Best What S A Battle Podcast Network Podcasts (2025)

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Truce story: (a sketch of) a Trump-Xi trade deal 27:13

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2d ago27:13

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Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed to holster their trade weapons for now. But even if the deal holds, it does not address the deeper problems in the relationship. We examine why mercenaries—and slick international firms that employ them—are doing a roaring trade these days. And a Halloween look at what our correspondent calls a golden a…

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AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet? 7:43

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A listener asks: with Greek and Roman soldiers well-armoured elsewhere, how did they protect the tops of their feet from injury? Murray Dahm explores what ancient sources and archaeology reveal about footwear, armour, and the realities of combat. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

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Manhattan transfer: New York’s finance folk flee 21:54

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Taxes upon taxes are just one of the reasons that both financial-industry hotshots and businesses are moving out of the Big Apple. We look at what that might cost the city. A snapshot of the drinks business reveals a subtle picture of who is drinking what, and where. And the Chinese rapper that is fast becoming a global household name. Get a world …

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War-chest X-ray: how to finance Ukraine 21:49

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Europe is edging closer to using seized Russian assets to finance Ukraine. The country badly needs that 140bn-euro windfall—and much, much more. A much-fretted-about AI jobs apocalypse is not here yet, but AI-adopting firms are hiring less for junior-level positions. And our ranking of the passports that permit the most freedom of movement. Get a w…

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Bust a vessel: NATO v dark fleets 23:37

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Ships of unknown origin or intent are flummoxing NATO forces on the high seas. Our correspondent visits the Latvian navy on the Virsaitis as it intercepts a mystery vessel. We examine China’s enormous gig economy and how 200m workers are turning precarious conditions to their advantage. And a new book explores what people talk about when they talk …

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Let Milei this out: Argentina’s midterms surprise 25:14

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Voters overwhelmingly backed the party of President Javier Milei, handing him a lifeline he was not expected to get. We ask how he can finish his vast project of economic change. Meanwhile Germany’s promised package of sweeping reforms is turning out to be lacklustre. And why many video games appear to be getting harder after years of popular-appea…

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The great brawl: China is winning the trade war 23:20

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This weekend American and Chinese officials are meeting to try and ease tensions over trade after China’s recent decision to restrict rare-earth exports. How has China gained the upper hand? Anxiety about screen time is focused on young people, but the elderly are addicted to devices too. And the wonder of waltzes, from Strauss to “Strictly Come Da…

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AWA380 - How Did the Greek Phalanx Keep Its Line? 14:20

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A listener from Brisbane asks: how did the Greek hoplite phalanx maintain a cohesive front while advancing into battle over uneven terrain dotted with trees, bushes, and obstacles? Murray Dahm explains how ancient soldiers kept formation, reformed when disrupted, and adapted their tactics to the landscape. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarf…

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Shutting match: what will break the US federal impasse? 23:06

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The government shutdown in America is now the second-longest on record. Yet there is no apparent urgency to end it, either from Republicans or Democrats. Why Ghana has escaped the jihadist violence of its neighbours in the Sahel. And bottled water is going upmarket. Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and techn…

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Cocaine and able: drug runners innovate 24:16

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America has been blowing up ships in foreign waters suspected of carrying drugs. That will do little to dent today’s narco-business, which is more inventive and adaptable than ever. Why business executives in China keep disappearing. And the jewels stolen in the brazen Louvre heist may never be found. Listen to what matters most, from global politi…

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Rock and rule: Japan’s first female PM 22:07

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Takaichi Sanae, Japan’s new prime minister, rode motorbikes and plays heavy-metal drums. Will her political ambitions be as bold? America, a nation of immigrants, is turning against new arrivals. Our correspondent explains the consequences. And a fast-growing chain of coffee shops creates a stir in Germany. Listen to what matters most, from global …

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Voices of Gaza: life amid a fragile peace 26:56

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Ten days into the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the truce remains tenuous. Today our correspondent speaks to people on the ground in Gaza about what they expect from the future. Why global cities are coming round to bikes again. And being left-handed may give you an advantage in certain sports. Photo courtesy of Omar Mahmood. Listen to what m…

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A Republic, if you can teach it 46:04

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Civic education is full of nostalgia. Horace Mann, John Dewey, and the Cold War era often come up in conversations about the current state of affairs. Judge Marjorie Rendell knows this well because she grew up in the postwar era and understand how different today's civic education is from what she received as a young student. She saw it firsthand w…

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AW379 - Commanding an Army in Antiquity 28:31

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How do you get the right man to command your armies? Does he learn on the job, or from books, and what happens when something goes wrong? In this episode, the team discusses issue 104, Who Put You in Charge? Commanding an Army in Antiquity. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast

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Bolt-on charges: Trump's former adviser is indicted 26:04

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John Bolton, a former Trump ally-turned-critic has been charged with mishandling classified information. That raises further fears that the justice department is being politicised. Why dropping a case against two people accused of spying for China has engulfed the British government. And celebrating Saul Zabar, whose deli delighted New Yorkers. Lis…

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Rome run: Meloni’s surprising stamina 22:28

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When Giorgia Meloni was elected Italy’s prime minister, many people feared she would prove divisive and volatile. Instead, at a time when many other European governments have been in turmoil, her three years in office have been remarkably tranquil. Why German trains no longer run on time. And a very British battle: conker competitions. Listen to wh…

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Aid pro quo: Trump weaponises foreign help 23:32

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After cancelling much of America’s international development funding, President Donald Trump is now using that money to boost friends, allies against China and buy goods and influence. Ukraine is striking Russia’s fuel infrastructure deep inside the country. And why JD Wetherspoon is not just a British bargain boozer. Listen to what matters most, f…

