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Newscast

BBC News
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Iran
Donald Trump
Andy Burnham
United States
Peter Mandelson
United Kingdom
Jeffrey Epstein
Reform UK
Greenland
UK Politics
Venezuela
Makerfield
NATO
Conservative Party
Ukraine
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Strait Of Hormuz
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The 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

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Latest Episodes

Andy Burnham has gone from metro mayor to prime minister-in-waiting.

When did he decide to make the move against Starmer, and how’s he done it?

Chris Mason and Faisal Islam are in Sheffield for the Crossed Wires podcast festival for a special episo... more

Today, two teenage boys who raped girls in Hampshire have been given four years' detention after the Court of Appeal changed their sentences. A third boy’s youth rehabilitation order was left unchanged.

UK correspondent, Daniel Sandford was at the c... more

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Today we look at how President Trump made more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency in his first year back in office.

The President’s mandatory financial report revealed that he also earned millions from real estate and Trump-themed items. But the Wh... more

Today, Keir Starmer has unveiled the long awaited defence investment plan which promises an extra £15 billion to help equip the armed forces for the future.

Despite being one of the difficult issues which ultimately helped bring about his resignati... more

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Ed Hawkins
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Kevin Fitzpatrick
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4.4 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • Can be decent but …..

    Used to be absolute mandatory listening and now fluctuates between good bad and indifferent. Laura Kuenssberg must go down as one of the best journalists whilst being the singularly most irritating and as such it makes the podcast almost unlistenable

    Apple Podcasts
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    MartyFarty
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • I’m done

    Been a subscriber for years, but I’m done. Impartiality? Today’s episode was like listening to a Party Political broadcast. But for Trump

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MHD_68
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Enjoyable podcast

    Excellent podcast. I enjoy my daily update and the presenters are informative yet they have a good rapport. Nice to have the mix of the seriousness of current events with a joke here and there. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nixrog
    United Kingdom3 months ago
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    Not everyone has the same opinion and because I don’t like certain podcasts none of my reviews get posted sad If u ask me

    Apple Podcasts
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    NEson30
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great but….

    Where did the BBC style manual go ? Capitalisation of non-nouns in triple is distinctly Trumpian .

    Journalism and explanatory chat is excellent .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimeonJG
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Fight or Go? Keir Starmer Considers His Next Move
Q: What are observers predicting about the timing of any leadership change?
Analysts expect that if Starmer fights or a transition occurs, the discussions will accelerate in the coming days, with potential resignations in play and a move toward a transition by mid-July or soon after.
Fight or Go? Keir Starmer Considers His Next Move
Q: What are the main options for Keir Starmer right now?
The host outlines that Starmer could either remain and fight or step aside for a transition, with supporters arguing over the best move and several ministers and allies weighing in on realism and political risk.
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Q: What are you sensing about the leadership and policy direction for Andy Burnham as he moves into government?
There is optimism about devolution and stronger regional powers, but also concern about delivering tangible reforms quickly and maintaining civil service discipline and credibility.
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Q: What do you think about that timing?
The timing is challenging but necessary; the leadership transition needs to balance urgency with stability, allowing policy and governance reforms to proceed without prolonged vacuums.
The Keir Starmer Interview: The Analysis
Q: Will you stand and fight if there is a leadership contest?
Starmer acknowledges the possibility and frames his stance around duty and service, indicating he would engage if the scenario arises, but avoids committing to specifics about timing or outcome.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Newscast

What is Newscast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A compact daily briefing that stitches together UK and international politics, economics, and policy with live reporting, expert analysis, and concise rundowns of the day's biggest stories. Recurring threads include Westminster politics, party leadership dynamics, by-elections, and major policy debates (from taxation and welfare to infrastructure and climate). Episodes frequently blend brisk roundups with in-depth context from BBC specialists, live reporting from festivals or the Westminster circuit, and accessible explanations of complex legal and economic issues. Notable strengths include a long-standing roster of trusted BBC journalists, a clear emphasis on policy implications for voters and markets, and a knack for translating fast-movi... more

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Newscast launched 9 years ago and published 2012 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Newscast include:

1. Daniela Relph
2. Ailbhe Rea
3. Sienna Rodgers
4. Ed Hawkins
5. Peter Carr
6. Luke Trill
7. Kevin Fitzpatrick
8. Zoe McKenzie

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