
World-renowned journalist Christiane Amanpour and ex-husband Jamie Rubin, a former US State Department official, unpack today’s defining global crises. Drawing on decades of insider experience in global affairs, reporting from conflict zones, and grilling world leaders, they explain how we ended up where we are – and where we might be going. Forget about a new world order – right now, there’s no w... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 62 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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With the first cracks in MAGA’s unity beginning to show, Christiane and Jamie are asked what the future of the movement looks like and whether the Democratic Party will be strong enough to take advantage of those cracks and build a lasting majority. more
In this special episode, Christiane and Jamie sum up the impact Trump has had on the world in 2025 - and discuss whether this was the year the rules-based world order was abandoned for good.
They run the rule over a chaotic 12 months in foreign poli... more
In this week’s Q&A, Christiane and Jamie are asked whether the “Five Eyes” intelligence alliance between the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand could be disbanded over questions of the legality of Trump's bombing of alleged drug-carrying vess... more
The Trump administration has finally published its National Security strategy - and it's left Christiane and Jamie baffled. This week, they discuss why, at a time of war in Ukraine, the President seems so keen to welcome Russia back into the fold, wh... more
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Jamie won’t say he is woke?? Woke means you are aware of injustices around us and work to fight for equality. Christiane is fantastic.
Christiane and Jamie are awesome. I love their nuanced discussions and appreciate their voices, especially now.
I love this woman. I love this show!
Thank you for this great info from these two talented and experienced people.i’ve always depended on Christiane and now I have a twofer.
For everyone who wants to understand world events. It’s comforting to do so with their expert analysis, historical insight and first hand experience. Two people who have spent their lives in public service- one proper journalism and the other proper political policy. Oh and their love story as young professionals is like an extreme version of a Nora Ephron movie.
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This podcast features conversations between a leading journalist and a former US State Department official, offering a profound examination of today's pressing global crises. The hosts leverage their extensive backgrounds to provide detailed insights into complex geopolitical issues such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, tensions in the Middle East, and the broader implications of changing power dynamics around the world. With a mix of personal anecdotes and professional analysis, they tackle topics that range from the unique challenges posed by authoritarian regimes to the intricacies of international diplomacy. The rapport between the hosts adds a noteworthy depth, combining expert knowledge with engaging dialogue, making the content both i... more
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