Podcast appearances and mentions of megan gibson

On today's episode we are sharing our rope drop strategies for Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom - whether you are purchasing Lightning Lanes or not, or staying on property, we have some things for you to think about!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode Jess is live from WDW - going to all 4 parks, staying at 3 new to me resorts, and enjoying that Florida heat!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are seeing just how Disney obsessed we are (hint: its a lot!) as we take a quiz to determine just who wins that title!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are sharing all the fun coming to Disney this summer, as well as sharing our summer tips to make your trip the best it can be in the heat!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are sharing our true feelings about Epic Universe! I can't wait to talk all about this!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are live from EPIC UNIVERSE at Universal Orlando Resort, which opens to the general public on May 22nd, 2025! We were so fortunate to be able to preview this incredible brand-new theme park and can't wait to share it all with you!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

Overnight, Ukraine and the United States have signed a long-awaited minerals deal. Hannah Barnes is joined by political editor Andrew Marr and international editor Megan Gibson to discuss what this means for Ukraine's security and the future of the conflict with Russia, and later in the episode the team look at Mark Carney's anti-Trump win in Canada and what this means for democracies around the world.Read more: New Statesman International Submit a question for a future episode: You Ask Us Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode Jess is live from Naples, Florida with her son Timothy - it was a packed week full of fun in the sun!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are sharing what we are most excited about for Universal's Epic Universe that is opening on May 22nd 2025! We can't wait to go!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are catching up - on life and news!  Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode, Megan takes you along on her family's Spring Break vacation.  Hear all about her experiences on a Western Caribbean Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode, Jess is live from Sebring & Sarasota Florida for her annual March trip to see cars race, alligators crawl, and celebrate the day of the Irish!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are live from Universal Orlando for the 5th annual Fantastical Vacations Agency meeting! We had such a wonderful time learning and spending time with other agents!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we talk about our upcoming trip to Universal for our annual Fantastical Vacations agency meeting - and share some of our Universal must dos!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode we are sharing what it is like to be a travel agent - the pluses and minuses, the myths, and how we can help you have the best vacation!Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

On today's episode, we're setting sail on the high seas and simplifying all the incredible ships of Disney Cruise Line! From ship size and age to the characters and activities onboard, we'll help you choose the PERFECT Disney Cruise ship for your next adventure.Tune in every Thursday for a new episode of Simplifying the Magic, where Megan and Jess share their passion for Disney and travel, offering expert tips and tricks to make planning your next vacation a breeze!As premier travel agents with Fantastical Vacations, we'd love to help you plan your next getaway! Reach out to us at SimplifyingtheMagic@gmail.com for assistance with Disney, Universal, cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and more!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram:Simplifying the Magic on FacebookSimplifying the Magic on InstagramFind Megan at:Vacations by Megan Gibson on FacebookMegan on InstagramFind Jess at:Jess on FacebookJess on InstagramThank you so much for listening!

We're just two weeks from the 2024 US Presidential election. Donald Trump is up against Kamala Harris. Polls are vanishingly close. They suggest Harris has a 53% chance of moving into the Oval office. But after years of incorrect predictions, can they be trusted?In this episode of Insight, Kate Lamble speaks with Scott Keeter from Pew Research centre as well as the New Statesman's data journalist Ben Walker about what can be gleaned from the polls, and if they are more trustworthy than the past two election cycles. Later on in the programme we hear from the New Statesman's Megan Gibson and Katie Stallard about what, or rather who, doomed Harris from the start. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump has reshaped American politics. But who shaped him? A new film has some answers.The Apprentice, written by Gabriel Sherman and directed by Ali Abasi, charts the rise of a young Trump (Sebastian Stan) under the caustic tutelage of bulldog lawyer Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong). Megan Gibson interviews writer Gabriel Sherman to discuss the creative challenges of putting Trump on screen, and Tom Gatti speaks to New Statesman film critic David Sexton to explore whether star Sebastian Stan is right that “the first three-dimensional portrayal” of Trump has done the presidential candidate a favour.This is the first episode of a new weekly series, Culture from the New Statesman, hosted by Tom Gatti. We would love your feedback on our new episodes, and on the New Statesman podcast in general. Please email your comments to podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk

Welcome to a landmark episode of "She's The Business" podcast! We're hitting the big 200 today, and to celebrate I'm sharing with you a selection of the favourite guest episodes you all have enjoyed over the last few years! It's amazing to think that we've hosted 100 fabulous entrepreneurs on the show, bringing you their inspirational stories and most importantly, their biggest lessons and advice so you can move forward faster in your own business! You've got topics ranging from life transformation, sales strategy, feminine energetics, human design, marketing and hormonal health... literally a treasure trove for every entrepreneur committed to personal and professional growth. In This Episode: Why has "She's The Business" podcast achieved top 5% global ranking? What were the most popular episodes (so you can go back and take a listen!) The best of our guests' tips and advice in snippet format... Favourite listener reviews and why hearing your feedback is so important! Join us as we reminisce on notable episodes, from Kyra Yang on money mindset to Lori Aikman on hormonal health! On sales strategies we have Nikki Rauch, Esther Gretton and Dorothy Villeneuve. On Mindset we have Dr Alex Golden, Eloise Tomkins, Amanda Cole, Bec Cuzzillo. and Megan Gibson. We also have some personal business stories from Zia Nix and Emma Heuston. We also had topics on Energetics as well with Louise Wilson, Jenna Faye Madden, and Lindsay Jani. on practical marketing we have Lisa Twohig,, Molly Frank and Melissa Daniels. Lastly, we also had Health and Wellness topics that are top on charts with Kayla Radliff and Mari Harrison. On sales strategies we have Nikki Rauch, Esther Gretton and Dorothy Villeneuve. On Mindset we have Dr Alex Golden, Eloise Tomkins, Amanda Cole, Bec Cuzzillo. and Megan Gibson. We also have some personal business stories from Zia Nix and Emma Heuston. We also had topics on Energetics as well with Louise Wilson, Jenna Faye Madden, and Lindsay Jani. on practical marketing we have Lisa Twohig,, Molly Frank and Melissa Daniels. Lastly, we also had Health and Wellness topics that are top on charts with Kayla Radliff and Mari Harrison. Whether you're interested in creating curiosity in sales or managing your energy to attract positive outcomes, these reflections will leave you inspired and motivated. Thank you for joining in this milestone celebration! Tune in and discover the essence of what makes our podcast a go-to resource for ambitious women in business. And if you enjoyed it... stay subscribed for the weekly episodes that blend strategy, mindset, health, and success – because celebrating today is just the beginning!

Has there ever been a time in your life when you thought to yourself, who am I?  What am I doing with my life? Or, is this it?  Maybe you have been busy raising your children and are now in a season of life when you are thinking, now what?  If you have had any of those thoughts in your lifetime, this episode will be helpful in putting you back on track, back on the path that was meant for you… one that will bring you joy and fulfillment. Megan Gibson is an Identity + Alignment Coach, Podcaster and Writer. An expert in the transformative journey of deep self-discovery, Megan's specially formulated one-to-one process guides individuals to uncover deeply held intrinsic values and unique gifts. As a mother with grown up children, she understands the importance of leading by example in a world that lacks authenticity and vulnerability. Through the Freed To Be You Podcast, Megan inspires women to imagine a life and business where they no longer have to pretend to be something they're not. Instead, she empowers us to embrace our authentic selves, step out of self abandonment and into full self expression. As a speaker, Megan shares profound insights and practical tools for unlocking personal clarity and emphasises the importance of aligning one's life and business with your values and vision, enabling you to take ownership and create the life you desire.  SOCIAL LINKS WEBSITE https://freedtobeyou.com/ FREEBIE  https://freedtobeyou.com/quiz FACEBOOK GROUP https://www.facebook.com/groups/freedtorediscoveryou FTBY PODCAST  https://freedtobeyou.com/podcast INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/freedtobeyou FACEBOOK  https://www.facebook.com/freedtobeyou PINTEREST  https://www.pinterest.com.au/freedtobeyou YOUTUBE  https://www.youtube.com/freedtobeyou LINKEDIN  https://linkedin.com/in/megangibson3

