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More or Less Inflation?
24 mei 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringInflation has fallen, but will we really notice the difference? Lees meer
Scotland editor James Cook steps in for Adam today. He talks to consumer champion Gemma Godfrey and Tim Harford, presenter of Radio 4’s More or Less, about today’s announcement that inflation has dropped below 10% for the first time since last August.
And it’s already been a very busy week in Westminster. Political editor Chris Mason talks through the latest developments.
Today’s Newscast was presented by James Cook. It was made by Ben Carter with Rufus Gray and Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The series producer was Tim Walklate. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Planet of the Vapes
23 mei 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow illegal vaping is threatening the health of school children. Lees meer
BBC chief political correspondent Nick Eardley is hosting today's Newscast. He’s joined by health editor Hugh Pym and celebrity doctor Michael Mosley to talk through the problems around illegal vaping, both inside and outside the classroom.
Jim Gamble, who was heavily involved in the investigation into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, dials in to discuss a possible development in the long-running case.
We hear breaking news from BBC politics reporter Jonathan Blake that Boris Johnson has been referred to police over further potential Covid rule breaches.
And, the BBC’s Tomos Morgan gives us the latest on the Cardiff riots.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Nick Eardley. It was made by Ben Carter with Rufus Gray and George Dabby. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The series producer was Tim Walklate. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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A Braverman Decision to Make
22 mei 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat will Rishi Sunak do with the home secretary? Lees meer
Suella Braverman says she is "confident nothing untoward happened", but has refused to be drawn over whether she asked civil servants to arrange a one-to-one speed awareness course for her.
Standing in for Adam today are Americast presenters Marianna Spring and Justin Webb, who are joined by Newsnight political editor Nick Watt and Sir Jonathan Jones, who was the government’s most senior lawyer, to take part in their very own ‘ministerial code awareness course’.
And a new investigative journalism team called BBC Verify has been launched today, tasked with countering disinformation and fact checking. But how exactly does it work?
Today’s Newscast was presented by Marianna Spring and Justin Webb. It was made by Tim Walklate with Rufus Gray and George Dabby. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The senior news editor is Damon Rose.
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Dermot O’Leary & Tina Daheley Do Newscast
19 mei 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringRadio 2 duo get the latest on the G7 summit in Japan.
Political correspondent Alex Forsyth and chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet are around to help, plus Chris Mason sends an audio postcard from Hiroshima.
Plus media editor Katie Razzall reflects on a week of Harry and Meghan's New York paparazzi incident.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Dermot O’Leary and Tina Daheley. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Ben Carter, Joe Wallace and Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham. Lees meer -
Sewage Happens
18 mei 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringLib Dem leader Ed Davey on sewage, social care, and election stunts. Lees meer
Hot off the back of big local elections gains, the Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey joins today’s Newscast hosts, BBC Presenter Tina Daheley and Scotland Editor James Cook.
Chris Mason is in Japan with the Prime Minister for a G7 summit.
And Dr Tamsin Edwards, a climate scientist at King’s College London, responds to news that global warming is set to break a key 1.5C limit for first time.
Today’s Newscast was presented by James Cook and Tina Daheley. It was made by Rufus Gray with Chris Flynn and Joe Wallace. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Stop! In the Name of Gove
17 mei 2023 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringLandlords could be banned from evicting tenants with no justification as part of a long-promised overhaul of the private rental sector in England. Lees meer
Adam and Chris question Housing Secretary Michael Gove on the new law being tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, which would also give renters the legal right to request a pet in their home.
And, he talks about reports of a rift in government over immigration plans, suggestions that the Brexit deal needs to be revised, and what those accents he did on BBC Breakfast last year were all about.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Ben Carter and Joe Wallace. The senior editor is Sam Bonham.
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Farming Todaycast
16 mei 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam opens Fleming's Farm and ploughs through trade deals, food security and labour shortages in the farming industry with BBC economics editor Faisal Islam and Anna Hill, presenter of Farming Today. Lees meer
Love Island star and sheep farmer Will Young dials in to discuss what it's like working in the profession.
