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Broadcasting House

BBC Radio 4
Donald Trump
Labour Party
Ukraine
Keir Starmer
Israel
NHS
Gaza
Russia
United States
Iran
UK Politics
Brexit
Jeffrey Epstein
Conservative Party
NATO
Bondi Beach
BBC
Andrew Gwynne
School Holidays
Hanukkah Festival

The Sunday morning magazine programme with a fresh approach to the news and discussion about the big stories of the week. Presented by Paddy O'Connell.

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The government will give carriers extra flexibility. We've a briefing and hear from the travel industry. Plus, the glory of the dawn chorus from deep in a wood in Buckinghamshire, and Paddy tours a crumbling parliament. On the papers – comedian Grain... more

A suspect is in custody after shots were fired at the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington DC, President Trump was rushed off stage but is unhurt. We hear from inside the room. And as King Charles prepares for a state visit to the US capi... more

Donald Trump claims to have 'obliterated' Iran's navy, so why does it control the strait? BH talks to stranded tanker captain Raman Kapoor and Lyse Doucet assess the prospects for peace live from Iran. Also, Sir Keir Starmer's departure lounge, and P... more

The Sunday morning news magazine programme. Presented by Paddy O'Connell

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Recent Guests

Jason Pack
Retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent who spoke to BBC World Service
Federal law enforcement
Episode: President Trump unhurt after dinner shooting
Richard Quest
STAR CNN International's Business Coverage and host of Quest Means Business
CNN International
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Prue Leith
Dame and cooking entrepreneur
Entrepreneurial media figure
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Matthew Dankona
Editor at large of The New World; co-presenter of Two Matz podcast
The New World; The Spectator
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Lyse Doucet
Chief international correspondent
BBC
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Sir Anthony Seldon
Historian and commentator
Colleges/Think tanks
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Johnny Diamond
BBC journalist
BBC
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Jim Day
People and Wildlife Ranger, New Forest
National Park Authority
Episode: How has Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz again?
Nicholas Hopton
Former British ambassador to Iran (2016-2018)
British Government diplomacy
Episode: 12/04/2026

Host

Paddy O'Connell; Simon Jack; Jane Hill
Host(s) and contributors with BBC affiliations; frequent presenters across Sunday programming and related BBC Radio 4 content.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Jaw-droppingly Partisan

    Be a nice Sunday afternoon magazine show. Now so politically one-sided, shrill, and unobjective, it’s actually painful to listen to. Can the BBC not just make magazine programs about daily life in the UK, a bit of history, and not keep banging the one-sided political drum.

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    Timmarcj
    South Africaa year ago
  • Hit and Miss

    Sunday June 18th 2023 was a definite miss.

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    Mallarie121
    United States3 years ago
  • Jane Garvey, who is better?

    Paddy O’Connell really it’s just a nasty Tory Government mouthpiece and a Brexit dumbass.

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    asaltydog
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Jane Garvey is excellent

    This programme is so much better with Jane Garvey presenting! So nice to have a break from Paddy O’Connell’s sense of humour, which is generally outdated and spiteful. I like to tune in for a Sunday analysis of the day’s news but have started to dread his jokes - cheap laughs at someone else’s expense (normally a woman). By contrast Jane is sophisticated, clever and naturally witty. I hope they replace Paddy with Jane, or at least tell him to stop trying to be funny and stick to the news.

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    winchestersamantha
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • So much

    2 much for me it makes me sad 😭🤧😭🤧

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    Peterbees
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host(s) are highly regarded for warmth and wit, though opinions on political balance vary across reviews.
Listeners appreciate the show's breadth, mixing hard news with cultural segments and human-interest stories.
Guests are seen as credible and diverse, contributing valuable expertise across topics.
Some comments note inconsistency in podcast availability or technical issues as a recurring frustration.

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President Trump unhurt after dinner shooting
Q: What happened at the Washington dinner?
Shots were fired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner; President Trump was unharmed, and security promptly contained the threat.
Iran war enters second month
Q: What is the likely impact of the Iran war on domestic energy costs?
The guest explains that oil price shocks and restricted supply could lead to higher petrol and energy costs, reinforcing the argument for increased domestic energy production and energy security measures.
Israeli military warns that Tehran could target London
Q: How seriously should we take the threat that Iranian missiles could reach London?
Experts express that the threat is taken seriously, but emphasize measured defense planning and reliance on allied intelligence and NATO standards rather than inflating the immediacy of the danger.
More trouble for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Q: Will Andrew be treated fairly under the process?
Alva Ray expresses her hope that Andrew will testify, considering the British government seems willing to intervene if necessary.
More trouble for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Q: What do you make of that?
Rachel Maskell stresses the importance of accountability and the need for a proper investigation into the allegations against Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

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A weekly Sunday magazine blends hard international and domestic news with cultural and human-interest segments. Episodes frequently feature high-profile politicians, diplomats, space and science guests, as well as industry experts and journalists, creating a broad, multi-disciplinary discussion that sits between hard current affairs and lighter cultural features. The format tends to weave live briefings, expert analysis, and personal stories (from astronauts to Parkinson's communities) into a coherent, accessible narrative. Notable strengths include a diverse guest mix, strong host rapport, and a willingness to cover complex geopolitical topics alongside arts, travel, and human-interest pieces. This makes it appealing to listeners who want ... more

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2. Richard Quest
3. Prue Leith
4. Matthew Dankona
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6. Sir Anthony Seldon
7. Johnny Diamond
8. Jim Day

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