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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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  • Apr 29, 2024 · 10 min

    Sadiq Khan’s record criticised as knife & gun crime up 20%

    Bereaved families have criticised Sadiq Khan’s record on crime as figures show a 20% spike in knife and gun crime in 2023. Our Crime Correspondent Anthony France explains what the families are calling for, and whether Sadiq Khan’s proposed measures to tackle crime if he's re-elected will be enough. In this episode: How the Met Police have defended stop & search measures Sadiq’s record on crime explained Ahead of the mayoral election, how important is tackling crime for Londoners? Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 25, 2024 · 20 min

    Bill Richards: Magic Mushrooms and Epic Poetry (Brave New World Preview)

    In this preview of our Brave New World series, Evgeny talks to psychologist and researcher Bill Richards, whose book Sacred Knowledge: Psychedelics and Religious Experiences is considered a seminal work in the field and is now in its 10th edition. To hear the whole interview, and listen to previous editions, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 20, 2024 · 11 min

    Octopus Money boss Ruth Handcock (How to be a CEO)

    Today’s bonus episode is from our How to be a CEO business podcast. David Marsland meets with Octopus Money CEO Ruth Handcock. To hear the full episode search How to be a CEO wherever you find your podcasts, or hit this link. Ruth will also be appearing at the Watercooler Event, which is being held alongside the Evening Standard’s SME Expo at Excel London on the 23rd and 24th of April. Tickets are free. Click the links to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 17, 2024 · 12 min

    Entries open for the Standard’s New Homes Awards

    This year marks the 33rd edition of the awards, with categories ranging from best house and best flat, through to best regeneration projects and low carbon homes. The longest serving judge on the panel, Stephen Lee, explains what the awards are all about, which categories he’s most looking forward to this year, and describes some of his favourite entries from previous years. You can enter this year’s New Homes Awards here. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 13, 2024 · 13 min

    The Apprentice winner Tom Pellereau (How to be a CEO)

    In a special episode taken from our business show, How to be a CEO, the Evening Standard's business editor Jonathan Prynn speaks with 2011 The Apprentice winner Tom Pellereau, whose business is thriving, 13 years later. To hear the full interview just search How to be a CEO wherever you find your podcasts, or via this link: lnk.to/TAWjEL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 12, 2024 · 13 min

    London’s chaotic mayoral hustings explained

    Independent candidate Andreas Michli evicted from hustings. Disruption halts debate for 20 minutes. Sadiq Khan & Susan Hall’s feisty exchanges. Our City Hall Editor Ross Lydall explains the drama at the first hustings in the race for City Hall, and discusses which of the candidates came out on top. Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 11, 2024 · 19 min

    Wim Hof & Rita Ora: Braving the Ice (Brave New World Preview)

    In this preview edition of our Brave New World series, Evgeny meets Wim Hof to learn more about the Dutch athlete’s ‘Method’; a combination of breathing and cold-water immersion that he claims can have health and psychological benefits. Rita Ora also joins the show and talks about her own experience using Wim’s techniques as part of her wellness routines. To hear the whole show, and listen to previous episodes, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 10, 2024 · 12 min

    Cass Report ‘watershed moment’ for children's gender care

    Report finds children have been let down by NHS care and have been receiving treatment that’s not based on evidence. Dr Hilary Cass calls for long-term research into use of hormone treatments. How Dr Cass received abuse from both sides during the review. Our Health Reporter Daniel Keane explains the Cass Report’s key recommendations for the NHS. In this episode: Why was the Cass Report commissioned? The need for more research & studies into gender care Report highlights a need to ‘dial down’ anger in gender debate, and put children first How soon will the NHS implement the report’s recommendations? Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 9, 2024 · 12 min

    Will David Cameron’s US visit be successful?

    The foreign secretary’s ‘surprise’ visit to see Donald Trump. Calls for $60billion of extra aid for Ukraine. What else is Lord Cameron hoping to achieve in the US? Our Deputy Political Editor Jitendra Joshi discusses the foreign secretary’s plan to secure more cash for Ukraine, and what else he plans to gain from his trip over the pond. In this episode: David Cameron & Donald Trump’s history explained How Lord Cameron will ‘appeal to Trump’s vanity’ Trump’s attempts to undermine Joe Biden in the run-up to the US election How $60billion funding will help Ukraine “go on the offensive” in 2025 Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Apr 6, 2024 · 12 min

    Solo round the world sailor Pip Hare (How to be a CEO)

    Taken from our How to be a CEO podcast, here's an extract taken with solo round the world sailor Pip Hare. Pip's 30 year journey to become a round the globe sailor What is “flow state” and how did it help her accomplish her dream? Why she’s the ultimate home worker, and the advice she can give to businesses To hear the whole interview just search How to be a CEO wherever you find your podcasts, or via this link: lnk.to/TAWjEL. Pip’s going to be appearing at the Watercooler, a two day event about workplace wellbeing being held alongside the Evening Standard’s SME Expo on April 23rd and 24th at Excel London. To register and get FREE tickets to the Watercooler go to watercoolerevent.com, and and to learn more about the SME Expo, head to smexpo.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.