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Julie Ray joins the podcast to discuss the latest findings of Gallup's annual Rating World Leaders report. Later, Jay Loschky discusses leadership approval ratings for Iran and Saudi Arabia as tensions between the two countries thaw.

Globally, China led the U.S. in 2025 leadership approval (36% vs. 31%), one of the widest gaps in 20 years, while U.S. disapproval hit a record high of 48%.

Gallup surveys reveal a significant gender disparity in perceptions of respect and dignity for women in 93 out of 144 countries, including the United States.

Gallup trends show long-term increases in Iraqis' feelings of safety and trust in institutions that could be tested by further instability in the region.

Americans say they worry most about healthcare among 16 domestic issues, followed by the economy, inflation, the federal budget and income inequality.

Gallup's first survey of war-torn Yemen in two years reveals that a record-high 71% of Yemenis were unable to afford food in 2022. Most in the country are struggling to get by on their income.

Canada and Great Britain are again the countries Americans view most favorably, while Russia has slipped to join North Korea as the least favorably rated of 21 countries.

In 2025, fewer people worldwide are imagining their futures elsewhere. The U.S., long the world's most desired destination, is attracting less interest than at any point in nearly two decades.

Gallup polling that began after the start of the Iran war shows no significant increase in Americans' energy concerns.

Gallup's Economic Confidence Index improved to -31 in July, driven by gains among Republicans and independents.