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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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  • Sep 25, 2024 · 13 min

    The ultimate autumn culture guide

    Want something to brighten up the gloomy autumn days? We’ve got the definitive list of all the best entertainment to keep you busy. From exciting films, shows, TV, exhibitions and gigs, there’s so much coming up. We give you a sneak peek at the BFI London film festival, Gladiator II, Wicked, the ITV series Joan, Disney+’s Rivals, Janet Jackson at the O2, Dua Lipa at the Royal Albert Hall, through to The Devil Wears Prada musical. For a special treat The Standard’s Head of Culture, Nick Clark, has put together the ultimate autumn culture guide. With a summer of Taylor Swift can the UK’s music scene compete this season? Listen to find out… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 24, 2024 · 10 min

    Labour party conference: Sir Keir Starmer says ‘change has begun’

    The UK Prime Minister has delivered his first Labour party conference speech since coming to power. Sir Keir Starmer reassured the UK that despite difficult decisions ahead there is light at the end of the tunnel. He went on to promise to “build a new Britain” with a crackdown on benefit fraudsters, a promise to house all veterans, and by reducing the UK’s reliance on foreign workers. The Standard’s Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil, joins the podcast from Liverpool and unpacks everything covered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 23, 2024 · 10 min

    Reeves promises to ‘rebuild Britain’ but is Starmer’s honeymoon period over?

    The Labour party conference is fully underway and today’s big speech was from the Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The Standard’s Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil, joins us from Liverpool to discuss the key points from the speech, and reveals the findings of our Ipsos poll which indicate the honeymoon might already be over for Sir Keir Starmer after less than three months in power. In part two, we speak to Maurizio Roccato, criminal historian at the University of Turin in Italy and the curator of London’s controversial new exhibition about serial killers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 21, 2024 · 20 min

    Sustainable Travel: Exploring Vietnam & community tourism

    Come with us as we travel to Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An and Cat Ba Island. Sustainable travel expert Juliet Kinsman and journalist Jon Weeks explore the best Vietnam has to offer; travelling via overnight train, exploring eco-resorts doing things differently, kayaking among breathtaking scenery, and tasting the best food you’ll ever eat. Find out how trips like this actually benefit the country you're visiting, in this case, a country that’s experienced centuries of cultural change, occupation and war, but still maintained its core identity. Plus, discover what else we're exploring as part of our Sustainable Travel campaign here. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 20, 2024 · 14 min

    Fears of full-scale war as Israel hits Lebanon with overnight strikes

    Fears are growing over the potential of a full-scale war after Israel hit southern Lebanon with its most intense air strikes in nearly a year, raising tensions with Hezbollah. Our Defence Editor, Robert Fox, discusses what the latest developments mean for this conflict, where this leaves the Western allies, and reveals the wider impact of the Middle East crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 19, 2024 · 11 min

    Exclusive: Transport Secretary prepares to take on unions over rail reform

    Our Political Editor, Nicholas Cecil, discusses what happened when he spoke to Louise Haigh about her plans for the future of British transport, including how they are going to ‘modernise outdated work practices’ on strike-plagued railways and get trains running on time. Plus, more on the Sir Keir Starmer gifts row and Sue Gray's salary reveal. In part two, our Chief Political Correspondent, Rachael Burford, explains why Global Radio are taking Westminster council to court over Leicester Square buskers in a first of its kind case. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 17, 2024 · 15 min

    Sadiq Khan’s battle for Oxford Street

    Is London’s Oxford Street, the UK’s most famous shopping district, about to become pedestrianised? Ross Lydall, The Standard’s City Hall Editor and Transport Editor, walks us through the proposed plans and explains why Sadiq Khan is facing a battle against Westminster Council. Plus, we close London Fashion Week with Junior Fashion Editor, Joe Bromley, who reveals all the highlights and the trends to follow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 16, 2024 · 12 min

    Will UK adopt Italy-Albania style asylum scheme?

    Sir Keir Starmer flew to Italy to meet with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss the country’s asylum processing scheme. We speak with our Political Editor Nicholas Cecil to find out what it could mean for the UK. And in part two it’s Emmys 2024. We’re joined by arts and culture writer and commissioning editor Vicky Jessop to discuss the highlights, such as a three award win for Baby Reindeer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 14, 2024 · 14 min

    Shahroo Izadi: How to lose weight for good (Masterclasses from the Evening Standard)

    For this special episode we're joined by weight-loss specialist Shahroo Izadi to talk about her upcoming masterclass for The Standard called 'how to lose weight for good'. In this episode host Nicola Barron and Shahroo discuss: Why so many of us find it hard to stick to diets Maintaining a heathy weight and enjoying food The kindness method Plus much more! For all listeners we’re running a special 15% discount across all our classes this month with the code BACKTOSCHOOL <link> Tap the links to hear our previous episodes on 'how to succeed as an introvert' and 'how to stay focused and get things done'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 7, 2024 · 16 min

    How to stay focused with Memory Grand Master, Mark Channon (Masterclasses from the Evening Standard)

    Nicola Barron (Masterclasses) is joined by Mark Channon, productivity coach and World Memory Grand Master no less, to explore ways in which we can stay focused and get things done. Plus, boost your power of recall with Mark’s memory technique. For all listeners we’re running a special 15% discount across all our classes this month, when you enter the promo code BACKTOSCHOOL. To hear our previous episode on how to thrive as an introvert, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 6, 2024 · 15 min

    Prisons crisis: Could UK offenders be sent to Estonia?

    The UK government is reportedly considering sending offenders to serve sentences in Estonian prisons to ease overcrowding in Britain’s jails. Although it’s not officially been confirmed, cabinet minister Angela Eagle says ‘anything’ is being considered to ease the prisons crisis. Our Courts Correspondent, Tristan Kirk, reveals what we know so far about this potential option, and discusses the urgent issues facing our country’s prisons. In part two, film critic Jo-Ann Titmarsh joins us from the Venice International Film Festival to give her verdict on Joker: Folie à deux, all the very long standing ovations, and the movies that should be on your list to go see. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 4, 2024 · 10 min

    Grenfell Tower Inquiry: damning report & fight for justice

    The Grenfell Tower Inquiry has delivered a damning final report into the disaster that claimed 72 lives. It found the west London tower was turned into a death trap in June 2017 by “dishonest” construction firms, architects and negligent politicians who ignored fire safety for decades. Bereaved families and survivors vowed to continue their fight for justice, with Wednesday's report paving the way for criminal prosecutions over one of the worst disasters in modern British history. A seven-year public inquiry, chaired by Sir Martin Moore-Bick, exposed how refurbishment prior to the devastating fire left the North Kensington block coated in cheap, highly flammable cladding and foam insulation - while warnings of impending disaster from Grenfell residents were ignored. We’re joined from the inquiry in Paddington by Evening Standard courts correspondent Tristan Kirk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Sep 3, 2024 · 11 min

    Israel arms suspension: UK decision backlash

    The UK Defence Secretary has told his Israeli counterpart that the British government is ‘following the law’ with its decision to suspend around 30 arms export licences over the Gaza conflict. The Government says that humanitarian concerns and the treatment of detainees were among the reasons why they suspended some arms sales to Israel, amid concerns a “clear risk” exists that they could be used to breach international humanitarian law. Nicholas Cecil, the Standard’s Political Editor, explains the decision and potential repercussions. In part two, our features journalist, Maddy Mussen discusses the rumours that there could be a potential plot to reintroduce Prince Harry back into the royal family… and why she’s all for the idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.