Podcast Summary: Más de Uno – La España que madruga (30/01/2026)
Host: Onda Cero
Date: January 29, 2026
Main Contributors: Carlos Rodríguez Brown, Dani Ramírez García Mina, Rosa Belmonte, Félix José Casillas, Amón
Episode Theme:
A fresh, witty, and incisive take on the news, with special focus on current events in Spain—ranging from political scandals and public controversies, to sports drama and cultural snapshots. The team blends information with humor and sharp commentary, reflecting on the societal mood and major stories of the day.
Episode Overview
This episode showcases the familiar morning roundtable at "La España que madruga," blending analysis, honest debate, and a sprinkle of sarcasm. Topics span the political fallout after the Adamuz tragedy, Pedro Sánchez's notable absences, the latest sports tension with Carlos Alcaraz, developments in key judicial cases, and cultural tidbits—all narrated in a lively, conversational, and sometimes irreverent tone.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. The Ethos of Early-Rising Spain
- Playful banter introduces journalists as “notarios de la actualidad” (notaries of current affairs)—with both heroic and self-parodying tones.
- Quote:
- Amón: “Sé todo acerca de los periodistas. Un regimiento de tipos furiosos corriendo de un lado para otro para que unos cuantos aburridos sepan lo que pasa por el mundo.” (00:19)
- Carlos Rodríguez Brown: “Su única bandera es el periodismo. Y para su divisa, la libertad.” (00:16, 00:28)
2. Political Headlines: The Adamuz Tragedy & Governmental Absences
- Main story: The absence of PM Pedro Sánchez and Transport Minister Óscar Puente at the funeral for Adamuz train accident victims dominates the press review.
- Rosa Belmonte probes the institutional logic for such absences, questioning political and personal motives.
- Quote:
- Rosa Belmonte: “¿No se da cuenta el presidente de que sus obligaciones como jefe de gobierno le obligan a ciertas cosas? ¿Y no se acuerda que sí ha estado en funerales religiosos que concernían a figuras difuntas de su partido?” (02:51)
- Quote:
- Unified criticism from across the political spectrum (Junts, Esquerra, PP, Vox), while media reactions focus on the need for truth and the controversial absence of leaders.
- Félix summarizes front-page treatment:
- Media Excerpts (ABC, El Mundo, La Razón, El País):
- “Las víctimas de Adamuz. Sólo la verdad nos ayudará a curar la herida.” (04:15)
- Media Excerpts (ABC, El Mundo, La Razón, El País):
3. The Aftermath for Minister Puente
- Press details Puente’s Senate appearance, his defensive rhetoric, and coinage of terms like “neofascistas” for critics.
- Quote:
- “Me piden la dimisión porque les molesta que haga muy bien mi trabajo.” (Félix sobre Puente, 04:42)
- Quote:
- News outlets analyze investment in Spain’s rail maintenance, European comparisons, and Adif’s cost-cutting policies.
4. Judicial Scandals: Aldama, PSOE, and Venezuelan Petro-Funding
- Aldama claims he holds a crucial envelope proving illegal PSOE financing with Venezuelan oil money—using its existence as judicial leverage.
- Félix dryly jokes: “Aldama, abre el sobre, que hace mucho frío. Mientras tanto te espero en Siberia, vida mía.” (07:18)
- Press coverage details:
- El Mundo: Aldama to submit the envelope to the case.
- El Confidencial: Anticorruption urging Aldama to reveal the evidence.
5. Sports: Carlos Alcaraz & Football Tensions
- Live updates on Carlos Alcaraz struggle in the Australian Open semi, focusing on his injury and tenacious play.
- Quote:
- Félix: “Está claramente lesionado y no corre a las bolas cortas que le está lanzando el tenista alemán.” (11:22)
- Quote:
- Sidelined football news: Euroleague draws, managerial critiques at Madrid and Atlético, Spanish selection news for the World Cup in Tennessee.
6. Press & Economic Roundup
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Quick-fire reviews of morning business stories lead by Carlos Rodríguez Brown.
- Ferrovial's airport bid, petrol conglomerates’ massive planned debt, government-union agreement to raise minimum wage to €1,221 with employer rejection.
- International: Apple’s strong iPhone sales; Microsoft’s massive value drop due to AI spending (09:50–10:48).
- Sharp quip on the art of political deals: “Me encanta el verbo pactar. Pactemos, Carlos, tú y yo. Y que pague Rosa.” (Carlos Rodríguez Brown, 09:53)
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Economic cartoon of the day: Montesquieu “killed” multiple times by the erosion of separation of powers (11:00).
7. Societal & Health Headlines
- Euthanasia case: Supreme Court upholds Noelia’s assisted death, despite family and Christian legal opposition (09:02).
- Measles uptick: 30 outbreaks imported from five countries, not caused by Spanish anti-vaxxers.
- Insight: Genetic inheritance rules 55% of life expectancy, reminding listeners to exercise and eat well—if genes allow (09:32).
8. Weekly Lyrical Recap
- Carlos Rodríguez Brown channels Abigail Lozano for a poetic weekly summary, blending references to news, politics, and sports with irony and lyricism:
- “La administración dijo a las víctimas ha ignorado, no ignora banderas…” (13:01)
Memorable Moments & Tone
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Irreverent camaraderie: Constant, humorous bickering keeps the pace lively.
- “A ver si os cailáis de una vez.” (Félix José Casillas, 00:37)
- “¿Cómo vamos a poder trabajar así?” (Dani Ramírez García Mina, 00:39)
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Cutting quips: On politics and media spin.
- Amón: “Puente puenteando.” (07:57)
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Biting societal commentary: On repeated efforts to contest progressive legislation.
- Regarding legal appeals to euthanasia: “Todavía piensan dar más por culo si es necesario.” (Amón, 09:18)
Important Timestamps
- 00:00–00:59: Opening banter, self-deprecating journalism humor
- 02:06–03:31: Key questions on Adamuz tragedy and Sánchez's absence
- 04:15–06:18: Press roundtable on funeral, ministerial excuses, and media headlines
- 06:29–07:24: Scandal: Aldama’s “sobre” and PSOE-Venezuelan funding
- 07:45–09:44: Overview: more headlines, from railway maintenance to international news, health, and the Supreme Court
- 09:44–10:58: Economic updates and international markets
- 11:00–11:18: Economic cartoon (Montesquieu’s legacy)
- 11:20–12:46: Sports—Alcaraz drama and football updates
- 13:01–14:14: Weekly poetic recap (Abigail Lozano)
- 14:14–14:45: Final sports update—Alcaraz presses on despite injury
Conclusion
This episode epitomizes Más de uno's style: information-rich, sarcastic, and quick. It delivers a wide-ranging review of Spain’s political dramas, judicial sagas, sports heartaches, and societal debates—all with pungent wit and friendly banter that make even the grimmest news accessible and engaging.