
From our headquarters in the heart of London, The Standard podcast sets the agenda. Top news insiders discuss the pressure-points of the day’s topics. Hear unrivalled insight on politics, culture, going out, sport, and fashion, with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests. Join us Monday to Friday at 4pm.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1770 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily NewsPolitics | |||

In the early hours of Monday morning, arsonists set fire to four ambulances run by a Jewish charity in a synagogue car park in North London. The attack has shaken British Jewry, amid growing concerns over the normalisation of antisemitism in the UK. ... more
London’s Harley Street is best known as a centre of medical excellence. Are unqualified “tweakment” aestheticians threatening its reputation?
In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to Niva Yadav, the Standard’s trainee journalist, who has be... more
While London clubs increasingly face the risk of closure, ticketed events in multi-use spaces are becoming more popular. Even art galleries have started hosting after hours events. So, how different will clubbing look over the next few years?
In thi... more
The 2026 awards season delivered unforgettable fashion moments, from Jessie Buckley’s sculptural pink and red Chanel gown to Timothée Chalamet’s playful white Givenchy suit. Designers like Schiaparelli and Valentino dominated headlines, with the red ... more
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Droning monotonous voice of the presenter who drains the life out of any real conversation by asking stupid pointless questions. News podcast for 5 years and under. Dumbed down drivel.
Some useful topics covered, but the presenter/guests are uninformed and have no knowledge pre 2015! They also speak and read out their scripts as though the listeners are thick and unable to follow a decent pace - very annoying!
Awful left wing bias. I tried listening to a few episodes to give it a chance. But I couldn’t take the blatant left wing bias. It shouldn’t be this hard to find a pod that gives factual reporting, without giving biased opinions
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A London-focused current affairs show that pairs award-winning journalists with expert guests to explore politics, culture, and city life. Episodes frequently cover UK and international politics, local policy debates, real estate and housing trends, business and nightlife, as well as travel and social issues, all with practical angles for listeners like decision-makers, professionals, and engaged citizens. Notable strengths include a strong editorial lens from a major London outlet, a track record of diverse guests from policymakers to industry leaders, and timely, issue-driven conversations that translate to actionable takeaways for listeners and brands seeking relevance in urban and policy conversations.
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