Have you ever felt like a prisoner of your own mind? Do you feel like you're living with constant thoughts of never feeling enough, trying to make everyone happy, and the pressure of making every little detail in life perfect? If you answered yes to any or all of these, stick around for this episode. I have the pleasure of speaking with Megs about how to live life free from the beliefs that bind us. Megan Gibson is a Life Alignment Coach, Podcaster and Author. An expert in the transformative journey of deep self-discovery, Megan's specially formulated one-to-one process guides individuals to uncover deeply held intrinsic values and unique gifts. As a mother with grown up children, she understands the importance of leading by example in a world that lacks authenticity and vulnerability. Through the Freed To Be You Podcast, Megan inspires women to imagine a life and business where they no longer have to pretend to be something they're not. Instead, she empowers us to embrace our authentic selves, step out of self-abandonment and into full self expression. As a speaker, Megan shares profound insights and practical tools for unlocking personal clarity and emphasizes the importance of aligning one's life and business with your values and vision, enabling you to take ownership and create the life you desire. 00:27 Meg's journey of perfectionism and people-pleasing 05:30 How to unravel limiting beliefs and transform our mindset 10:15 The impacts of our limiting beliefs on relationships 16:30 How to tune into yourself rather than suppress signals 21:30 How to be successful but not go back to perfectionist tendencies 26:20 Self-abandonment 30:55 How to connect with Megs https://freedtobeyou.com/quiz https://www.instagram.com/freedtobeyou https://www.facebook.com/freedtobeyou https://www.pinterest.com.au/freedtobeyou https://www.youtube.com/freedtobeyou Countdown to 100 episodes Giveaway! Week 2: Clarity Call with Elijah Mang Enter to win here! https://drkellykessler.myflodesk.com/giveaway2 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rewiringhealth/support

Special needs parenting is hard! You can get lost in the process of helping your child through all the stages of growing up, and many parents lose themselves along the way. Our guest in this episode, Megan Gibson, understands how parenting challenges can cause a special needs parent to feel like they get lost along the way, and she's made it her mission to help others find the freedom to be themselves. During this interview, Megan emphasizes the importance of staying true to your values and vision as a parent, even in the face of criticism or uncertainty. Throughout the conversation, Megan discusses her relationships, both past and present, highlighting the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people who share your values and vision. She also touches on the difficulty of the transition when your children become more independent and offers guidance on navigating this challenging stage. Overall, Megan's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, self-awareness, and the importance of staying true to your values as a parent. Her story is not just about parenting; it's about personal growth, transformation, and self-discovery. Megan's willingness to share her experiences is both heartwarming and enlightening, offering hope and guidance to others on their parenting and self-improvement journeys.

Does your external world feel in alignment with who you indeed are? In this episode, I welcome the inspiring Megan Gibson, who joins us from the other side of the pond to talk about self-expression, how to put ourselves first without feeling guilty, and the gratifying (yet arduous task) of finding, expressing, and living our life under our true nature's rules. Megs is an Alignment Coach, Writer, and fellow podcaster Host of the Freed To Be You podcast. As an expert in self-actualization, Megan helps women over 40 rediscover who they are and go from Self-abandonment to Self-expression. Throughout this episode, Megan talks about her self-discovery journey and the challenges and lessons that transformed her life and gave her a new purpose, career, and perspective of the world. We also talk about the importance of choosing ourselves first, guilt-free, Megan's coaching style, her podcast, and much more. Tune in to Episode 122 of the Joy Found Here podcast and let Megan tell you why you should choose yourself first and be aligned with your true nature.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Megan shares a bit about her life and how she became who she is (3:00)Why you must stop shoulding all over yourself (7:40)Megan talks about the 180° change in her life (12:20)We are changing constantly, and we must learn to deal with that (17:00)Megan becomes an alignment coach (19:00)Freed To Be You, how it was born, and what is all about (24:10)Megan talks about a surprising discovery she made about herself throughout her journey (33:30)Connect with Megan:LinkedInInstagramListen to the Freed To Be You podcast!Let's Connect:Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How often are you telling yourself things that aren't really true? Those old stories about who you are, what you're not good at, why you can't be/do the things that you want.... this toxic internal dialogue that most of us live with day to day could just be the biggest block to you loving the life you have! It's like having a gang of mean girls following you around the school playground, but we're letting it happen inside our heads! On repeat! No, you're not alone if you experience negative self-talk. My mean inner critic has a name - Vee. Vee is not me. She's trying to keep me safe but by doing so she's also holding me back. Your inner critic might be stopping you from showing up as who you really are in business. Making business feel much more like a job, than a fun and fulfilling lifestyle choice. Today on She's The Business podcast I'm chatting with the amazing Megan Gibson, a multi-time entrepreneur and Life Alignment Coach, who's passionate about empowering women to embrace our authentic selves, step out of self abandonment and into full self expression. She takes us into the realms of the negative self-talk so we can understand: Why we have these negative thoughts What the impact is of allowing them to continue How to address your negative voice so it no longer holds power over you How to step into your life fully and experience fulfilment that you never believed could exist About our guest: Megan Gibson is a Life Alignment Coach, Podcaster, Writer and an expert in the transformative journey of Self Actualisation. With her specially formulated one-to-one process, she guides individuals to uncover deeply held intrinsic values and unique gifts that lie within. She has helped 100's of people move away from Self Abandonment and into their fullest Self Expression in the 8yrs she has been working in the Self Actualisation space. Get ready to be inspired, motivated, and equipped with the tools necessary to navigate your personal journey of self-discovery. Megan will guide you towards a life that honours your authentic self, where clarity, fulfilment, and personal growth become the driving forces behind your success. Connect with Megan: Website: www.freedtobeyou.com Instagram: @freedtobeyou Facebook: @freedtobeyou Pinterest: @freedtobeyou Youtube Channel: @freedtobeyou LinkedIn: @megangibson3 It's time to reveal the big fat lie your inner mean girl has you believing that's keeping you stuck in the passenger seat of your life. Uncover the BS story stopping you from being you. Take the quiz! ........................................................................................ Like this episode? Please give me a 5-star rating and drop me a review! You may be chosen as the review of the month and featured on an upcoming episode! .......................................................................................... Ready to get the clients that actually excite you, and boost the bank balance? It's easier than you think to attract committed, high-value clients into your business every month, happily signing up - without selling your soul on social media. All you need is an aligned strategy so you're reaching the right people and offering what they want! Get the steps to aligning your strategy inside my program, Business JAM. It's the only program for consultants and coaches that helps you tailor your strategy to work best for YOU, your clients and the lifestyle you want to lead! Find out more and get on the waitlist today!

