
The Slow Newscast from The Observer takes the news slowly. We investigate, and every week we focus on stories that really matter in the UK and around the world. From wars in Ukraine and Gaza through to true crime and injustice and real life mysteries, The Slow Newscast team is devoted to narrative investigations covering some of the biggest topics of the day.
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Thank you for a professional and very well researched piece of work and for confirming a very long held suspicion after reading this ‘novel’ which until you read the follow up ‘novels’ does not immediately arouse doubt. But, as with any greedy, self interested person, the temptation to keep on doing it proved way too easy for Mrs ‘Walker/Winn’ and her husband! Shame on them. I save all my hope and respect for people like John and the many others with this terrible disease.
This podcast is 10 out of 10 excellent! Thank you for this, the work behind it demonstratively meticulous and so impressive. 🙏
All are good, but Stephen Armstrong is the master of storytelling- pure genius.
Unsensational and presented in a balanced, considered manner. A podcast that treats its listeners as intelligent individuals.
Brilliant reporting as in always! The episode ends with the question: why didn’t Sir Alex say anything critical against the Glazers overleveraging the club? It is public information that after his retirement until last year sir Alex was paid £2mil per year as a “Man U ambassador.”
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Investigative journalism unfolds in a meticulous and narrative-driven format, focusing on significant events and societal issues both in the UK and globally. The content spans a wide array of topics, including political complexities, humanitarian crises, and the intricacies of crime, as well as cultural explorations of biohacking and unique personal stories of resilience and innovation. The investigative approach is characterized by deep dives into underreported or complex news stories, aiming to unearth truths and evoke thoughtful discussion among listeners.
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