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The Lowy Institute is a leading international think tank that looks at the world from Australia’s perspective.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a frank and impassioned speech at this year's World Economic Forum at Davos. He argued that in an era of great power competition, middle powers can no longer afford to maintain the fiction of a rules-base... more

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Troy Bramston is a senior writer at The Australian and author of the new biography Gough Whitlam: The Vista of the New — the first comprehensive biography of Australia's 21st prime minister since his death in 2014. Drawing on newly opened archives an... more

Professor Cynthia Miller-Idriss is a globally recognised expert on violent extremism and prevention, based at American University in Washington, DC. She is the author of a new book, Man Up: The New Misogyny and the Rise of Violent Extremism, which ex... more

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As part of the Lowy Institute Recast series, we are republishing the best podcasts of 2025. In case you missed them the first time around or if you want revisit these engaging conversations, the Recast series has you covered.

US Senator Chris Coons... more

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Troy Bramston
Distinguished senior writer at the Australian newspaper and author of political biographies, including on Prime Ministers Bob Hawke, Bob Menzies, and Paul Keating.
The Australian
Episode: Troy Bramston: How Gough Whitlam reshaped Australia's place in the world
Cynthia Miller-Idriss
US-based global expert on violent extremism and its prevention, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab.
American University
Episode: Extremism expert: Rising misogyny is fuelling political violence worldwide
Edward Luce
US national editor and columnist at the Financial Times, author of 'You Speak, The Life of Zbigniew Brzezinski'
Financial Times
Episode: Recast: Cold War prophet
Dr. Rahman Yaacob
Research fellow in the Southeast Asia Program at the Lowy Institute
Lowy Institute
Episode: Recast: Russia's interests in Southeast Asia
Ian Storey
Senior Fellow at the Institute for Southeast Asian Studies in Singapore
Institute for Southeast Asian Studies
Episode: Recast: Russia's interests in Southeast Asia
Ika Trijsburg
Director of urban analytics at the Australian National University and head of democracy and diplomacy at the Municipal Association of Victoria.
Australian National University, Municipal Association of Victoria
Episode: City Diplomacy: The role of cities in international relations
Lachlan Strahan
Former diplomat and author of 'The Curious Diplomat'
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Episode: Conversations: A Curious Diplomat
Todd Stern
Former US Special Envoy for Climate Change
Episode: Conversations: Inside COP30 — A former climate envoy on the United States’ absence and the future of global cooperation
Ryan Neelam
Former Australian diplomat and the Director of Public Opinion and Foreign Policy at the Lowy Institute
Lowy Institute
Episode: Development Futures: United Nations’ reform and relevance

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Sam Roggeveen
Director of the International Security Program at the Lowy Institute

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 209 ratings
  • Excellent

    No hubris, no rants. Honest, thoughtful analyses devoid of conspiracy obsessions . What a relief , thinks this former academic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    no blonp
    Australia2 years ago
  • Greetings from Trumpland - book by Zoe Daniels

    Excellent interview by Lowy Institute Research Fellow Lydia Khalil with Zoe Daniel on her new book, Greetings from Trumpland. The power of Demagogues, decline in institutions and the motivations of the voter. Fabulous interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH and BH
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great guests, rubbish host.

    Such potential here. Interesting topics from fascinating guests, yet Fullilove’s obsession with reminding us he is a creature of the Canberra bubble with his relentless Trump bashing is so dull and pathetic.

    He takes every opportunity to steer the conversation towards Trump and then serves up a dose of elitist, beltway garbage.

    With a better host this would be a 5 star review.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DutchDegenerate
    Australia5 years ago
  • Australian Focused Foreign Policy

    Great, informative, up to date podcast with a focus on the Asia Pacific from the people at the Australian think tank. Audio quality could be better at times but seriously, harden up you whinges, you can’t get closer to the real action with the boffins than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul the Greyhound
    Australia5 years ago
  • Some much valuable information

    Love this podcast. It keeps me informed on so many subjects. Essential listening if you want to stay on top of the important world issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WJ9884
    Australia5 years ago

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Overall, the show is marked by a commitment to high-quality content relevant to international relations, though audio quality has been cited as an area for improvement.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and in-depth analyses of current global events, often praising the expertise of guests.
There are some criticisms regarding the host's focus and potential biases, suggesting a demand for more balanced perspectives on controversial topics.

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Recast: His Father’s Son — The Xi family and the Future of China
Q: What lessons did Xi Jinping take from his father's career?
Xi Jinping reflects on tradition versus innovation and emphasizes the need for the Party to adapt continuously while remaining ideologically committed.
Recast: His Father’s Son — The Xi family and the Future of China
Q: Why write a big biography of Xi Zhongxun, Xi's father?
To provide a better understanding of Xi Jinping and the milieu he grew up in, as well as to narrate the history of the Chinese Communist Party through the life of Xi Zhongxun.
Troy Bramston: How Gough Whitlam reshaped Australia's place in the world
Q: What do you see as Whitlam's greatest achievement in foreign policy?
The recognition of the People's Republic of China, as it has had lasting significance for Australia's economic prosperity and diplomatic standing.
Troy Bramston: How Gough Whitlam reshaped Australia's place in the world
Q: Why did you write this book?
I was mindful of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Whitlam government and aimed to provide a fresh perspective on his legacy through extensive interviews and archival research.
Recast: US Senator Chris Coons on President Trump, AUKUS and the future of the Democratic Party
Q: What do you think have been the successes of President Trump's foreign policies? What have been the failures?
Coons acknowledges Trump's unconventional presidency and points to NATO's strengthened resolve as a success, while mentioning the disruptions caused in alliances as a failure.

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2. Cynthia Miller-Idriss
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