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Wrong side of the hack: cybercrime grows 21:45

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Cyberattacks have brought firms like Jaguar Land Rover and Asahi to a standstill. Our correspondent asks what companies and governments should do about a rising problem. Why it is getting harder to count deaths in Africa. And is eating dark chocolate actually good for you? Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science an…

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Out at last: Israeli hostages return 24:11

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Donald Trump arrived in the Middle East for a victory tour as Israeli captives were finally freed. But the path to peace does not run smooth: Gaza is devastated, Hamas remains armed and tricky negotiations continue. Why luxury travel is thriving, with a little help from social media. And celebrating Claudia Cardinale, the accidental film star. List…

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The Weekend Intelligence: The trial of Yevgenia Berkovich 43:54

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In May 2024, Yevgenia Berkovich and Svetlana Petrichuk, the director and writer of an experimental play, became the first Russian artists since Soviet times to be put on trial for the content of their work. It was a show trial. Like all show trials its outcome was preordained. But when professional actors took the stand, it turned it into a differe…

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Dune raider: Saudi is a video-game superpower 19:57

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Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, is a huge video-game fan. Now his hobby is becoming a multi-billion-dollar industry for the kingdom, which is acquiring some of the world’s biggest gaming firms. How Finnish icebreakers became a focus for polar power politics. And the NBA plays its first basketball game on Chinese soil in six years.…

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AWA378 - Did the Persians Really Use Cats at the Battle of Pelusium? 13:02

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Augusto from Argentina asks: "How reliable is Polyaenus' account of the Persians using cats—or images of cats—against the Egyptians at Pelusium? Is there any truth to the story, or is it just legend?" Murray Dahm explores the evidence behind this curious tale. Join us on Patreon patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast…

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Finally, a deal: the fragile peace in Gaza 23:25

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Donald Trump has brokered an agreement between Israel’s government and Hamas. It’s a momentous breakthrough. Our correspondent analyses what comes next. We launch “The Economist Insider”, our new TV show for subscribers, where senior editors debate the news. And, do red-light masks actually work? Jason tries one… Listen to what matters most, from g…

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Liberté, égalité, désordre: chaos in France 21:03

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France’s newly-appointed prime minister has resigned only weeks into the job. Now President Emmanual Macron has given him 48 hours to come up with a plan for next year’s budget. Can Macron survive the turmoil? As driverless taxis take over San Francisco, what will happen to the human drivers? And remembering Jilly Cooper, queen of the bonkbuster Li…

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Movie Reviews -One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 48:58

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Hello Everyone, Review of Movie :One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi Regards Dr.Afshan Hashmi www.afshanhashmi.com www.drafshanhashmi.com https://www.drafshanhashmisradio.com/ Direct descendant of Prophet Abubakr(RA) and thus relative Of Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) The real Ahrari's have emerged Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi is broadcas…

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Man of steel, and aluminium: Carney talks trade with Trump 21:58

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One peace at a time: hopeful Gaza talks 22:54

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As negotiators gather in Egypt, appetite for a short-term peace seems high on all sides. But there is much ambiguity surrounding a lasting accord. In New York, renters fear being evicted far less than they once did—but pity flat-hunters. And remembering Kim Seong Min, a North Korean defector who dedicated his life to getting information back to his…

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The new gerrymandering battles 49:14

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The movement to end gerrymandering is something we've covered on the show several times over the years. Until recently, the conversation focused on independent redistricting commissions formed as a result of grassroots action from voters who felt that gerrymandering led to elected officials who didn't represent the values of the communities they se…

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Chainsaw out of gas? Milei’s experiment wobbles 25:43

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A telling local-election loss, persistent allegations of scandal and an American pledge to prop up the peso: much is chipping away at the experiment of Argentina’s President Javier Milei. Long after the twin troubles of a pandemic and interest-rate rises, America’s commercial-property sector might at last be recovering. And we return to an intervie…

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Truce story: (a sketch of) a Trump-Xi trade deal 27:13

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AWA381 - Did Ancient Soldiers Protect Their Feet? 7:43

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Manhattan transfer: New York’s finance folk flee 21:54

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War-chest X-ray: how to finance Ukraine 21:49

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Bust a vessel: NATO v dark fleets 23:37

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Let Milei this out: Argentina’s midterms surprise 25:14

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The great brawl: China is winning the trade war 23:20

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AWA380 - How Did the Greek Phalanx Keep Its Line? 14:20

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Shutting match: what will break the US federal impasse? 23:06

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Cocaine and able: drug runners innovate 24:16

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Rock and rule: Japan’s first female PM 22:07

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Voices of Gaza: life amid a fragile peace 26:56

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A Republic, if you can teach it 46:04

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AW379 - Commanding an Army in Antiquity 28:31

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Bolt-on charges: Trump's former adviser is indicted 26:04

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Rome run: Meloni’s surprising stamina 22:28

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Aid pro quo: Trump weaponises foreign help 23:32

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Wrong side of the hack: cybercrime grows 21:45

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Out at last: Israeli hostages return 24:11

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The Weekend Intelligence: The trial of Yevgenia Berkovich 43:54

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Dune raider: Saudi is a video-game superpower 19:57

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AWA378 - Did the Persians Really Use Cats at the Battle of Pelusium? 13:02

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Finally, a deal: the fragile peace in Gaza 23:25

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Liberté, égalité, désordre: chaos in France 21:03

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Movie Reviews -One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 48:58

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Man of steel, and aluminium: Carney talks trade with Trump 21:58

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One peace at a time: hopeful Gaza talks 22:54

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The new gerrymandering battles 49:14

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Chainsaw out of gas? Milei’s experiment wobbles 25:43