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The Fourcast

Channel 4 News
Labour Party
Conservative Party
Rishi Sunak
Cost Of Living
Gaza
Immigration
Keir Starmer
Polling
Dehenna Davison
Ben Bradshaw
Mark Menzies
Luke Tryl
Israel
Westminster
Hamas
UK Elections
Budget
Rwanda Scheme
Local Elections
David Cameron

A podcast from Channel 4 News taking an in-depth look at the biggest stories from Westminster, Washington and around the world. From global conflicts to the corridors of power, we expose, examine and interrogate what's really going on with the people who really know. Watch the episodes here: www.channel4.com/news/the-fourcast

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Is President Trump on the cusp of pulling out of the Iran war or about to double down with boots on the ground?

He’s lashed out again at his Nato allies threatening to abandon the alliance, raising questions not only about the future of the war, bu... more

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Nate Swanson
American State Department veteran on Iran policy
U.S. Government (former)
Episode: Trump Iran war: will US Marines attack critical Iranian oil hub?
Ronen Bergman
Israeli investigative journalist based in Tel Aviv
Author/Journalist
Episode: Trump Iran war: will US Marines attack critical Iranian oil hub?
Shashank Joshi
Defense editor, The Economist
The Economist
Episode: Is a global recession coming? - Iran war economic fallout
Helia Ebrahimi
Economics editor, Channel 4 News
Channel 4 News
Episode: Is a global recession coming? - Iran war economic fallout
Emile Hokayem
Director of Regional Security at the International Institute for Strategic Studies
International Institute for Strategic Studies
Episode: Who is winning the war in the Middle East?
Muhanad Seloom
Assistant Professor of International Politics and Security at the Doha Graduate Institute
Doha Graduate Institute
Episode: Who is winning the war in the Middle East?
Emelia Probasco
Senior Fellow at the Center for Security and Emerging Technology, former Navy officer
Center for Security and Emerging Technology
Episode: Trump Iran Israel: Is this the first AI war?
Arthur Holland Michel
Journalist and AI researcher
Independent journalist / AI researcher
Episode: Trump Iran Israel: Is this the first AI war?
Omid Djalili
British-Iranian comedian, writer and cultural commentator
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Episode: Omid Djalili: the Iranian regime is ‘a cancer’ that needs ‘cutting out’

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Krishnan Guru-Murthy
Host of The Fourcast; Channel 4 News

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 476 ratings
  • Excellent podcast and detailed extension of key stories from Channel4 News episodes.

    Podchaser
    5
    clrobinson2020
    9 months ago
  • Sadly Just Infuriating

    I admire the attempt to bring balance but the podcast is almost unlistenable with the sheer level of lies and propaganda that is getting spewed out now. It’s everywhere and progressive coverage offering it up as balance just gives more oxygen to the nonsense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hongkongrudy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Thangum Debbonaire

    Don’t have this person on again. She constantly talked over everyone. Ruined the discussion. Tone deaf and simply shouted Labour is right all the time despite the important issues that were raised. No wonder she lost her seat. Annoying in the extreme. More thoughtful participants would be preferred.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dangerous EE
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Best and most reliable news source

    I’ve been watching channel 4 news since I was 10 , 30 years now. It’s the best news source out there with excellent reporting and analysis and brilliant journalists.

    I do miss Jon Snow but Matt Frei makes up for it.

    Anyway spread the word- Channel 4 news is the best by far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karl Eire
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Guto Harri

    Making me listen to this hack gets you 2 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Niky_Noodles
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Trump Iran Israel: Is this the first AI war?
Q: Is it feasible to strip back AI processes if a strike goes wrong and civilians are harmed?
The discussion recognizes that while there are mechanisms to audit AI inputs and decisions, fully stripping back AI is not feasible in fast-paced warfare; instead, emphasis is on robust data, human-in-the-loop oversight, and accountability structures to manage risk and mitigate harm.
Trump Iran Israel: Is this the first AI war?
Q: Has AI massively accelerated what is possible in targeting and strike operations?
Yes, AI tools have sped up data fusion, analysis, and the targeting cycle, enabling faster identification and evaluation of potential targets, though human oversight remains a core part of the process.
Can Mexico contain cartel violence before the World Cup?
Q: How can the Mexican government contain the violence after El Mencho's death?
The government must navigate the intricate balance of power and demonstrate they can maintain order, especially with the World Cup approaching.
Can Mexico contain cartel violence before the World Cup?
Q: What is the effect of the recent violence on people's perception of government control?
People feel that the government shares control with criminal organizations, leading to chaos and disruption across the country.
Should the UK ban social media for under-16s?
Q: Is it possible from an academic standpoint to sort of quantify the potential harms for children online compared to something like cigarettes?
The digital space lacks the same regulations we have around other things we consume, making this comparison less straightforward.

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The show consistently centers global politics, security, and power dynamics, with a strong focus on the Middle East, Europe, and major Western powers. Episodes frequently feature a panel of experts—ranging from former military leaders and international-law scholars to political analysts and journalists—to dissect legal justifications, strategic aims, and real-world civilian impact. Noteworthy is the willingness to host high-profile guests who offer contrarian or humanitarian perspectives, creating a robust, multi-faceted discussion that aims to inform decision-makers, policymakers, and curious professionals about the nuts and bolts behind headline events. Listeners can expect rigorous analysis, timely geopolitics, and insights into governan... more

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2. Ronen Bergman
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5. Emile Hokayem
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