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A selection of ongoing reporting from Washington and other datelines by Emmy award-winning correspondent Simon Marks. Heard on radio stations worldwide, and now also here, on iTunes, GooglePlay and other podcast services. Simon is the President and Chief Correspondent of Feature Story News (www.feat…

Simon Marks Reporting


    • Sep 1, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Simon Marks Reporting podcast is a fantastic source of information and analysis for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of current political events in the United States. Simon Mark's reporting is superb, providing informative and well-researched content that allows outsiders to gain a window into the state of American politics. His delivery is engaging and makes potentially boring topics interesting. With his concise and no-nonsense style, he covers the most prominent American news stories of the day, offering a valuable perspective for international listeners.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Simon Mark's ability to provide in-depth information while keeping it lean and digestible. He presents complex topics with clarity and provides enough background context for listeners to fully grasp the issues at hand. His reporting is always well-researched, ensuring that his insights are accurate and reliable. Additionally, his sense of humor adds an entertaining element to the podcast, making it enjoyable to listen to even when tackling serious subjects.

    On the downside, there can be some repetition in Simon Mark's reporting as he covers the same topics for different networks. However, this is a minor issue considering the quality of his analysis. It would also be helpful if each episode had a clear indication of which country it was broadcasted for, allowing listeners to easily find episodes aimed at their specific interests.

    In conclusion, The Simon Marks Reporting podcast is essential listening for those seeking informative and engaging coverage on American politics from an independent voice. Simon Mark's concise and insightful reporting combined with his wit make this podcast stand out among others covering similar topics. Whether you're an avid news consumer or just looking to stay informed about current affairs outside your own country, this podcast is highly recommended.



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    Latest episodes from Simon Marks Reporting

    September 1, 2025 - Washington Post: White House considering detailed plan to depopulate and rebuild Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 2:47


    Simon's live update for CNA, with Arnold Gay and Julie Yoo anchoring.

    September 1, 2025 - US Roundup: Speculation mounts over Trump's health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 14:57


    Simon's live roundup of events in the US with Nick Abbot on LBC.  Listen every Sunday night / Monday morning at 0045am, or find it on-demand here afterwards.

    August 30, 2025 - Federal appeals court rules Trump's global tariffs are iilegal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 9:10


    Simon's live chat with Vanessa Feltz on the UK's LBC. What happens if the Supreme Court upholds the appeals court decision?

    August 30, 2025 - Starmer urged to take more confrontational approach towards Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 16:21


    Simon's chat with LBC's Ranvir Singh after Ed Davey, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, announced he will boycott a State Banquet for President Trump

    August 29, 2025 - "American Week": Trump lays claim to limitless executive powers

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 10:38


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for Friday's drivetime programme on LBC, presented by Ben Kentish.  Today: #Trump lays claim to limitless powers while insisting he's not a #dictator; Democrats warn him not to deploy troops in cities across the country; and Republican lawmakers get an earful from their constitutents. Plus Taylor #Swift gets engaged.  #news #politics #USpolitics #Trump #Newsom #Pritzker #Election2028

    August 26, 2025 - Swift and Kelce announce the nuptials of the century

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 1:51


    Simon's update on the impending nuptials, for LBC News.

    August 22, 2025 - "American Week": Putin sends Trump's Ukrainian ball into the long grass

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 10:50


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for LBC's Friday drivetime programme, with Ben Kentish in the chair.  This week, Putin plays Trump like a violin, and demolishes his hope to broker peace in Ukraine.

    August 21, 2025 - US Roundup: Russia dismantles Trump strategy on Ukraine, and Trump talks about...grass

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 13:00


    Simon's live chat with Nick Abbot on the UK's LBC.

    August 21, 2025 - Russian steadily demolish Trump's Ukraine initiative

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 3:56


    Simon's live update for CNA, with Arnold Gay and Julie Yoo anchoring.

    August 19, 2025 - Trump sends clear signal to Zelensky and allies that he's still enthralled by Putin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 19:57


    Simon's live chat with Nick Abbot on the UK's LBC.

    August 19, 2024 - AS IT BROKE: Trump accuses European leaders of "playing cute" and echoes Putin talking points on Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 5:10


    Simon's live update on President Trump's interview with Fox News that challenged suggestions that European leaders on Monday suceeded in pulling him back from Putin's orbit.  With Shelagh Fogarty on the UK's LBC.