Megan Gibson is a Life Alignment Coach, Podcaster and Author. An expert in the transformative journey of deep self-discovery, Megan's specially formulated one-to-one process guides individuals to uncover deeply held intrinsic values and unique gifts. As a mother with grown up children, she understands the importance of leading by example in a world that lacks authenticity and vulnerability. Through the Freed To Be You Podcast, Megan inspires women to imagine a life and business where they no longer have to pretend to be something they're not. Instead, she empowers us to embrace our authentic selves, step out of self abandonment and into full self expression. As a speaker, Megan shares profound insights and practical tools for unlocking personal clarity and emphasises the importance of aligning one's life and business with your values and vision, enabling you to take ownership and create the life you desire.Connect with Megan:Website: https://freedtobeyou.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedtobeyouFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedtobeyouPinterest https://www.pinterest.com.au/freedtobeyouYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/freedtobeyouLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/megangibson3Christian's links:Health Consulting (book your free 15-min session with me): https://christianyordanov.com/health-consulting/Children's health consulting (autism, ADHD, gut dysfunction etc.): https://christianyordanov.com/childrens-health-consulting/Pregnancy preparation and recovery health consulting: https://christianyordanov.com/pregnancy-preparation-and-recovery/Supplements I use/recommend (adults): https://christianyordanov.com/supplements-adults/Supplements I use/recommend (children): https://christianyordanov.com/supplements-children/Get my book Autism Wellbeing Plan: How to Get Your Child Healthy: https://amzn.to/43ah6yDUse this link to get a discount on my Detox Workshop: https://members.christianyordanov.com/detox-workshop?coupon=CM25

