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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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The government is considering dropping juries for certain criminal cases in an attempt to reduce court backlogs. Will this move undermine British justice?

In this bumper episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to a vocal opponent to the plans, Geoffr... more

Londoners will head to the polls next week to choose their local councillors. Since 2021, Labour has held the majority across the capital, but new polling suggests that even Sir Keir Starmer’s local borough of Camden may fall to the Greens.

In this e... more

This week, many Londoners will gain new powers as the Renters' Rights Act comes into force. So what do tenants and landlords need to know?

In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to The Standard’s Homes & Property editor, Prudence Ivey, about... more

It’s wisteria season — and flower-filled streets in Notting Hill and Kensington have become littered with visitors keen to take a picture in front of pastel coloured houses, with the viral flowers in shot. 

In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick sp... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Thomas KC
Criminal Barrister and Vice Chair of the Criminal Bar Association
Criminal Bar Association
Episode: Should all serious crimes be tried by a jury? With Geoffrey Robertson KC
Geoffrey Robertson KC
Former Crown Prosecution and United Nations Judge, founder of Doughty Street Chambers
Doughty Street Chambers
Episode: Should all serious crimes be tried by a jury? With Geoffrey Robertson KC
Tony Travers
Professor in the Department of Government at the London School of Economics
London School of Economics
Episode: Will Starmer’s constituency lose to the Greens in next week’s council elections? With LSE professor Tony Travers
Prudence Ivey
Homes & Property editor at The Standard
The Standard
Episode: What you need to know about the Renters' Rights Act
Jonathan Hall KC
Senior barrister responsible for reviewing the UK government's terrorism and state threats legislation
Independent barrister/UK Parliament oversight context
Episode: Is Iran posing a credible security threat to Londoners? With Jonathan Hall KC
Izzy Obeng
Founder of Foundervine, AXA Startup Angels judge
Foundervine / AXA Startup Angel Competition
Episode: Is it easier than ever to build a start up now? With AXA Startup Angel Competition judges
Raphael Sofoluke
Serial entrepreneur, founder of UK Black Business Show
UK Black Business Show
Episode: Is it easier than ever to build a start up now? With AXA Startup Angel Competition judges
Nic Cecil
London Standard political editor
London Standard
Episode: How badly will this week's tube strikes affect Londoners?
Katrina Mirapuri
Senior social features editor of The London Standard
The Standard
Episode: The art of "Londonmaxxing"

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Tamara Kormornick
Host of The Standard podcast

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 476 ratings
  • Absolute joke

    The “standard” is so low on the podcast host stilted delivery, I’m sure there must be nepotism at work here. The podcast is also dreadfully biased and pro-Isreal. There is no journalistic integrity. Propaganda for Isreal.

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    Bill~e
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Andrew

    Thank you for following his story. He needs to be made accountable have a court trail and go to jail for ruining so many young girls lives. Queen Elizabeth’s legacy will be marred by this until he pays a price for what he has done.

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    5
    ghcash
    United States4 months ago
  • This is really good

    I think that it is very good and interesting

    And I wood rent it 5 out of 5

    And news is important

    And age rating 7 years old I wood say

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    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Emotionless presenter who asks the bleeding obvious.

    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.

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    Peckie102
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Needs better presenters

    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!

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    Azalea Blooms
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Insightful and engaging conversations with strong London focus.
Some listeners feel pacing or topic breadth could be tighter at times.
High-quality guests and editorials; strong show consistency.
Balanced coverage with diverse viewpoints and practical takeaways.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Should all serious crimes be tried by a jury? With Geoffrey Robertson KC
Q: Geoffrey, what's your take on magistrates gaining more powers and the idea of judge-only trials for serious cases?
Magistrates should not replace juries for most serious offences because juries reflect community values and diversity. Judge-only trials risk undermining public confidence, introduce potential bias, and could erode crucial protections that juries provide; backlogs should be addressed with funding and process improvements, not by sacrificing jury participation.
Is Iran posing a credible security threat to Londoners? With Jonathan Hall KC
Q: Why is the IRGC not prescribed as a terrorist group under UK law?
Because the IRGC is a state military component with a broad, state-function mandate, and the current Terrorism Act was not designed to target state organs; there are proposals for new legal tools to address state-backed groups separately from traditional terrorist organizations.
The art of "Londonmaxxing"
Q: Is London Maxing mainly for locals or do tourists get involved too?
It's for everyone; the idea is to unlock new levels of London Maxing, meaning both locals and visitors can discover lesser-known places and feel more connected to the city.
The art of "Londonmaxxing"
Q: So you are, I mean, to me, you're the after of all things cool. And I saw this pop up and I hadn't really heard about it, but London Maxing, can you tell us what it is?
Yes. London Maxing is a mindset about squeezing as much fun as possible out of the city, exploring culture, food, art, and random experiences, and sharing tips on how to access the city's hidden or less-visited spots.
A first look at London’s V&A East Museum, with senior curator Madeline Haddon
Q: And Madeleine, I'd like to talk a little bit about funding now.
Madeleine explains that funding for V&A East has come from a mix of city and mayoral support, private donors, foundations, and a coalition of supporters, enabling both the museum and the storehouse and tying the project to the broader East Bank cultural campus.

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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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2. Geoffrey Robertson KC
3. Tony Travers
4. Prudence Ivey
5. Jonathan Hall KC
6. Izzy Obeng
7. Raphael Sofoluke
8. Nic Cecil

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