Daily Sensemaker • S1, Episode 1208
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Ada Barumé
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Amalie Sortland
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Rebecca Moore
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After his speech to a room of US generals last week, some experts are beginning to worry about the 79-year-old.
Writer: Ada Barumé
Producer: Amalie Sortland
Host: Casey Magloire
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9 mins • S1, E1214
Have Reform found that running councils is harder than it looks?
Soon after winning 10 councils, Reform UK set up a Trump-inspired DOGE department that would cut unnecessary spending. Host: Tomini Babs Writer: Poppy Bullard with reporting from Jon Ungoed-Thomas Producer: Amalie Sortland Episode photography: Joe Mee Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore
7 mins • S1, E1213
Why Joe Rogan is ditching Donald Trump
Last week, President Trump hosted a roundtable with conservative influencers - but notably absent were manosphere podcasters Joe Rogan and Theo Von. Writer: Ada Barume Producer: Amalie Sortland Host: Casey Magloire
6 mins • S1, E1212
Why are Britain’s clubs closing?
In the past five years, more than 800 late night venues have shut their doors. At this rate there are warnings that there could be no nightclubs left by 2029. If you want to listen to more about the struggles facing UK nightlife, listen to The Observer’s podcast We Have Notes HERE. Writer: Serena Cesareo Producer: Serena Cesareo Host: Ada Barumé Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore
7 mins • S1, E1211
The Gaza peace deal faces obstacles
The current ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is phase one of the peace deal: a downing of arms to allow the exchange of prisoners and hostages in a set timeframe. But phase two of the plan remains vague.
9 mins • S1, E1210
Graduates vs. AI
A wave of new graduates has taken to social media to complain that entry-level roles are disappearing as AI takes over. The Observer’s team analysed the data. Host: Claudia Williams Writer & Producer: Amalie Sortland Episode Photography: Joe Mee Executive producer: Rebecca Moore
9 mins • S1, E1209
Ceasefire in Gaza
After just over two years of devastating war, a ceasefire has finally been announced in Gaza. Host: Ada Barumé Writer & Producer: Amalie Sortland, with reporting by Lilly Cheslaw and Steve Bloomfield Episode Photography: Joe Mee Executive producer: Rebecca Moore
6 mins • S1, E1207
Why Tony Blair is part of Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza
Talks are underway in Egypt to try and secure an end to Israel’s war on Gaza. For the first time in two years the sides might agree to end the conflict. Under a US proposal former British PM, Tony Blair, who is a divisive figure in the region, would have a major role overseeing the peace process.
8 mins • S1, E1206
The rise of anti-trans threats in the US
Since Donald Trump’s return to office, trans Americans are facing unprecedented legal and social threats - with some now seeking asylum abroad. But for those living in fear, the options for escape are limited.
8 mins • S1, E1205
Legal Aid broken down
A cyber attack on the government’s Legal Aid Agency is hampering the legal aid system. Writer: Poppy Bullard Producer: Amalie Sortland Host: Tomini Babs Episode photography: Joe Mee Executive Producer: Rebecca Moore
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