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Today in Focus

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Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining storytelling with insightful analysis and personal testimonies, the podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. Today in Focus is unmatched in both scope and depth, delivering analysis and storytelling from right across the planet. With a global network of over 900 journalists and five dedicated editions covering news in the US, UK, Austr ...

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From Our Own Correspondent

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Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers telling stories beyond the news headlines. Presented by Kate Adie.

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Inside Europe

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The original European current affairs podcast from Germany’s international broadcaster. Bringing you expert analysis and on-the ground reporting from the European capitals and beyond. Join host Kate Laycock and DW’s network of seasoned correspondents for your weekly dose of euro-politics and culture. Published every Thursday.

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PBS News Hour - Segments

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Don't have time for a full news hour? Listen to the PBS News Hour, segment by segment. Our full coverage of politics, science, arts, health, national and international news is included in this feed in easy-to-digest 5 to 10 minute segments. Segments are published each night by 9 p.m. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our full show, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in iTunes or in your favorite podcasting app ...

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Let's Know Things

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A calm, non-shouty, non-polemical, weekly news analysis podcast for folks of all stripes and leanings who want to know more about what's happening in the world around them. Hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright since 2016. letsknowthings.substack.com

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The Reason Roundtable

The Reason Roundtable

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Every Monday, the libertarian editors of the magazine of “Free Minds and Free Markets”—Matt Welch, Nick Gillespie, Katherine Mangu-Ward, and Peter Suderman—discuss and debate the week’s biggest stories and what fresh hell awaits us all.

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The Story

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Drowning in news? Let The Story guide you. Each morning, hosts Manveen Rana and Luke Jones bring you today's most important story, told by the journalists who know what really happened. In depth, honest, and mixed in with exclusive reports and groundbreaking investigations. Discover the story behind the story with the flagship podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CANADALAND

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The best newspaper in Canada is a podcast. Original reporting, sharp political analysis, and media criticism you won’t get anywhere else. Keeping you informed about what’s happening now in your country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What Next | Daily News and Analysis

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The problem with the news right now? It’s everywhere. And each day, it can feel like we’re all just mindlessly scrolling. It’s why we created What Next. This short daily show is here to help you make sense of things. When the news feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you answer: What next? Look for new episodes every weekday morning. Get more of What Next with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of What Next and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe fro ...

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The Audio Long Read

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The Audio Long Read podcast is a selection of the Guardian’s long reads, giving you the opportunity to get on with your day while listening to some of the finest longform journalism the Guardian has to offer, including in-depth writing from around the world on current affairs, climate change, global warming, immigration, crime, business, the arts and much more. The podcast explores a range of subjects and news across business, global politics (including Trump, Israel, Palestine and Gaza), mo ...

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The Rest Is Politics

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Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart break down current affairs in the UK and abroad. The Rest Is Politics analyses the latest international news, provides debate on global issues, and reveals secrets from Westminster, whilst bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably. With insider perspectives and expert analysis, The Rest Is Politics is the go-to podcast for anyone seeking intelligent, engaging discussions on British and global politics. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE T ...

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Front Burner

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Front Burner is a daily news podcast that takes you deep into the stories shaping Canada and the world. Each morning, from Monday to Friday, host Jayme Poisson talks with the smartest people covering the biggest stories to help you understand what’s going on. We’re Canada’s number one news podcast and a trusted source of Canadian news. We cover Canadian news and Canadian politics, Prime Minister Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre, the Donald Trump administration, provincial politics from Alberta, ...

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Global News Podcast

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The breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Hear the most important global stories from the BBC, the most trusted name in international news. With reporters on the ground in every country, we’re always where the story is. We bring you unparalleled access and exclusive updates that you won’t get anywhere else. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. From Trump’s White House and Putin’s Kremlin, to the Ukraine War and the Israel-Gaza conflict. From Dam ...

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Wednesday Breakfast

Sonia, Marty, Nita, Jesse

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Current affairs, media analysis, alternative media.