And, BBC gaming correspondent Steffan Powell is in the studio to explain Microsoft's Activision takeover, which was approved by the EU but vetoed by the UK.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Ben Carter, Chloe Desave, Rufus Gray and Joe Wallace. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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God Save Loreen
15 mei 2023 · 39 min
Beluister deze afleveringTory right-wingers are getting worried about the direction of Rishi Sunak’s government. Boris Johnson’s spin doctor at Number 10, Guto Harri, tells Adam and Chris why some still support the ex-PM and what it was like listening in to his calls with President Zelensky. Lees meer
Radio 2’s Scott Mills spills the beans on how Eurovision went in Liverpool, plus MP Andrea Jenkyns sings us a special rendition of Sweden’s winning song.
And as a new exam season starts, the BBC’s education editor, Branwen Jeffreys, answers whether we’re finally back to normal after the pandemic. You may begin…
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Daniel Wittenberg with Chloe Desave, Ben Carter and Joe Wallace. The technical producer was Sam Dickinson. The news editor was Damon Rose.
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Home Truths
12 mei 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe Newscast guide to housing. Lees meer
As the Bank of England issues warnings over the offer of no-deposit mortgages, we look at the state of the housing and rental market in the UK.
Housing correspondent for the i newspaper, Vicky Spratt, tells Adam what to expect from a major shakeup of renting rules.
Estate agent Megan Eighteen tells us how industry insiders are feeling.
And Newsnight economics editor Ben Chu explains the finances behind owning vs renting, and whether housing is actually a good long term investment.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with George Dabby and Ivana Davidovic. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The news editor was Damon Rose.
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TransPennine Eurovision Express
11 mei 2023 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam gets the train to Liverpool for Eurovision, as a rail service is nationalised. Lees meer
Joining him at Lime Street station is Ben Clatworthy, transport correspondent for the Times, to discuss what the nationalisation of TransPennine Express means for passengers.
Also, with the Eurovision final imminent, the Eurovisioncast team drop in to give us a preview, and a brief on how the scoring works.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Chris Flynn, Rufus Gray and Nicky Edwards. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Newsbeatcast
10 mei 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringIt’s the BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat takeover with Pria Rai and Calum Leslie. Lees meer
Chris Mason drops in to impart his advice on presenting Newscast, and to give an update on what’s been happening in parliament today.
Health correspondent James Gallagher talks through some of the big health stories, including calls for tighter regulation around aesthetic procedures like lip fillers.
And two-time world boxing champion, Carl Frampton, opens up about mental health in sport and Northern Ireland, in his new documentary.
If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this episode, you can find help and support here www.bbc.co.uk/actionline
Today’s Newscast was presented by Pria Rai and Calum Leslie. It was made by Tim Walklate with Cordelia Hemming, Rufus Gray and Chris Flynn. The technical producer was Caitlyn Gazeley and Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Coronation Beat
9 mei 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat do we know about the law behind the Coronation arrests? Lees meer
Adam is joined by home editor Mark Easton and former chief constable of Northumbria Police Sue Sim to discuss what the arrest of six anti-monarchy protesters means for the police going forward.
Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is in Liverpool to be Newscast’s on the ground reporter as Eurovision gets under way.
And, investigative journalist Jamie Bartlett talks through his latest intriguing podcast.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Cordelia Hemming and Miranda Slade . The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The editor is Damon Rose.
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Eurovisioncast Week Begins!
9 mei 2023 · 27 min
Beluister deze afleveringLive from Måns Zelmerlöw’s bed! Listen to Eurovisioncast everyday this week on BBC Sounds, for post show reviews, backstage insights, and big name interviews. Lees meer
Today's Eurovisioncast was hosted by Eurovision winner Måns Zelmerlöw, BBC Breakfast’s Nina Warhurst, BBC News Eurovision Reporter Daniel Rosney, and BBC Radio Merseyside's Ngunan Adamu.
The podcast producer is Emma Forde. Sound design was by Nicky Edwards. The social media producer is Melanie Stewart-Smith. The podcast commissioning producer was Caroline McEvoy. The commissioning executive was Louise Kattenhorn. The senior news editors were Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.
