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The Standard

The Evening Standard

From our headquarters intheheart of London,TheStandard podcastsetstheagenda.Top news insiders discussthepressure-points oftheday’s topics. Hear unrivalled insight on politics, culture, going out, sport, and fashion, with award-winning journalists and celebrity guests.Join us Monday to Friday at 4pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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13:25

Why house prices are dropping in UK but rising in London

The Standard ·

2024/04/05

This edition of The Standard podcast examines the current state of London’s property market - from the top of the ‘prime’ action, to areas attracting first-time buyers.What factors are impacting decision-making, and is it possible to negotiate anything resembling a bargain right now?The latest Halifax figures show an average UK drop in property prices of almost £3,000 per transaction - but in London, Nationwide says prices are up 1.2 per cent. Why?We’re joined by Alex Goldstein, managing director of

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19:02

Jonathan Haidt: What has social media done to our...

The Standard ·

2024/04/04

In this preview of our Brave New World series, Evgeny Lebedev talks to Jonathan Haidt. Together they look at the impact of tech and social media on the child and adolescent brain. Jonathan's new book, 'The Anxious Generation' is available now. To hear the whole interview, search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' on your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:02

How National Insurance tax cut impacts you

The Standard ·

2024/04/03

The Standard podcast is in Westminster as we focus on the critical pound in our pocket.The Evening Standard’s reports that disposable income for households in the capital is set to rise by a meagre £110 on average this year’ with National Insurance cuts and stealth taxes.But South East England will be the hardest hit by the combination of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s fiscal changes.Plus, Professor Tony Travers, of the London School of Economics, warns the Tories risk a “near death experience” in London

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10:01

Could London’s bus Superloop help beat train strikes?

The Standard ·

2024/04/02

London’s ‘Superloop’ spans some 85 miles of road - just 30 miles shy of the length of the M25.Now, a new south London section of the capital’s orbital bus network is being proposed by Labour Mayor Sadiq Khan - but his Tory rival, Susan Hall, says Khan should focus on delivering an unfunded £10 billion Bakerloo line extension.It comes as commuters brace for days of fresh travel misery as a wave of train and Underground strikes were announced.For the latest, Mark Blunden’s joined on this episode

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13:56

Mayoral election: London’s knife crime epidemic

The Standard ·

2024/04/01

Mayor Sadiq Khan’s critics say he’s failed to get a grip on London’s knife crime epidemic - so, what more can be done?In this episode of Who Wants to be a London Mayor, Hamish MacBain is joined by Evening Standard crime correspondent Anthony France.Their discussion includes the Labour mayor’s record on law and order, his Tory rival Susan Hall’s policies, police numbers, and the effectiveness of stop and search.We also feature a special investigation and film commissioned by ES Magazine focussing on

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19:25

Ben Greenfield: The Human Guinea Pig (Brave New World...

The Standard ·

2024/03/28

What is biohacking and are you already doing it without realising? Evgeny spends a day with the ‘world’s fittest man’, Ben Greenfield, to learn how exercise, diet and light contribute to wellness. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:38

Fears over ‘uninvestable’ London stock market

The Standard ·

2024/03/27

Is the City’s status as a leading financial centre under threat?There are fears over the London stock market as more major companies are tipped to leave.A huge gap in the value of similar companies in London and New York is putting pressure on chief executives to switch their listing - something that could be devastating to the capital.The Standard’s Financial Editor, Simon English, shares his analysis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:22

Julian Assange extradition ruling: What happens now?

The Standard ·

2024/03/26

Looks like we’re going to have to wait a little longer to find out what will happen to Julian Assange.The Wikileaks founder faces a delay to the decision on whether he can bring an appeal against his extradition to the US. However, UK judges did block his immediate transfer for trial on hacking and espionage charges.The Standard’s courts correspondent, Tristan Kirk, explains the ruling and where things go from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:14

Young London has some questions for the mayor

The Standard ·

2024/03/25

Hamish MacBain visits London Youth, a charity running for 135 years, in episode four of Who Wants to be a London Mayor.He meets with Hanna, 18, and Elizabeth, 17, who are members of their youth board, and asks what young Londoners want from their next mayor.The charity worked with Partnership For Young London on their Young Londoners’ Manifesto 2024, which includes a series of requests for the London Mayor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:58

Theo Paphitis (How to be a CEO)

The Standard ·

2024/03/23

Kickstarting a season of shows looking at the SME market, we speak to Theo Paphitis, the former Dragon's Den star whose retail group includes companies like Ryman Stationery, Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue and London Graphic Centre. He's also the man behind the phenomenally popular Small Business Sunday network, which he started from his kitchen table in 2010. Search How to be a CEO or hit this link, to hear the full episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:23

New poll on Sadiq’s performance as MP plans ULEZ revolt

The Standard ·

2024/03/22

Sadiq Khan 24 points ahead of main rival Susan Hall. But poll suggests majority of Londoners believe mayor’s done badly on crime, homelessness and housing. The bill designed to reverse the ULEZ expansion gets second reading. Our Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford explains why the poll results are bitter-sweet for Sadiq Khan, and why MP Graham Johnson’s ULEZ result is more about point-scoring than real action. In this episode:Why the latest poll may be bitter-sweet for Sadiq KhanWhat MP

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10:41

London’s council tax bombshell: £2,000 annual bills...

