Starmergeddon (from TLDR News)

In today's episode, a returning Jack and Ben sit down and discuss whether the government have got it right when it comes to their seemingly unusual communications style on social media , as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnewsOur mission is to explain news and politics in an impartial, efficient, and accessible way, balancing import and interest while fostering independent thought.TLDR is a completely independent & privately owned media company that's not afraid to tackle the issues we think are most important. The channel is run by a small group of young people, with us hoping to pass on our enthusiasm for politics to other young people. We are primarily fan sourced with most of our funding coming from donations and ad revenue. No shady corporations, no one telling us what to say. We can't wait to grow further and help more people get informed. Help support us by subscribing, engaging and sharing. Thanks!TIMESTAMPS:Intro: 0:00Ben’s underreported story: 01:09Weird Government Comms : 05:05World Leader Leaderboard: 22:02Outro: 29:20See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Zac and Rory sit down and discuss the growing tensions across the world as Iran strikes multiple countries with rockets, Israel raises tensions with Lebanon, and North Korea removes key unification offices and monuments, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnewsOur mission is to explain news and politics in an impartial, efficient, and accessible way, balancing import and interest while fostering independent thought.TLDR is a completely independent & privately owned media company that's not afraid to tackle the issues we think are most important. The channel is run by a small group of young people, with us hoping to pass on our enthusiasm for politics to other young people. We are primarily fan sourced with most of our funding coming from donations and ad revenue. No shady corporations, no one telling us what to say. We can't wait to grow further and help more people get informed. Help support us by subscribing, engaging and sharing. Thanks!TIMESTAMPS:Intro: 0:00Rory’s underreported story: 02:07Zac’s underreported story: 061:36Is WW3 around the corner? : 12:19World Leader Leaderboard: 28:10Outro: 37:11See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Zac, Ben and Rory sit down and discuss the massive MRP poll released by The Telegraph (conducted by YouGov) which paints Rishi Sunak into a tight corner, and discuss how he might react to get out of this hole, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.🎞 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tldrnewsOur mission is to explain news and politics in an impartial, efficient, and accessible way, balancing import and interest while fostering independent thought.TLDR is a completely independent & privately owned media company that's not afraid to tackle the issues we think are most important. The channel is run by a small group of young people, with us hoping to pass on our enthusiasm for politics to other young people. We are primarily fan sourced with most of our funding coming from donations and ad revenue. No shady corporations, no one telling us what to say. We can't wait to grow further and help more people get informed. Help support us by subscribing, engaging and sharing. Thanks!TIMESTAMPS:Intro: 0:00Rory’s underreported story: 01:28Ben’s underreported story: 03:59Zac’s underreported story: 05:23Tory Polling Disaster: 07:12World Leader Leaderboard: 21:46Outro: 33:41See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Rory and Zac sit down to discuss their underreported stories, what big topics to look out for in 2024, and make their changes to the World Leader Leaderboard. TIMESTAMPS:Intro: 0:00Rory’s underreported story: 00:58Zac’s underreported story: 03:35What to look out for in 2024: 06:44World Leader Leaderboard: 22:23Outro: 34:42See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, Zac and Ben sit down and discuss ethics in politics when it comes to blatant lying following Rishi Sunak getting community noted, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The podcast discusses the underreported stories of 2023, including the ongoing civil war in Myanmar, the disconnect between perception and reality of the US economy, America's strategic advantage in energy, political turmoil in France over immigration laws, and political developments in Europe, Yemen, and Gaza.

In today's episode, Zac and Rory sit down and rate each political party in the UK on how they performed in 2023, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.TIMESTAMPS: Intro: 00:00Underreported Stories: 01:352023 UK politics in Review: 09:46World Leader Leaderboard: 42:27Outro: 49:30See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The podcast discusses the Venezuelan vote to annex part of Guyana's territory and the concerns it raises. They explore the reasons behind the vote, including a long-running territorial dispute and the influence of oil. The hosts also discuss the ongoing trend of supporting nuclear energy globally, except for Germany. They touch on the ongoing coup attempt in Guatemala and divisions within the state. Additionally, they talk about the world leader leaderboard and invite listener participation.

Discussion of the Emergency Rwanda Bill and its implications, concerns about its potential violation of international law, factionalism within the Conservative Party and the implications of Scotland's foreign policy and China's advancements in chip development, and President Lula's efforts to reduce Amazon deforestation.

The hosts rank and debate the best politicians on a leaderboard, considering recent victories, upcoming elections, and polling data. They discuss the complexity of categorizing a particular politician and explore Iran's proxy war with Israel and the US. The chapter also explores the challenges of creating a domestic economy and previews future episodes.