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Coronationcast
6 mei 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringBehind the scenes on this historic day. Lees meer
We go through the best bits, talking points and chat about what it was like behind the scenes as King Charles III and Queen Camilla are crowned at Westminster Abbey.
Adam’s joined by the man who’s come to be Newscast’s voice of the "royal moment", Jim Naughtie, as well as royal correspondent Jonny Dymond.
5 Live’s Rachel Burden also joins us from the pub, and John Murray explains the difference between football and royal event commentary.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade, and Chloe Desave. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior editor is Sam Bonham.
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HRH, the PNS, and the WHO
5 mei 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringWe preview the King’s Coronation by looking at how it will compare with the past with the hosts of The Rest is History podcast Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland. Lees meer
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared that Covid-19 no longer represents a "global health emergency". Medical Editor for the BBC Fergus Walsh returns to the podcast to put the news into perspective.
And with most of England’s local election results in, deputy political editor Vicki Young helps us makes sense of what they mean for the country.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cecelia Armstrong, Miranda Slade, and Jack Taylor. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Alison Gee. The senior editor is Sam Bonham.
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Live, Laugh, Local Elections
5 mei 2023 · 1 uur 2 min
Beluister deze afleveringIs John Curtice on TV? Yes! And so is Newscast. Lees meer
The results of England’s local elections have started coming in, so Newscast have woken up early (or stayed up all night) to talk about what it all means in a special live episode, broadcast on BBC iPlayer.
Adam is joined in the studio by Laura Kuenssberg and Chris Mason fresh from reporting on the results overnight. Professor Sir John Curtice tells us how he’s crunching the numbers, Alex Forsyth calls in from Salford and Vicki Young dials in from her breakfast table.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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International Newscast
4 mei 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringIt’s local election day in England and while people are voting broadcasters aren’t allowed to report details of campaigning or election issues… so we’re going global. Lees meer
By that we mean Turkey, Sudan, Moscow and the West Bank.
The BBC’s Orla Guerin has interviewed Turkish opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu ahead of presidential elections there, Lyse Doucet has been reporting on Sudan, and Jeremy Bowen has just got back from Jerusalem.
But why are there restrictions on UK broadcasters on local election day? Adam also speaks to the BBC chief politics advisor for the lowdown.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cecelia Armstrong and Jack Taylor. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The assistant editor is Alison Gee. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Scamscast
3 mei 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe government bans cold calls selling financial products. Adam takes a look at the announcement and the world of scams with Nick Stapleton from the BBC’s Scam Interceptors and cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachey. Lees meer
BBC deputy political editor Vicki Young looks ahead to Thursdays local elections in England.
And Lisa Takeuchi Cullen, from the Writers Guild of America, talks about the US shows going dark as writers step away from their keyboards for their first strike in 15 years.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Alison Gee with Cecelia Armstrong and George Dabby. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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NHStrike a Deal
2 mei 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringMore than a million NHS staff in England are to receive a 5% pay rise, after health unions backed a pay deal with the government. Adam and Chris are joined by health editor Hugh Pym, as well as Unison head of health Sara Gorton, who chairs the joint NHS union group. Lees meer
And as the BBC launches an emergency pop-up radio service for Sudan, we hear from presenter of the first edition - Omar El Tayeb.
Journalist and podcaster Zach Stafford is also on to talk us through why, or whether, The Met Gala matters.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cecelia Armstrong and George Dabby. The technical producer Emma Crowe. The news editor was Damon Rose.
With thanks to Met Gala 2023/Vogue for the audio of Doja Cat meowing in the interview with Emma Chamberlain.
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Richard Sharp Resignationcast
28 april 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe BBC chairman Richard Sharp has resigned after a report found he broke transparency rules over his dealings with Boris Johnson ahead of his appointment. Lees meer
Adam is joined by culture and media editor, Katie Razzall, and whitehall editor at the Sunday Times, Gabriel Pogrund, who uncovered the story that prompted the report.
And we look at the present and future of artificial intelligence with AI expert Nina Schick, and Will Jackson creator of human-like robot AMECA.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The news editor was Damon Rose.
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Newscarpool Karaoke
27 april 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam pays homage to James Corden’s final carpool karaoke. Lees meer
Labour’s Shadow Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, joins him in the passenger seat and gives his take on the government’s response to the crisis in Sudan.
And, with local elections in England and Northern Ireland happening next week, Adam and Chris are joined by Professor Sir John Curtice to find out what the opinion polls suggest.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Cordelia Hemming and Chris Flynn. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Bobbies and Jobbies
26 april 2023 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringHas the government honoured its manifesto pledge and successfully recruited 20,000 police officers since 2019? Crime, justice and police commentator Danny Shaw joins Adam and Chris to fact check those claims. Also under the microscope is the government’s new target to reduce sewage overflows by 2050. Lees meer
6-Music’s resident news hound Matt Everitt also drops by for a summary of all the music-related stories, including Ed Sheeran’s plagiarism court battle with the family of Marvin Gaye.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Rufus Gray, Chloe Desave and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Escape from Khartoum
25 april 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter the first evacuation planes carrying British nationals arrive in Cyprus, Adam hears one Newscaster’s first-hand account of fleeing war-torn Sudan, and speaks to Larry Madowo, CNN’s international correspondent, from Nairobi. Lees meer
And the BBC’s media editor Katie Razzall is in the studio to tell us about three major court cases that Prince Harry has made against tabloid newspapers.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with George Dabby, Cat Farnsworth and Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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CoroNation
24 april 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringHow popular is the monarchy under King Charles? Lees meer
Adam is joined by BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell and Radio 5 Live’s Nicky Campbell to talk through new polling into the public mood ahead of the King's coronation.
And political editor Chris Mason and former head of the Foreign Office, Sir Simon Fraser, discuss the government’s options, with thousands of British citizens trapped in Sudan.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with George Dabby and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Raab Resignationcast
21 april 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringDeputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has resigned from the government after a report upheld bullying allegations against him. Lees meer
Adam is joined by Sima Kotecha, Newsnight’s UK Editor, Deputy Political Editor Vicki Young, and Lord Gavin Barwell, Theresa May’s former chief of staff.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Raabullying Probe Delay
20 april 2023 · 35 min
Beluister deze afleveringWestminster waits for report into Dominic Raab’s behaviour Lees meer
The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering the much anticipated report into alleged bullying by the Justice Secretary and Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab. Adam and Chris talk about what to expect and are joined by Sir Alex Allan, who was the government’s independent adviser on ministerial interests from 2011-2020.
Adam catches up with Lauren Mahon and Steve Bland from the You, Me and the Big C podcast. They discuss a new documentary following the last years of Deborah James’ life, as well as the impact of Covid on cancer treatments and the importance of early diagnosis.
And, in solidarity with BBC presenter Claire Frisby - who presented the news in the dark after a studio malfunctoin - Adam and Chris switch the lights off for some of the show.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Chris Flynn. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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The Most Expensive Thing Since Sliced Bread
19 april 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringWith inflation still high, when will food prices start to fall? Lees meer
Adam talks to business editor Simon Jack to make sense of today’s numbers and why things like bread and cereal cost so much.
Also, the BBC’s Sarah Smith and Jeremy Barr from the Washington Post discuss Fox News’ settlement over a defamation case with the voting machine company, Dominion, for $787.5m.
And Sophie Raworth explains what it’s like doing ultra marathons, after one recent runner had her medal taken away for driving some of the route.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Rufus Gray and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The series producer is Tim Walklate.
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More SNProblems
18 april 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe SNP treasurer Colin Beattie who was arrested by police investigating the party's finances has been released without charge pending further investigation. Lees meer
To untangle what this all means for the party and its new leader, Adam is joined by Scotland editor, James Cook, and chief political correspondent, Nick Eardley.
Also, after two major sport events are disrupted by protesters, former captain of the Wales women’s football team, Laura McAllister, and sociology professor, Dr Graeme Hayes, assess how effective protests can be in the sporting arena.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Cat Farnsworth and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The editor is Sam Bonham.
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Rishinometry
17 april 2023 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringPrime Minister Rishi Sunak is being investigated by Parliament's standards watchdog over a possible failure to declare an interest. Adam is joined by Chris to examine what it could mean. Lees meer
Also, as the Prime Minister sets up a review to tackle what he calls an “anti-maths mindset” in England, Countdown co-presenter Rachel Riley is in the studio to assess whether his plans add up.
