This is PoliticsJOE's podcast - the only explicitly anti-nonce podcast in the UK. Reporting on British politics with a sense of humour, the podcast is a recorded version of the conversations we have after work. So pull up a stool, pour yourself a cold one, and laugh through the misery alongside us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day's big stories so you're never out of your depth. Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you're ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond. Follow the new Labour government led by Sir Keir Starmer. How will Kemi Badenoch do as leader of the Conservative party? Newscast will give you all the best insights from BBC News so you're across all the day's top stories. Newscas ...
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The two biggest names in Scottish political journalism, Bernard Ponsonby and Alex Massie, join forces to bring you a regular “must listen” insider briefing on the political and wider world. Bernard has been Scotland's leading TV political editor for many years while Alex is the unavoidable commentator and columnist for the Times and Sunday Times. Together they bring decades of experience and unsurpassed contacts books to provide you with a valuable insider briefing behind the headlines. Scot ...
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Welcome to Prime Factors where we review each UK Prime Minister from Robert Walpole to Keir Starmer. We discuss their biography, highs and lows, and then rate them on a scale designed by a 10-year old before awarding the ultimate prize: Are they ”Known” or an ”Ice Cream Cone”? Some dads build a treehouse with their kid. We’re doing a history podcast.
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The Political Cycle is a weekly show that looks at the similarities and differences in global politics. Our hosts – based out of the US, UK and India – are joined by top political journalists and researchers from around the world to cross-pollinate and cross-examine different political cultures and systems. Join Emily Tamkin, Rohan Venkat and Tom Hamilton as they explore three very different, but interlocking, political systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The first Labour government in 14 years is facing a daunting to-do list and complex challenges at every turn. Public services are under strain. The civil service is under pressure. And ministers must deliver the government’s missions and milestones. But could Keir Starmer’s plan to “rewire the British state” – through using AI and creating a “start-up” culture – turn these challenges into opportunities? So where is government working well and what is it doing badly? What can be done to make ...
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Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining storytelling with insightful analysis and personal testimonies, the podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. Today in Focus is unmatched in both scope and depth, delivering analysis and storytelling from right across the planet. With a global network of over 900 journalists and five dedicated editions covering news in the US, UK, Austr ...
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Welcome to the best bits of James O'Brien's LBC phone-in show. Listen back to all the highlights in a 60-minute bite sized chunk of his show with new episodes every weekday. James covers all the big stories which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected]
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Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents. They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed. Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can listen to The News Agents on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play The News Agents" The ...
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Tariffs, crypto, deregulation, tax cuts, protectionism, are just some of the things back on the table when Donald Trump returns to the Presidency. To help you plan for Trump's singular approach to economics, Bloomberg presents Trumponomics, a weekly podcast focused on the Trump administration's economic policies and plans. Editorial head of government and economics Stephanie Flanders will be joined each week by reporters in Washington D.C. and Wall Street to examine how Trump's policies are ...
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Political powerhouses Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every episode, they will examine politicians, what they stand for and how they sell polices as UK politics enters a new era. They will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you. WhatsApp - 07934 200444
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Award-winning LBC presenter and best-selling author James O’Brien hosts a series of compelling conversations with fascinating people from the worlds of politics, news and entertainment. These are thoughtful conversations with a curious and interested interviewer. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected]
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The World War II podcast with comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland. We Have Ways of Making You Talk dives deep into WWII history, exploring key battles, forgotten front lines, and incredible untold stories. Whether you're fascinated by the Battle of Britain, the D-Day landings, or the Eastern Front, this show offers a rich, detailed look at the war that shaped the modern world. Al and James bring a unique blend of expert knowledge and humour, discussing everything from the Third Re ...
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Comedian and commentator Nick Dixon talks to fascinating guests about politics, the culture war, and anything else that comes up.
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Reimagining Britain's future. Hosted by Tom Ough and Calum Drysdale. anglofuturism.substack.com
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The best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Hugh Linehan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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No Spin, No Bias, No Censorship. Join Dan Wootton on his Outspoken podcast Every weekday 5pm UK time live on YouTube. Let's Go!
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Jessie Ware hosts a podcast about food, family and everything in between, direct from her very own dinner table. With a little bit of help from her chef extraordinaire mum Lennie, each week guests from the worlds of music, culture and politics drop by for a bite and a bit of a natter. Oversharing guaranteed. Produced by Alice Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How To Fail with Elizabeth Day is a podcast that celebrates the things in life that haven’t gone right and what we might learn from them along the way. Every week, Elizabeth’s guest explores three failures, and what these failures have taught them about how to grow and succeed, better. We’d love to hear from you! Get in touch with Elizabeth to share your failures, problems or questions - anonymously or otherwise. She'll go through these each week with the help of her very special guests. And ...
