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APR 29

Should all serious crimes be tried by a jury? With Geoffrey Robertson KC

The government is considering dropping juries for certain criminal cases in an attempt to reduce court backlogs. Will this move undermine British justice? In this bumper episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to a vocal opponent to the plans, Geoffrey Robertson KC, former judge and founder of Doughty Street Chambers, where Keir Starmer, David Lammy and Attorney General Richard Herman have all practised. She also hears from criminal barrister and Vice Chair of the Criminal Bar Association, Andrew Thomas KC, who both prosecutes and defends for the Crown, for his view on whether the British justice system needs as many juries. Photograph: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 29

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32 min
JAN 21

Ben Lamm on Colossal's De-Extinction Mission — From Dire Wolves to Woolly Mammoths

Did you ever think you’d live to see woolly mammoths return? For Episode Five of Brave New World, Evgeny is joined by Ben Lamm, CEO and co-founder of the most forward thinking de-extinction company on the planet, Colossal Biosciences. Since Ben co-founded the Austin based biotech start-up with legendary geneticist George Church in 2021, Colossal has consistently made headlines with their Jurassic Park-esque breakthroughs. In this conversation, Ben goes into the science behind “bringing back” an extinct species, how sci-fi and speculative fiction has inspired Colossal’s work, and the incredible implications de-extinction could have for conservation and the planet. This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard. Producer: Florence de Schlichting Production Coordinator: James Cox Production Manager: Kirsty McLean Video Editor: Nani Wenani The Standard team: Joe Bromley Will Rogers-Coltman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21

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1h 7m
2025-09-26

What is a digital government ID in the UK?

The Prime Minister has confirmed controversial plans to roll out digital IDs, which will be available on people’s phones by the end of this Parliament. We speak to cybersecurity expert Alex Laurie, SVP at Ping Identity, about what the scheme means for personal data and online safety. Meanwhile, conservationists warn Britain is “shockingly underprepared” for climate change as extreme weather devastates habitats and species across the country. Also in this episode: Xiaomi unveils a $630 smartphone to rival the iPhone 17 – and even takes on Tesla with its new EV modelsPolice launch a crackdown on vape spiking across London’s nightlifeThe All-American Rejects release a video game–inspired music video, directed by Jamie ThravesChildren raised around dogs may face a lower risk of asthma, say Canadian researchersScientists in Australia test bite-resistant wetsuits designed to reduce shark attack injuries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025-09-26

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16 min
MAR 10

Carl Pei on Futurism, AI and the Prospect of Civil War

For Episode Eight, Evgeny is joined by Carl Pei, founder and CEO of Nothing, the London-based consumer tech company trying to make devices feel fun. Carl explains how Nothing evolved from earbuds to smartphones, why he believes design and “focus-first” features can counter distraction, and what it means to build products with a distinct, instantly recognisable identity. Evgeny and Carl also explore the psychological cost of always-on devices, the battle for attention and consciousness, and what it might mean to build technology that helps people stay intentional. The episode ends on a wider view of the AI era: enormous promise for medicine and science, but serious unanswered questions about jobs, governance, and whether society is ready for what comes next. This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10

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48 min
APR 21

How badly will this week's tube strikes affect Londoners?

London is about to be brought to a standstill as a result of planned tube strikes. So why have TFL and the RMT not reached a deal, and will the disruption change how Londoners vote in upcoming council elections? In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to Standard journalist, Megan Howe, for a detailed breakdown of all how the strikes will affect Londoners, as well as the deal that sparked the tube strikes. Plus, Tamara also speaks to The Standard’s political editor, Nic Cecil, for his insights on the position politicians across the party spectrum are taking on the tube worker’s strikes, and to what extent the strikes will impact the upcoming local council election results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21

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18 min
APR 9

Michael Pollan on Consciousness, Psychedelics and the Fight for Free Thought

For Episode Nine, Evgeny is joined by Michael Pollan, journalist, author, and one of the leading voices exploring the human mind. Drawing on his new book A World Appears, Pollan makes an impassioned case for consciousness as something precious, private, and increasingly under threat. Together, they explore how social media and AI are not just competing for our attention, but beginning to shape attachment, emotion, and even our sense of self. The conversation ranges from chatbots and “AI psychosis” to meditation, psychedelics, and the idea of “consciousness hygiene” - the habits and practices that might help us protect our inner lives. Pollan also reflects on why writing is a form of thinking, why boredom and mind-wandering matter, and how experiences of ego dissolution, art, and nature can deepen our understanding of consciousness. The episode ends on a wider question: whether the real challenge is not only understanding consciousness, but learning how to practise it. This episode was produced by Message Heard and The Standard. Producer: Florence de Schlichting Production Coordinator: James Cox Production Manager: Kirsty McLean Video Editor: Nani Wenani The Standard team: Joe Bromley Will Rogers-Coltman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9

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1h 22m
2024-01-26

The Traitors: psychology of knowing who to trust

The Faithful’s dilemma: why some facial features make you look more trustworthy. The brain cancer blood test that could speed up diagnosis and treatment. Apple begrudgingly accepts EU ruling on third party app stores. Also in this episode: Ingenuity helicopter's Mars mission is overThe new weight-loss injection approved for the UKInstagram’s ‘Flipside’ feature lets users create private profileAstronomers spot ‘old smokers’ among hidden starsSwapping shells for bottle caps: how Hermit crabs are 'wearing' our plastic rubbish Follow us on X or on Threads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-01-26

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7 min
2025-10-21

Virginia Giuffre's book, Nobody's Girl: the most staggering revelations

We speak to Melanie McDonagh, who has reviewed Virginia Giuffre's memoir, Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice. Giuffre's book gives an account of her two-year ordeal as a sexual victim of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Melanie walks us through the memoir and reveals whether it shares new revelations on Epstein and Ghislaine's case, and what specific claims Virginia makes about her alleged encounters with Prince Andrew. To read Melanie's full review, click here. In part two, is £3.95 pasta worth twirling your fork for? Pastino is expanding with a new venue opening next month, offering some eye-catching prices. But does the quality match the price? We find out more from The Standard's food and drink journalist, Josh Barrie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025-10-21

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15 min
APR 24

Has London’s wisteria craze gone too far?

It’s wisteria season — and flower-filled streets in Notting Hill and Kensington have become littered with visitors keen to take a picture in front of pastel coloured houses, with the viral flowers in shot. In this episode, host Tamara Kormornick speaks to Standard journalist Niva Yadav, to discuss whether it is fair to take pictures of people’s homes, and whether security measures will be taken to curb the anti-social behaviour of some wisteria enthusiasts in London. Clips: Universal Pictures, ITV News (Faye Barker) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24

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16 min
2025-03-19

80/20 incel rule from Netflix's Adolescence explained

Following on from our recent feature about the Netflix show, Adolescence, The London Standard’s columnist and Features Writer, Maddy Mussen joins us to take a deeper look into the language which is being used within the online culture of incels, explaining the word itself and concepts such as the manosphere, sigmas and looksmaxxing. In part two, The London Standard’s Transport and City Hall Editor, Ross Lydall, is here to set out the findings of a recent report which reveals that London’s iconic black cabs could be facing an uncertain future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2025-03-19

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15 min

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