
Phil Hammond
Journalist and broadcaster specializing in health and medicine. Contributes to Private Eye magazine and discusses the Lucy Letby case.
Top 3 podcasts with Phil Hammond
Ranked by the Snipd community

95 snips
Feb 25, 2025 • 50min
134: Mega MAGA
Phil Hammond, a journalist and broadcaster specializing in health and medicine, discusses the pressing issues surrounding the Lucy Letby trial and ongoing debates about its handling. The conversation dives into the larger context of right-wing politics, especially the rise of the 'mega-maga' movement and the evolution of political events like CPAC. Additionally, there's a humorous take on the peculiarities of societal masculinity as seen through bizarre spectacles involving figures like Elon Musk. The importance of systemic reviews in healthcare is also emphasized.

9 snips
Aug 18, 2021 • 32min
64: MD and Megaliths
Phil Hammond, a prominent medical correspondent, shares insights on the future of Covid, touching on vaccine strategies and the balance between public health and personal freedoms. Jane Mackenzie dives into the contentious issues surrounding Stonehenge, discussing traffic congestion caused by tourism and the proposed solutions like a tunnel. They delve into the complexities of preserving this ancient site while addressing modern infrastructure needs, underscoring the importance of heritage in decision-making processes.

5 snips
Mar 20, 2024 • 40min
101: Private Eye's Privat-ised
Exploring implications of NHS privatization, challenges of private providers in NHS treatment, concerns and support for physician associates, staff concerns in gender identity services, promoting patient safety, and healthcare priorities in political manifestos.