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Week in Business sees City AM's Editor-in-Chief Christian May break down the top stories of the week in the UK.
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Few cheeky monkeys from the North of England have a natter about the news and all that.Hosted by internet user Eyup Lovely (@eyuplovely) and Jacob "Venom" Snake (@HaplessHomo).
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Sit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News' Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table in a Westminster pub where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians. New episodes released every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jonny Bentley and Adam Bragan are two British twentysomethings with an interest in all things politics. Pints & Politics aims to deliver an analysis of Britain's politics in a fun and digestible manner, as if you were having the discussion in a British pub! Breaking down current affairs, debating ethical issues and looking at America from afar. Debating. Educating. Entertaining (hopefully!).
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A political and topical discussion programme hosted by Charlotte Henry and Emma Burnell.
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Welcome to the official BBC News YouTube channel. Interested in global news with an impartial perspective? Want to see behind-the-scenes footage directly from the front-line? Our YouTube channel has all this and more, bringing you specially selected clips from the world's most trusted news source. For the latest news and analysis download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com.
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The IER is delighted to launch our new podcast. In this 6-part series, our labour law experts will be dissecting the new employment legislation brought forward by Sir Keir Starmer's Labour government. As many of our readers will know, the IER have been informing the debate on improving and strengthening labour laws for workers over the last 30 years. This body of work (undertaken on a voluntary basis by our labour law academics and lawyers) provided the blueprint for Labour's green paper on ...
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The Sensemaker from The Observer - one story every day to make sense of the world. To find out more about The Observer: Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content Head to our website observer.co.uk Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalists If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.co ...
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Free State is a podcast for the curious that stimulates, provokes, challenges and entertains, while never taking itself too seriously. Free State covers topics from sport to politics, love to loss, the human condition and how to fix the world, with guests from across the planet including Nigerian princes, former Prime Ministers, ex convicts, footballers, boxers and extraordinary people from every walk of life. Free State is presented by Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning. Brolly is a barrister, an ...
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Leeds Voices is a brand new weekly podcast brought to you by the University of Leeds. Join us as we interview some of the illustrious alumni who studied at the University of Leeds, as well as discussions with the institution's world-class researchers. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @leedsalumni or email us at [email protected]
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Insight and analysis with a Scottish focus from political commentators from The Courier, The Press & Journal, the Evening Telegraph and the Evening Express.
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Is there any hope at all of building and maintaining a free society? If so, how? If you are among "the remnant", this might be the show for you. See blog & discussion at: https://bretigne.substack.com/
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The new MintPress podcast hosted by British-Iraqi hip hop artist Lowkey -- The Watchdog, closely examines organizations in the public interest including intelligence, lobby, and special interest groups influencing policies and that target dissent. The Watchdog goes against the grain by casting a light on stories largely ignored by the mainstream, corporate media. Listen to the latest Lowkey music on iTunes (https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lowkey/157616301) and Spotify (https://open.spotify ...
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For Wales, See Wales is a podcast helping you better understand the most wonderful country on earth - Wales. Each week we shine a light on the utterly bizarre (and often hilarious) world of Welsh politics and issues. So many people care deeply about Cymru but very little attention is given to it by the wider UK media. This podcast aims to help fill this gap. Guardian columnist Will Hayward along with comedians Mel Owen and Robin Morgan are here to pick apart the political scene in Wales with ...
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Ireland’s original independent left leaning news, politics, and culture podcast that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still punches well above its weight. Join critically acclaimed & derided hosts, Martin McMahon and Tony Groves as they delve into the news of the day, pull apart the spin and challenge you to be an activist. This is the non-corporate, ad free, non-plastic-podcast reality that the medium is made for. There will be shenanigans!
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How much do we really know about the people who make the headlines? In a provocative new podcast series, the acclaimed BBC, C4 and Newsnight journalist Michael Crick delves into the backgrounds of major figures ranging from Paul Dacre to Angela Rayner to Gary Neville. He talks to the people who know them best to find out what shaped them, what they believe… and what they really want.
