Media Storm
Mathilda Mallinson and Helena WadiaThe multi award-winning investigative and current affairs podcast: this is news that starts with the people who are normally asked last. Media Storm is an essential guide to today’s chaotic clickbait climate. Every week, journalists Mathilda Mallinson and Helena Wadia storm through the headlines, and seeking out the voices of the most important (and most overlooked) people in the story: the ones l... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 178 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||
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- Proper independent journalism
This is such a refreshing perspective on the news, uncovering what’s really going on underneath the headlines. As an older person I particularly value Mathilda & Helena presenting viewpoints from younger people. I also enjoy hearing them share how other countries and cultures see things. Keep up the good work!
Apple Podcasts5NogginLS
United Kingdom6 months ago - Phew
Yay you are back!! Missed you and mediastorm… best podcast there is
Apple Podcasts5mummabee12United Kingdom7 months ago Far left champagne socialist nonsense and winner of multiple made up awards.
Podcast Addict19 months agoR Johnson- Highly recommended!
I have listened to many episodes of the Media Storm podcast, more than I can remember, and it did involve The Guilty Feminist (humorous and meaningful activism) in my history of audio.
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One episode, in particular, with the title
"Q&A Special pt 2: Ask your hosts anything!"
is especially GREAT; filled with interesting or fun stories, plus many good advice or useful insights. It was published for Apple Podcasts in
2025, November 27 at 13:00.
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Apple Podcasts5TL in HK, from the UK
Hong Kong9 months ago - Quality journalism
Why is this kind of journalism so rare? Finally, intelligent people presenting carefully researched facts behind the typical news headlines. Thank you for all your hard work, a fantastic antidote to the usual headlines.
Apple Podcasts5Ruth DevonUnited Kingdom10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #218 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #78 |  Brazil/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #132 |  Belgium/News/Politics |
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What is Media Storm about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program consistently centers on underrepresented voices in current affairs, delivering investigative takes on politics, media, and social justice through interviews with journalists, activists, survivors, and policy experts. Episodes frequently tackle systemic issues—from media bias and funding networks in politics to healthcare, migration, debt, and labor rights—while highlighting practical implications for policy and society. Notable strengths include rigorous sourcing, survivor and community perspectives, and a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives with constructive, evidence-based dialogue. Listeners can expect thoughtful critique of power structures, cross-border insights, and actionable ideas for civic engagement and ref... more
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2. Joshi Herrmann
3. Natasha Devon
4. Femi Oluwole
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6. John Spencer
7. Peter Jukes
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