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Meanwhile in Europe

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Overwhelmed by the European news cycle? Meanwhile in Europe is your daily antidote. In just a few minutes each weekday, we cut through the noise to bring you the essential headlines shaping the continent. Then, join us on the weekend for a deep dive into the one story you won't want to miss. Stay informed, understand the context, and never miss a beat.

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What is Meanwhile in Europe about?

Overwhelmed by the European news cycle? Meanwhile in Europe is your daily antidote. In just a few minutes each weekday, we cut through the noise to bring you the essential headlines shaping the continent. Then, join us on the weekend for a deep dive into the one story you won't want to miss.

What has Meanwhile in Europe covered recently?

Recent episodes include "November 18, 2025: EU nears deadline to fund Ukraine, Belgium blocks Russian assets; UK launches tough asylum plan; German pension revolt simmers; UN OKs Gaza force; Denmark sets 2035 climate target." (18 November 2025, 13 minutes), "November 17, 2025: EU Frugals push budget cutbacks; Zelenskyy eyes air defense deal with France; Orbán pushes talks with Putin; Germany’s Rentenstreit escalates; scrutiny over Boris Johnson's finances" (17 November 2025, 12 minutes), and "The Weekend Read: The Future of Your Food and How EU Policy Choices Shape EU Farming, Prices, and the Environment to 2040" (15 November 2025, 36 minutes).

How often does Meanwhile in Europe publish?

Meanwhile in Europe publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 17 minutes across 164 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Meanwhile in Europe?

Booking probability for Meanwhile in Europe is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Meanwhile in Europe requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Meanwhile in Europe's contact route on record: verified email.

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  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 18, 2025: EU nears deadline to fund Ukraine, Belgium blocks Russian assets; UK launches tough asylum plan; German pension revolt simmers; UN OKs Gaza force; Denmark sets 2035 climate target.

    Nov 18, 202513 minS0

    <p>Today's November 18, 2025 . The most immediate challenge facing European leaders is securing financing for Ukraine before the final European Council summit of 2025 on December 18th. Commission President Ursula von...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 17, 2025: EU Frugals push budget cutbacks; Zelenskyy eyes air defense deal with France; Orbán pushes talks with Putin; Germany’s Rentenstreit escalates; scrutiny over Boris Johnson's finances

    Nov 17, 202512 minS0

    <p>This Monday morning is dominated by major financial and geopolitical flashpoints across Europe, starting with the resurgence of the "Frugal" coalition attempting to rein in the EU’s long-term budget. </p><p>This...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    The Weekend Read: The Future of Your Food and How EU Policy Choices Shape EU Farming, Prices, and the Environment to 2040

    Nov 15, 202536 minS0

    <p>Source: Fellmann, T., Tassinari, G., Lasarte Lopez, J., Rey Vicario, D., Beber, C. et al., Scenar 2040 – A scenario study on the Common Agricultural Policy, Publications Office of the European Union, 2025...

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    November 14, 2025: 86% worried on democracy; Reeves ditches UK tax hike; Far Right breaks cordon in EU; Zelenskyy aide defends president after corruption scandal; Germany bans Huawei 6G

    Nov 14, 202511 minS0

    <p>Today's November 14, 2025. A massive IPSOS poll result points to about half of voters in nine EU countries dissatisfied with the way democracy is working. </p><p>Anxiety is especially acute in France, where a...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 13, 2025: EU Firewall Crumbles on Green Cuts, Energy Corruption Scandal in Ukraine Amidst €140B Loan Debate; UK Starmer 'Fire Staff' Row; German Mandatory 18yo Military Exam Deal

    Nov 13, 202511 minS0

    <p>Today's, November 13, 2025. The most immediate concern is the potential collapse of the central political firewall, as the center-right European People’s Party (EPP) prepares to team up with far-right groups to push...

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    November 12, 2025: Starmer defends against internal coup; France delays retirement age; EU stealth migration data; Merz fights power over pensions; Democracy Shield launches; ECB leadership begins.

    Nov 12, 202513 minS0

    <p>November 12, 2025. In London, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a significant leadership crisis dubbed "Keir and present danger". Allies of the prime minister have brought weeks of speculation into the open by...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 11, 2025: Europe’s Security Call On Armistice Day; BBC Libel Threat; Ukraine 'Frontloading' Plan; VDL vs. Parliament on €2T Budget; Paris Pension Reform; Merz Celebrates 70th

    Nov 11, 202513 minS0

    <p>Today, November 11, 2025, Europe observes Armistice Day, a moment of remembrance contrasted sharply with the escalating political and security crises gripping the continent. </p><p>In Brussels, the war in Ukraine...

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    November 10, 2025: VDL Bows on Budget, BBC Chiefs Resign Amid Bias Scandal, Sarkozy Faces Court, and Merz Faces Renten-Rebellen

    Nov 10, 202512 minS0

    <p>Welcome to The Instability Index, your deep dive into the political turbulence across Europe on November 10, 2025, where institutional failures and domestic rebellions define the start of the week. </p><p>London is...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    The Weekend Read: How the EU Manages Its Vast Seas - Science, Solutions, and the Strategy to Restore a Resilient Ocean.

