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The Smart 7

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Donald Trump
Ukraine
Keir Starmer
Iran
Russia
Labour Party
United States
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Rachel Reeves
United Kingdom
Elon Musk
Kemi Badenoch
Jeffrey Epstein
Manchester United
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Epstein Files
NASA
China

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily news podcast that tells you everything you need to know for the day in 7 minutes.

Everything from politics to entertainment, via sport and science. Think of it as your News Espresso.

We're proud to be partners with Metro, and you can find out more at www.metro.co.uk

A fresh one is uploaded every day at 7am. Written by a human called Liam Thompson and voiced b... more

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The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Keightley
Award-winning garden designer, creator of Spacelift garden design app
Spacelift
Episode: The Sunday 7 - Why your Kitchen Worktop is a Killer, The AI row at the Chelsea Flower Show and Donald Trump takes the Tech Bros to China
Dr Harrison Ford
doctor and public figure introduced as a guest
Episode: The Standout 7 - Twists and Turns as Labour faces Leadership Contest, Donald Trump heads to China, the big winners from the BAFTAs, and meet Dr Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford
Actor and environmental advocate referenced in segment introducing a feature about his work and honorary doctorate
Episode: Four Ministers resign as Starmer battles on, Trump heads to China as US inflation spikes and progress stalls in Middle East, Harrison Ford awarded honorary Doctorate
Damon Wade
Director of North Carolina's Botanical Gardens
North Carolina Botanical Gardens
Episode: The Sunday 7 - Taylor Swift vs AI, Elon Musk vs Sam Altman, and the battle to save The Venus Fly Trap
Rodrigo Ledesma Amaro
Professor of engineering biology
Imperial College London
Episode: The Sunday 7 - Taylor Swift vs AI, Elon Musk vs Sam Altman, and the battle to save The Venus Fly Trap
Anne Hayes
Director of Standards
British Standards Institution (BSI)
Episode: The Sunday 7 - Taylor Swift vs AI, Elon Musk vs Sam Altman, and the battle to save The Venus Fly Trap
Deborah Meaden
Businesswoman and long-term Dragon
Dragon's Den panelist
Episode: The Sunday 7 - meet the new boss of Apple, Deborah Meaden chats EVS and chargers, and Will Guyatt talks us through the Big Tech AI wars
Dr Shiv Sharma
Deputy Chair of the British Medical Association's Resident Doctors Committee
British Medical Association
Episode: Trump escalates Iran threats as deadline approaches, Artemis II makes history in lunar fly by, Resident Doctors head to the picket lines
Clarke Reynolds
Blind marathon runner leveraging online help for guidance
Private individual focused on Brighton Marathon
Episode: The Sunday 7 - Artemis II heads to the Moon, Apple’s new phone might have a “nose”, and the AI Doctor will see you now…

Hosts

Liam Thompson
Host of the daily news podcast, focusing on concise and engaging reporting across various topics.
Jamie East
Co-founder of The Smart 7 and voice of the show's AI presentation.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 484 ratings
  • Good idea, badly executed

    A concise broad ranging daily news summary like this is very useful. It’s written well enough but ruined by the breathless, machine gun AI delivery and over the top Brass Eye style music.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Uk-badger
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 67

    67

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    🖤BLACKPINK🩷
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • So many adverts!

    Nice short overview of the latest news, but there’s more time in adverts than the news lately 🫠

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Chip_247
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Biased reporting

    Clear bias when reporting on topics such as Israel and Palestine, can’t trust the podcast, unfollowed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Razer5692
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • really great short form news

    exactly what i need to get up to date quickly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener11212
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the brevity and informative nature of the episodes, which make it easy to stay updated on current news.
Some express concerns about commercial breaks overshadowing content, indicating a desire for a more uninterrupted listening experience.
The delivery style has garnered mixed reviews, with some listeners enjoying the casual format while others find it too light-hearted for serious news topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#38
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#145
South Africa/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#155
Indonesia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#164
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#185
Switzerland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#208
Netherlands/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sunday 7 - Why your Kitchen Worktop is a Killer, The AI row at the Chelsea Flower Show and Donald Trump takes the Tech Bros to China
Q: Tell us who was on Air Force One this week and why.
Will Guyatt notes that a delegation of around 20 corporate bosses accompanied Trump on the China trip, including leaders from Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, Boeing, Meta, and major banks, highlighting how the trip blended diplomacy with business interests.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What impact could the AI advancements have on educational integrity?
There's a significant rise in AI misuse in academic settings as universities report increased cases of integrity violations related to AI.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: Is the Online Safety Act just poorly rolled out?
Will believes that the Act has good intentions, but its implementation has led to confusion and overreaction from some companies.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What are the VPNs and why is there the sudden interest in them?
Will explains that VPNs allow users to appear as though they are in different locations online, which is useful for accessing services or avoiding content restrictions.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What country are you calling from?
Will is humorously claiming to be from a fictional place he created called Guyattovia made from two bathtubs and a mattress.

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What is The Smart 7 about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This daily news podcast offers a concise roundup of essential news events across various topics, from politics and entertainment to science and sports, all wrapped up in a quick 7-minute format. It aims to deliver a digestible overview of current affairs, making it suitable for listeners looking for a time-efficient way to stay informed. The show's unique style blends traditional news reporting with a modern approach, characterized by a scripted narrative delivered by a human host while being supported by AI technology in its presentation. Hosted every weekday morning, it cultivates an engaging listening experience, providing a fresh update to start the day right.

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The Smart 7 launched 6 years ago and published 2172 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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Recent guests on The Smart 7 include:

1. Matt Keightley
2. Dr Harrison Ford
3. Harrison Ford
4. Damon Wade
5. Rodrigo Ledesma Amaro
6. Anne Hayes
7. Deborah Meaden
8. Dr Shiv Sharma

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