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LIVE At Castfest: The Brexit Campaign 10 Years On
Adam and Chris look back at 2016 and the EU referendum.
04 May 2026,47 mins
Electioncast: The Mega May Run In
We look ahead at a massive week in British politics.
03 May 2026,42 mins
Is Being Jewish Unsafe in the UK?
There’s been a string of violent incidents targeting Jewish people.
02 May 2026,33 mins
Electioncast: What’s Happening In England?
Adam, Chris and Alex take a closer look at the English local authority elections.
01 May 2026,30 mins
The Week: The Price Of The Iran War
Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?
30 Apr 2026,32 mins
What The King Did (And Didn’t) Say To Trump
Decoding what the King said to President Trump.
29 Apr 2026,47 mins
The Morgan McSweeney Evidence
And, MPs vote against Starmer facing parliamentary inquiry over Mandelson vetting.
28 Apr 2026,36 mins
The King Arrives In The US, But Can He Mend The Special Relationship?
The King lands in Washington for four day state visit.
27 Apr 2026,35 mins
BONUS! Live At Castfest: The Newscast Q&A!
Adam, Chris and Henry answer Newscasters' questions!
27 Apr 2026,35 mins
Gunshots At Trump's Press Dinner
The president is rushed to safety and a gunman is arrested.
26 Apr 2026,34 mins
LIVE At Castfest: Could Trump Use The Falklands To Punish The UK?
A report suggests the US could review its position on Britain's claim to the territory.
25 Apr 2026,41 mins
Electioncast: Will Another Week Of Starmer Drama Impact The Elections?
We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail
24 Apr 2026,41 mins
The Week: How Much Danger Is Keir Starmer In?
Do Labour MPs feel Starmer can recover from the Mandelson saga?
23 Apr 2026,33 mins
Keir Starmer v The Civil Service
What effect has the Mandelson saga had on the PM’s relationship with the civil service?
22 Apr 2026,42 mins
The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins
Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting.
21 Apr 2026,34 mins,
MPs Grill Starmer Over Mandelson (Again)
PM defends his actions over the appointment of Mandelson.
20 Apr 2026,39 mins
Is The Strait Of Hormuz Actually Open (Or Shut) Right Now?
Plus, the government digs in over the Mandelson vetting row.
19 Apr 2026,33 mins
Mandelson Failed Security Vetting: What Happens Next?
The Prime Minister is once again facing calls to resign.
18 Apr 2026,36 mins
Mandelson Failed Security Vetting: The Prime Minister Speaks Out
Keir Starmer says it's 'staggering' he wasn’t told Mandelson failed security vetting.
17 Apr 2026,47 mins
Mandelson Failed Security Vetting: Who Knew What, When?
Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says.
16 Apr 2026,33 mins
The Legal Advisers Helping Migrants Pose As Gay
The BBC investigation into the abuse of the asylum system.
15 Apr 2026,33 mins
Can We Afford To Keep The UK Safe?
Former Nato chief warns UK's national security 'in peril'.
14 Apr 2026,31 mins
The "Systemic Failures" Before The Southport Attack
Inquiry finds Southport killer's family and authorities could have prevented attack.
13 Apr 2026,37 mins
US-Iran Talks Fail... What Happens Next?
And what stopped an agreement?
12 Apr 2026,25 mins
US-Iran Peace Talks + Artemis II Returns
It’s a historic day.
11 Apr 2026,33 mins
Electioncast: What’s Happening In Wales?
Everything you need to know about the Senedd elections.
10 Apr 2026,35 mins
The Defence Secretary Interview: The Covert Russian Submarine Operation
British warship and aircraft deployed to deter Russian submarine action.
09 Apr 2026,28 mins
US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed (For Now)
US & Iran agree a ceasefire but how long will it last?
08 Apr 2026,30 mins
Trump Threatens ‘Whole Civilisation Will Die Tonight’
Trump warns "a whole civilisation will die tonight" unless Iran reaches a deal.
07 Apr 2026,36 mins
The ‘Not Fit For Purpose’ Department - Part 3
Covering the Home Office.
04 Apr 2026,41 mins