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Today in Focus, page 18
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 18
Is the far right hijacking Christianity?In this episode, the discussion revolves around whether US-style Christian politics are taking root in the UK, featuring insights from Lamorna Ash, author of "Don't Forget We're Here Forever: A New…12 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Why is Trump attacking Venezuelan boats? – The LatestWhy is Trump attacking Venezuelan boats? – The Latest11 Dec 2025 · 11 min
Pete Hegseth unleashes his ‘warrior culture’ on the worldPete Hegseth unleashes his ‘warrior culture’ on the world11 Dec 2025 · 30 min
Will weakening human rights really stop the far right? – The LatestIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosted by Lucy Hough, the discussion focuses on the pressing issue of human rights reform in Europe, particularly in light of Keir Starmer's recent calls for…10 Dec 2025 · 12 min
The social media ban for kids: Australia’s world-first experimentThe social media ban for kids: Australia’s world-first experiment10 Dec 2025 · 29 min
Netflix v Paramount: Trump wades into Warner Bros battle – The LatestNetflix v Paramount: Trump wades into Warner Bros battle – The Latest9 Dec 2025 · 10 min
Palantir: the world’s ‘scariest company’?Today in Focus offers insightful journalism from The Guardian, combining reporting, analysis, and personal testimony to deepen the understanding of current events.9 Dec 2025 · 29 min
Trump turns on Europe: will he pull support for Ukraine? - The LatestTrump turns on Europe: will he pull support for Ukraine? - The Latest8 Dec 2025 · 11 min
Is AI a bubble that’s about to pop?In this episode of Today in Focus, hosted by Nosheen Iqbal, the discussion revolves around the potential risks associated with the significant investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and whether…8 Dec 2025 · 24 min
Eurovision in crisis? Israel’s inclusion causes rift – The LatestEurovision in Crisis? Israel’s Inclusion Causes Rift – The Latest5 Dec 2025 · 11 min
The World Cup’s Maga makeoverIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, Guardian sportswriter Jonathan Liew discusses how FIFA and Donald Trump have built a relationship, and why this might have future repercussions when the World Cup…5 Dec 2025 · 27 min
Can Farage survive racism and antisemitism allegations? – The LatestA podcast from the Guardian that combines on-the-ground reporting, analysis, and personal testimony related to significant news stories.4 Dec 2025 · 10 min
Zack Polanski on the Green party boomIn this episode, Nosheen Iqbal discusses the recent surge in Green Party membership under the leadership of Zack Polanski.4 Dec 2025 · 31 min
Is Putin about to go to war with Europe? – The LatestIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosted by Lucy Hough, Guardian foreign correspondent Luke Harding discusses the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, the stalled peace negotiations, and…3 Dec 2025 · 13 min
The 27-year-old white supremacist radicalising MAGAIn this episode, the podcast delves into the rising influence of Nick Fuentes, a self-described white nationalist, within the Republican Party and the broader landscape of American conservatism.3 Dec 2025 · 28 min
Juries out? Why Labour is scrapping some jury trials – The LatestJuries out? Why Labour is scrapping some jury trials2 Dec 2025 · 12 min
Your Party: leaderless or just hopeless?This episode of *Today in Focus* features discussions surrounding the inaugural conference of the newly formed political party known as "Your Party." Hosted by Helen Pidd, the episode includes…2 Dec 2025 · 26 min
Has Rachel Reeves been economical with the truth? – The LatestThe podcast episode discusses the recent controversy surrounding Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer in the UK, who faces accusations of misleading the public about the economic outlook in…1 Dec 2025 · 10 min
The Iranian women defying the lawA morning edition by The Guardian that combines on-the-ground reporting, analysis, and personal testimonies.1 Dec 2025 · 28 min
The NGO worker on trial for people-smuggling in LesbosIn this episode of *Today in Focus*, hosted by Annie Kelly, the focus is on Sean Binder, a humanitarian worker on trial in Greece for alleged people-smuggling while volunteering with refugees in…28 Nov 2025 · 32 min
Mansions, milkshakes and the minimum wage: Labour’s 2025 budgetMansions, Milkshakes and the Minimum Wage: Labour’s 2025 Budget27 Nov 2025 · 25 min
The frantic push to bring peace to UkraineToday in Focus brings listeners closer to the Guardian's journalism with on-the-ground reporting, insightful analysis, and personal testimonies regarding the pressing stories of the day.26 Nov 2025 · 25 min
How Nigel Farage’s ‘right-hand man’ in Europe was unmasked as a traitorHow Nigel Farage’s ‘right-hand man’ in Europe was unmasked as a traitor25 Nov 2025 · 30 min
‘Enshittification’: how we got the internet no one asked forHelen Pidd, Nosheen Iqbal, Annie Kelly24 Nov 2025 · 24 min