Emma Yeomans
News reporter for The Times who has reported extensively on the Channel small-boat crossings and obtained and analysed distress-call data used in this episode.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 28min
Channel chaos laid bare in distress calls
Emma Yeomans, a seasoned news reporter for The Times, sheds light on the harrowing realities of Channel crossings. She shares chilling accounts from distress calls, revealing the fears migrants face on a daily basis. Emma notes how overcrowding has surged, with boats often carrying over 100 people. She discusses the evolution of smuggler tactics and the heartbreaking stories that linger in her mind, like that of an Afghan family. The conversation dives deep into the complexities of rescue efforts and the urgent need for a viable solution to this ongoing crisis.
Feb 14, 2024 • 21min
‘Russian spy in MI6’: the Afghan connection
Emma Yeomans, News reporter, The Times, talks about an alleged Russian spy who was an Afghan refugee working in the British Foreign Office. The podcast discusses his meetings with top officials and his denial of all allegations. The episode delves into his journey as an asylum seeker, loss of citizenship, and the flaws in national security assessments.
