Podcast Episodes

These Times - The German Election: Friedrich Merz, “Independence” from America, and the Rise of the Far Right.

Season 1 Episode 125

This week, Tom and Helen discuss the aftermath of Germany's election, where the Christian Democrats won but with their second-lowest vote tally ever. They explore what these results mean for the futu…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

These Times - Trump, Putin and Europe’s Historic Crisis

Season 1 Episode 124

This week Tom and Helen discuss the impact that peace talks with Russia might have on the United States security commitment to Europe.

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Published on 9 months ago

These Times - Trump's Tariff War

Season 1 Episode 123

In this episode of These Times, Tom and Helen discuss the deep history behind Trump's latest round of tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada; how the US has used tariffs throughout history, how protecti…

Published on 9 months, 1 week ago

These Times - Can Europe Survive Trump?

Season 1 Episode 122

Following on from the previous episode, this week, Tom and Helen expand even further on the topic of Europe and its dependance on the United States.

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Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

These Times - Europe’s Trump Shock

Season 1 Episode 121

This week, Tom and Helen discuss what Donald Trump's presidency means for Europe, historically, after his revealing first week in office.

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Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago

These Times - Why The Oligarchs Now Back Trump

Season 1 Episode 120

This week, Tom and Helen delve into Joe Biden's farewell address, why he warned of a new tech oligarchy and the possible new epoch in American politics.

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Published on 9 months, 4 weeks ago

These Times - Why Trump Wants Greenland (and more)

Season 1 Episode 119

This week, Tom and Helen delve into Donald Trump's open attempt to annex Greenland, retake the Panama Canal, and seduce Canada into joining the United States.

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Published on 10 months ago

These Times - Who is Elon Musk?

Season 1 Episode 118

For the first episode of 2025, Tom and Helen take a deep dive into the life and worldview of the world's richest man; who is Elon Musk, what does he believe - and what does he want?

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Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

These Times - The Year of War, Donald Trump and an Ascendant Turkey

Season 1 Episode 117

On the final episode of the year, Tom and Helen reflect on the events of 2024 and how they may effect the geopolitical future.

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Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

These Times - The Year British Politics Hollowed Out

Season 1 Episode 116

For our Christmas special episode Tom and Helen take a look back at the state of British politics this year and ask the question - Is British politics unravelling?

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Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago