Mar 3, 202625 minS0
<p>In this episode of The Brief Podcast, Mohammad Huraini takes us on a walking tour of his village in the South Hebron Hills. It is part of a community known as Masafer Yatta. It comprises more than a dozen Palestinian...
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The Brief
Hosted by Jim Clancy · news · EN
About this Podcast:
The Brief presents unique and entertaining interviews with original thinkers on the most critical issues of the day. Journalist Jim Clancy engages expert guests in rigorous but relaxed conversations that unpack serious subjects in new and surprising ways. In a relatable yet informed manner, we illuminate some of the misapprehensions that the public may hold. By tapping the knowledge of our guests, we intend to surface some of the overlooked causal factors and explore contingencies that may yet happen. The Brief will range beyond conventional national security debates and explore how technology- especially artificial intelligence- is likely to alter our economies and societies. The podcast intends to provide robust discussions about how environmental and climate concerns should be every society’s priority, and we will cover some innovative potential approaches on how humanity could bend the curve of global warming.
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What is The Brief about?
The Brief presents unique and entertaining interviews with original thinkers on the most critical issues of the day. Journalist Jim Clancy engages expert guests in rigorous but relaxed conversations that unpack serious subjects in new and surprising ways. In a relatable yet informed manner, we illuminate some of the misapprehensions that the public may hold.
Who hosts The Brief?
The Brief is hosted by Jim Clancy. The show has published 43 episodes to date.
What has The Brief covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Under Siege on the West Bank: A Palestinian Documents the Violence and Destruction" (3 March 2026, 25 minutes), "Why Trump's "Board of Peace" Won't Work for Gaza" (22 January 2026, 29 minutes), and "Trump's "Predatory Hegemony" Defines 2025: Prof. Stephen Walt" (14 January 2026, 35 minutes).
How often does The Brief publish?
The Brief publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 43 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Brief?
Booking probability for The Brief is 25%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Brief requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Brief's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Jim Clancy hosts The Brief, a news podcast with 43 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jan 22, 202629 minS0<p>Sarah Leah Whitson joins Jim Clancy in a discussion of Trump's "Global Board of Peace" and concerns about the state of U.S. Democracy. Whitson is an experienced Human Rights and Democracy advocate who co-founded DAWN...
Jan 14, 202635 minS0<p>Harvard Professor and internationally acclaimed realist Stephen Walt looks at the events, personalities and policies that defined a tumultuous year in politics at home and abroad in this edition of The Brief Podcast...
Nov 30, 202535 minS0<p>John Feeley is former U.S. Ambassador to Panama who advised the Trump and Biden administrations on Latin America. He resigned over policy differences during Trump's first term. He had previously served as a Captain...
Nov 11, 202537 minS0<p>Voices of Gaza: Pollster Obada Shtaya Reveals What Gazans Really Want. The ceasefire agreement produces dramatic changes among Palestinian emotions, attitudes and aspirations. There is resurgence of Hope for the...
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Oct 21, 202544 minS0<p>They would do anything to stop the killing of Palestinians in Gaza. But Palestinian legal experts say the Trump Plan for Gaza will not come close to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian problem. What the plan does...
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Jun 18, 202547 minS0<p>Jeremy Hammond is a respected author, researcher, and analyst known for his in-depth studies on issues such as the Israel-Palestine conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and more. Hammond's work often focuses on dispelling...
Apr 28, 202536 minS0<p>In this episode of "The Brief," host Jim Clancy has a conversation with Ehud Olmert, the former Prime Minister of Israel, delving into the complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The discussion...
Apr 17, 202549 minS0<p>Muhammad Shehada joins Jim Clancy as they dive deep into the desolate landscape of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza. They explore the implications of the White House meeting between Netanyahu and Trump...
Mar 30, 202530 minS0<p>Independent journalist Sam Husseini joins Jim Clancy on The Brief to discuss the complex dynamics of questioning U.S. foreign policy in relation to Gaza. Husseini shares his challenging experiences at State...
Mar 4, 202536 minS0<p>Jim Clancy is joined by Kenneth Roth, a luminary in human rights advocacy, to dissect the seismic shifts observed in U.S. foreign policy under the Trump administration and its wider implications for global human...
Feb 23, 202526 minS0<p>Journalist Jim Clancy hosts Ahmed Alnaouq, founder of “We Are Not Numbers,” as they discuss the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Ahmed shares personal losses and the destruction faced by Palestinians, emphasizing their...
Feb 11, 202540 minS0<p>Jim Clancy and Nick Kristof explore the complexities of global and domestic politics in this enlightening conversation. Kristof highlights positive global trends despite overwhelming negativity while also discussing...
Feb 1, 202546 minS0<p>Ahmed Shihab-Eldin is a renowned journalist and multimedia producer with a focus on the Middle East and North African regions. He has previously worked with prominent media outlets like Al Jazeera and Huffington...
Feb 1, 202527 minS0<p>In this episode of The Brief, host Jim Clancy engages in a compelling dialogue with Reza Aslan, focusing on Aslan’s new children’s book about the Israel-Palestine conflict. Aslan’s book aims to navigate the...
Jan 10, 202553 minS0<p>In this gripping episode, host Jim Clancy discusses with guests Karim Makdisi and Wissam Yafi the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, focusing on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict amid international...
Recent guests
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Sarah Leah Whitson
executive director, Democracy for the Arab World Now
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Stephen Walt
Robert and Renée Belfer Professor of International Relations, Harvard Kennedy School
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Jeremy Hammond
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Ehud Olmert
former Israeli prime minister, finance minister, and mayor of Jerusalem, Israeli government
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