Best University Of Westminster Podcasts (2024)

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What Do The Riots Tell Us About The Far Right? 32:38

1h ago32:38

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Today we look at who was involved in organising the riots across the UK. Adam is joined by Investigations Correspondent Daniel De Simone and Chief Political Correspondent Henry Zeffman to chat about what the riots across the country tells us about the far right. And, what the latest government borrowing figures might mean for Rachel Reeves’ first b…

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How Did the Super Yacht Sink? 25:41

34m ago25:41

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Today, we look at the rescue operation following the sinking of a luxury yacht off the coast off Sicily. Six people are still missing, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, after the Bayesian sank on Monday. Why are rescue divers struggling to reach the yacht’s cabins? What freak weather conditions caused the ship to sink? Mark Lowen, BBC Rome …

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The rise of digital pandemics, with James Ball 39:31

1h ago39:31

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Our guest in this episode is the journalist and author James Ball. James has worked for the Bureau of Investigative Journalism, The Guardian, WikiLeaks, BuzzFeed, The New European, and The Washington Post, among other organisations. As special projects editor at The Guardian, James played a key role in the Pulitzer Prize-winning coverage of the NSA…

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Harris, Obama and Beyoncé (Maybe) At the DNC 29:19

1h ago29:19

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Today, we look at Kamala Harris taking centre stage at the Democratic National Convention, as she is poised to become presidential nominee. With just 11 weeks until the American people go to the polls, Kamala Harris will be nominated as the official Democrat presidential nominee on Thursday at the DNC in Chicago. Will we learn more about Harris’ po…

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Interview: The First British Astronaut Helen Sharman 56:43

12m ago56:43

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Today we speak to the first British astronaut Helen Sharman. Helen went to space in 1991 after responding to a radio advert calling for people to apply to become Britain’s first astronaut. After 18 months of intensive training she spent eight days in space conducting experiments. Adam and Helen talk about living in the Soviet Union at the end of th…

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17/08/2024 32:45

4d ago32:45

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Adam Fleming and friends discuss the week's biggest stories.By BBC News

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The Infected Blood Scandal Payouts 34:45

15m ago34:45

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Today, we look at the pay-outs to victims of the infected blood scandal. The government has pledged to push ahead with compensation payments from the end of 2024, and announced that victims will receives payments for life. Adam is joined by Nick Thomas-Symonds, Paymaster General, to discuss the scandal and how the government will pay for it. Plus, …

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University Challenged 34:07

17m ago34:07

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Today, thousands of students receive their results from A-level, T-level, BTec Nationals and other Level 3 qualifications. Adam is opening Newscast University for one day only! He’s joined by BBC education editor Branwen Jeffreys, who tells us what today’s results reveal about the state of higher education in the UK. And the World Health Organisati…

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Is Ukraine's Advance Damaging Putin? 38:29

26m ago38:29

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Today, we look at the latest inflation figures and how Russian state media are covering Ukraine’s continuing advance into Russia. James Cook is in for Adam, and he’s joined by political correspondent Alex Forsyth and chief economic correspondent Dharshini David to discuss the rise in the rate of UK inflation. They also talk about the Scottish gover…

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6 Tory Leadership Candidates 29:29

20m ago29:29

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Today, we look at the race to be the next leader of the Conservative Party. Who are the 6 candidates? Who’s backing whom? And why have the Tories introduced a yellow card system? Adam and Alex speak to the Spectator’s political correspondent, James Heale. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere New…

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How will Putin Respond to Ukraine’s Attack in Russia? 36:22

8d ago36:22

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Today we look at Ukraine’s surprise advance across the Russian border and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. 121,000 people have evacuated from Russia’s western Kursk region after the Ukrainian military crossed the border in an unexpected move. Adam speaks to Ukrainecast’s Vitaly Shevchenko alongside Shashank Joshi, defence editor at The E…

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Thinking more athletically about the future, with Brett King and Rob Tercek 55:24

1d ago55:24

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In this episode, we have not one guest but two – Brett King and Robert Tercek, the hosts of the Futurists Podcast. Brett King is originally from Australia, and is now based in Thailand. He is a renowned author, and the founder of a breakthrough digital bank. He consults extensively with clients in the financial services industry. Robert Tercek, bas…

