Long Story Short

Long Story Short is Europod's new daily podcast. Host Evi Kiorri breaks down one news story shaping Europe at a time, in just under five minutes, cutting through the noise and bringing you the facts, the context, and what it all means. Whether you’re on your lunch break, grabbing a coffee, or just catching your breath, Long Story Short is your new go-to for staying in the know. Starting January 6th 2025, episodes of Long Story Short will drop by 12.30 PM CET, from Monday to Friday. Long Story Short is produced by Europod in partnership with the Sphera Network.
21 January 2025
min

Europe’s new challenges: defense, energy, and trade with Trump’s return

In today’s episode of Long Story Short, we explore how President Donald Trump’s return to the global stage shakes Europe’s delicate balance. From his bold calls...

20 January 2025
min

Over 100 Slovak psychiatrists urge Fico to change or exit politics

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is facing sharp criticism from 155 mental health professionals, who’ve signed an open letter accusing him of authoritarian tendencies, divisive rhetoric,...

17 January 2025
min

Polish prosecutors ask to lift immunity to charge former PM Morawiecki

Former Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki is under fire for his pandemic-era push for a mail-in election that cost millions and broke the rules. In today’s...

16 January 2025
min

France’s no-confidence vote: Bayrou struggles to tackle €53B deficit

Today on Long Story Short, we focus on the political drama unfolding in France as Prime Minister François Bayrou faces a no-confidence vote in parliament. With...

15 January 2025
min

Ceasefire in Gaza: hope or illusion as Europe watches

In today’s episode of Long Story Short, we look into the potential ceasefire in Gaza and the high-stakes negotiations surrounding the release of Israeli hostages. With...

14 January 2025
min

Europe’s toxic crisis: Plastics industry lobbying to shield ‘forever chemicals’

Forever chemicals, the toxic, indestructible substances hiding in our everyday lives are threatening Europe’s environment and public health. From their staggering cleanup costs to the plastics...

13 January 2025
min

Croatia’s Milanović wins big: EU critics take charge… again

Zoran Milanović has been re-elected as Croatia’s president in a landslide victory, but what does this mean for Croatia and Europe? Join Evi Kiorri as she...

10 January 2025
min

Musk’s bizarre livestream with AfD’s Weidel, EU’s DSA and Martians fantasies

Elon Musk had a chaotic livestream with Alice Weidel, co-chair of Germany’s far-right AfD party, ahead of Germany’s 2025 election. From awkward moments to bizarre claims...

9 January 2025
min

Cecilia Sala freed, Meloni’s diplomatic triumph

Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has returned home being arrested in Tehran on December 19, Sala’s harrowing 3-week detention in the notorious Evin prison took a surprising...

8 January 2025
min

What makes Greenland so important for Trump and for Europe?

Greenland, a remote island with a population of just 60,000, has become the unexpected focus of a global power struggle. U.S. President Donald Trump’s audacious idea...

7 January 2025
min

Austria’s far-right politics, Musk’s meddling, and the EU’s silence

Austria is on the brink of a historic political shift as the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) positions itself to lead the government. Meanwhile, Elon Musk stirs...

6 January 2025
min

Ukraine war deepens EU’s energy crisis

On our very first episode of the Long Story Short, we dive into the critical crossroads of 2025, where Ukraine’s fight for freedom meets Europe’s energy...

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