The Standard ·

2024/03/21

Wandsworth council tax the lowest in London at £961-a-year. Neighbouring Kingston taxes residents the most at £2,374. Just how badly are councils struggling? Are Sadiq Khan’s tax hikes behind the latest rise? Our Local Democracy Reporter Noah Vickers explains the capital’s council tax rises, and discusses what needs to be done to better support local authorities in London. In this episode:Are many London councils struggling financially?Why is there such a disparity between local authorities' tax

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13:45

Inflation drops to 3.4%: how long before we're all...

The Standard ·

2024/03/20

Fastest 12-month fall in inflation since 1978. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt hints at further National Insurance cuts. When will the Bank of England cut interest rates? Financial journalist Michael Hunter explains how significant the latest drop in inflation is, and what it means for our pockets. In this episode:How significant is this drop in inflation?What has caused it?How soon could the BoE cut interest rates?Why falling inflation doesn’t mean an imminent drop in pricesFollow us on X or on Threads

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12:34

Why Sir Keir Starmer’s shied away from Sadiq Khan’s...

The Standard ·

2024/03/19

Sadiq’s calls for rent controls in the capital. Labour leader fails to directly back ULEZ expansion. Will Keir and Sadiq need better synergy to win their respective elections? Our Local Democracy Reporter Noah Vickers discusses his interview with Sadiq Khan and Sir Keir Starmer at the mayor's re-election campaign launch on Monday, and considers whether they will need better synergy to win their respective elections. In this episode:Noah’s key take-aways from Sadiq’s re-election campaign launchIs

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14:09

Polls suggest mayoral election is a done deal. Is it?

The Standard ·

2024/03/18

In episode three of the mayoral election series, ES Magazine’s Deputy Editor, Hamish MacBain, asks is this year's election a done deal?Hamish is joined by Ross Lydall, our City Hall Editor & Transport Editor, and Noah Vickers, our Local Democracy Reporter to discuss the polls, Sadiq Khan's popularity, and his main rival Conservative candidate Susan Hall.Ross & Noah also discuss the prospect of the other candidates causing a stir, and whether votes for them could impact Sadiq's bid for an

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10:16

Ola Ince on Othello at The Globe (The Standard...

The Standard ·

2024/03/16

Our chief theatre critic meets director Ola Ince at The Globe for her new revival of Othello and she tells him why she decided to relocate the Shakespeare tragedy from 16th century Venice to the Metropolitan Police of the present day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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17:22

Six Nations Super Saturday: Lawrence Dallaglio and...

The Standard ·

2024/03/15

In highlights from the Evening Standard’s Rugby Podcast, Lawrence Dallaglio is joined by former Ireland centre, Gordon D’Arcy, to review England’s Six Nations win over the defending champions in a magnificent game at Twickenham, as the pair also look ahead to Super Saturday and the final round of the tournament. Plus Steve Cording and Nick Purewal from the Evening Standard are on hand to debate the predicted winners and losers and offer insights into the progress of the home nations.To hear the full

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20:02

Bryan Johnson: Turning Back Time (Brave New World...

The Standard ·

2024/03/14

Evgeny meets ‘anti-ageing poster boy’ Bryan Johnson, the entrepreneur whose ‘Project Blueprint’ aims to extend the human lifespan. He also talks to the 46-year-old’s doctor Oliver Zolman, who details how they’re approaching a controversial area of emerging science. To hear the whole episode search 'Brave New World Evening Standard' in your podcast provider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:02

Joe Biden vs Donald Trump presidential election rematch

The Standard ·

2024/03/13

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have both secured their parties’ nominations to seal the first White House election rematch in almost 70 years.Both candidates dominated Tuesday’s primaries in swing-state Georgia, deep-red Mississippi and Democratic-leaning Washington.The Standard podcast examines the issues set to frame this blockbuster 2024 race for the White House.Insight with Evening Standard deputy political editor Jitendra Joshi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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10:49

Royal transparency, privacy & Kate’s photo gaffe...

The Standard ·

2024/03/12

The Princess of Wales is said to be “saddened” over the doctored photo which has engulfed the royal family in controversy.Kate has publicly taken the blame for the manipulated image released by Kensington Palace and issued a personal apology for the “confusion”.In this episode of the Standard podcast, we’ll examine what happened, why it’s hit the front pages and balancing privacy with transparency of the royal family’s business.Kate underwent surgery at the London Clinic on January 16, but details

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