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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.

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What does Trump’s tariff blockage mean for the UK?

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

Will London decriminalise cannabis?

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

Will Nigel Farage’s fantasy economics appeal to working people?

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

Ofgem's Price Cap - Here's What It Means for Your Energy Bills

23 May 2025 · 13m

Can we fix our broken prison system?

This episode discusses a significant announcement about reforms to the justice system in the UK.

22 May 2025 · 17m

Keir Starmer hails mood change after EU-UK reset deal

The Standard podcast brings together top news insiders who discuss significant topics in politics, culture, sport, and more.

20 May 2025 · 12m

Inside the Legal Aid Agency cyber hack

A daily podcast from London discussing current events with insights from top journalists and celebrity guests.

19 May 2025 · 14m

Is this Eurovision’s most controversial year?

A podcast featuring insights from top news insiders discussing current topics in politics, culture, and more.

16 May 2025 · 16m

The young Londoners turning to sugar daddies to pay their rent

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

London's housing crisis explained - and why it's only getting worse

14 May 2025 · 14m

The backlash against Keir Starmer’s immigration speech

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13 May 2025 · 14m

The illegal truth behind some of London’s top restaurants

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

Why cases of blackmail and sextortion are on the rise

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

What can we learn from the VE Day commemorations?

Laura Clouting, Senior Curator at the Imperial War Museum

8 May 2025 · 15m

India launches missiles into Pakistan-controlled territory

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

Will Labour’s VISA crackdown benefit the UK?

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

Short term holiday lets 'are rented unlawfully'

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

What does the US-Ukraine deal really mean?

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?

Should London ban 'supersize' SUVs?

30 Apr 2025 · 15m

Is the UK’s power network in trouble?

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

NHS plans autism and ADHD tests for children at gender clinics

28 Apr 2025 · 10m

Will tougher laws prevent dangerous cycling?

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

Are we facing a schools' crisis?

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?

Are we facing a global recession?

23 Apr 2025 · 15m