Podcast appearances and mentions of Tom Bateman

After a tense meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky in the Oval Office on Friday, relations between the US, Ukraine, and European allies seem to have reached a new low. Meanwhile, ties between the White House and the Kremlin appear to be warmer than they have been in decades. President Trump has publicly praised his close relationship with Vladimir Putin, fuelling speculation about whether this move signals a new direction in diplomacy or if there is a strategic calculation behind Washington's pivot to Moscow.Sumi Somaskanda discusses the Trump-Putin dynamic with the BBC's State Department correspondent Tom Bateman, and Vitaly Shevchenko from BBC Monitoring.(Photo: Composite image of Donald Trump, Credit: Nathan Howard/Reuters, and Vladimir Putin, Credit: Sergey Bobylev/Reuters)Producers: Richard Moran and Tom KavanaghSound engineer: Dafydd EvansAssistant editor: Sergi Forcada Freixas Senior news editor: China Collins

The return of Donald Trump to the White House in 2025 comes on the back of extreme violence in the Middle East, led by Israel and with great financial and political investment from the United States. What impact will Trump's second term have on the Middle East region, and what can we learn from his policies in his first term as President of the United States? Between 2017- 2021 several major policies helped alter regional dynamics. From the Abraham Accords to the withdrawal from the 2015 Iran Nuclear Agreement; from a strengthening of ties with the Saudi monarchy to both airstrikes and calls for troop withdrawal in Syria. What are the current legacies of those policies, and what can the Middle East expect from Trump's second term? Panellists discussed these questions from the perspective of the region, the United States, and global politics with a view to the impact on both citizens and states. Meet our speakers and chair Gilbert Achcar is Emeritus Professor of Development Studies and International Relations at SOAS, University of London. Tom Bateman is an international correspondent with BBC News currently covering the US State Department in Washington DC. Sharri Plonski is a senior lecturer in international politics at Queen Mary University of London. Mezna Qato is Director of the Margaret Anstee Centre for Global Studies at the University of Cambridge. Jasmine Gani is Assistant Professor in International Relations Theory at LSE.

In Saxony, our correspondent hears why young voters are increasingly supporting the AfD. The party is polling consistently in second place ahead of a snap election next SundayLONG: Kate Adie presents stories from Germany, the US, Afghanistan, Spain and Morocco.Germany goes to the polls on 23rd February, with the conservative CDU party showing a strong lead. But the far right AfD is consistently polling in second place. The biggest rise in support for the party has been among young voters, and Jessica Parker has spoken to some of them in Saxony to hear why.Mahjooba Nowrouzi returns to Afghanistan, for the first time in nearly 30 years, having fled the oppressive Taliban regime as a young student. She describes how despite initial first impressions, not much had changed with the Taliban back in control once more.This week, Jordan's King Abdullah visited Washington, where he made clear to President Trump that he and other regional leaders were unanimous in rejecting plans to take over Gaza and transfer Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt. Tom Bateman followed the encounter between King Abdullah and the President.In Southern Spain, the olive yield has risen substantially after several years of punishing drought. But apart from the challenges of climate change and on-going desertification in Spain, farmers have another worry – crime. Last year in Andalucía over 500 tonnes of olives were stolen. It's a headache for local law enforcement, as Linda Pressly found out on a visit to the olive groves there.Morocco has long been the film location of choice for many a Hollywood director, with its array of studios and versatile backdrops. But now, as John Kampfner discovered on a recent visit, a combination of tight budgets and technology, suggest that the good times might be running out in the ‘Hollywood of Africa.'Series Producer: Serena Tarling Editor: Bridget Harney Production coordinators: Katie Morrison & Sophie Hill

This week we have the distinct pleasure of interviewing a titan among the Robotech world, Tom Bateman. tom has long been a fan of the series and is responsible for one of the first ever Robotech conventions. With his vast knowledge, he became a subject matter expert at Harmony Gold, the company that brought Robotech to the US in 1985.  in this interview we'll discover Tom's journey through Robotech, from childhood to the present. We'll discuss what he loves about the show, some of the many amazing people he's met along the way, and even what he'd do with the show if he had the chance to bring it back today. And don't forget that this is the 40th anniversary of Robotech, which has completely revitalized his interested, so there is a good chance we'll have both Tom back and possibly even some other Robotech Royalty! As always, thank you for watching. If you haven't already, don't forget to Like & Subscribe. We love new viewers! Also, leave us comments and let is know how we are doing and what we can be doing better. Enjoy the episode and have a great week! Facebook: @apncpodcast Twitter: @APNCPodcast Instagram: AllPopNoCulture

Tom Bateman is a political science professor at St. Thomas University.

The province has ordered that NB Power undergo an independent audit after thousands of complaints about high bills in December. St. Thomas University professor Tom Bateman tells us what the process could look like.

The province has ordered that N.B. Power undergo an independent audit after thousands of complaints about high December bills.​ What will that process look like​, and could it result in lower bills for utility customers? ​Jeanne Armstrong spoke to St. Thomas University professor Tom Bateman​.

