The Interview
BBC World Service
Conversations with people shaping our world, from all around the globe. Listen to The Interview for the best conversations from the BBC, the world's most trusted international news provider.
We hear from titans of business, politics, finance, sport and culture. Global leaders, decision-makers and cultural icons. Politicians, activists and CEOs.
Each interview is around 20-minutes, packed full of insight and analysis, covering some of the biggest issues of our time.
How does it work? Well, at the BBC, our journalists interview amazing people every single day. And on The Interview, we bring them to you.
It’s your one-stop-shop to the best conversations coming out of the BBC, with the people shaping our world, from all over the world.
Get in touch with us on emailTheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.
We hear from titans of business, politics, finance, sport and culture. Global leaders, decision-makers and cultural icons. Politicians, activists and CEOs.
Each interview is around 20-minutes, packed full of insight and analysis, covering some of the biggest issues of our time.
How does it work? Well, at the BBC, our journalists interview amazing people every single day. And on The Interview, we bring them to you.
It’s your one-stop-shop to the best conversations coming out of the BBC, with the people shaping our world, from all over the world.
Get in touch with us on emailTheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.
Episodes
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Jul 9, 2024 • 23min
Ilya Ponomarev: How significant is Russian resistance to Putin?
Former Russian MP and anti-Putin resistance leader, Ilya Ponomarev, discusses the significance of Russian resistance against Putin. Topics include the opposition figure's defiance, tactics against Putin's regime, analyzing resistance impact, debating post-Putin Russia, and the challenges of Ukrainian resistance.
Jul 8, 2024 • 23min
Asma Khan: Can cooking change the world?
Asma Khan, the first to create an all-female high-end Indian restaurant, discusses empowering women in the culinary industry, supporting conflict-affected communities, addressing challenges faced by second daughters in India, and navigating identity and independence.
Jul 2, 2024 • 23min
Husam Zomlot: Is diplomacy dead in the Israel-Gaza conflict?
Husam Zomlot, top Palestinian diplomat, discusses failures in international diplomacy amidst the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. The podcast delves into seeking justice, challenges in Palestinian diplomacy, US involvement, and themes of hope amidst conflict.
Jul 1, 2024 • 23min
Anne Enright: Changing Ireland
Anne Enright, Irish novelist, discusses navigating the Irish literary world and the impact of winning the Booker Prize. She explores the complexities of motherhood, challenges traditional views, and delves into family dynamics in Irish literature. The conversation also touches on societal movements like Me Too and evolving characters influenced by changing landscapes.
Jun 26, 2024 • 23min
Fabrice Leggeri: What would a far-right victory mean for France?
Stephen Sackur interviews Fabrice Leggeri, an MEP in Marine Le Pen's National Rally party, discussing the party's rise in French politics and its impact on Europe. They talk about immigration laws, border security allegations, President Macron's criticisms, and the party's stance on Russia and Ukraine.
Jun 21, 2024 • 23min
Sachin Pilot: Is India heading for consensus or chaos?
Sachin Pilot discusses India's political landscape, Congress party's success, and opposition's role in shaping the country's future. Topics include Hindutva vision, job creation, and opposition strategies against the ruling party. The conversation also touches on leadership dynamics, foreign policy, and India's future political landscape.
Jun 20, 2024 • 23min
Dmytro Kuleba: Ukraine war at critical juncture
Ukraine's Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, discusses the pressure on Ukraine as Russia advances. They explore Ukraine's challenges, global support, and the recent peace summit. The podcast delves into diplomatic efforts, the absence of key countries at the summit, challenges faced by Ukraine, and the importance of alliances amidst war.
Jun 18, 2024 • 23min
Mathieu Kassovitz: Where is France going?
Acclaimed actor and director Mathieu Kassovitz discusses societal issues in French cinema, challenges in creating political movies, abuse in the industry, societal changes, and the future of cinema. Touches on topics such as police brutality, inequality, Me Too movement, helping the homeless, and the threat of AI technology.
Jun 17, 2024 • 23min
Akinwumi Adesina: Africa rising?
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, discusses the need for international financial backing to boost Africa's economy. Topics include economic growth prospects, challenges like debt and climate change, anti-corruption efforts, climate financing, clean energy initiatives, attracting investments, and creating partnerships for Africa's development.
Jun 14, 2024 • 23min
Jean-Noël Barrot: A snap election in France
Stephen Sackur is in Paris to speak to the French Minister Delegate for Europe, Jean-Noël Barrot. President Emmanuel Macron has just taken the gamble of his political life, calling a snap parliamentary election in an effort to outsmart the extremes of right and left. If it backfires, what will it mean for France and Europe?
