The News Agents
Global
Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents.
They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed.
Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can listen to The News Agents on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play The News Agents"
The News Agents is a Global Player Original podcast.
For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
You can visit our website here https://www.thenewsagents.co.uk/
They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed.
Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can listen to The News Agents on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play The News Agents"
The News Agents is a Global Player Original podcast.
For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
You can visit our website here https://www.thenewsagents.co.uk/
Episodes
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May 20, 2024 • 37min
Is Netanyahu heading to The Hague for war crimes?
The podcast discusses International Criminal Court seeking arrest warrants for Israeli leaders and Hamas militants, potential consequences of the situation, past government scandals like contaminated blood products, accountability in conflicts, and the tragic helicopter crash in Iran.
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May 17, 2024 • 49min
SPECIAL REPORT: Is Putin coming for Georgia?
A special report from Tbilisi, Georgia, discusses protests against the government's controversial law, suspected Russian influence, and the country's struggle for democracy. The tensions escalate with police brutality, generational divides, and geopolitical implications, highlighting the threat of Russian interference and the complexities of Georgia's political landscape.
May 17, 2024 • 11min
Weekend Edition - The Sports Agents
Former England defender Rio Ferdinand and Jadon Sancho's former youth coach discuss mental health stigma in football, pressure on aspiring players, and Manchester City's financial fair play charges. Also, football writer Henry Winter covers Premier League and WSL season finales. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.
12 snips
May 16, 2024 • 36min
Keir Starmer's 6 pledges - Blair, Blair, Blair or blah, blah, blah
Analyzing Keir Starmer's Blairite comparisons, the evolution of Labour Party promises, and Jon's big reveal at the end. Also, insights on Georgia's democracy protests and a discussion on a forthcoming book release and tour plans.
May 15, 2024 • 34min
Do we need to crack down on 'extreme' protest groups?
Government's Independent Advisor on Political Violence, John Woodcock, discusses cracking down on extreme protest groups to enhance public safety. The podcast explores the need for new regulations, the threat of anti-democratic actions, and detailed recommendations. Additionally, political defections and a breaking news update from Slovakia add intrigue to the conversation.
May 14, 2024 • 35min
The government minister who thinks the Tories are still winning
David TC Davies, The Secretary of State, believes the Conservatives can win the election. They discuss Labour struggles, Tata Steel Works closure in Wales, political landscape challenges, and a looming Russian threat. They also touch on Georgia's foreign influence bill, Putin's enduring power, and a funny incident with a Rishi Sunak lookalike.
May 13, 2024 • 26min
Can Rishi scare people into voting Tory?
The podcast discusses Rishi Sunak's attempt to scare voters into sticking with the Tory party, critiques of political speech coherence, controversy over wearing political symbols in the civil service, analysis of Michael Cohen's credibility in the Hush money trial, and comparison of American vs. UK political campaign funding
May 10, 2024 • 23min
SPECIAL REPORT: Could Net Zero destroy a whole community?
The podcast explores the closure of Britain's last major steelworks in Port Talbot, South Wales, and the challenges of transitioning to a net zero carbon economy. It discusses the impact on jobs and the community, the transition to electric arc furnaces, corporate responses, economic benefits of renewable energy investment, and the challenges of decarbonization strategies.
May 10, 2024 • 14min
Weekend Edition - The Sports Agents
Nick Hoult from The Telegraph joins to discuss the impact of a controversial cricket rule in the IPL and player welfare concerns. The podcast also covers the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk fight, a boxing drug scandal involving Ryan Garcia, and Real Madrid's success in the Champions League.
May 9, 2024 • 38min
Will Starmer now have to let Diane Abbott and Jeremy Corbyn back into the Labour Party?
Former frontbencher Natalie Elphicke criticizes Labour for admitting her, calling for readmission of Diane Abbott and Jeremy Corbyn. Discussion on Labour's strategy, Biden potentially halting arms sales to Israel, and political dynamics at Eurovision. Topics include immigrant perspectives, blame dynamics in protests, and complexities of supporting Israel amidst ceasefire negotiations.
