Sweeping changes to the welfare system are putting Prime Minister Keir Starmer under pressure. In this episode we hear from The London Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford on what cuts to the Personal Independence Payment and other benefits could mean for some of the most vulnerable in society.

We also hear from The Standard’s food and drink writer Josh Barrie about the hidden gem in Holborn where retro arcade games are going from seaside sideshow to centre stage.

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Trump’s Trade war is escalating - tariffs on steel and aluminium are in place and key trade partners are hitting back.

We hear from The London Standard’s Business Editor, Jonathan Prynn, about the impact of this uncertainty on the markets and how it's being felt by the tech tycoons.

Also in this episode we hear from Homes and Property Editor Prudence Ivey on the secret lives of London’s mega mansions.

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In today’s episode, Nicola Barron from Masterclasses for The London Standard is joined by journalist and author Erica Buist. Erica has written for The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and Newsweek, covering everything from death festivals around the world to the internet’s strangest subcultures.

With AI reshaping the media landscape and the future of journalism under scrutiny, Erica makes the case for why quality reporting matters more than ever. She shares insights on pitching, storytelling, and standing out in a rapidly changing industry.

Erica will also be leading a journalism masterclass on Monday 28 April, covering everything from getting published to finding original stories—with the chance for one-to-one feedback on your work.

For more from Erica Buist:

Visit standard.co.uk/masterclasses to book her session.

Buy her book: This Party’s Dead is available now.

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The Prime Minister plans to abolish NHS England to 'cut bureaucracy' and bring the health service under government control, promising better patient care.

To find out more Helena Wadia joins The London Standard’s Chief Political Correspondent, Rachael Burford.

In part two, can Sir Sadiq Khan clean up the capital’s rivers and make waterways swimmable? We’re joined by The London Standard’s Local Democracy Reporter Noah Vickers, after his walk through Walthamstow Wetlands with the Mayor of London.

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Although discussions around climate change, with a focus on global warming, have been on-going for decades, there is a scenario which could see London facing extremely cold weather as the norm. So what happens to the capital if climate change gets out of control? Joining the podcast is climate scientist James Stewart, who has been writing about this very scenario for The London Standard.

Plus, The London Standard's City Hall and Transport Editor, Ross Lydall, reveals the best and worst commuter stations. Does yours make the latest poll, and why does it matter?

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A US military fuel tanker and a cargo ship that collided off the coast of England, setting both vessels ablaze and spilling jet fuel into the North Sea, has raised concerns about the environmental impacts. How bad is the damage, and what happens next? Helena Wadia speaks with Marine Conservation Society CEO Sandy Luk about the potential risks to marine life and protected waters.

In part two, we join The London Standard’s Crime Editor, Anthony France, to discuss the shocking rate of phone snatching in the capital. 

Figures from the Metropolitan Police show one phone is stolen in London every seven-and-a-half minutes.

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It’s Commonwealth Day and King Charles III has turned music show host to mark the occasion.

Presenting an hour-long show on Apple Music 1, the King is showcasing music from around the Commonwealth as well as some of his personal favourites.

But what is Commonwealth Day and what does this 21st-century celebration say about today’s monarchy?

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Ed Owens, historian of the modern British monarchy, royal commentator and author of After Elizabeth, Can the Monarchy Save Itself? to talk about the King’s song selection and the drive to make the Royals feel more relatable…

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In today’s episode, Nicola Barron from Masterclasses for The London Standard is joined by Johannes Cullberg – entrepreneur, food industry expert, and author of Unprocess Your Diet in 30 Days.

They discuss the rise of ultra-processed foods and how they’ve taken over our diets. Johannes offers practical advice on making small, sustainable changes to improve your health without drastic restrictions or extreme diets.

Johannes’s session from The Bigger Life Festival is available to watch until 17 March.

For more from Johannes Cullberg:

Visit standard.co.uk/masterclasses to access his session.

Buy Johannes’s Book:

Unprocess Your Diet in 30 Days is available now.

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The London Standard’s business editor, Jonathan Prynn, joins us to discuss this year's remarkable rise in the FTSE 100. For an hour or so, the City’s famous index of shares in leading British listed companies grew for the first time in history, above the 8900 mark. So, what has driven this sudden reappraisal of the UK and the London stock market?

In part two, we’re joined by award-winning children’s author and screenwriter Frank Cottrell-Boyce to discuss this year’s London Book Fair, could AI write a better story?

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