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Interview: Big Issue Founder Lord Bird 40:12

2d ago40:12

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Today, we speak to Lord John Bird, the co-founder of the Big Issue magazine and anti-poverty campaigner. Lord Bird was born into poverty and spent time rough sleeping before starting the Big Issue in 1991. In 2015 he was appointed a crossbench People’s Peer. Adam talks to Lord Bird about growing up in poverty, the impact prison had on his life and …

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Has The Tide Turned After The Riots? 30:32

3d ago30:32

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Today, we look at whether after a week of riots, we have seen the end of unrest on Britain’s streets. In a call with the Prime Minister, King Charles has praised Britain’s community spirit in response to the riots and gave his "heartfelt thanks" to the officers who had worked to restore peace across the country. More than 700 people have now been a…

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LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival! 1:44:28

4d ago1:44:28

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Today, Newscast at the Edinburgh Festival for a special, extended episode! Adam is joined by Scotland Editor James Cook, Leader of the Scottish Labour Party Anas Sarwar, comedian Catherine Bohart, and host of BBC Scotland’s Breaking The News Des Clarke. Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The Assistant Editor is Chr…

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The Riots Q+A 37:45

5d ago37:45

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Today, we answer your questions about the violent disorder which has spread across the UK since the Southport attack. Adam is joined by political and investigations correspondent Joe Pike, senior UK correspondent Sima Kotecha, and investigations correspondent Daniel De Simone. Plus, Adam speaks to disinformation and social media correspondent, Mari…

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Counter-Protests Take To The Streets 33:25

13d ago33:25

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Adam makes his Newsnight debut on the night counter-protests take to the streets in response to the riots in recent weeks. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. The assistant ed…

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The Riots and The Courtroom 40:29

7d ago40:29

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Today, we look at more suspects appearing in court across the country after a week of violence. Around 100 people have now been charged and more than 400 people have been arrested. The director of public prosecutions in England and Wales says he is “willing” to consider charging some rioters with terrorism offences. Adam is joined by UK home affair…

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The Riots, the Rioters and the Response 40:37

8d ago40:37

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Today, we look at the almost 400 arrests made after violence across the country over the past six days. Sir Keir Starmer chaired an emergency meeting of Cobra on Monday morning to discuss the government’s response to the violent disorder. He announced a ‘standing army’ of police officers to help tackle the riots. But, what do we know about the peop…

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Interview: Médecins Sans Frontières's Dr Natalie Roberts 48:55

9d ago48:55

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Title The Dr Natalie Roberts Interview Short Adam speaks to the Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières Long Today we speak to Dr Natalie Roberts, Executive Director of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). Natalie discusses her early medical career in the NHS, working in some of the world's most dangerous countries and how the…

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What's Behind the Violence on England's Streets? 33:08

12d ago33:08

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Today, we look at what causing people to riot on the streets of England. Unrest has broken out in multiple towns and cities through the week, the first example of which was see in Southport, where three young girls were killed on Monday. In Sunderland on Friday night, three police officers were injured and needed hospital treatment during what poli…

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Team Newscast Goes To The Olympics 43:45

11d ago43:45

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Today, we’re in Paris! Team GB are climbing up the medal table and there’s controversy in the boxing. Adam runs around the Olympics host city to catch up on the sport with 5 Live’s Kelly Cates, hear from Team GB's gold medal winning rowers Lauren Henry and Georgie Brayshaw, and ask the Paris 2024 CEO Etienne Thobois how you organise such a massive …

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The low-cost future of preserving brains, with Jordan Sparks 37:55

11d ago37:55

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Our guest in this episode is Jordan Sparks, the founder and executive director of Oregon Brain Preservation (OBP), which is located at Salem, the capital city of Oregon. OBP offers the service of chemically preserving the brain in the hope of future restoration. Previously, Jordan was a dentist and a computer programmer, and he was successful enoug…

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Starmer Calls Out ‘Gang of Thugs’ 36:56

12d ago36:56

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Today, we look at Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s response to the disorder that spread across the country in the wake of the Southport attack. The PM described those involved as ‘thugs’ as he announced a new ‘national violent disorder programme’ to clamp down on violent groups. To discuss what the programme could look like, Adam is joined by home…

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The Assassination of Hamas's Political Leader 30:31

