Podcasts about World politics

Middle East correspondent Madeline Croad spoke to Lisa Owen about dozens - including three American soldiers - who have been killed in the latest flare up in the US-Iran war. Back and forth attacks between boths countries haven't slowed down over the past eight days. The US military says its latest strikes were designed to "punish" Iran for allegedly killing two American troops in Jordan over the weekend.

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about Andy Burnham preparing to step in as Prime Minister, as well as controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan who have been arrested in the US on British charges.

Sir Keir Starmer has officially resigned, and Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, has accepted the invitation of King Charles to form a government. Burnham spoke outside Downing Street, with no lectern, and no notes. BBC political correspondent Rob Watson spoke to John Campbell from London.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

United Kingdom correspondent Grace Thomas spoke to Lisa Owen about the murder of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, which police say there is nothing to suggest was politically motivated, as well as two British tourists who have been rescued after getting caught up in deadly Spanish wildfires while hiking.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks to John Campbell; Todd McClay on strengthening ties with India; BBC's Frank Gardner discusses latest from Middle East; Road users react to roads of national significance U-turn; Josh Moorby on dream All Blacks debut against Italy

In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First: A discussion about the start of a new, temporary program covering GLP-1 medications for obesity for certain Medicare beneficiaries with Dr. Mehmet Oz of the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Then: James Robbins of Institute of World Politics discusses the latest on the Iran War and this week's NATO Summit Finally: Matt Bennett – co-founder of the center-left group "Third Way" discusses recent wins by Democratic Socialist candidates and what it means for the future of the Democratic Party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UK correspondent Natasha Clark on  Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's decision to quit his  seat and stand again, a conditional pardon granted for the last woman executed in UK and Prince Harry loses case against Daily Mail.

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about police investigating the death of a four-year-old boy, in circumstances that can only be described as disturbing.

United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about President Trump calling FIFA's boss over a US player's suspension, which has some critics and fans seeing red.

A Paris court has cleared the way for Marine Le Pen to run for president, but with the condition she must wear an electronic ankle tag. Correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Paris.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Chris Hipkins discusses Indian PM visit, China Pacific test; Grocery Commissioner discusses investigation into sector; ABC's Lice Movono on rising Pacific tensions with China; Pregnancy Hope Auckland charity at risk of closing; Teen forced to switch schools to get game time

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Academics say China's new ethnic unity law has implications for people living outside of the country and New Zealanders should be concerned. Anna Fifield, former Bureau Chief in Beijing for the Washington Post spoke to John Campbell about the potential implications of the new law.

This July fourth in the USA marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As it reaches this milestone, we take a look at the current temperature of the United States and what the future holds for it.

United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about how the US president's finances for last year have been revealed and how the US is trying to kick its way to the next round of the World Cup.

Neil the Seal is causing more destruction - officials say to admire from afar. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm joins Lisa Owen on Checkpoint.

UK correspondent Steph Spyro joins Kathryn to talk about the UK's defence spending plan, which the opposition says is short by several million. Two officers are being investigated over potential gross misconduct in the stabbing death of Henry Nowak. The family of a three year old who ended up in a crocodile enclosure have thanked the staff who rescued him, temperatures in June have broken records and Harry Kane's kept England's World Cup hopes alive. Steph Spyro is the Daily Express' deputy political editor

Middle East correspondent Lou Browne spoke to Lisa Owen about how there's been a major anti-corruption crackdown in Iraq. He also spoke about how mines along the Strait of Hormuz still need to be cleared and how billions of dollars' worth of frozen assets will be released by Qatar, according to Iran's president.

Refugees allowed to settle in the UK might have to repay the government £10,000 to cover their own support, while commuters in England grappled with major disruption this week. UK correspondent Grace Thomas spoke with Lisa Owen.

The idea that women should be homemakers and men should be providers is resurfacing in parts of the American right, where it is moving from online spaces into real political influence. In a cover story for The Atlantic magazine, writer Helen Lewis explores this strain of thinking sometimes labelled "masculinism" as part of a broader backlash against feminism. Some voices within the movement argue society has become biased toward women's interests, with the most extreme even suggesting women shouldn't even have the right to vote. Lewis also looks at the ties between champions of masculinism and senior MAGA officials in the Trump administration. The story is titled The Men Who Want Women to Be Quiet, subtitled A Virulent Form of Misogyny Has Become the Single Most Important Force Holding Together the American Right.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

US correspondence Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the latest on the fragile discussions happening in regards to the US-Iran peace deal.

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about work continuing to determine whether the discovery of two seabirds infected with the deadly H5 strain of bird flu, foreshadows a major outbreak of the disease that could have serious consequences for the country's native animals and its poultry industry.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

President Trump faces mounting political pressure due to intense domestic criticism over Swiss peace talks with Iran.

