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Novara Media
The biggest stories and guests from the UK and international left. Hosted by Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Ash Sarkar, Moya Lothian-McLean, Dalia Gebrial and more.
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Jul 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
Biden’s Cringeworthy Gaffes Intensify Push for New Candidate
Joe Biden faces renewed pressure to step aside after more disastrous gaffes during a NATO press conference. Plus: Labour’s plan to solve the prison crisis; and Britain’s complicity in the Gaza genocide. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Jul 11, 2024 • 56min
Labour Under Pressure to Scrap “Cruel” Two Child Benefit Cap With 1.6 Million Affected
Keir Starmer faces renewed pressure to scrap the two-child benefit cap as new figures reveal the devastating impact of the policy. Plus: Mixed messages from Ed Miliband on oil and gas exploration licences; and Thames Water is put into special measures. With Dalia Gebrial and Mike Bankole.

Jul 10, 2024 • 57min
Starmer Lands At NATO Summit, Ignores Atrocity In Gaza
Keir Starmer has headed to Washington for the 75th anniversary of NATO. We speak to foreign affairs writer Lily Lynch. Plus: Keir Starmer shows his hypocrisy on atrocities in Gaza and Ukraine; and Labour are considering one proposal that could see thousands of prisoners released this summer. With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.

Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 2min
MPs Sworn in to the Commons, Greens & Farage Give First Speeches
Keir Starmer has been asked how he will address voters lost over Gaza. His response isn’t encouraging. Plus: Suella Braverman takes aim at the pride flag; and the Tony Blair Institute is banging the drum for AI. With Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG.

Jul 8, 2024 • 56min
Left Pull Off Shock Win in France, As Far-Right Beaten Back
The left-wing Nouveau Front Populaire has pulled off a surprise victory in the French election, beating back the far right. Plus: Rachel Reeves’ first speech as chancellor, and a controversial appointment to Starmer’s cabinet. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Jul 5, 2024 • 54min
Labour Wins Massive Majority on Low Vote Share, Gaza Costs Starmer
Labour has won a landslide majority of 170 seats. Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani break down the general election results.

Jul 3, 2024 • 57min
Tories Concede Defeat in Last Day of Campaign
With less than 24 hours to go before the polls open senior Tories have already conceded defeat. Plus: We speak to journalist Daniela Gabor about Labour’s relationship to private investors; and a Novara scoop on the man running against Jeremy Corbyn. With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.

Jul 2, 2024 • 60min
Tory Campaign Reaches New Levels of Desperation
With the Conservative campaign in tatters Rishi Sunak has resorted to a desperate new line of attack against Keir Starmer. Plus: More than 200 candidates withdraw from the French election in an effort to block the far right. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Jul 1, 2024 • 55min
Labour Plot to Replace NHS England Chair, Line up Billions in Corporate Bungs
Labour are reportedly plotting to replace the chair of NHS England with a party loyalist. Plus: France falls to the far right in the first round of elections; and a Palestinian doctor tortured in Israel’s infamous Shin Bet detention facility has spoken out. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Jun 28, 2024 • 60min
Donald Trump VS Joe Biden Debate: Are The Democrats Doomed?
Joe Biden’s performance in the first Presidential debate against Donald Trump was an unmitigated disaster. Is this curtains for the Democratic Party? Plus: We speak Green Party candidate for Brighton Pavillion Sian Berry. With Aaron Bastani.