Rainbow Murray
Professor of Politics at Queen Mary University of London who contributes commentary on European politics, elections, and social issues during the episode.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 35min
Do you believe in signs? The Year of the Horse gets under way
Chris Phillips, a Middle East scholar and author, offers insight on US-led initiatives and regional reactions. Rainbow Murray, a politics professor, examines European responses and social polarization. They discuss the Board of Peace, Gaza reconstruction pledges, Marco Rubio’s Hungary visit and great-power election influence. Conversation also turns to horoscopes, the Year of the Horse and China’s shifting geopolitical room.
Mar 16, 2026 • 39min
Mark Carney in London to strategise Western response to Iran and Trump’s demands for help
Rebecca Lubow, author and scholar on presidential continuity, explains risks around succession and nuclear command. Rainbow Murray, politics professor, examines France’s local results, far-right risks and Europe’s political mood. Anand Menon, European politics expert, analyses Europe’s stance on Iran, security choices over Ukraine and debates on ties with Russia. Multiple short discussions map geopolitics, elections and succession.
Jun 22, 2025 • 59min
The latest on Iran and views from San Sebastian and Bangkok
Simon Brooke, a journalist and communications consultant, and Rainbow Murray, a politics professor, dive into the week’s breaking news, including the latest from Iran and U.S. military strategies. Andrew Mueller discusses geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Tyler Brûlé shares insights from the vibrant atmosphere of San Sebastian, while James Chambers reports on political unrest in Thailand. In a lighter vein, they critique contemporary hotel designs, revealing frustrations with transparent bathrooms and tech challenges in accommodations.
