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Today in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism. Our award-winning morning edition hosted by Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly and Helen Pidd combines on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis and personal testimony from the people at the heart of the stories that matter, to give you a deeper understanding of the world we live in. And to make sense of a rapidly-changing news cycle, our n... more

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Aaron Sharp
The Guardian's senior national news editor
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Martin Gelin
Swedish journalist and columnist for Dagens Nyheter, contributor to The Guardian
Dagens Nyheter/The Guardian
Episode: The fight to save Sweden’s soul from the far right
Jason Okundaye
Assistant Opinion Editor at The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: Ed Sheeran support acts quit after Macklemore ‘Free Palestine’ row - The Latest
Waheed Abin Naeem
English teacher at Al Mughayyir Boys School
Al Mughayyir, West Bank
Episode: The Palestinian school under siege
Rob Booth
The Guardian's technology editor
The Guardian
Episode: AI isn’t going to end humanity ... right?
Jason Burke
International security correspondent
The Guardian
Episode: How 9/11 changed the world – The Latest
Teun Toebes
Young advocate who lived in dementia wards to study care
Author of Human Forever, co-creator of the documentary Human Forever
Episode: The young and healthy Dutchman who moved into a care home
Jonathan de Jong
Documentary filmmaker and collaborator on Human Forever
Co-creator of Human Forever
Episode: The young and healthy Dutchman who moved into a care home
Tim Montgomery
Ex-Tory adviser and founder of Conservative Home, associated with Reform UK
Reform UK
Episode: Inside Reform UK

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Michael Safi
Host of Today in Focus; Guardian journalist with extensive reporting on global politics and policy.
Helen Pidd
Co-host/Host of Today in Focus; Guardian journalist covering UK news and investigations.
Annie Kelly
Host of Today in Focus and related Guardian segments; experienced interviewer.
Nosheen Iqbal
Host of The Guardian's Today in Focus; Guardian journalist with broad coverage including environment and politics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15.8k ratings
  • Great news

    This is a great podcast that provides news that is informative from around the world.

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    Myra Celeba
    United Statesa month ago
  • Prioritising Facts Over Geopolitics in Disaster Coverage

    As a registered international reader for over a decade, I am writing to share some constructive feedback regarding a recent episode of the Today in Focus podcast covering the devastating transboundary flash floods along the China-Nepal border. Over the last 10 years, I have deeply valued your publication’s courage, determination to report the truth, and your vital advocacy for climate change awareness. However, the structure and wording of this 11-minute broadcast highlighted a troubling tendenc... more

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    Reader from HK
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • My daily tonic

    2025: I just love listening to these talented and thoughtful journalists cut through the noise and deliver well-researched reports on the most important stories of the day. I would be quite lost without the Today In Focus podcast. Thank you to the whole production team, from a time poor working mother thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizziepod13
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Please remove Nosheen Iqbal

    Helen Pidd is such a star, her journalism is always impeccable, and the episodes she conducts are always nuanced and well put together. In stark contrast, Nosheen truly has the emotional and conversational range of a cardboard box. Please find a second Helen Pidd or Michael Safi and replace Nosheen.

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    - orange -
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The Palantir Ep

    Entire Episode source is “trust me bro” could have been a 1 min Ep called “ We DoNt LiKE ThEm beCAusE of PaLEstinE “

    The Guardian thinks your stupid.

    Apple Podcasts
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    A.bratherton
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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The fight to save Sweden’s soul from the far right
Q: How did the Sweden Democrats become so influential despite not being in formal government?
Gelin explains they acted as kingmakers, shaping policy by providing votes to the conservative bloc, while the party has gradually absorbed its more extreme ideas into mainstream political discourse.
The fight to save Sweden’s soul from the far right
Q: Define for me what the Swedish soul looks like and what true Swedish values might be.
Gelin explains that the Swedish soul involves humanitarian values, democracy, human rights, and openness, but notes that these ideals have been challenged by a conservative turn and the normalization of anti-immigrant rhetoric among the mainstream.
Ed Sheeran support acts quit after Macklemore ‘Free Palestine’ row - The Latest
Q: What happened with Macklemore at Ed Sheeran's concert and what was the reaction?
Macklemore stepped onto the front of the stage at a New Jersey show to declare Free Palestine, which was met with cheers but led to a swift backlash and removal from remaining tour dates, prompting discussion about the politics of celebrity performances.
The Palestinian school under siege
Q: What does this incident tell us about the broader conflict around settlements and state response?
Emma and Waheed describe a pattern where not only settlers but also the Israeli military and police are implicated in violence and intimidation, suggesting official complicity or at least documented coordination in the aggression against Palestinian communities.
The Palestinian school under siege
Q: How is the school continuing to function despite the siege and checkpoints?
Waheed explains that he reassures families, urges bravery, and adapts teaching and accreditation processes to keep students in class, even as teachers struggle to reach the school and the village remains under pressure.

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