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From our headquarters in the heart of London, The Standard podcast sets the agenda. Top news insiders discuss the pressure-points of the day’s topics. Hear unrivalled insight on politics, culture, going out, sport, and fashion, with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests. Join us Monday to Friday at 4pm.

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  • Feb 21, 2025 · 11 min

    52,000 extra urgent dental appointments for London

    Thousands of patients across London will now have access to urgent dental appointments as the Government begins efforts to rebuild NHS dentistry. However, leaders in the profession insist ministers should have “fired the starting gun” last summer. To learn more, we’re joined by Len D’Cruz from the British Dental Association, a practice owner and dentist in Woodford Green, East London. He explains the harrowing situations he has witnessed, including cases of DIY dentistry. In part two, The London Standard’s food and drink writer, Josh Barrie, visits Forty Hall Vineyard, a hidden gem just a few miles from the heart of the capital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 20, 2025 · 14 min

    Korean secrets to living longer, with Michelle Jungmin Bang

    Why do Koreans live longer than the rest of us? According to research from Imperial College London, South Korea is on track to lead the world in longevity, with average life expectancy set to exceed 90 years. So what’s their secret? In today’s episode, Nicola Barron is joined by Michelle Jungmin Bang, author of Sun and Ssukgat: The Korean Art of Self-Care, Wellness, and Longevity. Michelle shares insights into the Korean approach to well-being, from the role of tradition and sustainability to the mindful self-care rituals that contribute to a longer, healthier life. Watch Michelle’s Masterclass Michelle’s session is available on demand as part of The Bigger Life Festival. Get access at standard.co.uk/masterclasses. Pre-order Michelle’s book Sun and Ssukgat is out on 25th February. Pre-order your copy here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 19, 2025 · 10 min

    How inflation hitting 10-month high impacts you

    Rachelle Abbott joins The London Standard’s business editor Jonathan Prynn as the rate of UK inflation jumped to 3% in January, in a blow to hopes of early further interest rate cuts. The rise on Wednesday exceeded expectations, with City forecasters predicting inflation to be 2.8%. The Conservatives have accused Chancellor Rachel Reeves of being 'out of her depth'. So why have we seen such a rise? Who will feel the hit most, what does this mean for interest rates, and when do we expect inflation to fall? For all the latest news head to standard.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 18, 2025 · 14 min

    US and Russia hold peace talks without Ukraine

    Talks today in Saudi Arabia saw the US and Russia discussing a peace deal to end Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Helena Wadia is joined by The London Standard’s Political Editor Nicholas Cecil, to discuss the aims of the talks and what we can expect going forward. The meeting was the first face-to-face discussion between the two countries since the war began in 2022. But who was involved in the peace talks? Crucially, not Ukraine. In part two, Rachelle Abbott and The London Standard’s Defence Editor, Robert Fox, discuss how a dramatic shift in US policy impacts UK defence spending and military reform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 17, 2025 · 12 min

    London parking fines are set for a price hike

    Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced he'll raise penalty charge notices meaning some fines could hit £160. But why the hike? How will the money be used? And where do the fines apply? Rachelle Abbott's joined by The London Standard's City Hall and Transport Editor Ross Lydall, to break down all you need to know. In part two, we explore the scents of ancient Egypt. Researchers from University College London and University of Ljubljana have uncovered the smells of nine mummified bodies. Dr Cecilia Bembibre, co-author and lecturer at UCL’s Bartlett School of Environment, Energy & Resources, joins us to explain how they extracted and analysed the ancient aromas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 14, 2025 · 14 min

    Why isn’t London having babies anymore?

