The chancellor Rachel Reeves accused the previous Conservative government of 'covering up' a £22bn hole in the public finances including £6 billion on housing asylum seekers that hadn’t been budgeted for. 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...
Aug 01, 2024•6 min•Ep. 362
Her presidential campaign has taken off, but can she maintain the momentum all the way to election day in November? 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 st...
Jul 31, 2024•7 min•Ep. 361
AI-generated music is on the rise. Major artists are hearing their voices in songs they never recorded, and the law is struggling to keep up. What does this mean for the future of the music industry? Fill out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19th August to be entered into a draw to win £250 and Tortoise merch. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts fo...
Jul 30, 2024•9 min•Ep. 360
David Taylor is joined by three guests to decide what should lead the news. In this episode they discuss the bumpy start to the Paris Olympics, signs that the UK’s stance on Israel may be shifting and historic jail sentences for Just Stop Oil protesters. Email: [email protected] Guests: Lauren Frayer, NPR International correspondent Stephen Armstrong, reporter at Tortoise Chloe Hadjimatheou, narrative editor at Tortoise Host: David Taylor, editor at Tortoise Producers: Casey Magloire...
Jul 29, 2024•35 min•Ep. 359
Why five activists who disrupted traffic on the M25 have been given the longest sentences for peaceful protest in UK history. Fill out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19th August to be entered into a draw to win £250 and Tortoise merch. 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...
Jul 29, 2024•7 min•Ep. 358
Some businesses are capitulating to the anti-woke movement by rolling back their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. In his final voicemail before a summer break, James Harding argues that companies which choose to embrace it now will be better off in the future. Fill out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19th August to be entered into a draw to win £250 and Tortoise merch. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience c...
Jul 27, 2024•6 min•Ep. 357
Giles Whittell is joined by three guests and an audience in the Tortoise newsroom for this live episode of The News Meeting. They discuss how Kamala Harris has taken social media by storm since declaring that she’s running to be the Democratic presidential nominee; Keir Starmer’s decision to suspend seven Labour MPs who rebelled; and why violence against women and girls is a “national emergency”. Email: [email protected] Fill out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19t...
Jul 26, 2024•42 min•Ep. 356
For two decades Strictly Come Dancing has been a jewel in the BBC’s crown. But now allegations of misconduct against at least two professional dancers have rocked the show – and more celebrity contestants are speaking out about their experiences. 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 ...
Jul 26, 2024•8 min•Ep. 355
Millions of us heading off on holiday across the UK and the rest of the world in the next few weeks. John and Rachel take a closer look at where we go on holiday, how this has changed and the impact it has on local residents and the environment. Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel Wolf 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 me...
Jul 25, 2024•36 min•Ep. 354
The US gymnast was top of the world in Rio, but she struggled in Tokyo. What will Simone Biles do in Paris? 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 yo...
Jul 25, 2024•7 min•Ep. 353
The world is still recovering from a global IT failure that affected at least 8.5 million devices. 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...
Jul 24, 2024•6 min•Ep. 352
Following weeks of pressure US President Joe Biden has dropped out of the 2024 US presidential election. With just over 100 days to go, what does this mean? 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 ab...
Jul 23, 2024•7 min•Ep. 351
After weeks of mounting pressure, Joe Biden has quit the race for the White House. James Harding is joined by three journalists to make sense of this turning point in history. Email: [email protected] Guests: Dave Taylor, editor at Tortoise Jess Winch, news editor at Tortoise Katie Riley, data editor at Tortoise Host: James Harding, Tortoise’s editor Producer: Rebecca Moore and Casey Magloire Executive producer: Jasper Corbett To find out more about Tortoise: - Download the Tor...
Jul 22, 2024•40 min•Ep. 350
Mehreen Datoo nearly died after she caught the disease when she was a medical student. Now she is part of the team that has helped develop a world-changing malaria jab. 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...
Jul 22, 2024•7 min•Ep. 349
Giles Whittell is joined by Greg Swenson from Republicans Overseas UK to review Donald Trump’s speech to the Republican National Convention. Greenpeace’s Areeba Hadid wants to talk about the Labour government’s environmental policies and Tortoise’s Cat Neilan on UK-EU co-operation to tackle illegal migration. Email: [email protected] Guests: Cat Neilan, political editor at Tortoise Areeba Hamid, joint executive director of Greenpeace UK Greg Swenson, chairman of Republicans Overseas ...
