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“Great to hear a European podcast with Europeans talking about European politics with informed and knowledgeable contributors.
Europe is usually smothered by US politics, especially in the UK.
When discussing European parties, quick description would be great.”
Smiler998 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/28/24
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“The content is fascinating and the guests are highly qualified. The sound quality is lacklustre: the host sits way too close to the microphone, so his audio is often on the verge of distortion, while the other guests (who use the microphone properly) seem too quiet by comparison. As a result it’s...”Read full review »
denglish84 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
09/13/24
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“A good attempt to give the international affairs/geopol zeitgeist in 30 minutes, yet the sound is so terrible it is difficult to stay on and listen through. ECFR should invest in a proper microphone for its director.”
Maria DN via Apple Podcasts ·
Greece ·
04/27/24
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“It might be a technique or something similar but Leonard last episode on genocide was full of laughs and chuckles. I can’t understand why the podcast host can’t take it seriously.I am done with this podcast.”
Ebruzzone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/24
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“This podcast has tons of thoughtful conversations and has helped broaden my perspective on global issues.
5 stars for content quality, but 4 stars for audio quality. Conversations can be hard to hear at times.”
AllspfdheSgeheQqww via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/24
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“Even if i don’t always agree with everything said, this really is a compressed and yet a very analytical discussion on world politics. Critics themselves disagree and show different perspectives, but are always very well informed and ultimately it is the listener who must choose what to think...”Read full review »
GAMECRITIC8 via Apple Podcasts ·
Guatemala ·
11/14/23
“This episode introduces the new ECFR US country team, which is focused on US foreign affairs developments relative to Europe and NATO interests. The commentary is excellent since the ECFR team stays pragmatic; for instance, reviewing if a Trump presidency were to occur, what would this mean for...”Read full review »
enelsonpa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/23
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“Relentless - and shameless - purveyor of the gospel that the EU is anywhere and everywhere not just Europe’s but the world’s hope for moral uplift and progress. As EU-obsessed think tankers, the presenters are the self-appointed high priests of its texts and rituals. Never expect to hear a...”Read full review »
HampsteadOwl via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/14/23
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“Interviewee’s knowledge & approach were refreshing & direct”
1000wayne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
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“High level discussions and great book recommondations!!”
A-House via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
06/16/23
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“Interesting content but awful sound quality. I can hear Mark but his guests are just a background burr.”
Hojarascal via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/11/23
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“One of my favourite FP shows from my favourite thinktank. The content of this podcast is always timely, sufficiently profound and very much so simulating. However, the audio is of poor quality.
Mark Leonard needs a better microphone and also the audio of the quests that are calling in is...”Read full review »
Died€rick via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/21/23
“Just listen, you’ll see.
And thank you for the bookshelf part at the end. Just to remind us that reading a book is still possible, today.”
Kihoyo via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
04/14/23
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“Very interesting and insightful podcasts! Thanks for featuring Balazs Orban whose analysis is enlightening. It is very helpful to understand the singular positions taken by Hungary, where these positions come from, how they were reached and how they fit (or not) in our evolving world-view.”
Tulip.be via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
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“I very much wish this podcast had an acceptable sound quality. I’d love to listen to this, but it makes my ears hurt.”
Fiona Calisti via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/06/23
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“Inconsistent sound quality and biased host who asks thoughtless questions”
Changyun1994 via Apple Podcasts ·
Hong Kong ·
06/06/22
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“What a stupid topic and a stupid guest. Power is power. White countries got power not by being white and they hold power (for now, wont be forever) not by being white. Colonialism was filled with racism, duh, but dismantling international relations because multilateral orgs and institutions are...”Read full review »
lrhhrl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/22
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“My favorite podcast on international affairs currently. Very insightful and to the point.”
asdertin via Apple Podcasts ·
United Arab Emirates ·
03/18/22
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“Please improve the Audio quality”
Sarita7981 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/22
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“The fact that Mark keeps interrupting the female co-speakers is very uncomfortable and off putting.”
kjoyycee via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
12/13/21
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“This is a great podcast. It doesn’t waste any time getting to the point. Fantastic guests and timely podcast.”
katandbrandon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/21
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“Interesting guests, topics and great host!”
alfjfjf via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
03/02/21
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“A great podcast to stay informed with all the EU news.”
