Fareed Zakaria GPS

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Fareed Zakaria GPS takes a comprehensive look at foreign affairs and global policies through in-depth, one-on-one interviews and fascinating roundtable discussions.

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Trump’s Ambitions for Greenland

Today on the show, former Danish PM Helle Thorning-Schmidt joins the show to discuss the Trump administration’s push to take over Greenland. She argues that the US could easily get more involved in the territory militarily without needing to take it over. Next, Alexander Dugin, Russian philosopher and the man often referred to as “Putin’s brain,” speaks with Fareed about the growing alignment between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin and why he believes the war in Ukraine is justified. Then, Middle East expert Elisabeth Kendall talks with Fareed about the leaked Signal chat among top US officials and whether America will be able to achieve its goal of defeating the Houthis in Yemen. Finally, as the April 2 deadline for President Trump’s retaliatory tariffs approaches, former US Trade Representative Michael Froman speaks with Fareed about the possible consequences of these tariffs and how he thinks Trump is trying to transform the American economy. GUESTS: Helle Thorning-Schmidt (@HelleThorning_S), Alexander Dugin, Elisabeth Kendall (@Dr_E_Kendall), Michael Froman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
MAR 23

Trump Tests the Limits of Presidential Power

Today on the show, Fareed is joined by two law professors, Leah Litman and Saikrishna Prakash, to discuss the questions surrounding President Trump’s contentious use of presidential power. Next, Israeli journalist Ari Shavit speaks with Fareed about the protests sweeping Israel as Prime Minister Netanyahu restarts the war in Gaza and moves to dismiss his country’s attorney general and domestic security chief. Finally, Richard Haass joins the show to discuss the latest in negotiations for a ceasefire in Ukraine as American, Ukrainian, and Russian delegations travel to Riyadh for talks. GUESTS: Leah Litman (@LeahLitman), Saikrishna Prakash, Ari Shavit (@arishavit), Richard Haass (@RichardHaass) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
MAR 16

Trump Orders Airstrikes on Iran-Backed Houthis in Yemen

Today on the show, Fareed speaks with Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer and Economist Editor-in-Chief Zanny Minton Beddoes about the latest developments in negotiations for a ceasefire in Ukraine. They also discuss the Trump administration’s strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen and how President Trump’s foreign policy is playing out in Europe. Next, as Trump targets pro-Palestinian activists at Columbia University, Fareed speaks with Harvard law professor Noah Feldman about what kind of speech is protected by the First Amendment. Finally, Ezra Klein, New York Times opinion columnist, and Derek Thompson, staff writer at The Atlantic, join the show to discuss their new book “Abundance.” They describe what has made it so difficult for liberals to build and govern effectively. They lay out a vision for government that facilitates growth, innovation and prosperity. GUESTS: Ian Bremmer (@ianbremmer), Zanny Minton Beddoes (@zannymb), Noah Feldman (@NoahRFeldman), Ezra Klein (@ezraklein), Derek Thompson (@DKThomp) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42 min
MAR 10

Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister on the Tensions Between Washington and Kyiv

Today on the show, Fareed speaks with former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba about the response in Kyiv as the US has decided to pause military aid and intelligence following last week’s Oval Office showdown between Presidents Trump and Zelensky, and whether Europe will be able to fill the void. Next, senior writer for the New York Times Katrin Bennhold joins the show to discuss the likely next chancellor of Germany’s striking remarks that he wants to strengthen Europe’s defenses and achieve independence from the United States. Will the rest of Europe follow? Finally, Fareed talks with Dartmouth economics professor Douglas Irwin about how President Trump’s proposed tariffs stack up against history. GUESTS: Dmytro Kuleba (@DmytroKuleba), Katrin Bennhold (@kbennhold), Douglas Irwin (@D_A_Irwin) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
MAR 3

The Fallout From the Trump-Zelensky Showdown

Today on the show, Fareed is joined by journalist Anne Applebaum and Dutch politician Frans Timmermans to discuss the fallout from the disastrous Oval Office meeting between President Trump, VP Vance and Ukrainian President Zelensky. They cover how Europe might respond and what this event suggests about the future of America’s role in the world. Then, comedian and political commentator Bill Maher joins the show to give his take on Trump’s second term and where the Democrats ought to go from here. GUESTS: Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum), Frans Timmermans (@F__Timmermans), Bill Maher (@billmaher) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
FEB 24

Poland’s Foreign Minister on the Future of the War in Ukraine

Today on the show, Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski speaks with Fareed about Ukraine’s future and how Europe is responding to President Trump moving closer to Moscow. Next, NYU law professor Rachel Barkow joins the show to discuss the vulnerabilities of the US justice system and the remaining checks on the president. Then, Marc Dunkelman, author of the new book “Why Nothing Works,” speaks with Fareed about how the progressive movement has not been able to achieve sweeping change, despite arguing for progress through good governance. GUESTS: Radek Sikorski (@sikorskiradek), Rachel Barkow @RachelBarkow), Marc Dunkelman (@MarcDunkelman) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
FEB 17