    Birth rates are falling faster in London than the rest of the UK since the 2000s. To find out why, whether it’s a concern, and what can be done, Rachelle Abbott sits down with Kate Wills, who has been investigating the topic for The London Standard. Plus, we continue to celebrate some of the capital’s hidden gems. This week we turn to The Hill Garden and Pergola in Hampstead with John Darlington, director of projects for the World Monuments Fund. Is this the perfect spot for a Valentine's weekend stroll? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 13, 2025 · 13 min

    Will Storr: The Science of Storytelling

    In today’s episode, Nicola Barron is joined by Will Storr—an acclaimed journalist, bestselling author, and storytelling guru. Will is widely regarded as one of the leading experts on how stories shape human behaviour, decisions, and relationships. In his latest book, A Story is a Deal, Will uncovers the hidden psychological contract between storytellers and their audiences. He explains why stories are so powerful, not just for entertainment, but for persuasion and connection. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to understand how storytelling can change the way people think and act. He’ll also be hosting a live online masterclass where he’ll share the storytelling techniques that can make your business messaging, presentations, and content stand out. Don’t miss Will’s Masterclass: Join Will for The Science of Storytelling for Business and Persuasion on February 20th—the same day A Story is a Deal is released! For more details, head to standard.co.uk/masterclasses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 11, 2025 · 15 min

    AI Action Summit Paris Explained

    Are you ready for next generation agentic artificial intelligence? The Standard podcast's Mark Blunden is joined from the AI Action Summit in Paris by Andrew Strait, associate director at the Ada Lovelace Institute and former ethics researcher at Google’s DeepMind AI spin-off. We look at the self-thinking technology’s latest developments, concerns over replacement of human workers, quantum computing and AI’s impact on our cognitive ability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 6, 2025 · 9 min

    Fabric of London

    What is London’s heartbeat? Rachelle Abbott joins Emma Strain, customer director at Transport for London, to discuss how important diverse communities are to the capital. Emma also reveals their award-winning animated moquette design, titled ‘Fabric of London’, which tells real stories shared by Londoners, reflecting the vital role TfL plays in bringing people from all backgrounds together. Transport for London, VCCP and Wavemaker UK’s design is now available to view at Outernet, in this week’s edition of our newspaper, and online at standard.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 5, 2025 · 11 min

    Women’s ‘unsafe’ night-time cycling routes revealed

    Research by the London Cycling Campaign has found more than half of the capital’s official cycleways include sections that are unsafe for women to use at night. The London Standard’s transport editor Ross Lydall joins Mark Blunden to discuss his report on the LCC’s Women’s Network study, which found 52 of the 89 cycleways had at least one “socially unsafe” section after dark - and that seven cycleways were considered risky along the entire route. In part two, we speak with the charity’s senior campaigns officer Clare Rogers, about the LCC’s data-gathering process for the research, titled Women’s Freedom After Dark, and the shocking experiences of female cyclists in London after sunset. Transport for London said its “working to better understand how our schemes affect the safety, and feeling of safety, for women and girls”, including a “new women’s safety auditing process” to improve cycling infrastructure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 3, 2025 · 16 min

    Trump Sparks a Global Trade War

    Britain rejects Donald Trump’s claim that trade between the US and UK is “out of line”. The president has hit several other countries with hefty tariffs. It comes as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer travelled to Brussels to meet with EU leaders on Monday - a first for a British leader since Brexit. Has Trump sparked a trade war? We're joined by The London Standard's political editor, Nicholas Cecil, for the latest. In part two, Beyoncé extends run as most Grammy-awarded artist - wins include best album and best country album - plus, singer Chappell Roan’s success and tributes to late One Direction star Liam Payne. Awards and ceremony news with The London Standard culture and lifestyle writer India Block. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Feb 1, 2025 · 14 min

    Hayley Quinn: Finding the love of your life in real life

    Join host Nicola Barron in conversation with Hayley Quinn, the London-based dating coach who has helped thousands of singles break out of dating ruts, build confidence, and enjoy meeting new people again. In this insightful episode, Hayley shares expert advice on how to approach dating in real life, avoid common first-date mistakes, and create genuine connections beyond the apps. Don't miss Hayley’s live online masterclass, How to Find the Love of Your Life – In Real Life, on Wednesday, 5th February 2025. Book now at standard.co.uk/masterclasses. Part of The Bigger Life Festival, brought to you by Masterclasses from The Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.