
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 106 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Why are the media so obsessed with some minority groups? Why were 5000 prize animals brought to London’s Southbank? Will the revolution have air conditioning?
Joining Carys is Phineas Harper. Phin is a British writer, founder and cultural leader. A ... more
What are the stories we think will play out this summer?
Joining Carys is Dewi Afoko. Dewi is a web developer, writer, and Carys's brother.
Dewi and Carys discuss the proposed social media ban for under 16s, LLMs and the AI IPO wave, sexual assault... more
Is it necessary to break out helicopters to cover Andy Burnham’s train journey? Why does the government continue to deny justice for victims of the Windrush scandal? Why did the FT give Nick Clegg a column?
Joining Carys is Kimberly McIntosh. Kimber... more
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
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Number 1 podcast I have been listening to now for several years. No faults!
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
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!
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!
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.
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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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