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★★★★☆

4.2

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32 reviews

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The Heat delves into one big news story every episode and breaks down how these stories impact people like you. We are talking to experts and journalists from around the world with the goal of bringing your perspectives based on first-hand accounts. The Heat is a production of CGTN America and is recorded in Washington, D.C.

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The Heat: Middle East Conflict | Another round of war?

2026/10/07

Seven months into the US-Iran war, diplomacy remains uncertain and tensions continue around the Strait of Hormuz. And in the occupied West Bank, Palestinians are facing a surge in settler attacks, land seizures and violence. #US #Iran #Hormuz #Heat

Interview with UN Economic & Social Affairs chief Li Junhua

2026/10/02

In today’s interconnected world, countries are navigating conflict, economic uncertainty, humanitarian pressures and uncharted challenges. We spoke with the UN’s Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs, Li Junhua, about some of the challenges facing countries in the Global South and beyond. #UN #GlobalSouth #SustainableDevelopment #Heat

Interview with UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad

2026/10/01

From the global economy, to war and the future of multilateralism, the world faces enormous challenges. Pakistan's Foreign Secretary-designate Asim Iftikhar Ahmad discusses Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts, the Iran conflict and relations with China. #UN #Pakistan #Iran #China #Heat

Interview with Thongsavan Phomvihane | Laos Deputy PM & FM

2026/10/01

Laos Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane discusses his country’s development as the Southeast Asian nation prepares to graduate from the UN's least-developed-country category and seeks a stronger international voice. #UN #Laos #Heat

Interview with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty

2026/10/01

The ceasefire in Gaza remains fragile as fighting continues and Israel maintains control over large parts of the territory. Egypt has been at the center of efforts to secure a lasting agreement, and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discusses the path to sustainable peace in the region. #Egypt #Gaza #MiddleEast #Heat

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4.2 out of 5

32 reviews

★★★★★

Durkaset02 2020/07/24

Alternative viewpoint to Western perspective

Their podcasts are thoughtful. The points of view heard here are not reflected in Western media. Also, the length is short — between 20 and 20 minute...

★★★★★

Surrealdetective 2020/04/23

Worldy, Insightful, and Focused on Everyday Experiences

Consistently insightful coverage of world events that apply to both Americans and Chinese. I really appreciate The Heat's approach: they get both deep...

★★★★★

YoshiBoerlo 2019/11/27

Refreshing

Solid, thoughtful interviews that go deep.

★★★★★

Niceguyappreviewer 2019/11/19

Great insights

Great insights! Will certainly keep listening!

★☆☆☆☆

TJDetroit 2019/09/28

So unbiased I only want to take down trump half as much

If this is someone’s idea of “perspectives you won’t find from mainstream media “ they must live in a cave. It’s embarrassing when clear leftist hac...

★☆☆☆☆

CupChampsx5 2019/09/03

Echo chamber

Americans want more authenticity in their politics, true. They then claim Robert Francis and Warren are connecting with the American people because of...

★★★★★

ikoshag 2019/05/18

Excellent

Great interviews and perspectives that you don't hear in mainstream media.

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