This week's episode revolves around two political hot topics: how Europe should manage the growth of far-right politics across the continent, and whether to support redrawing the borders of Serbia and Kosovo along ethnic lines.
Julia Ebner, author of The Rage, is a fascinating interview: she takes you inside far-right parties and networks, how they organize, ... Show More
Aug 22
EU's sweaty summer — what you missed (and what matters)
Just when we thought we could get a break for the summer, geopolitics had other plans. This week on EU Confidential, host Sarah Wheaton is joined by POLITICO colleagues Jordyn Dahl, Gabriel Gavin and Jan Cienski for a catch-up on what moved while the bubble was at the beach. From ... Show More
33m 18s
Aug 1
Escape the EU Bubble: Expert Summer Book Picks
This week, we’re taking a breath. EU Confidential is stepping away from summits, trade battles, and late-night trilogues — and turning to something more refreshing: books. Host Sarah Wheaton is joined by audio producer (and self-confessed book nerd) Dionisios Sturis for this spec ... Show More
35m 28s
May 2024
How much power can far-right parties win in Europe?
Gideon talks to Henry Foy, the FT’s bureau chief in Brussels, about next week’s EU parliamentary elections. Far-right parties are set to win more seats, but how will this translate into their ability to influence policy? Clip: Bruegel TV
How will the European parliamentary electi ... Show More
20m 16s
Jul 2023
The Spanish election reveals the future of Europe | Audio Long Read
Since 2018, prime minister Pedro Sánchez has led a surprisingly durable and impactful Spanish government, implementing progressive policies such as improved rights for abortion, transgender people and migrants. His coalition government has repositioned Spain as a European “pivot” ... Show More
22m 10s
Dec 2022
Is European politics shifting to the right?
German police have disrupted a far-right plot to seize power, arresting dozens of people on Wednesday. But as right-wing parties win more votes, and even power in some EU states, are we seeing a general move to the right in European politics?
Join host Nastasya Tay.
Guests:
Ben ... Show More
21m 31s