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The world’s a pretty confusing place right now – so how do you make sense of it all? This Is Why  takes one story every day, explains how we got here and why it matters to you. Sky News’ Niall Paterson speaks to experts and correspondents from around the world, getting simple answers to some complex questions. Available every weekday afternoon. This Is Why is a Sky News podcast – if you have a question, contact us: why@sky.uk

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Why the UK needs to be wary of Iranian retaliation

Last week, Iran tried to target the joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia – more than 2,000 miles away in the Indian Ocean. That attack failed but it led an Israel military spokesperson to suggest London could be vulnerable to an Iranian ballistic missile strike. With Keir Starmer now allowing the use of British air bases for US operations against attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, is Iran capable of direct retaliation against the UK? What is the state of Britain’s air defences? And what other means does Tehran have at its disposal to threaten us? Niall speaks to Sky’s defence analyst, Professor Michael Clarke. Do you have a question for the podcast? Email us: why@sky.uk

20 min.
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Why comedians want the UK 'Saturday Night Live'

Saturday Night Live has launched the careers of Eddie Murphy, Tina Fey and Will Ferrell among many others in its 50 year long run on NBC in the US. It’s now coming to the UK with Tina Fey, Jamie Dornan and Riz Ahmed hosting the first shows. As in the US there’s an ensemble cast of comedy players so how important could SNL UK be for the comedy scene? Niall speaks to the creator and host of the Saturday Night Network podcast, Jon Schneider about what makes SNL so successful and asks comedian Rosie Holt what difference British comedians will make to it. Saturday Night Live UK launches on Sky and streaming service NOW at 10pm on 21 March 2026.

16 min.
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Why Gen Z is giving up alcohol

Nearly half of young adults are turning to low or non-alcoholic drinks - with the number nearly doubling since 2018. To understand why Gen Z has been making this clear-headed decision you need look no further than the “sober curious” movement - with social media influencers promoting the benefits of a booze-free lifestyle. Excessive drinking was once seen as a right of passage in early adulthood – so what’s changed? And as the pub industry already faces significant challenges – how can it adapt to cater for a more sober generation? Niall is joined by sober curious influencer Millie Gooch and Kate Nicholls, chair of UKHospitality.

16 min.
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'Why wasn’t the UK ready for Iran war?' Michael Clarke answers your questions

Should the US have predicted there would be a siege at the Strait of Hormuz? Why wasn’t the UK better prepared for this conflict? This Is Why has been asking for your questions about the Iran war and in this special episode they are about to be answered. From the delay in the departure of HMS Dragon, to whether Donald Trump would now be less likely to offer the UK military support – this wide-ranging episode is shaped by your messages. Who is on hand to respond to them? It’s Sky’s military analyst Professor Michael Clarke. Have you got a question for a future episode of This Is Why? Email the show - why@sky.uk

19 min.
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Why help with energy bills could come at a cost

Sir Keir Starmer is promising help for working people whose energy bills are going up because of the Iran war. The last energy bailout after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine cost £40bn, and on top of the costs of support during the COVID pandemic it means the UK's national debt is now around 100% of GDP. Repaying that debt costs as much as the education budget. With a new YouGov poll for Sky News suggesting that people overwhelmingly back energy prices being reduced for all households, Niall discusses who would pay for an energy bailout with Sky's data and economics editor Ed Conway.

16 min.
16 MAR.

Why are young people still dying from meningitis?

A school pupil and a university student have died in Kent and 11 other people are seriously ill following a meningitis outbreak. Meningitis can kill a person in less than 24 hours if it is not treated quickly. But outbreaks like this have been rare in recent years. Vaccination programmes have helped but anyone over the age of 10 will not have been offered a vaccination against MenB by the NHS. However, it has been available to infants since 2015. Niall speaks to Dr Tom Nutt from Meningitis Now and Sky's science editor Tom Clarke about why meningitis can be deadly, what the symptoms are, and why the vaccine is not free for teenagers.

19 min.
13 MAR.

Why is Hollywood turning on Timothee Chalamet?

Timothee Chalamet – movie star and tabloid regular – had been the firm favourite to take home the Best Actor statue at this weekend’s Academy Awards. So why have the former Hollywood favourite’s fortunes fallen so dramatically? The press campaign for his movie Marty Supreme, as well as some ill-timed controversial comments about opera and ballet, have led to a backlash. Why has public opinion turned against him? And how do the big Hollywood studios go about influencing who wins what at the Oscars? Niall is joined by Sky’s entertainment correspondent Katie Spencer in Tinsel Town and Paula Froelich, senior story producer and on-air talent for NewsNation. Have you got a question for Niall? Email the show - why@sky.uk Credit: Timothée Chalamet & Matthew McConaughey | Variety & CNN Town Hall - Full Conversation - YouTube

17 min.
12 MAR.

Why the 'Tech Bros' are turning against Trump

One of the world's most valuable AI companies is suing the US government after it was designated a "supply chain risk" by Pete Hegseth's Department of War. It's an unprecedented legal fight – after Anthropic refused to allow its technology to be used for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons. Now, other tech giants – including Google, Microsoft and Apple – have swung their support behind Anthropic. Why has this dispute happened and what could it all mean for the future of AI? Niall speaks to Sky’s technology correspondent, Rowland Manthorpe, about the potential consequences. Have you got a question for Niall? Email the show - why@sky.uk

18 min.

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Introducing... This Is Why

The world’s a pretty confusing place right now – so how do you make sense of it all? This Is Why takes one story every day, explains how we got here and why it matters to you. Sky News’ Niall Paterson speaks to experts and correspondents from around the world, getting simple answers to some complex questions. Available every weekday afternoon from Monday 2 March 2026. This Is Why is a Sky News podcast – if you have a question, contact us: why@sky.uk

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Niall Paterson

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Jon Schneider

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Michael Clarke

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Ed Conway

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Tom Nutt

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Tom Clarke

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Katie Spencer

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Paula Froelich

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Rowland Manthorpe

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Rob Powell

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The world’s a pretty confusing place right now – so how do you make sense of it all? This Is Why  takes one story every day, explains how we got here and why it matters to you. Sky News’ Niall Paterson speaks to experts and correspondents from around the world, getting simple answers to some complex questions. Available every weekday afternoon. This Is Why is a Sky News podcast – if you have a question, contact us: why@sky.uk