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The BBC"s daily news podcast, Newscast dives into the day"s big stories so you"re never out of your depth.Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you"re ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond.Newscast is hosted by trusted journalists including Adam Fleming, BBC Political Editor Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O"Connell. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds

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40:45

Electioncast: David Dimbleby on Election Night Fever

Newscast ·

2024/07/03

On the last full day of campaigning, legendary broadcaster David Dimbleby joins Newscast.Adam, David and Alex discuss the issues the country faces whoever wins the election, what to expect on Thursday night and what David really thinks about exit polls…Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Miranda Slade, Gemma Roper and Sam Mclaren The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant

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37:27

Electioncast: Chris' Pit Stop and Policy Station

Newscast ·

2024/07/02

Today, we look at the final days of campaigning and what the parties’ plans are for the NHS and cost of living.Adam is joined by Chris Mason from the campaign trail as he’s been speaking to Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak, and they chat about how to cover the final days of a General Election campaign.And we take a look at some of the key policy areas that matter to voters with the BBC’s Health Editor Hugh Pym and Cost of Living correspondent Colletta Smith. You can search all the party positions on

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30:58

Electioncast: Getting The Message?!

Newscast ·

2024/07/01

Today, Adam is joined by Laura and Henry to look at the final 72 hours until the exit poll. It’s three days to go until the election and the parties are scattered across the country. But what are the key messages they’ll be repeating, up until they all go quiet on polling day? And what’s the strategy behind those stunts and slogans?And we hear from Newscasters who want to know the key moments to watch out for on election night. And, more Remoter Voters - including our highest voter yet?!You can join

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30:21

Electioncast: Sunak and Labour's Final Sunday Pitch

Newscast ·

2024/06/30

On today’s episode, Laura talks with Paddy and Henry about her interview with Rishi Sunak this morning, in which the PM came out fighting once again.Labour’s campaign chief Pat McFadden was also on her show. They discuss why it was him, and not Keir Starmer.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg, Paddy O’Connell and Henry

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33:16

Electioncast: The Run In

Newscast ·

2024/06/29

Today, in this podcast recorded live for Radio 4, Adam, Laura and Paddy talk about what we can expect from the final few days of campaigning.They also discuss whether the Reform campaign has been blown off course by evidence of racism in Clacton.Plus we look back at the moments in history that have defined campaigns gone by.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It

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40:54

Electioncast: Sunak’s Response to Racial Slur

Newscast ·

2024/06/28

Today we look at Rishi Sunak saying he was "hurt" and "angry" after a Reform UK canvasser used a racist term to describe him.Adam is in Glasgow with Newsnight’s Kirsty Wark and Nick Watt to discuss the Conservative Leader’s response and to answer some of your questions.And Marianna Spring is back with the UK Undercover Voters to look at the influence young people are having on social media during the general election. You can join our Newscast online community here:

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35:24

Electioncast: The End Is In Sight…

Newscast ·

2024/06/27

Today marks one week until the end of the 2024 General Election campaign - so we’re looking back at the defining moments so far.Adam is joined by Lucy Fisher, Financial Times’ Whitehall Editor, John Stevens, The Mirror’s Political Editor, and Ben Riley-Smith, The Telegraph’s Political Editor. They discuss the moments they’ll remember from this General Election, as well as what they hear about plans being drawn up for what could happen after the results are in. Apply to join us on election night:

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29:26

Electioncast: Sunak vs Starmer (The Final Debate!)

Newscast ·

2024/06/26

Today, Newscast are in the spin room at the BBC Prime Ministerial Debate. Adam is joined by Laura and Chris for the final big set piece moment of the campaign.Apply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighterYou can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Gemma

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78:25

Electioncast: The BBC Prime Ministerial Debate (In...

Newscast ·

2024/06/26

Presented by Mishal Husain, listen to the BBC Prime Ministerial debate in full with the leader of Conservatives Rishi Sunak and the leader of the Labour party Sir Keir Starmer. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Read less

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40:24

When It Hits The Fan x The Today Podcast x Newscast

Newscast ·

2024/06/25

Three podcasts, one question: How influential is the media on the election?Newscast, The Today Podcast and When It Hits The Fan are coming together for a special election episode. Hosts from all three podcasts will discuss the role of the media in this summer's political campaign. Do newspapers still matter to political campaigns? Do the TV debates change people’s minds? And how much impact is social media really having?The episode features Adam Fleming, Amol Rajan, Alex Forsyth, Marianna Spring,

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17:30

Electioncast: Tory Candidates Suspended!