He announced his decision late last night, saying he accepted he was not best placed to lead Labour into the next general election. 

Middle East correspondent Lou Browne spoke to Lisa Owen about the first round of talks that are underway in Switzerland after the US and Iran signed an agreement to end the war.

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about reports suggesting Prime Minister Keir Starmer is considering his future in office as pressure on him to step down continues to grow.

Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins; Nicola Willis answers listeners questions on KiwiSaver policy; BBC's Rob Watson discusses Starmer's resignation, Mayors call for cross-party support over bed tax; Author compiles Southern Hemisphere's greatest novels

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Bill's analysis of President Trump's press conference following the G7 Summit. James S. Robbins, Ph.D., Dean of The Institute of World Politics, weighs in on the 60-day timeline, why the president praised China in his remarks, and how Trump's approach compares to the Obama Iran deal. Is Evanston, Illinois' reparations program illegal? Why is the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division intervening. A Washington Post report claims the Trump administration knew it would need taxpayer money to fund the White House ballroom. Final Thought: Bill recommends a patriotic song to check out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

US President Donald Trump says the full text of the US/Iran deal will be made public soon. Correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Evian.

A framework for a US-Iran peace deal has been reached to ease hostilities and reopen oil traffic.

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Europe for the G7 summit, where his agreement with Iran is expected to be in the spotlight. BBC Security correspondent, Frank Gardner spoke to John Campbell.

The Prime Minister and Finance Minister are urging fuel companies to pass on any oil price drops to consumers, in the wake of the US/Iran deal. Waitomo's chief executive Simon Parham spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The UK has announced a social media ban for under-16s that will be stricter than the one in Australia. Correspondent Olly Barratt spoke to John Campbell from London.

An Iranian-born Kiwi says he hopes the deal between the US and Iran will hold, but says the military action has failed to result in regime change. Bahram Kargar spoke to John Campbell.

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Europe correspondent Seamus Kearney on the upcoming G7 summit, Swiss voters rejecting a population cap, and further protests against a luxury resort in Albania. 

Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; Labour's Barbara Edmonds speaks to John Campbell; Kelly Eckhold discusses how Iran war is impacting NZ economy; Paul Spoonley discusses Swiss vote on population cap; New Lower Hutt clinic inundated with enrolment interest

President Trump has been accused of politicising commemorations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Middle East correspondent Lou Browne spoke to Lisa Owen about a peace agreement with Iran that could be reached this weekend accord to Donald Trump after calling off a fresh round of planned US strikes. 

United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer grappling with another political setback after defence secretary John Healey's shock resignation over armed forces funding. 

Franklin Foer, staff writer at the Atlantic and the author of How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization (Harper Perennial, new edition 2026), talks about the new edition of his book and looks ahead to the start of World Cup.   Photo: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 09: General view of the Adidas Trionda, official match ball of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at SoFi Stadium on June 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt McNulty - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about Australia's major political parties continuing to grapple with a surge in support for One Nation, after a recent survey put the party polling ahead of the governing Labor Party. 

Brandon Weichert is a former U.S. congressional staffer, geopolitical analyst, and national security expert with an M.A. in Statecraft & National Security Affairs from the Institute of World Politics. He serves as Senior National Security Editor at 19FortyFive.com, hosts The National Security Hour on America Outloud News/iHeartRadio, and runs The Weichert Report online journal while consulting for the Department of Defense and private organizations.-----Link to All Things Viva: https://www.shoutout.fans/vivafreiBUY A BOOK! https://amzn.to/4qBXikSSEND ME SOMETHING! David Freiheit 20423 SR 7 Ste F6319 Boca Raton 33498TIP WITH CRYPTO! bc1qt0umnqna63pyw5j8uesphsfz0dyrtmqcq5ugwmFor advertising inquiries please email sponsorships@rumble.comTHAT IS ALL!

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Bill explains how the U.S. dominates militarily but not economically and how the world doesn't care what's happening inside Iran. Dr. James Robbins, Dean of the Institute of World Politics, breaks down how there's no incentive for Iran to make a deal, and whether he was surprised the Trump administration thought destroying the country would bring them to reach an agreement. Is there room for Republican candidates to veer away from Trump? Bill looks at a recent news report, arguing that some media are ignoring ICE deportations of dangerous illegal migrants. Why US Magistrate Judge Zia M. Faruqui is saying the alleged WHCD shooter is being treated worse than gang members and Jan. 6 rioters. Final Thought: Gift a BillOReilly.com membership this Mother's and Father's Day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices