20 episodes

Each week, Tortoise editor and co-founder James Harding shares his perspective on what's driving the news, not breaking the news.
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James Harding's Editor's Voicemail Tortoise

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Each week, Tortoise editor and co-founder James Harding shares his perspective on what's driving the news, not breaking the news.
To find out more about Tortoise:
Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists
Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free content
Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com

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    A new age of rearmament

    A new age of rearmament

    In the past week there have been a couple of dramatic announcements on military spending, but it has actually increased every year since 2014. In his Editor's Voicemail James explains why this gradual military build-up amounts to a step change, and asks what it might mean for the world.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
    - Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists
    - Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and exclusive content
    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 6 min
    David Cameron inspires a rethink

    David Cameron inspires a rethink

    Although Lord Cameron’s turn as Foreign Secretary hasn’t redeemed his reputation for Brexit, it has made James think again - not just about the former prime minister, but about politics and political coverage.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
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    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 7 min
    Why it's wrong to suggest the BBC is antisemitic

    Why it's wrong to suggest the BBC is antisemitic

    We should worry about people putting the self-serving values of WhatsApp tribalism ahead of the difficult business of common understanding.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
    - Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists
    - Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and exclusive content
    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 6 min
    The princess and the tortoise

    The princess and the tortoise

    Who decides what's real? James Harding reflects on the challenges that modern newsrooms face when trying to provide accurate information. He also has some news about his family's pet tortoise.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
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    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 9 min
    An economy built on fellowship

    An economy built on fellowship

    After this week's budget and Labour's response, James Harding found himself wishing for new ideas for the economy. In this week's Editor's Voicemail he explores the idea of fellowship.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
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    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 8 min
    Jacob Rothschild

    Jacob Rothschild

    The financier and philanthropist, who died this week at the age of 87, was an enthusiastic supporter of Tortoise. In this Editor's Voicemail James Harding remembers a man who believed in bringing people together to reach a better understanding.
    To find out more about Tortoise:
    - Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists
    - Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and exclusive content
    - Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more
    If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com 

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    • 8 min

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