Beste Europod Podcasts (2025)

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Ukraine: EU fails to reach consensus as US and Russia decide its future 4:56

2h ago4:56

4:56

So, European leaders met in Paris for an emergency summit, called by French President Emmanuel Macron. And as we discussed in yesterday's episode the goal was to come up with a common response to the U.S. decision to start negotiations with Russia over ending the war in Ukraine, without inviting Europe or Ukraine. And to figure out what the contine…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Episode bonus - “Nous participons à fabriquer cet empire” - Entretien avec Alain Damasio 15:41

8d ago15:41

15:41

Alain Damasio, auteur de multiples romans dont la “Horde du Contrevent”, est l’une des références de la Science-Fiction en France. Il se livre dans ses œuvres et dans ses rares interviews à de nombreuses reflexions sur l’avenir du numérique. Dans la première partie de cette interview, il nous donne son avis sur le scénario dystopique de Déconnecté.…

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European leaders in Paris, U.S. and Russia discuss Ukraine alone in Riyadh 4:49

1d ago4:49

4:49

So, EU leaders are in full-on crisis mode. Again. This time, they’re scrambling to respond to a rather blunt questionnaire from Washington, yes, an actual questionnaire, that they have to think about during their meeting in Paris and that is asking what kind of security guarantees Europe is willing to provide Ukraine. But what worries Europe, and w…

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Truck Drivers : Safety First 2/6 24:55

2d ago24:55

24:55

Truck drivers are expected to obey precise rules when driving, but this is not always the case. Many of them are forced to break these rules in order to make as many deliveries in as little time as possible, skipping mandatory rest breaks and exceeding speed limits. This is a problem for their safety, but also for their own. In this episode, we wil…

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Munich car attack escalates security and migration debate just before elections 5:05

4d ago5:05

5:05

Germany’s upcoming election is now dominated by a single issue: migration. After a violent attack on a trade union demonstration by an Afghan asylum seeker, conservative frontrunner Friedrich Merz is doubling down on his calls for tougher law and order. Meanwhile, the far-right AfD is surging in the polls, blaming lax migration policies. With secur…

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Trump and Putin decide on Ukraine: Are EU-US relations at their worst? 5:02

5d ago5:02

5:02

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are reportedly pushing for peace talks to end the war in Ukraine, but with one major catch: Europe is being completely left out of the conversation. While the US and Russia make plans, European leaders are scrambling to figure out what’s next. Ursula von der Leyen insists Europe must remain at the center of negotiati…

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Zelenskyy open to swap land with Putin and to give up Kursk 4:41

6d ago4:41

4:41

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has put forward a high-stakes geopolitical proposal: the possibility of a land swap with Vladimir Putin. The idea could fundamentally reshape the conflict, with Ukraine potentially offering part of the Kursk region, a territory that it has controlled inside Russia since a surprise incursion last year, in exch…

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EU promises ‘firm and proportionate’ retaliation to Trump’s tariffs 4:57

7d ago4:57

4:57

The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Maroš Šefčovič, European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security have responded this morning to the U.S. tariffs on aluminum and steel announced overnight, calling them unjustified and vowing that the EU will respond with "firm and proportionate countermeasures." Translation? The EU is…

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France bets big: Can €109 billion put Europe ahead in AI? 4:58

8d ago4:58

4:58

France is making a bold move in the AI race with a €109 billion investment, backed by private and international investors. But can Europe really compete with the US and China, or is it still too caught up in regulations? As Brussels shifts from AI watchdog to innovation hub, questions remain over funding, infrastructure, and Europe’s place in the A…

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Truck Drivers : A life on the road 1/6 31:48

9d ago31:48

31:48

In Europe, there is a shortage of around 230,000 truck drivers, but by 2028 there will be as many as 745,000 vacancies. Excessive working hours, inadequate wages and long periods away from home are the main causes of this shortage of truck drivers, but the issue is much more complex. In order to understand why this great labour gap exists and what …

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USAID Freeze: America steps back, Europe steps up? 4:35

11d ago4:35

4:35

Since Donald Trump’s reelection or even before that Washington’s foreign policy has been shifting from soft power to hard power. Translation? More tanks, fewer textbooks. More weapons, less humanitarian aid. The EU, which has long relied on the U.S. for global development efforts, is now looking at a major funding vacuum as USAID, America’s premier…

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Spyware scandal in Italy: journalists, activists, and government denial 4:47

12d ago4:47

4:47

When WhatsApp alerts you that military-grade spyware hacked your phone, it’s not just paranoia, it’s reality. At least seven people in Italy, including journalists and activists, and another 83 people in more than 24 countries were targeted using Israeli-made spyware. The Italian government denies involvement, but questions remain: Who ordered the …

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What is the new special tribunal to try Putin for the Ukraine invasion? 4:36

