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With a focus on international politics and business, Geraldine Doogue talks to expert commentators about the things that matter to Australians.

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    • 4.5 • 4 Ratings

With a focus on international politics and business, Geraldine Doogue talks to expert commentators about the things that matter to Australians.

    The Pick: what to read, watch and listen to

    The Pick: what to read, watch and listen to

    Stay entertained and informed with great recommendations from Professor Frank Bongiorno, historian at the Australian National University, and Helen Zhang, former Australian diplomat and co-founder of International Intrigue. 

    • 17 min
    New tech to reduce the roo road toll

    New tech to reduce the roo road toll

    • 10 min
    Why did Diane Foley meet the ISIS terrorist who beheaded her son?

    Why did Diane Foley meet the ISIS terrorist who beheaded her son?

    The mother of journalist James Foley who was murdered brutally by ISIS met his killer and details her journey to understanding in a new memoir. 

    • 13 min
    Is Australia really the defamation nation?

    Is Australia really the defamation nation?

    The case of Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann who is suing Channel Ten and journalist Lisa Wilkinson was reopened in the federal court of Australia for defamation.

    • 13 min
    Five years ago NATO was 'brain dead', Putin's war has resuscitated it

    Five years ago NATO was 'brain dead', Putin's war has resuscitated it

    Celebrating the 75th anniversary of its founding this week, NATO is now more relevant than ever in the face of Russian aggression.

    • 12 min
    EU Energy Commissioner's stark warning to Australia

    EU Energy Commissioner's stark warning to Australia

    European Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson has been meeting Australian ministers and companies warning about China’s dominance over the critical minerals needed for renewables. 

    • 10 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
4 Ratings

4 Ratings

FeeSilke ,

Wide range of subjects covered intelligently

Love this podcast. Such a fascinating range of topics and interviewees. Covers nicely Australian news and history in an international context. Love that ABC RN enables shows like this to exist. Geraldine Doogue brings an insightful and generous touch to all her interviews.

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