A new show about politics, modern history and international relations presented by Tom Switzer. Tom Switzer is a journalist and broadcaster who has been a prolific commentator on politics and international affairs. His writing and commentary have appeared in outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The Australian, and across ABC and Sky News, where he has been a regular presenter and panellist. For 30 years, since 1995, he has worked at the Washington-based American Enterprise Institute, the Australian Financial Review, The Australian, the London-based Spectator magazine, and the Sydney-based Centre for Independent Studies, which he headed from 2017 to 2025. He is the host of Switzerland, a long-form interview series exploring global politics, modern history, and the ideas shaping the world.
The Iranian regime demonstrates significant tenacity in the face of severe economic pressure and sanctions, suggesting that the government is not on the brink of collapse. While the current conflict imposes immense costs on the population, the regime views the struggle as existential, contrasting with the American pers...
The podcast explores the strategic competition between the United States and China, questioning whether China has gained an advantage. Kishore Mahbubani argues that China's position has grown stronger, especially in manufacturing, while countries are becoming more autonomous and carefully recalculating their national i...
The podcast explores the implications of President Trump's actions in Venezuela, specifically the removal of Nicolas Maduro, and whether this will lead to genuine regime change or a transactional agreement focused on oil. John Bolton argues for a complete democratic transition, emphasizing the need to counter the influ...
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