Podcast · 332 episodes
This Is Why, page 3
by Sky News · English
The world’s a pretty confusing place right now – so how do you make sense of it all? This Is Why takes one story every day, explains how we got here and why it matters to you. Sky News’ Niall Paterson speaks to experts and correspondents from around the world, getting simple answers to some complex questions. Available every weekday afternoon. This Is Why is a Sky News podcast – if you have a question, contact us: why@sky.uk
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Why John Healey’s choices as chancellor will make or break BurnhamJohn Healey’s shift from Defence Secretary to Chancellor and how his past clash with the Treasury (under Rachel Reeves) foreshadows the fiscal trade-offs he’ll face; plus the government’s first major…21 Jul 2026 · 17 min · 7 chapters
Why Burnham’s first 100 days will define his leadershipThe episode is about Andy Burnham’s first 100 days as UK Prime Minister and how his early actions will shape public perception.20 Jul 2026 · 18 min · 13 chapters
Why it’s third time lucky for Labour leader Andy BurnhamThe episode explains why Andy Burnham’s Labour leadership is seen as “third time lucky,” and what his “Manchesterism” will mean for governing the whole UK, including early cabinet choices, faction…17 Jul 2026 · 23 min · 11 chapters
Why nationalisation could be Burnham’s big gambleLabour’s push for nationalisation as a “big gamble” to bring “essentials of life” under public control—covering British Steel, possible Thames Water nationalisation, rail “by stealth,” and Great…16 Jul 2026 · 17 min · 7 chapters
Why doesn’t the government trust teenagers?The UK government’s plan to restrict social media for 16–17-year-olds (default after-midnight curfew; under-16s banned), and what it implies about when people become “adults” and can make informed…15 Jul 2026 · 12 min · 6 chapters
Why is Trump risking a 'forever war' with Iran?Ed Conway interviews defence analyst Professor Michael Clarke about Donald Trump’s threats regarding the Strait of Hormuz—keeping it open, charging a 20% cargo toll, and expanding actions that could…14 Jul 2026 · 18 min · 6 chapters
Why England vs Argentina means more than just footballThe England–Argentina World Cup semi-final as a proxy for two centuries of economic ties, cultural admiration, and lingering resentment, especially shaped by British investment and the Falklands War;…13 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 10 chapters
Daddy diplomacy: Why NATO's Mark Rutte remains the Trump whispererStuff Matters episode on NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s diplomacy with Donald Trump, and whether his pragmatism is strengthening or exposing NATO’s fragility.10 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 11 chapters
Why Harry’s legal loss leaves him at a crossroadsPrince Harry’s latest legal defeat against Associated Newspapers (publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday) and what it means for his “life’s work” battle with the press, alongside related…9 Jul 2026 · 18 min · 10 chapters
Why Donald Trump says the Iran ceasefire is overThe episode explains why Donald Trump says the US-Iran ceasefire is effectively over after renewed attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.8 Jul 2026 · 18 min · 11 chapters
Why has Nigel Farage resigned as an MP?The episode discusses why Nigel Farage resigned as an MP for Clacton-on-Sea and called a by-election, amid parliamentary investigations into his financial probity.7 Jul 2026 · 19 min · 9 chapters
Why is Sky buying the home of Coronation Street?Sky’s planned £1.6bn takeover of ITV’s broadcast business (ITV1 and ITVX) and what it means for UK media, competition, regulation, and news plurality.6 Jul 2026 · 19 min · 12 chapters
Why Burnham could get the Milibands back togetherWhether Andy Burnham’s incoming cabinet could bring back both Miliband brothers—Ed as Chancellor and David as Foreign Secretary (or another top foreign-policy role)—despite their 2010 leadership…3 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Why grooming gang ringleader cannot be deportedThe episode argues that Shabir Ahmed (spelled Amit in the title) cannot be deported after release despite being the Rochdale grooming gang ringleader.2 Jul 2026 · 21 min · 7 chapters
Why Trump’s Iran war is finally costing UK householdsUK households’ energy bills rising 13% from 1 July due to the US-Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruption, with delayed effects from February market shocks; outlook for autumn/winter and ways to…1 Jul 2026 · 14 min · 5 chapters
£4.7 billion black hole in defence | Trump’s crypto billions | Serena Williams out of Wimbledona UK defence funding “black hole” in the new investment plan; a US Supreme Court ruling against Trump’s birthright citizenship ban; Trump’s reported crypto earnings and scrutiny; UK energy price cap…1 Jul 2026 · 10 min · 5 chapters
Why Burnham’s housebuilding boom is doomedA critique of Andy Burnham’s housing plans, arguing that ambitious targets risk failing due to structural constraints in the UK construction sector and public finance.30 Jun 2026 · 18 min · 8 chapters
Why British waters are less safe under defence drone plansThe UK’s delayed Defence Investment Plan, shifting from expensive destroyers to smaller “common combat vessels” and large numbers of autonomous drones, and why this may make British waters less safe.29 Jun 2026 · 15 min · 13 chapters
Why the King's tax return leaves unanswered questionsThe episode argues that King Charles’s published tax return still leaves major unanswered questions about how much he truly earns and how his finances work.26 Jun 2026 · 15 min · 7 chapters
Why we're in the dark on defence under Andy BurnhamThe episode argues the UK is “in the dark” about Andy Burnham’s defence plans and warns that current policy is underfunded for a “wars of national survival” era.25 Jun 2026 · 18 min · 6 chapters
Why is the UK feeling the heat more than ever?UK heatwave impacts and why this summer’s extreme heat is worsening, focusing on humidity, “heat dome” weather patterns, and climate change’s role in raising baseline temperatures.24 Jun 2026 · 23 min · 9 chapters
Why Brexit will define Burnham’s relationship with EuropeHow Brexit shapes UK politics and economics, and what a potential Andy Burnham premiership would mean for UK-EU relations—especially amid stalled reset talks, lingering economic “drag,” and EU…23 Jun 2026 · 21 min · 12 chapters
Why did Keir Starmer resign as Prime Minister?Why Keir Starmer resigned as UK Prime Minister, and a retrospective analysis of what went wrong politically during his short tenure.22 Jun 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Why Serena Williams is taking another shot at WimbledonSerena Williams’ return to tennis and what it means for Wimbledon, her legacy, and her motivations.19 Jun 2026 · 20 min · 7 chapters