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Our monarch celebrates his milestone birthday with the launch of a food-poverty campaign. King Charles’s choice to continue his royal work on his birthday. Why he’s in a rush to ‘make up for lost time’. The Standard’s Robert Dex describes how the King celebrated his birthday, and columnist Melanie McDonagh discusses how King Charles has featured on the Evening Standard front pages over the years. In this episode:The King’s ‘fascinating’ work examinedHis relationship with Prince HarryWill Charles pass the environmental campaign baton to Prince William? Charles’s ‘awkward’ look on becoming a young PrinceToday’s front page cover explainedFollow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Suella Braverman sacked as Home Secretary in Rishi Sunak’s cabinet reshuffle. A surprise return for David Cameron. Is his appointment democratically legitimate? Our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil explains the controversy around Mr Cameron’s return, and what Suella Braverman might do next. In this episode:Did Suella orchestrate her sacking to begin leadership bid?How David Cameron’s return stole the headlinesWhy MPs might be frustrated with the former PM’s returnIs this a sign of the Conservatives going more centrist?Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where to go and why some spots are better...you might be surprised by what makes some places greener.Our sustainable travel expert Juliet Kinsman and Jon Weeks discuss what makes some countries and regions a better choice if you’re striving to be an eco-friendly adventurer and Juliet explains why the key to more economically and environmentally sustainable trips can be venturing off-season.In part two, Randy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, explains how they determine which destinations are doing the right thing, the importance of 'speaking up' and how they're targeting mainstream travel firms to make sustainable changes.Find out what else we're exploring as part of our Sustainable Travel campaign here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tens of thousands of protesters are expected to take to the streets of London on Saturday to demand a ceasefire in Gaza.The demonstration coincides with Armistice Day, when a number of large events are already due to take place. Including a two-minute silence at the Cenotaph in Westminster for fallen servicemen and women. Nicholas Cecil, our Political Editor, discusses the division of opinions from different sides of the political spectrum, as well as the backlash over the Home Secretary’s public criticism of the police.In part two, John Dunne, the Standard’s crime reporter, analyses the scale of the task the Met faces when it comes to policing London this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Lewis reveals its venus flytrap mascot. Dancing dolls, a raccoon and singing oven gloves. Bublé, Reynolds and Astley: this year’s celeb-filled features. How brands are ripping off the same story line. Are people getting sick of annual xmas ads? Our Culture Writer Vicky Jessop reviews this year’s Christmas TV ads, and considers how they’ve evolved over the years. In this episode:Clothing brand Barbour’s Shaun the Sheep collabHow this year’s ads are ‘celebrities galore’John Lewis’s venus flytrap character reviewedHas this year been a stand-out year for Xmas ads? Check out our new weekly podcast series featuring London love stories with Katie Strick here.Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

London’s 54 super luxury restaurants are up from 37 last year. The £900 14 oz Tajima beef waygu steak. Restaurant clientele explained: Lambo owners, awkward couples and celebs. Business Editor Jonathan Prynn and Going Out Editor David Ellis discuss the recent rise in hyper-luxurious restaurants, and how food culture is changing. In this episode:More & more high-end restaurants opening ‘every year’Showboating, crowds, and quiet couples Why celebs avoid some high-end establishmentsOmakase: the rise in high-end Japanese sushiThe world’s wealthiest people ‘like to spend time in London’Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

King Charles III delivers first King’s Speech. Smoking, criminal sentencing and tackling consumer rip-offs. Rishi Sunak’s last-minute edit. King Charles’s body language observed. Our Politics team, Nicholas Cecil, Rachael Burford and Jitendra Joshi explain the highlights. In this episode:How will the King’s Speech be received by the public?The government's proposed leaseholds shake-upCriminal charges changingWhat happened to Suella Braverman’s proposed tent ban?Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadiq Khan leads his Tory rival Susan Hall 50% to 25% in an exclusive poll. Our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil discusses the latest poll results and Sadiq Khan’s chances of securing a third term as London Mayor. In this episode:Is Sadiq riding the wave of Labour’s popularity? Why Susan Hall’s ULEZ campaign might not help her in the long runWhat could go wrong for Mr Khan in the next six months?Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can we see more of the world for less?Our sustainable travel expert Juliet Kinsman joins Jon Weeks in the studio for another uplifting conversation about what it means to seek out greener getaways - reminding us they can be eco-friendly and also economical. In part two award-winning writer and broadcaster Phoebe Smith shares tips on how our travel money can stretch further in some destinations while also helping the places we visit.Phoebe explains why we should avoid the typical ‘instagrammable’ destinations, and reveals the benefits of asking questions while on holiday. Check out the wild camping enthusiast's feature “How to travel sustainably on a budget” here, and find out what else we're exploring as part of our Sustainable Travel campaign here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rick Astley’s famed for hits including Never Gonna Give You Up - which sparked the Rickrolling internet meme craze.But recently, the 1980s star enjoyed a renaissance thanks to a collaboration as frontman with indie band Blossoms, as a tribute supergroup playing The Smiths’ back catalogue.In this episode, you’ll hear Astley in conversation with Evening Standard commissioning editor and writer El Hunt.They discuss the Rickrolling web phenomenon, how a chance encounter with Simon Pegg led to a blockbuster music video, gigging with Foo Fighters, his views on Morrissey, researching the competition, Astley’s ninth studio album Are We There Yet? - and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.