This podcast's for anyone wanting to explore the big issues, stretching your thinking in relatable ways. Well known personalities, Stuart ‘The Wildman’ Mabbutt and photographer William Mankelow, who aren't experts, but have opinions, authentic views and no scripts. Join them on meandering conversations about nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. Sometimes joined by guests, or discussing listener questions between themselves. Always full of fun ...
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Welcome to Beyond the Hedge where we go in search of the places, people, traditions and tales that make rural Britain extraordinary. Join us as we head out along the backroads to meet publicans, writers, hedgelayers, butchers, poets and keepers of everything from pigs to grey partridges to bees. We explore often-complex and sometimes-thorny themes with the help of real experts – practitioners with their hands in the soil and academics who’ve spent their lives thinking about things like the c ...
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Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occasionally downright ‘stop-you-in-your-tracks’ surprising. Catherine’s been travelling and recording sin ...
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Novara Media is an independent media organisation addressing the issues - from a crisis of capitalism to racism and climate change - that are set to define the 21st century.
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"Furong Town" is a novel written by Guhua in 1981, the author of his more than two decades familiar with the southern countryside people and things, including, condensed into the book, the political wind and clouds in the customs and people's feelings of the picture, by the fate of the characters to play the changes in township life, and strive to write the southern countryside life color and life mood. [ The novel won the first Mao Dun Literary Award in 1982. In 1986, "Furong Town" was adap ...
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Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people who identify as bi to come together and celebrate their sexuality. Presented by Ashley Byrne, Lewis Oakley and Samantha Baines. Produced by @mimproductions
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Living Adventurously, with Alastair Humphreys, is the story of ordinary people choosing to live extraordinary lives. Alastair interviews artists and chefs, students and pensioners, athletes and travellers. He wants to discover what living adventurously means to different people, what universal obstacles stand in the way, and how each of these people took the first step to overcome them and begin their own fascinating journeys.
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Welcome to the People’s Countryside Environmental Debate Podcast, where you’ll hear questions sent in from listeners from all around the globe. The main themes that run through each of them are nature, philosophy, climate, the human condition, sustainability, and social justice. Join Stuart and Willam, your co-hosts, who are like two men sitting in…
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Israel Say Hezbollah’s Beirut HQ Hit In Massive Airstrike
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An Israeli airstrike has levelled an entire residential block in Beirut, with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah reportedly having been the target of the attack. Plus: A debate with the co-author of a new right-wing economic manifesto; and Keir Starmer’s latest exercise in performative cruelty. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.…
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Novara FM: Our New Cyberboss Overlords w/ Craig Gent
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How can we resist exploitation when the boss has been replaced by a computer? That’s the premise of Cyberboss, a new book by Craig Gent, North of England editor for Novara Media, which explains how “algorithmic management” is being rolled out in the workplace, starting with Amazon packers, Deliveroo drivers and online supermarket shoppers. He talks…
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Catherine meets a retired couple enjoying a mid week trip to London Zoo. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- T…
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Israel Rejects Immediate Ceasefire Calls, Netanyahu Says Will Fight With Full Force
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Israel has ruled out a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah after calls for one from multiple countries. Plus: The Home Office have released a damning report about the Windrush Scandal. With Aaron Bastani and @NoJusticeMTG .By Novara Media
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Airstrikes Preparing for Possible Lebanon Ground Invasion, Says Israeli Army Chief
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An IDF chief has told Israeli ground troops to prepare for a possible invasion of Lebanon. Plus: The Labour leadership have lost a vote on winter fuel payments; and business leaders want their money back following a Labour conference event. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.By Novara Media
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Bisexual Brunch - Bi Month Special as we meet the founders of Celebrate Bisexuality Day, co-leader of the Scottish Greens Patrick Harvie is our special guest, we've a bi journey story from Dundee + what ...
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Let us know your views now - text us here History in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalist Ashley Byrne with comedian and actor Samantha Baines, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come t…
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Catherine’s in Regent’s Park in London and meets a couple off to a very niche awards ceremony... Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod B…
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31: Why isn’t my best friend excited about my wedding?
