Best Jim Stacey Podcasts (2024)

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Friends Round Flashback… with Rupert Grint, Claire Foy and Iain Stirling! 24:18

8m ago24:18

24:18

Dodgy accents and reality TV… It’s another chance to hear a Friends Round Friday from the Breakfast Show archive, from January 2023. Zoe chats to an awesome trio of Rupert Grint, Claire Foy, plus the hilarious birthday boy Iain Stirling!By BBC Radio 2

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The chilling policy to cut Greenland’s high birth rate 31:21

25m ago31:21

31:21

In the 1960s the birthrate in Greenland was one of the highest in the world. Then it plunged. Decades later, women have finally begun speaking out about what happened. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Can Rishi Sunak create a smoke-free generation? 24:10

19h ago24:10

24:10

MPs voted this week to ban anyone aged 15 or younger in 2024 from ever buying cigarettes. If the legislation passes and is enacted, it would be a world first. Ben Quinn reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Liz Truss and her plan to ‘save the west’ 27:02

2d ago27:02

27:02

Liz Truss is back – kind of. The former PM of just 49 days has published a book, Ten Years to Save the West. The Guardian’s political correspondent Eleni Courea and breaking news correspondent Martin Pengelly discuss her seeming lack of regret. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus…

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Is the Middle East on the brink? 24:48

3d ago24:48

24:48

After Iran launched an attack on Israel, is the region heading for all-out war? Emma Graham-Harrison reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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171. Stacey Wallenstein, The Mint Chip Mama, on Working with Social Media Influencers 36:30

4d ago36:30

36:30

What's it like to work with a social media influencer? Stacey Wallenstein is "The Mint Chip Mama" - an identity she created to talk about all the things she loves: parenting, lifestyle, travel and more. We talk about her journey as a content creator, working with clients to elevate their brands and why "influencer" may be the new four-letter word. …

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How Swiss women won a landmark climate case for Europe 25:51

4d ago25:51

25:51

Last week a group of older women successfully challenged the Swiss government’s climate policies at the European court of human rights. Isabella Kaminski reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Friends Round Friday... with Alan Carr, Gregg Wallace and Diane Morgan 25:25

6d ago25:25

25:25

Two titans of comedy and a gargantuan of greengrocery join Zoe for a hysterical Friends Round Friday!By BBC Radio 2

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Carers scandal: why are so many being prosecuted by the UK government? 27:32

7d ago27:32

27:32

George Henderson was convicted of fraud and had to repay £19,500 in carer’s allowance years after ticking the wrong box on the form. He is not alone. The Guardian’s social policy editor, Patrick Butler, looks at why thousands are facing prosecution over innocent mistakes. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus…

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Stormy Daniels, Donald Trump, and the start of the hush money trial 27:00

8d ago27:00

27:00

Hugo Lowell talks through the law and the politics of a case starting this Monday against Donald Trump – the first ever criminal trial of a former or sitting US president. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Profits over pipes: who should own our water? 25:32

9d ago25:32

25:32

Thames Water owes hundreds of millions of pounds in debt, and the UK government is concerned about its potential collapse. Helena Horton reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The devil walking on Earth part 2 22:50

10d ago22:50

22:50

Annie Kelly reports on the story of Sosa Henkoma, who was exploited by drug gangs as a child and now mentors young people at risk of gang violence. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Bill Nighy stops by 18:04

10d ago18:04

18:04

Sharp-suited and colossally proportioned… The legendary Bill Nighy chats about his latest film 'The Beautiful Game', his love for football and his acting breakthrough.By BBC Radio 2

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170. Dr. Dhru Beeharilal, Business Coaching for Everyone 27:07

11d ago27:07

27:07

Dr. Dhru Beeharilal partners with his clients on their hero's journey to build their resilience and mindset in order to be more effective, empowered, authentic, and creative leaders, business owners, and human beings. His approach combines coaching, neuro-linguistic programming, spirituality, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the Japanese philosoph…

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The devil walking on Earth: part 1 30:17

11d ago30:17

30:17

Annie Kelly reports on the story of Sosa Henkoma, who was exploited by drug gangs as a child and now mentors young people at risk of gang violence. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Should the UK stop arming Israel? 28:33

14d ago28:33

28:33

The killing of six international aid workers and their Palestinian driver this week has brought new scrutiny of Israel’s conduct in its war in Gaza. Peter Beaumont and Patrick Wintour examine the growing backlash. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Friends Round Flashback… with George Takei, Carol Vorderman and Josh Widdicombe 25:56

