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Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost

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Your ten-minute cheat sheet to the day’s news. From politics, global conflicts to pop culture, sport and everything in between. Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up — fast.

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Episode: Darren Jones not to run for PM | Largest ever maternity review | Rare red weather warning

Hosts

Wilf Frost
Co-host/Host of Cheat Sheet; Sky News presenter with a focus on brisk, informed political and global headlines.
Sophy Ridge
Co-host of Cheat Sheet; Sky News presenter known for concise, probing political analysis.
Kamali
Co-host of Cheat Sheet; Sky News contributor.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 350 ratings
  • Good news synopsis - shame about the football

    Great for a quick overview of the news. Just a shame, in my opinion, about all the football talk as not everybody is a football fan

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    YouCanLaugh
    Australia2 months ago
  • Finally found it!

    An upbeat summary of the day’s headlines - been searching for a podcast like this for years! Short, with a few bits that make it fun to listen to - well done Sky News.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Butterfly42pumpkin
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Friday?

    Have we just stopped reporting on a Friday? - seems to be a watering down of what was a good concept

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    citlecevoli
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Football

    If only they’d stop talking about football …….. every day. Were not all football fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Splint-d
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Can do Better

    Partisan commentary and swallowed words detract from what could be a great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JesleyLane
    South Africa7 months ago

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Some listeners want less football coverage and more varied politics.
A dependable, bite-sized briefing preferred by professionals on the go.
Hosts' banter is seen as engaging but occasionally polarizing.
Listeners appreciate the quick, digestible format for busy mornings.
Consistently strong on UK policy context and international headlines.

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#12
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#59
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#65
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#152
Australia/News/Daily News
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#211
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#241
Germany/News/Daily News

Talking Points

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Darren Jones not to run for PM | Largest ever maternity review | Rare red weather warning
Q: What date is being considered for the leadership handover, and is there a risk of an uncontested race?
The discussion suggests an uncontested leadership race is likely, with Darren Jones not standing and a rapid transition anticipated as the process consolidates around a new Prime Minister.
What will be in cost of living package? | Russian jets intercept RAF plane | Villa win Europa League
Q: Does Andy Burnham have to resign his position as mayor of Greater Manchester in order to stand as a Labour candidate, or can he continue in both roles until the by-election results are announced?
He can continue as mayor if he remains a candidate; if he loses, he would go back to his mayoral role. The arrangement allows him to hold both offices during the by-election period.
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Q: Why did the then Foreign Secretary David Lammy receive a formal warning after he hosted US Vice President JD Vance at his official country retreat in Chevening Kent in August?
The answer? They were photographed fishing without a license.
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Q: Who described Donald Trump as the daddy during a NATO summit in June?
That was Mark Rutter.
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Q: What organisation mistakenly leaked the budget minutes before the Chancellor was due to deliver her statement in November?
The answer was of course, the Office for Budget Responsibility.

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A fast, 10-minute daily briefing blending UK politics with international headlines, defence and security, and quick hits across economics, technology, and culture. Episodes center on leadership contests, policy shifts (inheritance tax, pensions), EU relations, and high-stakes geopolitical developments, all delivered with brisk banter between two Sky News presenters. The show is known for its concise format, rapid-fire updates, and accessible takeaways designed for busy listeners who want to stay informed without wading through longer analysis. A few recurring threads—UK-EU relations, domestic policy momentum, and notable world events—give regular listeners a reliable, bite-sized overview with a clear political leaning toward pragmatic, cent... more

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