13d ago4:36

4:36

Legal experts from the European Commission, the European External Action Service, the Council of Europe, Ukraine, and representatives from 37 countries agreed on the legal framework for a special tribunal to try Vladimir Putin and his officials for the crime of aggression against Ukraine. The experts finalized the so-called ‘Schuman draft Statute’,…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Je m'appelle Ezra 9/10 10:15

13d ago10:15

10:15

Ezra ne trouve pas Cy mais retrouve Adrien et un groupe de disconnecté.e.s dans un bar clandestin, pour ce que s'apparente aux prémices de la résistance à Infinity. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Trump’s tariff gamble and the price the EU may pay 4:41

14d ago4:41

4:41

Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the US will “definitely” impose tariffs on the EU, citing concerns over the US trade deficit with Europe. While Trump has previously made threats without following through, some of his recent tariff measures, particularly on Canada and China, have been implemented stressing European leaders. But is Trump really…

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EU Defence spending: big plans, little budget 4:58

15d ago4:58

4:58

EU leaders are meeting in Brussels today, Monday, to discuss defense spending, without committing to real investments. This follows weeks of debate on the issue, fueled by growing concerns that Russia could test and destabilize Europe’s defenses at any moment. But instead of concrete funding plans, the focus of this meeting will be on identifying t…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : La première fois 8/10 9:01

15d ago9:01

9:01

Ezra, qui supporte de moins en moins sa situation, sort pour la première fois de chez elle sans ses appareils Infinity. Elle part ensuite à la recherche de Cy, avant qu'une annonce inattendue n'intervienne. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Truck Drivers : [Trailer] 2:16

16d ago2:16

2:16

Truck Drivers is the story of an indispensable profession, but also of an economic and logistical system under strain. It’s a story of exploitation, fierce competition, and an equilibrium that has spiraled out of control. Every day, thousands of trucks crisscross Europe’s roads to deliver the products we consume without a second thought. This immen…

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Merkel slams Merz: Has Germany’s CDU opened the door to the far-right? 4:59

18d ago4:59

4:59

Angela Merkel has spoken, and she’s not happy. Three years after stepping down as Germany’s chancellor, she’s publicly criticizing her successor, CDU leader Friedrich Merz, for breaking a long-standing taboo: relying on far-right AfD votes to pass an anti-immigration motion in parliament. With Germany’s elections just weeks away, Merkel’s intervent…

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The EU stands firm with Denmark against Trump’s Greenland ambitions 4:59

19d ago4:59

4:59

Donald Trump is once again saying Greenland should belong to the U.S., but Denmark, and the EU, aren’t having it. European Council President António Costa reminded everyone that Europe doesn’t take kindly to territorial threats and European leaders have rallied behind Denmark, making it clear that Greenland is not for sale or for the taking. Danish…

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Is the EU’s Competitive Compass the end of the Green Deal? 4:49

20d ago4:49

4:49

The Competitive Compass is the Commission’s roadmap for strengthening the EU’s economy in a rapidly changing global market. It focuses on key priorities like reducing regulatory burdens, increasing investment in innovation, and helping European businesses compete with their U.S. and Chinese counterparts. And so far so good, but what does this mean …

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Fast fashion and climate change - How is Europe tackling textile waste? 15:27

20d ago15:27

15:27

Fast fashion is responsible for 8-10% of global carbon emissions, more than aviation and shipping combined, and its environmental toll continues to rise. The industry thrives on overproduction and overconsumption, flooding the market with cheap, disposable clothing that drives a growing textile waste crisis. Across Europe, millions of tonnes of tex…

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Sabotage in the Baltic: What’s happening with the cables? 4:55

21d ago4:55

4:55

A critical undersea cable connecting Sweden and Latvia was damaged in Swedish waters. This isn't just a technical hiccup, it’s a geopolitical flashpoint. Was it an innocent accident caused by bad weather? Or is there a more sinister force at play? Sweden’s coastguard seized a Bulgarian-owned tanker, NATO stepped up patrols under its Baltic Sentry m…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Rien n'est plus pareil 7/10 7:21

21d ago7:21

7:21

Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Justice for Tempe: Greeks fight for truth as new evidence emerges 4:43

22d ago4:43

4:43

Nearly two years after Greece’s worst railway disaster, tens of thousands took to the streets demanding accountability for the 57 lives lost. In this episode, we take a look into the Tempe train tragedy, unpack the damning evidence of missing CCTV footage, the undisclosed presence of flammable materials, and the alleged cover-ups that have surround…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Sois prudente Ezra 6/10 7:35

22d ago7:35

7:35

L'histoire d'Adrien change la vision du monde d'Ezra. Ezra entre dans le terrier du lapin. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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German elections: Merz’s vision for Germany and what it means for Europe 5:00