13d ago30:31

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Today we look at the killing of Hamas’ political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. Haniyeh was involved in negotiations to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza strip. His killing came hours after an Israeli strike on a Hezbollah commander in Lebanon and raises fears of wider conflict in the Middle East. Adam speaks to international editor Jeremy Bowen and ch…

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Breaking Newscast: Huw Edwards admits child abuse image charges 9:32

16d ago9:32

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Today we look at the court hearing where former-BBC News presenter, Huw Edwards, pleaded guilty to making indecent images. He admitted to having 41 indecent images of children which had been sent to him by another man on WhatsApp. Adam is joined by Culture & Media Editor, Katie Razzall. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyu…

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Ask Chancellor Rachel Reeves 33:39

14d ago33:39

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Today, we speak to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, the day after she announced her public spending audit and blamed the Conservatives for a ‘black hole’ in public finances. Adam and Chris join Chancellor Reeves in the Treasury to hear about the conversations she had with officials the day after the election and whether it’s fair to accuse Shadow Chancell…

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Is There a ‘Black Hole’ in the Budget? 31:47

15d ago31:47

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Today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a series of cuts to spending in order to address what she called a £22 bn ‘black hole’ in public finances. To discuss the government’s plans, Adam is joined by Chris - fresh from the chancellor’s press conference - and Faisal to discuss the chancellor’s announcements, how the claims have been calculated and…

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Interview: Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen 45:49

16d ago45:49

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Today we speak to Ben Houchen, the Conservative mayor for Tees Valley who was given a life peerage by Boris Johnson. Adam speaks to Ben about his role as mayor, how he got into politics and how he managed to defeat national trends to hold his position in the 2024 local elections. Ben explains why he thinks the party should have gone shorter with th…

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Around the World in 73 Elections 31:51

25d ago31:51

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Today, we look at some of the elections that are taking place around the globe in 2024! 6 months after they discussed the future of democracy in 2024, Adam reunites with political scientist Ben Ansell for an update on the elections taking place this year. They discuss the US election; why the Democrats chose to make their campaign all about democra…

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Let The Games Begin! 35:55

18d ago35:55

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Today we look at the start of Olympics in Paris. Adam is joined by Sarah Mulkerrins from BBC Sport, our Paris Correspondent Andrew Harding and four time Olympic gold medalist Matthew Pinsent. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news sto…

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Did Biden Explain Why He's Quitting the Race? 26:45

21d ago26:45

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Today, Adam is joined by Justin Webb from Americast following Joe Biden's primetime address, announcing he is stepping down from the US presidential race. US President Joe Biden has told Americans that it's time to “pass the torch to a new generation” as he sought to explain the historic decision to end his faltering re-election campaign. You can j…

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Surveillance and diversity: surprising insights from the Gulf, with Holly Joint 35:36

19d ago35:36

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Our guest in this episode is Holly Joint, who was born and educated in the UK, but lives in Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Holly started her career with five years at the business consultancy Accenture, and then worked in telecomms and banking. The latter took her to the Gulf, where she then spent what must have been a fascinating year as programme director…

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Sir Keir Starmer's PMQs Debut 31:33

20d ago31:33

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Today, we discuss the first post-election edition of Prime Minister’s Questions - and the first since Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak swapped places. Adam is joined by Chris and Alex to talk through the day’s political news, including PMQs, the seven Labour MPs who have been suspended after voting against the government and Baroness Eluned Morgan …

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Jess Phillips on Misogyny... Bibby Stockholm + JD Vance 31:06

21d ago31:06

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Today, we look at the National Police Chiefs Councils report into rising violence against women and girls, with Home Office minister Jess Phillips. The report estimates at least one in 12 women (about 2 million) in England and Wales would be victims of violence every year, and that the problem had been growing. Adam and Jess also discuss the closin…

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Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris 35:21

22d ago35:21

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Today, everything you need to know about Kamala Harris. We profile Vice-President Kamala Harris, who is the new favourite to be Democratic nominee for the White House after President Biden announced he would not be running. What does she stand for? What has she done in her time as VP? And, is she the first truly meme’d politician? Adam is joined by…

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Biden Withdraws from the Presidential Race! 29:14