"Do you have any idea what I can do to you... on Yelp?" We're deep into Cold Blooded January, and this week, Henrique and David bring you another icy thriller that's equal parts vengeance and dark humor.Join the discussion as your hosts head to the snow-covered terrain of Kehoe, Colorado, for Cold Pursuit (2019)—an American remake of the 2014 Norwegian thriller In Order of Disappearance. Directed by Hans Petter Moland and starring Liam Neeson, Tom Bateman, and Emmy Rossum, this tale of revenge is packed with sharp wit, a chilling body count, and a snowplow-driving badass.

We look back on the region's history and discuss what it can teach us about the future.Jonny Dymond brings together a carefully assembled panel of experts, academics and journalists to talk about the conflict in the region.What has happened in history to lead us to this point? And what can history teach us about what might happen next?This week, Jonny is joined by Tom Bateman, the BBC's State Department correspondent and before that, Middle East correspondent; Jotam Confino, the Telegraph's Middle East correspondent; and Broderick McDonald, Associate Fellow at Kings College London's International Centre for the Study of Radicalisation. They explore the Six Day War - also known as the Arab-Israeli war - a brief, but bloody conflict fought in June 1967 between Israel and the Arab states of Egypt, Syria and Jordan. Israel's victory changed the map of the Middle East and fanned the flames of the Israeli-Arab conflict for decades to come. This episode was made by Keiligh Baker and Sally Abrahams. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Ben Mundy. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.This episode is part of a BBC Sounds series. It was recorded at 12:30 on Monday 16 December 2024.

Our latest guests on Soundtracking are Sam Yates, Tom Bateman and Daisy Ridley - respectively the director, writer and star of the neo-noir thriller, Magpie. In an idea originally developed by Daisy before husband Tom penned the script, it tells the story of a wife left at home with a newborn baby while her husband accompanies their daughter to a film set, where she is shooting with a famous actress. Suffice to say, plenty of twists and turns ensue.

Q&A with Tom Bateman on his projects Based on a True Story (actor) and Magpie (screenwriter). Moderated by Mara Webster, In Creative Company. Based on a True Story - A realtor, a former tennis star, and a plumber seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America's obsession with true crime. Magpie - A couple find their lives turned upside-down when their daughter is cast alongside a controversial major star.

Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent of Feature Story News and Tom Bateman, BBC State Department Correspondent in Washington DC

Friend of the podcast Daisy Ridley stops by BBC Radio 1 towers to talk about her new film, Magpie, which she not only stars in but also produces, alongside her husband Tom Bateman, who also - checks notes - wrote the screenplay. It's a family affair, this one. It's also a neo-noir (as it goes) centring around an unhappily married couple (Ridley and Shazad Latif), their child and an alluring actress. Perhaps it's best if Daisy explains, which she does oh-so-eloquently early on in this episode. As well as Magpie, Ali and Daisy talk all sorts of other nonsense (as it often the way) including The Great British Bake Off and the most eccentric actor she's ever worked with. Let the guessing start... now.

"Magpie" had its world premiere at the 2024 South By Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival, where it received strong reviews for its direction, writing, and lead performance from Daisy Ridley. Ridley and screenwriter Tom Bateman were kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their experiences working on the film. Please be sure to check out the film, which will open at Village East in New York, Los Angeles, and select U.S. cities on October 25th from Shout Studios!. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk to Tom Bateman, BBC's State Department correspondent, travelling with Antony Blinken.

Hurricane Milton has left millions of homes across Florida without power, less than a fortnight after hurricane Helene ravaged states across the south-eastern US. Misinformation surrounding both storms has become rife online, including the false narrative that the government is manipulating the weather ahead of November's election. Further debunked allegations that recovery funds were redirected towards illegal migrants have been adopted by mainstream Republicans, causing widespread political fallout, even as a bipartisan recovery effort continues.On this episode, Azadeh Moshiri is joined by our correspondent in the US, Tom Bateman, and BBC Verify reporter, Marco Silva. They discuss what's happening both on the ground and online, and consider how these events could influence the presidential election. Additional reporting comes from Elizabeth Rizzini.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480.Producers: Laurie Kalus, Alix Pickles, and Mariana Hernandez-CarilloSound engineer: Mike RegaardAssistant editor: Sergi Forcada FreixasSenior news editor: Sara Wadeson

