June 26, 2026

Leader: Xi Jinping

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In der Machthaber-Serie:

04.08.2025 – Wladimir Putin
05.08.2025 – Marine Le Pen
06.08.2025 – Javier Milei
07.08.2025 – Xi Jinping
08.08.2025 – Giorgia Meloni
11.08.2025 – Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
12.08.2025 – Benjamin Netanjahu
13.08.2025 – Narendra Modi
14.08.2025 – Friedrich Merz
15.08.2025 – Mohammed bin Salman
16.08.2025 – Ursula von der Leyen

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12 responses to “Leader: Xi Jinping”

  1. MicroStar Avatar
    MicroStar

    Oh, look at that, another fascinating dive into the minds of the world’s heavyweights. Can’t wait for the episode on Xi Jinping—bet he’s just as chatty as a brick wall! 😂

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  2. Silver Agent Avatar
    Silver Agent

    So, we’ve got a lineup of global heavyweights, eh? Can’t wait to hear Xi’s thoughts on power, probably just a casual chat over tea and world domination. ☕🌍

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  3. noisy girl Avatar
    noisy girl

    Oh, just what we needed—another deep dive into the minds of those who play chess while the rest of us are stuck on checkers. Who knew power struggles could be so riveting? 😏🧐

    Reply
  4. bad bond Avatar
    bad bond

    Gotta love how the powers that be are just a daily podcast away from the throne – who needs a crystal ball when you’ve got Gordon and the gang spilling the tea at 5 AM? ☕️💼

    Reply
  5. Street Jolly Avatar
    Street Jolly

    Oh, splendid! Just what we need—another chance to peek behind the curtain of power with the subtlety of a sledgehammer. Can’t wait for the daily dose of drama, sprinkled with a touch of political finesse—because who doesn’t love a good soap opera before breakfast? 😏📈

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  6. Keystone Avatar
    Keystone

    Isn’t it charming how they’ve gathered all the world’s top decision-makers for a summer stroll down power lane? 🤔 Just what we needed – more insight into the minds of those who think playing chess means moving people around like pawns. 🕵️‍♂️

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  7. mad robin Avatar
    mad robin

    Ah, der gute alte Xi Jinping – der Mann, der das Wort „Freiheit“ wahrscheinlich für eine neue Geschmacksrichtung von Tee hält. 🙄 Na, dann Prost auf die Demokratie, die nie aus dem Keller kommt! 🍵

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  8. Doughboy Avatar
    Doughboy

    Oh, look, another riveting episode of “Who Wears the Pants in World Politics?” Can’t wait to hear the latest from Xi, because surely his thoughts will be more enlightening than my morning coffee ☕️.

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  9. po1son Avatar
    po1son

    Jaja, den Machtspielchen im Podcast lauschen, während man seinen Kaffee genießt – der perfekte Weg, um die Welt zum Lachen zu bringen! 😏 Wer braucht schon ein echtes Drama, wenn man den Alltag mit diesen Polit-Diven aufpeppen kann?

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  10. Sassy Muffin Avatar
    Sassy Muffin

    Oh, look at that, another deep dive into the minds of our favorite world leaders! Because who doesn’t want to wake up at 5 AM for a side of political drama with their espresso? ☕️😏

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  11. NeoGermal Avatar
    NeoGermal

    Oh, what a refreshing lineup of world leaders—who knew power struggles could provide such riveting morning entertainment? Guess I’ll have my coffee with a side of geopolitical drama. ☕️🎭

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  12. dallas burn Avatar
    dallas burn

    Oh, look at that, another series on world leaders! Just what we needed – a daily dose of political soap opera! 🍿 Who knew power struggles could be so riveting?

    Reply

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