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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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Latest Episodes

Lucy Tobin looks to the future of the River Thames. From climate change and population growth to water shortages, pollution and emerging contaminants, she explores the challenges facing one of Britain's most important waterways. Hearing from scientis... more

Lucy Tobin investigates the challenges facing Thames Water as the company comes under increasing scrutiny from customers, politicians and campaigners. From flooding and compensation disputes to rising bills, debt and sewage pollution, she examines wh... more

We hope you enjoy this new series from The Standard. To listen to more episodes now, check out Thames Unfiltered.

In the fourth episode of Thames Unfiltered, host Lucy Tobin investigates the Tideway Tunnel — the vast engineering project built benea... more

We hope you enjoy this new series from The Standard. To listen to more episodes now, check out Thames Unfiltered.

In the third episode of Thames Unfiltered, host Lucy Tobin explores the engineering marvel that is London’s sewer network.

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Recent Guests

Catherine Ross
Thames Water's Strategy and External Affairs Director
Thames Water
Episode: Episode 5: Thames Water in the Hot Seat
Tim Davies
Thames Water's head of waste operations in North London
Thames Water
Episode: Episode 4: Inside London's Super Sewer
Chris Livett
7th Generation Waterman, involved in Tideway Tunnel logistics
Tideway (contractor role mentioned)
Episode: Episode 4: Inside London's Super Sewer
Dina Gillespie
Thames Water's catchment manager for North East London
Thames Water
Episode: Episode 3: The Victorian Sewer That Built Modern London
Chris Livitt
Seventh generation waterman, waterway worker
Waterman on the Thames
Episode: Episode 2: What Does Clean Really Mean?
Paul Hampton
Thames Water's River Health Community Manager
Thames Water
Episode: Episode 2: What Does Clean Really Mean?
Ash Smith
Retired police detective and campaigner
Campaigner (Dirty Business)
Episode: Episode 2: What Does Clean Really Mean?
Mike Bowes
Hydrochemist, UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology
UKCEH
Episode: Episode 2: What Does Clean Really Mean?
Joe Bradley
Campaigner with Stormwater Shepherds
Stormwater Shepherds
Episode: Episode 2: What Does Clean Really Mean?

Hosts

Lucy Tobin
Host affiliated with The Standard; frequently covers city news, politics, and infrastructure topics.
Tamara Kormornick
Host of The Standard podcast; leads coverage on London news, politics, and culture.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 489 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 Kingdom6 months 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ghcash
    United States9 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 Kingdoma year 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 Kingdoma year 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!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Azalea Blooms
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some reviews highlight perceived bias and delivery style, suggesting room for more varied pacing.
The show delivers concise London-focused insights with timely guests.
The show is seen as a solid source for staying informed about London politics and urban issues.
Guests and topics are praised for relevance to city life and policy impact.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into infrastructure and policy with practical takeaways.

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Episode 3: The Victorian Sewer That Built Modern London
Q: What makes Abbey Mills stand out as a public works monument?
Its ornate, cathedral-like design, its ambitious scale, and the way it symbolized a bold public-health initiative—paired with the fact that it remains functional as part of a living, aging system.
Episode 3: The Victorian Sewer That Built Modern London
Q: Can London keep relying on this Victorian infrastructure or does it need a major upgrade?
The consensus is to continue investing in resilience and optimization of the existing network, with strategic additions like the Tideway Tunnel to handle growing demand rather than a complete rebuild.
Episode 3: The Victorian Sewer That Built Modern London
Q: How much has London's sewage technology changed since the Victorians?
While the basic treatment processes remain similar, innovations have improved efficiency and added energy recovery, yet capacity and weather-related stress still require ongoing investment and resilience.
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.

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What is The Standard about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced current-events show with a London focus that blends politics, policy, culture, and city life. Episodes frequently center on urban issues, local governance, infrastructure projects, and how big decisions affect daily life in the capital. Notable threads include deep dives into river health and major city infrastructure, coverage of elections and local politics, and practical conversations with journalists, policymakers, advocates, and industry experts. A distinctive quality is its ability to pair hard-edged policy analysis with accessible storytelling and real-world implications for residents and businesses. New listeners can expect timely, London-centered perspectives, clear expert commentary, and interviews that translate comp... more

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