The Rachman Review

Gideon interviews historian and writer Lawrence Freedman about Israel's challenges in dealing with Hamas and finding a viable alternative government. They explore the recent security lapse on the Gaza border, compare the conflict to global crises, and discuss the potential consequences of Biden's lack of diplomatic victory.

In this podcast, Adam Posen discusses his objections to Bidenomics, including subsidies to private companies. The comparison between pandemic response and the climate emergency is explored, advocating for urgent action. The global implications of Bidenomics are analyzed, including concerns about the subsidy race and its impact on the poorest countries. The argument linking China's growth and subsidies is disputed, emphasizing the importance of domestic savings and investment.

WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala discusses the impact of Bidenomics on global trade. The podcast explores concerns about unfair competition, subsidies in chip production, dispute settlement reform in the WTO, expanding trade, and the future of digital trade.

Gideon talks to Brian Deese, former head of the National Economic Council in the Biden White House, about Bidenomics, including investing in forgotten places, bringing back jobs, and prioritizing the dignity of work. They discuss the continuity and differences in economic policies between the Biden and Trump administrations. They also explore global reactions to subsidies for electric vehicles, China's unique growth approach, and the implications of Europe adopting Bidenomics. The podcast concludes with hints at future episodes and sponsor advertisements.

Scientists are using AI to decode animal sounds and potentially 'translate' them into human language. The podcast explores the possibility of 'speaking' to animals like whales and bats and the ethical implications of doing so responsibly.

The podcast discusses the aftermath of Brexit in Britain, exploring the negative impact on trade relationships and regulations. It analyzes the government's response and the potential long-term effects, including the decline of Britain's reputation and global standing.

Gideon Rachman discusses nuclear war, deadly pandemic, and AI risks with Jason Matheny, president of the Rand Corporation and former director for technology policy on President Biden’s National Security Council. They explore China's belief in controlling nuclear escalation, the importance of direct communication, and the urgent need for biodefenses and surveillance systems. The speakers emphasize rethinking national security strategies to address emerging technologies like AI and synthetic biology.

US Senator Chris Murphy discusses Biden's proposed peace deal and strained US-Saudi Arabia relationship. Saudi Arabia's global activity and Putin's hold on power. Reflections on Trump's potential conviction and broken Republican Party. Transatlantic cohesion, China, and Brexit challenges. Saudi-Israeli normalization and implications for US security.

Gideon and Sergei discuss the killing of Yevgeny Prigozhin, its impact on Russian stability and the war in Ukraine. Topics include Prigozhin's actions, the Russian economy, and the effectiveness of sanctions.

Who is Sergei Leontiev? To the US asylum system, he’s an exiled Russian banker who was persecuted by the state and forced to flee. To Russia, he’s said to be responsible for massive fraud. On The Russian Banker, a new series from the Financial Times, reporters Courtney Weaver and Stefania Palma try to uncover the truth, and find a story that tells us about Russia today and how people in the west build stories about who’s good and who’s bad. The Russian Banker is a special series that will run on the Behind the Money podcast starting Aug. 30. Listen to The Russian Banker by subscribing to the Behind the Money podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.