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 | 1185 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNewsPolitics | |||
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A northern leader. A sudden change at the top. A cost of living crisis engulfing the country. A Labour party accused of tacking left. Not Andy Burnham in 2026, but Harold Wilson in 1963.
Considering his priorities and his focus, Burnham would do wel... more
24 hours on from the Tory neo-Nazigate , a curious development. The candidate himself, Joshua Bonehill-Paine, has now withdrawn from the election in Somerset council - only to find himself promoted by the Conservative leader herself to a national adv... more
UPDATE: Since publishing, the convicted antisemite Joshua Bonehill-Paine has withdrawn running as a Tory candidate, saying that if he carried on "other political parties will spend all their time focusing on my past rather than the work I'm doing tod... more
Why are hard right politicians now flocking to the tiny Spanish enclave of Ceuta off the coast of Morocco? And why is Europe so spooked? After tens of thousands of migrants flocked to this northern corner of Africa, the EU has gone into emergency mod... more
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- Weak link.
Jon Sopel. Omg. What a tedious bore. Emily and Lewis are great but sometime when I hear Jon drone on or even
Worse ask and answer his own question it makes me switch it off.
Apple Podcasts2pc1p1
United Kingdom19 days ago - Interrupts constantly
Terrible interviews, haughty and smug garbage.
Apple Podcasts1CHEESEBURGERSAREDELICIOUS
United States20 days ago - In 40 mins with Sarah Sackman no curiosity on her views on genocide in Gaza
Come on Jon Sopel there was ample time to find out whether this MP has a view on current events in Gaza, West Bank and the south of Lebanon. She is a lawyer and a Labour MP.
Apple Podcasts3Duval IIIUnited Kingdom21 days ago - Who is David A. Mess?
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Apple Podcasts1George AgdgdgdwangoUnited Kingdom22 days ago - Bridget P interview
I mostly like how the News Agents isn’t going for bland neutrality but the interview with SoS for Education done by Lewis doesn’t qualify as journalism but a fawning PR placement. No mention whatsoever of the impact of closure of private schools on an already stretched state sector, the impact on the kids themselves or the fact those parents often aren’t wealthy and have been paying tax for state education but not using it.
And for Bridget P to object to name calling when she was happy to refer... more
Apple Podcasts2chrissywakeupPLS1United Kingdoma month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #53 | United States/News/Daily News |
YouTube | #58 | United Kingdom/Popular Podcasts |
Spotify | #10 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #3 | United Kingdom/News |
Spotify | #22 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #3 | 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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1. Andrew Ross Sorkin
2. Stefan Borson
3. Chris Waugh
4. Louise Casey
5. Ed Conway
6. Zia Youssef
7. Steve Rotheram
8. Chris Curtis
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