The longest running independent international affairs podcast features in-depth interviews with policymakers, journalists and experts around the world who discuss global news, international relations, global development and key trends driving world affairs. Named by The Guardian as "a podcast to make you smarter," Global Dispatches is a podcast for people who crave a deeper understanding of international news.
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Global Dispatches Podcasts
Catch Rania Khalek's Dispatches for insight, analysis, investigations, interviews and on the ground reports on global issues from a left perspective.
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Whetstone Audio Dispatch is a series of remarkable one-off episodes about global foodways exploring community, climate, activism and politics brought to you by journalists and reporters from around the world. Think of it as a storytelling popup, a one-pot feast serving up fresh ideas and best-in-class reportage about current events, food sovereignty, seed keeping, food origins, ancestral recipes and culinary anthropology. Hosted by Whetstone founder Stephen Satterfield. Whetstone Audio Dispa ...
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Policy Dispatch: The FORESIGHT podcast on the policies underpinning the energy transition
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From FORESIGHT Climate & Energy, Policy Dispatch is a podcast all about the policies that underpin the energy transition. This is what will make or break the global decarbonisation effort. Through biweekly, short-but-sweet episodes, the Policy Dispatch will aim to explain what governments in the globe’s key markets are doing to boost clean energy and create sustainable ecosystems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Canadian BASED news and political analysis from a Christian perspective.
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With more than 100 global partners, Via is reimagining public mobility. Each week, a new leader in transportation sits down with us for a brief conversation about what's next in transit, and what they're doing to reinvent how the world moves. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Culture Jamming! Flash Mobs! Occupations! A series of podcasts hosted by Pablo Kala on the rich variety of resistance against injustice taking place around the world.
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Battle Lines is The Telegraph’s foreign policy, geopolitics and global conflict podcast. It offers expert analysis and on-the-ground reporting everywhere from China and the United States to the Middle East and Europe. Twice a week, veteran foreign correspondents Roland Oliphant and Venetia Rainey bring you on-the-ground dispatches from the world’s most volatile regions and informed analysis from world-class experts. Whether it’s the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Gaza conflict, Chinese aggre ...
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Dispatches with Hollie McKay is where on-the-ground reporting meets real talk, no fluff, no agenda—just raw, unfiltered stories from the far corners of the world. Every week, I dive into the headlines that should be making news, the hidden humanitarian crises, and the extraordinary resilience of people too often forgotten. Alongside risk analyst Dennis Santiago, we’ll unpack global events, challenge narratives, and throw in a few personal picks—because sometimes, after covering war zones, yo ...
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Welcome to Diplomatic Dispatch, a new podcast series by Radio Canada International. My goal is to bring you insights into Canada’s foreign, defence and development policy. I’ll discuss Canada’s global role through interviews with policy makers, former and serving diplomats and soldiers, academics and think tank experts, humanitarian workers, civil society activists and entrepreneurs. What is Canada’s foreign policy? How should Canada conduct its foreign policy? Who should conduct that policy ...
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Our weekend programme comes live from Monocle’s radio studio in Zürich, where Tyler Brûlé and a panel of special-guest thought leaders discuss key topics in front of a studio audience.
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Join Jason Poblete, international law, policy and national security expert, as he breaks down the legal, policy, and geopolitical battles shaping our world. From defending political prisoners to confronting authoritarian regimes, Poblete Dispatches delivers sharp analysis on human rights, economic security, and the rule of law. Whether you're a policymaker, legal professional, or someone who cares about freedom, this podcast offers insightful conversations and actionable intelligence on the ...
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We take an irreverent look at daily global events from a uniquely American perspective. While most podcasts cover domestic drama and clickbait, we provide real stories worth actually caring about. Your host Vic has traveled to 105 countries, holds a BA in international relations, and MBA, and been a contributor to Soldier magazine. He uses credible foreign sources to discuss major international stories before they become headline news at CNN or Fox. Tune in daily to find out what's really go ...
