The Inside Story Podcast

The Inside Story Podcast


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Will there be peace in Colombia as ceasefire with rebels begins?
August 03, 2023

High hopes in Colombia as a six-month ceasefire with rebels begins. The ELN is the last remaining armed group operating in the country. But will this deal hold after others have failed?Join host Sohail Rahman.Guests:Jorge Restrepo - Director, Conflict

What do new charges against Donald Trump mean for his presidential campaign?
August 02, 2023

More criminal charges against Donald Trump - this time over the Capitol riots and efforts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election. Despite all the indictments, he remains the front-runner to win the Republican nomination. So, what do the new charg

Will talks between the United States and the Taliban bring hope?
August 01, 2023

The Taliban and U.S. meet face-to-face as Afghanistan endures one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Afghan funds in the West remain frozen while repression of women and rights abuses continue. Will the talks bring Afghans some hope?Join host Ad

Why is France's relationship with Africa changing?
July 31, 2023

Resetting France's ties with Africa has been crucial to Emmanuel Macron's foreign policy. But former colonies are now deciding what ties they want with Paris. So, how and why is France's relationship with Africa changing?Join host Adrian FinighanGuests

What can Russia offer to Africa?
July 28, 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting leaders from the continent, promising aid and lashing out at the West. But how much can he deliver with his country at war, under sanctions, and isolated?Join host Cyril VanierGuests:Victor Olevich - Expert a

What does the coup in Niger mean for democracy in West Africa?
July 27, 2023

Another coup in West Africa. Soldiers in Niger have seized power and removed the democratically-elected president. What does it mean for the fight against armed groups in the Sahel? How do recurrent military takeovers cripple democracy in Africa?Join hos

What is Ethiopia's plan to have access to a direct port?
July 26, 2023

The Ethiopian prime minister says his landlocked country will have direct port access. Abiy Ahmed wants to increase economic growth. But how far is he prepared to go? And what could Ethiopias neighbours offer?Join host Adrian FinighanGuests:Kemal Hash

Is Israel being torn apart by the far-right government's clampdown on judiciary's independence?
July 25, 2023

Israel's parliament approves a law to weaken the Supreme Court's power. Mass demonstrations by opponents say it gives the far-right government unlimited control. Can it be overturned? And what's the impact on Palestinians suffering daily Israeli brutality

What's behind Twitter's rebranding and what will users make of it?
July 24, 2023

All change at Twitter. Not just the ownership, but now the brand with the website's bird icon to make way for a simple X. But is it that simple? What's behind owner Elon Musk's move and what will users make of it?Join host Adrian Finighan.Guests.Ja

Will Spain's government shift to the right?
July 21, 2023

Will Spain shift to the right? Its Socialist Prime Minister faces serious challenges in early elections as his party has lost in regional polls. Will Pedro Sanchez be able to maintain power? And how's this being watched in the rest of Europe?Join host So