Jackie Northam

Ayah Batrawi, Dubai-based correspondent covering Gulf impacts; Franco Ordonez, White House reporter on presidential messaging; Jackie Northam, international affairs correspondent on battlefield developments. They discuss widening U.S.-Israeli-Iran fighting, Tehran’s regional strikes and Hezbollah’s front in Lebanon. They cover Trump’s wartime rhetoric and the heavy toll on Gulf cities like Dubai, Bahrain and Doha.

Penelope Rivera, KERA reporter covering the Fort Worth federal trial tied to a Texas ICE detention center shooting. Jackie Northam, NPR international affairs correspondent reporting from Geneva on U.S.-Iran talks. They discuss renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations and sticking points. They cover the Fort Worth trial’s charges and protest context. They explore China’s rapid AI advances and chip-limit responses.

Jackie Northam, an NPR international affairs correspondent, dives into the complexities of Russian oil sales amidst ongoing sanctions. Despite over 5,000 sanctions against Russia, many countries continue to buy its oil, often skirting their own regulations. Jackie highlights Taiwan’s significant role, particularly how private firms are navigating sanctions. The conversation also touches on the hypocrisy of other nations, like Turkey and India, that openly purchase Russian oil while publicly supporting Ukraine. The geopolitical implications of these actions reveal a tangled web of economic interests.

Daniel Estrin, NPR’s Tel Aviv correspondent, tracks Iran’s rejection of a U.S. peace proposal, Tehran’s counteroffer, and Israel’s war aims. Jackie Northam, an international affairs reporter, explains troop deployment and why Karg Island matters. Bobby Allen, a tech correspondent, takes listeners inside a landmark trial over Meta and Google’s addictive app design.

Domenico Montanaro, NPR's Senior Political Editor, sheds light on a recent NPR-Ipsos poll revealing Americans' desire for moral leadership versus their doubts about U.S. credibility. Jackie Northam, Senior International Affairs Correspondent, discusses global reactions to U.S. actions in Venezuela and highlights allied concerns over America's reliability. They explore shifts in Republican foreign policy toward transactionalism and examine the implications for international alliances and U.S. influence moving forward.

Jackie Northam, NPR reporter on maritime developments around the Strait of Hormuz, and Carrie Kahn, NPR correspondent reporting from Tel Aviv. They discuss rising then waning Israeli support amid repeated Iranian strikes. They report which ships are still transiting the Strait of Hormuz, selective passage for some nations, and how shipping has largely collapsed.

Join Carrie Kahn, NPR's correspondent in Bogota, who dives into the current state of Venezuela's leadership, highlighting the persistence of figures like Diosdado Cabello and Delcy Rodríguez's practical approach to navigating the complex political landscape. Jackie Northam offers insights into the surprising escalation of U.S. military actions under President Trump, probing how these decisions reflect a shift in foreign policy and impact global relations. Both guests illuminate the nuances of power dynamics and international confrontations that shape today's world.

Jackie Northam, NPR's international affairs correspondent, shares insights from her reporting in Nova Scotia, where U.S. tariffs reshaped local industries, particularly lobster fishing. She highlights how these tariffs influenced Canadian politics, driving voters towards leaders who could counter U.S. pressure. Northam also explores the community’s resilience in the face of uncertainty and economic upheaval, as businesses seek new markets amidst fears of ongoing disruptions. Additionally, the podcast touches on a surge of Canadian pride and backlash against U.S. policies.

Jackie Northam, an NPR international affairs correspondent, dives into President Trump's recent rare earth agreements with Asian nations aimed at lessening U.S. dependence on China. She explains the strategic motivations behind these deals and discusses the contributions of countries like Thailand and Japan. Northam highlights the hesitations of Asian nations to fully engage due to their ties with China and assesses the lengthy, complex process of building new supply chains. Ultimately, she suggests that broader international alliances are necessary for a sustainable solution.

Jackie Northam, a seasoned journalist, sheds light on the brutal realities faced by artists and activists in Iran amid ongoing government crackdowns. She discusses the striking case of writer Hossein Shambhazada, who received a 12-year prison sentence for a seemingly innocuous punctuation mark. Northam also highlights the chilling stories of dissidents, including a rapper confronting execution, revealing the growing anger and resilience among Iranians rising against oppressive forces.