

Nina dos Santos
International broadcast correspondent and former CNN Europe editor.
Top 10 podcasts with Nina dos Santos
Ranked by the Snipd community

19 snips
Dec 15, 2024 • 55min
Monocle on Sunday: Christmas market special
Nina dos Santos, a seasoned broadcaster specializing in global affairs, and Andrew Tuck from the Monocle editorial team discuss festive themes from London's Christmas market. They explore Finland's branding of Santa as a diplomatic icon while dissecting Syria's complex geopolitical landscape. Camouflage in fashion takes center stage, revealing its cultural resurgence amid recession. Allegations of foreign interference spotlight Prince Andrew’s connections, while quirky Japanese cafes lead to insights on tourism and cultural exchanges.

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May 27, 2025 • 37min
Macron’s big push for France in Southeast Asia
Philippe Marlier, a professor of politics, joins international correspondent Nina dos Santos and tourism leader Gloria Guevara to discuss Macron's diplomatic push in Southeast Asia. The trio explores France's strategic maneuvers to counter US tariffs while boosting alliances with Vietnam, Indonesia, and Singapore. They delve into the implications of Macron's efforts for international stability amid rising geopolitical tensions and highlight the importance of effective leadership in the evolving landscape of global tourism.

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May 7, 2025 • 59min
India launches strikes on Pakistan
Maya Sharma, a Bangalore-based journalist, delves into the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following significant missile strikes. Zoe Grunewald discusses the unfolding crises in Sudan and Gaza, shedding light on regional instability. Nina dos Santos analyzes Friedrich Merz's pivotal visit to Paris and its ramifications for European politics. Finally, Nadine Whitney highlights the potential repercussions of US tariffs on Australia's film industry, exploring the challenges faced by creatives in an evolving global landscape.

May 1, 2025 • 38min
US-Ukraine minerals deal and France’s screen-ban proposal
Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent and former CNN editor, joins Renard Mansour, a senior research fellow at Chatham House, to discuss a pivotal minerals deal between the US and Ukraine aimed at bolstering Kyiv's defense against Russia. They also delve into the implications of shifting US foreign policy and the challenges Ukraine faces in this new landscape. Additionally, they tackle France's proposal to limit screen time for children under six, raising concerns about technology's impact on play and social development.

Jul 7, 2025 • 59min
Trump and Netanyahu meet in Washington. Plus: Paris honours the designer of its Métro with a museum
Simon Marks, Washington reporter, joins Nina Dos Santos, former CNN Europe editor, and Mateusz Mazzini, Gazeta Wyborcza writer, to discuss the high-stakes meeting between Trump and Netanyahu. They delve into military strategies addressing Iran and Syria and explore the shifting dynamics of U.S.-Israeli relations. The conversation also covers the geopolitical fallout from the Ukraine war and the complexities surrounding immigration tensions between Poland and Germany.

Jun 27, 2025 • 59min
EU summit: leaders meet to talk defence, tariffs, migration, Israel-Gaza and Russia-Ukraine
Join Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent, and Guy Delaunay, Monocle’s expert in the Balkans, as they dissect the recent EU summit's pivotal discussions on defense, tariffs, and migration. Garana Gurdjieff, Monocle's security correspondent, highlights security implications amid rising tensions in Ukraine. Andrew Muller adds his signature wit, exploring cultural mishaps and the impact of social media on heritage. Finally, theatre critic Matt Wolfe touches on the vibrant intersection of politics and art, making for a lively roundtable discussion.

May 29, 2025 • 59min
Zelensky’s arms push in Germany
Chris Chermak, Monocle's senior editor, shares insights on Zelenskyy's crucial visit to Germany, where military aid took center stage amid shifting political sentiments. Leila Malana Allen discusses complex Israel-Syria relations and the evolving role of Saudi Arabia in regional diplomacy. Nina dos Santos informs us on a US federal court's decision to block Trump's trade tariffs, raising questions about global repercussions. Meanwhile, Scott Bryan highlights the challenges facing Black British creators in TV and the exciting direction of a new Harry Potter series.

May 22, 2025 • 58min
Iran cosies up to Russia amid a balancing act with the US
Berku Ozelek, a Senior Research Fellow at RUSI, Nina Dos Santos, an international correspondent, and Julianne Smith, a former US ambassador to NATO, dive into Iran's strategic partnership with Russia. They explore the geopolitical implications of their newly ratified 20-year alliance, especially in military support and nuclear negotiations with the US. The conversation highlights Iran's delicate balance between global power dynamics and domestic sentiments, including fears of potential Israeli aggression if negotiations falter.

May 19, 2025 • 1h 1min
UK-EU summit and election watch
Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent, Yossi Meckleberg from Chatham House, Beata Javorcik, chief economist at the EBRD, and Laura Kramer, senior producer reporting from Bucharest, dive deep into the UK-EU summit's significance. They explore Romania's pro-EU election outcome and the far-right's rise in Portugal. Javorcik discusses the economic fallout from tariff increases, while the panel weighs in on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the complex political shifts across these regions.

Apr 30, 2025 • 59min
Can a Pope shape his legacy?
Join Nina Dos Santos, an international broadcast correspondent, and Charles Hecker, political risk analyst and author, along with Shanti Harmain, an Indonesian film producer; Hannah Lucinda-Smith, Monocle's Istanbul correspondent; and Aaron Burnett, a Senior Fellow in Berlin. They discuss whether a Pope can truly shape his legacy amidst the upcoming conclave, explore the tumultuous first 100 days of Trump’s second presidency, and delve into geopolitical nuances affecting Syria and Canada’s climate policies. It’s a riveting conversation on legacy, change, and cultural evolution!