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Over The Top Under The Radar

Carys Afoko
Labour Party
Donald Trump
Racism
Gaza
Climate Change
Reform UK
Diane Abbott
British Politics
UK Politics
Windrush Scandal
Antisemitism
Green Party
Keir Starmer
Reform Party
Nigel Farage
Ambani Wedding
Political Violence
Identity Politics
Thames Water
UK Budget

Ever wonder why some stories get endless media attention and others barely get a look in? Carys Afoko takes a critical look at the week's news agenda to pick out the stories being over-reported and the ones flying under the radar. If you like the show and want to access bonus episodes you can support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/c/OverTheTopUnderTheRadar

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What are teenagers going to do now there’s a social media ban? Does giving the US use of our air bases make us safer? And what’s the difference between UFC and MMA?

Joining Carys is Banseka Kayembe. Banseka is the Founder and Director of Naked Polit... more

Is there any power left in campaigning? Is university worth it? And what’s happened to the World Cup song?

Joining Carys is Pat Younge. Pat is a former Chief Creative Officer for BBC Television production and former President/General Manager of US c... more

Where is the accountability for the people who wield violence on behalf of the British state? How are communities in Durham standing up to Reform? And is Peter Mandelson kind of basic?

Joining Carys is Daniel Trilling, a journalist and author based ... more

What has the mainstream media missed in its coverage of the updated EHRC code of practice? What conditions are needed to support different modes of justice? And how many comebacks does Tony Blair get?

Joining Carys is Nim Ralph, a writer, trainer, f... more

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Recent Guests

Ella Gilbert
climate scientist, Antarctic expert, cloud nerd
Independent climate science communicator
Episode: Trump & King Charles, AMOC Collapse, Westminster Drinking & Super El Nino - w/ Ella Gilbert
Alona Ferber
Senior Editor at Prospect Magazine, Journalist Editor
Prospect Magazine
Episode: Strait Of Hormuz, Melania Trump, The Maternity Crisis & The Telegraph - w/ Alona Ferber
Banseka Kayembe
Founder of Naked Politics, journalist
Naked Politics
Episode: Israel's Racist Death Penalty, Patrice Lumumba & GB News - w/ Banseka Kayembe
Odanga Madung
Kenyan data journalist and researcher, guest for the week
Episode: The Influencer Exodus & Louis Theroux vs The Manosphere - w/ Odanga Madung
Adam Green
Advocate/activist guest from the Progressive Change Campaign Committee
Progressive Change Campaign Committee
Episode: US Politics Special w/ Adam Green
Ben Hurst
Activist, educator, public speaker; head of facilitation at Beyond Equality
Beyond Equality
Episode: Mandelson's Payout, Iran's Supreme Leader & GenZ's Gender Views w/ Ben Hurst
Busayo Twins
Activist, political influencer, creator of Everything Is Political
Everything Is Political
Episode: The Green Surge, Anthropic AI & The US-Israel Attack On Iran - w/ Busayo Twins
Phineas Harper
Writer, founder, cultural leader with a background in architecture and journalism
Independent writer and cultural leader; former Open City executive
Episode: Mandelson Arrested, Greens In Gorton & Denton & BBC's BAFTAs - w/ Phin Harper
Kimberly McIntosh
Writer, policy expert and author
Episode: Reform Candidate Says Tax The Childless & Jim Ratcliffe's Immigration Waffle - w/ Kimberly McIntosh

Host

Carys Afoko
Host of the show; guides the episode, introduces segments, and steers discussion.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 365 ratings
  • Impeccable Podcast

    Number 1 podcast I have been listening to now for several years. No faults!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SonOfBigswig
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • This pod: a rest from podcast individualism: hooray for a common, warm voice: class!

    I feel team Carys and Gary intrinsically understand that what we ‘have’ has evolved from what we’ve all contributed and we’re all involved.

    Friends of how the world has/had been/is (and could be) across society: great work Over The Top Under The Radar

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soapsoane
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Just perfect

    This is a great podcast, differs from any other current affairs pod! I like that they don’t just spend time talking about the headlines, there is always something new and they do not talk endlessly!

    Also loved the 9th May episode and the VE Day comment, as Greek living in the UK always feel offended by the lack of awareness of what other countries did for the war and of what Churchill did to some of these countries right at the end of it!

    Worthy of your time and money!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ΔέσποιναΤ
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Finally,

    It is hard to find discourse about UK and world politics that does not speak through a lense of comfort and proximity to the status quo and/or media political infrastructure. This isn’t that ! Serious, grounded, Fearless and Blackety Black Black. If I’m listening to the usual suspects I better makes sure that this is my first course Sign me up . Patreon too. Because I can’t risk loosing this vital addition to the landscape! Well done team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R-OA
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Half-baked Tory talk

    Two blinkered right wingers chat about politics while trying to avoid admitting the left exists. It’s like a small brained version of that one with Rory and Alistair.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    softandfruity
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some episodes polarize, with callers noting strong left-leaning bias and critique of mainstream outlets.
Popular for its transparency about Patreon and community engagement.
The show has a warm, smart, and fearless voice with strong depth across topics.
Listeners appreciate thoughtful, nuanced debates that challenge the status quo.
Many praise the hosts for balancing rigor with accessibility and humor.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Influencer Exodus & Louis Theroux vs The Manosphere - w/ Odanga Madung
Q: So tell me about your Over The Top for the week.
Odanga introduces the Great Exodus of Influencers from the Middle East, framing it as a rights-based discussion that links migrant labor with the treatment of expats and influencers alike.
Why You Should Run For Something with Amanda Litman
Q: What happens next if someone wants to run for office?
You sign up at runforwhat.net to receive information about running and join the Run for Something community for guidance.
Why You Should Run For Something with Amanda Litman
Q: Do you feel like that's a deliberate tactic, strategy of the Trump administration to just have you feeling overwhelmed and bamboozled by all of the news?
Yes, they want us to feel like we're suffocating and drowning in information; it's a shock and awe tactic.
Why You Should Run For Something with Amanda Litman
Q: What does it feel like to go from that to this?
It's a reminder that things can change fast, and we actually have a lot of agency.
Live From The Belfast Book Festival
Q: What are your thoughts on the scrutiny faced by female politicians?
They both agree that female politicians face heavy scrutiny but it often differs depending on their political affiliations and identities, with unique challenges for women from underrepresented groups.

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This program routinely scrutinizes the week's news agenda to surface stories that are over-reported versus those that fly under the radar, often tying media framing to political and social power. Episodes blend sharp media critique with grounded on-the-ground organizing, featuring guests from climate activism, journalism, and political commentary. A standout quality is the host duo's ability to fuse rigorous analysis with accessible, human-centered storytelling, frequently challenging mainstream narratives and highlighting grassroots responses. Overall, it's a left-leaning, media-skeptic show that appeals to listeners who want context, nuance, and accountability in current events.

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2. Alona Ferber
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4. Odanga Madung
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7. Busayo Twins
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