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Intrigue Outloud

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Episodes

8 September: India plays host and Germany's economy diagnosed

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the G20 Summit in New Delhi, India, and what's gone so wrong with the German economy . Make sure to sign up for our special UN General Assembly newsletter ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 08, 202322 min

5 September: Erdogan and Putin meet and Libya's diplomatic retreat

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the meeting in Sochi between Russian President Putin and Turkish President Erdogan, and the diplomatic dust-up between Libya and Israel. Thanks to our sponsor, Nice News . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 05, 202318 min

1 September: China's real estate sector in review and Gabon has a coup

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to examine what the crisis in China's real estate market means for its economy, and to discuss the coup in Gabon . Make sure to sign up for our special UNGA newsletter ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 01, 202320 min

29 August: Planes exploding and Zimbabweans voting

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to examine the mysterious death of Wagner Group founder Yevgeny Prigozhin (and what it means for Wagner's future), and to explain why Zimbabwe's election last week matters. Thanks to our sponsor, Incogni . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 29, 202322 min

25 August: India space program prevails and Nvidia's sky-high sales

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, host Ethan Plotkin breaks down the top stories from all four corners of the globe: a mysterious plane crash in Russia, a breakthrough for India's space program , an update on the BRICS summit , and a massive revenue report for an American chipmaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 25, 20237 min

22 August: Ecuador's elections and BRICS new direction

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, host Ethan Plotkin breaks down the top stories from all four corners of the globe: elections in Ecuador , the end of the political deadlock in Thailand, Japan's controversial nuclear waste plan, and the BRICS summit in Johannesburg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 22, 20237 min

18 August: Rapid recap of the week's top stories

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler recaps five of the week's top stories: the coup in Niger , the meeting between the leaders of Japan and South Korea , tensions on the Black Sea , a visit by the Iranian foreign minister to Saudi Arabia, and a surprise election result in Argentina . Thanks to our sponsor, Atlas . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 18, 202320 min

15 August: Two years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to reflect on two years since the Taliban took control in Afghanistan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 202317 min

11 August: The US targets Chinese tech and Italy's banks cut a check

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss US President Biden's new executive order restricting tech investments in China. Later, Ethan examines the Italian government's surprise tax on banks . Thanks to our sponsor, Best Buy . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 11, 202319 min

8 August: India holds no-confidence sesh and protests erupt in Bangladesh

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss political shake-ups in Pakistan and India . Later, Ethan examines the protests against Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and John takes a look at some new from the week ahead. Help us improve Intrigue Outloud by taking our survey ! Thanks to our sponsor, Masterworks . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 08, 202322 min

4 August: Haiti may get assistance and negotiations in Lebanon face resistance

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss how Kenya could help Haiti through its security crisis. Later, Ethan discusses fighting between Palestinian factions in Lebanon, and Helen examines the Myanmar junta's mysterious partial pardon of former prime minister Aung San Suu Kyi. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 04, 202316 min

1 August: Elon's internet service and Bolivia's making neighbours nervous

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the geopolitical impact of Elon Musk's Starlink internet service. Later, Ethan examine why Bolivia is getting closer to America's adversaries, and John gives an update on the War in Ukraine. Thanks to our sponsor, Roca . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 01, 202320 min

28 July: A president dethroned and foreign minister disowned

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the coup against Niger's democratically-elected president. Later, Ethan examines the Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg, and John gives his thoughts on the mysterious ouster of China's foreign minister. Thanks to our sponsor, CookUnity . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 28, 202319 min

25 July: Crime in Ecuador surges and a new Cambodian leader emerges

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss Ecuador's unprecedented crime wave . Later, Ethan explains why Cambodia's prime minister picked his son to succeed him, and Val examines the massive wildfires in Greece. Thanks to our sponsor, Drizly . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 25, 202314 min

21 July: Embassies in flames and Taiwan war games

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss the storming of Sweden's embassy in Iraq. Later, Ethan explores a diplomatic drama between the UK, EU, and Argentina, and Helen recaps her recent visit to Taiwan. Thanks to our sponsor, Masterworks . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 21, 202317 min

18 July: Grain deal suspended and Iranian freedoms amended

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Russia's suspension of its participation in the landmark Black Sea Grain Deal . Later, John discusses US-China climate negotiations , and Ethan gives an update on the protests in Iran . Thanks to our sponsor, 1440 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 18, 202318 min

