Best Edinburgh Report Podcasts (2025)

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William and Kate return to Southport, Fergie cancelled and a window on Australia 44:39

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The murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift dance class in Southport last year had a deep impact on the country. This week, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited their schools to see how the communities are recovering. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal reporter Charlotte Foster reflect on why William and Kate’s return mat…

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Escaping Gaza City, while reporting on its destruction 27:59

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Malak A Tantesh on fleeing the Israeli ground offensive in Gaza and becoming a reporter in the most dangerous place on Earth for journalists. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Reporting on migrant hotels, Jimmy Kimmel's return, The Hack 43:01

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A new BBC investigation into the government's use of hotels to house migrants has led to the government ordering an urgent review into its findings. Journalist Sue Mitchell explains how she got access to record inside these hotels. As Jimmy Kimmel returns to the screen, Brian Stelter, CNN's chief media analyst, assesses what it means for relations …

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Russia’s high-risk game in Nato skies 23:38

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Over the past two weeks, Russian drones and jets have entered the airspace of several European countries. Dan Sabbagh discusses the escalation along the Nato-Russia border. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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NH #743: SPECIAL! Libbe’s play ATOMIC BILL AND THE PAYMENT DUE a Smash at the Wilmington College Peace Resource Center 1:05:27

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Ollie Basta, playing the lead role of podcaster/activist Jessie Keever, addresses a rally at the United Nations at the climax of ATOMIC BILL AND THE PAYMENT DUE This Week’s Two-Part Very Special Feature – The Peace Resource Center at Wilmington College and the Play: Ollie Basta as podcaster/activist Jessie Keever in ATOMIC BILL AND THE...…

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Does Labour’s new home secretary signal a harder line on immigration? 28:36

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Shabana Mahmood is already making headlines in her new role. But who is she and what motivates her?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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What happens when you stop weight loss jabs? 26:48

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Science editor Ian Sample talks through the dilemma facing more than a million people in the UK as the cost of the jabs jumps. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Why Britain recognising Palestine matters 34:04

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What is motivating the UK’s imminent recognition of Palestine? With Arab Barghouthi and Patrick Wintour. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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A very Special State visit 46:05

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President Trump’s second State visit showcased not just the pomp and pageantry of royal life but the very Special relationship between the USA and the UK. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to reflect on a formal occasion with a sense of informality - even in the grandeur of a white tie State …

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"You can borrow six times your salary now" | An update on the mortgage market 30:14

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On this week's episode of the ESPC Property Show, Paul & Megan are joined by two of the ESPC Mortgages team: David Lauder & Lisa Bell. In this episode we chat about: 0:00-0:44 Intro 0:44-2:39 How is the market reacting to the interest rate reductions? 2:39-4:07 What's the average mortgage interest rate at the moment? 4:07-5:16 Do lenders have diffe…

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The downfall of Jair Bolsonaro 31:56

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Former Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro has been handed a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup – is there any way his political career can continue? Tom Phillips reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Guto Harri, James O Brien, Isabel Oakeshott on the Unite the Kingdom rally and the Charlie Kirk Shooting, Tim Davie 42:39

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Katie Razzall speaks to the Director General of the BBC Tim Davie at the Royal Television Society Festival. Ros Atkins discusses the language used by the media to discuss the Unite the Kingdom rally and the shooting of Charlie Kirk with studio guests Guto Harri, James O Brien and Isabel Oakeshott. Producer: Lisa JenkinsonAssistant Producer: Lucy Wa…

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The US on the edge after Charlie Kirk’s killing 33:12

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The killing of the rightwing activist and podcaster has left the US reeling. Yet President Trump and his supporters are a long way from calling for calm. Ed Pilkington reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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NH #742: SPECIAL: Nuclear NOT the Solution to Climate Change – Physicist M. V. RAMANA 1:03:28

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This Week’s Featured Interview: CLICK on book cover to purchase from Amazon. NUMNUTZ OF THE WEEK (for Outstanding Nuclear Boneheadedness)By Libbe Halevy

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On the ground with Tommy Robinson’s new supporters 37:30

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Who showed up for the biggest far-right rally in British history? Ben Quinn reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Rupert Murdoch picks a son in the real-life succession battle 25:05

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Who is Lachlan Murdoch and how will he build on his father’s legacy? Emily Bell reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The lucrative secrets of Boris Johnson 29:50

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An investigation based on leaked data from Johnson’s private office has unearthed a trove of information. Has he broken the rules again? Henry Dyer reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The sacking of Peter Mandelson – Today in Focus extra 17:57