Tom Bateman, BBC State Department Correspondent in Washington DC

Kate Adie presents dispatches from the US, the DRC, Italy, Romania and EgyptKamala Harris and Donald Trump faced off against each other in a debate on Tuesday night at a pivotal moment in the race. In the lead up to the debate, both candidates had been neck and neck in the polls. Tom Bateman gauged what the locals made of their performance.An outbreak of the viral disease, mpox across central and west Africa has infected more than 21,000 people and killed more than 600 – and the Democratic Republic of Congo is at the epicentre. Simi Jolaoso has been to South Kivu, where medical staff are racing to deliver treatment and await vaccinations.The Italian town of Monfalcone has a population of over more than 30,000 people, more than 6,000 of whom are from Bangladesh: largely skilled workers who came to work at a major shipyard there. This has changed the makeup of the city, which is being met with resistance from certain corners. Especially the far-right mayor, as Sofia Bettiza discovered.Nicolae Ceaușescu bulldozed one fifth of the city to construct his People's Palace in Romania's capital Bucharest. It still towers over its population today. It's now the location of Romania's parliament and, while efforts have been made to remove the communist era symbols, it was deemed too expensive to demolish. Rob Crossan has been to visit.George Orwell's short satirical novel Animal Farm allegorised the rise to power of Stalin and exposed the abuses of his regime in Russia. When Magdi Abdelhadi recently tried to get a new edition of the book printed in Egypt, he found it… a rather Orwellian experience.Producers: Serena Tarling and Farhana Haider Editor: Tom Bigwood Production coordinators: Sophie Hill & Katie Morrison

Qui a dit que la rentrée devrait nécessairement marquer la fin des vacances ? A fortiori quand on est fan de séries et que des fictions comme Reef Break, Beecham House ou Grand Hôtel existent ! Vous l'aurez compris, pour la reco de la semaine, on prolonge votre été avec trois titres qui ne manqueront pas de vous faire rêver ! Reef Break – M6+ Sous le soleil australien, Reef Break nous plonge dans l'univers palpitant de Cat Chambers (Poppy Montgomery, FBI Portés Disparus), une ex-surfeuse professionnelle qui revient sur l'île de Reef pour témoigner contre l'homme qui a voulu la tuer quelques années plus tôt. Son séjour insulaire va finalement se prolonger lorsque ses talents impressionnants de voleuse et son instinct infaillible vont attirer l'attention du bureau du gouverneur qui va la recruter de manière officieuse pour résoudre des affaires délicates. Épaulée par l'inspecteur Wyatt Cole (Desmond Chiam) et son ex-mari, l'agent du FBI Jake Elliot (Ray Stevenson), Cat s'avère extrêmement douée pour ce nouveau métier auquel elle va prendre vite goût. Procédural classique mêlant action, drame et romance, chaque épisode de Reef Break se concentre sur une enquête en particulier, le tout sur fond de plages paradisiaques australiennes. Annulée au bout d'une saison de 13 épisodes faute d'audiences suffisantes, la série est à voir sur la plateforme de streaming M6+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXAO2354duI [bs_show url="reef-break"] Beecham House – TF1+ Beecham House nous transporte en Inde, à Delhi, à la fin du XVIIIe siècle. John Beecham, incarné par Tom Bateman, un ancien soldat britannique de la Compagnie des Indes orientales, décide de laisser derrière lui son passé tumultueux et d'entamer une nouvelle vie. Il acquiert ainsi un magnifique palais, où il installe sa famille ainsi que toutes les personnes nécessaires au fonctionnement de la demeure. Mais dans une Inde politiquement bousculée, la maison Beecham va susciter de nombreuses jalousies, et le secret de John, le maître des lieux, risque fort d'être dévoilé, mettant ainsi en péril sa famille et l'équilibre qu'il cherche à maintenir coûte que coûte. Conçu comme un « Downton Abbey indien », Beecham House n'a malheureusement pas su combler les expectatives et malgré un cliffhanger astucieux, la série a été annulée à la fin de la première saison de 6 épisodes. 6 épisodes à retrouver désormais sur TF1+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3BzsI2pCnU [bs_show url="beecham-house"] Grand Hôtel – Disney+ Bienvenue au Grand Hôtel de Miami Beach ! Un établissement de renom qui permet à la famille Mendoza, les propriétaires, de vivre dans un faste absolu. Aussi, quelle n'est pas leur surprise lorsque les enfants Alicia (Denyse Tontz) et Javi (Bryan Craig) apprennent que leur père Santiago (Demián Bichir) a décidé de vendre l'hôtel sans leur en avoir parlé au préalable. Un affront qu'ils ont du mal à digérer, d'autant que l'affaire appartenait à l'origine à leur mère, désormais décédée, qui a toujours clamé haut été fort sa volonté de garder l'hôtel dans la famille. Des tensions vont donc éclater au sein du clan Mendoza, notamment entre les enfants et Gigi, leur belle-mère (jouée par Roselyn Sanchez) qui permettent de faire la lumière sur la vente très opaque de l'hôtel. Disponible sur Disney+, Grand Hôtel est le remake américain de la série espagnole à succès du même nom. Mais malgré des intrigues lorgnant clairement du côté du soap, des secrets ne demandant qu'à éclater et des guest de renom (Eva Longoria également productrice exécutive de la série ou encore Katey Sagal), la série n'a pas su trouver son public. ABC, la chaîne de diffusion américaine, a choisi de l'annuler au bout de 13 épisodes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRyuFl5cRuc [bs_show url="grand-hotel"] Trois séries, trois destinations de rêve pour continuer, même virtuellement, à être en vacances !

