Best BBC Radio 5 Live Podcasts (2024)

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No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Thunder teammate Olivia Thomas on autism, friendship and the power of cricket 39:59

40m ago39:59

39:59

With April being Autism Awareness Month, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are joined by Thunder teammate Olivia Thomas to learn about her experiences of living with autism and ADHD.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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72+: Leicester and Derby on the brink, and Doncaster’s dominant form 42:21

38m ago42:21

42:21

Aaron Paul, Jobi McAnuff and West Brom forward Jed Wallace analyse the big issues in the EFL as the season draws to a close. With Leicester on the brink of promotion back to the Premier League, Jed gives us an insight into their strengths and weaknesses and whether they can get the job done at Preston this weekend. BBC Radio Derby commentator Ed Da…

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Questions and Answers 52:41

9h ago52:41

52:41

Felicity Hannah looks at the world of job interviews and seeing questions beforehand.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Euro Leagues: Xavi stays & Guillem’s Thong Song 38:10

17h ago38:10

38:10

John Bennett talks European football with Julien Laurens, James Horncastle and Kristof Terreur. Guillem Balagué joins the pod to react to Xavi changing his mind about leaving Barcelona. The panel discuss Bayern Munich contacting Ralf Rangnick about their manager’s job, and Inter winning Serie A. And Dutch football writer Elko Born swings by to give…

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Rail Britannia? 33:53

18h ago33:53

33:53

Today, we look at Labour’s plan to renationalise most rail services within five years, if it wins the next election. Labour say a new public body would take over current contracts when they expire, taking on the responsibility for running services. But transport secretary Mark Harper said the plans were "unfunded". Labour’s shadow transport secreta…

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The Grand Slam decider 53:11

21h ago53:11

53:11

Sara, Chris and Philippa preview the final round of the Women’s Six Nations as England chase a third successive Grand Slam. Red Roses captain Marlie Packer talks about the challenge of facing France out in Bordeaux. We look ahead to a big day for Wales at the Principality as they look to avoid the wooden spoon, and the battle for third place which …

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The Zharnel Hughes one 35:47

1d ago35:47

35:47

From his training base in Jamaica, Zharnel Hughes sits down with Eleanor Oldroyd ahead of this summer's Paris Olympics. He’s a double Commonwealth Games and European Championships gold medallist, and now he’s aiming to add an Olympic title to his collection. He goes right back to the beginning - from when he first discovered he was pretty fast, to …

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That Time of the Month: Endometriosis 49:36

1d ago49:36

49:36

Naga Munchetty is joined by experts Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi to answer your questions on endometriosis. Each month Naga and the team look in depth at a key sexual or reproductive health issue. Part of 5 Live’s Me, My Health & I series. Get in touch via @bbc5live on social mediaBy BBC Radio 5 Live

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Rail policy changing track? 51:48

1d ago51:48

51:48

As Labour confirms intentions to bring rail back into public ownership, Will Bain checks to see what the industry thinks.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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County Cricket: How do you manage games as a captain? 40:34

1d ago40:34

40:34

Kevin Howells is alongside Tymal Mills and Emily Windsor to discuss this week's big stories coming out of the County Championship. They react to the eight women's teams which have been awarded tier one status from 2025 onwards. Warwickshire Men's captain and current highest run scorer in Division One Alex Davies joins them to talk about his great f…

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Liverpool lose to Everton & Arne to Slot in? 34:11

1d ago34:11

34:11

Steve Crossman has reaction to Wednesday’s Premier League results as Everton stun Liverpool. He’s joined by Conor Coady, Michael Brown, Andy Reid, Clinton Morrison and correspondent John Murray. Hear from Jürgen Klopp, Sean Dyche, and Erik ten Hag after Manchester United come from behind twice to beat Sheffield United. And Dutch journalist Marcel v…

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Is the clock ticking for TikTok in the US? 37:31

2d ago37:31

37:31

Today we look at a bill which would force TikTok’s owner to sell its US arm, or face being banned in the country. It’s driven by fears that user data is shared with the Chinese government. TikTok has called the law "unconstitutional" and says it will "challenge it in court”. Adam speaks to BBC technology editor Zoe Kleinman, and head of social medi…

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Big warning for Barclaycard customers | Beat broadband & mobile rip offs | Zara trick 54:44

2d ago54:44

54:44

This week on the podcast Martin has a warning for all those who have a Barclaycard. After a recent rise in broadband and mobile bills for some customers, Martin shares some key tips on how to bring those costs back down. You tell us about your ovreseas bargains plus extra tips you won’t have heard on the live show.…

