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What are the real stories behind the most misunderstood and abused ideas in politics? From Conspiracy Theory to Woke to Centrism and beyond, Ian Dunt and Dorian Lynskey dig into the astonishing secret histories of concepts you thought you knew. Want to support us in making future seasons? There are now two ways you can help out: Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/originstorypod . Get early episodes, live zooms and more from just £5 per month. Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/pod ...
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Have you SEEN the state of the papers today? PAPER CUTS has. In our now DAILY podcast, some of Britain’s sharpest commentators and funniest comedians come together to look at the madness, the strangeness, the obsessions, and – occasionally – the brilliance of our national press. Host Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists and comedians like Jason Hazeley, Fin Taylor, Jonn Elledge, Alex Von Tunzelmann, Grainne Maguire, Rob Hutton, Athena Kugblenu, Marcus Brigstocke and many more. Illustratio ...
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The Popcast is hosted by Jon Caramanica, a pop music critic for The New York Times. It covers the latest in popular music criticism, trends and news. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp
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Exploring threats to global stability from Ukraine to China to the Middle East with host Gavin Esler – former BBC News presenter, Washington correspondent and host of Newsnight – plus Ukraine-based war reporter Oz Katerji and independent conflict analyst Emma Beals. This Is Not A Drill dives deep into the dangers, corruption, conflicts, disinformation, rivalries and ruthless realpolitik that are making our world ever more dangerous. Support This Is Not A Drill on Patreon from just £3 per mon ...
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You probably think you know what life was like in Britain after the war. But what myths do we tell ourselves about the pre-digital world? From coal to contraception and ID cards to school beatings, Ros Taylor delves into the truth about British postwar life in Jam Tomorrow. From the makes of Oh God, What Now? Follow Jam Tomorrow on Twitter
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Your daily Need To Know on news and politics. Every morning The Bunker cuts through the noise to make sense of what’s really going on, with smart explainers, interviews, fresh perspectives and under-reported stories to rescue you from everyday Punch and Judy news coverage. It’s the only way to start the day. From the producers of Oh God, What Now? Our regulars include: Alex Andreou • Gavin Esler • Hannah Fearn • Andrew Harrison • Jacob Jarvis • Marie le Conte • Jude Rogers • Yasmeen Serhan • ...
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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 • Alex Andreou, writer, commentator, cook, actor, secret agent • Writer and commentator Ros Taylor • Rachel Cunliffe of the New Statesman • Writer and host of This I ...
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How can government in the UK recover from a more than half a decade of political chaos and confusion? What can be done to solve some of the most complex policy challenges in living memory? And which battlegrounds will define the fast-approaching – and critical – general election? Featuring some of the world's most innovative public figures, politicians, opinion-formers and academics, the IfG EVENTS podcast brings you the very best of the Institute for Government's agenda-shaping speeches, in ...
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The Podmaster: podcasting growth advice and insights for people and brands
The Podmaster (Neal Veglio)
I'm 'The Podmaster', here to help you with podcasting growth advice and insights, whether you're a brand or an individual who's looking to grow your podcast and attain 'podmastery'. My name is Neal Veglio and I've been in the podcasting game since 2001, when I became the first person in the UK to upload audio of my then radio show online, and generate an audience. This audience followed me throughout my radio career and engaged with my various other podcasts. But it wasn't always easy. And w ...
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This podcast is centered around Hendrik Baird's book, BECOME A PODMASTER (https://baird.media/become-a-podmaster/). The hosts, Ethan and Hendrik Baird, engage in conversations regarding various aspects of podcasting. They incorporate excerpts from interviews they conducted with podcasters and professionals in the field. While the book primarily focuses on the theoretical aspects of podcast production, this podcast series delves into practical applications and seeks the perspectives and exper ...
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Have you ever wondered…Is the human race still evolving? Into what? Are we already receiving messages from aliens? Could an AI ever become our best friend – or even our lover? Why? Takes you on an adventure to the edge of knowledge. We ask the questions that puzzle and perplex us, from the inner workings of the universe to the far reaches of our dreams. WHY? – a brand new podcast that answers the big questions from the frontiers of science.
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Intimate discussions with people of note and New York Times journalists and editors.
