Emily Maitlis, Jon Sopel and Lewis Goodall – three of the UK’s top journalists – host an award-winning daily news podcast: The News Agents. They’re not just here to tell you what's happening, but why. Expect astute analysis and explanation of the day's news – and a healthy dose of scepticism and the ability to laugh at it all when needed. Episodes are available every weekday afternoon. You can listen to The News Agents on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play The News Agents" The News Agents is a Global Player Original podcast. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com You can visit our website here https://www.thenewsagents.co.uk/
What this show covers
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What listeners will find here
Polanski’s by-election defeat raises big questions for the Greens
Polanski’s failed by-election bid in Keir Starmer’s former seat becomes a test of his leadership and the Greens’ wider appeal. The episode looks at the result, the party’s economic credibility, internal tensions, and what comes next.
Nedum Onuoha on Man City’s storm, spending rules, and a huge weekend
Manchester City’s financial case and its fallout take center stage as Nedum Onuoha discusses how it has changed his relationship with the club. The episode also weighs the pressure on City’s players, possible fixes to Premier League spending rules, and the stakes for United, Spurs, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Trump’s Texas rally raises a bigger question: is he starting to unravel?
Donald Trump’s latest Texas rally, disrupted by hecklers and packed with inaccurate claims, becomes a test of whether his campaign is slipping into panic mode before the midterms. The episode also features Emily’s interview with Evan Gershkovich about his 16 months in a Russian jail.
Kemi Badenoch takes aim at Reform as Tory strategy shifts rightward
Kemi Badenoch’s conference speech put Reform in the crosshairs, using her family story to reject what she called ethno-nationalism on the right. The episode looks at whether that attack broadens her appeal or shows a party still misreading its own popularity.
A campus rape case, leaked messages, and the politics of public sympathy
This episode examines the Cornell University rape case, including allegations that a woman who consented to sex with one man was then raped by seven others. It also looks at newly released phone transcripts, the spread of her 'availability' on a frat Snapchat group, and how Donald Trump has shaped the national reaction.
