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| One Decision | |
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| Presentation | |
| Hosted by | Christina Ruffini |
| Language | English |
| Updates | Weekly |
| Length | 25–45 minutes |
| Production | |
| Production | Listen Now Media LLC |
| Publication | |
| Original release | September 2, 2021 |
| Provider | Situation Room Studios |
| Related | |
| Website | www |
One Decision is a multimedia project covering international-affairs which includes a podcast, articles, and live streams. It is produced by Listen Now Media.
Hosted by Christina Ruffini, the series regularly features senior intelligence and policy figures—including former MI6 chief Richard Dearlove and former CIA director Leon Panetta—to explore how "one decision" can shape global events.
In addition to long-form interviews, One Decision publishes concise briefings, expert analyses, and video shorts across security, diplomacy, politics, economics, and climate.
Content offerings
[edit]Podcast
[edit]- 1-D Briefing: 5–10-minute updates on current geopolitical developments.
- Full Interview: 25–45-minute in-depth conversations with leaders and experts.
- Fireside Talks: informal discussions on thematic issues.
- 1-D Snapshot: single-topic explainers (3–5 minutes).
Written analysis
[edit]Organized into verticals:
- Security: threat assessments, critical intelligence, risk reviews.
- Diplomacy: ambassador insights, peace-process briefs, global dialogues.
- Politics: domestic and international policy commentary, governance analysis.
- Economics: market movers, investment outlooks, macroeconomic reviews.
- Climate: sustainability updates, climate-watch reports, green technology features.
Video and live streams
[edit]- Watch section: short video highlights and event coverage.
- Live updates: real-time broadcasts of breaking developments.
Background
[edit]The series premiered in September 2021. A GlobeNewswire press release described its aim of bringing “the world’s most difficult decisions” into public view.[1] In July 2022, Business Insider noted Dearlove’s prediction that Nikolai Patrushev would replace Vladimir Putin if Putin fell ill, illustrating the show’s blend of journalism and insider intelligence.[2]
Format
[edit]Episodes run 25–45 minutes. They begin with a “1-D Briefing” of recent geopolitical developments, followed by an in-depth interview. Recurring topics include security, diplomacy, economics, climate and technology.
Production and distribution
[edit]The series is recorded primarily in Washington, D.C., and London for Situation Room Studios.[3] Its RSS feed is hosted on Megaphone, with download analytics provided by Chartable.[4]
Notable guests
[edit]- Richard Dearlove, former chief of MI6[5]
- Leon Panetta, former CIA Director and U.S. Secretary of Defense[6]
- Marco Rubio, U.S. Senator on China and Ukraine policies[7]
- Sir Michael Fallon, former UK Defence Secretary[8]
- Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, former President of Croatia[9]
- Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative from California[10]
- Tim Burchett, U.S. Representative from Tennessee[11]
Live events
[edit]In February 2025, the podcast co-hosted an official side event at the Munich Security Conference in partnership with Deutsche Welle.[12]
Reception
[edit]- The Guardian reported a Senator’s warning—aired on One Decision—that Trump might pursue a joint Russia-Ukraine mineral deal.[13]
- The Guardian also covered Panetta’s comment that Trump would give Israel a “blank check” in a second term.[14]
- Politico’s London Playbook and Brussels Playbook both listed One Decision as a “must-listen” for diplomacy coverage.[15][16]
References
[edit]- ^ "New Podcast on the World's Most Difficult Decisions with the Former Head of MI6" (Press release). GlobeNewswire. 9 September 2021. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ McCarthy, Justin (28 July 2022). "Experts predict Nikolai Patrushev would replace Putin if he falls ill, says former MI6 chief". Business Insider. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Podcast Production — Situation Room Studios". Situation Room Studios. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "One Decision Podcast". Podnews. 20 February 2025. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Ex-CIA & MI6 heads on what Israel does next". Apple Podcasts. 2 October 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Ex-CIA & MI6 heads on what Israel does next". Apple Podcasts. 2 October 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "China, Ukraine: Senator Marco Rubio on where the U.S. is headed". Apple Podcasts. 26 January 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Ex-UK Defence Secretary warns wars converging". Apple Podcasts. 17 October 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Did Putin have a soft spot for this president?". Apple Podcasts. 5 September 2023. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Liberal Congressional Leader on Biden's strategic mistake". Apple Podcasts. 8 March 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Ex-Spy Chief and U.S. Lawmaker discuss Trump's foreign policy". Apple Podcasts. 24 April 2025. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "DW Berlin Briefing × One Decision Podcast – Official MSC side event". Munich Security Conference. 14 February 2025. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ Hopkins, James (26 February 2025). "Top Democrat says Trump may seek mineral deal with both Russia and Ukraine". The Guardian. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ Stewart, Heather (7 November 2024). "Trump will give Israel 'blank check' which may mean all-out war with Iran, says ex-CIA chief". The Guardian. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "London Playbook: Crossover — Next week in COVID — Alok-ed in". Politico EU. 10 September 2021. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
- ^ "Brussels Playbook: Northern Ireland proposals — Transatlantic troubles — Party time!". Politico EU. 9 September 2021. Retrieved 29 April 2025.
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