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Each week, The New York Times' David Sanger discusses the top stories from Washington.
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Times Insider's Susan Lehman interviews Times journalists about their stories and takes listeners behind the scenes of The New York Times newsroom.
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A podcast by the Science writers of The New York Times, including Andrew C. Revkin.
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Times Sunday magazine columnist Randy Cohen answers your questions about the moral and ethical dilemmas of our times with the same wit and wisdom displayed in his popular weekly column.
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Want to know more about black holes? Or progress in the cure for cancer? Learn about the latest news and trends in science, medicine and the environment from the reporters and editors of the popular Science Times section of The New York Times. David Corcoran is your host.
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Find out what's on the front page of The New York Times before it's published. Monday through Friday, James Barron previews the top stories that will set the agenda for news coverage around the world.
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What’s really going on in Parliament? What’s happening in politics that the mainstream media always misses? Join MPs Sam Gyimah and Dr Phillip Lee plus friends, colleagues and friendly rivals for candid, irreverent political chat about what really matters, over that great leveller – a drink after work.
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We weave together sound and story this multi-track collection. It’s a window on how we listen to music — and how we talk to each other about it — right now. Some of our favorite writers tell us about the songs they can’t stop listening to, and what those songs might tell us about the world today. More at nytimes.com/25songs.
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Clever talk about pop culture. Bigmouth is pop culture talk for discerning grown-ups. Music, TV, movies, books or something else entirely – we’ll enthuse, argue, squabble and pick over the bones of what’s happening in the world of the stuff we love. Presented by WORD magazine veterans Andrew Harrison (ex-editor of Q, Select and Mixmag) and Siân “Stan” Pattenden, a graduate of the Smash Hits and Select Mag Schools of Excellence.
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BE THERE is a brand new music podcast from DALI – Danish Audiophile Loudspeaker Industries, whose Danish-designed and manufactured speakers are driven by passion to deliver the most truthful, natural sound reproduction in the world.In an hour of witty conversation with some of the world’s best music writers and special guests, BE THERE celebrates the hidden talents behind truly great recordings – and tells their untold stories. The podcast ties in with DALI’s new print magazine, also called ...
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Adventures in underwear… In this fascinating, fun and body-positive series, fashion journalists and underwear obsessives Emily Cronin (Elle, Telegraph, Grazia) and Kate Finnigan (Financial Times, British Vogue, The Gentlewoman) take listeners through the secret life of our most foundational garments. From the advent of the thong to celebrity lingerie brands and the dark art of bra fitting, Emily and Kate lay the world of women’s underwear bare. Every week they hear real-life stories and insi ...
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The Bottom Line Advocator was created for those who want to do more and be more in their lives. Each day, you either get better or worse—there’s no staying the same. The outcome depends on making informed decisions. The Bottom Line Advocator, hosted by Bottom Line CEO Sarah Hiner, elicits advice from today’s most successful and influential experts, sharing not just the "whats" but the "how tos" of implementing their knowledge into action-focused advice. The more you know, the better your dec ...
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This is the official podcast page for the Company of Entrepreneurs, one of the City of London's youngest aspirant Livery Companies
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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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Record Number of UK Podcast Listeners! - Official 2024 Data - Your Business Needs A Branded Podcast: podcasting for lead generation, brand growth and sales
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As the UK's top podcast consultant, it's my job to keep ahead of trends in podcasting in the country. Along with that, the latest Edison Research data has been released, revealing a significant growth in podcast listenership in the UK. This episode addresses both aspiring and existing podcasters, highlighting the key demographics and their engageme…
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The US is currently suffering a crisis in democracy, and its effects are far-reaching. But how does it relate to the global rise in authoritarianism and conflict? In the wake of compounding concerns created by the recent Supreme Court immunity decision and increasing calls for Joe Biden to step down from the Presidential nomination due to his age, …
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Turnout for what – How can we get more people to vote?