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Everything Washington, plus The Politics
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From our headquarters in the heart of London, The Standard podcast sets the agenda. Top news insiders discuss the pressure-points of the day’s topics. Hear unrivalled insight on politics, culture, going out, sport, and fashion, with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests. Join us Monday to Friday at 4pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A new six part series from Tortoise which tells the inside story of a double revolution in the Labour Party which defined Britain’s present and will likely go on to shape its future. The series charts the takeover of Labour by the far-left under Jeremy Corbyn, the civil war that ensued and the election of a new leader, Keir Starmer, who set out to erase all trace of his predecessor. Eight years’ hard Labour is hosted by David Aaronovitch with additional reporting by Tortoise’s political edit ...
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Every Monday and Friday three journalists battle it out to try and convince the editor that their pitch should lead the news. Discover what goes on behind the scenes in a newsroom. Why do some stories dominate, while others fail to make the cut? Tell us if you agree with the final running order - email [email protected] Book your place at a news meeting live in our newsroom - https://www.tortoisemedia.com/our-events Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Producer: Casey Magloire To fi ...
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Join Nigel Farage live every Monday to Thursday at 7pm on GB News as he delivers his unfiltered take on the biggest stories shaping Britain today. Whether it's politics, culture, or the latest headlines, Nigel offers sharp insights and bold opinions you won’t hear anywhere else. Don’t miss out on the lively discussions and in-depth analysis of the issues that matter most. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rob and Tom dissect the British political landscape.
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A conversation with journalists, pollsters and academics about politics and the media. Hosted by Ian Silvera, editor of Tech, Power & Media, the podcast aims to provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of Westminster, Washington and beyond. www.news-future.com
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A combination of conversation,concepts and being human Conversations with hosts and regular call in guests Thought Experiments Imagination Several pop up shows a week on podbean I also host networking and personal development events in the real world. Sign up here for monthly events membership: https://www.imaginationcreatesreality.live Rumble https://rumble.com/register/RadioProjects/ Free Association Saturday 4pm - 5pm UK time (11am - 12 Noon EST ) https://www.podbean.com/freeassociation S ...
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We are RAIA(ffairs), your podcast for stepping up in international affairs. Get informed on the stories and worries of political leaders, the 'behind the scenes' of decision-makers, and how politics impact and change your life. Join your host Nicola, along with a new guest every episode, to discuss the individual policy-maker of the week.
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Making sense of our political hell every Tuesday and Friday! Oh God, What Now? is the no-bulls**t politics podcast, making the unbearable bearable with top quality guests and analysis, plus poor quality jokes. Regulars include: Dorian Lynskey, author of The Ministry Of Truth: A Biography of Orwell’s 1984 and host of Origin Story • Writer and commentator Ros Taylor • Rachel Cunliffe of the New Statesman • Writer and host of This Is Not A Drill Gavin Esler • Social affairs journalist Hannah Fe ...
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Naomi, Charlie and Georgie (münecat) discuss politics, life and whatever else enters our brains.
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Nigel Farage and Keir Starmer in Scotland
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Two political heavyweights started the week in Scotland, and we went to speak to both. In Aberdeen, Nigel Farage unveiled his latest north-east defector from the Tories. And in Glasgow, Keir Starmer outlined the impact of his defence spending plans. We look through the developments - including a weird Reform attack on the media - to see what it mea…
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Keir Starmer needs you: Britain readies for war
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Former Guardian security editor Richard Norton-Taylor talks through the strategic defence review and Britain’s new plans to be ready for war. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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Will Keir Starmer’s defence review keep Britain safe?
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The London Standard’s defence editor Robert Fox joins us to discuss the government’s newly released strategic defence review. And in part two, he explains the latest on peace talks in Istanbul following Ukraine’s long-range drone attack on Russia on Sunday. https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/defence-review-keir-starmer-spending-donald-trump-b123049…
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UK 'cannot ignore' Russia threat, says PM Keir Starmer after spending review announced | BBC News
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said all citizens of the UK will have to play a part in the defence of the nation, as he launched the government's strategic defence review. The proposal includes plans to spend 15 billion to modernise Britain's nuclear weapons as well as building new munitions factories and submarines. UK Defence Secretary John Heale…
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Can Keir Starmer make Britain "war-fighting ready"?
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Today, Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled the government's new defence spending plans, stating that the UK military is moving to "war-fighting readiness", but he's being criticised for a lack of urgency in hitting the promised 3% spending increase. To help work out whether this is the case, Lewis is joined by Mike Martin, Liberal Democrat MP for Tunbrid…
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Is Keir Starmer prioritising warfare over welfare?