And BBC World Service presenter James Copnall gives us the latest on the violence which has rocked Sudan’s capital Khartoum.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Miranda Slade, George Dabby and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The editor is Damon Rose.
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Leaky Friday
14 april 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringEverything you need to know about how confidential US intelligence was leaked, and who’s accused of being behind them. Lees meer
Adam is joined by security correspondent Gordon Corera, journalist for the BBC’s newly created forensic hub, Shayan Sardarizadeh, and North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher.
We also have the latest on the current junior doctors strike.
And, author and comedian David Baddiel speaks to Adam about why he doesn’t believe in a god and his theories as to why some do.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade, Rufus Gray and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Mooscast
13 april 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringPresident Joe Biden explores his family roots on his tour of Ireland and addresses parliament in Dublin. Ireland correspondent Emma Vardy and Economic correspondent Faisal Islam chat through the significance of the visit. Lees meer
After North Korea’s latest missile test sparked alarm in Japan, Jean Lee, former Associated Press bureau chief in Pyongyang and host of the BBC’s Lazarus Heist podcast, gives her take on what message the leader Kim Jong Un is trying to send.
And Adam looks at why some supermarkets are cutting the price of milk.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cat Farnsworth and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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A Musk Listen
12 april 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringElon Musk speaks to the BBC about Twitter, tackling hate speech and not posting after 3am. Lees meer
Adam is joined by the BBC’s technology reporter, James Clayton, and culture and media editor, Katie Razzall, to dissect the hour long interview.
And with the news that 248 phones are stolen in London a day, Adam speaks with consumer champion and watchdog presenter, Matt Allwright, to discuss why the police don’t investigate these crimes and what people can do to protect their devices.
If you’ve had your phone or other device stolen, the Met Police says: “It’s important victims contact the police as soon as a robbery occurs, the ‘Golden Hour’ after a robbery is critical to catching robbers.”
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Cordelia Hemming and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Biden in Belfast
11 april 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringPresident Biden visits Belfast to mark anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement Lees meer
Adam and Chris discuss what's on the agenda during Biden's trip, whether his meeting with Sunak is a "bilat" or just a coffee, and what it all means for the Special Relationship.
They also speak with Mark Lucas, who used to make party political broadcasts for New Labour, about Keir Starmer's new ads which attack Rishi Sunak and his wife.
And junior doctors across England have begun a four-day-strike seeking better pay, but how is the industrial action affecting different parts of the country? Nikki Fox, Matthew Hill and Sharon Barbour cover health for the BBC in different corners of England and join Adam to paint the picture.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Cordelia Hemming and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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He Said Xi Said
6 april 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringAs French leader Emmanuel Macron meets his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet and diplomatic correspondent James Landale join Adam to talk about China’s growing presence as a mediator in world conflicts. Lees meer
Sainsbury's has defended its new minced beef packaging after some shoppers complained it turned the meat to mush. Carbon-footprint expert Professor Mike Berners-Lee explains whether the low-plastic packaging could help in the climate crisis.
And we find out when everyone in the UK will soon hear a test emergency message on their phone.
Today’s Newscast was presented Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Adam Chowdhury and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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SNPolice Investigation
5 april 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringFormer SNP boss - and husband of Nicola Sturgeon, the former Scottish first minister - Peter Murrell has been released without charge, pending further investigation into party finances. Scotland Editor James Cook explains the background to his arrest and what this means for the party. Lees meer
Jeff Leigh-Jones, who escaped a modern day cult, joins Catrin Nye, the BBC Journalist whose new documentary uncovered how the organisation operated.
Today’s Newscast was presented Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Cordelia Hemming and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Living With Parkinson's
4 april 2023 · 25 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat’s it like to have the condition? Lees meer
Former BBC North America editor Mark Mardell joins Sima Kotecha and Marianna Spring to talk about living with Parkinson’s disease. Sima’s dad Suresh, who also has the condition, joins too.