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Labour’s landslide has brought in a new wave of political optimism to the UK. But a near record poll attendance has been a cause for concern in the weeks following the election. Hannah Fearn is joined by Professor of behavioural science at Kingston University Gaëlle Vallée Tourangeau to find out why people just aren’t turning out to vote and what c…
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Who is Trump’s hillbilly running mate? – The Guardian guide to Brat Summer – No Cap! Gen Z learn some manners
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Huckleberry Veep. Who is JD Vance and why did Trump pick him as a running mate? I’m just living that lifestyle. The Guardian embraces Brat Summer. Plus – My Fair Gen Z. The Times has some lessons in etiquette for the young’uns. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Emma…
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Keir and far: Labour's key foreign policy issues
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Keir Starmer has plenty to get on with at home – but amid global turmoil, Labour’s foreign policy is increasingly important too. In response to multiple wars, regional conflicts, an increasingly far-right Europe and a turbulent U.S. Presidential race, how might Starmer interact with the rest of the world? Zoë Grünewald asks Dr Victoria Honeyman, as…
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Trump: The shot heard around the world
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The assassination attempt against Donald Trump shocks the world. Has it handed Trump an unbeatable advantage in the Presidential election? And can Biden withdraw now even if he wants to? Plus, England’s moment of national euphoria in the Euros is fated not to happen. Is the football-based feelgood factor in politics real or just a figment of the co…
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The Green Belt is a powerful symbol of rural England — and Labour knows it. The new government says it wants to build on unlovely bits of green belts. A lot of people don’t like that. Who decided there should be Green Belts? What are they really for? How did they get so big? And how is the government ever going to overcome the opposition of homeown…
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Pain in Spain: England fail to bring it home – Did God save Trump? – Inside the bonkers billionaire wedding of the year
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s olé over! The front pages mark England’s defeat in the Euro final. Divine intervention. Trump thanks God that he survived his assassination attempt in The Times. Plus – Bridezillionaire? The Sun shares details of the most spenny wedding of the year. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journali…
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Has the Trump shooting changed everything? — Start Your Week with Hannah Fearn
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After the Trump shooting we ask what it means for America and the election. Could the failed assassination win the race for the former president? Meanwhile, the new Labour Government is in full swing. From the new Growth Agenda to the launch of Great British Energy what can we expect from Starmer this week? Recorded in the aftermath of England’s de…
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Jailhouse shock! Prisons are full – Who killed the Great British House Party? – Would you go on a pigeon safari?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Half Time! Labour could shorten prison sentences to deal with capacity issues and The Telegraph is apoplectic. Fight for your right to party. Why can nobody throw a proper messy house party any more, ask an anxious Times. Plus – Birds of a feather. A journo goes on a ‘pigeon safari’ for the i and disc…
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As Prime Minister Starmer jets off for the 75th NATO summit in Washington DC, how will he perform on the global stage? And how impactful will David Lammy be as the new foreign secretary? Plus, the Lib Dems’ strategic genius, Labour’s peculiar losses, and Reform’s overrated performance – the panel unpacks some of the election trends you might have m…
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Will Biden quit? – Democrat insider Sidney Blumenthal talks to Gavin Esler
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Joe Biden is the US’ oldest ever President – and it’s showing. From his catastrophic performance during the recent debate against Donald Trump, to celebrity calls for him to step down, the question on everyone’s lips is: Will he quit? Gavin Esler asks Democratic insider Sidney Blumenthal in today’s Bunker. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed…
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How can new ministers be supported to succeed in government?
