Machthaber series profiles European political leaders

Politico Europe's Machthaber-Spezial podcast series examines the decision-making processes and political influence of prominent European leaders. The series covers multiple figures including Mette Frederiksen, Giorgia Meloni, Kaja Kallas, Pedro Sánchez, and others through the Berlin Playbook podcast and newsletter.

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