Newscast
BBC News
The BBC's daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day's biggest news stories so you're never out of your depth.Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you're ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest news, developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.Newscast is hosted by trusted politics and news journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.Catch Newscast seven-days a week and watch on BBC One at 23:40 on Thursday night or later on BBC iPlayer. GET IN TOUCH:
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Send us a message or voicenote via WhatsApp to 03301239480
Email Newscast@bbc.co.uk
Or use the hashtag #BBCNewscastYou can register for Castfest tickets here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/castfest-2026
Episodes
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Sep 1, 2023 • 29min
RAAC To School
Potential dangers of RAAC concrete in schools discussed, along with the financial implications. Interview with a parent affected by the issue. The podcast also explores how a change in measuring growth could reveal the UK's economy to be better than expected.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 36min
Mini Rishuffle
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the recent reshuffle in the cabinet, including new appointments and the challenges they face. They also explore a new documentary uncovering grooming in online sex work and the manipulation and control techniques used. The podcast reveals surprising information about the true intellectual force behind the operation.
Aug 30, 2023 • 34min
Can You Force Criminals Into Court?
Offenders will be made to attend sentencing hearings under new laws.Farah Naz, the aunt of Zara Aleena, who was killed in 2022, joins Adam to talk about her experience of the perpetrator not attending his sentencing. Former Old Bailey judge Wendy Joseph KC explains the difficulties of forcing criminals into the dock.Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has said that the UK will not disengage with China as he travels to Beijing for talks. Cindy Yu, the Assistant Editor at the Spectator and host of the magazine’s Chinese Whispers podcast discusses whether the UK is reliant on China.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereToday's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Clare Williamson and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Dafydd Evans. The editor is Damon Rose.
Aug 29, 2023 • 25min
Ground Control to Major Glitch
Former air traffic controller Michele Robson and operating director at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Paul Staples, discuss the recent air traffic control glitch causing flight cancellations and the need for modernizing the flight planning system. They also explore the impact of system modernization on flight cancellations and the expansion of the low emission zone in London, addressing concerns about air quality and the financial burden of the vehicle scrappage scheme. The podcast also delves into the devastating impact of air pollution in London and other major UK cities.
Aug 25, 2023 • 28min
Why are energy bills still so high?
James Beale and Will Roe, journalists, discuss tracking down Kenneth Law, the Canadian seller of poison. The energy price cap is announced and savings tips are shared. Molly Dineen suggests her top three documentaries. Topics covered include navigating energy prices, understanding energy bills, contacting your supplier, and the Dark Web's deadly poison network.
Aug 24, 2023 • 30min
Educating Newscast
Branwen Jeffreys, Sir Anthony Seldon, Jonny Mitchell, Louis Theroux, Alan Yentob, and Molly Dineen discuss GCSE results, the future of TV, and the commissioning of documentaries. They delve into regional variations in results, the impact of recess on students, challenges in the education system, and the pursuit of truth in storytelling. They also share their favorite documentaries and make a funny comment about their studio location near the BBC director's office.
Aug 23, 2023 • 32min
Prigozhin: Has Putin Struck Again?
The boss of the Wagner mercenary group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, is presumed dead after a plane crash north of Moscow killed all on board.Ukrainecast’s Vitaly Shevchenko and security correspondent, Frank Gardner, join Adam to go through what we know. Lou Osborn from the monitoring group All Eyes on Wagner also shares her expertise.And, India has made history by landing a spacecraft near the south pole of the Moon for the first time. Journalist and author of the book The Future of Geography: How Power and Politics in Space Will Change Our World Tim Marshall explains where it puts them in the 21st century space race.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereToday's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Miranda Slade and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.01:18 - Prigozhin presumed dead in plane crash
16:36 - India’s historic moon mission
Aug 22, 2023 • 34min
Scotland’s Drug Problem
Scotland's drug problem, decriminalization in Portugal, potential breakthrough in prostate cancer detection, Edinburgh Fringe's funniest gag
Aug 21, 2023 • 35min
Lucy Letby Jailed For Life
Shaun Lintern, health editor at The Sunday Times, discusses the sentencing of Lucy Letby, who murdered babies at a hospital. They explore the hospital's management failings and potential implications for the NHS. The podcast also touches on the Women's World Cup and reflections on a recent event, along with casual conversations about leaving everything out there and politics.
Aug 19, 2023 • 23min
Gabby Logan on the Lionesses' World Cup chances
Gabby Logan, TV anchor and Newscaster, discusses the Lionesses' World Cup chances, the BBC's promotion of women's football, and creating a fun BBC Sport Classic Montage. They also talk about superstitions and lucky colors.
