Newscast
BBC NewsThe BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day's biggest news 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 news, developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.
Newscast is hosted by trusted politics and news journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, La... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2012 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNewsPolitics | |||
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Today, President Trump has repeated his threats to “annihilate” Iran in a speech at the UN General Assembly.
In a very broad speech covered Iran, Cuba, AI and the midterm US elections. And, he again clashed with reporters following a major dispute ... more
Today, we take a look at what’s happening in Europe as Germany’s Friedrich Merz faces pressure after a local election defeat. Also in the region, there has been a wave of warnings about the new threats posed by Russia.
France’s Emmanuel Macron, Pola... more
Royal correspondent Daniela Relph joins Laura and Paddy in to chat through the interview with Princess Diana’s brother Earl Spencer.
They discuss his comparisons between the press’s treatment of Harry and Meghan with Diana, the lasting impact of her... more
The parts of this interview so far released have generated lots of interest, but here we are bringing you Laura's interview with Princess Diana’s brother Earl Spencer in full.
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Niche feedback but the episode on 29/07/26 was a genuinely first rate discussion on the PMs speech today on adult social care reform and the Casey Commission. Bravo Newscast team đź‘Źđź‘Źđź‘Ź
Apple Podcasts5T'Linz
United Kingdom2 months ago - Laura Kuebssberg ruins every episode she’s in
I generally enjoy listening to Newscast and the various presenters, except for anything presented by or including Laura Kuenssberg. She tries so hard to be “part of the club” by telling jokes and ridiculous anecdotes, and using funny voices to try to be funny, which ruins the entire episode and quite frankly is annoying and is taking up listening space. 8 minutes into an episode and we still haven’t got to the interview because she is waffling utter nonsense just to be heard and get some air tim... more
Apple Podcasts3E.M82United Kingdom2 months ago - Good - but………
Excellent content but enthusiastic presentation too often slides into glib narcissism.
Apple Podcasts4Newton PointUnited Kingdom2 months ago - Anti Trump isn’t news
If it’s a new day, do try to work into the program how it’s all trumps fault.
It’s years past time to be open minded and maybe report on the news without the crutch of saying Trump - just one day per week. It just looks like you are a one trick pony with no other answers or investigation than Trump flapped his wings and everything in the news changed. Quality news organizations can look beyond this to the real story, or should.
Apple Podcasts2Future-is-bright
United States3 months ago - Upper class bias
I have as much regard for the feelings of kier Starmer as he has for the feelings of disabled people he wanted to push into extreme poverty after taking heating from the elderly.
Apple Podcasts1MissnisssyUnited Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #69 | United States/News/Daily News |
YouTube | #156 | United Kingdom/Popular Podcasts |
Spotify | #73 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #11 | United Kingdom/News |
Spotify | #128 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #14 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
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What is Newscast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A concise, current-events oriented news program that covers UK and international politics, security, tech policy, and economics through interviews with correspondents, policymakers, and experts. Episodes blend on-the-ground reporting, historical context, and expert analysis to explain why events matter—from geopolitical tensions and national policy shifts to tech regulation and social issues. Notable strengths include high-profile international guests, a balance of domestic and global perspectives, and a consistent emphasis on context and explanation that helps listeners connect the dots across stories. Potential listeners who want quick, informed briefs plus deeper dives with credible sources will likely find it valuable, while sponsors ma... more
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Recent guests on Newscast include:
1. Earl Spencer
2. Charles Spencer
3. Caroline Hawley
4. Tom Tugendhat
5. Lara Spirit
6. Ailbhe Rea
7. Ed Miliband
8. Nigel Farage
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