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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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Keir Starmer survives the worst week of his premiership – just. The Epstein whirlpool drags Sarah Ferguson downwards (astonishing BBC feature here). New investigations into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Plus: the US Government trolls LGBTQ+ Americans b... more

The new Wuthering Heights film is already sparking debate. From saucy costume choices to renewed arguments over what Heathcliff should look like,  raising a bigger question: Why are we still arguing about a novel published nearly 200 years ago? Today... more

Back in 2001 Eric Schlosser’s masterwork of investigative journalism Fast Food Nation exposed the dirty secrets of America’s “convenience restaurant” business: the catastrophic treatment of livestock, the terrible wages, the injuries, poor pay and ou... more

Trump has stripped US foreign policy down from a mix of carrot and stick into an ideological cudgel to beat friends and foes alike – and a lurid horrorshow for domestic consumption in Red America. But who’s actually running the show? Is America’s rea... more

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Recent Guests

Samantha Ellis
Author and playwright
Episode: The Full Brontë – Why everyone gets Wuthering Heights wrong
Eric Schlosser
American investigative journalist and author of 'Fast Food Nation'
Author
Episode: Reality Bites – Do we still live in a Fast Food Nation?
Ronan Murphy
Editor of the industry analysis journal Argus Nonferrous Markets
Argus Nonferrous Markets
Episode: Masters of Metal – What are Rare Earth Metals and why does Trump want them so badly?
Oliver Bullough
Journalist and specialist in dirty money and financial crime.
Episode: Cash is king – How dirty money took over the world
Alex von Tönzerman
Author and historian, regular on The Bunker
The Bunker
Episode: Will Trump's ICE terror spark a civil war? – Weekly Wrap-Up with Alex von Tunzelmann and Jacob Jarvis
Dr. Christine Nissen
Chief Analyst at Think Europa
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Trump vs. Europe – The battle over Greenland explained
John Illich
Best-selling author of A History of the World in 47 Borders
Episode: Donroe vs. Monroe – How Trump’s outlook compares to America’s past
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

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
  • Atrocious Framing

    Does a podcast about racism but centres the entire discussion around racism by white people as if that is the only racism in the UK. Why not record a podcast about all the racist activity in the UK or have the non-white racists successfully cowed you into not having the guts for that debate? Scared they will racially harass you? But you’re ok to talk about the white racists though…..

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    Netherlandsa month ago
  • News without the sense

    Generally the bunker is quite good, A Harrison or G Esler are brilliant but J Jarvis ruins it, he’s meant to ask questions and wait for a response but all he does is editorialise when asking his questions it makes no sense. None.

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    Jecomprend
    Canadaa month ago
  • Neil Kinnock

    Thank you so much for the wonderful episode with Neil Kinnock. His warmth, charisma and oratory hasn’t dimmed at all. Fabulous to hear him articulate what Labour should we saying.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TIEITM
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Remarkably low standard of journalism

    What a remarkably low standard of journalism and podcasting. A bunch of mediocre British journalists who sound like they’ve already had a few pints at lunch, talking nonsense and laughing hysterically. They criticise everyone, point fingers like schoolchildren, and offer nothing of substance.

    Claiming that Elon Musk became successful purely because of luck and money from his father is absurd and lazy. It’s an argument made without evidence, nuance, or understanding of reality.

    Britain seems to... more

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    moni27272727
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Good advice for the Greens(party)

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ACTgreen
    United Kingdom3 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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At war with everyone – Who’s actually running US foreign policy?
Q: How do you think we'll look back on this period in a few years' time?
This is one of the largest historical figures we've seen in the American presidency, but an astonishingly small man.
At war with everyone – Who’s actually running US foreign policy?
Q: How important was the national security strategy published by the Trump administration last year?
It was taken very seriously in capitals around the world and is a guiding top-level document.
Cash is king – How dirty money took over the world
Q: How can we actually combat money laundering?
Combating money laundering requires a coordinated effort using intelligence-led policing, diplomatic approaches, and political will to tackle the issue effectually.
Cash is king – How dirty money took over the world
Q: What are some of the more unorthodox places where laundered money has ended up?
Laundered money has been moved through various channels, including luxury items and informal trade systems rather than the traditional banking system.
Cash is king – How dirty money took over the world
Q: How does money laundering work?
Money laundering is the process of making money earned through illegal activities appear legitimate, essential for criminals to protect their income.

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