After spending several days reporting in Pokrovsk, a small city in eastern Ukraine and the recent target of two missile strikes, Katie Stallard describes the devastating impact of Vladimir Putin's war on Ukraine's civilians.“The first strike hit just as people were making dinner, coming home from a long day at work. The first strike hit and the emergency services responded. Then, 37 minutes later, the second strike hit. So it seemed to have been deliberately timed to hit the rescue workers.”Our foreign editor, Megan Gibson, is joined by Katie Stallard, speaking from Warsaw, to discuss Russia's assault on the next generation, what Putin is aiming for, and why Ukrainians will not give up.Read the full article here: https://www.newstatesman.com/world/europe/ukraine/2023/08/russias-war-future-generations-children-ukraineSubmit a question for You Ask Us: https://www.newstatesman.com/YouAskUsDownload the app:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/new-statesman-magazine/id610498525Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.progressivemediagroup.newstatesman&hl=en_GB&gl=USSubscribe to the New Statesman from £1 per week:https://newstatesman.com/podcastofferSign up to our daily politics email: https://morningcall.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to Katie Stallard and Megan Gibson's discussion on Russia's war on the future here: https://shows.acast.com/newstatesman/episodes/russias-war-on-the-future-conversation Download the app:iOS: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/new-statesman-magazine/id610498525Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.progressivemediagroup.newstatesman&hl=en_GB&gl=USSubscribe to the New Statesman from £1 per week:https://newstatesman.com/podcastofferSign up to our daily politics email: https://morningcall.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday (30 May), several drones damaged buildings in Moscow in by far the largest attack on the Russian capital since the war in Ukraine began. Kyiv denies carrying out the strikes – at least one of which affected Rublyovka, a wealthy suburb home to many of Russia's elite, and close to where Putin has an official residence. Megan Gibson and Katie Stallard discuss the strategy behind the attacks, how they might be viewed by Ukraine's allies, and whether further strikes on Russian territory are likely. The discussion then moves to Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's re-election as Turkish president and what it could mean for Sweden's bid to join Nato.Read more:Katie examines the domestic pressure on Putin. Jeremy Cliffe on the limits of ErdoğanismKatie on Ukraine's coming counter-offensive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week our guest is the historian Serhii Plokhy, a professor and the director of the Ukrainian Research Institute at Harvard and the author of a number of books, including his latest, The Russo-Ukrainian War. He speaks to Megan Gibson about Putin's war on Ukraine, the end of the Russian empire and what the new world order could look like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week British adherents – including several prominent ministers – of a traditionalist political movement with origins in post-Trump US politics attended the National Conservatism conference in London. It is a major influence in America but remains on the fringes of British political thought.Will Lloyd joins Megan Gibson in London, and Ido Vock in Berlin, to discuss whether National Conservatism could ever catch on in the UK. Then, they discuss attacks by anti-Kremlin militias in the Belgorod region of western Russia, which neighbours Ukraine. They ask: what effect might this raid have on the next phase of the war?Read more: Will Lloyd on “dark new factions” in the Conservative Party:Katie Stallard asks: who was behind the drone attack on the Kremlin? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Republicans in the US House of Representatives passed legislation last week that would increase the US debt ceiling only in exchange for significant spending cuts, and the repeal of some of Joe Biden's key legislative achievements. The president has said he will not negotiate on raising the US's borrowing limit, but there could be severe consequences if the two parties fail to reach a deal.Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Washington DC and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss the global impact a prolonged stalemate could have, and the motivations of both sides. Next, they talk about video footage released by Russia that purports to show a drone attack on the Kremlin, analysing who might be behind such an attack and what their motivations might be.Read more: Ido Vock on Putin's “forever War”Lawrence Freedman asks what leaked Pentagon documents reveal about where the war in Ukraine is headedAdam Tooze on where Biden has gone wrong Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A three-day ceasefire has allowed some countries to evacuate their citizens from Sudan, where rival military factions have been fighting since 15 April. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Sudan's de facto leader, has long been in a bitter power struggle with Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, his former deputy. Now, that struggle has become an open conflict.Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Washington DC and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss Sudan's recent history, the evacuation effort and where local and regional powers stand.Next they turn to the US, where Ron DeSantis's presumed bid for the presidency in 2024 appears to be falling apart. The team discuss DeSantis's fading hopes of beating Donald Trump to the Republican presidential nomination, his stance on abortion rights and why Trump still looms large in American politics.Read more: Megan Gibson asks whether the UK should have seen the Sudan crisis comingKatie Stallard on why Ron DeSantis's campaign is already in troubleKatie on the coming Republican civil war Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six months after Giorgia Meloni, leader of the post-fascist Fratelli d'Italia party, became prime minister, Megan Gibson speaks to the historian and author David Broder about how Meloni has governed. They discuss whether she has confounded expectations, her relationship with other conservative movements around the world, and Silvio Berlusconi's legacy. Read more The making and meaning of Giorgia MeloniThe struggle for ItalyEurope's far-right parties are learning from one anotherLetter from Italy: attending a gathering of ultra-conservatives in Rome Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US president, Joe Biden, arrived in Belfast on a week-long visit to the island of Ireland marking the 25th anniversary Good Friday Agreement. Northern Ireland has been in a year of political limbo since it's devolved government collapsed as a result of divisions over the post-Brexit trade regime.Anoosh Chakelian and Rachel Wearmouth are joined by the New Statesman's foreign editor, Megan Gibson, to discuss Biden's deeply personal speech and US-UK relations after claims that his bilateral talks with Rishi Sunak had been stripped back to a coffee – dubbed a “bi-latte”.They also talk about the political implications of the visit for Northern Ireland and mounting tensions as violence broke out at an Easter Monday march in Derry last week and the police raised the terrorism threat level. Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks what's behind Labour's attack ads.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusSubscribers can get an ad free version of the NS Podcast on the New Statesman app Podcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Returning from a trip to Beijing, Emmanuel Macron, the French president, attracted international criticism when he told reporters that when it comes to Taiwan, Europe should resist becoming “America's followers”.Megan Gibson in London and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss Macron's attempt to distance Europe from the US on Taiwan, why his comments have been so inflammatory, and the potential risk to European security.Then they turn Northern Ireland, where Joe Biden touched down this week for a four-day visit to the island of Ireland. The US president was there to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. The team discuss Biden's strategy of mixing the personal – he has often talked about his Irish roots – and political, as well as US relations with Ireland and the UK.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Read more:Rachel Wearmouth asks will Joe Biden's Northern Ireland visit achieve anything?Ido on why Emmanual Macron's vision for Europe still doesn't match reality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday, the former US president Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 counts of falsifying business records, amid allegations that he orchestrated hush-money payments to two women before the 2016 election. Katie Stallard in Washington DC, Megan Gibson in London and Ido Vock in Paris discuss what Trump's arrest and trial could mean for the 2024 presidential race. Next, the team turn to Finland where Prime Minister Sanna Marin conceded defeat on Sunday. The right-wing National Coalition Party claimed victory in a tightly fought contest. They discuss what the loss tells us about Finnish politics – and the way the rest of the world see some national leaders. Then in You Ask Us a listener asks why China is so angry about the meeting of Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-wen with the US House speaker Kevin McCarthy.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Read more: Megan on the meaning of Sanna Marin's defeat. Katie on the diplomatic battle for Taiwan. Katie writes on how Taiwan is already under attack. Katie asks whether Donald Trump's indictment will help him win the Republican nomination? Charlotte Kilpatrick on the unexpected folly of prosecuting Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday, after protests swept the country and trade unions threatened major strikes, Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, announced that he was delaying his controversial judicial reforms package. Netanyahu said he was doing this “to avoid civil war”.Ido Vock in Berlin and Megan Gibson and Alona Ferber in London discuss the response to Netanyahu's announcement in Israel and abroad, as well as how far the crisis could go.Next, the team turn to Russia, where Vladimir Putin has announced that tactical nuclear weapons will be stationed in Belarus as early as this summer. They discuss why Putin wants these weapons in Belarus, how likely this is to happen and the possible consequences.Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks whether the Finnish prime minister, Sanna Marin, will lose the next election.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Read more:Alona on why this could be the end of Benjamin Netanyahu.Alona on how we are watching Israel build an authoritarian government in real time.Ido on Belarus and Vladimir Putin's continued use of nuclear blackmail.Lawrence Freedman on why a “strategic nuclear exchange” would offer Putin zero gains.Megan on Magdalena Andersson and Sanna Marin's fight against far-right misogyny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Wednesday Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin signed a joint statement in Moscow promising to deepen their strategic partnership and stressing the importance of “settling the Ukraine crisis through dialogue”. Megan Gibson in London and Katie Stallard in Washington DC discuss how Xi has attempted to frame his visit as a “journey for peace” and what really sustains his relationship with the Russian president.Next they turn to the 20th anniversary of the US-led invasion of Iraq and the lessons that have – and have not – been learned from the catastrophe, as well as enduring political legacy of the conflict.Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks: “If Donald Trump is arrested, how will it affect his 2024 presidential campaign?”Read more:Xi Jinping's desperate gamble on Vladimir PutinChina's hollow peace plan for UkraineThe poisoned peacemaker: why China can't abandon PutinAfter Iraq: the great unravellingThe US is readying itself for another moral crusade, this time against ChinaThe long shadow of the Iraq WarDonald Trump's indictment would be a gift to Ron DeSantis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As protests against the Iranian regime continue, Megan Gibson speaks to the award-winning writer Dina Nayeri, whose latest book is Who Gets Believed When the Truth Isn't Enough?They discuss the uprising in Iran since Mahsa Amini died after being arrested by the oppressive morality police, where the protests are going, Nayeri's own experiences with the morality police, and why refugees and asylum seekers are demonised by public discourse and political policies.Read more:Iran's regime won't be easily toppledHow Mahsa Amini's death set Iran on fire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Tuesday (7 March), hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets to protest Emmanuel Macron's attempts to raise the retirement age. Workers in a variety of sectors – including education, transport, energy and waste – downed tools on the largest day of strikes since Macron's presidency began. Megan Gibson in London, Ido Vock in Berlin and Katie Stallard in Washington DC discuss Macron's proposals and his refusal to back down, raising the prospect of an escalating struggle. Plus, what are the stakes for the country more broadly? Next they turn to China, where the country's leadership has gathered for its annual parliamentary session, known as the National People's Congress. The team discuss Xi Jinping's uncharacteristically direct attack on the US, how these statements were received in Washington, and what the parliamentary session tells us about how China sees its path ahead. Then in You Ask Us, a listener wonders: will the toxic chemical attacks against Iranian schoolgirls quell the unrest in the country? Read more: Katie writes Xi Jinping lashes out at the US Megan asks who is poisoning school girls in Iran? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The president of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko met with China's leader Xi Jinping in Beijing this week. A staunch ally of Vladimir Putin, Lukashenko would have been eager to demonstrate his close relationship with another major world leader. For Beijing, however, the visit is a little more complicated. Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Washington DC and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss the significance of the visit's timing, which follows China's attempted charm offensive in Europe, and whether Belarus could send troops to Ukraine. The team then turn to a flurry of drone strikes on Russia in recent days, with TV channels and radio stations also being hacked. They discuss whether Ukraine is behind these attacks and the potential political consequences. Then in You Ask Us a listener asks what French president Emmanuel Macron is trying to achieve in Africa.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more: Ido writes there are cracks between how Ukraine and the West see the war ending Katie on why Alexander Lukashenko's visit to China matters Katie on China's hollow peace plan for Ukraine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Gibson speaks to the economist and author Mariana Mazzucato, professor at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose. The Big Con is her latest book, co-written with Rosie Collington, which exposes the consequences of governments' dependency on consultancies such as McKinsey and Deloitte. “The more governments and businesses outsource,” they write, “the less they know how to do.”They discuss the rise of the consultancy industry and how these companies have, over the course of decades, enfeebled governments while making billions. They cover scandal after scandal, from McKinsey's role in the US opioid crisis to Deloitte and Boston Consulting Group's mega-profits from Britain's test and trace system. Ultimately, Mazzucato makes the case for reimagining how we approach capitalism.Subscribers can get an ad free version of the NS Podcast on the New Statesman app Podcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Read more:Megan Gibson interviews Mariana Mazzucato: “Consultancies depend on weak governments”Will Lloyd on how consultancy bleeds Britain dry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Biden made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday (20 February) to demonstrate what he called America's “unwavering support” for Ukraine's war effort. It was the first time a US president had visited the country since Russia first attacked Ukraine, in 2014. Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Wasington DC, and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss the significance of this visit and Vladimir Putin's latest warning to the West in his state of the nation speech. They also cover support for Ukraine at the Munich Security Conference this week and in the Global South. Then the team turns to China, where Xi Jinping is expected to deliver a “peace speech” on the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. This follows the visit of China's leading diplomat to Moscow this week, prompting warnings from the US that China was considering supplying weapons to Russia. The team discuss China's position on the war and try to unwrap its “strategic swaddle” approach to Russia. Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks: what did the team get wrong about the conflict over the last year?If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more: Ido on why the West's narrative on Ukraine hasn't convinced the rest of the worldMegan writes that Biden's trip to Kyiv reiterates Western support – but not everywhere feels the sameKatie writes that Biden and Putin agree on one thing – the future of the global order is at stake in Ukraine John Sullivan: “Vladimir Putin does not want an off-ramp” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past two weeks, a number of mysterious objects have been shot down from the skies over the US and Canada. It all began with a suspected Chinese spy balloon, which was brought down off the coast of South Carolina on 4 February. US officials have struggled to explain the three subsequent aerial encounters, leading to conspiracy theories and White House denials that aliens are involved. Meanwhile, the diplomatic rift between China and the US is widening. Megan Gibson in London, Ido Vock in Berlin and Katie Stallard in Washington DC discuss the spy-balloon fiasco, aliens, and where US-China relations go from here. Next, they turn to the ongoing crisis in Turkey and Syria following the devastating earthquake that struck the region on 6 February. As the death toll passes 40,000, the team discuss growing anger towards the Turkish president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and his government for delays in aid and alleged corruption. Then, in You Ask Us, a listener asks whether Russia could break apart. If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more: Ido on why Russia isn't about to break apart. Ece Temelkuran writes that after the earthquake the rage in Turkey is greater than the pain. Katie on how UFOs are pushing the US and China further apart. Lyse Doucet on the anger and hope the earthquake left behind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky visited London this week, meeting with the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak. It is only his second trip abroad since the war with Russia began, after heading to America in December.Megan Gibson in London and Ido Vock in Berlin are joined by the New Statesman's Britain editor and podcast host Anoosh Chakelian to discuss Zelensky's speech to UK parliament, and his crackdown on alleged corruption in his government.Then the team talk about the renewed Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, where a blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh could lead to humanitarian catastrophe. They discuss what this means for Russian influence in the region, and the role of the West in the conflict.In You Ask Us, a listener asks what the UK's struggling economic situation means for its future foreign policy.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more:Sohrab Ahmari explains how the West is betraying Armenia. Joe Twyman says Britons still aren't sure what the point of Brexit was.Freddie Hayward on how enraptured MPs put aside their squabbles for Volodymyr Zelensky.Katie Stallard on why Ukraine deserves better than Boris Johnson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week a deadly raid by the Israeli army in the West Bank city of Jenin and a shooting in East Jerusalem capped one of the bloodiest months in Israel and the occupied territories, outside of open war, in years.Antony Blinken, the US secretary of state, flew to Israel this week to call for calm.Megan Gibson and Alona Ferber in London are joined by Katie Stallard in Washington to discuss whether Benjamin Netanyahu's new government – the furthest to the right and the most religious Israel has had – is fanning the flames of this cycle of violence and if this could disrupt ties with allies abroad. Meanwhile Kishida Fumio, the Japanese prime minister, has warned that the country's falling birth rates are reaching a crisis point that could soon mean it struggles to maintain its societal functions. Japan is not alone; the team discuss how nations across the world are dealing with rapidly ageing societies. Then in You Ask Us: Boris Johnson has said that Putin threatened him with a missile a strike before the war in Ukraine. Is he for real?If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more:Alona writes that we are watching Israel build an authoritarian government in real timeKatie writes that the global ageing crisis is becoming unignorableKatie writes that Boris Johnson has the ultimate case of main character syndrome Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Olaf Scholz confirmed that Germany will send 14 Leopard 2 battle tanks to Ukraine and gave partner countries permission to send their tanks too. The decision, which could have a significant effect on the war, came after months of stalling.Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Washington DC and Jeremy Cliffe in Berlin discuss what led to Germany's shift, what toll the delay has taken and how Russia will respond.Next, they turn to the alarming rise in mass shootings in the US this year – including a series of shootings in California in which 19 people were killed in less than 48 hours. The team discuss the experience of gun violence, public support for gun control legislation, and why this is also a foreign policy issue.Then, in You Ask Us, a listener asks what led to the resignation of Jacinda Ardern as prime minister of New Zealand.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more:Jeremy writes that Germany took too long to reach the right decision on tanks, and he calls the country the “roadblock at the heart of Europe”.Katie says that Jacinda Ardern's resignation is both a shock and entirely unsurprising.Sarah Churchwell on the myth of America's love affair with guns.Bruno Maçães interviews Ukraine's national security adviser on German betrayal, the oncoming Russian onslaught and why the West is scared. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coronavirus cases have been rising rapidly in China since its government ended its restrictive “zero-Covid” policy last month. Hospitals are expected to be inundated with newly-infected patients.Megan Gibson in London, Katie Stallard in Washington DC and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss why the country was so ill-prepared to lift its lockdowns and restrictions, where the responsibility lies, and the economic imperatives behind this decision, made in the depths of winter and before the Lunar New Year.Next they turn to a rare admission by Russia's defence ministry on Monday (2 January) that 89 Russian soldiers were killed on New Year's Day after Ukraine hit a “temporary deployment facility” with US-supplied Himars missiles. The team discuss the consequences of the attack, as well as Vladimir Putin's and Volodymyr Zelenksy's respective New Year speeches.Then in You Ask Us a listener asks for reading recommendations to better understand Ukrainian culture.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more:Katie on what China's devastating Covid outbreak means for the rest of the worldThe Orphanage by Serhiy ZhadanIn Isolation by Stanislav AseyevDeath and the Penguin by Andrey KurkovThe Gates of Europe: A History of Ukraine by Serhii PlokhyRed Famine by Anne ApplebaumBloodlines by Timothy SnyderEast West Street by Philippe SandsA Loss. The story of a dead solider told by his sister by Olesya Khromeychuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly a year since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the historian Olesya Khromeychuk speaks to Megan Gibson about how Ukraine has been perceived by the outside world, and why the country's courageous resistance should not have come as a surprise. They discuss the history of civil society movements in Ukraine, why Volodymyr Zelensky is a successful leader, and what support Ukraine needs now. Read more:Why the West underestimated Ukraine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New Statesman international team examine some of the most significant moments of 2022, from Russia's invasion of Ukraine to elections, including Viktor Orbán's victory in Hungary, Jair Bolsonaro's defeat in Brazil and the US midterms. Emily Tamkin in Washington DC, and Jeremy Cliffe and Ido Vock in Berlin review their predictions for the past year – with Katie Stallard and Megan Gibson dialling in – and look at what they got wrong and right.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more: Emily's seven predictions for the world in 2022 Jeremy's ten crucial questions about the world in 2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Qatar World Cup, which began on Sunday 20 November, has been marred in controversy, from the country's oppression of LGBT+ people and women to a last-minute decision to ban sales of beer inside stadiums. Thousands of migrant workers are believed to have died during construction of the stadiums, and others employed as security guards appear to be paid as little as 35p an hour. Gianni Infantino, the president of Fifa, who is paid about £2.6m this year, defended the tournament in a rant in which he said he feels “like a migrant worker”. Ido Vock in Berlin, Megan Gibson in London and Katie Stallard in Washignton DC discuss Fifa's defence and the attempt by some politicians to “keep politics out of sport”, how individual teams have and have not shown real moral courage, and the power of sport to affect political change. Next, Megan reports on her trip to Brussels, where she interviewed Jens Stoltenberg, the Nato secretary-general. The team discuss his unwavering support for Ukraine, the prospect for negotiations and the state of the Western alliance. Then, in You Ask Us, a listener asks what role the Wagner Group plays in Russia's war effort.If you have a question for You Ask Us, go to newstatesman.com/youaskusPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer: visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to learn more Read more: Katie on what the World Cup tells us about power. Megan on why Iran's brave act of defiance puts England to shame. Megan interviews Jens Stoltenberg. Katie asks if Volodymyr Zelenksy is losing the support of the West in Ukraine. Ido on the brutal methods of Russia's Wagner group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Xi Jinping has reiterated his support for the country's restrictive “zero Covid” policy, but what social, political and economic impacts have the measures had on China? And will the country stick with the policy?Megan Gibson speaks to author and academic Yanzhong Huang, about the motivation behind the strategy, the implications it has for the country's future, and whether there are other ways forward for China. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The United States and its allies are trying to gauge how, exactly, Vladimir Putin might use the nuclear weapons he's threatened to deploy in his war in Ukraine, if he were to take that dire step. Meanwhile, North Korea has conducted six missile tests in two weeks.Emily Tamkin in Washington DC, Katie Stallard in Scotland's Black Isle, and Ido Vock in Helsinki discuss what Russia's use of a nuclear weapon could involve, and how Ukraine, the US and their allies might respond.Then, they turn to North Korea. What is the North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un, working towards? And what do his plans mean for the security of South Korea and Japan?The team also answers a listener's question on what all of this could mean for Iran's nuclear deal, in this week's You Ask Us.If you have a question for the international team, fill out our new You Ask Us web form.Podcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer.Further reading:Emily Tamkin on what could happen if Russia used nuclear weapons?Katie Stallard asks what is the meaning of North Korea's nuclear opportunism.Megan Gibson on how Mahsa Amini's death set Iran on fire.Ido Vock on how the Nord Stream pipeline "sabotage" shows the weakness of Europe's critical infrastructure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special podcast from the New Statesman to reflect on the death of Elizabeth II and the accession of Charles III. Andrew Marr, political editor, Megan Gibson, international editor, and Rachel Cunliffe, senior associate editor, join Anoosh Chakelian, Britain editor, to discuss the impact that the Queen had on the country, the reaction to her death from around the world and what it means for the UK now. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the Swedish general election on 11 September, we take a look at why the far-right party has risen in the polls and whether a recent recovery by the ruling Social Democrats means the country's prime minister, Magdalena Andersson, will be able to retain power.Journalist and academic Dominic Hinde joins the New Statesman's executive editor, Megan Gibson, to discuss the election's main issues, what's happened to the traditional conservative bloc and how Swedes view their place in the world.Read more:The Nordic leaders' fight against far-right misogynyThe biggest challenge for Sweden's new prime minister: tackling rampant gang crimeSweden's decision to join Nato isn't just about security Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, has died at the age of 91 in Moscow. He was credited with bringing the Cold War to a peaceful end and ushering in an era of openness and reform in the Soviet Union, which ultimately led to its collapse. Emily Tamkin in Washington DC is joined by Megan Gibson and Alix Kroeger in London to consider Gorbachev's legacy and reactions to his death in Russia and around the world, as well as his relationship with Putin. They also discuss the latest from Ukraine, where the battle for Kherson has begun. Then, the far-right Sweden Democrats have surged ahead in the country's polls before a general election on 11 September. The team discuss what is behind the party's popularity and why the centre-right bloc is now ready to cooperate with them to challenge the Social Democrats, led by the prime minister, Magdalena Andersson. In You Ask Us a listener asks about the significance of flooding in Pakistan.If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk.Podcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit newstatesman.com/podcastoffer. Further reading; Philippa Nuttall says that even Pakistan's devastating floods won't inspire a green revolution. Emily Tamkin writes that Mikhail Gorbachev tried to unite the impossible – his failure was heroic. Megan Gibson on the Nordic leaders' fight against far-right misogyny. Katie Stallard on the beginning of the battle for Kherson. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the war in Ukraine enters its sixth month, Ukrainian MP Lesia Vasylenko speaks to Megan Gibson about what support Ukraine needs to win against Russia.She explains how parliament keeps functioning in a war, the way the country is uniting behind President Volodymyr Zelensky and why the West needs to keep up the supply of weapons to help Ukraine beat back the Russian forces.Further reading:Russia is bluffing about its success in the war – but so is UkraineWhy the Russian military should be very worriedWhich countries could Putin try to ‘protect' next?Who's arming Ukraine? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the German chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke of a watershed moment for Europe and announced a shift in Germany's approach to foreign policy. In this special episode, in partnership with the Friedrich Ebert Foundation (FES), World Review looks at the context of this shift and whether it will make a difference to how Germany interacts with the world. Megan Gibson speaks to Katarina Barley, the vice-president of the European Parliament and a SPD politician in Germany, about what this change will look like. Then she discusses Germany's approach to foreign relations with Sophia Besch from the Centre for European Reform, Jeremy Cliffe, the New Statesman's writer-at-large, and Christos Katsioulis, head of the FES regional centre for cooperation and peace in Europe, in a conversation recorded shortly after the FES Tiergarten Conference “Zeitenwende: Into a new era”, held in June. For more information on the FES, visit uk.fes.de or the FES Competence Centre for Peace and Security. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After another mass shooting in the US, politicians seem resigned to these incidents happening again and again. Emily Tamkin and Katie Stallard in Washington DC are joined by Megan Gibson in London to discuss why they appear unable to do anything to stop them. Plus, more than four months after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the team look at how Russia's war plan has changed and what the West needs to do to support Ukraine in this new phase. Then in You Ask Us, they answer a listener's question on what a change of UK prime minister would mean for Ukraine. To submit a question for You Ask Us, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk Read more: Republicans put US shootings down to anything but gunsCan Ukraine win the war?Guns still take priority over safety, despite the closure of the “boyfriend loophole” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday (14 May) by a white nationalist appears to have shown the real consequences of the racist “great replacement theory”. Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC, Megan Gibson in London and Ido Vock in Berlin discuss how this far-right conspiracy theory evolved from being a fringe notion in France to entering mainstream political discourse in the US, and the worrying frequency of racist shootings. Sweden and Finland, meanwhile, have formally applied to join the Nato military alliance, confirming a radical transformation of Europe's security landscape since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The team discuss the application and the global response, including Turkey's objections. Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks what is the significance of Emmanuel Macron, the French president, appointing Élisabeth Borne to be his prime minister.If you have a question for You Ask Us, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukPodcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit www.newstatesman.com/podcastoffer.Further reading: Sarah Manavis writes attacks like the Buffalo shooting have become numbingly inevitable. Adam Tooze on the second coming of Nato. Ido Vock reports for only the second time, France has a female prime minister. Megan Gibson writes Sweden's decision to join Nato isn't just about security. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The results of France's presidential election are in: Emmanuel Macron has won a second term as the French president with a comfortable majority. However, this victory is tempered by the fact that the far right, led by Marine Le Pen, achieved its best result in the history of the Fifth Republic.Ido Vock discusses Macron's success and Le Pen's relative gains with the New Statesman executive foreign editor, Megan Gibson. They cover the reaction in France and across the world, the sincerity of Macron's promise to deliver change via an entirely new political project, and the looming parliamentary elections in June.While the election is over, the France Elects podcast series will continue to provide updates on French politics with special episodes to cover big developments.Further reading:Macron wins re-election: live results and analysis here.How Le Pen failed to land knockout blow against Macron in TV debate. Macron courted left-wing voters in Marseille. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Finland and Sweden are poised to make a historic decision as the countries consider joining Nato. Polls have shown a surge in support for the move following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC and Megan Gibson in London discuss this extraordinary move and its possible consequences as Sweden's elections approach, as well as the Ukrainian response. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen will go head to head with President Emmanuel Macron in the French presidential election run-off in a fortnight. Emily and Megan discuss what a potential win for Le Pen would mean for France's support of Nato and the European Union.Then, in You Ask Us, a listener asks: Finland has quite an open road-border linking it to St Petersburg; what would be the impact if that border became a Nato defence against invasion by Russia?If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk.Podcast listeners can subscribe to the New Statesman for just £1 a week for 12 weeks using our special offer. Just visit www.newstatesman.com/podcastoffer.Further reading:Alix Kroeger on why ‘Finlandisation' is not an option for Ukraine.Andrew Hussey on the evolution of Marine Le Pen.Jeremy Cliffe on the new Iron Curtain.Jeremy Cliffe on why the possibility of a Marine Le Pen victory in France is a boost for Vladimir Putin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In a special episode of France Elects, Ido Vock looks at the results of the first round of the French presidential election with New Statesman executive editor Megan Gibson.They examine how Macron beat his 2017 performance, and why he could nevertheless find the second round much tougher this time. Also under discussion: how Marine Le Pen successfully detoxified her brand and the death of the traditional parties in French politics.Ido and Megan also answer a listener's question on why French presidents have traditionally struggled with re-election.Further reading:Exclusive polling: Marine Le Pen on 49 per cent of the vote for French presidentFrench election 2022: Live results and analysis See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Andrey Kurkov, author of Death and the Penguin, speaks to Megan Gibson about life in Ukraine right now. They discuss the role of artists during war, how this conflict will change Ukrainians' view of Russia for good, and what it will take to bring an end to the war. If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukPodcast listeners can get a special discount on subscriptions to the New Statesman. Visit www.newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to subscribe for 12 weeks for just £1 a week.Further reading: Art from a nation under attackCourage and camaraderie on the Ukraine-Hungary borderThe exemplary resilience of Volodymyr ZelenskyLetter from Kyiv: While Ukraine's oligarchs flee, my friends and I have Sunday lunch See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its fourth week, Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky has addressed the US Congress, calling on the West to “do more” to help Ukraine. The New Statesman's senior editor of politics, Harry Lambert, joins Megan Gibson and Katie Stallard to talk about the pressure for no-fly zones, what the conflict might mean for how the West supports Taiwan, and how different countries are responding to the refugee crisis. Then in You Ask Us, they answer a listener's question on the relationship between China's leader, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin. Further reading: Exclusive polling shows Britons want Nato to send fighter jets to Ukraine.Are Britain and the West doing enough to help Ukraine.Caught between Putin and the West, Xi Jinping faces a crucial choice on Russia.Xi Jinping could stop Putin's war in Ukraine. Will he?Could Zelensky and Putin agree a Ukraine peace deal.The West must do more to resettle refugees fleeing Ukraine. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the Kremlin's war on Ukraine continues, the Baltic states continue to call for sustained pressure on Vladimir Putin. Megan Gibson speaks to the Estonian president Alar Karis about his meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky days before the war, the importance of Nato membership and how best to support Ukraine.Further reading:Iceland's prime minister: “My opposition to Nato has not changed”A no-fly zone over Ukraine risks igniting war between Nato and RussiaThe Ukraine crisis is about more than just Nato membership See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its fifth day, the New Statesman's Executive Editor, Foreign, Megan Gibson, interviews the Russian security expert, Mark Galeotti. Galeotti is an honorary professor at the School of Slavonic and East European Studies, University College London, and the author of The Weaponisation of Everything and We Need to Talk About Putin: How the West Gets Him Wrong. The two discuss the latest developments of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, what miscalculations Vladimir Putin has made so far and why experts failed to predict the scale of the conflict. If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukPodcast listeners can get a special discount on subscriptions to the New Statesman. Visit www.newstatesman.com/podcastoffer to subscribe for just £1 per week.Further reading: Ido Vock reports “Scared, hopeless and silent”: anti-war Russian's are pessimistic about mass protests. Jeremy Cliffe on the exemplary resilience of Volodymyr Zelensky. Katie Stallard on how Putin has substituted his own interests for those of the Russian state. Mark Galeotti on the dark evolution of Vladimir Putin's regime. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The New Statesman's executive foreign editor, Megan Gibson, interviews the prime minister of Iceland, Katrín Jakobsdóttir.They discuss her opposition to Iceland's Nato membership, why the left is back on the rise in all five Nordic nations, and how to win trust in a country that doesn't trust its politicians.If you have a You Ask Us question for the International team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk.Further reading:Victory puts Portuguese Socialists at forefront of Europe's centre-left comebackThe biggest challenge for Sweden's new prime minister: tackling rampant gang crimeHow Norway's left triumphed in a climate election See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thousands have joined the so-called “Freedom Convoy” in Canada, which has spiralled from truckers' frustrations over Covid-19 vaccine mandates into calls to overthrow the government. Jeremy Cliffe in Berlin, Megan Gibson in London and Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC, discuss the protests and parallels with the US Capitol Riots of 6 January.Then the Prime Minister of Portugal, António Costa, has led his Socialist Party to victory at a snap election this week, winning 41.7% of the vote. The team discuss the specific circumstances of Costa's success and whether it will last.Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks whether the success of the Socialists will spark a resurgence for left-wing parties.Further reading:Micheal Coren on why the “Freedom Convoy” shows the Americanisation of Canada's right.Jeremy Cliffe reports that victory puts Portuguese Socialists at forefront of Europe's centre-left comeback.Ido Vock asks whether anything can save the French left. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the three-week countdown begins for the Beijing Winter Olympics, the Omicron variant has reached the city, prompting restrictions on ticket sales for an event China had hoped would symbolise its successful containment strategy. Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC, and Ido Vock in Berlin are joined by Katie Stallard, senior editor of China and global affairs in Washington, DC, our latest addition to the team. They discuss China's ability to deliver a “streamlined, safe and splendid” games, and whether there is a way out of the country's “zero-Covid” strategy. Amid rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine, splits have begun to emerge between members of the Nato alliance. The team discusses Russia's view of its neighbours and the concept of spheres of influence, long thought to be a Cold War relic. Then in You Ask Us, a listener questions what the view is from Beijing on Ukraine's conflict with Russia.Further reading:Emily asks whether transatlantic can allies hang together with Russian forces still on Ukraine's border. Ido Vock asks what a Russian assault on Ukraine would look like. Megan Gibson reports on the US's diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing. China is not happy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The US Supreme Court is to decide on a case that directly challenges Roe vs Wade, the 1973 ruling that guarantees the right to an abortion. Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC and Megan Gibson in London discuss the fight for reproductive rights, not just in the US but across the world. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has warned his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a video call of "strong measures" that could be applied to Moscow, amid fears that Russian troops amassing on the border with Ukraine could lead to an invasion. The team discuss the limits of US power, and what the growing tensions mean. In You Ask US, a listener wonders how upset China is about diplomatic boycotts of the forthcoming Beijing Winter Olympics. Further reading: Emily Tamkin on a dark day for abortion rights in the US. Megan Gibson on the US boycotting the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing. Bruno Maçães on whether Vladimir Putin is preparing for war. Emily Tamkin on whether America's toolbox for Russia is empty. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Megan Gibson, our Senior Editor, International, speaks to the Turkish journalist and author Ece Temelkuran.They discuss Turkey's slide into authoritarianism – and the lessons the political situation holds for other democracies – as well as the country's spiralling economic crisis and what chance a united opposition might have to defeat the Turkish president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk. Further Reading:With Turkey in crisis, Erdoğan leans into chaosErdoğan rising: the making of an autocrat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kyle Rittenhouse has been acquitted after fatally shooting two men and wounding another during a Black Lives Matter protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin last year. Megan Gibson in London and Ido Vock in Berlin are joined by Sarah Manavis in London to discuss what the case means for questions of racial justice and for firearms rights. Meanwhile, new restrictions to curb surging Covid-19 cases across Europe have led to violent protests. With Austria making vaccinations mandatory and other EU countries set to follow suit, the team examine what might be in store for Europe this winter. Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks if China underestimated the reaction to Peng Shuai's disappearance.If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk Jeremy Cliffe on the fourth Covid wave crashing over Europe Sarah Manavis on the disappearance of Peng ShuaiJessie Lau on why tennis star Peng Shuai's #MeToo allegation is such a threat to China's leadersLouise Perry on why the Kyle Rittenhouse case shows terrible things happen when the state is absent See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Six years after terror attacks killed 130 people and injured more than 400 across Paris, the biggest criminal trial in French history is under way. The nine-month trial is being welcomed as a truth commission: a forum to address personal and national trauma, as well as the socio-political context of the attacks. Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC, Megan Gibson in London, and Philippa Nuttall in Brussels ask how the trial is shaping the French national psyche.Meanwhile, a “disappointing” deal has been struck at the Cop26 climate summit. It has been denounced by some as a “monumental failure”, with developed nations blaming India and China for weakening more ambitious pledges on coal. The team discuss the future of Cop and our collective responsibility to meet targets. Then in You Ask Us, a listener asks what Russia wants in Ukraine.If you have a question on any topic of world news for our international team that you would like answered in You Ask Us, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk. Further reading: Katherine Cowles on how the memory of the Paris attacks is shaping France's national psyche. Philippa Nuttall on the good, the bad and the ugly: what did Cop26 achieve? Paul Mason writes how the West must confront Russia and Belarus to avert catastrophe. Ido Vock on Russia's military build-up on the border with Ukraine is testing the West's resolve. Emily Tamkin with Fiona Hill: “US democracy is on a precipice right now.” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Megan Gibson interviews Hong Kong democracy activist Nathan Law.They discuss his new book, Freedom: How We Lose It and How We Fight Back.They talk about the speed of the impact of Hong Kong's National Security Law, how safe and stable western democracies really are and whether he could ever return to Hong Kong.If you have a You Ask Us question for the international team, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukFurther Reading:Nathan Law: From Poland to the UK, “freedom is under threat”One year on from China's national security crackdown, Hong Kong is a changed placeRadosław Sikorski: “Poland is on the path of Hungary and Russia” See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With the COP26 climate summit less than two weeks away, Megan Gibson met the EU Commission vice president Frans Timmermans in London to discuss leading the European Green Deal, the role of the private sector, and the need for a just transition. Ultimately, he warns that ambitious climate targets are not enough, and leaders need to prove that they can deliver. Emily Tamkin joins the podcast from Washington for a conversation on Timmermans' effective diplomacy, as well as the feasibility of the climate promises in the UK and around the world.If you have a question for You Ask Us, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.uk. Further reading: Megan Gibson's interview with Frans Timmermans Patrick Mulholland on how economic recovery is trumping climate action in Latin America Philippa Nuttall on China increasing coal production Murray Griffin on Australia's climate ambitions See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As the world looks ahead to COP26 in Glasgow, against the backdrop of a global pandemic, what will it take for the summit to be declared a success?Jeremy Cliffe and Megan Gibson are joined by New Statesman Environment and Sustainability Editor Philippa Nuttall, all in London, to discuss the summit, the need for a just transition that includes the global south and whether big players like Russia and China will engage with the process.Then in You Ask Us, they answer a listeners question on how COP26 will take into account of the other UN summit on Biodiversity.If you have a question for You Ask Us, email podcasts@newstatesman.co.ukFurther reading:Philippa Nuttall on Why we shouldn't panic – just yet – about China increasing coal productionOur New Statesman Emissions TrackerNick Ferris and Michael Goodier on efforts to stem biodiversity loss See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kishida has formally taken office as Japan's new prime minister, succeeding Yoshihide Suga as leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Ido Vock in Berlin and the World Review's new co-host Megan Gibson in London discuss his rise to power with Tokyo-based journalist Kenji Hall.They cover Kishida's plans for economic reform, whether Japan's pacifist constitution could change as the country faces an increasingly assertive China, and the factional jostling within the dominant LDP.Further reading:Kenji Hall on why Japan's prime minster has his work cut out for himKristin Surak on Shinzo Abe and the rise of Japanese NationalismTom Feiling on how the Olympics have thrown the future of Japan's prime minister into doubt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called a snap election. He claims his minority Government needs to win a majority to push through his Covid recovery plans. Critics, however, say the move is a cynical power play.In this episode of World Review, Emily Tamkin in Washington, DC and Ido Vock in Berlin are joined from London by Canadian journalist Megan Gibson, the New Statesman's new senior editor, International. They discuss the politics behind Mr. Trudeau's decision, and why polls are showing a swing towards the Conservatives led by Erin O'Toole.Then, in You Ask Us, they answer a listener question on whether the far-right People's Party of Canada (PPC) will win enough votes to cause problems for the Conservative Party.Further ReadingLuke Savage writes on why Justin Trudeau may come to regret his decision to call a snap electionhttps://www.newstatesman.com/world/americas/north-america/2021/09/why-justin-trudeaus-snap-election-is-backfiringMegan Gibson profiles Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Partyhttps://www.newstatesman.com/canada/2021/09/jagmeet-singh-the-rise-of-canadas-kingmakerIdo Vock explains the new Australian, UK and US alliance known as AUKUShttps://www.newstatesman.com/security/2021/09/what-is-the-aukus-allianceRory Medcalf explores why the AUKUS deal has sparked outrage in Francehttps://www.newstatesman.com/security/2021/09/stab-in-the-back-how-the-new-aukus-pact-sparked-french-outrageJeremy Cliffe has profiled Angela Merkel, as the German Chancellor prepares to leave officehttps://www.newstatesman.com/long-read/2021/09/the-fateful-chancellor-what-the-end-of-the-merkel-era-means-for-the-worldJeremy will also be co-hosting a webinar with Michelle Kosinski of the One Decision podcast, discussing the question: “Where does the transatlantic relationship stand after Afghanistan?” It's on on 21 September at 16.30 BST. Register for free here:https://events.zoom.us/ev/AF2a6BUjUMcNexmewWK5c083XOFytoTRqS2O_s-VFonWzPj6zeqY-3T3Tx6X5Iqx7yL7Me4?lmt=1631816171000**This episode is sponsored by Hexaware Technologies, who have joined the New Statesman as launch partners for our print and digital transformation. They've also sponsored the Tech Leader's Agenda - an exclusive survey into the future of technology leadership. Find out more at www.newstatesman.com/techleadersagenda. Visit the new New Statesman website at www.newstatesman.com today.** See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez, and Victor Anderson react to the news of Tennessee Co-Head Coach Ralph Weekly announcing his retirement on Wednesday. The guys talk about his legacy and who could be joining Karen Weekly's Vols staff. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor talk about Georgia's Hire of Tony Baldwin and hear from Baldwin and Georgia Athletic Director Josh Brooks. Eric talks with Texas AM Athletic Hall of Fame inductee and three-time All-American Megan Gibson. The two discuss her upcoming softball camp in College Station for TwelveBaseball.com. Gibson talks about the mental side of softball, her legendary career, and being a 1-2 tandem with Amanda Scarborough. 

