

Gary O’Donoghue
North America correspondent for BBC.
Top 10 podcasts with Gary O’Donoghue
Ranked by the Snipd community

41 snips
Feb 21, 2026 • 35min
Trump’s Tariffs: The Beginning of the End?
Gary O'Donoghue, BBC Chief North America correspondent, explains the Supreme Court ruling that blocked Trump's global tariffs. He outlines the legal reasoning, possible alternative tariff routes, and who pays when trade policy flips. Short takes cover political fallout, separation of powers, and the uncertainty businesses face from sudden executive action.

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Nov 15, 2025 • 33min
Trump Says He'll Sue the BBC for up to $5 Billion
Gary O'Donoghue, the BBC's Chief North America correspondent, joins the discussion on Trump’s legal threats against the BBC, after a controversial edit in a Panorama documentary. He provides insights into public sentiment in the U.S. regarding the issue and explores the political ramifications, including a potential Florida jury's perspective. The conversation also touches on ongoing tensions within the MAGA movement and how recent Epstein document releases are complicating matters for Trump and Republicans. It's a lively mix of media scrutiny and political strategy!

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Apr 1, 2026 • 28min
Trump: US to leave Iran in '2 or 3 weeks'
Gary O'Donoghue, the BBC’s North America correspondent covering Washington and US politics, unpacks Trump’s shifting line on Iran and the political divide in America. There’s also debate over a possible King Charles trip to Washington, Australia’s scramble over fuel costs, a court block on the White House ballroom plan, a North Sea carbon capture project, IVF donor mix-up claims, and NASA’s Moon mission countdown.

23 snips
Feb 20, 2026 • 25min
US Supreme Court rules against Trump's global tariffs
Daniel Sandford, BBC UK correspondent covering the police search and inquiry around Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Gary O'Donoghue, BBC North America correspondent analyzing the US Supreme Court decision that struck down Trump's global tariffs and its global economic fallout. They discuss the ruling's legal basis, wider policy implications, and what it means for international markets.

22 snips
Feb 26, 2026 • 34min
Will The US Attack Iran?
Gary O'Donoghue, BBC North America correspondent in Washington, and Jane Corbin, award‑winning Middle East investigative filmmaker, discuss the indirect Geneva talks with Oman mediating. They cover US demands on Iran, Tehran's stance on nuclear and missiles, regional security risks including Israel and Hezbollah, the US naval buildup in the Gulf, and economic fallout for oil markets and trade uncertainty.

20 snips
Mar 25, 2026 • 30min
The US-Iran Briefing Wars
Katie Razzall, BBC Culture and Media Editor, gives a sharp take on the new director general pick and the BBC's organisational challenges. Gary O'Donoghue, BBC Chief North America Correspondent, reports live on US‑Iran communications, White House briefings, troop movements and negotiation dynamics. Short, timely conversations that unpack media strategy and fast‑moving foreign policy developments.

19 snips
Jan 31, 2026 • 27min
Epstein Files: New Pictures Appear to Show Andrew
Gary O'Donoghue, BBC Chief North America correspondent reporting from Washington. He walks through the massive Epstein document release and what the files contain. Discussion of disturbing images, mentions of high‑profile figures, victim privacy concerns, and possible political fallout. Hints that more revelations may still emerge.

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Jan 30, 2026 • 28min
Russia to pause attacks on Ukraine as temperatures plummet
Gary O'Donoghue, BBC chief North America correspondent, explains US-Russia diplomatic manoeuvres. Abdujalail Abdurasulov, Kiev-based reporter, describes strikes on energy infrastructure and civilian hardship. They discuss a claimed pause in attacks amid extreme cold, scepticism on the ground, and the human cost of damaged utilities and winter conditions.

11 snips
Jul 15, 2025 • 31min
Trump Calls The BBC
In a revealing conversation, Gary O’Donoghue, the BBC's chief North America correspondent, shares insights from his unexpected call with Trump. They discuss Trump's views on Putin, the nuances of international diplomacy, and the implications of Brexit. Trump reflects on the anniversary of an assassination attempt and contrasts his informal interview style with that of past presidents like Obama. This candid exchange offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of political relationships and the lighter moments of interviewing the controversial former president.

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Jun 22, 2025 • 29min
Israel-Iran: US Bombs Iranian Nuclear Sites
Gordon Corera, a security analyst and host of the Rest is Classified podcast, discusses the implications of the recent U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites, elaborating on potential Iranian responses. Gary O’Donoghue, BBC's North America correspondent, offers insight into Donald Trump's rationale behind the strikes and the reactions unfolding in the U.S. They explore the disparities in military capabilities, geopolitical dynamics, and the lasting effects these actions might have on international stability.


