Global Politics with Leo
Claim This Podcastby Leo Lindermans
Podcast Overview
<p>Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis. New episodes break down geopolitics, conflicts, power struggles, global affairs and world news in a simple way without the noise.</p><br><p>You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com</p><br><p>You might know me from my political education content on social media and Substack as Leo Explains or LeoExplains10.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
March 16, 2026
European Rearmament, Anti-Gay Laws in Senegal, and Russia's Unexpected Oil Profits
<p>Europe is arming up and in this episode, I break down what that really means. I dive into Croatia's revival of compulsory military service, the broader trend of militarisation sweeping across the continent, and whether history should make us worried or not. I also unpack a major new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute on global weapons transfers, which reveals just how dramatically the flow of arms has shifted over the last five years.</p><br><p>Also: Spain's increasingly bold stance against both the US and Israel, Senegal's stricter anti-gay laws and what it signals about a wider shift across Africa. And how the war in Iran is quietly filling Russia's coffers.</p><br><p>Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis — without the noise. You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
February 18, 2026
US–China–Taiwan Explained
<p>President Trump says he’ll soon decide what to do about US weapons sales to Taiwan - and that decision matters far beyond the island itself.</p><br><p>In this episode, I break down the full story: how the Chinese Civil War created two rival governments, why the US recognised Beijing in the 1970s while continuing to support Taiwan unofficially, and what the “Six Assurances” mean today.</p><br><p>I explain why Taiwan is so important:</p><ul><li>Economically</li><li>Geopolitically </li><li>Reputationally </li></ul><p><br></p><p>If during the Cold War the US prioritised Europe, today the strategic focus is the Indo-Pacific - and Taiwan is central to that shift.</p><br><p>Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis — without the noise.</p><br><p>You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
February 16, 2026
Global News Catch-Up: Russia Blocks WhatsApp, China Expands in Africa, Venezuela's Polling, and Rubio’s Munich Speech
<p>Marco Rubio used his speech at the Munich Security Conference to outline how the US sees global security under Donald Trump. His tone was softer than others in the administration - but the message was clear: Europe will need to take far more responsibility for its own defence.</p><br><p>Plus:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Russia blocks WhatsApp and pushes a state-backed messaging app</li><li>China removes tariffs on imports from 53 African countries</li><li>Ireland rolls out a basic income for artists</li><li>South Korea’s intelligence agency signals Kim Jong Un’s daughter may be his successor</li><li>Puerto Rico passes a controversial fetal recognition law</li><li>A new poll shows strong support for political change in Venezuela</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, explained clearly and without the noise.</p><br><p>You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com</p><br><p>You might know me from TikTok and Substack as Leo Explains or LeoExplains10.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Global Politics with Leo?
<p>Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis. New episodes break down geopolitics, conflicts, power struggles, global affairs and world news in a simple way without the noise.</p><br><p>You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com</p><br><p>You might know me from my political education content on social media and Substack as Leo Explains or LeoExplains10.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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