    Nov 8, 202547 minS0

    <p>Welcome to the Weekend Read. </p><p>Europe’s seas, covering more than 11 million km², are critical ecosystems that feed us, regulate our climate, and provide the majority of species found in Europe with habitats...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 7, 2025: COP30 climate summit in Brazil's new AI challenge; EU frozen assets race stalls on Belgium; UK tax hike looms amid Labour splits; France PM courts senators for budget compromise

    Nov 7, 202517 minS0

    <p>Today's November 7, 2025, the global political focus is split between an urgent climate summit and deep domestic budget crises gripping major European capitals. </p><p>The UN Climate Summit (COP30) in Belém, Brazil...

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    November 6, 2025: EU majority change; Starmer brief COP trip, deputy faces prisoner release scandal; Merz steel summit and trade shift; stricter Russian visas set; France's left budget battle

    Nov 6, 202514 minS0

    <p>Today, November 6, 2025. Brussels is openly grappling with a shifting power structure in the European Parliament where two working majorities are now acknowledged: one centrist (EPP, S&D, Renew) and one leaning...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 5, 2025: EU's €2 Trillion Gridlock; UK Tax U-turn Looms; NYC Zohran Mamdani Wins; Brussels Airport Drone Closure; Shein Controversy; German MEP Fraud Investigation; EU Climate Deal Debate

    Nov 5, 202513 minS0

    <p>Today's November 5, 2025. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s fragile governing coalition is fraying amid a center-right shift within her own European People's Party (EPP). The immediate trigger is...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 4th, 2025: Enlargement Grades, Reeves Tax Hikes, MFF Budget Clash, Merz Syria Deportations, Dissidents Grade EU, Patent Fury, EPSO Woes, PLFSS Debate, Train Probe, Roman Death, LR Primary.

    Nov 4, 202516 minS0

    <p>Today's November 4th, 2025. It may seem like a slow news day, but the real scoops today are happening behind the scenes across europe. Join us today as we discuss the political news from Brussels, Paris, London and...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    November 3, 2025: Czech-Polish Green Deal Challenge on ETS2 Looms; Resistance to Germany’s Migration Push; & Macron’s Isolation; New EU Veto Controls on Enlargement; Farage Dumps £90B Tax Cuts

    Nov 3, 202512 minS0

    <p>Today's November 3, 2025. We begin in Central Europe, where the fragile consensus on the EU’s Green agenda is facing an existential challenge, led by Czech politician Andrej Babiš who is expected to try and "block...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    Weekend Read: EU Study Reveals Citizen Distrust Due To European Law Being Too Complicated to Follow

    Nov 1, 202538 minS0

    <p>Welcome to the Weekend Read on November 1, 2025. This episode explores why European Union (EU) law, which is made to be applied by its users, is often ineffective and difficult to follow, even for the citizens it is...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    October 31, 2025: EU-US Trade Fears, Von Der Leyen's €2T Budget Fight, Reeves' Housing Scandal, Andrew Stripped of Titles, Merz's Coalition Stress, Paris Tax Tensions.

    Oct 31, 202513 minS0

    <p>Today's October 31, 2025. </p><p>In Brussels, President Ursula von der Leyen faces a "bloodcurdlingly busy agenda" before the year’s end. The most immediate threat is the "frightening standoff" with the U.S. over a...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    October 30, 2025: Dutch election stunner for D66, Jetten Likely PM; G7 Minerals Talk amidst US-China Rare Earth Deal; Mercosur trade deal before Christmas; frozen Russian assets debate, Reeves Apology

    Oct 30, 202515 minS0

    <p>Today's October 30, 2025. And there's a significant political shockwave emanating from Europe, where the Dutch election delivered one of the most nail-biting nights in years, defying expectations of a far-right...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    October 29, 2025: Gaza Strikes Jolt Merz's Turkey Peace Mission; Dutch Election Cliffhanger; EU Budget Revolt; UK Asylum Murder Outrage; Russia Interference Trial in Paris

    Oct 29, 202512 minS0

    <p>Today's October 29, 2025. Today, we navigate a complex global landscape defined by diplomatic emergency and high-stakes electoral battles, with the central focus being the volatile convergence of conflict and peace...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    October 28, 2025: Macron re-engages on 'long-term' societal issues alongside 2026 budget talks; Merz launches East Germany tour amid coalition splits on pension reform; Russia asset use vs. Eurobonds.

    Oct 28, 202513 minS0

    <p>Today, October 28, 2025, we find Europe's two most powerful leaders—Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz—locked in remarkably similar political situations, struggling to balance a public projection of long-term...

  • Meanwhile in Europe

    October 27, 2025: EU Market Reform Proposal Amidst Ukraine Joint Debt 'Plan B'; Trump Meets Xi; Gaza Truce Holds; Rule of Law Index Slips; Russia's Missile Test

    Oct 27, 202514 minS0

    <p>Today's October 27, 2025. The European Commission is poised to propose a sweeping package of financial market reforms with the fundamental aim of creating a deeper EU financial market capable of rivaling that of the...

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