Qui a dit que la rentrée devrait nécessairement marquer la fin des vacances ? A fortiori quand on est fan de séries et que des fictions comme Reef Break, Beecham House ou Grand Hôtel existent ! Vous l'aurez compris, pour la reco de la semaine, on prolonge votre été avec trois titres qui ne manqueront pas de vous faire rêver ! Reef Break – M6+ Sous le soleil australien, Reef Break nous plonge dans l'univers palpitant de Cat Chambers (Poppy Montgomery, FBI Portés Disparus), une ex-surfeuse professionnelle qui revient sur l'île de Reef pour témoigner contre l'homme qui a voulu la tuer quelques années plus tôt. Son séjour insulaire va finalement se prolonger lorsque ses talents impressionnants de voleuse et son instinct infaillible vont attirer l'attention du bureau du gouverneur qui va la recruter de manière officieuse pour résoudre des affaires délicates. Épaulée par l'inspecteur Wyatt Cole (Desmond Chiam) et son ex-mari, l'agent du FBI Jake Elliot (Ray Stevenson), Cat s'avère extrêmement douée pour ce nouveau métier auquel elle va prendre vite goût. Procédural classique mêlant action, drame et romance, chaque épisode de Reef Break se concentre sur une enquête en particulier, le tout sur fond de plages paradisiaques australiennes. Annulée au bout d'une saison de 13 épisodes faute d'audiences suffisantes, la série est à voir sur la plateforme de streaming M6+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXAO2354duI [bs_show url="reef-break"] Beecham House – TF1+ Beecham House nous transporte en Inde, à Delhi, à la fin du XVIIIe siècle. John Beecham, incarné par Tom Bateman, un ancien soldat britannique de la Compagnie des Indes orientales, décide de laisser derrière lui son passé tumultueux et d'entamer une nouvelle vie. Il acquiert ainsi un magnifique palais, où il installe sa famille ainsi que toutes les personnes nécessaires au fonctionnement de la demeure. Mais dans une Inde politiquement bousculée, la maison Beecham va susciter de nombreuses jalousies, et le secret de John, le maître des lieux, risque fort d'être dévoilé, mettant ainsi en péril sa famille et l'équilibre qu'il cherche à maintenir coûte que coûte. Conçu comme un « Downton Abbey indien », Beecham House n'a malheureusement pas su combler les expectatives et malgré un cliffhanger astucieux, la série a été annulée à la fin de la première saison de 6 épisodes. 6 épisodes à retrouver désormais sur TF1+. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3BzsI2pCnU [bs_show url="beecham-house"] Grand Hôtel – Disney+ Bienvenue au Grand Hôtel de Miami Beach ! Un établissement de renom qui permet à la famille Mendoza, les propriétaires, de vivre dans un faste absolu. Aussi, quelle n'est pas leur surprise lorsque les enfants Alicia (Denyse Tontz) et Javi (Bryan Craig) apprennent que leur père Santiago (Demián Bichir) a décidé de vendre l'hôtel sans leur en avoir parlé au préalable. Un affront qu'ils ont du mal à digérer, d'autant que l'affaire appartenait à l'origine à leur mère, désormais décédée, qui a toujours clamé haut été fort sa volonté de garder l'hôtel dans la famille. Des tensions vont donc éclater au sein du clan Mendoza, notamment entre les enfants et Gigi, leur belle-mère (jouée par Roselyn Sanchez) qui permettent de faire la lumière sur la vente très opaque de l'hôtel. Disponible sur Disney+, Grand Hôtel est le remake américain de la série espagnole à succès du même nom. Mais malgré des intrigues lorgnant clairement du côté du soap, des secrets ne demandant qu'à éclater et des guest de renom (Eva Longoria également productrice exécutive de la série ou encore Katey Sagal), la série n'a pas su trouver son public. ABC, la chaîne de diffusion américaine, a choisi de l'annuler au bout de 13 épisodes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRyuFl5cRuc [bs_show url="grand-hotel"] Trois séries, trois destinations de rêve pour continuer, même virtuellement, à être en vacances !

Tom Bateman, State Department correspondent travelling with the secretary of state

Alistair Bunkall, Sky News Middle East Correspondent and Tom Bateman, BBC State Department Correspondent in Washington DC

We're at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee for a defining moment in the US presidential race after the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Republican and Democratic leadership have called for unity, and a cooling of rhetoric. But is this consistent with the mood of the American public, in an election campaign which is so highly charged and so divisive? And we'll find out all about Donald Trump's new vice-presidential running mate JD Vance. Caitríona Perry speaks with North America correspondent Tom Bateman and US reporter Mike Wendling.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help us understand and tell #TheGlobalStory. Email us at theglobalstory@bbc.com You can also message us or leave a voice note via WhatsApp on +44 330 123 9480. TGS is part of the BBC News Podcasts family. The team that makes The Global Story also makes several other podcasts, such as Americast and Ukrainecast, which cover US news and the war in Ukraine. If you enjoy The Global Story, you may well like some of our other pods, too. To find them, simply search on your favourite podcast app. This episode was made by Laurie Kalus and Alice Aylett Roberts. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Sergi Forcada Freixas and the senior news editor is Richard Fenton-Smith.