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KBS WORLD Radio Korea 24

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Korea 24 is a daily current affairs show that covers all the biggest stories coming out of South Korea. Every weekday, Korea 24 brings you the latest news updates, as well as in-depth analysis on the most important issues with experts and special guests, providing comprehensive insight into the events on the peninsula.

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Monday Breakfast

Rob, Hannah, Edmi

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Current affairs, media analysis, alternative media.

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Walescast

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A look at what’s going on in Welsh politics and current affairs from our podcast studio. Felicity Evans and James Williams talk about the big issues with exclusive interviews and in-depth analysis.

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Current Affairs Unfiltered

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Welcome to Current Affairs Unfiltered, the podcast that cuts through the noise to deliver the political stories that matter most. Hosted by Paige, a researcher and analyst with a strong academic background in political science and international affairs, this show dives into the latest developments in domestic and international politics, unraveling the complexities behind the headlines to make them as accessible and digestible as possible. In a world where news can often feel overwhelming and ...

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The Monocle Daily

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Hear our take on the news and enjoy sharp reporting on the big stories every weekday. Tune in as our guest panel reviews the day’s events in Europe, follows developing stories in the Americas and welcomes early risers in Asia and Australasia. Plus: reports and analysis from Monocle’s correspondents and bureaux around the world. Nominated for ‘Best Daily Podcast’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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The Philosopher & The News

Alexis Papazoglou

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Leading philosophers bring to the surface the ideas hidden behind the biggest news stories.

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Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)

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Welcome! We engage in fascinating discussions with pre-eminent figures in the AI field. Our flagship show covers current affairs in AI, cognitive science, neuroscience and philosophy of mind with in-depth analysis. Our approach is unrivalled in terms of scope and rigour – we believe in intellectual diversity in AI, and we touch on all of the main ideas in the field with the hype surgically removed. MLST is run by Tim Scarfe, Ph.D (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecsquizor/) and features regular ...

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Women on the Line

Cleis Hart, Kannagi Bhatt, Phuong Tran, Xen Nhà & Scheherazade Bloul.

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A national feminist current affairs program for community radio. A gender analysis of contemporary issues, as well as in-depth analysis by a range of women and gender diverse people around Australia and internationally. Distributed nationally on the Community Radio Network (CRN).

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Analysis

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Programme examining the ideas and forces which shape public policy in Britain and abroad, presented by distinguished writers, journalists and academics.

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Dialogue

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Dialogue covers a wide range of topics, providing a balanced and critical perspective on current affairs and analysis within the framework of cross-cultural and multidisciplinary comparisons. Hundreds of heads of state, diplomats, business leaders and culture icons have appeared on the show.

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unMasking Pod

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Two girls. One couch. Unlimited unfiltered discussions. Unmasking is where pop culture, politics, and personal chaos collide. Every week, we break down major global events (yes, even the terrifying ones), share what it’s like to live in Ukraine, and throw in enough unhinged personal stories to keep us all sane.

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The Foreign Desk

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Presented by Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features expert guests and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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Hindustan Times Podcast

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Hindustan Times Podcast brings you big-ticket interviews and in-depth explainers on current affairs and geopolitics. Stay updated on politics, business, economy, technology, and global events with expert analysis, exclusive interviews, and insightful commentary. We deliver credible, fact-based narratives using cutting-edge storytelling for a 360-degree perspective on key issues. Subscribe now to stay ahead and never miss an update!

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No Holds Barred Pod

No Holds Barred Pod

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Welcome to No Holds Barred. Join Sal & Don for a round up of the week's news and political shenanigans, with some in depth analysis on different topics each week. Send us your very own Righteous Rant, and we'll play it out and then discuss your subject. It can be anything you like. 𝕏 — @NoHoldsPod 𝔼 — [email protected] 𝕎 — +447852437241

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World at One

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Forty-five minutes of news, analysis and comment, with Sarah Montague.