25d ago5:00

5:00

Friedrich Merz, the leader of Germany’s conservative CDU party, is tipped to become the next chancellor. His party is leading the polls by a wide margin ahead of the February 23 election. If elected, Merz would replace Olaf Scholz and bring a decisive shift in both foreign and domestic policies. But what is his vision for Germany’s and Europe’s fut…

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Kallas and Tusk: The EU needs higher defence spending 5:03

26d ago5:03

5:03

"There is no choice." That’s how Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk laid it out yesterday in the European Parliament, while outlining the priorities of Poland during its EU rotating presidency. His message? Europe must arm itself, not just to survive but to thrive in a world where reliance on the U.S. for security is increasingly precarious. Kaja …

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Entrer dans une nouvelle ère : l'ère d’Infinity 5/10 10:26

26d ago10:26

10:26

Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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Europe wake-up: Can Davos be the alarm the EU can’t ignore? 5:04

27d ago5:04

5:04

Global leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos are sounding the alarm, Europe is losing ground. With the world charging ahead, Europe risks being left behind, tangled in over-regulation and a lack of innovation. Former European Council President Charles Michel is calling for bold action, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggests E…

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Europe Talks Back : [Trailer] 0:56

27d ago0:56

0:56

Europe Talks Back is a journalistic podcast that unpacks the social, political, environmental, and cultural events and trends shaping Europe today. Combining the sharp expertise of guests from the field of politics, economy, and NGOs with unique insights based on on-the-ground reporting of independent media, Europe Talks Back offers a fresh perspec…

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Europe's new challenges: defense, energy, and trade with Trump’s return 5:23

28d ago5:23

5:23

In today’s episode of Long Story Short, we explore how President Donald Trump’s return to the global stage shakes Europe’s delicate balance. From his bold calls for NATO allies to spend 5% of GDP on defense to promises of cheap American LNG that could replace Russian energy, Trump’s policies pose tough choices for European leaders. Meanwhile, fears…

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Over 100 Slovak psychiatrists urge Fico to change or exit politics 4:53

29d ago4:53

4:53

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is facing sharp criticism from 155 mental health professionals, who’ve signed an open letter accusing him of authoritarian tendencies, divisive rhetoric, and policies that undermine Slovakia’s position in the EU and NATO. How has the government reacted, and what are the public’s fears? Join us on our journey throug…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Je crois que ceci vous appartient 4/10 4:13

29d ago4:13

4:13

Ezra fait un pas en avant vers l'inconnu. Elle quitte sa maison pour la deuxième fois seulement depuis des mois, déterminée à découvrir qui est Adrien et ce qui lui est arrivé. Est-elle préparée à ce qui l'attend? (Musique additionnelle : Alan Ozkan au piano) Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.…

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Polish prosecutors ask to lift immunity to charge former PM Morawiecki 4:40

1M ago4:40

4:40

Description: Former Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki is under fire for his pandemic-era push for a mail-in election that cost millions and broke the rules. In today’s episode of Long Story Short, we unpack why prosecutors want to lift Morawiecki’s parliamentary immunity, what this case means for Poland and Europe’s democracies, and what’s n…

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France’s no-confidence vote: Bayrou struggles to tackle €53B deficit 5:01

1M ago5:01

5:01

Today on Long Story Short, we focus on the political drama unfolding in France as Prime Minister François Bayrou faces a no-confidence vote in parliament. With a divided government, mounting public discontent over pension reforms, and wavering Socialist support, Bayrou’s ability to lead hangs in the balance. Will his last-minute concessions be enou…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : On sait que l’on est surveillés et pourtant... 3/10 7:38

1M ago7:38

7:38

En s'enfonçant plus profondément dans le terrier du lapin, Ezra commence à comprendre ce qui se cache derrière le mystère. Alors qu'elle tente de trouver des réponses, elle découvre de nouvelles informations qui bouleversent tout ce qu'elle a toujours cru savoir. (Musique additionnelle : Charles Dujardin à la basse et Alan Ozkan au piano) Hébergé p…

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Ceasefire in Gaza: hope or illusion as Europe watches 4:49

1M ago4:49

4:49

In today’s episode of Long Story Short, we look into the potential ceasefire in Gaza and the high-stakes negotiations surrounding the release of Israeli hostages. With over 46,000 Palestinians and 1,200 Israelis killed, the toll of this conflict is staggering. What could this agreement mean for peace, Europe’s role in global diplomacy, and regional…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : Ils ont tout saisi, et maintenant ils sont après nous 2/10 6:55

1M ago6:55

6:55

Ezra reçoit ses nouvelles lunettes Infinity et Jyn la guide dans sa vie de tous les jours, comme elle le fait d’habitude. Mais Ezra ne peut se défaire du sentiment que quelque chose ne va pas. Guidée par un sentiment de curiosité, mais aussi de malaise, elle fait une nouvelle découverte importante. Bien qu'elle ne le sache pas encore, cette découve…