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The Bear Market Brief (BMB) podcast explores politics, economics, and their intersection in Russia, Ukraine, and the post-Soviet space. bearmarketbrief.substack.com
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Welcome to ‘Energy Unplugged by Aurora’, a mix of in-depth conversations with key international industry leaders, policymakers, and academics, sharing their unique perspectives on the global energy transition. Hosted by various Aurora experts, we explore the hottest topics and trends across the energy landscape. From renewables, battery storage, and grid integration, to hydrogen, commodity markets, and technology innovation, our high-profile guests weigh in with their valuable insights. Stay ...
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Ink & Irony by EditorialCartoons.ai delivers the day’s top stories—one cartoon at a time. Powered by EditorialCartoons.ai, this daily podcast dives into the boldest, funniest, and most thought-provoking editorial cartoons from around the world. From politics to pop culture, we break down how artists are drawing the lines that shape public opinion. Whether you’re a news junkie, satire lover, or visual storytelling enthusiast, join us each day for a sharp dose of commentary with a sketch of wit.
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Science, history, adventure, politics, and technology converge on the Antarctic Report podcast. Each week you’ll hear from an international expert with a compelling story on Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.
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Ice is ready and welcome to the Empty Netters Podcast! We're brothers who played hockey in global showcases, elite prep schools, and top level juniors, before flaming out into the beer leaguers who sit before you. Now we're podcast hosts bringing you the best news, analysis, & interviews in the hockey world. From Jack Eichel to PK Subban to Jeremy Swayman to Chris Chelios, Empty Netters is the place where the biggest names in the sport come to talk hockey, play games, and snap it around tape ...
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Stories are all around us. Digital media has changed the landscape for creators, media professionals, journalists, marketers, and YOU, worldwide. Welcome to Digital Narrative. On this podcast, we discuss compelling case studies and empathy-driven storytelling techniques that create real-world impact. Join this hub for intentional conversation, focused on surfacing best practices and innovative new takes on the most elemental forms of human communication: storytelling and visual arts. In each ...
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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life. Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchres ...
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"Embrace the Challenge, Ignite the Triumph" Meet Todd Blyleven: TEDx Speaker, former athlete, and heroic Las Vegas mass shooting survivor. Hosting 'I'm Going In' and co-hosting 'Walking Tall Movement' podcasts, Todd invites inspiring guests to share stories of resilience. His mission? Empower those knocked down by trauma, break mental health stigmas, and spread global resilience. Join Todd's transformative journey from the baseball field to facing tragedy, and discovering the strength to ris ...
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Distinguished speakers from government, academic organizations, and the business community present timely lectures on international events affecting our lives. For more information: www.waccharleston.org
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Can a Series of Global AI Summits Actually Shape the Rules that will Govern the World’s most Powerful Technology?
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27:25In 2023, the United Kingdom hosted the world’s first major international summit on the risks of advanced artificial intelligence. That Bletchley Park gathering kicked off a series of high-profile summits — in Seoul in 2024, in Paris earlier this year, and with India set to host the next in 2026. But here’s the big question: are these summits actual…
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Dispatches from Helsinki and Galicia in our global round-up
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58:46Emma Nelson is joined by David Bodanis and Vincent McAviney to review the week’s news. We also hear from Petri Burtsoff in Helsinki and Tyler Brûlé in Galicia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Monocle
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Why No Military Intervention Against Israel? Hypocrisy of ‘Responsibility to Protect’
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44:54The Western elite once claimed ignorance during the Holocaust. Today, Israel’s genocide in Gaza unfolds in full view, yet nothing is done. The most powerful states arm the perpetrator while the “Responsibility to Protect” doctrine they have long celebrated is now ignored, except where it continues to serve the U.S. empire. Historian Tarik Cyril Ama…