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The Prime Minister has warned the nation that it needs to be ready for war - in an era of new threats including the “immediate” danger posed by Russia. Is more spending on defence going to alarm or reassure people? And how should he answer those in his own party who insist welfare spending should come before warfare? Later, award-winning actor Eddi…
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Labour begins plot to remove Keir Starmer
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Keir Starmer is PARANOID about Nigel Farage! - Sarah Pochin
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'This was Keir Starmer promoting Nigel Farage. He's clearly paranoid!' Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin reacts to Keir Starmer's press conference criticising Reform UK's policies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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TOMMY ROBINSON LASHES OUT AT PIERS MORGAN & KEIR STARMER IN FIRST INTERVIEW AFTER PRISON
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VERSO - https://evening.ver.so/outspoken - Use code OUTSPOKEN to save 15% on your first order.BREAKING TODAY: Tommy Robinson has given his first interview since leaving prison, revealing all on the corruption of the British establishment and mainstream media, while exposing the horrifying Muslim gang takeover of the UK’s prisons.And no one is off l…
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Keir Starmer Firebombing: Unraveling a Scandal
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In this episode of Free Association, host Dennis returns from a brief hiatus to discuss a variety of intriguing topics. He delves into the recent firebombing incidents involving properties connected to Keir Starmer, examining the potential scandal arising from suspicions around the arrested individuals. These developments have captivated public int…
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Is Keir Starmer about to sack Rachel Reeves as Chancellor?
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Cracks are appearing in the government’s economic policy – some made by ministers, others by external pressure – the question is, can Rachel Reeves stay in control, and does Keir Starmer want her to? City AM's Editor in Chief, Christian May, asks. Week in Business sees Christian break down the top stories of the week in the UK. This week, he touche…
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Rachel Reeves vs Keir Starmer: Inside the ‘rift’ in Downing Street
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Are Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves falling out over winter fuel payments? Beth tells us what she’s been hearing in Westminster about a rift between the pair and although it’s denied by Number 11, she’s heard there’s a “palpable tension” between the principal players over the change in policy. Also, with a vote on welfare reforms coming up next mont…
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“I would challenge Keir Starmer in a dance off” - Rhun ap Iorwerth on the pod
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Can you hear the sound of hooves? The Rhunicorn trots into the studio to talk Welsh independence, films and what a Plaid Cymru Government would actually do. This week the gang host Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth who is the frontrunner to be the next Wales First Minister. He comes bearing gifts as well as explaining where he would want to put t…
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Has Keir Starmer pulled off a Brexit reset with the EU?
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The much-hyped EU-UK summit has resulted in a deal that the Government says will improve “jobs, bills and borders”. But has Labour been too cautious? Writer: Cat Neilan Producer: Karla Patella Host: Casey Magloire Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Why Poland's dramatic election result is a setback for Europe
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Poland is facing political deadlock after pro-Trump candidate Karol Nawrocki, backed by the country’s right-wing opposition, won Sunday’s presidential by less than two percentage points. The result also has major implications for European politics. On today's podcast Hugh discusses the outcome with Berlin correspondent Derek Scally. Hosted on Acast…
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Poland elections, Nawrocki wins. Is he an Orban or a Meloni?
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Poland elections, Nawrocki wins. Is he an Orban or a Meloni?
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Christine McGuinness - ‘I don’t want to hold back anymore - I date women! So what?’
