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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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How can we resist exploitation when the boss has been replaced by a computer?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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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How can we resist exploitation when the boss has been replaced by a computer?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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Novara FM: Our New Cyberboss Overlords w/ Craig Gent
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How can we resist exploitation when our boss has been replaced by a computer?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, explaining how "algorithmic management" is being tested on Amazon packers, Deliveroo drivers and supermarket shoppers. He talks to NM's head of audio Chal Ravens about the…
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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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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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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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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.Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.comMusic by Matt Huxley.…
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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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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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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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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 for dating etiquette. Plus: a new batch of your Missed Connections! Get in touch if you recognise any of these objects of our affection.Send your dilemmas and missed connections: ifispeak@novaramedia.comBy Novara Media
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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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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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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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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? Jem…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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