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In this week's edition of the News Review on the PRmoment podcast, host Ben Smith, is joined by industry heavyweights Mark Borkowski and Angie Moxham to dissect one of the most significant political crisis management events of the year: Nicola Sturgeon's high-stakes sit-down interview with Laura Kuenssberg on the BBC. Following her estranged husband Peter Murrell's recent guilty plea to embezzling over £400,000 from the SNP, the former First Minister faced an intense 55-minute interrogation aimed at shifting the narrative from political complicity to personal betrayal.Ben kicks off the discussion by questioning whether the interview succeeded in separating Sturgeon's personal reputation from the unfolding financial scandal of the party she led for nearly a decade. Mark Borkowski offers a sharp critique of the crisis communications strategy, noting that while Sturgeon's performance was emotionally raw—particularly when discussing a £425 necklace bought with stolen funds—it ultimately struggled under the weight of incredulity. He argues that her core defense—claiming she had no "conscious memory" of a massive motorhome parked outside her mother-in-law's house—strained public belief, leaving the "brand" of Sturgeon severely damaged despite her formidable media skills.Angie Moxham shifts the lens toward the gender dynamics and long-term reputational impact. Moxham observes that Sturgeon deliberately weaponized a highly relatable narrative: the trope of a successful woman being unfairly blamed for the hidden, fraudulent actions of the man in her life. While Angie acknowledges that this framing could resonate strongly with a core segment of the public and female voters, she questions whether it can truly repair the massive trust deficit currently facing the SNP. Moxham analyzes how the "personal vs. political" mashup plays out for independent brand survival, noting that Sturgeon's insistence that she is “serving a sentence for a crime I did not commit” effectively positions her as the primary victim, eclipsing the independence donors whose money was actually taken.The panel agrees that while the BBC gave Sturgeon the necessary space to outline her trauma and bewilderment, the interview highlights the near-impossible task of separating a leader's legacy from systemic organizational failure. Ultimately, the review concludes that while Sturgeon successfully reminded the public of her formidable communication prowess, the sheer volume of high-value goods involved makes an absolute reputational recovery unlikely.Finally, Ben closes the segment with an important industry notice, urging listeners to submit their entries for the upcoming Creative Moment Awards before the final entry deadline on June 19th.You can watch the Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg Interview to see the exact moment Nicola Sturgeon addresses the embezzlement scandal and discusses the personal toll it has taken on her life.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by Mark Borkowski and Angie Moxham. Here's the agenda for PR Masterclass: AI in PR.In the PR News Review we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week we're talking about the UK local elections results.We discuss the predictably huge gains for Reform and the huge losses for Labour.We also talk about the likely comms strategies now for Farage & Reform and Starmer & Labour.The discussion centres on the shifting political landscape and the starkly different PR challenges facing the parties and their leaders.Podcast Summary HighlightsKeir Starmer and the Labour PartyThe panel offers a blunt assessment of Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Despite Labour's significant majority, the speakers argue that Starmer suffers from a fundamental "charisma deficit" and a "robotic" communication style that fails to resonate with the electorate. Mark Borkowski describes Starmer as having a "barrister mind" better suited for the High Court than the public stage, noting that his messaging has been overwhelmed by poor decisions and controversies, particularly the "Mandelson stain." Angie Moxham predicts a potential leadership challenge, suggesting a "straight-out shooting" between Angela Rayner and Ed Miliband may be on thehorizon. The consensus is that Labour needs a leader who can project authenticity and positivity to maintain public trust in a volatile environment.Nigel Farage and the Reform PartyThe rise of Reform UK is characterized as a significant disruption to the traditionaltwo-and-a-half-party system. While Farage is praised for his "fearless communication" and ability to connect with his base, the panel identifies a major PR "own goal": the inclusion of "Tory party failures" like Robert Jenrick. Borkowski argues that bringing "old circus acts into a newtent" undermines Reform's image as a fresh alternative. Farage's strategy is described as headline-driven and opportunistic, effectively exploiting the "malaise" of current politics to gain momentum, even if his long-term viability remains a question of whether the electorate feels genuinely "more affluent" under his influence.The Changing Face of LeadershipBeyond the main parties, the Borkowski and Moxham speakers touch on the other party leaders.Kemi Badenoch is highlighted as an increasingly competent and "safe pair of hands," showing improved focus and delivery.In contrast, Zack Polanski's leadership is criticised for being "unpicked" by ego and a lack of maturity, particularly following unprofessional social media conduct. The overarching theme of the episode is that in the "age of authenticity," leaders have "nowhere to hide."Success requires not just policy, but the "spiritual quotient" (SQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ) to lead a nation that is increasingly fatigued by "dystopian" news narratives and systemic stress.

Hidden in a quiet Belgian archive, century-old colonial maps of the Democratic Republic of Congo may hold the key to an estimated $24 trillion in untapped minerals. Now the United States, backed by Trump, together with the likes of Jeff Bezos, want them. The curators, however, are in no hurry to hand them over.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryWritten by: Madeleine Spence, deputy editor for News Review, The Sunday Times.Read by: Olivia Case.Host: Luke Jones. Producer: Dave Creasey.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: The $24trn question: who owns these 100-year-old mining maps?Clips: DW, BBC.Photo: Getty Images, The Sunday Times.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by Angie Moxham and Mark Borkowski.In the PR News Review we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective. This week, we're talking about Huw Edwards' publicist Barry Tomes leaving GMB hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls speechless, what to expect from Meta and Google as social media gets its Big Tobacco moment and whether new BBC director general Matt Brittin has the hardest job in media.Tickets for The PRmoment Awards are now available for both London and Manchester, go to PRmomentAwards.com to grab your tickets.Huw Edwards' Publicist BacklashThe panel expressed shock and disbelief over Barry Tomes' appearance, agreeing that his highly visible and unprofessional interview set the PR industry back. Mark Borkowski called the attempt to resurrect Edwards' career equivalent to trying to float the Titanic.Big Tech Accountability ForecastDiscussion covered the potential 'big tobacco moment' for Meta and Google, which was considered long overdue, having been predicted 10 years prior. Mark Borkowski anticipates Big Tech will employ a 'responsible product defense' strategy rather than using the exact big tobacco playbook.New BBC Director GeneralThe panel agreed that leading the BBC is the hardest job in media, with Angie Moxham confirming that Matt Brittin is a sensible choice. Brittin's background from Google is expected to apply a different, necessary lens to the organization, which is currently often viewed as being in a 'slow motion crisis'.

Josh Glancy, Editor of the News Review at the Sunday Times

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by Angie Moxham and Mark Borkowski.In the PR News Review we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week we're talking:Starmer, Mandelson and the Iran WarMusk, Tesla and Ofgem PR Ethics, Lobbying Rules and why PR firms need to be increasing careful in choosing their clientsBefore we start do check out The PRmoment Awards shortlists, they are an incredible selection of the best work happening in UK PR right now.Starmer, Mandelson and the Iran WarKeir Starmer's choice of Mandelson as ambassador was labeled a "nasty stain" despite Starmer taking responsibility for the move. Angie Moxham predicted that the recurring controversy would fatally damage Starmer's premiership.Musk, Tesla and OfgemIn the PR News Review we discuss Elon Musk's re-engagement with the UK media after Tesla secured an electricity supply license from Ofgem for domestic and business electricity.PR Ethics, The Lobbying Act and controversial clientsThe need for PR firms to ethically select clients was emphasised, citing controversies that make PR firms part of the story when representing controversial clients. The Prime Minister has requested the Ethics and Integrity Commission review UK lobbying rules. The PR News Review panel acknowledged "gaping holes" in the 2014 Lobbying Act.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by the dream team which is Angie Moxham and Mark Borkowski.In the PR News Review we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week there's really only 1 story in town, Peter Mandelson and whether he's going to bring down Sir Keir Starmer's government.Before we start, check out our latest PR Masterclass: The Intersection of PR & GEO, all the info you'll need is accessible from the homepage of PRmoment.Summary of this week's PR News Review:Ben Smith introduced the PR News Review, focusing on the negative implications of Peter Mandelson's association with Epstein on Keir Starmer's government, with Angie Moxham expressing dismay and Mark Borkowski labeling Mandelson as "toxic,” with Angie Moxham viewing the situation as a "slow motion car crash" for Keir Starmer, and both agreeing that public disillusionment stems from broken promises and political bickering.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. This week I'm joined by Angie Moxham, founder of Fourth Angel.In the PR News Review we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week we're talking about Fake experts and SEO masquerading as PR firms, Brand Beckham takes a "don't explain, but you can complain approach" and The relaunch of Davos.Concerns Over Fake PR Experts and SEO Firms Ben Smith introduced the first main topic of the news review, which was coverage by The Press Gazette concerning "fake PR experts" which Ben Smith and Angie Moxham agreed seemed to be predominantly problematic SEO firms. Ben Smith noted that Google updates have increased the influence of "journalistic earned media coverage," creating an incentive for SEO and digital PR firms to masquerade as public relations firms. Ben Smith and Angie Moxham discussed how the rise of media databases played a role in these "spray and prey press release distribution" techniques Angie Moxham asserted the continuing importance of strategic, face-to-face consultancy and good old-fashioned practices, such as "picking up the phone to a good journalist." Brand Beckham Ben Smith then introduced the second story concerning Brand Beckham, which they described as taking a "don't explain but you can complain approach".Analysis of Davos and Political Reputational Risks Ben Smith introduced the final topic, the "relaunch of Davos," noting that attendance, previously often regarded as a reputational risk, seemed to have changed in the past 12 months, with Donald Trump's presence contributing to its renewed power status. Angie Moxham agreed that wherever Donald Trump goes, people follow, which has "rebooted" the event. They also discussed how Keir Starmer's decision not to attend Davos, due to a trip to China, backfired, suggesting that their diary management might not have been optimal in the "grand scheme of the chess playing of politics".

Ben Smith welcomed Angie Moxham and Mark Borkowski to this week's PRmoment podcast News Review to discuss major PR stories, including "brand America" and Donald Trump's communication style, which Borkowski described as entering a dystopian age, with Moxham adding that America views life through a "Hollywood lens." The trio discuss the societal impact of the political narrative, with Moxham expressing concern about younger generations being constantly fed a frightening news narrative and a loss of faith in leadership.Borkowski and Moxham also discuss media coverage of Storm Goretti, the unprofessional performance of the English cricket team, and the implications of sports sponsorship for reputation with the rise of darts. The show concludes by paying tribute to the wonderful Bieneosa Ebite - one of UK PR's most important role models, who we sadly lost before Christmas.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by Angie Moxham, and Mark BorkowskiThis is the PR News Review where we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week we're talking about rage bait.This week rage bait was named Oxford University Press' Word of the Year for 2025.Before we start, you can now enter the PRmoment Awards. The early entry deadline is 19th December so do take a look at this year's categories and if you enter a few by 19th December, you'll save yourself a few quid.  Also, thanks so much to the PRmoment Podcast sponsors the PRCA.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast. In this weekly show I'm joined by Angie Moxham, and Mark Borkowski.This is the PR New Review where we look at the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective and this week we're talking about the budget, the Labour government continuing dreadful communications and the resulting loss of trust from the electorate.Before we start, you can now enter the PRmoment Awards. The early entry deadline is 19th December so do take a look at this year's categories and if you enter a few by 19th December, you'll save yourself a few quid.  Also, thanks so much to the PRmoment Podcast sponsors the PRCA.

Welcome to the News Review on the PRmoment podcast.If you're enjoying these shows don't forget to subscribe; we published at least one new podcast every week.In this episode it's our weekly New Review feature where we discuss the most interesting topics that we've seen in the media each week and I'll be doing that alongside my good friends Angie Moxham and mark Borkowski.It's pretty much your final chance to get your ticket to PR Masterclass: The Agency Growth Forum which is next Wednesday 26th November.A few tickets are still available - both face-to-face and virtual.In this week's news review we talk about the UK Government Communications, the lack of trust in politics and the seismic changes we're currently seeing in the structure of the media.

Welcome to the PRmoment podcast's weekly News Review.We're joined by Angie Moxham, founder of 3 Monkeys and Fourth Angel and Mark Borkowski, founder of Borkowski PR.In this new show Mark, Angie and PRmoment founder Ben Smith review the biggest news stories of the week from a PR perspective.This week we compare the communications styles of Trump verses and the BBC. Does Trumps fearless, confident style threaten to overwhelm the BBC's risk averse approach?We also talk about Labour's ongoing communication struggles. Angie and Mark discuss Rachel Reeves U-turn on a U-turn and why confused comms seems to indicate a confused government. Also a reminder that our our PR Masterclass: Then Agency Growth Forum is in less than 2 weeks. Virtual and face-to-face tickets are now available so check out PRmasterclasses.com or the homepage of PRmoment for the full speaker lineup.Thanks so much to the PRmoment Podcast sponsors the PRCA.

Welcome to the Wind Power News Review – hosted by Windpower Monthly's senior reporter, Robyn White, and Windpower Monthly's reporter, Orlando Jenkinson – along with our regular panellists, Sorcha Versteeg and Shashi Barla. This time on the News Review, we take a closer look at some of the major new turbine announcements coming out of the world's primary wind energy power – China – and discuss how the country's massive installation targets are helping shape its domestic wind industry. Meanwhile in Europe, a growing number of violent attacks against wind power projects have occurred. Is the spread of disinformation about renewable energy to blame? Finally, we take a look at the contrasting fortunes of offshore wind factory projects in Europe, with Vestas and Siemens Gamesa halting work on planned offshore turbine plants while other companies push forward. This episode was produced by Jude Owen and Inga Marsden.Windpower Monthly is now on Bluesky – follow us at @windpowermonthly.bsky.social for all the latest updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late last week, after new revelations about the relationship between the Duke of York and Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew was forced to relinquish his titles. His meeting with the King also followed the publication of extracts from the autobiography of Virginia Giuffre, which is released today. Giuffre accused Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, something he has always strongly denied. In recent days, there have been further questions about the prince's judgement and financial arrangements. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests: Katie Gatens, Commissioning Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times. George Greenwood, Investigations Reporter, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana.Producers: Edith Rousselot and Shabnam Grewal. Read more: ‘Tell us everything you saw, Andrew, for Virginia's sake'Clips: BBC, Times Radio.Photo: Getty ImagesGet in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When 29-year-old Sophie Rottenberg took her own life, her family later discovered she'd been confiding in a chatbot called ‘Harry' things that she wasn't telling any human.This episode discusses suicide and mental health struggles. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. If you're in the UK, you can call Samaritans free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org. If you're in the US, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or visit 988lifeline.org.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Katie Gatens, Commissioning Editor for News Review, The Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Edith Rousselot.Read more: My daughter used ChatGPT as a therapist, then took her own lifePhoto: Courtesy of the familyGet in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Wind Power News Review – hosted by Windpower Monthly's senior reporter, Robyn White, and Windpower Monthly's reporter, Orlando Jenkinson – along with our regular panellists, Will Sheard and Shashi Barla.This time on the News Review, we ask our panellists for their views on Danish renewables major Ørsted's plans for an €8 billion capital raise to shore up its finances amid an increasingly fraught offshore wind market. Ørsted's difficulties are being compounded by relentless attacks on domestic wind power in the United States made by the US government under President Donald Trump, which continues to declare new policies and stop work orders that threaten to undermine wind power's viability stateside. How much more can the US wind industry take, and what does the future hold? Across the Pacific, meanwhile, the world's largest wind power market – China – continues to forge ahead with innovation as unprecedented new technologies from major manufacturers are unveiled. Our panellists examine the viability of these new designs. This episode was produced by Inga Marsden.Windpower Monthly is now on Bluesky – follow us at @windpowermonthly.bsky.social for all the latest updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Brian Karem, John T. Bennett, and Mark Zaid discuss the week's significant news events, focusing on Donald Trump's firing of the BLS commissioner, the implications for the Republican Party, and the ongoing investigation into Jack Smith. They also touch on Kamala Harris's comments about the broken political system and the challenges facing the Democratic Party in messaging and connecting with voters. The conversation highlights the tension between facts and political narratives, the impact of Trump's actions on governance, and the need for effective communication in politics.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press"   

In this episode of Hearts of Oak, hosts Peter and Richard Taylor discuss Conservative MP Danny Kruger's speech on the Church of England's connection to democracy and the decline of Christian values in politics. They explore the new political party Advance UK, Richard's involvement, and the challenges in Wales under Labour. The episode also covers the Together Declaration's campaign against digital IDs, national security concerns, skepticism about voting rights for 16-year-olds, and Rupert Lowe MP's petition on child sexual offenders. Richard emphasizes the need for accountability and fairness in the justice system, alongside a call for increased public engagement in political discourse.   Follow and support Richard on social media  Richard Taylor (@RWTaylors) / X https://www.facebook.com/RichPolitics/  https://gettr.com/user/rwtaylors  https://twitter.com/RichPoliticscom   https://instagram.com/richpoliticsuk   https://www.youtube.com/c/RichPolitics   Interview Recorded 18.07.25 Connect with Hearts of Oak...

This episode was originally published in February.In 2016, 24-year-old Gypsy-Rose Blanchard was sentenced to 10 years in the US State of Missouri, for arranging the murder of her mother. Her mother, Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard, had Munchausen syndrome by proxy - a rare form of abuse where she would convince doctors that her daughter was ill - leading to unnecessary treatment. The harrowing details of what Blanchard went through have made her a media sensation - but should we feel sympathy for her? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Katie Gatens, Deputy Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times.Host: Manveen Rana.Producer: Samantha Chantarasak.Further reading: Read Katie's full interview with Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Clips: KY3 News, The Act/Hulu, The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard/Lifetime, The Kardashians/Hulu.Photo: Getty Images.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host Brian Karem, along with guests John T. Bennett and Hal Sparks, delve into the recent political landscape, focusing on Donald Trump's trip to the Middle East, his relationships with authoritarian leaders, and the implications of these interactions. They also discuss Jake Tapper's revelations about Joe Biden's health and the media's role in covering these issues. The conversation highlights the transactional nature of politics and the challenges faced by current leaders. The conversation delves into the dynamics of the Democratic Party, particularly focusing on Biden's health and the media's role in shaping political narratives. The speakers discuss the challenges Democrats face in effectively communicating their successes, the impact of Trump's administration on press relations, and the economic concerns that resonate with voters. The dialogue highlights the complexities of political messaging and the influence of media on public perception. The conversation delves into the economic challenges posed by tariffs, the dynamics within the Democratic Party, and the complexities surrounding Trump's proposed 'Big Beautiful Bill.' The speakers discuss the implications of tariffs on consumer prices, the struggle between progressive and moderate Democrats, and the potential outcomes of Trump's legislative agenda. They also touch on the chaotic nature of current Republican politics and speculate on Trump's personal life.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press" 

Eve übernimmt in dieser Folge "die weibliche Führung".

Josh Glancy, Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times

In this episode, Brian Karem, Mark Zaid, and John T. Bennett discuss the week's significant news events, including Bill Maher's visit to the White House, the ongoing trade war with China, and recent Supreme Court rulings on immigration. The conversation delves into the implications of Maher's visit, the volatility in the stock market due to tariffs, and the complexities of immigration law as interpreted by the Supreme Court. The hosts provide insights into the political landscape and the strategies employed by Donald Trump and his administration. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the implications of the Trump administration's policies on deportation, press freedom, and governance. They explore the troubling nature of arbitrary detentions, the transactional politics involved in deporting individuals, and the risks posed to activists and journalists. The discussion also touches on Trump's instinctive approach to governance and the potential consequences of his actions on the political landscape and public perception.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press"  

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 In 2016, 24-year-old Gypsy-Rose Blanchard was sentenced to 10 years in the US State of Missouri, for arranging the murder of her mother. Her mother, Clauddine “Dee Dee” Blanchard, had Munchausen syndrome by proxy - a rare form of abuse where she would convince doctors that her daughter was ill - leading to unnecessary treatment. The harrowing details of what Blanchard went through have made her a media sensation - but should we feel sympathy for her? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Katie Gatens, Deputy Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times.Read Katie's full interview with Gypsy-Rose Blanchard Host: Manveen Rana.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comClips: KY3 News, The Act/Hulu, The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard/Lifetime, The Kardashians/Hulu.Photo: Getty Images. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Just Ask the Press, host Brian Karem, along with guests John T. Bennett and Mark Zaid, review a tumultuous week in politics. They discuss the recent government shutdown that was averted, the influence of Donald Trump and Elon Musk on Congress, and the challenges facing the new Speaker of the House. The conversation also touches on Biden's absence during critical negotiations and the implications for the Democratic Party. Additionally, they explore the state of journalism in light of Trump's legal threats against the press, highlighting the chilling effect on media reporting. The conversation delves into the implications of anti-SLAPP legislation, the impact of litigation on media and journalism, concerns regarding the mental acuity of GOP leadership, the fallout from health issues in Congress, and the media's handling of the recent drone sightings. The speakers discuss the challenges faced by journalists in the current political climate, the hypocrisy within Congress regarding mental health, and the transient nature of media coverage on sensational topics like drones.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastFollow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jatqpodcast.bsky.socialIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press" 

A few weeks into her new job, Amol sits down with the Conservative Party leader for a wide-ranging interview about her brand of politics, what she would do as prime minister and why Elon Musk is backing Nigel Farage.They also discuss what she has done since taking over from Rishi Sunak, the Conservative government's record on immigration and Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election.GET IN TOUCH: * Send us a message or a voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 4346 * Email today@bbc.co.ukBetween now and the end of the year we will be bringing you our News Review of the Year and extended interviews with the Today programme's Christmas guest editors, so hit subscribe on BBC Sounds to make sure you get an alert every time we release a new episode.The Today Podcast is hosted by Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson who are both presenters of BBC Radio 4's Today programme. Amol was the BBC's media editor for six years and is the former editor of the Independent, he's also the current presenter of University Challenge. Nick has presented the Today programme since 2015, he was the BBC's political editor for ten years before that and also previously worked as ITV's political editor.This episode was made by Lewis Vickers with Kirsty Mackenzie and Oscar Pearson. The technical producers were Mike Regaard and Ben Andrews. The editor is Louisa Lewis. The executive producer is Owenna Griffiths.

Nightclubs are closing their doors at an alarming rate. Research by The Night Time Industries Association shows that as many as three clubs a week have closed since 2020. Our journalist went to Manchester to find out why they're struggling - but is the underground clubbing scene really as threatened as it might seem? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Katie Gatens, Deputy Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times.Host: Luke Jones.Clips: Saturday Night Live/NBC.Photo: Joel Goodman for The Sunday TimesGet in touch: thestory@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mr. McMahon docuseries is out and the ToW give their thoughts.  Bad Blood is this weekend and the ToW gives their predictions.  And right before recording, about 15 people died, and the ToW send their condolences.  Also this week:   - News - Review of "Mr. McMahon" - Bring it to the Table - This week in the Monday Night Wars - Musician of the Week: Mt Rushmore of MTV Unplugged

The writer Simon Kuper returns to the podcast to discuss the follow-up to his book Chums, which highlighted the narrow and highly privileged pathway that often funnels attendees of some the UK's top education establishments into the highest seats of power in government. His new book is Good Chaps, an exploration of the idea that most politicians who have followed a privileged route into power will be naturally predisposed to following the rules and doing the right thing. Kuper is known for his writing and columns in the Financial Times, where he comments on topics ranging from politics to culture and sports. Joining him in conversation for this podcast is Josh Glancy, editor of the News Review at The Sunday Times. We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/IS for £100 sponsored credit. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all of our longer form interviews and Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events - Our member-only newsletter The Monthly Read, sent straight to your inbox ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series ... Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. ... Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Comey is the former FBI Director turned crime novelist who has spent a career fighting organised crime and hostile threats to American democracy. In 2016 as head of the FBI, he reopened a previously closed investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails from her time as Secretary of State, which is still a divisive moment that many say helped define the election of that year. In July 2024 Comey came to the Intelligence Squared stage for our first ever event in Brighton, where he discussed the themes of his latest crime thriller Westport, a murder mystery set in the world of high finance, plus the future of US politics and why he thinks Kamala Harris is having a positive influence on the election of 2024. Joining Comey in conversation for this event was Josh Glancy, Editor of News Review at The Sunday Times. We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/IS for £100 sponsored credit. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all of our longer form interviews and Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events - Our member-only newsletter The Monthly Read, sent straight to your inbox ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series ... Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. ... Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Biden has stepped down as the Democrat's nominee for president, endorsing his vice-president Kamala Harris. So, what happens next? Are there others in the running? And crucially, can she beat Donald Trump?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.co.uk/thestoryHost: Manveen Rana. Guest: Josh Glancy, Editor of News Review, The Sunday Times.Clips: X / @KamalaHarris, NBC, CNN.Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comFind out more about our bonus series for Times subscribers: 'Inside the newsroom' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump has announced Ohio senator, JD Vance, who once compared him to Hitler, as his running mate for November's US election.But who really is the 39-year-old former venture capitalist and now potential future vice president? On this episode of the Sky News Daily, Niall Paterson speaks to Sky's US correspondent James Matthews, plus Josh Glancy, editor of The News Review, who interviewed Vance in 2017.  Plus, Niall also speaks to Sky's security and defence editor Deborah Haynes about what implications politics across the pond will have on UK defence, which is undergoing a major review. Producers: Rosie Gillott and Emma Rae WoodhouseEditor: Philly Beaumont

Annie Jacobsen is an investigative journalist and author whose books probe the periphery of what we know about state warcraft and read like unputdownable thrillers. As a result, a her Pulitzer-nominated work can be found in both journalistic pieces and fiction including Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan tv show. Previous books have covered topics ranging from the CIA to Area 51 and the Second World War. Her latest book is Nuclear War, A Scenario, detailing how a nuclear conflict might unfold sourced from her deep-dive reporting. For this episode, she joins Josh Glancy, editor of the News Review at The Sunday Times, to talk about it. Want to attend Intelligence Squared live events? Explore our upcoming line up of talks below: https://www.intelligencesquared.com/attend/ If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all of our longer form interviews and Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events - Our member-only newsletter The Monthly Read, sent straight to your inbox ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series ... Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content, early access and much more ... Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events and discounts. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week in Review: Conservative Initiatives, Comprehensive Plan, and Ax Murderer Controversy Conservative Initiatives Pass Democratic Legislature In a surprising move, the Democratic-majority in the Washington state legislature passed three conservative ballot initiatives into law, bypassing the need for a public vote. The initiatives ban a state income tax, expand parental rights regarding instructional materials and student records in public schools, and give police broader authority for vehicular pursuits. Barnett warned the parental rights measure could be wielded to out LGBTQ students: "It is outing trans kids, it is outing potentially gay and lesbian bisexual kids...it's a violation of the rights of privacy of children and teenagers." The decision avoids a costly campaign battle, but Barnett questioned if it signals Democrats being "willing to negotiate instead of fight" well-funded opposition. Mayor's Comprehensive Plan Faces Criticism Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's proposed 20-year Comprehensive Plan allows for just 100,000 new housing units, despite projections that 250,000 more people will move to the city. Critics blasted this as woefully inadequate to address the affordable housing shortage. Barnett called it "stunning in its lack of ambition" beyond mandated zoning changes. Fincher urged residents to attend public meetings and directly press the mayor's and councilmembers' offices, saying "They need to hear from you, their constituents." Revelation of Ax Attacks on Homeless People Raises Concerns  Weeks after a suspect's arrest, Seattle police admitted they withheld information about horrific ax attacks targeting the city's homeless population. The lack of public warning sparked outrage. Barnett speculated police view such crimes against the unhoused as "not affect[ing] the general public." Fincher condemned the "dehumanizing conversations and rhetoric...about visible street homelessness" that enable such violence. Both hosts emphasized the need for accountability and citizen engagement from Seattle's elected leaders on these intersecting crises around housing, public safety and inequality.   As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Twitter at @finchfrii and find today's co-host, Erica Barnett, at @ericacbarnett. Resources   Executive Dow Constantine Details How King County Tackles the Homelessness Crisis Through Housing Solutions from Hacks & Wonks   “Why we are voting to pass WA's parental-rights initiative” by Jamie Pedersen and Laurie Jinkins for The Seattle Times   @ErinInTheMorn on Twitter/X: "Democrats in Washington State just passed a PRIEA act which will likely result in forced outing of trans students in the state.  Initiative 2081 gathered enough signatures to go on the ballot.  Rather than fighting it at the ballot box, they decided to pass it instead.  Horrific"   “LGBTQ Advocates Are Ready to Fight the Parents' Bill of Rights” by Vivan McCall from The Stranger   “First-of-its-kind database: Majority of people killed in police chases aren't the fleeing drivers” by Susie Neilson, Jennifer Gollan and Janie Haseman from The San Francisco Chronicle   “City Attorney Disqualifies Judge from Criminal Cases, Issues Traffic Ticket to Officer Who Killed Student With His SUV” from PubliCola   “Republican City Attorney Ann Davison Throws Municipal Court into Chaos” by Ashley Nerbovig from The Stranger   “The City Attorney's Blanket “Affidavit of Prejudice” Policy Against Judge Vaddadi” by David Ziff from Ziff Blog   “Draft Comprehensive Plan Would Increase Housing Less Than Needed to Accommodate 250,000 New Residents” by Erica C. Barnett from PubliCola   “Seattle Releases Comprehensive Plan Less Ambitious Than Bellevue” by Doug Trumm from The Urbanist   “Mayor Harrell proposes housing density in every Seattle neighborhood” by David Kroman from The Seattle Times   One Seattle Plan Engagement Hub   One Seattle Plan Open Houses   “First Hill man arrested in ax murder as Seattle Police secretly searched for suspect preying on homeless — UPDATE” by Justin Carder from Capitol Hill Seattle Blog   Find stories that Crystal is reading here     Listen on your favorite podcast app to all our episodes here

