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The biggest stories, told in depth, daily. Join the world's best journalists to understand what really matters. The Story is hosted by Manveen Rana and Luke Jones, published seven days a week and ready for you every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 hr ago

SAS in Syria: the untold murder probe - The Sunday Story

After an operation in 2022 to detain the leader of a terrorist cell goes wrong, the SAS is plunged into crisis raising questions about the future of Britain’s special forces. Insight, The Sunday Times investigations team, has gathered witness testimony, leaked documents and open source intelligence, meaning the full story can be told for the first time. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Read and reported by: Gabriel Pogrund, editor of Insight, The Sunday TimesVenetia Menzies, Insight investigations correspondent, The Sunday TimesEmanuele Midolo, Insight investigations correspondent, The Sunday Times Producer: Sophie McNulty Sound designer: Ivan Eastley Read more: SAS in crisis: sent to hunt Isis in Syria. Then arrested for murder Further listening: Posh George: The criminal behind Farage Watch: How the Insight team investigated the special forces scandal Artwork: Nina Krause Get in touch: Call or WhatsApp The Sunday Times’s Insight team: 020 7782 5959 For any tips: insight@sunday-times.co.uk This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 day ago

Sir Anthony Beevor: Russia is ‘a prisoner of their own past’ – The Saturday Story

The multitude of interconnected wars engulfing the globe are leading many to draw parallels with 1939, the eve of the Second World War. Historian Sir Anthony Beevor – one of the world’s great chroniclers of the 20th century – is one of those raising the alarm, particularly about the threats posed by Russia. Following the release of his new book Rasputin and the Downfall of the Romanovs, we caught up with him at The Times and The Sunday Times-sponsored Cheltenham Literary Festival, to ask what the ‘mad monk’ of late-Imperial Russia can tell us about the country today, and just how dangerous this present moment is. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Sir Anthony Beevor, historian and author of ‘Rasputin: and the downfall of the Romanovs. Host: Manveen Rana. Producer: Harry Stott. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Antony Beevor: Trump shows signs of dementia. He can’t be controlled Further listening: Russia revives its nuclear armageddon project, Dead Hand Clips: BBC, France 24 English, MSNOW, USA Today, War Archives / Youtube, Old Broadcast / Youtube, Admiral Oliver Franklin Doom / Youtube. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2 days ago

US midterms: Can the Democrats flip Texas?

On November 3, Americans will head to the polls for midterm elections that will determine who controls Congress for the final two years of Donald Trump’s presidency. While Trump himself isn't technically on the ballot, plummeting approval ratings means the elections are shaping up to be a referendum on his leadership. Republicans face a tough fight, even in traditionally conservative states such as Texas, where a fiercely contested Senate race could deliver a major upset. Will Texas really turn blue? And what would a Democratic victory in Texas mean for Trump’s political future? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Katy Balls, Washington editor, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Robyn Simon, Olivia Case. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Trump’s convention hurt my midterm chances, Ken Paxton says in leaked audio Further listening: Could Trump lose MAGA over Iran? Clips: CBS, C-Span, Fox, MS NOW, CNN, CNBC, KTXS News, James Talarico Youtube Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 days ago

The social housing paradox : ‘Everything that’s wrong with the welfare system’

Over 300,000 people live in ‘temporary’ or ‘supported’ housing, where government-funded rents have no upper-limit. For The Times’ Welfare Inquiry, investigative lead Katie O’Toole goes undercover at an ‘academy’ training landlords in how to profit off housing society’s most vulnerable. She also hears from tenants stranded in supported housing, where severe financial cliff edges penalise those who work. So, who is getting rich from this uncapped system? What is the human cost for those stuck inside it? And where does the system go from here? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guests: Fraser Nelson, columnist, The Times.Katie O'Toole, Welfare Inquiry investigative lead, The Times.Host: Luke Jones. Producer: Sophie McNulty. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: The benefits system is failing. We hope to help fix it Clips: Channel 4 News. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3 days ago

Bonus: The case against him | The Trial of Russell Brand Ep. 3

With our reporters following every word in court, the trial of Russell Brand began in earnest today. The prosecution laid out their case, calling Brand “ruthless, calculating, and manipulative…a sexual predator.” Brand has denied all charges against him. Watch or listen to The Trial of Russell Brand every weekday on Apple Podcasts, YouTube or listen on Spotify. Follow the show to never miss an episode. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4 days ago

Do we need to talk about Brexit?