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Europe’s toxic crisis: Plastics industry lobbying to shield 'forever chemicals’ 4:59

1M ago4:59

4:59

Forever chemicals, the toxic, indestructible substances hiding in our everyday lives are threatening Europe’s environment and public health. From their staggering cleanup costs to the plastics industry’s relentless lobbying to block a ban, this episode unpacks the high stakes of PFAS pollution. Why should Europeans care? Because these chemicals don…

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Croatia’s Milanović wins big: EU critics take charge… again 4:41

1M ago4:41

4:41

Zoran Milanović has been re-elected as Croatia’s president in a landslide victory, but what does this mean for Croatia and Europe? Join Evi Kiorri as she unpacks the political tensions, the EU skepticism, and the rising frustrations driving change in the Balkans. From corruption scandals to soaring inflation, we explore what’s next for Milanović, C…

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Déconnecté.e.s en 2050 : C'est là que je l'ai trouvé 1/10 5:33

1M ago5:33

5:33

La journée d'Ezra commence comme d'habitude. Jyn, son assistante virtuelle, l'accompagne dans l'essentiel de ses actions dans le metavers Infinity. Mais lorsque ses lunettes Infinity se cassent, la ramenant dans un monde réel presque oublié, Ezra trouve un appareil étrange. Le début d'une aventure qui va changer sa vie. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez a…

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Musk's bizarre livestream with AfD's Weidel, EU's DSA and Martians fantasies 4:58

1M ago4:58

4:58

Elon Musk had a chaotic livestream with Alice Weidel, co-chair of Germany's far-right AfD party, ahead of Germany's 2025 election. From awkward moments to bizarre claims about Martian saviours and historical blunders, Musk's endorsement of Weidel raises serious questions about tech influence on European politics and had the opposite effects of boos…

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Cecilia Sala freed, Meloni’s diplomatic triumph 4:53

1M ago4:53

4:53

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has returned home being arrested in Tehran on December 19, Sala’s harrowing 3-week detention in the notorious Evin prison took a surprising turn with her release on January 8. With the involvement of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who personally took charge of the diplomatic negotiations, the case turned into…

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What makes Greenland so important for Trump and for Europe? 4:59

1M ago4:59

4:59

Greenland, a remote island with a population of just 60,000, has become the unexpected focus of a global power struggle. U.S. President Donald Trump’s audacious idea to buy the territory has stirred debates about sovereignty and self-determination, while exposing the Arctic as a strategic chessboard for world powers. Why does this matter to Europea…

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Austria’s far-right politics, Musk’s meddling, and the EU’s silence 4:35

1M ago4:35

4:35

Austria is on the brink of a historic political shift as the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) positions itself to lead the government. Meanwhile, Elon Musk stirs controversy in Germany by using his platform to amplify the far-right AfD ahead of snap elections, raising serious concerns about the influence of Big Tech on European democracy. For now all …

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Ukraine war deepens EU’s energy crisis 4:56

1M ago4:56

4:56

On our very first episode of the Long Story Short, we dive into the critical crossroads of 2025, where Ukraine's fight for freedom meets Europe’s energy uncertainty. In this episode, we unpack the latest updates from Ukraine, the abrupt halt of Russian gas via Ukraine, and what it all means for EU citizens facing rising energy costs and geopolitica…

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Vie de routier.e.s : Salon des Décideurs 6/6 20:54

2M ago20:54

20:54

Dans le dernier épisode, nous nous penchons sur l'avenir du secteur des transports. Comment les marchandises seront-elles transportées dans les années à venir ? Quel rôle jouera l'intelligence artificielle ? Et surtout, les chauffeurs routiers seront-ils encore nécessaires ou ont ils vocation à être remplacés par des machines ? Pour répondre à ces …

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Vie de routier.e.s : Itinéraire alternatif 5/6 27:19

2M ago27:19

27:19

Les chauffeurs de camion transportent 77 % des produits en circulation en Europe, mais le transport routier n'est pas la seule option. Les trains et les systèmes intermodaux sont des solutions alternatives sur lesquelles l'UE se concentre. Ces dernières pourraient par ailleurs améliorer les conditions de travail des chauffeurs routiers. Les investi…

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Vie de routier.e.s : Kilomètres Polluants 4/6 23:07

2M ago23:07

23:07

Il est impossible d’évoquer le transport routier sans parler du changement climatique. Le secteur représente près d’un quart des émissions de CO2 en Europe, et les chauffeurs routiers figurent parmi les travailleurs directement touchés par ses effets. Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de la question du climat avec les collectifs Soulèvement de la Terr…

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