We get the latest from the BBC's Tom Bateman in Pennsylvania

May the force be with you on this week's episode as we are joined by Daisy Ridley.  Many of you will know Daisy from her breakout role playing Rey in three blockbuster ‘Star Wars' movies and now she's back in the legendary Jerry Bruckheimer's new movie, ‘Young Woman and The Sea', playing Trudie Ederlee, the first woman to swim the English Channel who not only had to deal with life threatening situations, she had to face a host of 1920s misogyny too.  It is already one of my favourite movies ever (bold statement but wait until you see it) and you are going to LOVE it too because it's everything we love on Reign: sticking two fingers up at the patriarchy and proving the haters wrong!  I LOVED talking to Daisy and she joins us post going out OUT (she's a bit of us) to talk about the incredible physical and mental challenges the film presented her, the sexism she has faced in her own life and how creating her next movie ‘Magpie' with her husband Tom Bateman was a huge moment of overcoming self doubt.  Daisy also teases her return to ‘Star Wars' but what I love most about this episode is Daisy's words on how powerful finding your people and having the right people around you is. So I hope this inspires you to lean on those around you or to go out there and find your people!  If you love this chinwag with Daisy or you head straight to watch ‘Young Woman and The Sea' and wanna compare notes get in touch with me via social media @joshsmithhosts - I always love talking to you. Love, Josh x P.S. You will also have heard me mention my book in this episode. ‘Great Chat: Seven Lessons for Better Conversation, Deeper Connections and Improved Wellbeing' - you can pre-order it here: https://geni.us/GreatChat ahead of its release on 20th June.  P.P.S. This episode is sponsored by Bicester Village which I am so excited about as it's one of my favourite go-to day trips for great chats and great bonding time with my loved ones. If you need a little retail therapy with a pal, Bicester Village is home to more than 150 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, renowned restaurants and five star service - and we all deserve a bit of five star service don't we?! But luxury doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag, as Bicester Village offers up to 40% off the original retail prices ALL YEAR ROUND. Race you there? It's only an hour from London Marylebone station if you are based in London!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Bateman is a political science professor at St Thomas University in Fredericton. 

Tom Bateman, BBC State Department correspondent in Washington

Kate Adie presents stories from Israel, Guatemala, The Philippines, Greece and the Faroe IslandsUS Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is in the Middle East for another round of crisis diplomacy. After the assassination of a senior Hamas leader this week, there are now concerns the conflict will widen. Tom Bateman has just left his post in the Middle East and is now covering US foreign policy from Washington - which as he reflects - might have to draw on some lessons from history.Ahead of his inauguration next weekend, Bernardo Arevalo, Guatemala's President-elect, has had to contend with a series of attempts to prevent him from taking power. His victory in elections last year confounded all expectations, and was widely seen as a repudiation of Guatemala's political elite, which has been dogged by corruption allegations for many years. But, the country's democratic future is still hanging in the balance, says Rory Sullivan.Linda Pressly meets with a Catholic priest and a forensic pathologist in the Philippines, who are exhuming the remains of victims of Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs. In the process they discover evidence that points to a very different version of events to the official line.Heidi Fuller-Love visits the Greek island, Antikythera, whose remote and idyllic setting is its greatest allure for visitors, but it also poses its biggest challenge for the small number of residents there. Now the Greek government is paying people 500 euros to live there.And finally - Tim Ecott reports from the Faroe Islands of the North Atlantic where residents are trying to conserve their land and traditions in the face of an influx of tourists.Series Producer: Serena Tarling Editor: Richard Vadon Production Coordinator: Gemma Ashman

Tom Bateman, BBC Middle East correspondent discusses planned release of Israeli hostages delayed until Friday.

Join us for this edition of Off The Record. We take a look at the following films: South Park Joining the Panderverse (2023), Enemy Mine (1985), Behind Her Eyes (2021 TV Series), The Homesman (2014), Dragon Inn (1967), The Watcher (2022), and a special mention of the film When Evil Lurks (2023). Be sure to listen to the very end, as there is a special outtake for the audience.Notable Actors include: Trey Parker and Matt Stone, Dennis Quaid, Tom Bateman, Tommy Lee Jones, Lingfeng Shih, Naomi Watts, and Ezequiel Rodriguez.

