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Novara Live
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The biggest stories and guests from the UK and international left. Hosted by Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Ash Sarkar, Steven Methven, Helena MTG, Dalia Gebrial and more.
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Burnham Unveils ‘Cost Of Living’ Government
3w ago01:01:18Tap to summarizeAndy Burnham has announced his final cabinet picks and we examine the new policy announcements he claims will ease financial pressures on working people. Plus: Why Britain needs public ownership of water, and Trump’s tariff war ramps up against Canada. With Aaron Bastani & Michael Walker.
Transcribe →Andy Burnham Becomes Prime Minister
3w ago01:14:48Tap to summarizeIn his first speech as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham has pledged to build a new economy, end rough sleeping and tackle the cost of living crisis. Can he deliver? Plus: We speak to IPPR North’s Mirte Boot about Burnham’s plan to devolve power away from Westminster. And finally, what will be the new Prime Minister’s approach to dealing with a certain Donald J. Trump? With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Mirte Boot.
Transcribe →Andy Burnham Accepts Labour Leadership
3w ago01:06:15Tap to summarizeAndy Burnham gives his first speech as leader of the Labour Party ahead of moving into Number 10 on Monday. Is Farage already on the run? Plus: The US is ramping up its attacks on Iran’s infrastructure. A risky strategy ahead of the midterms? Finally, Infantino unveils a new Superbowl-style FIFA World Cup winners ring. Is there anything he won’t hawk? With Aaron Bastani & Paul Holden.
Transcribe →Britain Is Burning
3w ago01:07:32Tap to summarizeMultiple wildfires continue to burn across Britain, as the Met Office warns that extreme UK weather is becoming “the new normal”. Plus: Starmer marks his last day as Labour leader, Gary Lineker takes Andy Burnham to task on Gaza, and right-wingers are losing it over Argentina’s World Cup performance. With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Joanne Trafford.
Transcribe →Shabana Mahmood Set To Be Chancellor
4w ago01:03:11Tap to summarizeBurnham has appeared to rule out Ed Miliband as chancellor, seen by many as the progressive choice – what does it mean for his impending premiership? Plus: It’s England vs Argentina, on and off the field! We dissect Aaron’s recent viral appearance on The Telegraph with the man himself. Finally, a victim of the forced adoption scandal tells us of the “genetic bewilderment” she and many like her have endured for decades. With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Debbie Iromlou.
Transcribe →The Never-Ending Battle for the Strait of Hormuz
4w ago01:08:49Tap to summarizeThe US-Iran war for the Strait of Hormuz is once again at boiling point. Plus: The UK government has proscribed the IRGC, Sudan braces for a major massacre, and we speak to historian Dr Andrew Smith about French identity, football and the surging far-right. With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.
Transcribe →Terror Police Lead Widdecombe Probe
4w ago01:06:48Tap to summarizeThe investigation into the murder of Anne Widdecombe has been handed to counter-terror police, contradicting the police’s initial announcements. Plus: Can Shabana Mahmood avoid a diplomatic incident with Pakistan over the deportation of a convicted sex offender? It’s England vs Argentina, again! We take a look at the high-mileage derby through the ages. Finally, in this summer of sport, Stevenson faces off against Neidle in a heavyweight economist slugfest. With Michael Walker & Ash Sarkar.
Transcribe →Naomi Klein on Heatwaves, China, and the Danger of Technofixes
Jul 1001:03:41Tap to summarizeMichael Walker sits down with Naomi Klein for a discussion on the climate crisis, fascism and more.
Transcribe →Trump Just Can’t Quit Iran
Jul 900:45:01Tap to summarizeThe US and Iran are back to tit-for-tat strikes as both countries vie for control of the Strait of Hormuz. Plus: We speak to the Greens candidate Geraldine Coggins, who is hoping to fill Andy Burnham’s shoes in the Manchester mayoral race, and Robert Jenrick has found himself in hot water over his finances. With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.
Transcribe →George Monbiot | The Most Important Technology You’ve Never Heard Of
Jul 801:07:52Tap to summarizeWith Michael Walker & The Guardian Columnist George Monbiot.
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