14d ago25:56

25:56

"Wear latex at least once a week" Here's another chance to hear a classic Friends Round Friday from January 2023. Zoe chats to legendary Star Trek actor George Takei, plus Carol Vorderman and Josh Widdicombe join the fun.By BBC Radio 2

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Scotland’s new hate crime law 28:14

15d ago28:14

28:14

The Scottish government has introduced a hate crime law that broadens protections for marginalised groups but critics say it limits freedom of speech. Libby Brooks reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Israel divided: Netanyahu’s coalition crisis 25:29

16d ago25:29

25:29

A cabinet split over military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews and large street protests demanding the release of hostages are threatening the prime minister’s grip on power. Bethan McKernan reports from Jerusalem. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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What is Reddit really worth? 28:44

17d ago28:44

28:44

The popular social media site has never made a profit and relies on an army of unpaid moderators to keep order. So what difference will a stock market listing make? Alex Hern reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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169. Jim Poesl, Host of Safety Wars, on the Baltimore Bridge Collapse 32:47

18d ago32:47

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The Baltimore Bridge Collapse can teach us a lot about safety planning and how to prepare to communicate when disaster strikes. Jim Poesl is an environmental health and safety expert with 31 years of experience in the environmental health and safety field. His experiences include the Anthrax Clean-ups in NYC and countless environmental emergency re…

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The birdwatcher fighting racism in public spaces – podcast 27:50

18d ago27:50

27:50

A Central Park birdwatching incident went viral after Christian Cooper filmed a white woman threatening him. Now he is using his platform to share his passion for nature. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Who screwed millennials: a generation left behind – Full Story podcast 21:34

19d ago21:34

21:34

Guardian Australia’s Full Story co-host Jane Lee and reporter Matilda Boseley investigate the mystery of who screwed young people out of affordable housing, education and secure work. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Ten years of equal marriage – what has it changed? 35:09

21d ago35:09

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It’s a decade since the first same-sex marriages were performed in England and Wales. What have they meant for LGBTQ+ people?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Zoe Remembers Paul O’Grady 14:30

22d ago14:30

14:30

A year on from his passing, here’s another chance to hear Zoe’s last on-air chat with Paul from her Radio 2 Breakfast Show in October 2022.By BBC Radio 2

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How gangs took control of Haiti 31:06

22d ago31:06

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Haiti has erupted into violence after gangs laid waste to the capital and forced the prime minister to resign. But Haitians are wary from bitter experience of outside forces intervening to find a solution to the crisis. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The assisted dying debate: Paola’s story – podcast 30:48

23d ago30:48

30:48

Paola Marra ended her life last week in Switzerland after being told by doctors she could not be guaranteed a pain-free death from bowel cancer in the coming months. Robert Booth reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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When Zoe Met… Noel Fielding 15:22

24d ago15:22

15:22

Bish Bash BOOSH! Noel Fielding joins Zoe for a nostalgic chat about The Mighty Boosh, his latest role as Dick Turpin, musical inspirations, and what life’s like as an unofficial Claudia Winkleman lookalike!By BBC Radio 2

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Terrorism and the battle for the truth in Moscow 25:05

24d ago25:05

25:05

Footage of four gunmen appears to support Islamic State’s claim that it masterminded the worst terrorist attack in Russia in two decades. But the Kremlin has put Ukraine in the frame. Andrew Roth reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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168. Jen Hartmann, NEAT: The Agency on Hiring GenZ and Going Viral 29:06

25d ago29:06

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Jen Hartmann is the founder of NEAT, based in Louisville, KY, where she helps clients across industries such as CPG, fashion, tech, beverage, and hospitality. A podcast host, and marketing professor with almost a decade of industry experience, Jen’s expertise has also earned her prominent features in The Sun, Business Insider, Authority Magazine, a…

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The rise and fall of Vice Media 27:21

25d ago27:21

27:21

Vice Media is laying off hundreds of workers and no longer publishing journalism on its website. Sirin Kale and Sam Wolfson discuss their time at the company. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Friends Round Friday... with Paul Rudd, Guy Garvey and Ruth Jones 25:21

27d ago25:21

25:21

Who you gonna call? It's another crackin' line up of guests on Friends Round Friday, including Ghostbusters fun and a very special reunion!By BBC Radio 2

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Shining a light on London’s men-only Garrick Club 24:49

28d ago24:49

24:49

The Garrick Club is one of London’s original gentlemen’s clubs. Among its members are the most powerful people in the country. Yet in 2024 women are not welcome to apply for membership. Amelia Gentleman reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The silencing of climate protesters in English and Welsh courts 24:12

29d ago24:12

24:12

The court of appeal ruled on Monday that the ‘consent’ defence could not be used in the cases of climate activists. Sandra Laville reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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When Zoe Met… Imelda Staunton 16:05

