gabrielius Landsbergis issues eastern Europe’s warning to Russia after the Ukraine summit in Washington. Then: Louis Vuitton launches La Beauté and Malaysian cuisine hits your kitchen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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Is a fresh ceasefire between Israel and Hamas possible? 42:14

9d ago42:14

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Hamas accepts a Gaza-ceasefire proposal, will Israel agree to the terms? Then: The UN Interim Force in Lebanon is under threat from Washington. Plus: is your relationship doomed if you meet online? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle

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The Monocle Daily

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Room for Discussion

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3 Crackers, no Cheese

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Thailand’s PM is suspended by court 42:50

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What does the future look like for Argentina’s Javier Milei? 58:59

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Russia’s UK ambassador summoned over deadly Kyiv strike 37:34

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Confidence in national politics vanishes in France and the Netherlands amid cabinet chaos 58:49

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Why France and the Netherlands can’t get their political acts together 41:02

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Leaders of Germany, France and Poland show support for Moldova’s pro-European path 59:51

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Thousands in Israel stage ‘day of action’ 40:28

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Can talks in Geneva ease Europe and Iran’s nuclear standoff? 58:19

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China says no, could Switzerland step up? Possible peacekeepers in Ukraine 40:13

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South Korean summitry from Japan to the US 1:01:07

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Uitsluiting bij de Jehovah’s Getuigen 47:36

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Twenty-eight countries demand immediate press access to Gaza as the UN declares famine in the enclave 43:33

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View from Poland: Russian drone landing and the case of the missing summit invite 58:58

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Stubb, Trump and the challenge of negotiating peace today 37:58

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US-brokered peace in the DRC crumbles. How will this affect the region’s future? 57:42

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Italy’s Giorgia Meloni: Ukraine talks abroad, media disputes back home 37:48

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Eastern Europe digests the Ukraine summit and Louis Vuitton’s La Beauté makeup collection takes China 58:58

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Is a fresh ceasefire between Israel and Hamas possible? 42:14