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Sensemaker

The Sensemaker from The Observer - one story every day to make sense of the world.To find out more about The Observer:Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentHead to our websiteobserver.co.ukDownload the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalistsIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contacthello@tortoisemedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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6:28

Can a new drug help us to live longer?

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2025/07/25

The pharmaceutical industry is pursuing what some consider to be the holy grail: developing and licensing the first drug that slows the body's natural aging process.Writer: Jon Ungoed-ThomasProducer: Casey MagloireHost: Tomini BabsExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:02

Can Donald Trump deport more than a million...

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2025/07/24

The Trump administration is setting the stage for what might become the largest deportation of illegal immigrants in US history. Can it succeed?Writer: Stephen ArmstrongProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Casey MagloireTo find out more about The Observer:Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentHead to our website observer.co.ukDownload the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalistsIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story,

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7:50

How did Volodomyr Zelensky’s choice of clothing spark...

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2025/07/23

How Ukraine’s president, Volodomyr Zelensky, sparked a $200 million dollar crypto bet and an online rebellion through his choice of clothing.Writer: Bex SanderProducer: Katie GunningHost: Ada BarumeEditor: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:42

What does the Afghan data leak mean for the 18,000...

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2025/07/21

In 2022, a UK Special Forces official accidentally leaked the names of over 18,000 Afghan nationals, British special forces operatives and MI6 agents, putting thousands of lives at risk if the information fell into the wrong hands.Writer: James TapperProducer: Jonathan LewisHost: Ada Barume Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:59

Why are sportswomen facing more abuse than ever?

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2025/07/21

Women’s sports stars are receiving more abuse than men, but can’t afford to leave social media.The interview with Katie Boulter is from BBC Sports.Writer: Jessica HaydenProducer: Amalie SortlandExecutive producer: Rebecca MoorePhotography: Alex Jones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:49

Why is Trump splitting with MAGA over Epstein?

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2025/07/18

President Trump has spent his political career promoting conspiracy theories for electoral gain, now he’s trying to shut down one of the most enduring of the lot.Writer: Fred HarterProducer: Jonathan LewisHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Alex JonesExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:04

What next for pro-Gaza protests?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/17

Since the government proscribed Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, dozens of people across the country have been arrested on suspicion of terror offences, for allegedly supporting the group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:46

Why are rape cases collapsing?

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2025/07/16

Hundreds of victims and witnesses are walking away from rape cases before they reach trial.Writer: Jon SimpsonProducer: Ada BaruméHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:04

Why did Elon Musk’s Grok praise Hitler?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/15

X’s, formerly Twitter, chatbot Grok has been churning far-right sentiments.Writer: Stephen ArmstrongProducer: Amalie SortlandExecutive producer: Matt RussellPhotography: Joe Mee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:25

How do you fight mosquitos with mosquitos?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/14

Scientists in Hawaii are using drones to drop millions of genetically modified mosquitoes across the archipelago, with the hope that it will help protect animals on the brink of extinction.Read Benji Jones' article on why mosquitoes are being dropped from drones in Hawaii HERERead more about the charity - Birds, Not Mosquitoes - HERE Writer: Casey MagloireProducer: Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Rebecca MoorePhotography: Joe Mee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:47

Why did Christian Horner leave Red Bull’s F1 team?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/11

Formula One’s longest serving team principal has been sacked.Writer: Casey MagloireProducer: Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Rebecca MoorePhotography: Joe MeeAdditional Production: Poppy Bullard and Amalie Sortland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:58

Does Donald Trump support Ukraine?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/10

After unexpectedly pausing military aid to Ukraine last week, the US administration has once again reversed its decision.Writer: Nina KuryataProducer: Ada BaruméExecutive producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:28

Could this be the end of police racial profiling in...

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/09

Europe’s top human rights court ruled that French police unfairly targeted a French citizen of African descent during a stop and search.Writer: Serena CesareoProducer: Serena CasareoHost: Casey MagloireExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:07

Can Labour reduce obesity rates?

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2025/07/08

The NHS is undergoing a revolution, with health secretary Wes Streeting determined that his new 10-year plan launched last week will shift NHS care from hospitals to neighborhood health centres.Writer: Jon Ungoed-thomasProducer: Matt RussellHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Alex JonesExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:29

The real Salt Path

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2025/07/07

Penniless and homeless, the Winns found fame and fortune with the story of their 630-mile walk to salvation. We can reveal that the truth behind it is very differentWriter: Rebecca Moore with reporting from Chloe Hadjimatheou.Producer: Rebecca MooreHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Ceri Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:25

What happened in the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/04

The 8-week trial has concluded and the former media mogul has been found guilty of two federal charges and is now facing time in prison.Writer and producer: Casey MagloireWith reporting from Stephen Armstrong.Executive producer: Rebecca MoorePhotography: Joe Mee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:29

Why did so many Labour MPs oppose the welfare reform...

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/03

This week the government passed its planned welfare reforms in the House of Commons, despite a sizable backbench rebellion.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Alex JonesExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:01

How did Budapest Pride become a once in a generation...

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2025/07/02

Around 200,000 people attended Budapest pride, defying Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s ban on the event. Why did Pride become the focus of anti-government protests?Writer: Phoebe DavisHost: Casey MagloirePhotography: Alex JonesProducer: Casey MagloireExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:58

Could AI mean the end for influencers?

Sensemaker ·

2025/07/01

Last week, a six-hour livestream hosted by an AI-generated influencer drew 13 million views and generated $7.5 million in sales for Baidu- a Chinese tech company. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:28

The man behind Tattle Life unmasked

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2025/06/30

The founder of the gossip website is now known. Is this a victory for those targeted by the site?Writer: Rachael HealyProducer: Ada BaruméHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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