Mark is also on hand to explain the significance of Donald Trump’s historic court hearing in New York as he becomes the first former US president to face criminal charges.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Marianna Spring and Sima Kotecha. It was made by Tim Walklate with Chris Flynn, Miranda Slade, Chloe Desave, and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Jonny Hall. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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A Striking Comeback
3 april 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringMore teacher strikes are planned... But are there others coming too? Lees meer
Alan Jones, industrial correspondent for PA, joins Marianna Spring and Sima Kotecha (who are sitting in for Adam) for a strike action audit.
After a pro-war blogger was killed in a blast at a St Petersburg cafe, the BBC’s Will Vernon is in Moscow to help make sense of what’s happening in Russia.
Also, Sima’s mum and Marianna’s dad celebrate 50 years since the first mobile phone call.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Marianna Spring and Sima Kotecha. It was made by Tim Walklate with Cordelia Hemming and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Arresting Developments
31 maart 2023 · 28 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe BBC's disinformation and social media correspondent Marianna Spring joins Adam to talk about how the world is reacting to Donald Trump's indictment online, as well as how US voters are experiencing the news on their feeds. Lees meer
The UK government says it has struck the "biggest trade deal since Brexit", but how big are the benefits for the economy? The BBC's trade and economics correspondent Dharshini David gives her analysis.
And, as The Guardian apologises for its historic links to slavery, board member and historian David Olusoga tells Newscast what the paper is doing to try to atone.
Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Madeleine Drury. The assistant news editor is Damon Rose.
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Slipping through the Net Zero?
30 maart 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringGovernment launches its new UK climate plan, but does it go far enough? Lees meer
Adam and Chris are joined by Labour’s Liz Kendall, the shadow minister for health and social care, and Emma Pinchbeck, boss of Energy UK, the energy industry’s trade association.
And the government’s former health tsar and co-founder of Leon Restaurants, Henry Dimbleby, outlines the impact he thinks obesity is having on the NHS.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason and was made by Cordelia Hemming with Rufus Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Government Barges In
29 maart 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringMinisters are exploring using ferries to house migrants. Lees meer
Adam and Chris delve into plans announced today that would see illegal immigrants housed at RAF bases - as well as suggestions they could be moved onto barges - and ask why some Conservative MPs aren’t happy.
Twitter boss Elon Musk calls for a pause to the development of Artificial Intelligence, saying it poses a threat to humanity. Adam chats with the BBC’s technology editor, Zoe Kleinman, and techy, Ivana Bartoletti, about whether we’re ready for the new tech.
And star of Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Divina Di Campo, pays tribute to Paul O’Grady.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Cat Farnsworth with Cordelia Hemming and Madeleine Drury. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Female Journalists Talk About Their Online Trolls
28 maart 2023 · 31 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, Sima Kotecha and Marianna Spring in conversation. Lees meer
In a special edition of Newscast, some of the women who regularly report on this podcast reveal the online abuse they get as female journalists.
Laura, Sima and Marianna discuss the shocking messages they've been sent, how they deal with them, and whether speaking out about trolls makes any difference.
Also, Dr Julie Posetti, from the International Centre for Journalists, explains what can be done to tackle this issue.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Cat Farnsworth. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Succession In Scotland
27 maart 2023 · 30 min
Beluister deze afleveringHumza Yousaf has been elected to follow Nicola Sturgeon as the next SNP leader and will soon become Scotland’s first minister. Lees meer
BBC Scotland editor James Cook, BBC special correspondent James Naughtie, and Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark talk about what it means for the future of Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed controversial plans to reform the judicial system after mass protests. Adam gets instant reaction from the BBC’s Tom Bateman in Jerusalem.
Today’s Newscast was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Miranda Slade, and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor was Alison Gee. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Aggrieve La France
24 maart 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringAdam is joined from Paris by Catherine Norris-Trent, senior correspondent for France 24, to explain what’s behind some of the worst days of violence since demonstrations began in January. Lees meer
Plus, Alastair Campbell, Tony Blair’s former press secretary, and the BBC’s security correspondent Gordon Corera, reflect on Iraq’s legacy in the week of the 20th anniversary of the war.
