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Ten Minutes On...
What to know what's going on? Ten Minutes On... offers context and a concise analysis of major events and news stories from Guy Burton, a politics and international relations scholar.
Guy draws on his knowledge and experience as a politics and international relations researcher, writer, educator and commentator while working in several universities around the world.
Episodes
56 episodes
Ten Minutes On... Rare Earths, China and the Global Supply Squeeze
Last Thursday, the United States and China reached a new trade agreement, lifting export restrictions on rare earth materials. In this episode of Ten Minutes On..., host Guy Burton takes a step back from the immediate headlines to expl...
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Episode 41
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Ten Minutes On... Nuclear Nominations, Nuclear Strikes and Diplomatic Farce
In this episode of Ten Minutes On, we unpack Pakistan’s surprising decision to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize — on the very same day he ordered airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.Join us as we explore the ...
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Episode 40
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11:59
Ten Minutes On... The Israel-Iran War
After Israel launched airstrikes on Iran and Iran hit back, we've now observed nearly a week of war between the two. But why did this happen and what are the consequences for both Israel and Iran, as well as other major actors like the US, othe...
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Episode 39
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11:25
Ten Minutes On... The Fragile State of the Global Economy
In this episode of Ten Minutes On…, we explore the shifting landscape of the global economy in 2025. From renewed US-China trade talks and China’s rare earth export controls to signs of deflation in Beijing and cautious optimism from c...
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Episode 38
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9:25
Ten Minutes On... America, Iran, and the Nuclear Deja Vu
In this week’s episode of Ten Minutes On..., we explore the eerie déjà vu of U.S. policy towards Iran’s nuclear programme. From the Obama-era JCPOA to Trump’s dramatic withdrawal and back again to something suspiciously similar—what ex...
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Episode 37
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12:56
Ten Minutes On... Latin America's Challenges and the Rise of the Right
In this week’s episode of Ten Minutes On, we take a closer look at the growing political unrest and economic crisis in Argentina, where President Javier Milei’s austerity measures have triggered widespread protests....
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Episode 36
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9:47
Ten Minutes On... The Middle East After Trump's Visit
Last week US President Donald Trump's visit to the Gulf region - Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE. What does this mean for those countries as well as other regional states like Turkey, Israel and Iran, as well as for other, outside powers like C...
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Episode 35
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17:15
Ten Minutes On... What Next for Turkey's Kurds?
On Monday the militant Kurdish group the PKK announced that it would dissolve itself, supposedly bringing an end to its 40-year armed struggle against Turkey. What has been the reaction to that announcement and what are the prospects for a bett...
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Episode 34
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11:13
Ten Minutes On... The India-Pakistan Stand-Off
Last week the prospects of war between India and Pakistan rose, following the murder of 26 Indian tourists by Islamist militants in Kashmir two weeks ago. In this episode, Guy looks at what military action might look like, what outside actors l...
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Episode 33
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10:53
Ten Minutes On... A New Pope
Following Pope Francis's death and funeral, attention is now turning to who will succeed him at the conclave scheduled for 7 May. But as Guy points out, that's not how those in the Vatican are approaching this. He points out the importance of t...
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Episode 32
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13:59
Ten Minutes On... Ukraine and a Fractured West
This week Guy looks at the differences that exist between the US and Europe - not just between the leaderships on Ukraine, but beyond them to other issues like NATO and tariffs as well as in terms of public sentiment. Guy looks at some of the r...
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Episode 31
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16:07
Ten Minutes On... What Can Developing Countries Do About Trump's Tariffs?
This week, Guy explores the pros and cons of tariffs, exploring the conflicting motivations behind US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose them last week. He also examines the options available to smaller, more vulnerable developing coun...
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Episode 30
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Ten Minutes On... Myanmar's Conflict and Earthquake Crisis
Last week Myanmar experienced a 7.7 magniture earthquake which has so far killed 2000 people. This is a natural disaster which is taking place in a country wracked by war. In this week's episode Guy looks at the state of the conflict in Myanmar...
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Episode 29
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13:07
Ten Minutes On... Holding Interest Rates Steady For Now
Last week, several central banks chose to hold interest rates steady, reflecting broader uncertainty about both domestic and global economic conditions. While central bankers have signaled their intention to cut rates later this year, Guy notes...
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Episode 28
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10:08
Ten Minutes On... Peace Between Armenia and Azerbaijan?
Last week Armenia and Azerbaijan looked close to signing a peace agreement and which would put an end to a conflict that has persisted for 40 years. But while a resolution to conflict is welcome, what is the cost? To answer this, Guy uncovers t...
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Episode 27
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12:45
Ten Minutes On... Five Years After COVID
March 11 marks the fifth anniversary that the World Health Organisation declared the COVID-19 coronavirus a global pandemic. Guy takes a look at what happened in the months and years that followed that announcement and whether or not this led t...
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Episode 26
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Ten Minutes On... Europe's Future
This week Guy reflects on the fallout from the Americans' abandonment of Ukraine and European leaders' realisation they need to step up in terms of their own defence. Guy explores the difficulty of Europeans becoming fully independent of the US...
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Episode 25
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11:12
Ten Minutes On... Trump's Foreign Policy
One month into Donald Trump’s second term, his foreign policy approach is becoming clear—driven by raw power and unilateralism. From tariff threats to criticism of Europe and Ukraine, and even suggestions of force to seize Greenland and t...
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Episode 24
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16:21
Ten Minutes On... That Private Sector Meeting in Beijing and China's Middle Income Trap
On Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with private sector entrepreneurs in an effort to boost confidence and chart a way forward in the wake of U.S. tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. Among those present was Alibaba founder...
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Episode 23
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10:50
Ten Minutes On... Climate Change Plan Delays and the Road Ahead
This week, several major players failed to submit their latest mitigation and adaptation plans by the UN's COP30 deadline, scheduled for November in Brazil. This development comes on the heels of President Donald Trump’s second decision to with...
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Episode 22
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15:35
Ten Minutes On... The Coming Tariff War
With incoming US President Donald Trump threatening tariffs on both rivals like China as well as American partners like Canada and Mexico, what does it all mean? Why is he doing this and what may be the likely consequences? And can the US come ...
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Episode 21
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12:51
Ten Minutes On... M23's Takeover of Goma and the Crisis in Eastern DR Congo
On Monday, the rebel group M23 announced it had seized Goma, the largest city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Since reigniting its armed campaign in 2022, M23 has displaced over 3 million people, including 400,000 in January 2025...
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Episode 20
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11:29
Ten Minutes On... Growing Grievances and Institutional Distrust
On Monday Reuters reported the headline grabbing figure of 60% surveyed for the the Edelman Trust Barometer survey could justify the use of violence to bring about change. Digging deeper, Guy finds that the survey reveals growing public frustra...
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Episode 19
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12:38
Ten Minutes On... Responding to Wildfires in California and Elsewhere
In this week's episode we look beyond the current wildfires taking place in California over the past week to look at the broader themes and challenges associated with them and other extreme weather events, from their increasing frequency and in...
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Episode 18
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8:13
Ten Minutes On... Why Are Some Voices Heard and Not Others?
In the first episode of the year, Guy examines Elon Musk's controversial commentary on British politics over the New Year. Why do we give figures like Musk so much attention despite their apparent ignorance? Drawing on insights from his holiday...
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Episode 17
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