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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Jan 27, 2024 • 22min
What do voters think of Sunak and Starmer? The focus group results are in!
This podcast explores public opinion on politics and politicians, including views on Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer. They discuss the use of focus group results and messaging strategies by political parties. They also address criticisms, potential damage, and voter unrest. The importance of a catchy slogan and the need for spoiler alerts are also discussed.
Jan 26, 2024 • 33min
An Olympics Newscast Special - Six Months Until Paris
Chair of UK Sport and decorated Olympian Katherine Grainger, Olympic gold medallist Rebecca Adlington, BBC Sport presenter Sarah Mulkerrins, and sports reporter Romain Baheux discuss the preparations and excitement for the upcoming Olympics in Paris. They talk about security concerns, new sports in the Olympics, prominent athletes, and the focus on the team and city at the opening ceremony.
Jan 25, 2024 • 36min
Labour Leader Lessons from Lord Kinnock
Former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock discusses the historical performance of the Labour Party in UK elections and the need for changes in social care. A guest from the hit BBC series talks about the role of charisma and manipulation. They also discuss their experience watching and enjoying the TV show and its fan base.
Jan 24, 2024 • 24min
Are the Tories plotting to get rid of Rishi Sunak?
Phillip Blond, former adviser to David Cameron and Tory insider, joins Adam and Chris to discuss the potential crisis within the Conservative party. They explore the future of Rishi Sunak as leader, the impact of past events on conservative support, and a concerning poll funded by the Conservative Britain Alliance. They also discuss the Conservative Britain Alliance, upcoming by-elections, and express gratitude to a guest and Chris for an interview.
Jan 23, 2024 • 31min
Will the UK Keep Bombing the Houthis? + Barbenheimer returns…
Today, we look at renewed US/UK airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen and the reaction to this year’s Oscar nominations.To give a clearer picture of why the US and the UK have conducted a fresh wave of strikes Adam is joined by International Correspondent for Newsnight Nawal al-Maghafi and former UK diplomat in Yemen, Arthur Snell.Plus, this year’s Oscar nominations are OUT! We return to the phenomenon of Barbenheimer to ask who will win more awards? Our culture and media editor, Katie Razzall brings us all the shocks and surprises from this year’s nominations.
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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Sam McLaren and Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Gareth Jones. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 31min
Measles cases on the rise + Trump's big week
A rise in measles cases in the UK and the decline in MMR vaccination rates are discussed. The podcast also covers vaccine hesitancy within ethnic minority communities, the importance of consulting health professionals, and recent developments in the Republican nomination race. Additionally, the episode touches on legal challenges faced by Donald Trump and promotes a sister podcast and ad-free listening on Amazon Music.
Jan 21, 2024 • 32min
Military spending, Labour rules out SNP deal
SNP leader Humza Yousef and standout star Diane discuss UK's response to global threats, defense spending, labeling of traitors, and Cabinet reshuffle. First-hand account of attacks in the Red Sea, mental torture of hijacked vessel's crew, and bombing Houthi rebels in Yemen. Analysis of political events, debate on UK military capability, and Michael Gove's criticism of Boris Johnson.
Jan 20, 2024 • 30min
How to avoid campaign cock ups, and the state of the SNP
Humza Yousaf, SNP leader, discusses why Labour will win the next election. The power of the campaign trail is explored after a PM-public exchange. Doorstep journalism and on-the-go interviews are discussed. Challenges faced by the SNP under Yousaf's leadership are analyzed. Ongoing issues in Northern Ireland and Wales are addressed. The impact of a controversial handshake incident and social media on politicians is explored. The hosts bid goodbye and announce upcoming episodes.
Jan 19, 2024 • 33min
How is AI Threatening Elections?
Former global chair of news at Twitter Vivian Schiller, chief executive of Demos Polly Curtis, and executive director of the Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy professor Gina Neff discuss the impact of AI in elections, including the threat of doctored images, misinformation campaigns, deep fakes, and erosion of trust. They emphasize the importance of fact-checking emotionally provocative content and implementing imprints on social media for politicians in the UK.
Jan 18, 2024 • 34min
Is the World Becoming Less Safe?
Former head of the Foreign Office Sir Simon Fraser and Sunday Times Chief Foreign Correspondent Christina Lamb discuss the shipping crisis in the Red Sea, the war in Ukraine, and the possible return of President Trump. Shadow Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds joins from the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss global tensions.
