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 | 150 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews CommentaryNews | |||
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This week your Media Storm hosts Mathilda and Helena answer all your questions - from hellish headlines to book recommendations to life with or without a fringe.
Some current affairs are covered, including the Manchester synagogue attack and an upda... more
We recorded this episode in the knowledge that Israel's planned illegal interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla was imminent. Overnight, the abduction of its passengers begun, and at time of upload, it is still ongoing.
Israeli military vessels at... more
Whether it's the Reform Party weaponising women's safety, Donald Trump diminishing domestic abuse, or worrying stats about girls' safety in schools, you don't have to look far to see that discrimination against women still exists - and is often aide... more
It's time for another News Watch, helping you get your head around the headlines.
This week we start by looking at Trump’s new Caribbean front in the ‘war on terror’, and rising authoritarian usage of “anti-terror” laws in the West.
Helena reflects... more
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- Everyone should be made to listen
What these girls do is phenomenal. Unbiased reporting on the world’s stories that the lazy big name tabloids and media only want to monetise, which leads to skewed coverage. Love what you do, keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5Skysie
United Kingdom3 months ago - Great clarity
Such a great example of sharing knowledge and wisdom from different perspectives so that stories can be better understood. I really appreciate the times I get clarity from issues that have left me discomfited but I can’t explain why until listening to an episode of this podcast. I also really appreciate that Helena and Mathilda will share their disagreements which is the only way to maintain authenticity and allow you t hold differing views and that be ok because the world is not black and white... more
Apple Podcasts5Aly123B
Australia4 months ago - Rape of the record
I have just listened to this podcast. As a survivor I have wondered about trying to get my attacker prosecuted. But after hearing this it just does not seem to be worth it.
I was shocked by mp’s and government to help victims.
Apple Podcasts5P##s offUnited Kingdoma year ago - YES! ! 🙌 MORE PLEASE 🙏
I just came across this podcast today and having now binge listened to a bunch of episodes I can highly recommend! Thank you for all you are doing to profile diverse, underrepresented & yet totally relevant, eloquent & BRILLIANT voices& perspectives on topical issues. Keep up the good work 💜
Apple Podcasts5Iam_AmbzUnited Kingdoma year ago - This is what journalism should be
Incredible podcast highlighting the voices that we should be hearing more from in the mainstream media.
Helena & Mathilda are setting the example to be followed. The integrity, empathy and awareness that they consistently bring to difficult topics is invaluable and hard to find in the current climate. I would recommend everyone to listen.
Apple Podcasts5jhm112Australiaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #93 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #238 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #125 |  France/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  Germany/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  New Zealand/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #142 |  Ireland/News/Politics |
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A platform that centers the voices of marginalized communities, this podcast critically engages with current events, news narratives, and social justice issues. Hosts facilitate deep conversations with a range of underrepresented individuals—such as refugees, activists, and whistleblowers—shedding light on their lived experiences and the systemic injustices they face. Each episode not only covers essential topics like immigration, women's rights, and media representation but also emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the complexities behind the headlines. The commitment to investigative journalism and authentic storytelling allows the audience to navigate today's media landscape with a more informed perspective.
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Media Storm launched 4 years ago and published 150 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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1. Eliza Hatch
2. Various Activists
3. Issy Vine
4. Nazanin Boniadi
5. Phoebe Greenwood
6. Abeer Ayyoub
7. Katy Montgomerie
8. Amanda Kamanda
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