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The Bunker – News without the nonsense

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News without the nonsense, every weekday morning. In episodes that fit your commute*, The Bunker cuts through the noise to make sense of what’s really going on in news, current affairs, politics, economics and culture. We bring you smart explainers, interviews, fresh perspectives and under-reported stories to as a refreshing alternative to repetitive Punch and Judy news coverage. It’s the only way... more

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Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been blocked from standing as an MP sparking a fresh row within Keir Starmer’s Labour Party. What will the fall out look like? Does the PM come out stronger or weaker? Gavin Esler and Ros Taylor discuss this and the ... more

Catching you up on the big stories of the week… Trump blusters, threatens and rambles his way through the World Economic Forum week in Davos, insulting America’s allies. Where does this shitshow leave the semblance of Western security? Plus: the Chin... more

The government says it’s getting serious about childhood obesity, with a ban on junk food ads before 9pm and online. Today on The Bunker, Zoë Grünewald is joined by Dr Beverley O’Hara  lecturer in Public Health Nutrition at Leeds Beckett University t... more

Pete Hegseth is one of the most powerful people in Trump’s orbit as the self-proclaimed secretary of ‘war’.  He has a huge budget and the weight of the entire American military at his disposal. What will he do with it and why has he caused such chaos... more

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Recent Guests

Beverly O'Hara
Lecturer in public health nutrition at Leeds Beckett University
Episode: Do junk food advertising bans work?
James Rogers
Former Moscow correspondent for the BBC and Reuters, reader in international journalism at City St. George's
Episode: How the West lost Russia
Phil Tinline
Journalist, commentator, and author of 'Ghosts of Iron Mountain'
Episode: Civil War in Britain – Why the Right is hyping it
Simon Goodman
Associate Professor at De Montfort University
De Montfort University
Episode: Is Britain becoming more racist?
Rahul Sambaraju
Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Edinburgh
University of Edinburgh, soon to be at City St George's University of London
Episode: Is Britain becoming more racist?
Dr. Casey Burgett
Host of Mastering the Room podcast and author of the new book, We Hold These Truths, How to Spot the Myths That Are Holding America Back
George Washington University
Episode: Make America Invade Again – What does Trump have in store for 2026?
Beth Singler
AI and ethics researcher from the University of Zurich.
University of Zurich
Episode: What will Elon Musk ruin next?
John Elledge
brilliant journalist and writer
Episode: Best of 2025 – Flag Wars – Inside this Summer's political minefield
Daniel Dresner
Author of Theories of International Politics and Zombies and Professor of International Politics at Tufts University
Tufts University
Episode: Best of 2025 – Zombie apocalypse! – How would the world react?

Hosts

Andrew Harrison
Host known for providing insightful commentary and analysis on current affairs and politics.
Jacob Jarvis
Host known for his contributions to analysis of current news topics.
Seth Thévoz
Journalist and commentator with expertise in political analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Good advice for the Greens(party)

    Polanski unpicked : from a startlingly unexpected Green voter -nice one Seth

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ACTgreen
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Unless you’re a subscriber

    it’s a waste of time, fair enough I suppose but I think it’s past its sell by date. More ads than content.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Stevibee
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • If misandry was a podcast

    This would be its first born.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • Great Indy Pod

    This pod has really grown on me and like the angles they take on politics both in the UK and US. We certainly share the same views on the right wing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nathan C UK
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Wonderful

    One of the absolute best podcasts out there. Unmissable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B_Chagas
    Brazil3 months ago

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Engaging perspectives that provide depth to current events.
Listeners appreciate the intelligent commentary but some feel a lack of alternative viewpoints may skew discussions towards a specific political bias.
Hosts and guests are well-informed, often bringing academic or journalistic expertise to discussions.

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Debacle in Davos – Weekly Wrap-Up with Rafael Behr and Andrew Harrison
Q: What did you make of Stammer's response and behavior in the course of this week?
Stammer has shown more backbone in speaking out against Trump, although the strategic implications remain complex.
Debacle in Davos – Weekly Wrap-Up with Rafael Behr and Andrew Harrison
Q: What are we to make of this mess?
It's a bit of both; Trump managed to get some of what he wanted while also being told to dial it down.
How the West lost Russia
Q: Could the world ever coax Russia back from the dark path it's chosen?
It's uncertain, but it would require a major shift in the political system and possibly a period of struggle similar to the 1990s.
How the West lost Russia
Q: What have we misunderstood about Russia?
Western policymakers have misunderstood the motivations behind Russian sentiment, particularly the strong feelings of humiliation after the Soviet Union's collapse and how these would politically manifest later.
Do junk food advertising bans work?
Q: Do you think we're seeing a genuine shift in thinking on public health now?
Beverly feels there might be a genuine panic behind the government's actions, but doubts the seriousness of their approach, calling for more substantial changes.

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