

The Story
The Times
The Story: the flagship podcast from The Times and Sunday Times. One remarkable story, told in depth, each day. Hosts Manveen Rana and Luke Jones take you to the heart of the story you need to know with exclusive reports and investigations. Discover the story behind the story with world-class journalism from The Times and Sunday Times. The Story is available at the start of your day from Monday to Friday, with bonus ‘Inside the Newsroom’ episodes every Saturday for Times subscribers, available by connecting your subscription via Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 15, 2024 • 43min
Planet Hope: Solving hidden hunger with Felix Brooks-Church
Social entrepreneur Felix Brooks-Church discusses combating hidden hunger in Africa through food fortification, scaling up nutrient fortification in East Africa, and the impact of being a Rolex Laureate. He reflects on utilizing technology for fortification monitoring in Tanzania and shares hope for creating positive change in global health.

Jun 13, 2024 • 32min
The UK economy’s broken. Can Labour fix it?
Economics Editor Mehreen Khan discusses Labour's plan for the UK economy, focusing on growth, wealth creation, and fiscal responsibility. They explore challenges like stagnant productivity and predict radical economic measures. The podcast also touches on potential fiscal levers, comparisons with Tory policies, and the importance of generating growth for political success.

Jun 12, 2024 • 26min
Football’s civil war: Man City vs Premier League
Matt Lawton, Chief Sports Correspondent at The Times, discusses Manchester City's legal battle against the Premier League over sponsorship rules, raising concerns about financial power in football. The podcast explores potential consequences for competitive balance and implications for British football beyond the pitch.

Jun 11, 2024 • 29min
Young, French, and voting hard-right
Peter Conradi, European politics expert, discusses the rise of the hard-right in France, focusing on young voters shifting political views. Exploring the influence of Jordan Bardella, President of National Rally party, on disillusioned youth. The podcast also delves into the urgency of addressing environmental challenges and parallels far-right movements in Germany and Italy.

Jun 10, 2024 • 29min
Why are more young people getting cancer?
It's one of the world's biggest killers but cancer is usually more associated with people in the later stages of life. While that's still largely the case, increasing numbers of younger people seem to be getting the disease. So what could be behind the rise?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests:Molly Guinness, Times Radio Executive Producer.Eleanor Hayward, Times Health Editor.Host: Luke Jones.Clips: BBC; You, Me and the Big C.Get in touch: storiesofourtimes@thetimes.co.ukFind out more about our bonus series for Times subscribers: 'Inside the newsroom' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 2024 • 29min
Tracing the origin story of Taylor Swift
Journalist Megan Agnew traces Taylor Swift's origins from Pennsylvania to Tennessee, revealing her journey from teenage guitarist to pop sensation. The podcast explores Swift's upbringing on a Christmas tree farm, family support, early days in Nashville, assertive nature, and ownership of her music, showcasing her remarkable musical career evolution.

Jun 8, 2024 • 39min
Planet Hope: Respecting reptiles and rainforests with Romulus Whitaker
This is Planet Hope, a podcast from The Times in partnership with Rolex and its Perpetual Planet Initiative, hosted by The Story as a bonus weekly series each Sunday.The Agumbe, known as one of the rainiest places in India and a sanctuary to king cobras, holds one of the last surviving low-land rainforests. However, after years of logging and hunting native reptiles the rainforest, which plays a crucial role key to India’s rain patterns, is under threat. Environment Editor for The Times, Adam Vaughan is joined by one of India’s leading conservationists and renowned herpetologists, Romulus Whitaker, to learn more about the research centres that are bringing hope to the future of the Agumbe and beyond. This podcast is advertiser funded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 2024 • 39min
From the archive: One man’s mission to meet every Second World War veteran
Guest Rishi Sharma traveled the world to interview WWII veterans, sacrificing comfort to preserve their stories. The podcast follows his mission and dedication, showcasing heartfelt interactions and the importance of honoring veterans' sacrifices.

Jun 6, 2024 • 30min
France’s #MeToo moment
When the #MeToo movement first emerged in America in 2017, women in France spoke out about their own experiences, but it’s taken until this year to feel things might be changing. Is France’s glittering cinema industry, and society in general, ready to address cultural issues of consent and historical sexual abuse? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.co.uk/thestoryGuest: Caroline Séquin, Assistant Professor of History at Lafayette College.Host: Manveen Rana.Clips: France 24, Euronews, Golden Globes Youtube, Le Monde, AP News, France Inter, France 2.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.co.uk Find out more about our bonus series for Times subscribers: 'Inside the newsroom' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 5, 2024 • 30min
What the polls teach us about modern Britain
Explore the evolution of the 'red wall' concept in UK politics and the significance of 'Mondeo Man' and 'Worcester Woman'. Understand the role of polls in democracy, voter efficiency, and influencing factors in elections. Analyze British politics, election issues, post-election governance challenges, and the evolution of Labour voters and political dynamics.