Andy Burnham announced this week that UK and EU leaders will meet in November to discuss a reset in relations. Brexit has been bad for the country, Burnham said, and a closer relationship with Europe will foster economic growth and strengthen national security. Is he right? What is he hoping to accomplish in November? And is now the time to reopen the fraught debate over Britain’s decision to leave the EU? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Oliver Wright, policy editor, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Micaela Arneson, Robyn Simon. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Andy Burnham: We’re ready for closer ties with the EU Further listening: ‘It’s a disaster’: Leave voters on 10 years of Brexit Clips: House of Commons, Labour Party, The Telegraph, Bloomberg, Euronews, France 24. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5 days ago

‘A watershed moment' — why the Saudi airport strikes are so serious

Over the weekend, the Houthis attacked one of Saudi Arabia’s main airports twice, as well as other locations in the country. Fourteen people are dead so far, with hundreds injured, in what is the deadliest attack on the Kingdom in over a decade. Saudi Arabia is calling for international help, but will anyone come to their aid? And what’s the fallout in a rapidly destabilising region? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Michael Stephens, consultant and senior associate fellow at the Royal United Services Institute and think tank RAND. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Olivia Case and Micaela Arneson. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Why does Saudi Arabia seem powerless to face down the Houthis? Further listening: What the lightning Houthi advance means for the world Clips: WION, BBC, Sky News, ABC News, Al Jazeera, News24, NBC, CBS, FirstPost. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 days ago

Will Netanyahu win the most critical election in Israel’s history?

Israel’s general election on October 27th could be the country’s most consequential in its history. In the run up, the prime minister and his right-wing coalition have promoted a vision of the country’s future that is as uncompromising to its friends as its enemies. As the situation at home and abroad grows evermore dire, what impact will the victor have on the likelihood of peace in the middle east and the country's relationship with the rest of the world? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guest: Gabrielle Weiniger, Israel correspondent, The Times. Host: Manveen Rana. Producers: Robyn Simon. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Israel closes British consulate in Jerusalem blaming ‘hostile rhetoric’ Further listening: The ticking time bomb Netanyahu faces at home Clips: CBS, CBC, Global News, Al Jazeera, France 24, CJN, Zeteo. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Award-winning investigative and true crime podcasts. The Trial of Russell Brand is season 14 of Times Investigates. From war zones to suburban homes, pursuing brutal criminals and cult leaders, our podcasts go further than any other to uncover the truth. In season one, war correspondent Anthony Loyd investigates the fate of his colleague John Cantlie, who was kidnapped in Syria by Islamic State. In season two, crime correspondent John Simpson breaks down the wall of silence surrounding the killing of 14-year-old Corey Junior Davis In season three Berlin correspondent Oliver Moody uncovers the story of Hans Globke, the Nazi bureaucrat who laid the legal basis for the Holocaust - and helped build the modern German state In season four, columnist David Aaronovitch follows the trail of charm and deception left by businessman Lex Greensill through the corridors of power in Britain In season five, special correspondent Emily Dugan asks whether the wrong man was sent to prison for a brutal attack on a mother of two In season six, Middle East correspondent Louise Callaghan steps into the weird world of ‘kittens’, ‘lions’, and televangelism surrounding a cult leader In season seven, journalists Brenna Daldorph and David Aaronovitch explore the dark past behind some of Britain’s wealthiest stately homes In season eight, feature writer Andrew Billen exposes a very British scandal at the world-famous university college, Christ Church, Oxford In season nine, David Aaranovitch steps into the online world of Patriotic Alternative, a far-right group using the Covid pandemic as a recruiting tool In season ten, journalists Peter Gillman and Emanuele Midolo investigate the death of one of our own, David Holden, the reporter whose killing became a Cold War whodunnit In season 11, social affairs editor James Beal follows a trail leading from a quiet British town to frozen Canada, where he discovers a man allegedly selling death online In season 12, reporter Mario Ledwith returns to his hometown in Northern Ireland, seeking answers about the bloody 1987 Remembrance Sunday attack In season 13, The Sunday Times’s Insight team investigates how Nigel Farage came to depend upon a crypto enthusiast, gambler and convicted fraudster In season 14, journalists Rosamund Urwin and Charlotte Wace join Luke Jones to report daily from the trial of Russell Brand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Anti immigration

30 Sept

remainer Rosy

I’m afraid that this is incorrect there are many videos filmed on the beaches at France , showing French Police either assisting the illegals migrants or turning a blunt eye !!!
You’re interview the paedophile Jeffrey Epstein special friend

16 Sept

Downusa

Will never listen to the story or read the times ever again due to you interviewing Jeffrey Epstein’s special friend Bill Gates??? Wow have you know shame.
The sad decline of James Lasdun

12 Jul

Radionoush

Oh dear. Once upon a time, James Lasdun was a serious writer who wrote beautifully crafted short stories full of delicate observations on human psychology; An Anxious Man springs to mind. Now it seems he’s just another mid-Atlantic true crime “grifter” and has somehow lost all understanding of human behaviour and motivations. His comments on male family annihilation in this podcast are incorrect — men annihilate their families without commiting suicide and for their own selfish benefit all the time. In addition, husbands kill their wives and parents kill their children with depressing frequency. Just because Lasdun doesn’t understand how a person could do this doesn’t mean it doesn’t happen.
Native Americans

5 Jul

totterdown-res

Very interesting but a little repetitive, my main quibble is Louise Callahan’s very sloppy diction, she has a pleasant voice but the ends of some words slip away .

The biggest stories, told in depth, daily. Join the world's best journalists to understand what really matters. The Story is hosted by Manveen Rana and Luke Jones, published seven days a week and ready for you every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.