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://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere
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://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere
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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Sep 29, 2023 • 31min
U K Economy?
The podcast discusses the state of the UK economy, including topics such as energy tariffs, tax burden, Milton Keynes' growth and challenges, showbiz contributions to the economy, the growth of the CBI, and heartwarming listener experiences.
Sep 28, 2023 • 35min
Breaking GB News: Ofcom Investigates
Ofcom investigates a sexism row on GB News. Former advisor to Liz Truss talks about writing a conference speech. Greening gives her thoughts on HS2's future.
Sep 27, 2023 • 37min
Breaking GB News: The Ava-Santina Interview
Ava-Santina shares her feelings about the misogynistic comments made by GB News presenter Laurence Fox. They discuss the approval of the UK's largest untapped oil field and the need for renewable energy. The chapter also touches on online harassment and the lack of protection for women.
Sep 26, 2023 • 40min
The Ed Davey Train: Lib Dem Conference
Sir Ed Davey launches an attack on the Conservative government's NHS record, Lib Dem MP Christine Jardine discusses party policies, and Lord Dubs joins to debate the Home Secretary's speech on migration.
Sep 25, 2023 • 33min
Why Are The Police Putting Down Their Guns?
Metropolitan Police officers step back from firearms duties after officer charged with murder. Harriet Wistrich discusses the case of Jean Charles de Menezes. HS2's future is debated by transport correspondent Katy Austin, Bev Craig, and Anna-Jayne Hunter.
Sep 24, 2023 • 25min
Are Government Putting the Brakes on HS2?
Victoria Derbyshire, Rachel Johnson, and Henry Zeffman discuss the government's indecision on HS2 and the upcoming general election. They also touch on early morning routines, the strategy of the Liberal Democrat Party, NHS waiting lists, and government policy changes.
Sep 23, 2023 • 29min
What REALLY Happens at Party Conferences?
Salma Shah, former Conservative adviser, and Marie Le Conte, political journalist, discuss party conferences and the latest policy announcements from the government, Labour party, and Liberal Democrats. They also talk about the challenges of finding consensus on policies, altered plans, electioneering tactics, and the significance of political slogans. They analyze the effectiveness of political party slogans and share personal anecdotes from party conferences.
Sep 22, 2023 • 30min
Labournomics: Ask Reeves
Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor, discusses Labour's position on various topics such as giving more power to the UK economic watchdog, Keir Starmer's comments on common ground with the EU, and Labour's stance on HS2. Other interesting topics include government investment in the economy, Bank of England's interest rate decision, energy bills and proposals, and lack of holidays in the Reeves household.
Sep 21, 2023 • 32min
The Murdoch Succession
Former editor of The Sun, Kelvin MacKenzie, PoliticsJOE's Ava Santina, and former Boris Johnson adviser Cleo Watson join to discuss Rupert Murdoch stepping aside as chairman of Fox and News Corp. COP26 President Sir Alok Sharma shares thoughts on Rishi Sunak's pivot on net zero plans. Topics include Murdoch's retirement, UK's leadership in climate action, Brand Britain's reputation, and personal choices on vegetarianism and meat reduction.
Sep 20, 2023 • 39min
Climate (Policy) Change
Chris Mason, Faisal Islam, Sadiq Khan, and Marianna Spring discuss topics like net zero future, political strategy, heat pump transition, recycling standardization, business response to investments, and the impact of TikTok frenzies.
