The Inside Story Podcast

Anupam Chander, law professor focused on tech regulation; Sarah Kreps, technology policy and national security expert; Einar Tangen, specialist in China and digital geopolitics. They unpack TikTok’s new US deal. They discuss algorithm control, data and influence worries, political motivations, and what a US-based split would mean for global platforms.

It was initially supposed to oversee the postwar arrangements in Gaza. Now, the newly created, so-called Board of Peace is expected to deal with other conflicts as well. But will it be able to achieve global peace? In this episode:  Faisal Al Mudahka, Editor In Chief of Gulf Times Christian Josi, republican political strategist and author  Jawad Anani, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Jordan Host: Adrian Finighan Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

The world's rules-based order is ruptured, says Canada's prime minister Mark Carney — in a speech at Davos that avoided mentioning the US president. Donald Trump hit back — but Carney's words have been widely praised and analysed. So, is he right?  In this episode:  Lionel Barber, Former Editor of The Financial Times  Bessma Momani, Professor of Political Science at the University of Waterloo Donnacha O Beachain, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University Host: Adrian Finighan Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Shireen Salti, a political analyst on Palestine-Israel affairs, discusses the psychological trauma inflicted on Palestinians by the demolition. Francesca Albanese, a UN Special Rapporteur, examines the legal ramifications of the destruction and its role in undermining UNRWA. Columnist Gideon Levy highlights the Israeli mindset supporting such actions, revealing a broader pattern of settlement expansion. The conversation also addresses the humanitarian fallout, lack of accountability, and the urgent need for a new world order to uphold international law.

US President Donald Trump threatens tariffs against seven EU countries and the UK for opposing his plans to take control of Greenland. EU leaders are considering how to respond. What are their options? And what are the dangers for both sides?  In this episode:  Rebecca Christie, Senior Fellow at Bruegel Ben Aris, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of bne IntelliNews Pieter Cleppe, European policy analyst and Editor-in-Chief of BrusselsReport.eu  Host: Maleen Saeed Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

The Syrian army has taken territory long held by Kurdish-led forces before declaring a ceasefire. The lightning offensive changes the balance of power in the country. Are there wider implications for Kurds in the region — beyond Syria?  In this episode:  David Des Roches, Professor at the Thayer Marshall Institute  Mohammed Salih, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute Elijah Magnier, Military and political analyst Host: Maleen Saeed Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Will the Syrian army end up controlling all the country's Kurdish-held areas? The army has made significant territorial gains after intense battles with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in recent days. So, how will this play out within Syria and the wider region? In this episode:  Omar Abu Laila, Syrian Affairs Analyst. Scott Lucas, Professor, US and International Politics, University College Dublin. Kamaran Palani, Kurdish Principal Investigator, PeaceRep Iraq Programme, London School of Economics and Political Science. Host: James Bays Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Resetting ties with China. Canada's Prime minister visits Beijing hailing what he calls "a new partnership adapted to new global realities". The two countries are under pressure from U.S. tariffs. So, who stands to gain the most from this deal? In this episode:  Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Centre for International Governance Innovation; which is a Canadian think tank. William Lee, Chief Economist and Managing Director at Global Economic Advisors. Jean Charest, former Canadian Deputy Prime Minister. Host: James Bays Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Xavier Abu Eid, a political analyst and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization, Yezid Sayigh, a Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Middle East Center, and Yossi Beilin, former Israeli Justice Minister and Oslo peace process initiator, delve into the complexities of implementing the Gaza ceasefire. They discuss the humanitarian implications of aid delivery, the challenges posed by Israel's actions, and the crucial roles of international representatives. The conversation highlights the need for a unified Palestinian political authority and the hurdles to disarmament and international oversight.

Rashid Al-Mohannadi, Vice President at the Center for International Policy Research, discusses how hosting U.S. bases boosts Qatar's security amid regional threats. Andreas Krieg from King's College London analyzes the evolving U.S. military role aimed at containing Iran, while Kenneth Katzman from The Soufan Center emphasizes the balance of deterrence and U.S. interests. Tensions in the Gulf prompt a reassessment of military presence, with strategic signals from Gulf states trying to manage escalation while enhancing their defenses.