Thirty-one premature Palestinian babies were evacuated from Gaza City's al-Shifa hospital, which the World Health Organization (WHO) has described as a "death zone". We hear the latest on Gaza from the BBC's Tom Bateman in Jerusalem and from Gil Dickmann, one of the relatives of those Israeli hostages being held in Gaza. Also on the programme: Open revolt at OpenAI as hundreds threaten to resign after the firing of the tech company's co-founder Sam Altman. And we hear about the strategies that Argentina's new radical right wing president could employ to mend a broken economy. (Photo: Medics treat premature Palestinian babies evacuated from Gaza at the New Administrative Capital (NAC) in the east of Cairo Credit: Egyptian Health Ministry/via REUTERS)

Tom Bateman, BBC Middle East Correspondent, discusses the latest on the war between Israel and Hamas.

Will Israel launch a ground assault in Gaza and, if they do, what is at stake? BBC World Affairs editor John Simpson gets the latest from Middle East correspondent Tom Bateman.Plus, World Service Middle East editor, Sebastian Usher, examines the position of other Arab countries in the region - is there a chance they will get dragged into the conflict?Meanwhile, the war in Ukraine rages on but, as the winter draws in, is Ukraine any closer to victory?

Where are the 150 hostages? Lyse Doucet and Tom Bateman debrief on the latest in the Gaza-Israel conflict.Lyse has been reporting from the Israeli border town of Sderot. She speaks to the Mayor about how he wants his country to respond to the Hamas attacks. And Tom reflects on seven years living in Jerusalem and how this latest conflict feels in the context of his time in the region.REPORTERS:- Lyse Doucet, BBC Chief International Correspondent - Tom Bateman, BBC Middle East CorrespondentGET IN TOUCH:- Send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to +44 330 123 9480 - Or Email theconflict@bbc.co.ukTEAM:This episode was made by Joe Kent with Claire Bowes and Clare Williamson in London and Alex Lederman in Israel. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.

Tom Bateman, Middle East Correspondent with BBC News, reports from Jerusalem as airstrikes in Gaza intensify.

We get the latest from the BBC's Middle East correspondent, Tom Bateman, who has travelled to Morocco's remote Atlas Mountains.

Three days of mourning have been declared in Morocco following Friday's devastating earthquake, as the death toll continues to climb. Almost 2,700 people are thought to have been killed, and some of the heaviest casualties are in areas just south of Marrakech. Meanwhile, thousands of survivors are awaiting essential supplies as aid groups struggle to reach isolated areas. BBC journalist Tom Bateman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Tom Bateman, BBC Middle East Correspondent, reports from Jenin on the latest developments following the Israeli military operation in the West Bank.

Tom Bateman, Middle East BBC correspondent in Jerusalem.

From the creative minds of Emmy Award nominated creator, showrunner, executive producer and writer Craig Rosenberg and Aggregate Films executive producers Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan, BASED ON A TRUE STORYfollows about Ava (Kaley Cuoco) and her husband Nathan (Chris Messina), a down-on-their-luck couple, whose lives collide with an infamous serial killer terrorizing Los Angeles and seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America's obsession with true crime by making a podcast with the killer. The dark comedic thriller stars Emmy Award nominee Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman, Priscilla Qunitana (Good Trouble) and Liana Liberato (Scream 6) in your next obsession.Priscilla Quintana plays ‘Ruby' in the Peacock Original series BASED ON A TRUE STORY opposite Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina. This is straight off her series regular work on the popular Freeform show GOOD TROUBLE. Previously, Quintana played the title role of the CW series PANDORA for two seasons. On the feature side, Quintana starred as a lead in the Dimension film POLAROID and had a strong role in Sony Screen Gems film TRAFFIK opposite Paula Patton and William Fichtner.Liana Liberato stars in the Peacock Original series BASED ON A TRUE STORYas Ava's (Kaley Cuoco) younger sister ‘Tory.' Liberato can most recently be seen in SCREAM 6. She recently wrapped on the Blumhouse feature TOTALLY KILLER. She can be seen in the independent feature, BANANA SPLIT opposite Dylan Sprouse and Hannah Marks. Liberato can also be seen in a leading role on the Hulu series, LIGHT AS A FEATHER. Liberato stars opposite Tony Hale and Malin Akerman in the indie TO THE STARS that premiered to rave reviews at Sundance 2019 which is scheduled to come out later this year. Earlier in 2018, Liana was seen in the indie feature MEASURE OF A MAN opposite Judy Greer, Luke Wilson, and Donald Sutherland. She first garnered critical acclaim at the age of 14 for her performance in TRUST opposite Clive Owen and Catherine Keener. She was last seen in Maggie Betts' directorial debut, NOVITIATE, opposite Melissa Leo and Margaret Qualley and Marti Noxon's TO THE BONE opposite Lily Collins and Keanu Reeves. Both films premiered at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and are due out later this year. In 2014, Liana starred in two studio features, IF I STAYopposite Chloe Moretz and THE BES

