Podcast · 544 episodes
Today in Focus, page 17
by The Guardian · English
Today in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism. Our award-winning morning edition hosted by Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly and Helen Pidd combines on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis and personal testimony from the people at the heart of the stories that matter, to give you a deeper understanding of the world we live in. And to make sense of a rapidly-changing news cycle, our new evening edition 'The Latest' hosted by Lucy Hough, brings you up to speed on the big news story of the day in just 10 minutes. Available on YouTube and all podcast platforms.
All episodes, page 17
Does Trump run Venezuela now?The episode discusses the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by the U.S. military, his subsequent trial in New York, and the implications for Venezuela and the international community.5 Jan 2026 · 28 min · 14 chapters
The Birth Keepers: Death plan – episode sixIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, titled "The Birth Keepers: Death Plan," hosts Shirin Kale and Lucy Osborne delve into the ongoing controversy surrounding the Free Birth Society (FBS) and its…3 Jan 2026 · 43 min · 18 chapters
The Birth Keepers: FBS goes global – episode fiveIn this episode of "The Birth Keepers," hosts Shirin Kale and Lucy Osborne continue their deep investigation into the Free Birth Society (FBS) and its global influence on childbirth practices.2 Jan 2026 · 32 min · 16 chapters
The Birth Keepers: Building an empire – episode fourBuilding an Empire – Episode Four1 Jan 2026 · 43 min · 19 chapters
The Birth Keepers: Journey Moon – episode threeThis episode forms part of a six-part investigation into the tragic story of Lauren Holliday, who, after embracing the Free Birth Society's philosophy, faced devastating outcomes during her…31 Dec 2025 · 35 min · 18 chapters
The Birth Keepers: When Emilee met Yolande – episode twoA morning edition that combines reporting, analysis, and personal testimonials to provide a deeper understanding of significant news stories.30 Dec 2025 · 41 min · 22 chapters
The Birth Keepers: I choose this – episode oneToday in Focus offers insights into important stories through the Guardian's journalism, featuring on-the-ground reporting, analysis, and personal testimonies from those affected by significant…29 Dec 2025 · 37 min · 19 chapters
Revisited: Cringe! Why millennials became so uncoolHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly26 Dec 2025 · 24 min
Revisited: Having a baby with your best mateIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, host Helen Pidd interviews Nicola Slawson about her unconventional decision to have a baby with her best friend, Tom, rather than a romantic partner.25 Dec 2025 · 34 min
How the Guardian reported 2025How the Guardian Reported 202524 Dec 2025 · 28 min
Why Bethlehem is celebrating Christmas againWhy Bethlehem is celebrating Christmas again23 Dec 2025 · 25 min
The moment this year I’ll never forgetHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly22 Dec 2025 · 33 min
What to expect from the Jeffrey Epstein files? – The LatestWhat to expect from the Jeffrey Epstein files? – The Latest19 Dec 2025 · 10 min
Culture 2025: the best in film, TV and musicHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly19 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Deepfakes and pornography: the plan to tackle toxic masculinity – The LatestDeepfakes and pornography: the plan to tackle toxic masculinity – The Latest18 Dec 2025 · 10 min
The Pinochet fan with a Nazi dad: meet Chile’s next presidentThe Pinochet Fan with a Nazi Dad: Meet Chile’s Next President18 Dec 2025 · 23 min
Doctors strike again amid flu crisis – The LatestDoctors Strike Again Amid Flu Crisis17 Dec 2025 · 11 min
Ilhan Omar on Trump’s attacks on Somali-AmericansHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly17 Dec 2025 · 24 min
Trump v BBC: broadcaster to fight back against $10bn lawsuit – The LatestIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosted by Lucy Hough, the discussion centers around the BBC's decision to defend itself against a $10 billion lawsuit filed by former US President Donald Trump.16 Dec 2025 · 10 min
What happened when Reform took powerIn this episode, Helen Pidd discusses the implications of Reform UK's takeover of 10 local councils in England, focusing particularly on Lancashire County Council.16 Dec 2025 · 28 min
Horror and heroism in Bondi: what we know about the antisemitic terror attack – The LatestHorror and heroism in Bondi: what we know about the antisemitic terror attack – The Latest15 Dec 2025 · 10 min
Labubus, TikTok and KPop Demon Hunters: how childhood went east AsianIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, host Nosheen Iqbal discusses the rise of East Asian culture and its impact on childhood experiences globally with guest Jeff Yang, a journalist and expert on…15 Dec 2025 · 27 min
The Birth Keepers: I choose this – episode oneHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly, Lucy Hough (evening edition)13 Dec 2025 · 37 min
Exposed: the business linked to baby deaths across the world – The LatestToday in Focus brings you closer to the Guardian's journalism through on-the-ground reporting and personal testimonies to provide deeper insights into current events.12 Dec 2025 · 12 min