    August 19, 2025 - Questions abound over outcome of talks between Zelensky, Europeans and Trump over Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 8:48


    Simon's live report for Richard Spurr's overnight programme on the UK's LBC, on the very uncertain outcomes from today's Ukraine summit at the White House.

    August 18, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: White House meetings on Ukraine end, with contested outcomes claimed by Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 4:25


    Simon's live update on the culmination of today's day-long events at the White House involving President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and 7 European leaders. For CNA with Julie Yoo and Arnold Gay anchoring.

    August 18, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Merz and Trump clash over need for ceasefire in Ukraine, as Trump insists "Putin wants peace"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 6:04


    Simon's live update for Iain Dale's nightly programme on the UK's LBC.

    August 18, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Zelensky, European leaders arrive in Washington for make-or-break talks with Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 2:39


    Simon's live update for LBC's drivetime programme with Ben Kentish presenting.

    August 18, 2025 - Zelensky & European leaders to meet Trump, their trust in him deeply eroded

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 9:34


    Simon's live update for LBC News, the UK's rolling news station, with Chris Golds presenting.

    August 18, 2025 - Transatlantic alliance hangs in the balance as Zelensky, European leaders prepare to meet Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 7:50


    Simon's live update, with reporting also from FSN's Trent Murray in Berlin, for CNA with Jill Neubronner anchoring.

    August 17, 2025 - US Roundup: European leaders race to Washington to protect Zelensky from Trump

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 12:50


    Simon's live update for Nick Abbot's late night programme on the UK's LBC.  

    August 17, 2025 - European leaders race to Washington for showdown meeting over Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 4:39


    Simon's live update for Vanessa Feltz's Sunday afternoon prorgamme on the UK's LBC.

    August 16, 2025 - Trump abandons ceasefire call in Ukraine, will meet Zelensky on Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 7:18


    Simon's live update for the UK's LBC with Natasha Devon.

    August 16, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump departs Alaska, with nothing to show from his summit with Putin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 17:05


    Simon's breaking news update for Clive Bull's overnight programme on the UK's LBC, as Trump folds up his tent and flies back to Washington aboard Air Force One.

    August 15, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Live analysis of Trump/Putin press statement

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 12:07


    Simon's live breaking news analysis of Trump and Putin's comments at their joint appearance in front of reporters covering the Alaska summit.  With Nick Abbot on the UK's LBC.

    August 15, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump and Putin meet on the airfield's tarmac in Alaska

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 11:20


    Simon's live, breaking news coverage of Vladimir Putin's arrival on U.S. soil for the first time in a decade, and Donald Trump's welcome of him. For Radio New Zealand's "Saturday Morning" with Perlina Lau. 

    August 15, 2025 - "American Week": Trump and Putin head to Alaska, as Ukraine's destiny hangs in the balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 10:35


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for LBC's Friday drivetime programme, this week presented by Ben Kentish.  Today: Trump and Putin meet for the most consequential superpower summit in memory.

    August 14, 2025 - Trump "just can't stop talking" ahead of Putin summit in Alaska

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 4:38


    Simon's live report for Tom Swarbrick's drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.  Listen to LBC throughout the next 48 hours for full, live coverage of Trump's Alaska summit with Putin.

    August 14, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump says he is "convinced" Putin wants to strike "a deal" on Ukraine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 9:37


    Simon's live update for LBC News, the UK's rolling news station, with John Stratford presenting Thursday's drivetime sequence.

    August 13, 2025 - Ahead of Alaska, European leaders urge Trump not to sell Ukraine down the river

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 3:26


    Simon's live update for CNA, the pan-Asian news channel based in Singapore. With Julie Yoo and Liz Neo anchoring.

    August 13, 2025 - South Africa slams State Department human rights report as "inaccurate and deeply flawed".

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 11:40


    Simon's live update as US-South Africa relations take another nose-dive. For Newzroom Afrika TV with Vuyo Mvoko anchoring. Courtesy: DSTV 405

    August 13, 2025 - White House: Trump/Putin summit will be "listening exercise" for US leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 2:29


    Simon's report for breakfast news on LBC News, with Simon Conway presenting.

    August 12, 2025 - New Zealand woman and son detained by US immigration

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 5:48


    Simon's live update on the plight of Sarah Shaw and her 6-year old son, caught up in President Trump's anti-immigration maw. For Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report" with Corin Dann anchoring.

    August 12, 2025 - Trump accuses DC falsifying crime statistics as he deploys National Guard and promises rollout beyond Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 15:04


    Simon's live update for James O'Brien's programme on the UK's LBC.

    August 11, 2025 - Trump indicates he plans to carve up Ukraine, and put troops on the streets of Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 7:35


    Simon's live update for LBC News where the presenter is John Stratford.

    August 11, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump reveals plans to carve Ukraine up with Putin, and plans to deploy National Guard in DC

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 2:59


    Simon's live update on the President's news conference at the White House, for Tom Swarbrick's programme on the UK's LBC.

    August 9, 2025 - US Roundup: Epstein, Jobs Numbers and Alaska Summit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 12:49


    Simon's live chat with Matt Frei at the end of his Saturday morning programme on LBC.  

    August 9, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump to meet Putin in Alaska next Friday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 13:45


    Simon's live update for Clive Bull's overnight programme on the UK's LBC, after Trump unveiled Alaska as the surprise venue for his summit meeting with Vladimir Putin.

    August 8, 2025 - "American Week": The Democrats' struggle for relevance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 10:44


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for Tom Swarbrick's drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.  Listen live every Friday or find it here on demand afterwards. Today: the Democrats' struggle to retain relevance in Trump's America.

    August 8, 2025 - Lammy hosts VP Vance at Chevening estate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 5:06


    August 7, 2025 - Trump meeting with Putin looks doubtful as Kremlin rejects reports of a Ukraine breakthrough

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 3:45


    Simon's live update for Tom Swarbrick's drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.

    August 6, 2025 - AS IT BROKE: Trump to meet Putin "soon"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 7:27


    Simon's live update for Ben Kentish's late night programme on the UK's LBC, amid a glimmer of limited hope for Ukraine peace talks.

    August 6, 2025 - Texas Democrats threatened with fines and arrests after fleeing state in resistricting standoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 5:52


    Simon's live update for Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report" with Corin Dann anchoring.

    August 5, 2025 - House lawmakers subpoena Clintons, but also Trump's Department of Justice over Epstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 10:05


    Simon's live update for LBC where Henry Riley was in the chair.

    August 1, 2025 - "American Week: Trump's problems over Epstein mount within MAGA

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 10:25


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the USA for Tom Swarbrick's Friday evening programme on the UK's LBC.  Listen live every Friday at 5:50pm or find it here on demand afterwards.

    July 11, 2025 - "American Week": Tragedy in Texas leaves Trump facing uncomfortable questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 10:09


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for Tom Swarbrick's Friday night programme on the UK's LBC.  Listen live every Friday at 5:50pm or find it here on demand afterwards.  This week:  after the Texas Hill Country flooding tragedy, do Trump and Musk share some of the blame?

    July 8, 2025 - Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 3:26


    Simon's update for "Nick Ferrari at Breakfast" on the UK's LBC.

    July 4, 2025 - "American Week": Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes, but will Republicans rue the day?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 10:33


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the United States for Tom Swarbrick's Friday night drivetime programme on the UK's LBC. Listen live every Friday at 5:50pm or find it on catch-up here afterwards.

    June 27, 2025 - "American Week": Trump attacks Iran, then turns his fire on the media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 10:54


    Simon's weekly chronicle of events in the USA for Tom Swarbrick's Friday night drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.  Listen live every Friday at 5.50pm or find it here on demand afterwards. 

    June 22, 2025 - Trump reveals his bluff, attacking Iran & destroying key nuclear sites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 6:34


    Simon's live update on the obliteration of Iran's nuclear facilities after B2 bombers dropped more than a dozen "bunker-busting" bombs on the country.  With Matthew Wright on the UK's LBC.

    June 21, 2025 - Trump battles Trump as MAGA battles MAGA over Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 11:40


    Simon's live Saturday morning update for Paul Brand's programme on the UK's LBC.

    June 20, 2025 - "American Week": Trump prevaricates over Iran attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 10:40


    Simon's weekly chronicle of life in the United States, for Tom Swarbrick's Friday drivetime programme on the UK's LBC.  This week: the President holds the world's attention hostage over Iran.   #Trump #Iran #NoKings #Parade #Israel

    June 18, 2025 - Remembering Alfred Brendel, 1931 - 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 8:19


    From Simon's programme on the UK's LBC, a tribute to the late, great pianist...and why, even if you've never heard of him, his story should inspire. With the thoughts of Classic FM legend, and Beethoven scholar John Suchet.

    June 18, 2025 - Trump demands Iran's "unconditional surrender" as he mulls involvement in Israel attacks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 4:00


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