On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder Helen Zhang joins to discuss the storming of Sweden's embassy in Iraq. Later, Ethan explores a diplomatic drama between the UK, EU, and Argentina, and Helen recaps her recent visit to Taiwan.Thanks to our sponsor, Masterworks.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss Russia's suspension of its participation in the landmark Black Sea Grain Deal. Later, John discusses US-China climate negotiations, and Ethan gives an update on the protests in Iran.Thanks to our sponsor, 1440.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the resumption of the Israeli government's judicial overhaul campaign. Later, John examines the latest political drama in Thailand, and Ethan explores the weird world of Guantanamo Bay. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss this week's NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania. Later, Ethan and John dive into two topics that have been on their minds: Saudi Arabia's oil output and a landmark revenue sharing deal between Botswana and a leading diamond company. Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist.

On the season finale of Intrigue Outloud deep dives, Teona Akubardia joins to discuss Georgia's quest for membership in the European Union and NATO, how a five-day war in 2008 still shapes Georgia's politics, and why Ukraine may decide Georgia's fate.Ms. Akubardia is a Member of Georgian Parliament from the liberal Strategy Builder party, the Deputy Chairperson of Parliament’s Defense and Security Committee, and the former deputy secretary of Georgia's National Security Council.Thanks to our

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a decades-long land dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and Zambia's landmark debt restructuring deal.Thanks to our sponsor, Hubspot.

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and Intrigue Editor-in-Chief Jeremy Dicker break down a wild 24 hours in Russia.

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Estonia's Ambassador to the US, Kristjan Prikk, joins to discuss why the War in Ukraine hits so close to home in Estonia, how to make Europe a more secure place, and how Estonia can help Ukraine rebuild after the war.Kristjan Prikk has served as Estonia's Ambassador to the US since 2021. Prior to his posting in Washington, Prikk served for nearly three years as the Permanent Secretary of the Estonian Ministry of Defense.Thanks to our sponsor, Drizly.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss how Europe is tackling another migration crisis, and how the world's three largest countries are managing relations. Thanks to our sponsor, Holi.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss a potential deal to constrain Iran's nuclear program, and what the trial of a publisher means for Guatemala.Thanks to our sponsor, Babbel.

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Richard Rossow joins to preview Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's much-anticipated visit to Washington, how Modi has shaped India's economy and its geopolitical posture, and where the country of 1.4 billion people is heading next.The US’ 2023 Agenda for Building a Stronger Relationship with India by Richard.Thanks to our sponsor, Roca News.

On this Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss what former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's arrest over the weekend means for Scottish independence, and how the end of Nigeria's long-time fuel subsidy might be a good thing. Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the competing claims for sovereignty in the region of Western Sahara, and reports that China is establishing a spy facility in Cuba. Thanks to our sponsor, Todoist.

On today's Intrigue Outloud, Carolina Jiménez Sandoval joins to discuss the different ways Latin American leaders are approaching Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's re-emergence, what those different approaches say about politics in the region, and where the efforts to bring democracy back to Venezuela now stand. Carolina Jiménez Sandoval is the president of the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA), a former deputy research director for the Americas at Amnesty International, and a citizen of

On today’s Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue senior editor Valentina Calvi joins to discuss Saudi Arabia’s nuclear energy ambitions, and to examine who might be responsible for the destruction of a dam in southern Ukraine.Thanks to our sponsor, Roca News.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in South Africa, and the Shangri-La Asian security conference in Singapore.Thanks to our sponsor, Holi.

On today’s Intrigue Outloud, retired General Mick Ryan joins to discuss the technology driving the Russo-Ukraine War and his new book White Sun War, which explores how the computer age could shape a hypothetical future war between China, Taiwan, and the US.Mick Ryan is a retired Major General in the Australian Army, a non-resident fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and author of several books, including White Sun War and War Transformed: The Future of Twenty-First-Century

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss threats to undersea pipelines and communications cables, and why Poland's new foreign interference law is causing such a stir. Thanks to our sponsor, The Daily Upside.

On today's Intrigue Outloud news rundown, Intrigue co-founder John Fowler joins to discuss the German's decision to extend its military operation in Mali, and how Iran and Belgium managed to swap prisoners.Thanks to our sponsor, One Decision Podcast.

On today's special episode of Intrigue Outloud, we're sharing an episode from our sister podcast, Intrigue Explained, featuring Intrigue co-founder John Fowler and Dmitry Grozoubinski, a former diplomat and the founder of ExplainTrade.com.Check out Intrigue Explained wherever you get your podcasts.Thanks to our sponsor, Flaviar.