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Binge-watching options: The Pitt, Alien: Earth, Dept Q
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5:21In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? John Maytham chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: - The Pitt (Showmax) - Alien: Earth (Disney+) Dept Q (Netflix) Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is…
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G20 Desk with RMB & FNB: Civil society heard
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6:12Hosted in Africa for the first time, this year’s G20 summit focuses on solidarity, equality and sustainability. Bringing you news and insights from the summit, tune into the G20 correspondence desk brought to you by RMB and FNB, proud sponsors of this year’s G20 summit. The C20 released its first draft policy proposals from its working groups this …
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What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: Bosa and Rise Mzansi reflect on one year in GNU
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9:41Lester Kiewit speaks to Tara Roos, CapeTalk commentator and Business Day Political Correspondent, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including: Both Build One South Africa (BOSA) and Rise Mzansi holding press conferences marking one year in Parliament and reflecting on the GNU; the Ad hoc committee on SAPS corruption reconvening to fin…
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A World View from London: The gamer who heard a murder
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5:12A Ukrainian saboteur of gas pipeline; the gamer who heard a murder of a woman in Finland; the world’s oldest person just tumed 116. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Mor…
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Game on! Springboks vs Wallabies in Cape Town
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5:49John Maytham speaks to Tim Cocker of Eggchasers Rugby (YouTube) ahead of the Springbok’s second Castle Lager Rugby Championship test match against The Wallabies, taking place in Cape Town. Cocker was in Australia following the British and Irish Lions tour and has kept watch on the Australian team’s resurgence following a drop in form. Good Morning …
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Residents invited to influence City’s traffic calming strategy
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7:41The City of Cape Town invites residents and interested parties to have their say on the updated draft Traffic Calming Policy which aims to make streets safer for everyone from pedestrians and cyclists to drivers. John Maytham speaks to Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, about the key changes in the policy, how citi…
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The future of Lansdowne Tennis Club: City of Cape Town responds
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8:14Is the City of Cape Town ignoring the needs of less affluent communities when it comes to sports and recreation facilities. This was a sentiment expressed by listeners following a recent interview with Lansdowne Tennis Club, which faces an uncertain future if the land there is disposed of by the City of Cape Town. John Maytham speaks to Francine Hi…
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South African thriller Hunting Jessica Brok hits cinemas today
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11:07Hunting Jessica Brok, South Africa’s homegrown thriller, hits SterKinekor cinemas today. John Maytham speaks to director Alastair Orr about the making of the film, starring Danica De La Rey Jones as a retired special forces agent navigating dangerous criminals and the African wilderness, and also featuring Hlubi Mboya and Richard Lukunku. Orr share…
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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Soldier sentenced in NZ military espionage case
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4:22A soldier has been sentenced in New Zealand’s first military espionage conviction; Australia Prime Minister under attack from Israel’s Netanyahu; and the postman who took down some washing earns praise. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. Th…
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In his desperate attempt to win the Nobel Peace Prize, President Trump claims to have ended at least six wars around the world. But how does that stack up in reality? In this episode Roland Oliphant hears from Telegraph correspondents Adrian Blomfield and Sarah Newey alongside Caucasus expert James Kilner about Trump’s actual involvement, or not, i…
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CANADA IS CLOWN WORLD! CAN PIERRE FIX IT?
