
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 | 99 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Joining Carys is Fatima Ibrahim, Co Executive Director at Green New Deal Rising.
Fatima and Carys discuss the Makerfield by-election, Hi... more
Is bloc voting a useful way to understand British politics? Should Labour and The Green Party collaborate? What’s going on on houseboat internet forums?
Joining Carys is Nick Anstead, Associate Professor in the Department of Media and Communications... more
Joining Carys is Em Hilton, a writer, organiser, strategist and co-founder of Na'amod: UK Jews against Israeli occupation and apartheid.
Em and Carys discuss antisemitism, the Met Gala, the West Bank and the Samsung family’s inheritance tax bill.
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Joining Carys this week is climate scientist Ella Gilbert. Ella is an expert in Antarctic climate change and a professional cloud nerd.
Together Carys and Ella discuss King Charles' visit to the US, potential AMOC collapse, what really is a 'super e... 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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Two UK-based hosts deliver pointed weekly takes on current affairs, media narratives, and underreported stories. Across episodes they balance sharp political critique with accessible explainers, often weaving in guests to broaden perspectives on geopolitics, technology ethics, and UK policy. The show stands out for its critical stance on mainstream coverage, willingness to challenge power, and a knack for connecting global events to domestic implications, all with warmth and humor that make dense topics approachable for engaged listeners.
Noteworthy is the mix of serious policy analysis with culture and media critique, plus regular guests who bring expert or activist viewpoints. This combination may appeal to listeners who want rigorous di... more
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