Episode 2634 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature a story about the newest book added to the Podcast Recommended Reading List. The featured story comes from The News-Review of Roseburg, Oregon and is titled: No apologies: A young … Continue reading →

New bikes are still making their way onto the market, and our MTB test team is hard at work getting the miles in on a host of new rides, across a broad range of prices!In this News Review episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Alex Evans tells us about a new Marin Rift Zone, Luke Marshall has been riding a box-fresh Orbea Wild FS, and Tom Marvin has been pedalling the new Yeti SB120 around the South West's hills - they've also launched a new SB140 and SB160. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're hard at work on some ambitious new episodes!  In the meantime, we're re-visiting one of our most popular episodes:Andrew interviews award winning and prolific author, essayist, and commentator Robert Leo Heilman from Myrtle Creek, Oregon. Bob is the author of several books including Overstory Zero: Real Life in Timber Country, Children of Death, and The World Pool: A Literary Variety. He has also been a prolific contributor to guest columns in the News Review in Roseburg.  Bob has recently been the target of violence for his recent writings in his local paper that call out rightwing extremism. We discuss the duty Bob feels as a writer to speak openly about the dangers of the extremism and fear he sees in his community. Bob describes the changes he's seen living in Myrtle Creek for over four decades and the impacts of declining material living conditions on rural people and communities.https://robertheilman.wordpress.com/Find his book Overstory Zero: Real Life in Timber Country to read his direct experience living in timber country.Daily Yonder Article: https://dailyyonder.com/commentary-broken-glass-broken-trust/2021/07/22/Support the show

