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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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Episodes
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Oct 8, 2019 • 26min
Blame Academy
Topics include Brexit negotiations, humorous Brexit banter and poetry, musical Brexit titles, and the introduction of an emergency Brexitcast playlist featuring Arctic Monkeys B-sides.
Oct 3, 2019 • 26min
Poisonous Testicles
Exploring Brexit negotiations post-Brexit, customs union departure challenges, Boris Johnson's deal proposal, political maneuvers, and National Poetry Day celebration with Brexit poems on this entertaining and informative podcast episode.
Oct 1, 2019 • 31min
Cupgate
Podcast discusses Boris Johnson's stance on Brexit, contrasted with Theresa May's approach. Explore EU's stance on customs arrangements, backstop, and Irish border issues. Delve into the complexity of SPS standards, potential concessions, and reaching a deal timeline. Hilarity ensues with a mix-up involving Arlene Foster and Arlene Phillips, alongside discussions on trust issues and negotiations drama. Political theatre and behind-the-scenes banter reveal amusing encounters with political figures.
Sep 26, 2019 • 31min
Fear and Loathing in Westminster
Parliament as we've never seen it before...
Sep 24, 2019 • 32min
One Hale Of A Ride
The Supreme Court has ruled the suspension of Parliament was unlawful. Meanwhile, what's happening at the Labour Party Conference?
Sep 19, 2019 • 30min
Bettel The Devil You Know
A comical take on Brexit negotiations with playful banter and humorous commentary. Insights into property viewing challenges in Luxembourg and reflections on the Supreme Court drama with accusations against Boris Johnson. Stay tuned for upcoming political events and podcast updates.
Sep 17, 2019 • 18min
Podiumgate
What does 'podiumgate' say about the chances of a deal?
Sep 12, 2019 • 32min
Brex, Lies and Barnier Tape
Scottish court claims Queen misled, Barnier fan of Brexitcast. Chaos of Brexit negotiations likened to horse race. Legal battles over Parliament suspension. Leaked no-deal Brexit planning assumptions. Skepticism towards reaching Brexit deal. Intricacies of Irish border post-Brexit. EU's stance on 'O'Dill Brexit' discussed.
Sep 10, 2019 • 16min
Flying Flamingos & Executive Fiats
What in the flaming flamingo is an executive fiat?Producer: Poppy Damon.
Editor: Dino Sofos.
Sep 5, 2019 • 37min
I have a Cummings plan...
Former Chief of Staff to Theresa May, Gavin Barwell, discusses the challenges of Brexit negotiations and Boris Johnson's leadership style. Topics include the chaos of a general election, managing relationships in Number 10, and the complexities of delivering Brexit amidst party concerns. Insights into political strategies, maintaining convictions, and frustrations with partisan voting are also highlighted.
