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What will the appointment of Andy Burnham as the UK's new prime minister mean? Jul 19, 2026

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From mayor to prime minister. Labour Party leader Andy Burnham has promised to steer the UK in a new direction. He'll have to balance challenges at home with growing uncertainty abroad. So, what will his appointment mean for Britain's role and position on the international stage?

In this episode:

Jonathan Tonge, Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool.
Laurel Rapp, Director, US and North America Program, Chatham House.
Mihir Sharma, Principal Research Fellow, Institute for Public Policy Research.

Host: James Bays

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What can be done to bring the attacks in Gaza to an end? Jul 18, 2026

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No safety or security for Palestinians in Gaza. A truce is in place, but Israeli strikes target the Strip nearly every day. Hundreds of people have been killed since it took effect in October. So, what's the purpose of the ceasefire deal? What can be done to bring the attacks to an end?

In this episode:

Xavier Abu Eid - political analyst and former Communications Director for the Palestine Liberation Organization
Julie Norman - Associate Fellow with the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House
Gideon Levy - a columnist at Haaretz newspaper

Host: Scott McLean

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Are countries prepared to cope with extreme weather? Jul 14, 2026

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Extreme weather is causing havoc across much of the world, from record-breaking heatwaves to drought, storms and floods. Scientists warn it's the new normal and that the consequences of climate change are likely to get even worse. So, how will governments cope?

In this episode:

Daniel Gilford, Climate Scientist at Climate Central
Alexandre Borde, Environmental economist and CEO of Cibola Partners
Benjamin Horton, Dean of the School of Energy and Environment and Professor of Earth Science, City University of Hong Kong

Host: Sami Zeidan

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How is the US tech industry regulated? Jul 13, 2026

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Apple is taking OpenAI to court. The tech giant is suing the artificial intelligence company, accusing it of stealing trade secrets. With the AI race in overdrive, firms are competing to release the latest products. But how's that competition being regulated?

In this episode:

R 'Ray' Wang - CEO and principal analyst of Constellation Research
Nick Akerman - New York attorney and former assistant special Watergate prosecutor
Toby Walsh - Chief Scientist, AI Institute at the University of New South Wales Sydney

Host: Anna Burns-Francis

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What legacy did Qatar's former Emir leave behind? Jul 12, 2026

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He's the man behind Qatar's rise on the international stage. Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died. He'll be remembered as the architect of modern Qatar. What lessons will be learned from his legacy?

In this episode:

Ibrahim Al Ibrahim, Former Economic Advisor, Office of the Emir of Qatar.
Andreas Krieg, Associate Professor, School of Security Studies, King's College London.
Patrick Theros, Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Gulf International Forum.

Host: Scott McLean

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Why is Pakistan deporting thousands of Afghan migrants? Jul 11, 2026

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Pakistan carries out another wave of deportations of thousands of Afghan migrants and refugees.
It cites national security concerns. But is politics involved in the rising tension between the neighbours? And how is Kabul dealing with the influx of returnees?

In this episode:

Arafat Jamal - Representative of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees in Afghanistan
Obaidullah Baheer - Adjunct lecturer at the American University of Afghanistan
Kamran Bokhari - Senior Fellow with the Middle East Policy Council in Washington DC
Zahid Mahmood - Pakistani defence analyst and former senior officer of the Pakistan Army

Host: Scott McLean

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Will NATO member states get involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz? Jul 07, 2026

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This year's NATO summit in Turkiye is overshadowed by the Iran war. The U.S. wants allies to help it protect shipping in the vital waterway, but what are the risks?

In this episode:

David Des Roches, Professor at Thayer Marshall Institute and former NATO Operations Director
Alam Saleh, Senior Lecturer of Iranian Studies at Australian National University
Patrick Bury, Defense and Security Specialist at University of Bath and a former NATO analyst

Host: Adrian Finighan

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How will Mali's junta respond to growing rebel attacks? Jul 06, 2026

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Mounting violence in Mali. A coalition of rebels and armed groups has carried out another series of assaults, highlighting the military government's failure to contain the attacks. With the junta under increasing pressure, how will it address this growing security threat?

In this episode:

Kabir Adamu, Managing Director, Beacon Security and Intelligence
Nadina Ronc, independent geopolitical and security analyst
Bram Posthumus, political and economic analyst

Host: Scott McLean

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What are the implications of right-wing populism across Latin America? Jul 05, 2026

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Promising to crack down on crime and promoting strong ties with President Trump - right-wing populists are winning elections across Latin America. Is this a passing phase coming out of voters' economic and safety concerns or a lasting shift? And will this tie the region more to the United States?

In this episode:

Jose Ragas, Historian and Assistant Professor, Catholic University of Chile.
Oliver Stuenkel, Associate Professor, School of International Relations, Getulio Vargas Foundation in Brazil.
Javier Farje, Journalist and Historian.

Host: Scott McLean

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How did Ukrainian strikes cause a fuel crisis in Russia? Jul 04, 2026

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Long lines at petrol stations in one of the world's largest energy producers. Relentless Ukrainian strikes have caused a fuel crisis in Russia. Will economic pressure turn into a political problem for President Vladimir Putin - and move the Kremlin towards talks with Kyiv?

In this episode:

Alexander Bratersky - Political Analyst and an Independent Journalist.
Oleksiy Goncharenko - Ukrainian Member of Parliament.
Theresa Fallon - Director of the Centre for Russia Europe Asia Studies.

Host: Mohammed Jamjoom

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