
Weekly podcast on the events, policies and ideas that will shape the world.World in 30 minutes is curated by Mark Leonard, Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR), and features top-level speakers from across the EU and beyond to debate and discuss Europe’s role in the world. It was awarded “Best podcasts on EU politics” by PolicyLab in 2019.Member of the EuroPod network.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 609 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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China’s rise has long fascinated policymakers, economists and technologists. But few observers have studied the country’s technological ambitions as closely as Dan Wang, research fellow at the Hoover History Lab at Stanford University and author of B... more
The European Council on Foreign Relations turned 18 in November 2025. This milestone offers a unique moment to reflect on the world in which ECFR was founded—and how dramatically it has changed. In 2007, Europe had the world’s confidence: democracy s... more
In this emergency podcast episode, Mark Leonard welcomes Jana Kobzova, co-director of ECFR’s European Security Programme, and Jim O’Brien, former US assistant secretary of state for Europe and ECFR distinguished policy fellow, to dissect the leaked 2... more
Europe’s most ambitious defence project is in deep trouble. Europe’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS), presented as the crown jewel of Franco-German cooperation, was meant to deliver a next-generation defence system ready to meet the demands of an inc... more
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Always interesting and deep. Good job Jeremy this week! I am a fan
Another excellent podcast in your terrific summer series on right wing politics. The guests have been very well chosen and have provided really informative perspectives. I’m not sure why Mark‘s questions all had echoes while Pappin’s didn’t but that’s a minor quibble. Everything was clear and understandable. I look forward to further podcasts on the subject of the right, whether in the summer series or not.
Brilliant podcast on the challenges of classical liberalism from the right
- great intro by Mark Leonard & Ivan Krastev on the current situation, where liberalism is currently under pressure from a conceptual view point and the need to hear the perspective from the non-liberal conservative side
- great, very civil exchanges with conservative thinkers who are able to explain where they are coming from and fully articulate their cases in a way which leaves room for the audience to make up their mi... more
Excellent discussion!
As interesting as this conversation is, Mark has a revolting habit of sucking up his breath into the microphone which sounds like he’s about to hyperventilate. It makes this so hard to listen to… surely he can hear this when editing and fix his microphone?!
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This podcast provides insightful discussions focused on global events, policies, and ideas that shape Europe's role in international affairs. Through engaging conversations led by a knowledgeable host, it features expert guests—ranging from policymakers to academics—who analyze contemporary geopolitical issues, including migration, defense, and technological advancements. Each episode is intentionally concise, designed to deliver thought-provoking content in just 30 minutes, making it accessible for busy listeners interested in the complexities of European politics and its global implications. The show is recognized for its distinctive blend of expertise and brevity, making it a pertinent resource for those looking to understand pressing in... more
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