Ursula von der Leyen
Mentioned in 19 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
European Commission President who has been a prominent voice on major geopolitical and trade issues in 2026. Podcasts have covered her diplomatic efforts, including calls for Iranian democratic reform, concerns about U.S.-Iran escalation, support for Ukraine, and her role in negotiating a significant EU-India trade agreement. She represents the EU's leadership position on international affairs ranging from human rights advocacy to strategic economic partnerships.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Briefing with Albert Mohler · May 18, 2026
Monday, May 18, 2026
“Quoted warning about teen social media harms including depression, anxiety, and suicide”
Squawk Pod · May 8, 2026
“Weapons of Mass Disruption” with NYT’s Tom Friedman 5/8/26
“Held productive call with Trump on EU-U.S. trade agreement; committed to implementing trade deals”
The LRB Podcast · May 7, 2026
On Politics: The Fall of Orbán, the Rise of Magyar
“EU leader featured on Orbán's campaign posters as enemy figure, now welcoming Magyar's victory”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · May 6, 2026
Furious World Leaders Checkmate Trump and Force Surrender!!!
“Participated in European Political Community Summit and European defense coordination”
Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition · May 6, 2026
Trump Halts Hormuz Effort, Anthropic Targets Wall St, Germany’s Power Struggle
“Stated EU commitment to trade deal with US and readiness for every scenario amid Trump's tariff threats on autos.”
Newshour · Apr 13, 2026
Hungary election: Viktor Orbán ousted after 16 years in power
“Expressed support for Peter Magyar's victory on behalf of EU leadership”
Global News Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Pope: 'I will not debate war with Trump'
“Congratulates Hungary on choosing Europe after Mojoel's election victory over Orbán”
Morning Joe · Apr 13, 2026
‘I have no fear of the Trump administration’: Pope Leo reacts to Trump’s criticism
“Posted on social media celebrating Hungary's election result: 'Hungary has chosen Europe'”
Global News Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Péter Magyar wins the Hungarian election by a landslide
“Congratulated Péter Magyar on behalf of the European Union”
NPR News Now · Mar 2, 2026
NPR News: 03-01-2026 7PM EST
“European Commission President called on Iran to abandon authoritarian constitution and transition to democracy”
Morning Wire · Feb 28, 2026
BREAKING: U.S. Launches Operation Epic Fury On Iran | 2.28.26
“EU head who called Operation Epic Fury greatly concerning and urged de-escalation”
Newshour · Feb 24, 2026
Ukrainians reflect on four years of war
“European Commission President visiting Kyiv to show solidarity and commit European support for Ukrainian independence”
Interesting Times with Ross Douthat · Feb 19, 2026
Welcome to the Indian Century
“European Commission President who described India-EU trade deal as 'mother of all trade deals'”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Feb 4, 2026
#2448 - Andrew Doyle
“Unelected EU Commission head promoting 'pre-bunking' (censorship) of misinformation across European member states”
Economist Podcasts · Feb 2, 2026
Survival Modi: Indian PM’s fortunes revive
“EU Commission President who announced major trade deal with India”
El Orden Mundial · Feb 1, 2026
El Orden Mundial: Acuerdos comerciales, alianzas y soberanía digital: Europa pone en marcha su estrategia para distanciarse del EEUU de Trump
“European Union president who announced the EU-India trade agreement, calling it 'the mother of all agreements' creating a 2 billion-person market”
The Journal. · Jan 20, 2026
How Far Will Trump Go to Get Greenland?
“President of European Commission stating Greenland's sovereignty is non-negotiable”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Jan 16, 2026
Eva Vlaardingerbroek Speaks Out After Being Banned From the UK
“EU Commission President cited as following coordinated European leadership playbook on migration and border erosion”
DarkHorse Podcast · Dec 14, 2025
Bret Weinstein Talks with Carl Benjamin About Nick Fuentes
“Unelected EU leader criticized for lecturing on democracy while lacking free speech protections in own jurisdiction”