As unemployment rises and lockdowns threaten the existence of businesses here and around the world, it's time to ask the question: Is another depression a possibility, and what would that look like today? Ian Bremmer poses this question to leading economic historian and author Adam Tooze. The two discuss the strength of the US and global economies before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, and realistic timeframes for when the financial outlook will improve. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Epidemiologist Dr. Larry Brilliant, whose work helped eliminate Smallpox forever, explains the steps necessary to eradicate the COVID-19 virus from the world. Brilliant methodically details a three-tiered approach to combating this health threat: Vaccination and herd immunity, proper protection to prevent spread including masks and gloves, and the technology tools that can track illness and infection. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang discusses the proposal that served as the cornerstone for his campaign—universal basic income—and why he believes the COVID-19 pandemic has only increased the need for the policy. Ian Bremmer and Yang also discuss the 2020 presidential race as it stands now, and what Joe Biden can and should be doing to provide a counternarrative of hope and rebuilding to the nation. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Ian Bremmer interviews Cui Tiankai, China’s top diplomat in the United States, on a wide range of topics including accusations that China has underreported COVID-19 fatalities, his nation’s decision to expel journalists from major U.S. publications, and China’s emerging role in global aid and relief efforts. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

This week, Ian Bremmer explores the media’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic and President Trump’s treatment of journalists. Ben Smith, media columnist at The New York Times and former head of Buzzfeed News, looks at global coverage of COVID-19, including misinformation campaigns and social media’s role in society today. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating economic impact globally, few industries have been as hard hit as restaurants and hospitality. This week, famed restaurateur Danny Meyer, the CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and founder of Shake Shack, discusses the toll coronavirus has taken on his own business, his decision to let go 80% of his workforce and the dimming prospects of survival for many restaurants in America, including some of his own. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Empty grocery store shelves, Purell selling at $100 a bottle, and handwashing that would make any mother proud. Uncertainty about coronavirus dominates daily lives today all around the globe. But along with the many unknowns come solid reasons for hope, if the right steps are taken immediately. Acclaimed health expert Laurie Garrett argues that the window to mitigate the pandemic's effect is closing, but there is still much governments and individuals can do to curb the impact. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

This week, Ian Bremmer examines the impact of coronavirus and the stability of global markets. Former Prime Minister of Australia and President of Asia Society Kevin Rudd shares lessons learned from the 2008 global financial crisis that could help mitigate the coronavirus pandemic's impact. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

GZERO World presents a special edition of our weekly podcast, produced in partnership with Citi Private Bank. The first quarter of 2020 isn’t yet over, but the world has seen headlines ranging from a US standoff with Iran to fears of global recession and the ongoing outbreak of coronavirus. Ian Bremmer is joined by David Bailin, Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer for Citi Private Bank, in a conversation moderated by Eurasia Group’s Head of Research Strategy & Operations Meredith Sumpter. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Idlib, Syria is the last rebel holdout of the Syrian civil war, a bloody battle that is now in its ninth year. As President Bashar al-Assad launched a final push to retake the city, nearly a million people fled the area under tragic circumstances. This week, a look at the unfolding humanitarian crisis with the International Rescue Committee's David Miliband. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.