Escfan888 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
02/05/21
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“Although the content would deserve 5 stars, the poor audio quality makes it really hard to enjoy listening to. Sorry to say that”
Christian309 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
01/22/21
“Great pod but some of the guest hade pretty bad sound quality”
Svebebjesllekwkwkwkwkwkwk via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
12/09/20
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“Great cast, interesting topics. Undortunate that the sound quality (individual contributors through terrible Skype connections) so often affects the listening experience!”
Stockholm8 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
12/02/20
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“Insightful and useful for Taiwanese to learn European politics.”
啥暱稱都有人用過 搞屁啊 via Apple Podcasts ·
Taiwan ·
11/30/20
“One of the best European politics podcasts out there. Sharp insight from regional experts and lively, never drawn out discussion.”
MagiMountain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/20
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“... to understand what’s at stake in European foreign policy today. Under Mark Leonard’s incisive lead, ECFR’s crack analysts, and deeply knowledgeable and experienced Council members discuss the whys and what’s next on the issues critical for Europe’s role in the world. And stay tuned to the end...”Read full review »
fandresenguimaraes via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
11/15/20
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“A great, short but informative podcast. I am an American and follow the news closely but this is good because it comes from a European perspective and oftentimes talks about stuff with little to no mention in American media”
Jason d Effie ghetto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/20
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“This is an excellent, well-rounded podcast about EU and global politics from a European perspective, while always bringing in different voices and opinions to more or less simulate a round table discussion on the topics. Yes the audio is not great, especially if you’re used to high production...”Read full review »
Lena Schulhofer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/20
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“This is a great podcast. The host, Mark Leonard, dives into a major foreign policy issue with a guest who specializes in a topic at hand. At 30 minutes, podcast is long enough to gain an understanding of the issue and short enough to not be overly time consuming. One draw back is the sound...”Read full review »
Dennis767 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/20
“Content is varied, deep and thought provoking. Sound quality leaves a lot to be desired. Mark comes through clear and loud - speakers by phone are, as is to be expected, somewhat muffled. Notable are the speakers who seem to be in a cave or echo chamber somewhere in the background, far from the...”Read full review »
Mervyn59 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/11/20
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“Très bonne émission, qui souffre de la qualité de son.”
Petit Cintre via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
02/08/20
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“This is a most helpful podcast reflecting on the real issues of today. It is such a good and important idea to reflect on the 30 years since 1989, for better and for worse. Ten out of ten for content presented in a very digestible way - I listen in my car and I can recommend it over the hysterics...”Read full review »
VAV87 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/18/19
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“Interesting podcast with experts that know their stuff. However, the Netherlands doesn’t have a referendum anymore ;-).”
Jos Kösters via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
10/29/19
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“Great Content, Poor Recording.
I’m an American so sometime you guys are hard to understand because of your accents, but, that’s fine. However, sometimes I think it’s your recording equipment, so...maybe invest in better mics.”
San Francisco Student via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/19
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“Great podcasts. Expert speakers who bring real and deep knowledge in a light-hearted and easy to follow way.”
Boeit me niet via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/27/19
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“Mark Leonard’s insight is always greatly appreciated; an amazingly edited podcast which delivers a different perspective on Europe in the world!”
About Alex via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
07/15/19
“Invaluable insight from a range of highly knowledgeable experts. I particular enjoy the ‘On my shelf’ section at the end of episodes- always results in numerous additions to my own reading list!”
dbarik via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/12/19
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“Great conversations but the recording sounds should be improved. Sometimes I need to turn up My volume to the max to hear the discussion.”
feedback t via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/21/19
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