From the creative minds of Emmy Award nominated creator, showrunner, executive producer and writer Craig Rosenberg and Aggregate Films executive producers Jason Bateman and Michael Costigan, BASED ON A TRUE STORYfollows about Ava (Kaley Cuoco) and her husband Nathan (Chris Messina), a down-on-their-luck couple, whose lives collide with an infamous serial killer terrorizing Los Angeles and seize a unique opportunity to capitalize on America's obsession with true crime by making a podcast with the killer. The dark comedic thriller stars Emmy Award nominee Kaley Cuoco, Chris Messina, Tom Bateman, Priscilla Qunitana (Good Trouble) and Liana Liberato (Scream 6) in your next obsession.Priscilla Quintana plays ‘Ruby' in the Peacock Original series BASED ON A TRUE STORY opposite Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina. This is straight off her series regular work on the popular Freeform show GOOD TROUBLE. Previously, Quintana played the title role of the CW series PANDORA for two seasons. On the feature side, Quintana starred as a lead in the Dimension film POLAROID and had a strong role in Sony Screen Gems film TRAFFIK opposite Paula Patton and William Fichtner.Liana Liberato stars in the Peacock Original series BASED ON A TRUE STORYas Ava's (Kaley Cuoco) younger sister ‘Tory.' Liberato can most recently be seen in SCREAM 6. She recently wrapped on the Blumhouse feature TOTALLY KILLER. She can be seen in the independent feature, BANANA SPLIT opposite Dylan Sprouse and Hannah Marks. Liberato can also be seen in a leading role on the Hulu series, LIGHT AS A FEATHER. Liberato stars opposite Tony Hale and Malin Akerman in the indie TO THE STARS that premiered to rave reviews at Sundance 2019 which is scheduled to come out later this year. Earlier in 2018, Liana was seen in the indie feature MEASURE OF A MAN opposite Judy Greer, Luke Wilson, and Donald Sutherland. She first garnered critical acclaim at the age of 14 for her performance in TRUST opposite Clive Owen and Catherine Keener. She was last seen in Maggie Betts' directorial debut, NOVITIATE, opposite Melissa Leo and Margaret Qualley and Marti Noxon's TO THE BONE opposite Lily Collins and Keanu Reeves. Both films premiered at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival and are due out later this year. In 2014, Liana starred in two studio features, IF I STAYopposite Chloe Moretz and THE BEST OF ME opposite James Marsden and Michelle Monaghan.

Kate Adie presents stories from Israel, the US, Nigeria, Ukraine and Austria. After months of protests, Israel's Prime Minister moved to delay his controversial judicial reforms, which many have criticised for being undemocratic. But the underlying tensions over the future direction of the government have not gone away, and the protest movement is now split, says Tom Bateman. In Florida, several laws have come into force that restrict what can be taught in classrooms. Led by Governor Ron DeSantis, state Republicans say the laws are necessary to shield children from inappropriate content and liberal indoctrination around issues of race and sexual orientation. Chelsea Bailey visited one high school, where teachers say they are being scared into silence. In northwest Nigeria, gangs of bandits have been raiding villages and kidnapping men, women and children for ransom. Villagers have become reliant on local vigilantes to help protect them, but they are ill-equipped to take them on. Alex Last was in Katsina. James Landale, the BBC's Diplomatic correspondent, has spoken to a bartender in Kyiv who had to relocate from Kharkiv with his family when his apartment block was destroyed by a Russian missile. He and a group of bartenders have pooled their resources to start a new business in the capital. And finally, Bethany Bell reflects on the elevated status afforded to a regular of bars or restaurants - known as a 'Stammgast' which comes with bonus privileges. We hear how she finally acquired this honour at her local espresso bar. Series Producer: Serena Tarling Researcher: Bethan Ashmead Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith Production Coordinator: Sabine Schreck

Humza Yousaf has been elected to follow Nicola Sturgeon as the next SNP leader and will soon become Scotland's first minister. BBC Scotland editor James Cook, BBC special correspondent James Naughtie, and Newsnight presenter Kirsty Wark talk about what it means for the future of Scotland and the rest of the UK. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed controversial plans to reform the judicial system after mass protests. Adam gets instant reaction from the BBC's Tom Bateman in Jerusalem. Today's Newscast was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Miranda Slade, and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor was Alison Gee. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Mass protests have rocked Israel in recent weeks, in response to planned changes to the judicial system by the country's far-right coalition, headed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. If the proposal passes, it would give the Government greater sway in selecting judges while limiting the power of the Supreme Court. Opponents say it's a threat to democracy, and hundreds of thousands of people joined demonstrations this week in the largest street protests in the country's history. Kim talks with the BBC's Middle East Correspondent Tom Bateman, who is based in Jerusalem.

Rescuers are raising concerns that freezing conditions could delay efforts to find survivors across Syria and Turkey. Agencies and rescue workers are racing to save people trapped beneath the rubble after thousands of buildings collapsed in both countries. More than 11,000 people are now known to have been killed, and in freezing temperatures, the death toll will continue to rise. The first 7.8 magnitude quake struck near Gaziantep in the early hours of Monday morning, while people were asleep, and was followed by a 7.5 magnitude tremor hours later. The Today programme's Mishal Husain and Nick Robinson spoke to reporter Anna Foster, who is in Kahramanmaras, the epicentre of the earthquake and Salah Aboulgasem from Islamic Relief. The BBC's Middle East Correspondent, Tom Bateman, reports from Adana in southern Turkey.

