The Global Story

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Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts

October 13, 2026

Since World War Two ended, most people living in the United States or Europe have generally upheld a consensus about its morality; that it was a just war fought against an evil Nazi regime, and the allies were right to fight it. But in a viral podcast debate with the British conservative Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, Tucker Carlson seemed to disagree with that narrative, causing deep consternation within the wider conservative movement.The Global Story’s Tristan Redman speaks to BBC Newscast’s Adam Fl...

Are we really living in unprecedented times?

October 12, 2026

Politicians and commentators keep telling us we are living through unprecedented times. But how unusual is the world we are living in, really?John Simpson has spent 60 years reporting for the BBC, witnessing some of the most consequential moments in modern history. He was on the plane that brought Ayatollah Khomeini back to Iran during the 1979 revolution. He watched the Berlin Wall come down. And he reported from Beijing during the protests in Tiananmen Square.Those experiences have left Sim...

What’s really happening with plague in Russia?

October 09, 2026

A plague scare in Siberia has become a Rorschach test for public health fears in a post-Covid world.Russian officials are investigating the death of a worker at a plague research laboratory. They say she died of pneumonia. But speculation online has suggested she may have died from pneumonic plague.Russian authorities deny this and say there is no risk of an outbreak. So why has the story sparked so much alarm? And how has the legacy of the Covid pandemic played into people's fears of another...

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How do I get in touch with The Global Story?

The Global Story is hosted by Asma Khalid and Tristan Redman. Its publicly listed email is podcast.support@bbc.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Global Story?

The publicly listed email for The Global Story: podcast.support@bbc.co.uk.

How many listeners does The Global Story have?

Podseeker estimates The Global Story reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Global Story?

The Global Story typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Established journalists, financial experts, policy specialists, and subject-matter authorities with direct expertise on major international, political, economic, or security issues. Common among recent guests: Established journalism or broadcasting career; Recognized expertise in a major global issue; Public-facing authority with the ability to explain complex developments to a broad audience. Recent guests include Emi Nietfeld and Dave Ramsey.

How hard is it to get booked on The Global Story?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The Global Story cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, Foreign Policy, Geopolitics, Global Economics, and International Security. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.