Former Palestinian Negotiator on Trump’s Plan to ‘Take Over’ Gaza

Today on the show, guest anchor Bianna Golodryga is joined by Yaroslav Trofimov, the Wall Street Journal’s chief foreign affairs correspondent, to discuss President Trump’s call with President Putin, and the potential for peace talks that exclude Ukraine. Then, Bianna speaks with Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, about how this is playing out in Moscow. Next, former Palestinian negotiator and senior fellow at the Washington Institute Ghaith al-Omari joins the show to discuss Trump’s plan to “take over” Gaza, and how Egypt and Jordan are responding. After that, Quinta Jurecic, senior fellow at Brookings, speaks with Bianna about whether the Trump administration will comply with the various court orders blocking some of their more controversial actions, and whether the US is in the midst of a constitutional crisis. Finally, The Atlantic’s CEO Nicholas Thompson joins to discuss Elon Musk’s unprecedented influence on the Trump administration and threats to freedom of the press in the United States. GUESTS: Yaroslav Trofimov (@yarotrof); Alexander Gabuev (@AlexGabuev); Ghaith al-Omari; Quinta Jurecic; Nicholas Thompson (@nxthompson) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43 min
FEB 9

Trump’s proposal to ‘take over’ Gaza

Today on the show, Fareed speaks with Richard Haass, president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, about President Trump’s foreign policy, from his proposal to “take over” Gaza, to the potential for a new nuclear deal with Iran. Next, President of the International Rescue Committee David Miliband discusses how the Trump administration’s decision to all but shutter USAID will impact the world’s most vulnerable people. Then, Mathias Döpfner, CEO of Axel Springer, speaks with Fareed about the danger of increasing US tariffs on Europe, and how the EU and the US ought rather to work together to counter autocratic powers globally. After that, Syria is at a crossroads following the ouster of long-time dictator Bashar al-Assad. Syrian-American journalist Alia Malek describes the “hopeful and vigilant” mood among the Syrian people. Finally, Americas Quarterly Editor-in-Chief Brian Winter joins the show to discuss El Salvador’s offer to jail US prisoners, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Latin America, and the new administration’s focus on the region. GUESTS: Richard Haass (@RichardHaass), David Miliband (@DMiliband), Mathias Döpfner, Alia Malek (@AliaMalek), Brian Winter (@BrazilBrian) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Canada Responding

Feb 3

Psychologist Crone

In a time of such turmoil, I am comforted understanding the world through your eyes.
You guys have a problem

Feb 8

BrokeCali

You morons have learned nothing. Keep pushing white, black and Hispanic men away. Please keep it up. Gonna see 4 of Trump then 8 of Vance. We’ll make sure of it. Cutesie time is over.
one of my favorites

Jan 27

like satie

Thoroughly enjoy his balanced and rational reporting.
Best you can expect

12/16/2024

Dr. Phil H.

Fareed’s is probably the most thought provoking and intelligent program in media today - and I have been saying that for nearly two decades. There is plenty at the margins to complain about - from the Hoover propagandist du jour to parroting Bibiist talking points as well as the ad mixing problem others mention. However, we wouldn’t want to live in a world without robust debate from all perspectives, and it’s hard to imagine any program doing better in totality. A great many books I read have been Fareed’s recommendations as well.
Israel Too Strong For Its Neighborhood

10/07/2024

JDC Auburn in Beirut

Let’s not forget a handful of bad guys changed the way we live on 9/11. Israel needs to eradicate every Hamas, Hezbollah and Iranian radical it can find. In perpetuity if need be. There may never be peace in the Middle East, but an October like last year should never be allowed to happen again either.
More fawning over the Mango -tinted king

12/02/2024

WaftingArgon

Another billionaire, soiling himself over El Cheato.
Not anti semitism

11/19/2024

Tu Kacike

I am dropping this podcast from my listening list due to it’s horrendous pro Israel bias. The drop that spilled the cup was the coverage herein provided of the incidents in Amsterdam, with no mention of the multiple provocations and violence perpetrated by Israeli hooligans prior and during the evening of violence they provoked. How many Dutch Jews were hurt or involved in the violence? Answer: None! It was not antisemitic violence but public retribution against the Tel Aviv terrorists, chanting against Palestinian and their supporters in Amsterdam.
I Don’t Care About Israel!!!

11/14/2024

pwj7050

I don’t listen to your podcast or watch your show anymore since I don’t want to hear anymore about Gaza and Israel. I hope both of those religious zealots eviscerate the other.
Biased Fareed

08/05/2024

mynameisjeff6969

Fareed presents himself as a centrist but is in fact quite biased
Mr. Zakaria: A / sound quality: F

08/05/2024

JCASEA

Please fix the production values, so I can rate this show higher. Needed to turn volume high to hear Fareed Zaharia; then my ears blown by the ads. Thanks. (NOTE: Using fairly new iMac; AirPods Pro, no problems with other shows.)

Fareed Zakaria GPS takes a comprehensive look at foreign affairs and global policies through in-depth, one-on-one interviews and fascinating roundtable discussions.