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History Homos

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Scott and William put aside their continental differences to teach a history lesson to you (and hopefully a guest) each week in their attempt to come to a greater understanding about history, ideology and current affairs while having lots of laughs along the way.

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The John Batchelor Show

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The John Batchelor Show is a hard news-analysis radio program on current events, world history, global politics and natural sciences. Based in New York City for two decades, the show has travelled widely to report, from the Middle East to the South Caucasus to the Arabian Peninsula and East Asia.

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Morning Ireland

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RTÉ's flagship news and current affairs radio programme and the most listened-to show in Ireland, featuring the latest news and analysis with Gavin Jennings, Audrey Carville, Áine Lawlor and Mary Wilson. Listen live Monday to Friday at 7am on RTÉ Radio 1.

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The Briefing

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A pacy round-up of the day’s main news stories, anchored from London by a Monocle editor. The show features informed reporting, prescient business analysis and invaluable industry reports covering everything from technology to aviation and retail to media.

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Nerds Talking

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Welcome to Nerd's Talking, the ultimate podcast for pop culture aficionados! Join us as we embark on a thrilling journey through the vast realms of movies, games, comic books, and all things nerdy. Our passionate hosts delve deep into the latest releases, timeless classics, and hidden gems, offering insightful discussions and thought-provoking analysis. But we're not just about pop culture! Our curiosity knows no bounds as we explore a wide range of topics. From current affairs to tech trend ...

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The Ryan Samuels Show

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Modern-day politics discussion and analysis. Conservative Political Commentator Ryan Samuels breaks down current affairs, such as American Politics, Presidential speeches, and elections. I am covering Hot Topics like Gun Control, and Free Speech. The Ryan Samuels Show has been endorsed by Donald Trump Jr., Sarah Palin, The Hodge Twins, and Ted Nugent.

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ABC News Daily

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ABC News Daily is the podcast that helps you understand the issues affecting your world. Every episode, host Samantha Hawley walks through one story with the help of an ABC colleague or expert in under 15 minutes. When you want coverage you can trust, listen to ABC News Daily. Key topics of recent episodes include the Donald Trump administration, DOGE, Tesla, insurance costs, recession risks, egg shortages, DeepSeek, neo-Nazis, Putin and Xi, solar batteries, the jobs market, anti-Semitism, a ...

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Insider Exchange

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Insider Exchange is a vodcast that aims to share the honest and unfiltered opinions of its hosts, guests and community on all things investments and markets-related. Each weekly episode features discussions covering current affairs, consumer education, detailed analysis and insights, and even real-time investment decisions. The vodcast is designed to offer listeners unfiltered and valuable insights directly from the minds of some of the greatest experts. Insights that may otherwise be seen a ...

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Three Old Hacks

Mihir Bose, David Smith, Nigel Dudley

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Mihir Bose – former BBC Sports Editor, David Smith – Economics Editor of the Sunday Times and political commentator Nigel Dudley have been friends since they first met while working at Financial Weekly in 1980s. They have kept in touch regularly, setting the world to rights over various lunches and dinners. With coronavirus making that impossible, what do journalists do, deprived of long convivial lunches over a bottle of red wine or several? Why, podcast of course.Get in contact with the po ...

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Connect Newsroom

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Connect Newsroom is your go-to podcast for in-depth discussions and sharp analysis of the latest news from India, Canada, and around the world. We dive deep into the stories that matter, offering insights and perspectives that go beyond the headlines. Whether you're interested in current affairs, politics, or global trends, our episodes provide thoughtful commentary and engaging conversations that keep you informed and connected. Tune in to stay ahead of the news with expert analysis and uni ...

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Sibylline Insight Podcast

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Welcome to Sibylline Insight, the podcast where we delve into the intricate world of global intelligence and geopolitics. Join our hosts as they sit down with members of the Global Intelligence Team to provide in-depth analysis and context to the most pressing geopolitical developments of our time. Each episode features long-form interviews that unravel the complexities behind current events, offering listeners a unique perspective on international affairs. Whether you’re a seasoned analyst ...

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