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Just days before a state visit by Donald Trump, Keir Starmer has had to sack the British ambassador to the US. Kiran Stacey reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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The Special Relationship: how are the Royals viewed in the US? 34:23

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This week, Daily Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton is joined by her colleague from across the Atlantic, Brigid Brown, royal reporter for Daily Express US. They discuss Donald Trump's upcoming state visit to the UK, how the Royals are viewed in the US, and potential family reconciliation after Harry visited King Charles at Clarence House - …

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Flags and fury: why the St George’s cross is everywhere 28:16

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Esther Addley on why the union jack and St George’s flags are appearing on lamp-posts, bridges and roundabouts in England. Gary Younge explains why not everyone is happy. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Super Mario is 40, Russia Whatsapp ban, Murdoch succession, The media v The Judiciary? 43:06

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Ros Atkins and Katie Razzall on Super Mario at 40 with the Guardian's Video Games Editor Keza MacDonald, State crackdowns on social media in Russia and Nepal with Eva Hartog from Politico and Dr Nayana Prakash from Chatham House. Also resolution in the Murdoch family succession battle with Claire Atkinson from The Media Mix and the impact of media …

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Macron’s government collapses … again 22:36

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For the third time in a year a French prime minister has resigned and the president has had to swiftly choose a replacement. What’s behind the chaos? Angelique Chrisafis reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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NH #741: We Are All Nuclear Radiation Downwinders – Prof. Robert Jacobs book The Global Hibakusha 1:08:15

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PERSONAL NOTE: Portrait of a playwright/podcaster in Peak Happiness with the stage of her new play, ATOMIC BILL AND THE PAYMENT DUE. Producer/Host Libbe HaLevy here. I’m in Ohio at the Wilmington College Peace Resource Center (PRC) for the world premiere staged reading of my play, ATOMIC BILL AND THE PAYMENT DUE. It’s a featured...…

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A resignation, a reshuffle and a roaring headache for Keir Starmer 23:50

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Guardian columnist Rafael Behr discusses the government’s reshuffle after Angela Rayner’s resignation as deputy prime minister, and asks whether Labour can recover from here. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Behind the scenes of the Guardian’s libel battle with Noel Clarke 33:25

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The actor claimed accusations against him by more than 20 women were false and part of a conspiracy. The Guardian’s editor-in-chief, Katharine Viner, and journalists Sirin Kale and Lucy Osborne on why the news organisation risked millions to defend its reporting. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus…

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Angela Rayner resigns – Today in Focus Extra 15:44

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Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff talks through the tax row that brought down the now former deputy prime minister. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Would you have your legs broken to be taller? 29:01

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Alongside dental work, hair transplants and nose jobs, people from around the world are travelling to Turkey to get leg-lengthening surgery. Ruth Michaelson reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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William and Kate’s big summer move as royals return to work 48:48

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Summer is officially over, children are (just about) back at school and the royals are back at work. But there have been big changes over the summer, with the Prince and Princess of Wales’s house move confirmed and a new phase for Meghan and Harry’s Netflix deal. Plus a very special moment as a WW2 veteran tore up the VJ Day script and left the Kin…

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What's happening in the Edinburgh property market? Where are the fastest sales? 14:52

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Paul and Megan are back for the sixth season of the ESPC Property Show! In this first episode back, they discuss how the summer property market looked across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Scottish Borders including the properties in highest demand. Chapters: 0:00-0:54 Intro 0:54-3:51 What happened in the summer property market? 3:51-5:15 Wh…

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NH #740: Walmart Radioactive Shrimp Recall – FFAN’s Kimberly Roberson + San Onofre RadWaste Storage Battle Heats Up – Gary Headrick 59:45

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William L. Laurence – “Atomic Bill” (l) – and J. Robert Oppenheimer (r) at the Trinity Site, one month after detonation of the first atomic bomb. Libbe’s Play: ATOMIC BILL AND THE PAYMENT DUEPremieres Sept. 9 at Wilmington Peace Resource Center Next Tuesday, September 9, my play on media manipulation at the dawn of the...…

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Strongmen assemble: Putin, Kim and Xi in Beijing 21:13

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Senior China correspondent Amy Hawkins discusses a historic week in China – including a 20-plus country summit and an unprecedented military parade – and analyses what it tells us about the country’s attempt to remake the world. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Reform UK media strategy, French Bloquons Tout protestors, new Vogue editor & the British journalist who interviewed Hitler. 42:55

