Pod Save the World ISIS Terror in Australia
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Dec 17, 2025 
Zanny Minton Beddoes, Editor-in-Chief of The Economist, joins the conversation to explore significant global trends shaping 2026. She discusses the rise of populist-right parties in Europe and their impact on European security, especially regarding Ukraine. Beddoes also delves into the evolving international order, emphasizing the need to adapt trade and alliances. Additionally, she reflects on the potential risks of an economic bubble driven by AI, advocating for regulatory measures to ensure stability. A compelling look at the future of geopolitics and economics!
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Global Antisemitism Turned Deadly
- The Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre targeted Jewish civilians and reflected rising antisemitism in Australia since October 7.
- Tommy Vietor and Ben Rhodes stress this violence is terrorism and must be universally condemned regardless of grievances about Israel.
Heroism Amid The Bondi Massacre
- Ahmed Al-Amed, an unarmed fruit vendor from Syria, tackled and disarmed a shooter before being shot himself.
- A lifeguard ran 1.5 km barefoot with a defibrillator to help victims while the attack was still ongoing.
Political Blame Distorts Tragedy
- Benjamin Netanyahu blamed Australia's recognition of a Palestinian state for the massacre, a claim Tommy and Ben call cynical and baseless.
- They argue such politicization distracts from mourning victims and wrongly equates support for Palestinian rights with enabling terrorism.