An international aid effort is being stepped up in southern Turkey and northern Syria following a huge earthquake that has killed more than 5,000 people. Rescuers are racing to save people trapped beneath the rubble after thousands of buildings collapsed in both countries. The 7.8 magnitude quake struck near Gaziantep in the early hours of Monday while people were asleep. The Today programme's Justin Webb spoke to Sherine Ibrahim, the Turkey Country Director for CARE International who is in Gaziantep and Andrew Mitchell, Minister for Development. The BBC's Middle East Correspondent, Tom Bateman, reports from south East Turkey, near the epicentre. (Image Hatay, Turkey, Credit, Erdem Şahin EPA-EFEREXShutterstock)

Albania's Prime Minister this week has accused the UK of scapegoating his country's citizens to excuse its ‘failed policies' on migration. This comes amid a deepening crisis over the UK's handling of asylum seekers. Sara Monetta spoke to people in the suburbs of Tirana about why many of Albania's young people are choosing to leave. Last weekend, young people gathered in the district of Itaewon, in the South Korean capital Seoul, to celebrate Halloween in far greater numbers than usual. The subsequent crush killed more than 150 people. Laila Shahrokhshahi experienced first-hand the force of the crowds before tragedy struck. Voters in Israel chose to return Benjamin Netanyahu to power in this week's election. The big story of his dramatic comeback has been about the rise of Israel's far-right, which he helped cultivate as a parliamentary alliance to boost the numbers for his right-wing bloc in the Knesset. Tom Bateman looks at the emergence of a new kingmaker, Itamar Ben-Gvir. Ahead of the midterm elections, the abortion debate still polarises the US, following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe vs Wade. During those proceedings, there was also talk of Safe Haven laws, which exist in every state, and allow mothers to leave their new-borns at a designated safe site if they feel they are unable to take care of them. In Arizona, Linda Pressly met a family with direct experience of this. Ukraine's President has accused the Kremlin of 'energy terrorism', saying millions of people have been left without power because of Russian attacks on the country's power grid. Hugo Bachega has been living in the city for the past few months, and describes how Kyiv's citizens have once again adapted to rapidly changing circumstances. Presenter: Kate Adie Producers: Serena Tarling and Ellie House Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith Production Coordinator: Iona Hammond

Watchdog finds it's "too easy for the wrong people” to join. A critical police report has found that hundreds of officers who should have failed vetting checks may be working in forces in England and Wales. Zoe Billingham, who was Her Majesty's Inspector of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue until 2021, joins Adam to talk through her former employers findings, as does policing commentator, Danny Shaw. And BBC Middle East correspondent, Tom Bateman, joins from Jerusalem to explain what's behind the dramatic comeback of former Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. This episode of Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Tim Walklate with Maddie Drury and Chris Flynn. The technical producer was Mike Regaard and the assistant editor was Sam Bonham.

In Ukraine, rights groups are reporting growing numbers of missing civilians in areas occupied by Russia. Many are believed to have been taken to Russian prisons, but the husbands, wives and relatives are left behind, scouring news bulletins and online message boards in a desperate attempt to track them down. Bel Trew met some of them. The UK government is being urged to make a formal apology for alleged war crimes by British troops in historical Palestine nearly a century ago. The petition is being brought by an elderly Palestinian business owner who was shot and wounded by UK forces as a boy. Tom Bateman came across the vivid accounts of some of the soldiers. The sinking of a government-owned Senegalese ferry, the Joola, in 2002 took more lives than the infamous Titanic - leaving 1,800 people dead. Subsequent inquiries highlighted poor safety measures and the overcrowding of the boat as major factors in the disaster. Our correspondent, Efrem Gebreab met two of the survivors in Senegal. Sporadic protests have been taking place across Cuba amid a nationwide blackout following Hurricane Ian. Cuba's economy had been brought to its knees due to economic mismanagement and the impact of Covid-19. And the recent disaster at the island's biggest fuel depot meant a powerful hurricane was the last thing the weary Cuban people needed, says Will Grant. Naples in Southern Italy is renowned for its Roman ruins but what about its Greek heritage? Part of an ancient Greek cemetery, discovered under a 19th century palazzo has now been opened to the public. Julia Buckley went to visit the intricately decorated tombs.

The Mixed-Review House rolls on with Kenneth Branagh's second outing as Hercule Poirot, Death on the Nile. It's a character he seems committed to playing, despite seemingly having no particular understanding or affinity for the source material. But hey, at least he's keeping the CGI pyramids industry in business!Wikipedia entry for Death On the NileMovies recommended in this episodeMad GodMiami ViceHorror Express