In this Special Report host Chris Kuhlmann covers a range of hot topics for the week. 19,000 extra ballots in Arizona, Russians threatening the East Coast, OPEC and Russia, AstraZeneca neurological disorders and the AR15 versus the M16, just to name a few.   CREDITS Hosts Chris Kuhlmann Written by: Chris Kuhlmann Produced by: Shaun Griffin Music composed by JD Kuhlmann Art: Shaun Griffin Sound: Chris Kuhlmann and Shaun Griffin Sponsor: Kingdom Patriot Group Questions? Drop us a line at admin@kingdompatriot.us Visit us at www.kingdompatriot.us and check out our Vision Video   Welcome to this first edition of a Kingdom Patriot Mid-week News Review. This likely won't be a regular update for us, but there are so many items in the news, I'm afraid to cover it all in the next podcast would take up more time than you have available, so I thought I would reach out to you today in case you haven't been following the news.   Michael Sussman is cleared of lying to the FBI, but we will cover that in more detail in our next podcast.   19,000 Late, Invalid Ballots Were Counted in Arizona 2020 Election a Report finds maybe there is something to Dinesh DeSouza's documentary, 2000 Mules.   In other political news…. Georgia, why you can't allow Stacey Abrams to be your governor https://www.foxnews.com/politics/stacey-abrams-governor-foundation-abolish-police How can you elect what is in effective the chief law enforcement executive in a state where said politician has declared war on the police and openly is trying to at best defund and at worst abolish the police?   On the world stage: Russians threaten to wipe east and west coast of US with four nuclear missiles https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/russia-u-s-nuclear-missiles/2022/05/31/id/1072307/   OPEC considers excluding Russia https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/opec-russian-oil-and-gas-exclusion-ukraine/2022/05/31/id/1072308/   And today the Biden Administration announces even tougher sanctions. Americans love sensationalism and with all the other vitriol and issues in our country, I believe our line of site to the situation in Ukraine has at best been blurred. Don't forget about this conflict; the temperature is continuing to rise and I don't see an offramp with this kind of rhetoric.   Astra Zeneca Neurological disorders https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2022/may/rise-guillain-barre-syndrome-following-astrazeneca-vaccine   SCOTUS blocks Texas anti-censor social media law https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/31/texas-social-media-censorship-scotus-00036146   On the home front and the 2nd amendment, the left has reached a fever pitch   Quick comment on the AR-15. AR stands for “assault rifle” correct? Wrong, it stands for Armalite as in the Armalite company and Eugene Stoner designed this model 15. Basically designed as the civilian version of the Military M-16…let's check a couple of differences: The M-16 was based on the AR-15, but the primary difference is that an AR-15 is a semi-automatic weapon meaning that for every bullet fired there is a trigger pull. 30 rounds shot, 30 trigger pulls. With an M-16 fully automatic, 1 trigger pulled rapidly fires 30 rounds. How fast is the difference? According to one manufacturer, the AR-15 has a maximum effective rate of 45 rounds per minute. An M-16, the true military weapon is 700+ rounds per minute. That's quite a bit different. One thing that is stupid & ridiculous but is essential in the narrative is that the guns to the untrained eye, look identical, so it's easy to say “assault rifle” However, semi-automatic is not something just for the AR-15. My deer rifle caliber, 6.5 Creedmoor, actually can be bought in a semi-automatic with Savage Fire Arms with a 10-round clip. The semi-automatic is a staple of American rifles.   Ok, so at least we cleared this up, and on to Biden and handguns…   Biden suggests 9mm handgun should be banned https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-targeting-9mm-pistols-gop-lawmakers-react https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-false-claim-second-amendment-fact-checks https://www.foxnews.com/politics/biden-ban-handgun-white-house   Canada Sweeping Gun Restrictions - many claim we should be just like Canada, but did you know that Canada does not have the individual right to bear arms in their constitution?   "It will be illegal to buy, sell, transfer or import handguns anywhere in Canada," the prime minister said.   Canada already has plans to ban 1,500 types of military-style firearms and offer a mandatory buyback program that will begin at the end of the year. It already expanded background checks.   Trudeau has long had plans to enact tougher gun laws but the introduction of the new measure comes after mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, N.Y., this month.   Bill Blair, Minister of Emergency Preparedness, said Canada is very different from the United States.   "In Canada, gun ownership is a privilege not a right," Blair said. "This is a principal that differentiates ourselves from many other countries in the world, notably our colleagues and friends to the south. In Canada, guns are only intended to be used for hunting and sport purposes."   US Marine Core goes full Woke https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2022/06/01/u-s-marine-corps-goes-woke-celebrates-pride-month-rainbow-bullets/ ““We remain committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, and defend the values of treating all equally, with dignity and respect,” it added, using the hashtags #PrideMonth and #USMC. The statement is accompanied by an image of a Marine helmet adorned with six bullets, each a different color, comprising a rainbow:”   Our military should not be entering the fray. Our military has one job; protect and defend the United States and to exterminate any threat with extreme prejudice. I don't want a woke military, I want a deadly military that every other nation on the earth fears. I believe Reagan once said, no country lost a war because their military was too strong. Does this culture commitment from the Marine Core now make us stronger?   California produces report on black reparations https://www.foxnews.com/us/california-report-comprehensive-reparations   Also, Biden administration is set to forgive $5.8 billion in student debt. One caveat, and remember - we report the truth even if it doesn't support our narrative, in this case, this only applies to the for-profit Corinthian College chain that defrauded thousands of students with empty promises, falsehoods of credit transferability, and falsifying data. It is now defunct, so in this case, I do see a place where government could step in, although I truly believe it should be thru legislation not executive action.   https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/michael-sussman-not-guilty-verdict Like it or not, this is why the American Judicial system is the best ever. Everyone knows this guy is guilty, but the rule of law prevails, it may be bad law, but it prevails none the less.   Trump Russia misinformation - Turns out Hillary really was calling the shots https://www.foxnews.com/media/jim-jordan-sussmann-trial-hillary-clinton