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A general election brings the appointment of a whole host of new ministers, and on day one in government they begin a job like no other. Former shadow ministers may be familiar with their new policy portfolio, but ministerial life is very different to opposition. The switch from leading a small team to heading up departments with hundreds or thousa…
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Is it coming home? England make the Euros final – Badenoch vs Braverman heats up – Clooney calls for Biden to quit
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Wat a coincidence! Southgate’s boys made it to the final and every tabloid has the same headline. Handbags at dawn. It’s Suella “Cruella” Braverman vs Kemi “The Krusher” Badenoch as the Tory leadership race gets nasty. Plus – Clooney Bin. Former Batman tells President Biden to stand down in New York T…
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Keir Starmer’s plan for government: How will it work
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Keir Starmer used his first speech as prime minister to declare that the “work of change begins immediately”. But how will the Labour government approach the complex policy challenges that it has inherited? And how will it start making progress on new promises? From freeing up space in crowded prisons to turning around struggling public services, d…
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In an increasingly unstable international climate, we need our internal laws more than ever – but they don’t seem to be working. Which states are ignoring them, what are the consequences, and who will enforce them? Alex Andreou asks Professor Kevin Heller, the ICC Prosecutor’s special advisor on war crimes, in today’s Bunker. • We are sponsored by …
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Sleepy Joe wakes up for NATO – Is Starmer a sex symbol? – Inside the 5am wake up cult
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Average Joe. Biden made a gaffeless speech at NATO but critics are still calling for him to step down. Sleeping with the enemy. The Spectator is lusting over Keir Starmer’s ‘rugby face’. Plus – Darkest before the dawn. A Guardian journo tries to wake up at 5am every day, fails miserably. Miranda Sawye…
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The Rushdie Affair – Blasphemous Rumours
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The final episode of season five covers the Rushdie Affair. On 14 February 1989, the Ayatollah Khomeini’s fatwa against Salman Rushdie made The Satanic Verses the most famous novel in the world — for all the wrong reasons. The controversy had far-reaching implications for free speech, international relations and the political identity of British Mu…
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Europe’s most powerful countries are in political crisis. Emmanuelle Macron’s big gamble to halt the progress of Marine le Pen’s Rassemblement National seems to have paid off – for now. But Germany’s far right Alternative für Deutschland continues to eat into the national vote and the country’s post-war consensus. What does the rise of extremists w…
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A recent large-scale attack on an NHS provider by the Russian based criminal group Qilin has exposed lingering vulnerabilities in our digital infrastructure - but an ongoing Chinese state sponsored attack, known as Volt Typhoon, has been described by US officials as a game changer in the realm of cyber warfare. Emma Beals speaks to former founding …
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Why four countries will shape the US Presidential Election – and Britain is one of them
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We think of the US as a universe unto itself, uninterested in the outside world. But according to geopolitics analyst and host of the Disorder podcast Jason Pack, few things influence American elections as much as three diaspora countries – Ireland, Italy and Israel – and “peer nation” the UK. Their role as political test labs for new ideas means t…
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Reform’s “fake” candidates – Is your neighbour growing weed? – Bit of a Trifle! Is the 1960s diet for you?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Who are ya? The Guardian investigates the elusive Reform UK candidates. Gone to pot. The Mail thinks weed farms are taking over the suburbs. Plus – I don't want ANY spam! The Telegraph sends a journo back in time to eat like a 60s housewife. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rebecca Reid and…
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What’s next for the Tories? – Tim Bale tells Ros Taylor
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The Conservatives are out of power for the first time in 14 years. So what does the future of the party look like, and should we expect a serious Tory-transformation if they have hopes of regaining control in the future? Ros Taylor asks Queen Mary University professor of politics and The Conservative Party After Brexit author Tim Bale, in The Bunke…
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Well his dad WAS a toolmaker… What’s on the agenda in Week One of the Brave New Starmer Era? What do we make of Labour’s team? Is the party’s support really “broad but shallow” and does it matter anyway? Plus, as the Far Right is unexpectedly defeated in France, we demand of Marie: Qu’est-ce que cela signifie? Andrew’s music choice: Madres by Sofia…
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Keir chooses his team – May divorce be with you? The Mail thinks so – Brits on the p*ss: a Times holiday guide
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Cabinet of Curiosities. Starmer has appointed his new cabinet and The Telegraph has some opinions. Stuck in the midlife with you. The Daily Mail has figured out why so many women are leaving their husbands. Plus – Una Cerveza, Por Favor. Going on holiday? The Times has a list of dos and don’ts for Bri…
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France’s close shave — Start Your Week with Ros Taylor and Gavin Esler
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France’s shock election result: what does it mean and what comes next? Plus, week one of the new Labour government: Starmer heads the NATO summit and tours the Nations, Streeting aims to solve the junior doctor’s strike, and Lammy aims to reset relations with the EU. And all eyes are on Joe Biden amid calls for him to step down as presidential nomi…
