
Today in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism. Our award-winning morning edition hosted by Helen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal and Annie Kelly 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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I am grateful to find Today in Focus. I constantly listen to podcasts, working in my house or walking. I was looking for something with in-depth reporting on what’s happening now. This is a welcome addition to my daily listening. And yes, to The Guardian, please stay independent!
My go to for daily in-depth coverage of topical subjects.
Though I am a daily reader of the Guardian and recently began to listen to Today in Focus, I was a bit taken aback by the fact that Paramount is a sponsor. It must be evident to those outside of the US that Paramount has an agenda to present the views of the current administration in Washington whether true or not. Hoping the Guardian stands up for truth by reconsidering this particular sponsorship. In all other ways I so appreciate your reporting.
I don’t support companies that support Paramount+ or Amazon. You’re judged by the company you keep and the advertising dollars you choose to accept. Greed isn’t good, it’s gross.
Interesting interview with Albanese but would be great just to have the unedited version rather than all the slow musical interludes
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Today in Focus presents deeply reported journalism from Guardian correspondents, covering a broad array of timely topics from international diplomacy and climate policy to economics, gender, and media ethics. Episodes frequently feature on-the-ground analysis, data-driven context, and expert or insider guests, with a strong emphasis on accountability, policy impact, and the human stories behind headline events. A notable strength is its ability to pair rigorous reporting with concise, accessible discussion, often including cross-podcast cross-promotion and guest-driven investigations. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, globally aware analysis and a preference for nuanced perspectives on complex issues.
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