Today’s Newscast was made by Chris Flynn with Madeleine Drury, Miranda Slade, and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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A TikToking off in Parliament
23 maart 2023 · 33 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe social media app has been banned from all parliamentary phones. Lees meer
Adam and Chris are joined by the former conservative leader, Sir Iain Duncan Smith, who explains why he thinks TikTok should be banned on ministers' personal phones. He also gives his reaction to Boris Johnson's evidence to MPs on Partygate.
Tony Schumacher, Screen Writer for the Bafta nominated TV police drama ‘The Responder’, shares how the series was inspired by his own experiences as a police officer.
And, has Chris Mason managed to complete his challenge from Anneka Rice? Listen to find out!
Today’s Newscast was hosted by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason and was made by Cordelia Hemming with Cat Farnsworth and Chris Flynn. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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Partygate: The Afterparty
22 maart 2023 · 36 min
Beluister deze afleveringThe BBC's Adam Fleming, Chris Mason and Vicki Young are joined by Will Walden, Boris Johnson's former Director of Communications, to dissect the key moments of Boris Johnson’s grilling by MPs over the Partygate scandal. Lees meer
They also discuss the day’s other big Westminster stories.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason. It was made by Sam Bonham with Cordelia Hemming and Cat Farnsworth.
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The Johnson Defence
21 maart 2023 · 32 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat can we expect from Boris Johnson’s Partygate grilling on Wednesday? Lees meer
Adam is joined by Chris Mason and the Guardian’s Pippa Crerar to look ahead to the former prime minister’s much-anticipated appearance before the Commons Privileges Committee.
And Baroness Casey is in the studio to go over the details of her damning report which says that the Metropolitan Police force is "institutionally racist, misogynist and homophobic".
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Tim Walklate with Cordelia Hemming, Chris Flynn and Cat Farnsworth. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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The DUP, IPCC, RMT and Xi
20 maart 2023 · 34 min
Beluister deze afleveringA legion of experts join Adam to make sense of a busy news day. Lees meer
Chris Mason outlines the DUP’s decision to vote against the government’s Brexit plans and the move by RMT members at Network Rail to accept a pay deal.
World affairs editor John Simpson dials in with leading Russia expert Angela Stent to chew over Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow to meet Vladimir Putin.
And, can we avert a climate disaster? Tom Rivett-Carnac, a former UN adviser who worked on the 2015 Paris climate agreement, gives his assessment on the latest IPCC report on climate change.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Tim Walklate with Rufus Gray, Miranda Slade and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The senior news editor was Sam Bonham.
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Challenge Peston
17 maart 2023 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn a week that’s featured the PM’s visit to the US, a Budget and a potential resolution to the NHS pay dispute, Adam is joined by ITV’s Robert Peston to unpack a busy few days in politics. Lees meer
Legendary 90s TV show Challenge Anneka is back - the programme’s eponymous host tells us what to expect.
And the BBC’s James Gallagher and CBBC’s Dr Xand Van Tulleken discuss the latest advice from a new study into peanut allergies.
Today’s Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Tim Walklate with Madeleine Drury, Miranda Slade and Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The senior news editor was Damon Rose.
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Striking a Deal?
16 maart 2023 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringA 5% pay rise has been offered to NHS staff in England, including ambulance workers and nurses. Is it enough to stop the strikes? Adam and Chris get reaction from Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, who also gives her take on this week’s budget. Lees meer
Sara Gorton, Head of Health at Unison, has been negotiating with government on the NHS strike. She explains why they’re recommending their members back the deal.
Today's episode was presented by Adam Fleming and Chris Mason and was made by Cordelia Hemming with Josh Jenkins and Tim Walklate. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.
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The Hunt for Growth
15 maart 2023 · 29 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhat does the Spring Budget mean for the economy, and for you? Lees meer
Adam and Chris dissect Jeremy Hunt’s Budget with Claer Barrett, Financial Times columnist and host of the FT’s Money Clinic Podcast, and former Conservative chancellor Ken Clarke.
Today’s episode was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Tim Walklate with Adam Chowdhury and Madeleine Drury. The technical producers were Mike Regaard and Andrew Mills. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.