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Moya and Ash argue over a big theory about our need for surprise. Has modern life killed off spontaneity in everything from dating to holidays? Plus: advice for a listener who’s wondering why an old friend isn’t more excited to be his best man. We’re sorry about the uneven audio quality for part of the dilemmas section! Email your missed connection…
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Rachel Reeves Vows “No Return to Austerity” in Conference Speech
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Rachel Reeves has faced down hecklers at Labour conference as she rules out a return to austerity. Plus: The IDF have raided Al Jazeera’s Ramallah bureau in the West Bank; and gift-gate dominates Labour conference. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.By Novara Media
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Downstream: The UK’s Landowning Elite Are Destroying the Countryside w/ Guy Shrubsole
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Guy Shrubsole is an author and campaigner whose new book The Lie of the Land seeks to expose the history of the British elite’s relationship to the land they own and debunk the myths that they perpetuate. He sat down with Aaron to talk about grouse moors, planning permission and exactly what we should do about The Fens.…
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Israeli Strike Kills Multiple People In Beirut, Lebanon
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An Israeli airstrike on Beiruit targeting a Hezbollah commander has also killed multiple civilians. Plus: Alleged victims of former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed give their testimony. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.By Novara Media
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Catherine’s in a quiet rural Northamptonshire village soaking up the local’s stories. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and Th…
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Hezbollah Leader Says Israel’s Exploding Devices Op Are ‘Declaration of War’
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Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has addressed two days of Israeli attacks on Lebanon, saying they amount to a declaration of war. Plus: Western media heaps praise on Israeli strategy; and the Downing Street freebies row hits boiling point. With Ash Sarkar and Micha Frazer-Carroll.By Novara Media
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Israel Hits Lebanon With More Explosions & Declares New Phase Of War
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Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant has announced their war will enter a new phase to focus on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Plus: Lebanon sees a second day of Hezbollah communication devices exploding. With Michael Walker and @NoJusticeMTG.By Novara Media
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Thousands Wounded by Hezbollah Pager Explosions
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Nearly three thousand people have been injured and some killed by exploding pagers in Lebanon. Plus: Ed Davey’s victory lap at Lib Dem Conference; and why columnists are leaving the Jewish Chronicle. With Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG.By Novara Media
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30: Unbothered, moisturised, happy – and ready for a relationship?
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Are you sitting comfortably? Because Moya has come to a big realisation – and some new rules on dating etiquette. Plus, a whole a new batch of your Missed Connections! Get in touch if you recognise any of these objects of our affection. Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.com Music by Matt Huxley.…
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Catherine ( and Pepper) meet runners on a fenland dyke with a love story to share. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, roman…
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Huw Edwards Avoids Jail for Accessing Indecent Images of Children
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Huw Edwards has received a 6-month suspended sentence for accessing indecent images of children. Plus: Trump survives a second assassination attempt; and Starmer has praised Georgia Meloni’s immigration policies. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.By Novara Media
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Downstream: This Is the Reality for Palestinian Christians w/ Dr. Munther Isaac
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Dr. Munther Isaac is the pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Bethlehem, serving a community of Christians that dates back to the time of Jesus. He joins Ash to discuss Israel’s continuing annexation of the West Bank, the role of Christian Zionists, and the origins of western hypocrisy.By Novara Media
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A month after racist riots engulfed the country, the ACFM crew ask what fascism – and antifascism – look like in Britain today. Do the riots and counter-protests mark a return to “street politics”? Why didn’t the Labour party align itself with opponents of the pogroms? And how popular are extreme rightwing views among Britain’s frustrated youth? Je…
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In this podcast, we strive to uncover and discuss pressing issues, and today’s episode is no exception. As we conclude this series, we once again deviate from our usual format to address the final question posed during the 2023 Environmental Debate Live & Unscripted, held at The Bothy Vineyard, which was a live incarnation of this podcast in front …
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UK-Made Missiles Could Be Used Against Russia
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The UK and the US could lift a ban on Ukraine firing British-made missiles into Russia. Putin has warned that this would constitute a major escalation. Plus: Keir Starmer’s polling collapses amidst the winter fuel payment row. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.By Novara Media
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Catherine meets a treasure seeker and someone remembering an old friend. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes funny, sometimes heart-breaking, silly, romantic or occ…