23d ago29:14

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US President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats - and backs Vice-President Kamala Harris to be the democratic nominee. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere. Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from th…

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Is The Chancellor Taking a Chance on Public Sector Pay? 33:49

23d ago33:49

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Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for teachers and some NHS workers. Laura and Paddy talk through today's Reeves' interview, as well as shadow chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, who says Labour's claim of the "worst economic inheritance since World War Two" is "absolute nonsense". You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyur…

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Keir Starmer, JD Vance and Hulk Hogan… What a week! 28:29

24d ago28:29

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Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern. Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge. Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics. You can join our Newscast online community …

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Americast x Newscast Q+A 37:19

26d ago37:19

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Today, Newscast and Americast join forces to answer your questions on the US election. What brought Donald Trump and JD Vance together? If Kamala Harris does run to be President, who would be her VP? And, Is President Michelle Obama a possibility? Adam is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Marianna Spring. You can join our Newscast online commun…

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Breaking Newscast: Super Massive IT Outage 21:42

26d ago21:42

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Today, we’re looking at major IT outages that have hit industries across the world. More than 1,000 flights are cancelled. Banking, healthcare and shops are also affected. Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike says a "defect" in one of its software updates hit Windows operating systems You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/n…

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The double-edged sword of technology, with Wendell Wallach 53:53

25d ago53:53

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How do we keep technology from slipping beyond our control? That’s the subtitle of the latest book by our guest in this episode, Wendell Wallach. Wendell is the Carnegie-Uehiro fellow at Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, where he co-directs the Artificial Intelligence & Equality Initiative. He is also Emeritus Chair of Technolog…

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The President Zelensky Interview 25:15

28d ago25:15

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Today, President Zelensky sits down for an interview with Chris Mason. The Ukrainian leader was in the UK, alongside other world leaders, as part of the meeting of the European Political Community at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Speaking after the event President Zelesnky discussed with Chris the possible return of President Trump, the mistakes …

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Covid Inquiry: UK 'Failed Citizens' 41:20

29d ago41:20

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Today we look at the first report released by the Covid Inquiry. Focusing on pandemic preparations, it said the governments of the UK and devolved nations had ‘failed its citizens’ by planning for the wrong pandemic. The report lays out the failures, including ‘groupthink’ mentality and ‘labyrinthine’ systems. Adam is joined by health reporter Jim …

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King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button 38:58

30d ago38:58

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Today, we look at what was in Labour’s first King’s Speech. Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn’t included. Adam also speaks to Labour’s Lucy Powell, now Leade…

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Gething Resigns As Welsh First Minister 18:52

1M ago18:52

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Today, we look at the resignation of Welsh First Minister, Vaughan Gething. Just four months into the job, Vaughan Gething has quit his position as First Minister after four members of his cabinet resigned, calling for him to go. Since taking over in March, the FM has faced criticism for accepting a campaign donation from a businessman convicted of…

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Breaking Newscast: Southgate Resigns 19:09

1M ago19:09

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Today, we look at the reaction to Gareth Southgate’s decision to resign as England manager. After almost eight years and 102 games in charge of the Three Lions, Southgate announced his decision to step down two days on from England’s 2-1 loss to Spain in the final of the Euro 2024. But what will be Southgate’s legacy? Adam is joined by BBC 5 Live c…

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Trump: "I'm Supposed to be Dead" 35:43

1M ago35:43

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Today, we look at the aftermath of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. After surviving an attempt on his life, the former president says he will "bring the country together”, while President Joe Biden calls for the "temperature of politics" to be lowered. What will happen next in US politics? Adam is joined by Justin Webb, Americast presen…

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The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump 25:02

1M ago25:02

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Laura and Paddy react to the news overnight that Donald Trump was the subject of a failed assassination attempt. We hear from our North America Correspondent Gary O’Donoghue who was at the scene when it happened. And also from Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, whose sister Jo Cox was murdered in 2016 when she was a sitting member of parliament. You can joi…

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Starmer’s First Week in Charge 30:52

1M ago30:52

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Today, we look at an eventful first week in charge for Keir Starmer, and tension already surfacing in the Tory leadership contest. The prime minister has faced questions over the U.S. president’s health at a Nato summit, committed to releasing prisoners early and is facing pressure over defence spending promises. Laura, Paddy and Adam also give us …

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