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The Listening Post

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A weekly programme that examines and dissects the world's media, how they operate and the stories they cover.

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The latest tranche of the Epstein files contains more than three million documents - the largest release of its kind. In what appears to be a clumsy attempt at a cover-up by the US Department of Justice, the sloppily redacted names of high-profile pe... more

The Epstein files dump has led to days of intense media coverage, revealing how powerful elites around the world engaged in either illegal or morally reprehensible behaviour. But even as journalists sift through millions of documents, one of the most... more

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Mahfuz Anam
Editor of The Daily Star and a veteran journalist
The Daily Star
Episode: Has the Trump administration overplayed its spin? | The Listening Post
Ellie Leonard
Independent investigator focusing on the Epstein files, with a background in writing fiction.
Substack
Episode: Trump’s obsession with Greenland | The Listening Post
Alex Shephard
Senior Editor at The New Republic
The New Republic
Episode: Inside India’s expulsion of Bengali Muslims | The Listening Post
Francesca Albanese
UN's special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories
United Nations
Episode: “Nobody is better than Netanyahu at manipulating the US” | The Listening Post
Meenakshi Ravi
Reporter covering significant investigations regarding the Gaza humanitarian situation.
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Episode: “Nobody is better than Netanyahu at manipulating the US” | The Listening Post
Abdaljawad Omar
Palestinian political analyst and specialist in cultural studies
Episode: “Decisions are being made out of fear” BBC and the Gaza double standard | The Listening Post
Assal Rad
Historian of the Middle East
Episode: Trump battles for credit for his Iran intervention | The Listening Post
Zohran Mamdani
Democratic candidate for New York's mayoral race
Episode: Trump battles for credit for his Iran intervention | The Listening Post
Chris Hedges
Journalist and commentator, former New York Times correspondent
YouTube
Episode: Will Netanyahu convince Trump to bomb Iran? | The Listening Post

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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Excellent and necessary

    Editing to add that it would be nice to have translations when speakers aren’t speaking in English for those of us who listen instead of viewing.

    I’m so glad Apple is finally posting episodes again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleworldcunningly
    United States5 months ago
  • Episodes between May 2024 and Jan 2025 were purged. Latest "Listening Post" episode Sat,06.Sep.25.

    Podchaser
    5
    Sticky1935
    6 months ago
  • Listening not viewing

    You need to translate. Some people only listen to a podcast and don’t have access to subtitles

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nnnnnsne
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent and necessary

    I’m so glad Apple is finally posting episodes again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleworldcunningly
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    This podcast has helped me, as a teenager, to understand today’s global issues. These topics being shushed by schools and other organisations, meaning I did not have full understanding of what is happening in our world. This podcast has helped me make my own judgements on the politics of conflict and other things. It is not biased and gives full coverage with no sugar coating, something we need now more than ever, I can’t stress enough how good this podcast is.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S.Hanna03
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners appreciate the thorough investigation and critical analysis of complex issues in media.
Many express a desire for more inclusive accessibility, like translations for non-English segments.
The podcast is praised for its insightful commentary on global media narratives and their impacts on society.

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The Epstein files cover-up: Botched or calculated? | The Listening Post
Q: What stands out in the latest files?
The emails and communication patterns among Epstein and his alleged accomplices reveal deeply troubling coded references to sex and exploitation, underscoring the scale of the network.
The Epstein files cover-up: Botched or calculated? | The Listening Post
Q: Is it really a cover up if we know what's happening yet no one is actually facing accountability?
The discussion reflects a belief that, although the operations and names are known, accountability remains severely lacking, indicating a broken system.
The anatomy of the Epstein network | The Listening Post
Q: How was this man able to embed himself so deeply into the establishment and remain protected for so long?
The connections Epstein had with a small, powerful number of individuals across the globe helped him maintain his status and enabled him to act as a facilitator for illicit activities.
Trump’s obsession with Greenland | The Listening Post
Q: How do you go about digging into this material?
Ellie shares her process of reading older articles and analyzing new files.
Trump’s obsession with Greenland | The Listening Post
Q: What pulled you into the Epstein files?
Ellie Leonard explains her passion for politics and her interest in Trump's interactions with Epstein.

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

This podcast provides critical viewpoints on pressing global media issues, exploring how news coverage shapes public perception and political discourse. Topics frequently include media narratives around conflicts, the influence of prominent figures in politics, and the structures of power that affect journalism worldwide. Unique to this audio experience is a consistent focus on the relationship between media and state action, particularly concerning underreported humanitarian crises, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the complexities of current global events through a media lens.

Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on significant topics such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, U.S. intervention policies, ... more

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1. Mahfuz Anam
2. Ellie Leonard
3. Alex Shephard
4. Francesca Albanese
5. Meenakshi Ravi
6. Abdaljawad Omar
7. Assal Rad
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