14 July: Israel in transition and a setback for Thailand's opposition

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the resumption of the Israeli government's judicial overhaul campaign. Later, John examines the latest political drama in Thailand , and Ethan explores the weird world of Guantanamo Bay . Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 14, 202319 min

11 July: NATO's drama and diamonds in Botswana

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss this week's NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania. Later, Ethan and John dive into two topics that have been on their minds: Saudi Arabia's oil output and a landmark revenue sharing deal between Botswana and a leading diamond company. Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 11, 202320 min

Two Roads Diverged: Georgia decides its destiny

On the season finale of Intrigue Outloud deep dives, Teona Akubardia joins to discuss Georgia's quest for membership in the European Union and NATO, how a five-day war in 2008 still shapes Georgia's politics, and why Ukraine may decide Georgia's fate. Ms. Akubardia is a Member of Georgian Parliament from the liberal Strategy Builder party, the Deputy Chairperson of Parliament’s Defense and Security Committee, and the former deputy secretary of Georgia's National Security Council. Thanks to our s...

Jun 30, 202339 min

28 June: Land disputes in the Caucasus and Zambia cuts its losses

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a decades-long land dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Zambia's landmark debt restructuring deal. Thanks to our sponsor, Hubspot . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 28, 202315 min

26 June: What the #%!@ just happened in Russia?

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and Intrigue Editor-in-Chief Jeremy Dicker break down a wild 24 hours in Russia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 26, 202321 min

In Small Packages: how tiny Estonia is revolutionising democracy

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Estonia's Ambassador to the US, Kristjan Prikk, joins to discuss why the War in Ukraine hits so close to home in Estonia, how to make Europe a more secure place, and how Estonia can help Ukraine rebuild after the war. Kristjan Prikk has served as Estonia's Ambassador to the US since 2021. Prior to his posting in Washington, Prikk served for nearly three years as the Permanent Secretary of the Estonian Ministry of Defense. Thanks to our sponsor, Drizly . Hosted on Aca...

Jun 23, 202347 min

21 June: Mediterranean migrants and geopolitical giants

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss how Europe is tackling another migration crisis , and how the world's three largest countries are managing relations. Thanks to our sponsor, Holi . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 21, 202315 min

19 June: Iranian stockpiles and Guatemalan trials

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a potential deal to constrain Iran's nuclear program , and what the trial of a publisher means for Guatemala. Thanks to our sponsor, Babbel . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 19, 202315 min

Mr. Modi Goes to Washington: is India a great power?

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Richard Rossow joins to preview Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's much-anticipated visit to Washington, how Modi has shaped India's economy and its geopolitical posture, and where the country of 1.4 billion people is heading next. The US’ 2023 Agenda for Building a Stronger Relationship with India by Richard. Thanks to our sponsor, Roca News . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 16, 202341 min

14 June: Scotland's big surprise and Nigerian oil prices rise

On this Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss what former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's arrest over the weekend means for Scottish independence, and how the end of Nigeria's long-time fuel subsidy might be a good thing. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 14, 202315 min

12 June: Morocco eyes annexation and Cuba's newest spying station

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the competing claims for sovereignty in the region of Western Sahara , and reports that China is establishing a spy facility in Cuba . Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 12, 202316 min

Arms Wide Open: bringing Maduro back into the fold

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Carolina Jiménez Sandoval joins to discuss the different ways Latin American leaders are approaching Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's re-emergence, what those different approaches say about politics in the region, and where the efforts to bring democracy back to Venezuela now stand. Carolina Jiménez Sandoval is the president of the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA), a former deputy research director for the Americas at Amnesty International, and a citize...

Jun 09, 202337 min

7 June: Saudi Arabia's nuclear plan and Ukraine loses a critical dam

On today’s Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss Saudi Arabia’s nuclear energy ambitions , and to examine who might be responsible for the destruction of a dam in southern Ukraine. Thanks to our sponsor, Roca News . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 07, 202314 min

5 June: Cape Town conferences and Singapore Summits

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in South Africa, and the Shangri-La Asian security conference in Singapore. Thanks to our sponsor, Holi . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 05, 202314 min
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