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The Media Show with Katie Razzall and Ros Atkins:The Nottingham Post and BBC-funded Local Democracy Reporters have been banned from speaking to Reform UK councillors. The dispute centres on a story about local government reorganisation. Nottinghamshire Live Senior Editor Natalie Fahy joins us to explain what happened, and Kitty Donaldson, Chief Pol…

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Can the Green party’s new leader galvanise the left? 26:41

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How does Zack Polanski plan to get people talking about the Green party? Peter Walker reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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A North Korean defector on why Kim Jong Un has sent troops to Ukraine 28:20

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What does North Korea’s involvement in Ukraine mean for Kim Jong-un’s geopolitical ambitions? With Jean Lee. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Spy cameras: are you being watched? 27:14

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With tiny cameras disguised as everyday objects freely available, Anna Moore looks at the sinister ways they can be used – and the worrying rise in voyeurism cases in the UK. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian

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Missing in the Amazon: the frontline – episode six 34:02

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Revisited: According to Beto Marubo, if Dom and Bruno did the same expedition in 2025, they would face the same levels of danger. The Guardian’s Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, returns to the Javari valley and meets those risking their lives daily basis to fight the threats from organised crime. Is it possible to save the Amazon? For all…

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Missing in the Amazon: the fightback – episode five 38:24

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Revisited: Funerals are held for Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira and there is hope that the election of President Lula will mean new protections for the Amazon – and that the killers of Dom and Bruno will face justice. But organised crime is widespread and deep-rooted. The investigative journalist Sônia Bridi tells the Guardian’s Latin America corre…

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First-timers Club: What insurances do first-time buyers need? 14:47

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In this week's episode, Megan is joined by Paul Demarco from ESPC Mortgages to discuss the insurance that first-time buyers should consider. They cover everything from how to best prepare to make an offer to what happens once an offer is accepted. You can watch this episode on YouTube here. Got a question for us? Send us a text message! Enjoy the e…

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Missing in the Amazon: the ambush – episode four 25:27

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Revisited: The Guardian’s Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, recalls the moment he and others on the search team found Dom and Bruno’s belongings in a hidden area of flooded forest. The team finally discover what has happened to the men. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus…

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NH #739: Executive Order: NRC Now Tasked w/”ENABLING” New Nukes?!? Stupid/Dangerous Nuclear Languaging Tricks w/LNT – Cindy Folkers 1:00:16

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This Week’s Featured Interview: Cindy Folkers is Radiation and Health Hazard Specialist at Beyond Nuclear, with close to 20 years experience. She co-authored with Dr. Ian Fairlie the book, THE SCIENTISTS WHO ALERTED US TO THE DANGERS OF RADIATION. Here, she breaks down what’s wrong with the recent nuclear Executive Orders, including the mandate to.…

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Noel Clarke libel case, AI articles, filming wildlife 42:50

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Actor Noel Clarke has lost his libel case against The Guardian. The paper had run a series of stories containing allegations of sexual misconduct. The judgment found that the meaning of each of the newspaper’s articles was ‘substantially true’. We speak to The Guardian's Sirin Kale, one of the reporters behind the original reporting. Plus, legal co…

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Missing in the Amazon: the protector and the poacher – episode three 35:12

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Revisited: Bruno Pereira was considered one of the great Indigenous protectors of his generation. And this made him an enemy of a man called Amarildo da Costa de Oliveira, also known as Pelado. The Guardian’s Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, reports on the story of the two men and what happened when their paths collided. Help support our …

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Missing in the Amazon: the journalist and the president – episode two 30:07

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Revisited: What took the British journalist Dom Phillips from the club nights of the UK dance scene as editor of Mixmag to one of the most remote and dangerous corners of the Amazon rainforest? In 2022, Dom set off on a reporting trip with Bruno Pereira, a Brazilian expert on uncontacted tribes, into the Javari valley to investigate the criminal ga…

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On the Roseburn Path 11:24

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John Thomson a supporter of Save the Roseburn Path campaign asked us to meet him to speak about the campaign which has been active ahead of the tram consultation beginning on 25 August. Here he agrees that the campaign has been running without knowing the full details of the council proposals to extend the tram northwards to Granton where 3,500 hom…

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Missing in the Amazon: the disappearance – episode one 26:48

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Revisited: Three years ago, the British journalist Dom Phillips and the Brazilian Indigenous defender Bruno Pereira vanished while on a reporting trip near Brazil’s remote Javari valley. In the first episode of a six-part investigative podcast series, the Guardian’s Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, investigates what happened. Help support…

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Noel Clarke loses his libel case against the Guardian – Today in Focus Extra 15:25

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Investigations editor Paul Lewis talks through the Guardian’s successful defence against a libel action brought by the actor. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian