Newscast
BBC News
The BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day's big stories so you're never out of your depth.Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you're ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.Newscast is hosted by trusted journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.Catch Newscast seven-days a week and watch on BBC One at 23:40 on Thursday night or later on BBC iPlayer. GET IN TOUCH:
You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscord
Send us a message or voicenote via WhatsApp to 03301239480
Email Newscast@bbc.co.uk
Or use the hashtag #BBCNewscastNewscast is part of the BBC News Podcasts family of podcasts. The team that makes Newscast also makes lots of other podcasts, including The Global Story, The Today Podcast, and of course Americast and Ukrainecast. If you enjoy Newscast (and if you're reading this then you hopefully do), then we think that you will enjoy some of our other pods too. See links below.Americast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07h19zz
Ukrainecast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0bqztzm
Radical: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0gg4k6r
You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscord
Send us a message or voicenote via WhatsApp to 03301239480
Email Newscast@bbc.co.uk
Or use the hashtag #BBCNewscastNewscast is part of the BBC News Podcasts family of podcasts. The team that makes Newscast also makes lots of other podcasts, including The Global Story, The Today Podcast, and of course Americast and Ukrainecast. If you enjoy Newscast (and if you're reading this then you hopefully do), then we think that you will enjoy some of our other pods too. See links below.Americast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p07h19zz
Ukrainecast: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0bqztzm
Radical: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/p0gg4k6r
Episodes
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Mar 20, 2020 • 35min
Last Orders
Journalist and broadcaster Emily Maitlis discusses the UK government's decision to close pubs and restaurants amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. They also talk about the economic measures announced by the Chancellor, the impact of school closures on exams, and creative ways to maintain social connections during isolation.
Mar 19, 2020 • 31min
‘STOP GOING TO THE PUB!'
Boris Johnson says that the UK can “turn the tide” on the coronavirus crisis within 12 weeks. But the chief scientific adviser says you have got to stop going to pubs and restaurants - yes, even if you’re young! And bored celebrities have been singing on social media… they mean well but it’s cringe.Producers: Ione Wells and Nick Rotherham
Assistant Editor: Sam Bonham
Editor: Dino Sofos
Mar 18, 2020 • 36min
School's Out
Boris Johnson announces that schools will close from Friday and exams will not go ahead this summer. Scott Mills is with us to talk about Eurovision being cancelled and our big boss, Lord Tony Hall, joins us for our first episode.Producers: Ione Wells and Jo Deahl
Assistant Editor: Sam Bonham
Editor: Dino Sofo
Mar 17, 2020 • 30min
‘Whatever It Takes’
The podcast features Laura Kuenssberg, Fergus Walsh, and Faisal Islam discussing the UK's financial response to the pandemic. They explore the economic stimulus packages, government decisions, and uncertainties around COVID-19 infections and immunity. They also touch on ibuprofen use for COVID-19 and the importance of following guidance and social distancing measures.
Mar 16, 2020 • 33min
'Drastic Action'
Political correspondents Vicki Young and Chris Mason, along with health and science correspondent James Gallagher, discuss the government's shift in Coronavirus strategy due to the threat of a 'catastrophic epidemic'. They delve into the challenges faced, evolving pandemic measures, European travel restrictions, balancing work and parenthood, and tips for staying active during isolation.
Mar 12, 2020 • 30min
The Coronavirus Crisis
Guests Anthony Zurcher, Emma Close, and Dino Sofos discuss the global responses to the Coronavirus Crisis, government decision-making processes, personal experiences with Covid-19, adapting to life in London during the crisis, and economic implications of increased government spending
Mar 5, 2020 • 33min
Nudecast
The podcast discusses the uproar caused by a speaker not watching Friends, the escalating COVID-19 situation in the UK and a political scandal involving the Home Secretary. It also explores COVID-19 challenges in Bethlehem, refugee politics at the Turkey-Greece border, comical news recording adventures, and playful banter about anxiety dreams and future prospects.
Feb 27, 2020 • 30min
The One with the Mandates
Brexitcast team reunites to discuss trade, Heathrow ruling, coronavirus impact, and humorous banter about Friends characters. Insightful conversations on balancing economic growth with environmental concerns, trade agreements, public health measures, crisis communication in the 2000s, and reflections on historical events shaping political choices.
Feb 21, 2020 • 36min
We're all Dommed!
All the cummings and goings in Westminster this week, including Brexit, immigration and weirdos. Adam and Chris are joined by Newsnight's Nick Watt and our old friend Vicki Young. Producer: Emma Close
Editor: Dino Sofos
Feb 13, 2020 • 35min
Get Rishi Quick
Former special advisor Salma Shah joins to discuss the cabinet reshuffle and the rise of Rishi Sunak. Topics include Tory party future, Brexit negotiations, and Rory Stewart's mayoral campaign.