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1:11:42Liberty Dispatch ~ August 21, 2025 In this episode of Liberty Dispatch, hosts Andrew DeBartolo and Matthew Hallick discuss Pierre Poilievre’s recent by-election blowout victory and why he and his “con”-servatives are likely incapable of taking Canada out of the upside down. For full access to all our content, including the extended interviews, beco…
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Mystery Alaska Celebrates Adultery | EP.222
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1:35:25The boys of winter up in Mystery Alaska are taking on the New York Rangers with their pride on the line? You better believe the guys rewatched this movie, along with Daily Friday Podcast Host Jack Lawler, who had never seen the film. If you loved the Mighty Ducks rewatches from last summer, you are going to love this. They hand out all their awards…
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Plan B with Rebecca Davis: Less accountability in private political funding
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14:15In this edition of Plan B, Rebecca Davis discusses with John Maytham why we should be concerned about the news that President Cyril Ramaphosa has quietly signed a proclamation which doubles the threshold for political parties declaring donations; according to a YouGov survey 17% of Britons have reported having defeated their nemesis; and US restaur…
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Emerging economies – Focus on India: Vote theft allegations
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5:33John Maytham speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University, about: India’s opposition has claimed that massive vote theft took place to benefit Narenda Modi and the BJP in 2024 elections; outcry over Supreme Court directive to remove stray dogs from streets; India and China move close…
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A World View from London: Israel prepares for military operation in Gaza
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5:58An Israeli military build-up ahead of an operation into Gaza City), devastating rainfall in India following fatal flooding in Pakistan, and a world of espionage revealed in a high-profile spying cases in three countries. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the C…
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How does SA Rugby justify high ticket prices for test series
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9:28Many rugby fans have chosen not to buy tickets for the Rugby Championsip, citing high ticket prices, and this has meant that the test matches have not been sold out. John Maytham speaks to Andy Colquhoun, General Manager of corporate affairs at the South African Rugby Union. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk bre…
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Eskom unveils program to sell solar energy to big users
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9:12John Maytham speaks to Devilliers Botha, Deputy Chairperson of the Governing Committee of SAPVIA and also Chief Commercial Officer of Solareff. They discuss Eskom’s renewable energy offtake program which invites large power users to procure 291MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity through long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) from Eskom-owned…
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Starseed Community School faces third eviction, trapped in zoning catch-22
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7:40Phumza Tshem, teacher and member of the Focus Group school leadership team at Starseed Community School, speaks to John Maytham about the ongoing crisis at the independent, inclusive school in Muizenberg, Cape Town, with fees based on household income. Facing its third eviction in four years, the school is caught in a bureaucratic catch-22, unable …
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NATO Lost in Ukraine and the West Is In Denial, w/ Vijay Prashad
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47:07Trump met with Putin. Hillary Clinton praised his “better understanding” of Ukraine. Europe bowed its head and posed for a photo. And Ukraine? Still collapsing — politically and militarily. After terrible human suffering, the war is lost, arms control is dead, and sanctions have failed. Meanwhile, BRICS can’t stop U.S. rampaging in the Middle East,…
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What can one do if one’s social media profile has been cloned
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13:11Fraudsters have been creating duplicate profiles of user accounts on social media platforms such as Facebook, often with nefarious intent. Despite reporting such fake accounts to the administrators, little action seems to be taken, leaving users disappointed and angry. John Maytham speaks to Steven Powell, Head of Forensics at ENSAfrica, to ask whe…
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A World View from London: Mobile church crossing a Swedish town
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5:31A young MP in Finland commits suicide in their parliament building; three people rescued on Inflatables that were blown out to sea in Scotland; and a mobile church is rumbling across a town in Sweden. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast sh…
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Doubling of party-political funding threshold is a setback to democracy
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6:12John Maytham speaks to Joel Bregman, the My Vote Counts project lead on money in politics, about why the president’s doubling of the disclosure threshold and annual donation limit in the Political Funding Act (PFA) is a blow to democracy. The new annual donation limit will be R30million, up from R15million, and the new disclosure threshold will be …
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Magistrates in showdown with president over salary increase demands
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10:37John Maytham speaks to Hein Louw of the Association of Regional Magistrates of Southern Africa (Armsa) about why they are taking legal action to force the president to approve their salary increases as their workloads skyrocket, and risks to their safety remain a daily reality following recent court shootings. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kie…
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Lansdowne Tennis Club is at risk of closing down if the City of Cape Town goes ahead with disposing the property it is currently based at. Despite being in a poor state, there are still many youngsters who enjoy playing tennis there, and who will lose out if the club had to close. John Maytham speaks to Liuschen Ackerman, interim chair of Lansdowne…
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GroundUp News: City of Cape Town’s “pro-poor” budget set for court challenge
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7:14GroundUp journalist Steven Kretzmann speaks to John Maytham about the urgent court challenge brought by major commercial property owners against Cape Town’s new “Invested in Hope” budget. Valued at R40-billion over three years and framed as a pro-poor initiative, the budget was revised after heavy criticism to reduce the new cleaning tariff, raise …
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