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Election Night Live in London Part 2: The Moment of Truth
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Drink in the tension in the room as we wait for the first Exit Polls of General Election 2204. LBC’s James O’Brien joins Dorian, Ros and Alex for the countdown, the reveal, and audience questions. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/ohgodwhatnow. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! Support us on Patreon to …
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Election Night Live in London Part 1: Scorn on the Fourth of July
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Come with us back into the misty before-times… Election night, when we didn’t yet know the result. LBC’s James O’Brien joins Dorian, Ros and Alex for Part 1 of a nail-biting evening. Which Portillos are they expecting? How many seats do the audience think the Tories will get? And Matt Green brings his good friend the Rt Hon. Geoffrey Geoff-Geoffrey…
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Election Aftermath 🌹 At Long Last, Victory
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Well, we got the bastards. Dorian Lynskey, Ros Taylor and Andrew Harrison gather in awe before the scale of Labour’s historic achievement. How did Starmer pull it off? What will Labour’s new era of service mean? And did we get the Portillos we wanted? Sure, there are some flies in the ointment – Farage, Corbyn, some tight victories – but this is a …
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Keir we go! The front pages react to the Labour landslide. Electoral Reform. Farage’s party exceeded expectations and rained on our parade. Plus – Dress for success. We examine the sartorial choices of candidates, pundits and even ye olde mayors. Our intrepid hostess with the mostess Miranda Sawyer is…
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Bunker USA: Debunking America’s toxic migration debate
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Immigration is a divisive issue in America, much as it is here in the UK. How did the debate become so toxic – and is there a way to fix it and remove the heat from the arguments? Jonathan Blitzer, author of Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here: The United States, Central America, and the Making of a Crisis joins Jacob Jarvis to discuss the situation, how …
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Times up for Tories? Polls open – Tinfoil tents! Inside Glasto for conspiracy theorists – Could you live in Britain’s smelliest village?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Pick your player. It’s election day (don’t forget your ID) and the papers are picking teams. Even The Sun! It’s all gone a bit Pete Tong. The Times attends a conspiracy theory festival – at least that's what they want you to think. Plus – Smells fishy. The Telegraph investigates the most pungent villa…
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General election 2024: What happens on day one for a new government?
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This Friday will be day one in government for the winner of the general election. But there will be no chance for anyone to catch their breath after a gruelling campaign. The job begins at once. So what should civil servants be braced to expect as ministers are appointed to their new roles? How can special advisers best prepare for that frenetic fi…
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• Watch our FREE all-night Election Livestream on YouTube from 10pm til early on July 4. • Watch our Election Night Live Special on Zoom when you back us on Patreon. It’s the end of an error! In the final edition of Oh God What Now of the whole nightmare Conservative age… What have we learned about Britain, politics, campaigning and the merits of w…
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Election '24: Weirdest moments from votes of the past
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General elections are pretty unusual events – and they can bring out the weirdest in both politicians and voters. But what are the strangest moments from votes of the past? Ros Taylor asks King’s College London Professor of Politics and Contemporary History Andrew Blick in today’s Bunker. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £1…
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• Watch our FREE all-night Election Livestream on YouTube from 10pm til early on July 4. • Watch our Election Night Live Special on Zoom when you back us on Patreon. It couldn’t happen… could it? Everything points to a Labour landslide but regulars Jonn Elledge and Rob Hutton join Andrew Harrison for a journey into a nightmare parallel reality wher…
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Can Boris Johnson save the Tories? – Hit the spot! Sex tips from lesbians – Foot for thought: Lily Allen’s million pound toes
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What a Johnson. Disgraced ex PM Boris Johnson is back and Fleet Street is thrilled. I kissed a girl. Kate Lister is back with some sapphic advice for straight men in The i. Plus – Hot to Trot. The Guardian dips its toes into the world of foot fetishes. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Natasha De…
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Election ’24: How will the press handle Keir Starmer?
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Newspapers aren’t as powerful as they were, but they still behave as if they are – and they remain overwhelmingly biased towards a Tory Party that could well be dying. How will they handle a new Labour government? Are the days of press power over? And where does the new power lie? Gavin Esler asks Goldsmiths Senior Journalism Lecturer Terry Kirby i…
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King Trump? Supreme Court’s bizarre ruling – What a load of ballots: Royal Mail screws up election – Guardian’s crazy cash challenge
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Immune disorder. The FT explains the Supreme Court ruling that former presidents are partially immune from criminal prosecution. Royal Fail. The Mail blames the Royal Mail for missing postal ballots. Plus – Rainy day fund. The Guardian tries to save money – and fails miserably. Alex Von Tunzelmann is …
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Election '24: Why isn't anybody honest about tax?