Newscast ·

2024/06/25

Today we look at the new that the Conservative Party has withdrawn support from Craig Williams and Laura Saunders, who are being looked into over alleged election betting. Williams, the candidate in Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr, and Saunders, the candidate in Bristol North West, are being looked into by the Gambling CommissionAnd more Remoter Voters!Apply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighterYou can join our Newscast online community here:

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36:08

Electioncast: Taxation Trilemmas

Newscast ·

2024/06/24

Today, we look at the Conservative Party’s internal betting inquiry and whether the main parties have “ducked” addressing stark choices over public finances.Adam, Chris and Alex chat about the accusation by the Institute for Fiscal Studies that the Conservatives and Labour are engaging in a “conspiracy of silence” over the state of public finances. Also, Rishi Sunak says the Conservative Party is carrying out internal inquiries “in parallel” with the gambling commission.And BBC Ireland correspondent

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27:49

Electioncast: Rwanda policy 'is crap’ says Tory...

Newscast ·

2024/06/23

Today, Laura, Paddy and Henry discuss how the government is responding to comments from a Tory candidate made at a private event in April, describing the Rwanda policy as ‘crap’.James Sunderland, who’s also a Home Office aide, went on to say the policy will deter migrants from trying to enter the UK by crossing the Channel.Laura’s been talking to the Home Secretary James Cleverly about it on her show.They also discuss an update in the alleged election date betting story.Apply to join us on election

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31:12

Electioncast: What're the Odds? Alleged Election...

Newscast ·

2024/06/22

Today, in this podcast recorded live on Radio 4, we’re looking at claims about betting on the election date, and Laura’s been given an internal Labour memo to candidates with warnings about undecided voters.Adam, Paddy and Laura also look at the SNP manifesto and what Nigel Farage has called Reform UK’s ‘contract with the people’.Apply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighterYou can join our Newscast online community here:

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27:41

Electioncast: Q+A with AF+LK

Newscast ·

2024/06/21

Today, we answer your election questions.Adam and Laura answer your questions on PR, election fatigue and much more as part of Your Voice, Your Vote.And watch Shania Twain’s special message for Chris Mason -https://x.com/BBCSounds/status/1804162152506315127To learn more about Your Voice, Your vote - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cz440j1x4xnoApply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighterYou can join our Newscast online community here:

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31:56

Electioncast: Question Time Leaders Debate (Analysis!)

Newscast ·

2024/06/20

Today, Question Time has been to York for four leaders of the main political parties to answer questions from a live audience. Adam is joined by Chris Mason and Alex Forsyth who have been watching from the spin room in York as Rishi Sunak, Sir Keir Starmer, John Swinney and Sir Ed Davey were grilled by the audience. Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Elliot Ryder. The technical

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23:29

Leader Profiles: Nigel Farage

Newscast ·

2024/06/20

This bonus episode of Newscast is a profile of the leader of Reform UK Nigel Farage. Adam and Alex are joined by Alex Phillips, broadcaster and former Brexit Party MEP, to chronicle his early life and political career. They discuss his time as a stockbroker, his role in the Brexit referendum, plus why the pub is his preferred place to campaign. This episode is part of a series where Newscast profiles each of the leaders of major political parties.Rishi Sunak:

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22:06

Leader Profiles: Rhun ap Iorwerth

Newscast ·

2024/06/20

This bonus episode of Newscast is a profile of the leader of Plaid Cymru, Rhun ap Iorwerth.Adam is joined by Teleri Glyn Jones, political reporter for BBC Wales, and Dafydd Trystan, former chair of Plaid Cymru, to chronicle Rhun's early life and political career. They discuss his love of music, his move from journalism to politics, and what he has done to transform his party.This episode is part of a series where Newscast profiles each of the leaders of major political parties.Rishi Sunak:

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22:32

Leader Profiles: Adrian Ramsay and Carla Denyer

Newscast ·

2024/06/20

This bonus episode of Newscast is a profile of the co-leaders of the Green Party, Adrian Ramsay and Carla Denyer. Adam is joined by Paul Barltrop, BBC West Political Editor, and Rupert Read, co-director of The Climate Majority Project, to chronicle their early lives and political careers. They discuss how they became involved with environmentalism, their careers before politics and how the co-leaders were matched together. This episode is part of a series where Newscast profiles each of the leaders

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27:55

Electioncast: The SNP Manifesto + LIVE in Birmingham!

Newscast ·

2024/06/19

Today, we look at the SNP manifesto launch, where John Swinney focuses on future independence talks with the UK government. Adam is in Birmingham with Newsnight’s Victoria Derbyshire and Nick Watt, they are joined by James Cook who’s covering the SNP manifesto launch in Edinburgh. And they discuss Newsnight’s focus on the NHS, plus the news that Rishi Sunak's protection officer has been arrested over alleged election date bets. You can join our Newscast online community here:

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