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Starmer Says No Extra Funding For NHS Without Reform
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An independent report has found the NHS is in critical condition and Keir Starmer says there will be no additional funding without reform. Plus: Turkey is conducting an investigation into the killing of a Turkish-American woman by Israeli forces and will seek international arrest warrants. With Moya Lothian-McLean and Ash Sarkar.…
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Novara FM: Mourn the Dead, Fight Like Hell for the Living w/ Sarah Jaffe
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“Don’t mourn, organise” were the final words of American labour activist Joe Hill before his execution in 1915. But sometimes our feelings of grief don’t lend themselves to good organising – sometimes we might just want revenge. In her forthcoming book, critic and journalist Sarah Jaffe looks at the many kinds of grief that shape our social and pol…
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Trump Rattled by Harris in Bizarre Presidential Debate
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Kamala Harris goes head to head with Donald Trump in her first televised Presidential debate. Plus: Labour introduces renters’ rights bill; and Israeli air strikes appear to target entire Palestinian families. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.By Novara Media
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53 Labour MPs Rebel Against Starmer In Winter Fuel Payment Vote
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MPs vote to cut the winter fuel payment to millions of pensioners. Plus: Keir Starmer addresses the TUC conference; and 1700 prisoners are released early to relieve overcrowding. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.By Novara Media
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Downstream: We Have Enabled Putin w/ Anne Appelbaum
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Political scientists agree that we are now living in a “multipolar” world, with power contested by multiple states and blocs. But how we arrived at this formation, and whether the newly powerful actors on the global stage are inherently problematic, remain areas of disagreement. Someone with has a distinct perspective on this new world order is Ann…
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Moya and Ash are absent this week – but in the meantime, they’re preparing for a LIVE recording of the show this Sunday, 15th September, as part of the London Podcast Festival. They’ll be joined wise guest Yomi Adegoke, author of The List, to help solve your dilemmas and sort the personal from the political. Special Ones, assemble. Final tickets ar…
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Catherine stops in an Essex town to stretch her legs and hits peak dog walking time. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The…
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Keir Starmer Faces Potential Rebellion Over Winter Fuel Vote
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Labour MPs voice their discontent as unions urge Keir Starmer not to cut winter fuel payments. Plus: New plans to bring more bus services under the control of local councils; and a new report accuses the BBC of bias against Israel. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.By Novara Media
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Another question today from an audience member at the live iteration of this podcast, at Bothy Vineyard, back in May 2023. Someone who handed in a slip as anonymous, asked “Many of our global problems stem from out-of-control population growth. What can we do about this? Discuss!” Stuart, one of the cohosts of this podcast, raises that there is an …
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Greens Say They Will Hold Labour to Account at Party Conference
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We speak to Zack Polanski as the Green Party conference kicks off. Plus: UK prisons hit record levels of overcrowding; and Jeremy Kyle gives evidence at the inquest into a guest’s death. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.By Novara Media
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Catherine meets a man in London who takes his camera out every time he leaves home. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The …
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Angela Rayner Backs Grenfell Criminal Investigation
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Westminster responds to the Grenfell Inquiry’s damning results with varying degrees of compassion. Plus: Michel Barnier is appointed as the new Prime Minister of France; and a key supplier of arms to Israel sponsors a Labour conference event. With Moya Lothian-McLean and Ash Sarkar.By Novara Media
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Grenfell Report Blames Successive Governments & ‘Systemic Dishonesty’ of Companies
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The Grenfell Inquiry’s final report lays the blame for the 2017 disaster at the feet of successive governments and unscrupulous private companies. Plus: Priti Patel is eliminated from the Tory leadership race; and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez trades blows with US Green Party leader Jill Stein. With Steven Methven and NoJusticeMTG.…
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Netanyahu Blasts UK for Arms Sales Suspension
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Following the announcement of a partial ban on arms exports from the UK to Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly condemned the British government. Plus: At least twelve dead after a migrant boat capsizes in the channel; and shocking new figures on the UK’s food poverty crisis. With Aaron Bastani and Moya Lothian-McLean.…
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A Narrow Boat, Cup of Tea and a Paintbrush
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WARNING: This episode contains strong language. Catherine wanders into a marina by the Grand Union Canal in Northamptonshire. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bible and The Week. --- The conversations that follow are always unpredictable: sometimes fu…
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Bisexual Brunch Early Sept 2024 - Biphobia fears over MPox misinformation, the many types of bi identity, the bi play that's touring England and your chance to attend an exclusive party for bi men at a ...
