

300 episodes
by The Evening Standard · English
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From London, The Standard podcast covers pressing topics related to politics, culture, sports, and fashion with insights from journalists and celebrity guests.
29 May 2025 · 13m
In this episode, the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, urges the government to consider decriminalising possession of small amounts of cannabis.
28 May 2025 · 16m
The Standard podcast delivers insights on critical news topics, including politics, culture, sports, and fashion, featuring discussions with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests.
27 May 2025 · 12m
Ofgem's Price Cap - Here's What It Means for Your Energy Bills
23 May 2025 · 13m
This episode discusses a significant announcement about reforms to the justice system in the UK.
22 May 2025 · 17m
The Standard podcast brings together top news insiders who discuss significant topics in politics, culture, sport, and more.
20 May 2025 · 12m
A daily podcast from London discussing current events with insights from top journalists and celebrity guests.
19 May 2025 · 14m
A podcast featuring insights from top news insiders discussing current topics in politics, culture, and more.
16 May 2025 · 16m
Claudia Cockerell discusses the phenomenon of young Londoners entering into relationships with older, wealthy men, referred to as "sugar babies," as a means to finance their living expenses amidst…
15 May 2025 · 16m
London's housing crisis explained - and why it's only getting worse
14 May 2025 · 14m
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13 May 2025 · 14m
In this episode, host Charlie Duffield delves into the hidden realities of London's fine dining establishments, exploring the connections between these popular restaurants and illegal immigration.
12 May 2025 · 12m
The Standard podcast, hosted from London, dives deep into current events across politics, culture, sports, and fashion, featuring discussions with major news insiders and guest experts.
9 May 2025 · 16m
Laura Clouting, Senior Curator at the Imperial War Museum
8 May 2025 · 15m
In this episode of The Standard, host Suze Cooper discusses the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following India's missile strikes into Pakistan-controlled territory.
7 May 2025 · 13m
A podcast from London discussing top news topics with insights on politics, culture, sport, and fashion featuring award-winning journalists and celebrity guests.
6 May 2025 · 16m
The Standard podcast features discussions by top news insiders on current topics including politics, culture, sport, and fashion, hosted from London. Episodes are available Monday to Friday at 4 PM.
2 May 2025 · 15m
The episode discusses the newly announced economic deal between the United States and Ukraine, which aims to establish a joint reinvestment fund for Ukraine's reconstruction.
1 May 2025 · 14m
Should London ban 'supersize' SUVs?
30 Apr 2025 · 15m
In this episode of *The Standard*, host Julie Banks discusses significant concerns surrounding the UK’s power network in the wake of recent electrical substation fires.
29 Apr 2025 · 15m
NHS plans autism and ADHD tests for children at gender clinics
28 Apr 2025 · 10m
The Standard podcast features top news insiders discussing the pressure points of the day’s topics, offering insights on politics, culture, sport, and fashion.
25 Apr 2025 · 14m
The Standard podcast features discussions from top news insiders on politics, culture, sport, fashion, and more, directly from London.
24 Apr 2025 · 16m
Are we facing a global recession?
23 Apr 2025 · 15m