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Dynamic Dufty 29:51

2d ago29:51

29:51

Warrington Wolves Full Back Matt Dufty joins Tanya Arnold and Kevin Brown to discuss his terrific start to the season. He reveals why Head Coach Sam Burgess has been exactly what the Wolves needed to turn their form around, and talks about developing his skills playing touch-rugby alongside Wigan’s Jai Field and Huddersfield’s Adam Clune. Dufty was…

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Women’s Football Weekly: Erin Cuthbert on Chelsea's Champions League dream 39:47

2d ago39:47

39:47

Ben Haines and England Women's record goal scorer Ellen White are joined by Bay FC’s Jen Beattie. Jen gives an insight into life in San Francisco and how the NWSL compares to the WSL, plus her thoughts on the new Taylor Swift album! Chelsea’s Erin Cuthbert drops by after scoring the only goal against Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final, ma…

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Childcare Staffing Shortage? 52:45

2d ago52:45

52:45

The struggles for childcare continue as a new report suggests providers aren't ready to keep up with the government rollout. Sean Farrington speaks to a recruiter working in the sector. First quarter results season is well under way, with eye-opening numbers from Spotify and Tesla. And we hear about the battle for branding rights over Euro 2024 in …

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1994 World Cup Special: 30 years on 43:56

2d ago43:56

43:56

On the 30th anniversary of England's victory in the 1994 World Cup final, Sara sits down with Giselle Mather and Gill Burns to relive that historic day in English women's rugby. It was the tournament that almost never happened, but Scotland stepped in to host at the last minute and the rest as they say is history. Gill and Giselle take us back to t…

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Arsenal thrash Chelsea, Erik ten Hag's future and Unai Emery's new deal 39:16

3d ago39:16

39:16

Steve Crossman is joined on the Tuesday Night Club with former Chelsea goalkeeper Rob Green, ex Manchester City midfielder Izzy Christiansen & ESPN's Senior Football writer Mark Ogden. Hear reaction to Arsenal's 5-0 win over Chelsea at the Emirates which sends them three points clear at the top of the Premier League table with Alistair Bruce-Ball a…

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Sunak Goes on the Defensive 32:46

3d ago32:46

32:46

Today, we look at Rishi Sunak’s promise to spend billions more on defence. Sunak said UK military spending would rise to 2.5% of national income by 2030. The prime minister was in Poland to pledge £500 million in extra support for Ukraine, but claimed the extra money for defence would put the UK’s defence industry "on a war footing". Adam is joined…

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The IPL - Rajasthan still rampant, RCB continue to struggle 25:58

3d ago25:58

25:58

Why can't RCB find form despite the heroics of Virat Kohli? And can Rajasthan Royals continue their brilliant season? Nikesh Rughani and Abhishek Jhunjhunwala discuss it all.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Rising Water? 51:20

3d ago51:20

51:20

The troubled Thames Water says it wants to raise bills by up to 44% to help fix its finances - but could this be too much for the regulator to swallow? With a slowing Tesla reporting later, we find out if it really is a long and winding road to zero emissions vehicles in the UK. And we hear from Manchester, where the premiere of one of the UK's big…

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Don’t mention the VAR 2:41:23

3d ago2:41:23

2:41:23

Dotun and Legendinho Tim are joined by Hallam Brazil Seth Bennett for lively conversation about the burning topics of the moment.Are Nottingham Forest really at the wrong end of VAR officiating more than other teams -- and is it unreasonable to expect elite players to play at the highest level three times a week?Plus - why it’s play-off pain for on…

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The government’s Rwanda policy takes off 31:58

4d ago31:58

31:58

Today we look at the Safety of Rwanda bill, which passed through parliament tonight after a back and forth with the Lords. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says it will allow his government to put asylum seekers on flights in “10-12 weeks”. Chris joins Adam to discuss how we got here, and what happens next. And presenter Huw Edwards has resigned from the…

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MNC: Refereeing, football smells & red trousers 51:42

4d ago51:42

51:42

Kelly Cates is joined by Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Shay Given for the Monday Night Club. They begin by talking about Nottingham Forest's frustration with refereeing following their 2-0 Premier League defeat at Everton. Victory for Sean Dyche's side leads into discussion about their fight to stay in the Premier League, before Burnley are the focu…

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Boxing’s Keyser Söze 42:48

4d ago42:48

42:48

Barry Jones joins Buncey to pick through the bones of an extraordinary fight in New York at the weekend. They question whether Ryan Garcia pulled the wool over everyone’s eyes with his antics in the build-up to the fight with Devin Haney, which saw him floor his opponent three times on his way to a majority points win. They take a deep dive into th…

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The Top 4 and the Top 9s 58:25

4d ago58:25

58:25

We're talking reunions on this week's pod after Ugo's trip to see Blue in Liverpool. If there was one team or player in their prime you could pay to watch, who would it be? Bristol get some love after crashing the top four party in the Premiership and that's time of year where we start to talk end of season awards. We get Danny to run the rule over…

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Green Shoots? 51:57

5d ago51:57

51:57

Another Monday, another temperature check of the British economy - Sean Farrington hears a forecast that says it might not all be bad news for growth. With the electric vehicle maker Tesla cutting prices again, we ask why it's having to and how it can afford it. And as businesses tout their eco-credentials this Earth Day, how hard is it to actually…

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Man Utd’s ‘humiliating victory’ & THAT Forest post 38:52

5d ago38:52

38:52

Ben Haines and Nedum Onuoha have FA Cup and Premier League reaction. They’re joined by former West Ham midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker and The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. Hear from Erik ten Hag and Mark Robins after Manchester United survive Coventry City’s comeback in their FA Cup semi-final at Wembley. Catch Nuno Espírito Santo’s thoughts after Forest t…

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Coventry crushed as Man United through and VAR makes Forest fume... 1:16:57

5d ago1:16:57

1:16:57

Your football calls with Robbie Savage and Chris Sutton. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Chinese Grand Prix Review 39:30

5d ago39:30

39:30

Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin, Formula E driver Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on the Chinese Grand Prix. We hear from race winner Max Verstappen, as well as Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The Art of the US/Ukraine Aid Deal 30:31

5d ago30:31

30:31

Today, we look at the US Congress approving $61 billion of funding for Ukraine. Laura and Paddy are joined by the political editor of BBC Newsnight Nick Watt to help unpick the day’s top stories. Paddy’s been speaking to the former Director-General of the Defence think tank, the Royal United Services Institute, Michael Clarke, about the significanc…

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Smoking and vaping controls, the remains of the largest sea reptile, volcanic ash and jet engines and food production 50:24

5d ago50:24

50:24

Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team discover: Why we need stricter smoking and vaping controls and will they work? The remains of what’s believed to be the largest reptile to have roamed our Severn Seas. A tribute to the BA pilot who saved his air passengers from a volcanic ash cloud – so why are volcanoes so disastrous for jet engines? Fin…

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City keep chasing the double as Arsenal move top 36:23

6d ago36:23

36:23

John Bennett presents the Football Daily from Molineux where Arsenal moved back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win over Wolves. He is joined by Simon Grayson and Luke Edwards for reaction to all of Saturday’s Premier League and FA Cup action. We hear from Pep Guardiola after his Manchester City side squeezed past Chelsea to book their …

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Bernardo Bounces Back, Hatters Hammered and FA Cup Replay Rage 1:42:11

6d ago1:42:11

1:42:11

Your football calls with Robbie and Chris. Plus updates of Wolves v Arsenal in the Premier League. Phone 08085 909693 free from mobiles and landlines. Text 85058 at your standard message rate.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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England score record win over Ireland 19:13

6d ago19:13

19:13

Sara Orchard and World Cup winner Kat Merchant react to England getting a record win over Ireland. Abby Dow and Ellie Kildunne both scored hat-tricks in front of 48,778 fans at Twickenham to remain on course for the Grand Slam.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Stark Climate Change Warning for Government 29:16

6d ago29:16

29:16

Today we look at the apologies made by the Met Police after threatening to arrest an anti-Semitism charity leader for being near a pro-Palestine march. Gideon Falter, the Campaign Against Antisemitism chief executive was told by police his presence was causing a "breach of peace", in a video posted online. Laura and Paddy speak to former Chief Insp…

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Chinese Grand Prix Sprint & Qualifying Review 36:13

6d ago36:13

36:13

Harry Benjamin, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on the Chinese Grand Prix sprint, as well as qualifying for Sunday’s race. We talk about Max Verstappen’s imperious form, Lewis Hamilton’s contrasting day, plus ask if Lando Norris will ever win a race.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Aaron Paul, Katherine Downes, Paul McNamee and Danny McLoughlin 1:02:10

6d ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Sports presenter Aaron Paul, journalist and sports presenter Katherine Downes, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Danny McLoughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the f…