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TW: discussions around anorexia and sexual abuse. In an incredibly powerful episode (and a How To Fail first), Christine McGuinness speaks publicly about her sexuality for the first time. She reveals she had a long-term relationship with a woman before her marriage to comedian Paddy McGuinness and that she’s now dating women again. She refuses to l…
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‘Kia ora!’ to our next guest, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern. We caught up with Jacinda at the start of her book tour, and chatted over another delicious Ixta Belfrage recipe. We hear about how her aunt Marie got her into politics, making her favourite plum sauce, meeting world leaders, learning how to fillet fish from her hus…
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Guardian US southern bureau chief Oliver Laughland heads to Starbase, Texas, to visit the home of Elon Musk’s company SpaceX as it votes on whether to become its own city. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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After years of peacetime under-investment in defence, the UK government is vowing to shake things up. It says civilians can no longer ignore the rising risks. Writer: Cat Neilan Producer: Jonathan Lewis Host: Tomini Babs Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Bill Gates to give most of his $200bn fortune to Africa | BBC News
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Microsoft founder Bill Gates says that most of his fortune will be spent on improving health and education services in Africa over the next 20 years. Bill Gates said that "by unleashing human potential through health and education, every country in Africa should be on a path to prosperity". Gates announced last month that he would give away 99% of …
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Why is there a new search for Madeleine McCann by the Portuguese and German authorities? | BBC News
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Today, authorities start a new search for Madeleine McCann in Portugal, nearly two decades after her disappearance.On Monday, Portuguese police confirmed the search is taking place across 21 different plots of land between the resort where Madeleine went missing, and where the German investigators' prime suspect had been staying at the time. Adam s…
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Opposition wins South Korean election after months of martial law chaos | BBC News
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Opposition's Lee Jae-myung will become South Korea's next president, winning the country's first election since impeachment chaos.Kim Moon-soo of the People Power Party conceded defeat and congratulated Lee in a brief speech on Wednesday, just after midnight local time.Millions voted on Tuesday in a snap election triggered by former president Yoon …
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Today, authorities start a new search for Madeleine McCann in Portugal, nearly two decades after her disappearance. On Monday, Portuguese police confirmed the search is taking place across 21 different plots of land between the resort where Madeleine went missing, and where the German investigators' prime suspect had been staying at the time. Adam …
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NIGEL FARAGE WAR WITH LABOUR'S ANTI-WHITE SCOT ANAS SARWAR AS TOMMY ROBINSON REVEALS ALL
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SHEATH UNDERWEAR - Get 20% off with the code OUTSPOKEN at checkout https://sheath.comBREAKING TODAY: Nigel Farage is refusing to back down in his testy war of words with the anti-white Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar over his plans for a Pakistani takeover of power, despite all the usual MSM outrage.In his Digest, Dan delivers the receipts that …
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Russian-built Crimea bridge hit with underwater explosives, Ukraine says | BBC News
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Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) says it has managed to strike the Kerch bridge in Crimea with underwater explosives following an operation lasting "several months". The bridge was built by Russia after it annexed the Crimean Peninsula in 2014, and is a hated symbol among Ukrainians. Agents "mined the supports" of the bridge with 1,100kg of explosi…
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Man convicted after burning a Quran - should this be against the law?
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A major deal that hoped would save Thames Water has collapsed, with US private equity group KKR pulling out of negotiations that would have seen them inject £4 billion in fresh equity into the company. What is next for Thames Water - do you believe it will be successfully nationalised? And, a man who burned a copy of the Quran outside the Turkish c…
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Today the New York private equity firm KKR dramatically pulled out of a financial rescue plan for the heavily indebted Thames Water. Eleanor Shearer, a senior research fellow at the Common Wealth think tank, joins us to ask what happens next. Plus, the Standard’s showbiz correspondent Tina Campbell, is here to discuss the latest development in the …
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New searches in Madeleine McCann case by Portuguese and German authorities | BBC News
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Portuguese and German authorities have started a new search for Madeleine McCann in Portugal, nearly two decades after her disappearance. Madeleine was three years old when she vanished from an apartment complex in Praia da Luz in the Algarve during a family holiday on 3 May 2007. The British toddler's disappearance sparked a Europe-wide police inv…
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Less than 24 hours after the Defence Secretary stood up in the Commons to unveil the government's strategic defence review, months in the making, and it looks like NATO are forcing the MOD to go back to the drawing board. The PM couldn't completely commit to 3% of GDP going on defence spending, despite that being an essential part of the review. An…
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Istanbul talks. Russia offers Ukraine/West one last chance
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Children in Sudan are facing "unimaginable suffering" in ongoing civil war, UN says | BBC News
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The United Nations has said children in Sudan are facing "unimaginable suffering" in the country's ongoing civil war. More than 150,000 people have been killed during Sudan's conflict, which began over two years ago when Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) began a vicious struggle for power. Millions have been forced from t…
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Record turnout in South Korea election after failed martial law bid | BBC News
