# The Taliban's rule over Afghanistan is starting to crack

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Podcast: [Global Roaming with Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-roaming-with-geraldine-doogue-and-hamish-macdonald-6755533)
Published: 2026-08-24T01:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/global-roaming/the-taliban-s-rule-over-afghanistan-is-starting-to-crack/106997410
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Duration seconds: 1744

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As rebel forces grow in strength, and tensions rise their once-friendly neighbour Pakistan, how long can the Taliban rule? The Australian's Asia-Pacific correspondent Amanda Hodge joins Geraldine Doogue and Hamish Macdonald to assess the Taliban's record in the 5 years since the last U.S. troop left Afghanistan. Plus, a so-called 'super El Niño' weather pattern is on its way. In Australia it's likely to bring dry conditions and a higher risk of fire, but across South-East Asia, the effects could be even more catastrophic. What are the consequences of weather that could serious slow or even reverse the explosive economic growth in the region? And a running club in Bali has come under fire for prioritising digital nomads and ex-pats over Indonesian residents, reviving debate on Indonesian's colonial past, and how to balance Bali's status as a tourist destination with the dignity of the local citizens. Plus, Amanda, Geraldine, and Hamish share what they've been reading and watching recently. Guest: Amanda Hodge, Asia-Pacific corresondent with The Australian Recommendations: Amanda – Joe Strummer and the Legend of The Clash by Kris Needs Geraldine – Greg Bearup's article on the death of Kumantjayi Tjapaltjarri Hamish - Tampa: The Turning Point available on ABC iview Get in touch: We'd love to hear from you! Email us at global.roaming@abc.net.au

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