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Friday Football Social: FA Cup replays debate 47:20

7d ago47:20

47:20

Darren Fletcher hosts the Friday Football Social with Glenn Murray, Kevin Nolan and Clinton Morrison. They debate the Football Association's decision to scrap FA Cup replays, hearing from Coventry City boss Mark Robins ahead of playing Manchester United in Sunday's semi-final. The podcast also discusses whether there is a worthwhile alternative to …

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(De?) Escalation in the Middle East 33:10

7d ago33:10

33:10

Today, we look at the mystery surrounding an apparent Israeli strike on Iran. Two US officials told the BBC's US partner CBS News that an Israeli missile struck Iran overnight. The Israeli government has not officially commented. Meanwhile Iran have downplayed reports of an attack. What is going on? Adam is joined by the BBC’s diplomatic correspond…

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As Iranian media reports explosions in Isfahan, Felicity Hannah covers the breaking news . 51:36

7d ago51:36

51:36

State television in Iran has reported big explosions near an army base and airport in the central city of Isfahan. Felicity Hannah covers the breaking newsBy BBC Radio 5 Live

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No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - back in the country, baby! 42:04

7d ago42:04

42:04

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley give their thoughts on the new women's domestic set-up and have tales of their winter adventures. Plus, Alex is becoming a golf person...By BBC Radio 5 Live

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Euro Leagues: Liverpool out & Martínez ‘makes it fun’ 26:42

8d ago26:42

26:42

Steve Crossman has reaction to European results for Liverpool, West Ham and Aston Villa. He’s joined by European football experts Julien Laurens and Kristof Terreur. Stephen Warnock and Vicki Sparks reflect on Atalanta knocking Liverpool out of the UEFA Europa League. Danny Gabbidon and Ali Bruce-Ball watched West Ham suffer the same fate against B…

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Tory MP Suspended! 34:39

8d ago34:39

34:39

Today, we look at the suspension of a Tory MP after claims he made a late night call to ask for money to pay off "bad people". Mark Menzies "strongly" disputes the claims, but has had the whip removed amid allegations that he misused party funds and abused his position. Adam and Chris discuss with Newsnight political editor Nick Watt and Bloomberg …

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Inside the England camp at Twickenham 50:31

8d ago50:31

50:31

Sara Orchard and World Cup winner Kat Merchant are at Twickenham chatting to Megan Jones and Maud Muir ahead of Ireland on Saturday. Megan and Maud talk the Twickenham noise and how the team have been preparing for the loud atmosphere. Plus Sara has been catching up with Ireland co-captains Edel McMahon and Sam Monaghan and how they think their fam…

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Chinese Grand Prix Preview 44:22

8d ago44:22

44:22

Jennie Gow, Jolyon Palmer, Bec Clancy & Andrew Benson look ahead to the Chinese Grand Prix. We discuss the return to China after five years away, Fernando Alonso’s new deal at Aston Martin, and whether Max Verstappen can be challenged this weekend. We also hear from the three-time world champion, as well as Alonso.…

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Royal Mail rejects bid 51:08

8d ago51:08

51:08

Will Bain looks at why the owners of Royal Mail rejected a takeover bid. Plus, inflation is coming down but is that enough to see interest rate cuts?By BBC Radio 5 Live

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County Cricket: Should Kookaburra be here to stay? 46:28

8d ago46:28

46:28

Kevin Howells is alongside Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor to bring you all the huge stories from the County Championship this week. They speak to Hampshire all-rounder Liam Dawson about the impact the Kookaburra ball has had on the competition and whether it's a good or bad thing for English cricket. They discuss the pressures of a player proving them…

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City and Arsenal out of Europe 21:11

9d ago21:11

21:11

Mark Chapman presents reaction to the Champions League Quarter-Finals. He’s joined by Paul Robinson, Shay Given and John Murray to discuss Manchester City’s defeat to Real Madrid. Hear from Pep Guardiola after penalties knocked the Champions out of the competition. Guillem Balague joins the pod to share his thoughts on a far from perfect performanc…

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Shop-staff insider tips | Save v overpay mortgage | Child Benefit changes 55:03

9d ago55:03

55:03

On this week’s podcast, Martin reacts to news of the lowest rate of inflation in two years. Listeners with retail experience TELL US about their tips for getting better deals in shops and Martin has a message for parents claiming Child Benefit. The big topic is all about whether it’s worth overpaying on your mortgage, or not. And as always, Nihal s…

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