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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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Online hatred doesn’t stay online and women often bear the brunt. From harassment campaigns to real-world violence, from Andrew Tate and the “groypers” to terror attacks like the Gretchen Whitmer kidnap attempt, misogyny is behind some of the most da... more

Thought viceroys and colonial administrators were a thing of the past? Tony Blair is being lined up to run the “Board of Peace” for a reconstruction authority for post-conflict Gaza and observers are agog. Historian and Bunker regular Alex von Tunzel... more

Vladimir Putin has ordered 135,000 new conscripts into the Russian military this autumn, just months after another 160,000 were called up. Officially, these recruits aren’t supposed to serve in Ukraine but as the war drags into its third year, it’s g... more

Donald Trump keeps talking about cracking down on “left wing terror networks” in the US. This appears like a blatant move to crackdown on his enemies – so what is the real state of domestic terrorism and the overall terror threat in America? Jason Bl... more

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Recent Guests

Natasha Lindstedt
Professor of Government at the University of Essex
University of Essex
Episode: The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Jason Blazakis
Director of the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, Center on Terrorism, Extremism and Counterterrorism
Middlebury Institute of International Studies
Episode: Trump, Antifa and 'left-wing terror – Fake news or a real problem?
Damian Walter
Critic, writer on technology, culture, and science fiction, and host of the podcast 'Science Fiction'
Episode: Space-suit vs Jackboot – Can science fiction save us from fascism?
Dr. Precious Chatterjee-Dudi
Senior lecturer in politics and international studies at the Open University
Open University
Episode: Are Russia’s disinformation warriors weaker than you think?
Dr. Tim Holmes
Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Bangor University
Bangor University
Episode: House of Cards – Will Starmer’s I.D. card gamble work?
Nikki McCant-Ramirez
Rolling Stone politics reporter
Rolling Stone
Episode: The Cruel Ruler – Is Stephen Miller the most powerful man in America?
Ayala Paniewski
Journalist and academic, author of *The New Censorship*
Episode: From Trump to Reform – Inside the right wing’s war on free speech
Dr. Matthew Sweet
Writer and broadcaster
Episode: Conspiracy theories, GB News and Britain's far right – with Dr. Matthew Sweet
Jason Haseley
Comedy polymath, has written for TV comedy and the Paddington movies
Episode: Scare BnB – Why Fawlty Towers is still THE perfect British comedy

Hosts

Andrew Harrison
Host of multiple shows, including daily news and analysis in political commentary.
Alex von Tunzelmann
Political analyst and commentator contributing to discussions on current events and social impacts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Some facts need checking!

    The presenter said that in reality a Palestinian state had existed for some time. When? The West Bank and Gaza have been part of the Ottoman Empire, the British Mandate, under Egypt or Jordanian control, under Israeli occupation or, as in Gaza since 2005 some sort of stateless entity. But never a Palestinian State.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Suoco
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • “Let’s see how the Left Wing Podcast”

    Unfortunately another generic left/right wing political echo chamber.

    No attempt to view the opinion from the other shoe, which is why we have Brexit.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    olibarker
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • The best daily politics podcast out there

    The Bunker has become my daily go-to for a 20-30 min rebus but succinct deep-dive on politics & current affairs issues. Excellent range of hosts & guests, and love the link-ups with other podcasts on topics that they specialise in (eg. This Is Not A Drill). Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ole Biscuit Barrel
    Irelanda month ago
  • One sided rant, avoid

    A left wing rant lacking any nuance or considered debate

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sw1200
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Let us step back

    So six months on what is Trump message?

    Well you got laugh haven’t you he spin another set of lies which those who voted on him for and who is laughing to the bank he is

    Are citizen so drunk on his persona that they believe in him yes of course

    The reality is that once again he shows how corrupt he is How psychopath he is

    How he had one agenda which he shows namely his empire is brand Trump none else

    Well enjoy your country collapsing you are not going recover from this for that I can laugh ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lovealways#
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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There are mixed opinions regarding the political bias, with some praising the critical perspective while others express frustration over perceived left-leaning content.
Overall, many find it a worthwhile daily listen for those interested in politics and current affairs, liking its blend of humor and seriousness.

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#158
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The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Q: Is there a plan for peace in this conflict?
The differences between Russia and Ukraine are irreconcilable, which complicates the possibility of a peace deal.
The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Q: How far has the war begun to change in terms of Putin's view of the conflict?
Putin sees this as an existential war and a failure may threaten his position, which could lead to more aggressive tactics against Western targets.
The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Q: How worried would Putin be if conscripts return seriously damaged or not at all?
Experts suggest this conflict has much higher death tolls than previous conflicts, and Putin is crafty in avoiding backlash by controlling recruitment areas.
The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Q: What are the chances of those people who are conscripts ending up on the front line?
Many conscripts are ending up on the front line due to a quantity-over-quality approach in the military.
The draft and the furious – Is Russia running out of soldiers?
Q: What do you make of these compulsory recruitment of Russian soldiers?
It's a sign of problems, as Russia has suffered enormous troop losses, suggesting a struggle to recruit effectively.

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