In this edition of In The Circle, Eric Lopez, and Victor Anderson react to the news of Tennessee Co-Head Coach Ralph Weekly announcing his retirement on Wednesday. The guys talk about his legacy and who could be joining Karen Weekly's Vols staff. Also, in the episode, Eric and Victor talk about Georgia's Hire of Tony Baldwin and hear from Baldwin and Georgia Athletic Director Josh Brooks. Eric talks with Texas AM Athletic Hall of Fame inductee and three-time All-American Megan Gibson. The two discuss her upcoming softball camp in College Station for TwelveBaseball.com. Gibson talks about the mental side of softball, her legendary career, and being a 1-2 tandem with Amanda Scarborough. 

In this episode we get to interview Megan Gibson, midwife, fire wife and mom to 3 amazing kids (with one more on the way!) Megan shares the joy, beauty, and bittersweet experience of raising special needs kids. She also shares the one thing she wishes people would STOP saying to parents of special needs kids. Find Megan on Instagram Find her daughter Chloey on Instagram Never miss another episode by subscribing to our weekly email HERE! Please support our podcast on Patreon! Another episode you might enjoy: Episode 36: Guest Melissa Esplin - Raising Special Needs Kids

Korea24 – 2020.12.03. (Thursday) - News Briefing Part 1: Ko Jun-tae of the Korea Herald discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic greatly affected this year's postponed College Scholastic Ability Test(CSAT) and the college hopefuls who took it. (수능) - News Briefing Part 2: Daily COVID-19 cases in South Korea stayed above 500 for the second straight day on Thursday, raising the country's cumulative total to 35,703. Authorities are concerned about new cases, mostly those arising from day-to-day interactions, being reported from all 17 major cities and provinces in the country for the past three consecutive days. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis: Monocle's foreign editor Megan Gibson discusses the global affairs and lifestyle magazine's article "Soft Power Super Stars," as it listed South Korea at No.2 in terms of soft power. She talks about the ranking system, why the process was different this year due to COVID-19, and why South Korea placed as well as it did. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: South Korean game developer Com2uS is granted a Chinese license for their flagship game "Summoners War: Sky Arena"(컴투스), controversy surrounds Lee Dae-ho, the president of the Korea Professional Baseball Players Association(이대호 판공비 논란), and BTS's 2018 hit "Idol" surpasses 800-million views on Youtube (방탄소년단). - Explore Korea: Art critic Andy St. Louis shares the exhibition "Lee Seung Taek’s Non-Art: The Inversive Act" held at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art(MMCA). Andy discusses how the pioneer of Korean experimental art charted a path between the extremes of art and non-art through multiple forms of art mediums. (이승택-거꾸로, 비미술) - Morning Edition Preview with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark shares a piece from the Korea Times that features Lee Joo-hyun, a student at Ewha Women’s University, who placed 3rd at this year's International Cybathlon competition held at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST).

As the latest issue of Monocle hits newsstands, we take a close look at the magazine’s annual Soft Power Survey, which considers how well countries project themselves abroad. Andrew Mueller is joined by Megan Gibson, Chiara Rimella and Fernando Augusto Pacheco. Plus: a conversation with Enna Park, South Korea’s ambassador to the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Gibson joined Alec to discuss living with Borderline Personality Disorder. She also talked about how Alcoholism effected her life and how she copes with traumatic experiences she has to live with.

Wilmers has been the editor of the ‘London Review of Books’, Europe’s legendary literary journal, since 1992. She’s also the author of non-fiction work ‘The Eitingons: A Twentieth-Century Story’ and, more recently, ‘Human Relations and Other Difficulties’, a collection of essays on women’s experiences. She talks to Monocle’s Megan Gibson about the joy of a good sentence and retracing the history of her Russian ancestors.

The Nigerian novelist known for critically acclaimed titles such as ‘Half of a Yellow Sun’ and ‘Americanah’ joins Monocle foreign editor Megan Gibson to talk about being black in America, becoming a global feminist icon, Nigerian fashion and the challenges facing the Left.

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