
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1779 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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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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Polanski unpicked : from a startlingly unexpected Green voter -nice one Seth
it’s a waste of time, fair enough I suppose but I think it’s past its sell by date. More ads than content.
This would be its first born.
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.
One of the absolute best podcasts out there. Unmissable.
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Focused on delivering news with clarity and insight, the content is structured to provide analysis and commentary on contemporary issues surrounding politics, economics, and culture. Episodes often feature discussions on significant current events, from government policies and international relations to societal phenomena, often with a unique angle and expert commentary from a range of hosts and guests. Notably, the production seeks to present in-depth discussions that cut through sensationalism, offering listeners a more thoughtful and nuanced understanding of the news. Regular segments include a mix of interviews, explanatory features, and timely commentary aimed at keeping audiences informed in a digestible format.
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