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Tax consistently ranks as one of the most important issues to voters. So why can’t anybody in politics talk about it honestly? Alex Andreou asks Paul Johnson, director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, in today’s Bunker. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit. • Incogni keeps your private information safe…
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• Don’t forget our Election Night live show, streaming to Patreon backers. Rishi Sunak told Laura Kuenssberg on Sunday that life in Britain is better now than it was in 2010. Is his campaign more delusional now than ever, or is there still time for a late Jude Bellingham-esque comeback for the Tories? The panel unpacks the weekend’s drama just days…
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It ain’t over till it’s over — Start Your Week with Ros Taylor and Alex Andreou
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In just three days, Brits will head to the polling stations to vote in the General Election. What do the polls show, and is there any chance of a Harry Kane-esque last minute Sunak win – or is it all over already? In other election news, France went to the polls yesterday, intensifying concerns about the country’s move to the far-right. Further afi…
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Jude Awakening: Bellingham keeps the England dream alive – The Guardian won’t shut up about Glastonbury – The ultimate guide to sobering up
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s all Slova . . . Front pages go mad for Jude Bellingham’s last minute goal. Post festival blues. The Guardian went to Glastonbury and they can’t stop bragging about it. Plus – Can you beat the breathalyser? The Telegraph explores how long it takes to sober up after a very boozy brunch. …
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The season five finale coincides with the general election, so we’ve decided to get very topical indeed with the story of Labour leader and likely prime minister Keir Starmer. To his admirers, he’s the master strategist who took Labour from doom to Downing Street in a single term. To his foes, he’s a ruthless liar who will stop at nothing to crush …
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Election Week 5: The Beginning of the End – with Gavin Esler and Ros Taylor
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In our latest bonus edition, Ros Taylor and Gavin Esler talk us through another week on the campaign trail. What was the point of the debate? Who cares about the tabloids? Why can’t we just reach polling day already? We are streaming LIVE on election night! Come and join your favourite panellists from Oh God, What Now?, The Bunker and Paper Cuts on…
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The Mail’s latest election meltdown – Trump vs. Biden: We need to talk about Joe – Barking Mad! Are you a dog bore?
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Supermajority black hole! The Daily Mail’s getting desperate to stop a Labour Government being too big, and they have a cunning (rubbish) plan. Let’s get ready to mumble. Trump and Biden went head-to-head and we all wish they hadn’t. Plus – Barking up the wrong tree! The joys of being a dog bore. Jaco…
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Project Keir: Has Starmer changed Labour forever?
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If Starmer wins, just how will his Labour government be different from those of the past? And is the party’s new identity inextricable from Starmer himself? Andrew Harrison asks Labour Party historian Anthony Broxton, who runs the ‘Tides of History’ project. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit. • Incogni …
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Election ’24: Starmer – A New Hope?
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• Don’t forget our Election Night live show, streaming to Patreon backers. Have Tory governments depleted all of our optimism – or could a Starmer government restore hope in politics? The panel discusses whether things really can only get better post-Sunak. And our special guest today is award-winning journalist Peter Kellner, who has served as pre…
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Election debate: Sunak shouts, Starmer pouts – Are we being forced to be vegetarians? – What your wedding seats says about you
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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Is it over yet? The press reacts to the final head-to-head TV debate between Sunak and Starmer. Beyond the Kale! The Telegraph is terrified that Britain is being tricked into being vegetarian. Plus – Aisle be back. What does where you get placed on the wedding seating plan say about you? Alex von Tunz…
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Ads Nauseam: Which political parties are targeting you online?
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Sunak’s cringe moments have received laser focus throughout the campaign. But what about messaging he’s putting out online? Who are parties targeting, where, and with what information? Jacob Jarvis asks Who Targets Me founder Sam Jeffers about the good, the bad and the ugly in online political ads throughout this campaign cycle. • We are sponsored …
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