The Political Cycle

The Political Cycle is a weekly show that looks at the similarities and differences in global politics. Our hosts – based out of the US, UK and India – are joined by top political journalists and researchers from around the world to cross-pollinate and cross-examine different political cultures and systems. Join Emily Tamkin, Rohan Venkat and Tom Hamilton as they explore three very different, but interlocking, political systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Political Cycle is a news podcast hosted by Podot, with 70 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  You Don't Mess with the Zohran: how did a Muslim socialist win New York's Democratic primary?

  Jun 27, 202536 minS0

  <p>America – and the global Left – has a new political hero: a 33-year-old Ugandan-born New Yorker called Zohran Mamdani. How did a former rapper become one of the most prominent voices in progressive politics in just a few short weeks? Emily Tamkin, in DC, is joined by Rohan Venkat to discuss Mamdani's rise, whether it offers a playbook for anti-Trump politics, or whether this is just another example of America's largest metropolis being out of sync with the country as a whole.</p><br><p>Here are the Cycle Recommendations from this episode:</p><p><br></p>Zohran Mamdani’s victor...

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  The Iran/Israel Conflict: where does India stand?

  Jun 19, 202538 minS0

  <p>Tensions in the Middle East have escalated once more this week, with Israel and Iran launching strikes against one another. Resolution remains unclear and the USA appears hesitant to act as peacemaker. </p><br><p>India, given its close diplomatic relationships with both Iran and Israel, has often been seen as a mediator. But where does it stand, given how unrest in Iran could have huge economic and trade implications at home? </p><br><p>Rohan Venkat discusses with Nicolas Blarel, Associate Professor of International Relations at the Institute of Political Science.</p><br><p>Here are the Cycle Re...

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  Money vs Democracy: inside India’s cash handout schemes

  Jun 12, 202538 minS0

  <p>It has become common in India for political candidates to promise regular cash handouts to women who fall under a certain income threshold. Of course, they have to win their elections first. </p><br><p>The cash handouts schemes have been the subject of increasing debate. Many are asking whether this is bribery, whether it is enough to live on, whether the government can afford it and whether it actually does anything to raise the political voice of women. </p><br><p>Rohan Venkat and Emily Tamkin discuss with Raksha Kumar, reporting fellow at Global Press Journal.</p><br><p>...

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  Polarized Poland: how did the far-right snatch victory from Poland's pro-Europeans?

  Jun 4, 202534 minS0

  <p>Karol Nawrocki has won the race to be the next President of Poland. It follows a tense campaign, where the far-right Nawrocki was often labelled (by both critics and supporters) ‘the Polish Trump’. So who is the relative newcomer, how big was the margin, and what does this mean for Donald Tusk, the Prime Minister of Poland with a steadfast commitment to a united Europe?</p><br><p>Rohan Venkat and Emily Tamkin are joined by Anna Gielewska, co-founder and editor-in-chief of VSquare and co-founder of Polish investigative outlet FRONTSTORY.PL</p><br><p>Subscribe to Goulash, the VSquare news...

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  The Jewish Museum Murders: Is antisemitic violence on the rise in America?

  May 30, 202529 minS0

  <p>Last week, two Israeli Embassy staff were shot and killed after leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in DC, Washington. Once arrested, the shooter reportedly said “I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza.” </p><br><p>The murders have raised questions about how far-reaching antisemitism is in the USA. Was this, for example, an act against Israel’s war or an attack on innocent Jewish people living and working in America? And does White House messaging have a part to play in this tragedy? </p><br><p>Rohan Venkat and Emily Tamkin discuss. </p><br><p>Her...

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