Berlin Playbook podcast turns to Marine Le Pen in 'Machthaber' special

The latest edition of Politico Europe's Berlin Playbook podcast focuses on Marine Le Pen in its recurring 'Machthaber' special, which examines the most powerful and controversial politicians of our time. The episode promises insights into her thinking and decision-making.

According to the show's description, each 'Machthaber' segment profiles a single politician and offers a look behind the scenes of power. The aim is to understand how political figures think, decide, and what their actions mean for ordinary people. Marine Le Pen is the subject of this latest installment.

The podcast, hosted by Gordon Repinski and the POLITICO team, is published every morning at 5 a.m. It is billed as a compact, international and analytical audio format for staying on top of politics. In addition, the Berlin Playbook newsletter offers a free daily briefing with key topics and context for political professionals.

The episode continues the series' focus on powerful and divisive personalities, giving listeners a closer look at one of today's most closely watched politicians.