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This Is Why

Sky News
Donald Trump
Ukraine
Russia
Jeffrey Epstein
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
United States
United Kingdom
Immigration
NATO
Conservative Party
NHS
China
Prince Andrew
Gaza
Social Media
Sky News
Reform UK
UK Budget
Peter Mandelson

The world’s a pretty confusing place right now – so how do you make sense of it all? This Is Why takes one story every day, explains how we got here and why it matters to you. Sky News’ Niall Paterson speaks to experts and correspondents from around the world, getting simple answers to some complex questions. Available every weekday afternoon. This Is Why is a Sky News podcast – if you have a ques... more

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Hosts

Niall Paterson
Host of This Is Why
Gareth Barlow
Host of The Daily

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 950 ratings
  • Poor Journalism

    I have been a listener to “Trump 100” ever since it started. It is a great podcast giving a professional, balanced analysis.

    On today’s edition of Trump 100 there was an advert for “This Is Why”, so I thought I would give it a go.

    The first edition I listened to this morning was

    “Why your fake fashion is funding organised crime”.

    Unfortunately I was very very unhappy about the quality of the journalism in this podcast.

    It focussed entirely on the potential for knock off product revenues to... more

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    Diysteve345
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • One it was great and based, justened to the danish iv good god go woe

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    Ogetsch
    6 months ago
  • Great Pod

    I love this pod. Great content. Great length. You need to get Niall Paterson back on the telly. One of the best presenters Sky News has

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ardwark
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Thatcher

    Thatchers legacy is tainted, The Belgrano, The Miners Strike she wanted, Orgreave, Hillsborough, Savilles knighthood, Right to buy, privatisation, the UK is a mess of her making. Evil.

    Apple Podcasts
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    WillyWonks66
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great podcast

    My go to podcast when driving - Niall is an amazing presenter, keeps the podcast interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ann.AO
    United Kingdoma year ago

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It is often described as insightful and informative, suitable for understanding daily events.
Listeners appreciate the podcast for its ability to clarify complex news stories in an engaging manner.

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Why the May elections matter
Q: Why should anyone care what happens on Thursday?
The local and national elections could signal the end of the long-standing Labour-Conservative duopoly and reshape regional power, fortunes of smaller parties, and the overall political landscape across the UK.
Why Estonia is on the front line of Russia's rising ambitions
Q: Among all the lessons in the book, what is the most important for the UK to learn about Russia's threats?
The key takeaway is valuing freedom and using it to build a strong education system and a capable defense, with a sense of urgency and readiness to deter threats through national defense and alliance strength.
Why Estonia is on the front line of Russia's rising ambitions
Q: What changed after the invasion in 2022 in terms of NATO's plans for defending Estonia?
The plan shifted from a back-and-forth holding action to defense of every inch, with troops and equipment positioned near the border and a commitment to take the fight to Russia if necessary, increasing deterrence across NATO.
Why the United Nations is no longer fit for purpose
Q: Is the UN toothless, and if so, what would it take to make it effective again?
The UN is more a soft power entity than a global government; its effectiveness hinges on broad, genuine consensus among major powers and a willingness to cede some sovereignty for collective security, but reform is hampered by entrenched national interests and the veto power of permanent members.
Why is Anna Wintour the most powerful figure in fashion?
Q: What is Anna Wintour meant to you over the years?
Paula Froelich describes her as a woman who proved that a single editor could shape not only magazines but an entire industry, elevating designers and trends while maintaining strict standards and a commanding public persona.

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Focusing on daily news stories, this podcast offers in-depth explorations of significant global events to help listeners understand the complexities of contemporary issues. Each episode features discussions with experts and correspondents who break down the latest happenings, providing insights on why these events matter. Topics range from international politics and economics to societal concerns, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to stay informed in a rapidly changing world. The podcast's commitment to clarity and depth sets it apart, as it aims to transform confusing headlines into comprehensible narratives that resonate with listeners' everyday lives.

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