The News Agents
GlobalEmily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents. They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed. Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can lis... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1150 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily NewsPolitics | |||
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On the week of Keir Starmer's resignation as Prime Minister, Jon and Lewis host a special Q&A edition of The News Agents, answering the questions you have about the future of the country.
How will Andy Burnham's cabinet take shape? What will his pol... more
After Scotland’s humbling at the hands of Brazil, Mark has his say on FIFA’s “crap way to qualify for the knockout stages of a World Cup”...
Former USMNT, Spurs & Aston Villa Goalkeeper Brad Friedel joins Gabby & Mark to talk about the sporting mira... more
Overnight, President Trump offered his first slither of a thought on the incoming prime minister Andy Burnham, calling him “extremely liberal" and a mayor of a "town” - which - arguably could have been much worse.
Does Burnham need to put his relati... more
Kemi Badenoch looked like - not for the first time - she was going to make the Chancellor cry in the Commons today. She accused her of treachery and betrayal in her behaviour towards the PM. Badenoch then turned her sights on Bridget Phillipson, the ... more
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Yeah this is ruddy good. Good honest political chat. Thanks for this all
Apple Podcasts5Ronnie Dessie
United Kingdom10 days ago - Named after a shop
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•EPISODE: “Does Sunak Care About Climate Change” in which the subject cares about the difference between “uninterested” and “disinterested” but the expert guest, a journalist, doesn’t.
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•EPISODE: “How political violence and conspiracy became mainstream in
Britain” in which one host users the nonsense tautology “10-year anniversary” (the “anni-“... more
Apple Podcasts3(Gibberer)
Australia10 days ago - Headlines too sensationalist
I love the news agents but lately, the titles are so clickbait-y. They're too serious for such tabloid-esque headlines
Apple Podcasts4Eliz OrtizUnited Kingdom11 days ago - How to reduce polarisation in politics
This episode focused on important problems, but no concrete solutions. Having spent half of my adult life each in the UK and Denmark, I’ve noticed 3 important factors that make Danish politics more cooperative than they would otherwise have been:
1. Proportional Representation;
2. An (informal) mechanism to extend agreements between parties into future parliaments;
3. State funding of parties, approximately £5 annually per the most recent votes.
Examples of countries with fragmented politic... more
Apple Podcasts4KirstenBrandtAssensUnited Kingdom11 days ago - Critique
Do t really need the trailer at the beginning of each episode, and it’s frustrating that it seems to be released later each day. Generally not bad tho
Apple Podcasts4The rest ..isUnited Kingdom13 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #46 |  United States/News/Daily News |
YouTube | #16 | United Kingdom/Popular Podcasts |
Spotify | #9 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #2 | United Kingdom/News |
Spotify | #12 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
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A sharp, topical news show featuring three veteran journalists who dissect the day's biggest stories with clear-eyed analysis and skeptical commentary. Episodes often center on UK politics, international affairs, economics, and policy, with occasional deep dives into the mechanics of power and media. The tone blends brisk interview-style conversations, data-driven context, and candid takes on current events, making it a strong fit for listeners who want insight beyond headlines and a sense of how stories unfold behind the scenes. Notable strengths include a track record of high-profile guests, rapid-fire debate, and a willingness to challenge narratives while staying grounded in evidence and context.
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The News Agents launched 4 years ago and published 1150 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. David Blunkett
2. Guillem Balagué
3. Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
4. Nick Adams
5. Sarah Wynn-Williams
6. Karen Hao
7. Karen Howe
8. Alan Milburn
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