Mark Lowen
BBC's Rome correspondent. He travelled with Pope Francis over the years.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 25min
From welcome to wary: Europe's divide on migration
Jess Parker, BBC's Berlin correspondent, sheds light on Germany's shifting stance on migration since the 2015 crisis, highlighting a Syrian family's struggles with integration amidst rising far-right sentiments. Mark Lowen, a former Southern Europe correspondent, discusses newly established migration routes and the political fallout in Italy. They explore the divided views across Europe on migration policy, the challenges of identity politics, and the lasting impact of the migrant experience in shaping public sentiment.
Aug 20, 2024 • 26min
How Did the Super Yacht Sink?
Join Mike Lynch, a British tech tycoon who was on the doomed super yacht, as he shares harrowing details from the sinking off Sicily's coast. Mark Lowen reports on the challenges rescuers face while searching for survivors in turbulent waters. Katie Prescott sheds light on Lynch's tech career amidst the unfolding tragedy. The discussion also dives into freak weather conditions, like waterspouts, that contributed to the disaster and how legal battles are now intertwined with his legacy.