29d ago16:05

16:05

“Someone get some spoons!” Zoe chats to Olivier Award winning actress, Imelda Staunton, about playing the title role in the upcoming West End production of 'Hello Dolly'. Plus, Imelda has an unexpected announcement!By BBC Radio 2

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How serious are the plots against Rishi Sunak? 28:57

1M ago28:57

28:57

Recent missteps from the prime minister have added to Tory MPs’ concerns about their disastrous poll ratings. But are they ready to act against Rishi Sunak? Pippa Crerar reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Why are Indian and Nepali men ending up on the frontline in Ukraine? 24:18

1M ago24:18

24:18

Hundreds of young Indian and Nepali men are ending up on the frontlines of the war in Ukraine. Their families want answers. Hannah Ellis-Petersen reports from Delhi. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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167. Helen Neal on Sustainability and Kindness 26:11

1M ago26:11

26:11

Can kindness and capitalism go together? And what is sustainability communications? Helen Neal, founder and CEO of HN Communications in the UK explains. As a multi-award winning sustainability communications agency specializing in sustainability-focused communications and events, she and her firm support some of the world’s leading brands on their …

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What happens when you put a nursery in a care home? 32:56

1M ago32:56

32:56

At Belong Chester, residents spend their days with nursery-age children. What effect does it have on the wellbeing of both groups? Helen Pidd reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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What do the Tories consider extreme? 26:14

1M ago26:14

26:14

Michael Gove is rewriting the government’s definition of ‘extremism’ but his actions have drawn criticism from across the political spectrum. Columnist Rafael Behr reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Friends Round Flashback… with Shania Twain, David Tennant and Shirley Ballas 19:15

1M ago19:15

19:15

“Maaaaan, I feel like a woman!” After it was announced that Shania Twain will play the Legends slot at Glastonbury 2024, here’s another chance to hear an iconic Friends Round Friday from September 2022. Plus, David Tennant takes on a classic Shania track in an unmissable episode from the archive!By BBC Radio 2

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The princess and the pictures 29:20

1M ago29:20

29:20

An edited family photo of the Princess of Wales with her children on Mother’s Day has fuelled an intensifying swirl of conspiracy theories around the royal couple. Archie Bland reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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How an infamous ransomware gang found itself hacked 33:04

1M ago33:04

33:04

LockBit was a sophisticated criminal operation, offering the tools needed to steal a company’s data and hold it to ransom. Then it was itself hacked. Alex Hern reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The Ministry of Defence’s multimillion pound Saudi defence deal 26:11

1M ago26:11

26:11

Documents released in a Serious Fraud Office court case showed suspicious payments on Saudi Arabian defence deals going back decades. David Pegg reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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166. Nikita Kumar on Podcast Strategy 34:03

1M ago34:03

34:03

Guest on someone else's podcast of start your own? What's the best way to measure a successful podcast strategy? And how can I build a podcast audience? Nikita Kumar is the Podcast Success Manager at Pikkal & Co. where she transforms podcasting into an art form, captivating audiences and crafting narratives that turn challenges into success stories…

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Black Box: the hunt for ClothOff – the deepfake porn app 46:44

1M ago46:44

46:44

For the past six months, the Guardian journalist Michael Safi has been trying to find out who is behind an AI company that creates deepfakes. Deepfakes that are causing havoc around the world, with police and lawmakers baffled about how to deal with them. And in trying to answer one question, he has been left with a bigger one: is AI going to make …

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Friends Round Flashback… with Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt and Matt Damon 23:24

1M ago23:24

23:24

Another chance to hear Zoe's Oppenheimer takeover on Friends Round Friday, from July 2023. Zoe’s joined in the studio by Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt and Matt Damon!By BBC Radio 2

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When Zoe Met… Calvin Harris 17:56

1M ago17:56

17:56

Raw eggs and ham… Zoe sits down to talk to an international superstar DJ and Producer, and there’s a surprising revelation… Plus, to celebrate the release of his song 'Lovers In A Past Life' with Rag'n'Bone Man... Calvin hears your stories of why you left your past lovers.By BBC Radio 2

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Black Box: The connectionists 40:03

1M ago40:03

40:03

Scientist Geoffrey Hinton set out to understand the brain and ended up working with a group of researchers who invented a technology so powerful that even they don’t truly understand how it works. This is about a collision between two mysterious intelligences – two black boxes – human and artificial. Subscribe to Black Box, a new series on artifici…

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Jeremy Hunt’s election year budget – podcast 20:34

1M ago20:34

20:34

What does the spring budget mean for the public’s finances and the general election to come? Heather Stewart reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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