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The Sensemaker from The Observer - one story every day to make sense of the world.Subscribe to The Observer today and get access to: Our podcasts before anyone else A daily edition, curated by our editors 7 days a week Puzzles from the inventors of the cryptic crossword Recipes for every occasionFree tickets to join Observer events in our newsroom or onlineClick here to subscribe today for just £1 for your first month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:17

What does Andrew’s arrest mean for the royal family?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/20

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as prince Andrew, has become the first member of the royal family since Charles I.Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Amalie Sortland and Ada BaruméEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:53

Is Canada doing enough to stop gun violence?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/19

After the deadly mass shooting at a school in British Columbia last week, gun control in Canada is under scrutiny.Host: Ada BaruméWriter: Amalie SortlandProducer: Jess SwinburneEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Poppy Bullard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:52

The drug 500 times as strong as heroin

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/18

According to a King’s College London report published last week the UK has been underreporting nitazene-related deaths by up to a third. Why has the UK become a hotspot for the extremely potent opioid?Writer: Jonathan LewisProducer: Jonathan LewisHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:15

Why won’t it stop raining?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/17

Some areas of the UK have faced their wettest winters on record.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:04

China’s new wave of crackdowns on pro-democracy...

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/16

The recent sentencing of activist Jimmy Lai and the conviction of the father of activist Anna Kwok in the same week marks a new phase in China’s crackdown on activists. How far is Beijing prepared to go to silence dissent?Writer: Jess SwinburneProducer: Jess SwinburnePhotography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:40

Can the royals distance themselves from Andrew?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/13

The recent release of Epstein files has sparked a fresh crisis over former Prince Andrew’s links to Jeffrey Epstein.Host: Casey MagloireWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Sofia FentonExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:08

The UK’s million pound illegal waste problem

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2026/02/12

Last week an illegal waste dump was found on the outskirts of Liverpool. It’s believed to be one of the biggest of its kind ever found in the UK. But who is behind it?Writer: Jonathan LewisProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:15

Why are so many people trapped by student debt?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/11

Why the rising cost of repaying student debt could become a big problem for the government?Host: Casey MagloireWriter: Amalie SortlandProducer: Jonathan LewisEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:13

The politics behind Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/10

On Sunday night, one of the biggest stars in the world took over the Super Bowl Halftime show, but why was it so controversial?Writer: Casey MagloireProducer: Jess SwinburneHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:33

Why are the social media giants on trial?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/09

Top social media companies are facing allegations of designing their websites to be addictive. As the first case goes to trial, what is at stake?Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Madeleine ParrEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:00

Why does the Peter Mandelson scandal threaten to...

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/06

The fallout from Peter Mandelson's friendship with Jeffrey Epstein is putting Prime Minister Keir Starmer under increasing pressure.Host: Ada BaruméWriter & Producer: Matt RussellEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:08

Why is surrogacy controversial?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/05

There is a growing demand for surrogacy despite debates surrounding the ethics of it.Host: Casey MagloireWriter & Producer: Amalie SortlandEpisode Photography: Joe MeeExecutive producer: Matt Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:34

Will we see driverless cars on the streets of London...

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/04

Waymo plans to roll out its driverless taxi service in London by the end of this year. But there are still obstacles the company needs to overcome to put autonomous vehicles on the road.Writer: Jonathan LewisProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:09

What’s holding up the assisted dying bill?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/03

The assisted dying bill could be thrown out if it is not passed in the House of Lords by the end of this parliamentary session. Why is it taking so long to be voted through?Writer: Ada BaruméProducer: Jonathan LewisHost: Casey Magloire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:22

Are British pubs dying?

Sensemaker ·

2026/02/02

Pub-owners and Landlords have been campaigning for more action from the government since last November’s budget when changes to business rates were announced.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Joe MeeExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:18

The battle for the heart of chess

Sensemaker ·

2026/01/30

Since the pandemic, online chess has seen an unprecedented rise in popularity. Now tensions are rising between new personalities and an old guard who want to protect the game’s traditional format. Writer & Producer: Jonathan LewisHost: Ada BarumeEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Gary Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:41

Is Trump scaling back ICE’s operations in Minnesota?

Sensemaker ·

2026/01/29

After a second civilian is killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis, pressure is mounting for a formal investigation into the shooting. Trump has recalled the senior border patrol commander in charge of the operation in Minneapolis, but does this represent a real scaling back of immigration enforcement in Minnesota?Writer: Madeleine ParrProducer: Madeleine ParrHost: Ada BaruméEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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9:31

Will the Iranian regime survive?

Sensemaker ·

2026/01/28

After widespread protests in Iran, the regime has reasserted control. Now, evidence showing the scale of the violence is starting to emerge. With America threatening military attack, will the Iranian regime be able to survive?Writer: Serena CesareoProducer: Amalie SortlandHost: Ada BaruméExecutive Producer: Gary Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:41

Will Donald Trump’s Board of Peace bring stability to...

Sensemaker ·

2026/01/27

Some 60 countries have been invited to join the Board, and each would have to pay a billion dollars if they want to become permanent members. Trump will be its inaugural Chairman, a position he can hold for life.Writer: Poppy BullardProducer: Poppy BullardHost: Casey MagloireEpisode photography: Sofia FentonExecutive Producer: Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:03

Could social media be banned for under 16s in the UK?

Sensemaker ·

2026/01/26

With a vote of support in the house of Lords, the government is under increasing pressure to ban social media for under 16s. But will Keir Starmer back a ban?Writer:Ada BaruméProducer:Ada BaruméHost: Casey Magloire : Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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