The Inside Story Podcast

Europe engulfed in flames as wildfires spread rapidly. Hundreds of thousands forced from their homes; swathes of land scorched. Climate change has contributed to this unprecedented fire season. But what will it take to bring the situation under control?

In this episode: 

• Eduardo Rojas, Chairman of the Board, Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification.
• Soraya Fettih, Global Campaigns Coordinator, 350.org. 
• Laurie Laybourn, Executive Director, Strategic Climate Risks Initiative.

Host: Per Nyberg

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Israel says it's planning a major military operation in the occupied West Bank. Settler attacks on Palestinians are intensifying, becoming increasingly violent. As Israel is gearing up for an election, how does this escalation serve Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right partners?

In this episode: 

• Alon Pinkas - Former Israeli ambassador and consul general in New York

   

• Sari Bashi - Human rights lawyer and executive director of the Public Committee Against Torture in Israel

   

• Mairav Zonszein - Senior analyst at the International Crisis Group, focused on Israel and Palestine

Host: Per Nyberg

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What's the significance of the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal? The two countries signed an agreement to co-operate on what they say is generating energy for civilian purposes. But in a volatile Middle East, could this deal lead to a new global nuclear arms race?

In this episode: 

• Abdulaziz Alghashian, Senior Non-Resident Fellow at Gulf International Forum
• Barbara Slavin, Distinguished Fellow at the Stimson Center
• Simon Mabon, Author, ‘The Struggle for Supremacy in the Middle East: Saudi Arabia and Iran 

Host: Frankie McCamley

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India's government is under pressure. Tens of thousands of students are on the streets - demanding the Education Minister's resignation. What started as a protest after exam papers were leaked has turned into a campaign for better living conditions. So, can the youth-led movement bring lasting political change?

In this episode: 

• Amulya Dhawan, Political Science and Sociology student at Ashoka University and media volunteer with the Cockroach Janta Party
• MK Venu, Founding Editor of The Wire 
• Yamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of Practice at The Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University

Host: Anna Burns-Francis

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Southeast Asian nations are gathering for the 2026 ASEAN Summit where topics such as Myanmar and regional security are on the agenda. But officials are gathering amidst an escalating war between the US and Iran. So, will the conflict overshadow the other issues facing ASEAN?

In this episode: 

• Richard Heydarian, Political Scientist.
• Phar Kim Ben, Professor in ASEAN studies at International Islamic Univerisity of Malaysia.
• Don McLain Gill, Lecturer at De La Salle University.

Host: James Bays

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Khalil al-Hayya has been appointed head of the Hamas political bureau. He played a major role in the ceasefire talks to end Israel's devastating war on Gaza. How significant is his election for both Hamas and the Palestinian territory?

In this episode: 

• Ibrahim Fraihat, Professor at the Doha Institute for Graduate Studies.
• Muhammad Shehada, Senior Fellow at European Council on Foreign Relations.
• Max Rodenbeck, Project Director for Israel and Palestine at International Crisis Group.

Host: James Bays

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Ukraine hits back after Russia carries out one of its largest missile attacks of the war. At the same time, Kyiv is dealing with demonstrations and the political fallout following the dismissal of the defence minister. How will the president handle the crisis?

In this episode: 

• Olesia Horiainova, Co-founder and deputy head of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center
• Glenn Diesen, Professor of International Relations at the University of South-East Norway
• Bob Seely, Foreign affairs security analyst and stakeholder in the defence tech company, Trypillian

Host: James Bays

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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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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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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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