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Let us know your views now - text us here History in the making! This is the UK's first regular mainstream show for bisexuals. Hosted by bi activist and writer Lewis Oakley and bisexual journalist Ashley Byrne with comedian and actor Samantha Baines, Bisexual Brunch is a unique podcast for people from all over the world who identify as bi to come t…
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29. Has therapyspeak improved our lives?
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Does knowing your attachment style make life any easier? Moya and Ash tackle a mystery question about our newfound fluency in the language of therapy. Plus: advice for a listener who’s becoming estranged from his sister. ONLY TWO WEEKS until our live show at the London Podcast Festival! Join Moya, Ash and special guest Yomi Adegoke, author of The L…
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UK Suspends 30 Arms Licences to Israel Out of 350
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Israel’s first nationwide general strike is underway as anger towards Benjamin Netanyahu grows over the government’s handling of the war in Gaza. Plus: The German far right win a state election; and Kemi Badenoch launches her Tory leadership campaign. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.By Novara Media
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Heritage, Change, and Our Connection to Nature
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With insights on the inevitability of change, and the importance of finding joy in our surroundings, this episode encourages listeners to rethink their connection to the countryside. Why should those who rarely venture outdoors care about environmental issues? Welcome to The People’s Countryside Environmental Debate podcast, where your co-hosts Stu…
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Kamala Harris Rules Out Blocking Arms to Israel
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In her first major interview since becoming the presumptive nominee, Kamala Harris has staunchly ruled out an Israeli arms embargo. Plus: Labour draw up new plans to to grant full-time employees the right to a four-day week. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.By Novara Media
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Catherine meets a globetrotting couple who have notched up 19,000 steps walking around London. Catherine Carr stops strangers to ask them “Where Are You Going?” and uncovers unexpected stories about people’s lives. --- Named 'Podcast of the Year' by Radio Times and picked as 'Best Podcasts of the Year 2023' by the Financial Times, Observer, Pod Bib…
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Keir Starmer Doesn’t Rule Out Smoking Garden Ban Proposal
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Keir Starmer is considering a proposal to ban smoking in outdoor public areas. Plus: the UK’s new rail minister has been exposed for getting a worker fired; and good news for UK climate campaigners. With Moya Lothian-McLean and Micha Frazer-Carroll.By Novara Media
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Novara FM: Motherhood In and Against the State w/ Helen Charman
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Motherhood was once at the centre of the feminist movement’s demands, from campaigns for reproductive rights to the mobilisation of anti-nuclear mums at Greenham Common. But in the 21st century, the politicisation of mothering seems to have shrunk in its ambition. In her new book Mother State: A Political History of Motherhood, literary scholar and…
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Starmer Speaks of “Reset” With Europe in Berlin
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Keir Starmer heads to Berlin to discuss a new treaty with chancellor Olaf Scholz. Plus: Israel conducts the largest West Bank raid since 2002; and Rachel Reeves takes aim at the winter fuel allowance. With Michael Walker and Abi Wilkinson.By Novara Media
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Charlie Jacoby: Might Hunters and Hawkers be a Protected Group Under the Equality Act? [6 min Listen]
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You may have seen the story: the 2010 Equality Act could protect people who hunt. Here’s how it could play. An interview at the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre has led to column inches and TV debates. Ed Swales of Hunting Kind, a group dedicated to ‘natural hunting’ with hound, ferret and hawk, obtained legal opinion which says that people who hunt …
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Keir Starmer Warns of Painful Autumn Budget in Rose Garden Speech
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Keir Starmer says things will get worse before they get better in his first major speech as Prime Minister. Plus: Telegram CEO arrested by French authorities; and a Paralympian’s shocking ordeal on public transport. With Aaron Bastani and Mike Bankole.By Novara Media
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