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Presenting Global Insider: Colombian President Iván Duque on protests, vaccines & Bezos

Presenting Global Insider: Colombian President Iván Duque on protests, vaccines & Bezos | Speevr

On this special presentation of POLITICO’s new podcast Global Insider,
host Ryan Heath sits down with Colombia’s leader Iván Duque.
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Ryan Heath is the author of Global Insider, POLITICO’s global newsletter
and podcast, and previously authored POLITICO’s U.N. Playbook, Brussels
Playbook, and Davos Playbook. Ryan moderated the first presidential
debate of the 2019 EU election, as part of a five-year stint in the
POLITICO’s European leadership team. He appears on CNN, NBC and BBC and
is the author of two books on politics. Prior to POLITICO, Ryan wrote
for the Sydney Morning Herald in Australia, and worked for the European
Commission in Brussels as a presidential speechwriter and later as the
Commission’s spokesperson for digital issues.

Olivia Reingold is the producer of Global Insider.

Irene Noguchi is the Executive Producer of POLITICO Audio and edits
Global Insider.

FDA cracks down on vaping

FDA cracks down on vaping | Speevr

Federal regulators are ordering millions of e-cigarette products off the
market. POLITICO’s Katherine Foley breaks down how the move is reshaping
the vaping industry. Plus, Biden picks up the tab for Florida school
leaders fined by Gov. DeSantis. And the House sinks an effort to pull
troops from Syria.
Katherine Foley covers the FDA and tobacco products for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: Vape makers struggle to stay in business after FDA bans
flavored e-cigs
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Where is Xavier Becerra?

Where is Xavier Becerra? | Speevr

The HHS Secretary is staying out of the spotlight and away from major
Covid decisions. POLITICO’s Adam Canryn reports. Plus, the Fed signals
that it plans to pull back economic support. And Biden commits to
communication with France.
Read more: Becerra takes a back seat while others steer Covid response
Women Rule: Ending Sexual Assault in the Military
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Ds and Rs agree: We hate Biden’s migration policy

Ds and Rs agree: We hate Biden’s migration policy | Speevr

Bipartisanship? POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez explains why both sides of
the aisle are mad at Biden for his handling of the Southern Border.
Plus, Rep. Adam Schiff says the panel investigating the Jan. 6
insurrection is preparing to issue subpoenas. And the Justice Department
plus several states sue to block a joint venture between American
Airlines and JetBlue.
Sabrina Rodriguez is a national political correspondent for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: It’s not just Republicans. Everyone’s mad at Biden over
migration.
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The unlikely story of Germany’s election

The unlikely story of Germany’s election | Speevr

Earlier this year, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservative party was
poised to hold onto power even after its leader stepped down. But now,
the uncharismatic head of the rival Social Democrats is on track to win
an upcoming national election. POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent
Matt Karnitschnig reports. Plus, manufacturers urge the Biden
administration to drop its push to waive intellectual property
protections for Covid vaccines. And the White House buys at least 60
million over-the-counter Covid-19 test kits.
Matt Karnitschnig is POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: SPD in pole position as German campaign enters final week
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Battle of the boosters

Battle of the boosters | Speevr

POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner gives an inside look at the contentious debate
among federal health officials over booster shots. Plus, Mississippi
Gov. Tate Reeves argues against Biden’s vaccine mandate. And French
President Macron is set to speak with Biden in the ‘next few days’ amid
diplomatic tensions.
Lauren Gardner is an FDA reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: Confusion over Biden’s booster plan riles governors
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Inside the global race to dominate tech

Inside the global race to dominate tech | Speevr

It’s a three-way race between the US, China and the EU — and the final
result could reshape our lives. Global Insider host Ryan Heath reports.
Plus, a judge blocks Biden from using a Trump-era public health order to
expel migrant families. And Obama endorses Trudeau (again).
Ryan Heath is the host of POLITICO’s Global Insider podcast.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
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Ron DeSantis’ flirtation with anti-vaxxers

Ron DeSantis’ flirtation with anti-vaxxers | Speevr

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t anti-vaccine. But he has started
standing beside those who are. POLITICO’s Gary Fineout reports. Plus,
Moderna says new data supports its booster shot. And Sen. Klobuchar says
she’s confident Congress can pass legislation targeting tech giants.
Gary Fineout is a reporter for POLITICO  Florida.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: DeSantis flirts with the anti-vaccine crowd
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A kick in the Fed

A kick in the Fed | Speevr

A group of progressive lawmakers is calling for President Biden to ditch
Jerome Powell and nominate a new Federal Reserve Chair. POLITICO’s
Victoria Guida reports. Plus, the Treasury plans to release more rental
assistance funds to prevent evictions. And the Justice Department
announces a ban on no-knock entries and chokeholds.
Victoria Guida covers economic policy for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: Trump shattered tradition on Fed chair. Some Dems want Biden
to do the same.
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Lessons from Las Vegas’ reopening

Lessons from Las Vegas’ reopening | Speevr

Las Vegas tried to reopen without widespread vaccination, but those
plans crashed into reality. Will things be different this time?
POLITICO’s Megan Cassella reports. Plus, Homeland Security chief of
staff Karen Olick abruptly resigns. And Secretary of State Antony
Blinken defends Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal before Congress.
Megan Cassella is an economic policy reporter for POLITICO.
Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.
Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.
Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.
Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.
Read more: Vaccine Mandates Crash Into America’s ‘Don’t Tell Me What To
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