Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Media Show: Is this the TikTok election?
This week we look at Big Tech and its role in a crucial election year around the world. Baroness Martha Lane Fox, who sat on the board of X (formerly…
2 years, 3 months ago
Unspun World: How has the Russia-China relationship changed?
John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines how the relationship between Russia and China has…
2 years, 3 months ago
The Media Show: Reporting ringside at Usyk v Fury
On Saturday, Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury to become boxing's undisputed heavyweight champion. The high-profile match was held in the Kingdom Arena …
2 years, 3 months ago
Unspun World: Why are US-Israel relations at an historic low?
John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's range of experts across the world, analyses why Israel’s government is deliberately flouting the wishes of…
2 years, 3 months ago
The Media Show: Netflix and the Baby Reindeer Fallout
Baby Reindeer is the Netflix drama that purports to be a true story – but a woman has come forward to say it’s based on her, and that she’s been tota…
2 years, 3 months ago
The Global Jigsaw: How China sees itself in Africa
“China is not buying Africa, it is building Africa” is the view from Beijing. How is this landing with local audiences? There have been hints of a co…
2 years, 3 months ago
Unspun World: What is Israel's plan for Gaza?
John Simpson, in discussion with the BBC's unparalleled range of experts across the world, examines what Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan for Gaza is now, l…
2 years, 3 months ago
The Media Show: Reporting the US campus protests
US university campuses have been the scene of pro-Palestinian demonstrations over the last month. We assess the challenges of reporting the protests …
2 years, 4 months ago
What is the dark web?
The secret club which keeps illegal content hidden, using encryption and anonymisation tools. But can it also be a force for good? The dark web is a …
2 years, 4 months ago
The Global Jigsaw: Turkey's foothold in Africa
A dive into the narratives surrounding Turkey’s ambitions in Africa, where Ankara is touting itself as a “non-colonising” alternative to Western powe…
2 years, 4 months ago