Jessica Murray

In this discussion, Jessica Murray, The Guardian's social affairs correspondent, dives into Birmingham's current chaos. She reveals how a strike by bin collectors has led to a rat infestation, exposing deep disparities between neighborhoods. Struggles of the workers, compounded by rising living costs, paint a grim picture of their financial instability. The financial crisis facing the Birmingham City Council is also highlighted, revealing the troubling effects of past mismanagement. Murray's insights shed light on the urgent need for change in the city's waste management and public services.

Jessica Murray, a reporter from The Guardian covering the Midlands, and environment reporter Helena Horton delve into the rising flood risks facing Tenbury Wells. They discuss the emotional and financial toll on local businesses from increasingly frequent flooding events. The conversation highlights community resilience despite governmental inaction and the urgent need for effective flood defenses. They also critique the gap between government funding promises and the reality on the ground, emphasizing the dire need for sustainable solutions to combat climate change impacts.

Jessica Murray, a Guardian Midlands correspondent, discusses the rise in popularity of American bully XL dogs and a recent attack on a girl. Bioethicist Jessica Pierce weighs in on the debate about breed banning and reevaluating expectations of dog ownership. They explore concerns about aggression, genetics, and ethical responsibilities of dog ownership.

Kiran Stacey, a political correspondent for The Guardian, and Jessica Murray, a social affairs correspondent for The Guardian, dive into the pressing housing crisis in the UK. They discuss Labour's ambitious pledge to build 1.5 million homes and the risks threatening this promise. The duo analyzes the growing internal struggles within Labour amid looming spending cuts and critiques the disparity between luxury developments and actual housing needs. They also reflect on the government's disarray and the potential lessons Labour could learn from political messaging strategies.

Climate communication experts Jessica Murray and Anat Shenker-Osorio discuss effective strategies for engaging communities on climate change. They highlight the need for unity and shared values, critique the focus on scientific facts over behavior change, and emphasize holding fossil fuel corporations accountable. The podcast also shares inspiring stories of Indigenous communities in Ecuador winning against powerful oil companies, showcasing the importance of grassroots efforts and resilience in facing environmental challenges.