Vice President Kamala Harris will be the Democratic nominee for President. And that's the sum total of what we know about how the electoin will go from here! This week, we discuss what her lightning-fast ascent to the top of the ticket means for US foreign policy, and how leaders in capitals around the world make of a potential Harris Administration. Join John Fowler and Kristen Talman for their takes on the US election and what it means for the world. π Sign up for weekly editions of the Elect...
Jul 26, 2024β’31 minβ’Ep. 5
Can we get a weekend off? Only kidding but it has been a wild past two weekends between an assassination attempt and President Joe Biden, the presumed Democratic candidate, stepping aside. While Kristen was in Milwaukee for the RNC, Republicans united around Trump as foreign delegations tried to squeeze time in with potential 2.0 administration bigwigs. The uncertainty now lies in the Democrat camp where Vice President Kamala Harris looks to be an obvious frontrunner but isn't without her advers...
Jul 22, 2024β’35 minβ’Ep. 4
Hi folks, John here. Both Kristen and I are in the field talking to sources and trying to get close to the people in the rooms where decisions are made. We hear you about the audio quality - it's not the best it could be, but if you can bear with us, we'll back in our home studios soon. Until then, we hope you enjoy our timely, insightful and most importantly, free(!) content. Who noticed the NATO summit even happened? The shadow Biden's future cast over the proceedings obscured the relatively i...
Jul 13, 2024β’32 minβ’Ep. 3
The UK has a new Prime Minister, and the US doesn't have a new president... yet! What does a Labour government mean for the 'Special Relationship'? *To the emailers: Kristen apologises for her less than perfect audio, but we'll be back in our home studios soon! Join John Fowler and Kristen Talman for their takes on the US election and what it means for the world. π Sign up for weekly editions of the Election Intrigue newsletter. π§ Shoot us an email here. Key takeaways: US Political Climate : T...
Jul 07, 2024β’26 minβ’Ep. 2
What will Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin or Benjamin Netanyahu make of Biden's stumbling performance? Did we learn anything about Trump or Biden's foreign policy 2.0? Will Biden even be the candidate come November? Join John Fowler and Kristen Talman for their reaction to the Trump-Biden debate last night. π Sign up for weekly editions of the Election Intrigue newsletter. π§ Shoot us an email here. Key takeaways: Biden's performance in the debate raised concerns about his fitness to lead The Democr...
Jun 28, 2024β’29 minβ’Ep. 1
Hey Intriguers! We'll be back soon posting new and exciting content in this feed, but in the meantime, check out an episode of our sister podcast Intrigue Explained. On this episode, Intrigue co-founders John Fowler and Helen Zhang are joined by Dmitry Grozoubinski of ExplainTrade to discuss the COP28 Summit in Dubai. Check out more episodes of Intrigue Explained here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 04, 2023β’44 min
After 100 episodes, we're taking a break from Intrigue Outloud for a few weeks to create something even better. If you love this podcast, you'll love what we're making next, so make sure you stick around this channel! If you have feedback to help us make Intrigue audio even better, email us at [email protected] or [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 21, 2023β’4 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the meeting between Xi and Biden: how it happened, why it happened when it happened, and what it all means. Thanks to our sponsor, Talk Eastern Europe . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 17, 2023β’22 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss a major breakthrough for rebel forces in Myanmar, and the risky political gambit that set off protests in Madrid . Click here to sign up for our $2,000 cash giveaway! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 14, 2023β’21 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and managing editor Jeremy Dicker join (live from the Intrigue retreat in Austin, Texas) to discuss the challenges of covering the war in Israel and Gaza from far away, and why it feels different than other global conflict zones. Thanks to our sponsor, What Could Go Right . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 10, 2023β’27 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the historic meeting between Australia's Anthony Albanese and China's Xi Jinping, and to examine the new visa-free travel program sweeping across Africa. Click here to sign up for our $2,000 cash giveaway! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 07, 2023β’23 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud, Khaled Elgindy joins to discuss Palestinian politics, the legacy of Mahmoud Abbas, and who can take up the Palestinian cause on the "day after" Abbas leaves office. Khaled is the director of the Program on Palestine and Israeli-Palestinian Affairs at the Middle East Institute and a former adviser to the Palestinian leadership in Ramallah. Thanks to our sponsor, Millennium Space Systems . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 03, 2023β’27 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss protests in Bangladesh and later gives an update on the War in Ukraine . Thanks to our sponsor, Millennium Space Systems . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 31, 2023β’21 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Israel's ground operation in Gaza on Thursday morning, and to explain why Biden wants - but may struggle - to prevent a wider war. Thanks to our sponsor, What Could Go Right . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 27, 2023β’25 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the return of former Pakistani prime minister Nawaz Sharif , and the potential sabotage of undersea infrastructure connecting Estonia and Finland. Thanks to our sponsor, Drizly . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 24, 2023β’20 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss the flurry of diplomatic activity across the Middle East. Thanks to our sponsor, Ryse . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 20, 2023β’19 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss this past weekend's elections in Poland , Ecuador , New Zealand , and Australia . Thanks to our sponsor, Patent Drop . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 17, 2023β’22 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud, Ethan is joined by Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and Jacob Shapiro , Partner and Director of Geopolitical Analysis at Cognitive Investments, to break down the latest from the conflict in Israel and Gaza, and to consider what the fighting tells us about the state of the world order. Thanks to our sponsor, Millennium Space Systems . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 13, 2023β’41 min
On this episode of Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the fallout from the attacks in Israel this weekend. Thanks to our sponsor, Holi . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 10, 2023β’21 min
On this emergency podcast, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins Ethan to discuss the shocking assault on Israel by militants from Gaza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 07, 2023β’20 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud, a deep dive interview with Kudret Γzersay, a former foreign minister, member of Parliament, chief negotiator, and presidential candidate in the unrecognised Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Thanks to our sponsor, Babbel . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 06, 2023β’40 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Slovakia's general election over the weekend, and why some US politicians are threatening to invade Mexico . Thanks to our sponsor, Patent Drop . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 03, 2023β’22 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the alleged assassination by India of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil. Later, John gives an update on the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh . Thanks to our sponsor, Nautilus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 29, 2023β’23 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud live from New York City, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins Ethan to recap the 78th United Nations General Assembly. Proudly supported by The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 22, 2023β’13 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud from NYC, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins Ethan to discuss the side events at UNGA week, and how world leaders are setting rules around tech and AI. Proudly supported by The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 21, 2023β’17 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud live from NYC, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins Ethan to discuss the first day of UNGA speeches - from US President Biden, Ukrainian President Zelensky, and Brazilian President Lula (among others). Proudly supported by The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 20, 2023β’16 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins Ethan live from New York City to recap the "Sustainable Development Goal" Summit on Monday, and to look ahead to leaders' speeches on Tuesday. Proudly supported by The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 19, 2023β’17 min
On today's special Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins Ethan from New York City to preview this week's UN General Assembly. Proudly supported by The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 18, 2023β’14 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Ursula von der Leyen's State of the EU address, and the meeting between Kim Jong Un and President Putin in Russia. Make sure to sign up for our special UN General Assembly newsletter ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 15, 2023β’21 min
On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to break-down the big outcomes of the G20 Summit in India, and to provide an update on tensions between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Nagorno-Karabakh. Make sure to sign up for our special UN General Assembly newsletter ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 12, 2023β’19 min