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A recent episode of Radio 4's Inside Health, presented by James Gallagher, reported a groundbreaking advance in the biomedical study of ME - myalgic encephalomyelitis, sometimes known as chronic fatigue syndrome. On Feedback, we've heard from listene... more

Illuminated is Radio 4's home for powerful, original audio storytelling - and recently we've heard from listeners who were moved by a documentary called Functioning, about the effect of alcohol addiction on two women's lives. Andrea Catherwood talks ... more

The main news this week has been about the US-Israel attacks on Iran - but how is BBC Radio handling its coverage? We'll hear from you on the situation.

And in light of that, is there a chance that more and more people might be switching the news of... more

The war in Ukraine is still raging on, but is BBC Radio's coverage being faded out? Regular episodes of hugely popular Ukrainecast stopped before Christmas 2025, although the BBC has stated that they will produce pop-up episodes at particularly urgen... more

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Rutger Bregman
Dutch historian and author
Episode: The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
Richard Fenton-Smith
Current editor of From Our Own Correspondent
BBC Radio 4
Episode: The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
Anna Foster
Today presenter and correspondent
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Episode: The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
Misha Glennie
Former Central Europe correspondent
BBC
Episode: The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
David Larter
Former cricketer and participant in the Ashes Tour of 1962
Northamptonshire County Cricket Club
Episode: Mark Steel's in Town. Materials of State. Test Match Special Podcast - Interview of the Year nomination.
Stephan Shemilt
Cricket correspondent who interviews David Larter
Episode: Mark Steel's in Town. Materials of State. Test Match Special Podcast - Interview of the Year nomination.
Darren Harriott
Comedian and creator of the series Father Figuring who reflects on modern fatherhood.
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Episode: Father Figuring, BBC Radio Scotland Cuts, and a Bruce Springsteen VoxBox
Julia McKenzie
Commissioner for Comedy and Entertainment at Radio 4
BBC Radio 4
Episode: Call Jonathan Pie, and Life Changing
Dr. Sian Williams
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Host

Andrea Catherwood
Host of Feedback

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • BBC

    What a disgrace you have become you are indeed very reminiscent of The Sun paper

    You have lost moral ethical integrity

    And going to Dong of piped piper who is taking off cliff edge

    What are doing?

    Nestling in with such hatred biased news by supporting far right extremism?

    Do you understand what fairness is?

    Are you in fact aligned with extremism?

    I ironically switched on to listen to this podcast and this is great listen BUT the BBC leadership needs to change

    It’s toxic racist and anti s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    lovealways#
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • What a shame Roger Bolton has gone...

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Glossop Android
    3 years ago
  • Irritation!

    Out of their comfort zone very tedious with often rather singular participants. Would prefer more views on radio generally rather than wasting space on this irritating feature.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Grandmatriarch
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Time to tune out

    This would be a useful programme if anyone from BBC management ever turned up to answer questions.

    I have recently started to listen to Times radio for my morning news and it’s an improvement on the Today programme. There is an additional benefit of no continuity announcers with their wacky accents and no interminable adverts for BBC sounds. In the meantime I have unsubscribes from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    middle stump 1
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Old reviews!

    Nothing up to date on these reviews. I’m not surprised, just pressed unsubscribe button myself. Nearly 40 seconds of snippets that you’re going to hear in a moment as an intro. Members of the public ‘out of their comfort zone’, but they’re not really. Nothing of interest at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    a chiles
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Varied opinions; some listeners feel the show covers timely, important topics well, while others view it as polarizing or biased in places.
Feedback on production quality and listener involvement is common, with praise for engaging formats and occasional criticism of pacing or scope.
Listeners appreciate candid conversations and guest diversity, though some criticize it for perceived repetitiveness or edge in criticism.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
Q: Do you regret that it had to be edited after the lecture was given?
The personal feelings of the commissioner are not relevant; the decision was based on compliance with legal advice.
The Reith Lectures, and From Our Own Correspondent at 70
Q: Can you explain from your point of view what happened?
The decision to edit the line was made on legal advice, despite it having gone through the full editorial process originally.
Swear Words and Hearing Loss on Radio 4
Q: How does it work with producers in regard to the use of strong language or racial abuse in a programme?
Producers must discuss any strong language they wish to include with Roger Mahony, who considers the context and editorial purpose of the language.
Mark Steel's in Town. Materials of State. Test Match Special Podcast - Interview of the Year nomination.
Q: How does traveling to different places influence your understanding of the UK?
Mark notes that he has learned that various negative stereotypes about places are often untrue and that most people demonstrate friendliness and enthusiasm about their local areas.
Mark Steel's in Town. Materials of State. Test Match Special Podcast - Interview of the Year nomination.
Q: Do you think it would work for an American audience?
Mark believes the show is very British and may not resonate the same way in America, where perspectives on places are likely different.

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A lively forum focused on media, journalism, and public discourse, with frequent forays into editorial decision-making, censorship, and how broadcasting shapes public conversations. Episodes regularly feature debates about language on air, coverage of international crises, and the balance between entertainment and informative reporting, often pairing reviews of BBC programming with listener feedback. Noteworthy is the mix of veteran media staff, public figures, and occasional comedians or authors, which keeps conversations accessible while touching on industry pressures, trust in media, and evolving listenership in the digital age.

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1. Last Word
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How many episodes of Feedback are there?

Feedback launched 17 years ago and published 475 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 Feedback include:

1. Rutger Bregman
2. Richard Fenton-Smith
3. Anna Foster
4. Misha Glennie
5. David Larter
6. Stephan Shemilt
7. Darren Harriott
8. Julia McKenzie

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