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Millions of South Koreans are heading to the polls to vote in a snap election triggered by former president Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment over his failed martial law bid. The opposition's Lee Jae-myung is the frontrunner - and the ruling party's Kim Moon-soo, a former member of Yoon's cabinet, is trailing him. The election has been shaped by the fall…
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Reacting to Bobby J and Ava's interview with DWP Secretary
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On this fine Tuesday morning Ava and Seán react live to Robert Jenrick's latest video in his one-man war against Labour, as well as Ava's interview with Secretary for Work and Pensions Liz Kendall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackIn this PalCast hosts Yousef and Helena are joined by producer Tony to talk about the cruel and disastrous "aid plan", the ongoing genocide, the change in rhetoric from some western leaders and why even in a week of unbearably devastating news there are some reasons to feel hope.Music at the end is a new s…
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A Nation's Shame: Grooming Survivors Speak | BBC Newsnight special
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Survivors of abuse and exploitation speak live on television for the first time, ahead of Baroness Casey's soon-to-be-released government report on grooming and rape gangs. Hearing their stories, England and Wales’ most senior police officer on grooming, deputy chief constable Becky Riggs. Plus, Newsnight reveals brand new data from the police show…
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At least 27 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire waiting for aid, Gaza authorities say | BBC News
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The Hamas-run health ministry says at least 27 people have been killed and 90 injured by Israeli fire while waiting for aid distribution in Rafah, southern Gaza. The Israeli military says it fired shots near an aid complex after identifying "several suspects" and it is examining reports of casualties. A medic in the area told the BBC of "total carn…
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'The pain in my heart is heavy' - Starmer berated over Chagos Islands
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'Why is he doing that to black British people, law abiding citizens paying our taxes like everyone else.' Founder of British Indian Ocean Territory Misley Mandarin, says 'the pain in my heart is heavy' a week on from the Government handing over the Chagos Islands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Vote of the Living Dead – Why British politics is ruled from beyond the grave
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He’s old, he’s reactionary, he’s authoritarian-curious, he hates the EU… and he’s dead. Why are the main parties fixated on the demands of a zombie voter who has gone to join the Choir Eternal? And at the other end of the scale, what about “Henry” – high earner, not rich yet – the urban go-getter with an “email job” who earns six figures yet someho…
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As rates of vaping continue to rise across the UK, a health and environmental crisis is unfolding. Will the banning of single-use vapes in the UK turn the tides on their environmental cost? Writer: Jess Swinburne Producer: Karla Patella Photography: Alex Jones Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…
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Highway to Hell. An Irish surgeon’s journey into Gaza’s heart of darkness. With Morgan McMonagle.
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“Our revenge will be the laughter of our children,” Bobby Sands famously said. But what happens in a land where children are being killed in their thousands? On Free State today, trauma surgeon Morgan McMonagle provides a harrowing insight into his time working in the Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Morgan went to Gaza for the first time in 2024 and retur…
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How did British and Allied troops end up surrounded at Dunkirk? When did France try to surrender in May 1940? Why did Hitler order a halt to the Blitzkrieg, and let the BEF escape? Join James Holland and Al Murray for the first part of a new series on Dunkirk as they deep dive into the intense cabinet debates of Churchill, Chamberlain, and Halifax …
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Has the threat of Russia and China convinced the UK to invest billions more in defence? | BBC News
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Today, the Prime Minister says the UK military is moving to “war-fighting readiness”.The government is setting out the aims of its strategic defence review, or more simply how Britain should get ready for war. Starmer told the BBC that the world has changed and "if you want to deter conflict, then the best way to do that is to prepare for conflict.…
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Today, the Prime Minister says the UK military is moving to “war-fighting readiness”. The government is setting out the aims of its strategic defence review, or more simply how Britain should get ready for war. Starmer told the BBC that the world has changed and "if you want to deter conflict, then the best way to do that is to prepare for conflict…
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TOMMY ROBINSON RESPONDS TO NIGEL FARAGE ATTACK AS ROBERT JENRICK BACKS ISLAM JAIL TAKEOVER
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Get 25% Off @goPure with code DAN at https://www.gopurebeauty.com/DAN #goPurepodBREAKING TODAY: Tommy Robinson has responded to attacks on him by Nigel Farage and his response will surprise you.Meanwhile, Robert Jenrick has gone public to admit there is an Islamic gang epidemic in prisons, with Sharia courts, the worst inmates converting for protec…
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Is Ukraine's audacious drone attack on Russia a game changer?
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The UK government’s new Strategic Defence Review says it’s time for British citizens to step up. In southern Gaza, the Red Cross says 21 people were “declared dead on arrival” at a field hospital after an incident near an aid distribution centre. And could Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web change the face of modern warfare? Giles Whittell is joined …
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Drone attacks and Russia red lines
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Ukraine and Russia working on new prisoner exchange, Zelensky says after Peace talks | BBC News
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Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelensky said he expects more prisoners of war will be exchanged with Russia following today's round of peace talks in Istanbul. Speaking after a Nato meeting in Vilnius, he reiterated support for a new set of sanctions to pressure President Vladimir Putin into agreeing to a ceasefire. The head of the Ukrainian delegat…
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