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The Inside Story Podcast -- where we dissect, analyse and help define major global stories.


The Inside Story Podcast

France's political turmoil deepens - President Emmanuel Macron's fifth prime minister in less than two years quits after just 27 days and his government lasting just 14 hours. The Left and Right want elections and for Macron to quit. So, what's next for France? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Thierry Mariani, Member, European Parliament, National Rally Party.
 • Eleonore Caroit, Member, Renaissance party and French National Assembly deputy.
 • Eric Bocquet, Mayor, Marquillies.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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What are the consequences of France's political crisis?

Will parliamentary elections in Syria lead to a democratic transition? The country has held its first indirect vote since the overthrow of the al-Assad regime. The new parliament is due to pass a new constitution. But with Syria still facing challenges and some minorities excluded, will this poll serve any purpose?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Celine Kasem, Human Rights Activist.
 • Omer Ozkizilcik, Non-Resident Fellow, Atlantic Council.
 • Heiko Wimmen, Project Director for Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon, International Crisis Group.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Will Syria's parliamentary elections lead to a democratic transition?

Talks to implement Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza are underway. The proposal aims to end Israel's war on the strip, but ignores its decades-long occupation. So, could there ever be peace if Israel continues to occupy Palestinian territories?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Andrew Gilmour, Former UN Assistant Secretary General for Human Rights.
 • Victor Kattan, Assistant Professor, Public International Law, University of Nottingham. 
 • Simon Mabon, Professor, Middle East and International Politics, Lancaster University.
 
Host: Mohammed Jamjoom
 
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Could there ever be peace if Israel continues to occupy Palestinian territories?

The U.S. president tells Israel to stop bombing the strip. Now, negotiations will seek to implement the plan. So, are they likely to work? And can the war finally come to an end?
 
In this episode: 
 
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Mouin Rabbani - Researcher, Analyst and Co-Editor of Jadaliyya. 
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Yossi Mekelberg - Political Analyst and Senior Consulting Fellow at Chatham House.
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Muhammad Shehada - Analyst from Gaza and Senior Fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations.
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Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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Is peace in Gaza within reach?

That's come after the Senate failed to agree on extending federal spending. Hundreds of thousands of employees are affected. But how is it being felt across the country? And what is it costing the economy?
 
In this episode: 
 
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Eric Ham - Political Analyst and Author of ‘The GOP Civil War: Inside the Battle for the Soul of the Republican Party’.
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Drew Friedman - Reporter at Federal News Network focusing on federal workforce, pay and benefits.
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Rina Shah - Political Strategist and Former Senior Congressional Adviser.
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Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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What's the impact of the first government shutdown in the US in seven years?

European leaders meet to discuss Russia and the Ukraine war - after a surge in attacks by both sides in September. More sanctions are under discussion - and new defences against Russian drones. So what next for peace efforts - or are Russia and Europe moving closer to conflict?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Mattia Nelles - CEO and co-founder of the German-Ukrainian Bureau.
 • Eldar Mamedov - Non-Resident Fellow at the Quincy Institute, former Latvian diplomat and former foreign policy adviser in the European Parliament. 
 • Alexey Muraviev - Associate Professor of National Security and Strategic Studies at Curtin University in Perth, Australia. 
 
Host: Dareen Abughaida
 
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Are Russia and Europe moving closer to conflict?

A vital speech for UK prime minister Keir Starmer to rally his party - hoping to reverse dismal poll ratings a year on from a huge election win. Immigration policy and the right-wing Reform UK party pose serious challenges. Can Starmer overcome them - and if not, what next? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Patrick Diamond - Professor in Public Policy at Queen Mary University of London.
 • Jennifer Nadel - Political Communications Strategist and co-founder of Compassion in Politics.
 • Michael Walker - Contributing Editor at Novara Media.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Are the UK's Keir Starmer's political days numbered?

A 20-point plan unveiled by US President Donald Trump to end the war on Gaza with Israel's prime minister by his side. It's been welcomed internationally while Hamas studies the details. So, what's on the table? And what does it mean for Palestinians? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Salman Shaikh, Founder, The Shaikh Group. 
 • Mustafa Barghouti, Secretary General, Palestinian National Initiative. 
 • Nomi Bar-Yaacov, Associate Fellow, Geneva Centre for Security Policy.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Can Trump's new plan end Israel's genocide in Gaza?

Calls for Israel to be banned from global sports and cultural competitions are growing. Many argue it should not take part in international events while committing genocide in Gaza. With next year's World Cup and Eurovision Song Contest on the line, what's the case for and against barring Israel? 
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Ashish Prashar, Campaign Director, Game Over Israel campaign. 
 • Dan Perry, Former Editor, Associated Press. 
 • Andrew Feinstein, Anti-apartheid Activist. 
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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Should Israel be banned from international sport events?

Iran is once again under pressure for its nuclear programme. The UN has reimposed sanctions that were lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal. Tehran insists its programme is peaceful, but Western countries say it's not. So, what's next in this long-standing crisis? And does diplomacy still stand a chance?
 
In this episode: 
 
 • Ellie Geranmayeh, Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations. 
 • Mark Fitzpatrick, Associate Fellow, International Institute for Strategic Studies.
 • Marzie Khalilian, Iranian Political Analyst.
 
Host: Nick Clark
 
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What are the implications of the UN reimposing sanctions on Iran?

The world's most valuable company, Apple, is being sued by Democratic Republic of Congo.The tech giant's accused of using illegally-mined minerals in products like iPhones sold worldwide. Apple denies the claim. What's behind this legal action?
 
In this episode:
 
 • Robert Amsterdam, International lawyer
 • Alain Uaykani, Journalist
 • Gregory Mthembu-Salter, Consultant in natural resource governance,
 
Host: James Bays
 
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