Rephonic
Artwork for The Brink

The Brink

The Brink
Israel
Islamism
Hamas
Western Civilization
Gaza
Aston Villa
October 7, 2023
Communism
Brexit
Identity Politics
Radical Progressivism
Higher Education
Jewish Identity
Cultural Relativism
Anti-Israel Movement
Far-Right Nationalism
Middle East
Anti-Semitism
National Security
Islam

Welcome to your much-needed antidote to centrist dad podcasts. Presented by Daily Telegraph columnist and foreign correspondent Jake Wallis Simons and former parachute regiment officer and geopolitical analyst Andrew Fox, The Brink brings their wealth of real-life experience to bear upon the most important topics of the day, from Israel to immigration, Ukraine to Islamism, asylum hotels to the ris... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes27Founded5 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsPolitics

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Brink

Latest Episodes

Don't forget to claim your free one-month trial here: thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/newyeartrial

In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Atbin Moayedi & Haleh Blake to examine the unfolding catastrophe in Iran, where the death toll fr... more

Don't forget to claim your free one-month trial here: thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/newyeartrial

In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a Gaza-born analyst and one of the most prominent moderate Palestinian voic... more

In this special live episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Rachel Riley and Brendan O’Neill for a powerful and often confrontational discussion about antisemitism, Holocaust memory, and the moral collapse of Western institutions since O... more

In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Michael Gove, former Cabinet minister and one of the most influential figures in modern British politics, for a wide-ranging and unusually frank conversation about power, ideology, and the state of the c... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Brendan O'Neill Show
The Brendan O'Neill ShowThe Brendan O'Neill Show
The spiked podcast
The spiked podcastThe spiked podcast
TRIGGERnometry
TRIGGERnometryTRIGGERnometry

Recent Guests

Atbin Moayedi
British Iranian professional working to raise awareness about the situation in Iran
Episode: Iran Bloodbath: Why is the media silent?
Haleh Blake
British Iranian professional fighting for the truth about the Iranian regime's actions
Episode: Iran Bloodbath: Why is the media silent?
Rachel Riley
Countdown presenter, former Strictly contestant, and campaigner against anti-Semitism, awarded an MBE in 2023 for services to Holocaust education and anti-Semitism awareness.
Episode: Brendan O’Neill & Rachel Riley - The West’s Antisemitism Crisis | The Brink Live
Brendan O'Neill
Writer and polemicist, founder of Spiked Online magazine, author of 'After the Pogrom' and 'Vibe Shift'.
Spiked Online
Episode: Brendan O’Neill & Rachel Riley - The West’s Antisemitism Crisis | The Brink Live
Michael Gove
Former Tory Minister and now editor of The Spectator
The Spectator
Episode: MUST WATCH: Michael Gove Slams “centrist dads” Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell
Rory Stewart
Former Conservative Minister and co-host of The Rest is Politics Podcast
Episode: MUST WATCH: Michael Gove Slams “centrist dads” Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell
Kasra Aarabi
Director of IRGC Research at United Against Nuclear Iran
United Against Nuclear Iran
Episode: Inside Iran: Everything The Legacy Media Won’t Tell You
Kwasi Kwarteng
Former Chancellor of the Exchequer, currently involved in media and Bitcoin investment.
Episode: Kwasi Kwarteng: I’d do a better job than Rachel Reeves!
Neil Ferguson
Professor and commentator on radical movements
Stanford University
Episode: New Year on The Brink: War, Lies, Power and the Collapse of Trust

Hosts

Jake Wallis Simons
Columnist and foreign correspondent with a focus on significant global issues.
Andrew Fox
Former parachute regiment officer and geopolitical analyst, providing insights on national security and social issues.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Excellent

    One of the few brave programs taking on the Islamists and the rise of antisemitism in the west. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zimalu
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Top-notch

    I’m a huge fan of this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlonseider
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great, but would like to hear the full episode!

    I’m really enjoying this podcast, and think Jake’s and Andrew’s incisive analysis is spot on. I am a subscriber, but don’t do substack. I find it a bit annoying, therefore, that the podcast ends prematurely, and to hear the whole episode, I would have to pay via substack. This seems rather mean, and surely it’s more important to get the message out there, to as many people as possible, rather than making money out of it. Other podcasts issue the podcast early to their followers on substack, and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tracey Rem
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Brilliant

    I have just discovered The Brink podcast and I highly recommend it to everyone. Jake and Andrew are brilliant and thought provoking. Definitely worth a listen if you want to know the truth about stories that are happening around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandra5**
    Australia4 months ago
  • Fact based

    Great to hear a nuanced discussion based on facts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dinosaurele
    Australia4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many commend the insightful analysis and the hosts' informative backgrounds.
Feedback indicates a desire for discussions that engage with real-world implications of current events.
Listeners appreciate the bravery in tackling sensitive subjects like antisemitism and Islamism.
There are calls for more complete episodes instead of paywalls limiting content access.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#104
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#191
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#196
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#126
France/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#237
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#83
Israel/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

‘Final Hostages Are Home’ Palestinian Who Escaped from Hamas Speaks Out About Gaza’s Future
Q: What's your background and what forged you as a person?
Ahmed shares his experiences of living in Gaza, Saudi Arabia, and his exposure to both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority education systems.
‘Final Hostages Are Home’ Palestinian Who Escaped from Hamas Speaks Out About Gaza’s Future
Q: How is it actually like for an average Gazan living in this kind of post-war world?
Ahmed describes that there are two parallel societies in Gaza, with children aware of the differences, leading to disillusionment among the youth regarding the path of resistance.
‘It’s activism masquerading as journalism’: Former Sky newsreader and director of BBC TV speak out
Q: How do we balance accountability with freedom of speech?
It is not possible with the BBC; it is considered incorrigible and beyond reform.
Ed Husain: Is Islam compatible with the West?
Q: Could you tell me a brief, positive history of your background and where you're coming from?
Sure. I went through a stage in my life for about five years associated with what we today call extremist Islamist organizations, beginning with Hezbollah Tahrir and subsequently the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas.
Tom Holland - “A Civilisational Earthquake” The Fall of Christianity and Rise of Islam in the West
Q: How do we address the difficulty of radical Islamists who aren't aligned with Western values?
It requires Muslims to accept that they need to adjust their faith identity to fit within a broader secular society.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Brink

What is The Brink about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insightful discussions focusing on pressing global issues, such as geopolitics, security, and social equity. The hosts leverage their backgrounds in journalism and military service to analyze topics like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the rise of extremism in Western societies, the implications of Brexit, and challenges in the media landscape. Unique for its critical approach to mainstream narratives, it features a lineup of esteemed guests who bring informed perspectives on current events, making the conversations both engaging and thought-provoking. The emphasis on practicality and common sense in policymaking is likely to resonate with listeners seeking a deeper understanding of complex issues affecting the West to... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Brink?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Brink. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Brink and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Brink get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Brink, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Brink?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Brink, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Brink have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Brink has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Brink?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Brink:

1. The Brendan O'Neill Show
2. The spiked podcast
3. The Winston Marshall Show
4. TRIGGERnometry
5. Conversations with Peter Boghossian

How many episodes of The Brink are there?

The Brink launched 5 months ago and published 27 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Brink?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Brink?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Brink from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Brink?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Brink. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Brink?

Recent guests on The Brink include:

1. Atbin Moayedi
2. Haleh Blake
3. Rachel Riley
4. Brendan O'Neill
5. Michael Gove
6. Rory Stewart
7. Kasra Aarabi
8. Kwasi Kwarteng

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days