Jul 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 348
As Joe Biden edges closer to stepping aside, James Harding has a cautionary tale for worried Democrats from across the Atlantic. 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...
Jul 19, 2024•5 min•Ep. 347
Charli XCX’s new album has taken the world by storm, but its success is down to more than just the music. How did Brat breakthrough to become this summer’s zeitgeist trend? 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 wit...
Jul 19, 2024•8 min•Ep. 346
With the Republican party convention in full swing, John and Rachel are joined by Christopher Carman to discuss how political parties in the US have changed. Guest: Professor Christopher Carman, University of Glasgow Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel Wolf 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 acce...
Jul 18, 2024•35 min•Ep. 345
Donald Trump has chosen the ultra-loyal, 39 year old JD Vance to be his running mate. What does this tell us about Donald Trump’s bid for the White House? 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 abou...
Jul 18, 2024•10 min•Ep. 344
What do Rihanna, Tony Blair and Andrea Bocelli have in common? They all went to the multi-event wedding hosted by India’s richest family. But why spend so much, so publicly, in a country with huge inequality? 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 ...
Jul 17, 2024•7 min•Ep. 343
Donald Trump and Joe Biden have called for unity after the former president was shot at a rally in Pennsylvania, but will it last and how might the attempted assassination of a presidential candidate change the course of the election campaign? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 16, 2024•8 min•Ep. 342
After the shock of the shooting, attention has turned to the gunman’s motive, why there was such a huge security breach and what this all means for the United States. Giles Whittell is joined by three journalists to make sense of this hugely significant story. Email: [email protected] Guests: Dave Taylor, editor at Tortoise David Rhodes, executive chairman of Sky News Patricia Clarke, reporter at Tortoise Host: Giles Whittell, deputy editor at Tortoise Producer: Rebecca Moore and Cas...
Jul 15, 2024•39 min•Ep. 341
The government has promised to build one and half million homes over the next five years by overhauling planning rules and developing what it calls ‘grey belt’ areas. Will it help solve the housing crisis? 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 mor...
Jul 15, 2024•7 min•Ep. 340
What should lead the news? Former director of public prosecutions Lord Ken Macdonald joins the Tortoise team to explain what he thinks the top story should be. Email: [email protected] Guests: Lord Ken Macdonald, former director of public prosecutions and co-host of Double Jeopardy, the law and politics podcast Cat Neilan, political editor at Tortoise. Alexi Mostrous, investigations editor at Tortoise Host: Ceri Thomas, editor at Tortoise Producer: Rebecca Moore and Casey Magloire Ex...
Jul 12, 2024•41 min•Ep. 339
How Gareth Southgate took England’s men to not one but two finals at the European Championships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 12, 2024•8 min•Ep. 338
Polls predicted a historic win for Marine Le Pen’s National Rally in France’s parliamentary election. But a new coalition on the left did better than expected. John and Rachel are joined by UCL professor Philippe Marliere to discuss what just happened in France and what might happen next. Guest: Philippe Marliere, professor of French and European Politics at University College London Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel Wolf To find out more about Tortoise: - Download the Tortoise app - for a listenin...
Jul 11, 2024•38 min•Ep. 337
Following its seismic election defeat the Tory party has descended into bitter infighting over the election of its next leader. 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...
Jul 11, 2024•8 min•Ep. 336
Keir Starmer’s government has inherited a prisons crisis in England and Wales. Could the boss of a high street key cutting chain fix the problem? 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 ...
Jul 10, 2024•7 min•Ep. 335
The far right have been defeated in parliamentary elections where they were expected to make major gains and possibly even form a government. 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 m...
Jul 09, 2024•6 min•Ep. 334
There are political stories everywhere you look, so which one should lead the news? James Harding is joined by three guests to discuss the first few days of Keir Starmer’s government, the prime minister’s visit to Scotland and France’s shock election result. Email: [email protected] Guests: Cat Neilan, political editor at Tortoise Jess Winch, news editor at Tortoise, Lesley Riddoch, broadcaster and columnist at The National Host: James Harding, editor-in-chief at Tortoise Producer: R...
Jul 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 333
