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Fareed Zakaria GPS

Fareed Zakaria GPS

CNN Podcasts 433 Episodes Aug 23, 2026

Fareed Zakaria GPS takes a comprehensive look at foreign affairs and global policies through in-depth, one-on-one interviews and fascinating roundtable discussions.

Episodes

Trump’s Korea Pivot, Chinese AI, Summer of Heat
Trump’s Korea Pivot, Chinese AI, Summer of Heat Aug 23, 2026 2586 Today on the show, Trump cut short military drills between the US and South Korea this week, saying that they sent the wrong signal to the "unthreatening and respectful" North Korea. Fareed asks former NSA official and scholar Victor Cha if Trump is throwing over one longtime US ally to court a rogue state...again? Then, China spends a fraction of what the US does on data centers and lacks the
Trump’s Escape, 5 Years of Taliban Rule, AI Mania
Trump’s Escape, 5 Years of Taliban Rule, AI Mania Aug 16, 2026 2569 Today on the show, President Trump's plane switch after last month's NATO summit was said to be in response to an assassination threat from Iran. It begs the question: How credible are Iran's threats against the president and, more broadly, against the United States? Fareed asks David Sanger of the New York Times. Then, it’s been five years since the US’ tumultuous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Fa
Special Bonus - Introducing: Civilian or Spy
Special Bonus - Introducing: Civilian or Spy Aug 15, 2026 86 When a Russian-born American citizen named Ilya Beloozerov is gunned down by the FBI in 2024, the authorities refuse to say why they’d killed him. CNN’s Isabelle Chapman embarks on a sprawling investigation that takes her from the Mississippi parking lot where he died to Washington, D.C. to unravel the mystery: Why did Ilya abru
Middle East Shakeup; Ukraine’s Air War; Behind the Ceuta Migrant Rush
Middle East Shakeup; Ukraine’s Air War; Behind the Ceuta Migrant Rush Aug 9, 2026 2599 Today on the show, after the destabilizing Iran war and a new NATO-style defense alliance between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey, is the Gulf moving toward a new, post-American order? Fareed speaks with Tarek Masoud, director of the Middle East Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School, and Danny Citrinowicz, former head of the Iran branch of Israel’s military intelligence. Then, Russia's war
How Iranians are Responding to War; Does Iran want a deal?
How Iranians are Responding to War; Does Iran want a deal? Aug 2, 2026 2610 Today on the show, the Iran war seems to be caught between sudden outbursts of fighting and fragile pauses for diplomacy. How are Iranians responding? Fareed asks Abdi Latif Dahir of The New York Times, who just spent 10 days in Iran after he was granted rare access to report on last month’s funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. Then, despite a June memorandum on hostilities, the
Exclusive Interview with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella; Prospects for Democracy in Venezuela
Exclusive Interview with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella; Prospects for Democracy in Venezuela Jul 26, 2026 2559 Today on the show, Fareed speaks with Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, about some of the dangers posed to humans and companies by artificial intelligence, as well as some of its profound benefits, in an exclusive interview. Then, After US forces captured Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro earlier this year, many expected President Donald Trump to install Maduro’s main political opponent—María Co
New Phase in Russia’s War on Ukraine, Israel’s Attempt to Recruit Former Iranian President, The End of Reading?
New Phase in Russia’s War on Ukraine, Israel’s Attempt to Recruit Former Iranian President, The End of Reading? Jul 19, 2026 2593 Today on the show, after Ukraine said it struck more than 100 Russian vessels over nine days in the sea near Russian-held Crimea, Fareed speaks with Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar about how this new phase of the conflict could finally be provoking a reckoning in Russia. Next, Fareed talks to Mark Mazzetti, a New York Times reporter who helped break an astonishing report that Israel worked to gr
Europe After NATO, Rahm Emanuel on Israel, and Syria’s Uncertain Future
Europe After NATO, Rahm Emanuel on Israel, and Syria’s Uncertain Future Jul 12, 2026 2582 Fareed examines Europe’s response to this week’s NATO summit and the future of the transatlantic alliance with Jeppe Kofod and Frans Timmermans. Rahm Emanuel discusses rethinking US support for Israel, his proposed "23-state solution," and 2028 presidential speculation. The program concludes with an update on Syria following explosions during French President Macron’s landmark visit to Damascus.
Ken Burns on 250 years since the Declaration of Independence; The economics of the AI revolution; How the war with Iran fundamentally reshaped the Middle East
Ken Burns on 250 years since the Declaration of Independence; The economics of the AI revolution; How the war with Iran fundamentally reshaped the Middle East Jul 5, 2026 2576 Today from the Aspen Ideas Festival, Fareed is joined by Ken Burns, legendary documentary filmmaker to discuss the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and what we can learn from it today. Next, is AI a bubble? Fareed speaks with Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, about whether tech companies are overvalued, how to power the AI revolution, and how to close the stark weal
Navigating Global Challenges: From Political Shifts to Space Exploration
Navigating Global Challenges: From Political Shifts to Space Exploration Jun 28, 2026 2597 Join me at the Aspen Ideas Festival where I dive deep into the future of liberalism, Iran negotiations, and space colonization. From debates on socialism to Elon Musk's moon factory dreams, don't miss out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Navigating Global Challenges: AI, Oil, and Political Dynamics
Navigating Global Challenges: AI, Oil, and Political Dynamics Jun 21, 2026 2601 From AI regulation battles to the strategic allure of Greenland. Dive deep with Fareed Zakaria and expert guests as they unpack these fascinating global issues and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
US and Iran Close in on a Deal; SpaceX’s Grand Ambitions; The AI Job Panic
US and Iran Close in on a Deal; SpaceX’s Grand Ambitions; The AI Job Panic Jun 14, 2026 2569 Today on the program, as the US and Iran appear to be closer to an agreement to end the war, Fareed speaks with Karim Sadjadpour, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and Ian Bremmer, president of the Eurasia Group. Next, Elon Musk's rocket company SpaceX became the largest IPO ever this week. The company has ambitious goals for space exploration — are they reali

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