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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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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?

Sensemaker ·

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?

Sensemaker ·

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

Sensemaker ·

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...

Sensemaker ·

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

Sensemaker ·

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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8:27

Why is Jeff Bezos' wedding sparking protests in Venice?

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/27

Amazon’s billionaire founder is taking over the city for his wedding to Lauren Sanchez.Writer: Stephen ArmstrongProducer: Casey MagloireHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:29

Will the victims of grooming gangs ever get justice?

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/26

The UK government has launched a new inquiry and national criminal investigation into the sexual exploitation of children by grooming gangs.Writer: Jon Ungoed-thomasProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:11

Will France’s new powers stop small boat crossings?

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/25

The French authorities will soon have new powers to intercept small boats carrying asylum seekers across the English Channel, even if they are already at sea.Writer: Serena CesareoProducer: Serena CasareoHost: Tomini BabsExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:37

Can one woman’s legal victory change the future of...

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/24

After years of courtroom battles, campaigner Sarah Finch won a landmark Supreme Court case that could reshape how the UK approves oil, gas and coal projects.Writer: David TaylorProducers: Poppy BullardHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:43

What could happen next after the US bombed Iran?

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/23

Donald Trump ordered the strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran early Sunday morning. He said the US entered the war to stop the threat from “the world’s number one state sponsor of terror”.Writer: Stephen ArmstrongProducer: Rebecca MooreHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Alex JonesExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:30

Will Trump bomb Iran’s nuclear fortress?

Sensemaker ·

2025/06/20

Could Donald Trump order a strike on Iran’s underground nuclear site using a bunker-buster bomb – and what might the consequences be?Writer: Stephen ArmstrongProducers: Jonathan Lewis and Poppy BullardHost: Tomini BabsEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Rebecca Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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