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Today in Focus

The Guardian
Benjamin Netanyahu
Reddit
Israel
Assisted Dying
Subreddits
Hamas
Donald Trump
Child Exploitation
Vice Media
UK Law
Haiti
New York Stock Exchange
Social Media
Gaza
Millennials
Bowel Cancer
Parliament
LGBTQ Rights
Church Of England
Same-Sex Marriage

Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining storytelling with insightful analysis and personal testimonies, the podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. Today in Focus is unmatched in both scope and depth, delivering analysis and storytelling from right across the planet. With a globa... more

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Economics editor Heather Stewart explores the winners and losers of the government’s spending review. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="www.theguardian.com/infocus">theguardian.com/infocus</a>

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Tess McClure
Guardian reporter and editor covering species loss and the biodiversity crisis
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Jan Butyl
Computer engineer specializing in seismic monitoring of mountains and keen mountaineer
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Chris Stokel-Walker
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Dario Amadei
CEO of Anthropic, AI technology company
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Gina Tonic
Founder of The Fat Zine, presenter of The Polyester Podcast, and author of 'Greedy Guts'.
Episode: What happened to body positivity?
Jenny Stevens
Deputy features editor of The Guardian.
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Karen Hao
Tech journalist and author with early insights into OpenAI
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Hannah Al-Othman
North of England correspondent for The Guardian who reported on Nicola's case
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Helen Pidd
Co-host and presenter, known for her engaging storytelling and approachable style, she brings complex topics to life.
Michael Safi
Host and correspondent known for his analytical approach to journalism, he often covers impactful stories from around the globe.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 14.5k ratings
  • Totally moved by the story of Max

    Just listened to Archie’s story about baby Max. It was one of the most tearful 34 mins of my life. I have a son just a few months older than Max and I can’t tell you, I mean to Archie and Ruth, just how sorry I am and how much I’d like to praise them for being such wonderful parents to Max…. Life is all about perspectives. I’m a journalist myself and it’s the stories we come across in our lives that shape who we are. Listening to Archie and Ruth’s story about Max inspired me for being a better h... more

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    5
    Victoria from Luxembourg
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • My Son Max

    Courageous journalism with a foundation of love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShayKay2022
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Opposing the Gaza war, a view from inside Israel

    Thank you for this thoughtful report.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Canuck fan
    Canada23 days ago
  • Great

    A great way to stay informed and know more than just the passing headlines about current stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggsjdndkmskdmslmdd
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • I'm an avid listener

    Having discovered this pod during Covid - I've become an avid listener. It helps me bother understand and contextualize the current world and what drives it. I certainly highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Whirlowdale
    United Kingdoma month ago

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The Swiss village buried by a glacier collapse
Q: To what extent can we be sure that this is climate change which has caused this disaster for this village?
While direct attribution to climate change is complicated, all factors leading to such disasters are influenced by climate change.
The Swiss village buried by a glacier collapse
Q: What measures can be put in place to keep people and properties safe?
There are engineered structures for rock falls and a sophisticated monitoring system, but it's challenging to completely mitigate the risks.
The Swiss village buried by a glacier collapse
Q: What was the mood like, and was everybody safe from Blatten?
Most residents were evacuated and only one person is missing, but there is immense grief and disbelief over the loss of their homes and heritage.
Australia’s mushroom murder trial
Q: What did Erin say happened at that meal?
Erin stated she aimed to make a special recipe and used mushrooms stored in her pantry, believing they were not poisonous.
Australia’s mushroom murder trial
Q: What have we learned in court about that now infamous meal?
Erin Patterson invited several family members for lunch, and after the meal, all guests fell seriously ill, leading to fatalities attributed to death cap mushroom poisoning.

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