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Mar 7, 2026 • 32min
The Iranian President Says Sorry, But Does He Mean It?
Gillian Tett, Financial Times columnist and head of King's College, Cambridge, offers expert analysis. She discusses the regional strikes, Iran’s ambiguous apology, and risks of wider escalation. Short segments cover energy shocks, recession dangers, and scenarios that could end the conflict. The conversation focuses on economic and geopolitical fallout in clear, concise terms.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 33min
Iran War Q+A
Lyse Doucet, BBC chief international correspondent, and Jane Corbin, investigative filmmaker, field listener questions on the US-Israel war with Iran. They probe who launched strikes and whether US aims include regime change. They map Iran’s dispersed retaliation, regional fallout and risks of fragmentation, and discuss diplomatic strains with allies and impacts on energy and security.
30 snips
Mar 5, 2026 • 33min
Has Keir Starmer's Iran Response Been Too Slow?
Mikey Kay, military analyst who explains weaponry and air defences. Lucy Fisher, Whitehall editor offering political context on UK decisions. Jane Corbin, investigative journalist with deep reporting on military and intelligence. They debate Starmer’s Downing Street defence, UK deployment speed, layered air-defence gaps, Shahed drone mass attacks, missile and hypersonic threats, intelligence lead‑up and legal questions.
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Mar 4, 2026 • 35min
What’s Happening Inside Iran?
Siavash Ardalan, BBC World/Persian reporter with on-the-ground verification expertise, and Jane Corbin, investigative journalist and filmmaker experienced in conflict reporting. They discuss reporting challenges under internet blackouts. They examine military strikes, propaganda and media leaks. They talk about drone and submarine attacks, regional insurgency dynamics and questions around Iran’s leadership and succession.
6 snips
Mar 3, 2026 • 37min
Donald Trump Is "Not Happy" With Keir Starmer Over Iran
Chris Mason, Westminster political analyst; Darshini David, economics editor; Jane Corbin, Middle East filmmaker. They discuss Trump’s public attack on Keir Starmer and the Diego Garcia row. They cover UK legal and military calculations, market reactions with oil and gas moves, and unfolding strikes and regional targets in Iran.
12 snips
Mar 2, 2026 • 34min
What Is Trump’s Endgame For War In Iran?
Caitriona Perry, BBC Washington anchor reporting on US policy and presidential remarks. Lyse Doucet, BBC international correspondent with deep Iran and Middle East experience. Jane Corbin, investigative filmmaker covering regional conflicts. They discuss US military aims in Iran, Iran’s drone and missile tactics, regional spillover risks, legal and political debates in Washington and the challenges of toppling Iran’s leadership.
Mar 1, 2026 • 33min
Ali Khamenei Killed
Jeremy Bowen, BBC international editor and seasoned Middle East analyst, gives a concise mini bio. He outlines how the strike unfolded, the immediate domestic reactions inside Iran, and the possible regional and international fallout. Short, sharp takes on risks of escalation, political winners, and the legal and diplomatic questions now facing global powers.
12 snips
Feb 28, 2026 • 44min
The US and Israel attack Iran
Lucy Powell, deputy Labour leader and UK politician, reflects on a recent by-election setback and party strategy. Lyse Doucet, BBC chief international correspondent, reports from Iran with on-the-ground views. They discuss the sequence of strikes across Iran and the region. They also cover the political calculus behind US and Israeli decisions and the domestic fallout inside Iran.
34 snips
Feb 27, 2026 • 39min
By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton
Luke Tryl, pollster and analyst, explains the voting numbers and turnout. Joe Pike, BBC political correspondent, shares local campaign colour and voter sentiment. Chris Mason, BBC political journalist, gives on-the-ground context and national implications. They discuss the Greens’ surprising win, turnout dynamics, effects on Labour strategy, Reform UK’s showing, and local issues shaping the result.
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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.
