The News Meeting

What impact has the killing of two senior Hamas leaders had on the negotiations?To find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning foreign correspondent Christina Lamb on what should lead the news.She also explains why she sticks with stories after other journalists have moved on and tries to find bright spots to reignite interest in them.Email: [email protected]:Christina Lamb, chief foreign correspondent at the Sunday TimesCat Neilan, political editor at TortoisePatricia Clarke, reporter at TortoiseHost: Ceri Thomas, editor at TortoiseProducer: Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The disorder and violence that has followed the attack in Southport has been condemned as “thuggery,” and an insult to a grieving community. What does it tell us about Britain’s far right? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US athlete is seeking redemption at the Paris Olympics, but what does her story tell us about the politics of doping?To find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise app – for a listening experience curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess Winch is joined by guests to make sense of three big stories and decide which one should lead the news.Email: [email protected]:Cat Neilan, political editor at TortoiseChloe Hadjimatheou, narrative editor at TortoiseKatherine Denkinson, freelance investigative journalistHost: Jess Winch, news editor at TortoiseProducers: Casey Magloire and Rebecca MooreExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How have the two main parties interpreted the election result? John and Rachel look at how they’ve reacted to what they think voters were telling them and how this moment compares to 1997 when Labour last won a landslide.Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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]:Lauren Frayer, NPR International correspondentStephen Armstrong, reporter at TortoiseChloe Hadjimatheou, narrative editor at TortoiseHost: David Taylor, editor at TortoiseProducers: Casey Magloire and Rebecca MooreExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 curated by our journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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] out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19th August to be entered into a draw to win £250 and Tortoise merch.Guests:Hashi Mohamed, barrister and contributing editor at TortoiseYasmin Alibhai-Brown, journalist, author and columnistStephen Armstrong, reporter at TortoiseHost: Giles Whittell, deputy editor at TortoiseProducers: Casey Magloire and Rebecca MooreExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 premium audio offerings and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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]:Dave Taylor, editor at TortoiseJess Winch, news editor at TortoiseKatie Riley, data editor at TortoiseHost: James Harding, Tortoise’s editor Producer: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Jasper CorbettTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] out the Tortoise listener survey by Monday 19th August to be entered into a draw to win £250 and Tortoise swag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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]:Cat Neilan, political editor at TortoiseAreeba Hamid, joint executive director of Greenpeace UKGreg Swenson, chairman of Republicans Overseas UKHost: Giles Whittell, deputy editor at TortoiseProducer: Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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]:Dave Taylor, editor at TortoiseDavid Rhodes, executive chairman of Sky NewsPatricia Clarke, reporter at TortoiseHost: Giles Whittell, deputy editor at TortoiseProducer: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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]:Lord Ken Macdonald, former director of public prosecutions and co-host of Double Jeopardy, the law and politics podcastCat Neilan, political editor at Tortoise.Alexi Mostrous, investigations editor at TortoiseHost: Ceri Thomas, editor at TortoiseProducer: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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 LondonHosts: John Curtice and Rachel WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 journalistsSubscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free contentBecome a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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]:Cat Neilan, political editor at TortoiseJess Winch, news editor at Tortoise,Lesley Riddoch, broadcaster and columnist at The NationalHost: James Harding, editor-in-chief at TortoiseProducer: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After its landslide victory in the general election, what are the Labour government’s priorities for its first days in office?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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The seam of anger and disillusion in UK politics is wide and deep. But Thursday’s vote offers us a reason to hope, too.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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Curtice and Rachel Wolf discuss the election results and what they mean? Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When he entered Downing Street as prime minister Keir Starmer said "our work is urgent - and we begin it today." In this episode James Harding is joined by special guests to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the incoming Labour government.Former Labour cabinet minister Ben Bradshaw and Camilla Cavendish, head of David Cameron’s policy unit, offer their advice to MPs and cabinet ministers who are about to start their new jobs.Email: [email protected]:Cat Neilan, political editor at TortoiseCamilla Cavendish, head of David Cameron’s policy unit and FT columnistBen Bradshaw, former Labour MP and cabinet ministerHost: James Harding, editor-in-chief at TortoiseProducer: Patricia Clarke and Rebecca MooreExecutive producer: Lewis VickersTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keir Starmer's party has won the general election with a landslide, ending 14 years of Conservative-led government. This is how election night unfolded.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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s nearly a week since Joe Biden’s terrible performance in that debate against Donald Trump and the panic in the Democratic party has reached fever pitch. In this special episode James Harding is joined by Susan Glasser from The New Yorker, crisis management consultant Dan McGinn and former US ambassador Matthew Barzun.Email: [email protected]:Susan Glasser, staff writer at The New YorkerMatthew Barzun, former US ambassador to London and Tortoise chairmanDan McGinn, crisis communication and reputation management consultantHost: James Harding, editor-in-chief at TortoiseProducer: Lewis Vickers and Casey MagloireTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the eve of the election John explains how the exit polls work.Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel WolfTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new academic paper says journalists regularly overstate the harms of online misinformation. In our final episode, Alexi Mostrous and Patricia Clarke speak to the paper’s author and reflect on their own reporting from the frontlines of the digital election campaign.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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a few days to go until the election, James Harding is joined by three guests and an audience in Manchester to discuss the stories that should be leading the news.Email: [email protected]:Joshi Herrmann, founder of The MillNazir Afzal, chancellor of Manchester University and former chief crown prosecutor for north west EnglandMaria Farnell, employment lawyer and founder of business strategy firm AthelisHost: James Harding, editor-in-chief at TortoiseProducer: Rebecca Moore and Casey MagloireExecutive Producer: Lewis Vickers 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reform has emerged as the most dominant political party on social media ahead of the election, but what impact will this have on the results?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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Joe Biden’s debate disaster, what might happen next? Plus Julian Assange is freed, the prime ministerial debate between Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak, and what we can do about political corruption.Email: [email protected] your free ticket to be in the audience for our next election special in Manchester on Monday 1st July: https://www.tortoisemedia.com/thinkin/the-news-meeting-manchester/ Guests:Simon Kuper, columnist at the Financial Times and author of ‘Good Chaps’Giles Whittell, world affairs editor at TortoiseKatie Riley, data editor at TortoiseCat Neilan, political editor at TortoiseChloe Hadjimatheou, narrative editor at TortoiseHost: James Harding, editor-in-chief at TortoiseProducer: Lewis Vickers and Casey MagloireTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Labour look set to win a huge majority in Thursday’s general election. But a large and unlikely coalition of voters will be left wondering whether they’ve been heard at all.Listen to the latest episode of Trendy now.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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the online election campaign look like? Who are the parties trying to reach and how effective are they? John Curtice and Rachel Wolf are joined by Kate Dommett, professor of digital politics at Sheffield University.  Hosts: John Curtice and Rachel WolfGuest: Kate Dommett, professor of digital politics at Sheffield UniversityTo 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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the big social media platforms doing enough to tackle election misinformation? Or could they be doing too much?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 moreIf you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact [email protected]  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.