World News Weekly

World News Weekly

Podcast: World News Weekly – An SBS World News Podcast
Hosts: Claudia Farhart and Catriona Stirrat
Category: News & Current Affairs
Sub-Category: News Commentary, Politics
First Episode: 2025

Go beyond the news headlines with World News Weekly, the SBS News podcast that unpacks the most important global news, political developments, and international affairs every Friday. Hosted by Claudia Farhart and Catriona Stirrat, this fast-paced, insightful news podcast delivers the latest world events and key global news headlines from the past seven days, in a concise, bite-sized chunk of insightful chat. From Russia, to the Philippines to Burkina Faso, we go beyond the news headlines, offering expert analysis on geopolitics, diplomacy, and global developments—from elections to economic shifts, conflicts to scientific breakthroughs. Whether you’re following Australia news, Asia-Pacific news affairs, or major global news stories, this news podcast offers context and clarity on why they matter to you. Why Listen? Latest world news and political news updates, delivered weekly. Beyond the news headlines, expert insights into global affairs. International analysis from leading SBS journalists and correspondents. Quick, engaging, and easy to follow – episodes every Friday.

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