US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has has accused China of funding wars, despite their ongoing financial support of Israel’s war in Gaza. Plus: ahead of London mayoral candidate – we speak to the Green Party candidate Zoe Garbett. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.Por Novara Media

The exhortation to “read some effing Orwell!” is an old chestnut of the online left, whether ironic or sincere, or somewhere in between. But if we’re looking for a writer whose body of work truly anticipates the world we live in now – globalised, postcolonial, postmodern – we might instead turn to the American Marxist cultural critic Fredric Jameso…

Power-sharing in the Scottish Parliament has collapsed after First Minister Humaza Yousaf ditched the SNP’s coalition agreement with the Scottish Greens. We speak to author and political commentator Gerry Hassan. Plus: Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken out against US college students protesting Israel’s war in Gaza; and Labour announce their plans to n…

The exhortation to “read some effing Orwell!” is an old chestnut of the online left, whether ironic or sincere, or somewhere in between. But if we’re looking for a writer whose body of work truly anticipates the world we live in now – globalised, postcolonial, postmodern – we might instead turn to the American Marxist cultural critic Fredric Jameso…

Following the discovery of new mass graves in Gaza since the start of April, The UN Human Rights Commissioner has now called for a full investigation. Plus: Channel 4’s tell-all interview with an anonymous IDF soldier; and Michael Walker debates Tom Harwood on no-fault evictions. With @NoJusticeMTG .…

In the wake of the Rwanda bill passing its final parliamentary hurdle, five people have tragically died whilst crossing the channel. Plus: Pro-Palestinian protests spread to multiple universities across the U.S; and Starmer lays it on thick for St George’s day. With Aaron Bastani and Michael Walker.Por Novara Media

Ash and Moya ask if honesty is the best policy when it comes to our friend’s partners, before tackling two dilemmas about unwanted friendship and non-monogamous marriage. Plus: an important new personality test. Catch Moya in conversation with Yomi Adegoke, author of The List, at Intelligence Squared in London on 29 April – use the code SPEAK25 for…

Rishi Sunak is trying to rescue his premiership by reviving his favourite dead end policy – stopping small boats. Plus: the truth is revealed about Gideon Falter’s clash with police at a pro-Palestine march; and yet another lie about the October 7th attacks has fooled the media. With Michael Walker and @NoJusticeMTG .…

It’s not what you know; it’s what you can prove. For years, Forensic Architecture has exposed state crimes against civilians, nature, and humanity. This week on Downstream, Ash Sarkar meets its director Eyal Weizman to discuss Israel’s settler colonial project, the police killing of Mark Duggan, and how the testimony of blindfolded torture victims …

It’s not what you know; it’s what you can prove. For years, Forensic Architecture has exposed state crimes against civilians, nature, and humanity. This week on Downstream, Ash Sarkar meets its director Eyal Weizman to discuss Israel’s settler colonial project, the police killing of Mark Duggan, and how the testimony of blindfolded torture victims …

It’s not what you know; it’s what you can prove. For years, Forensic Architecture has exposed state crimes against civilians, nature, and humanity. This week on Downstream, Ash Sarkar meets its director Eyal Weizman to discuss Israel’s settler colonial project, the police killing of Mark Duggan, and how the testimony of blindfolded torture victims …

A lot of people are saying that fascism is on the rise. But what are we pointing to when we call a system, or a person, fascist? On this Trip, Nadia, Keir and Jem map out a complicated ideology, from its roots in 19th century industrialisation to its resurgence in ethnonationalism and eco-apartheid. Exploring how different political traditions try …

A lot of people are saying that fascism is on the rise. But what are we pointing to when we call a system, or a person, fascist? On this Trip, Nadia, Keir and Jem map out a complicated ideology, from its roots in 19th century industrialisation to its resurgence in ethnonationalism and eco-apartheid. Exploring how different political traditions try …

A lot of people are saying that fascism is on the rise. But what are we pointing to when we call a system, or a person, fascist? On this Trip, Nadia, Keir and Jem map out a complicated ideology, from its roots in 19th century industrialisation to its resurgence in ethnonationalism and eco-apartheid.Exploring how different political traditions try t…

Israel has launched another aerial attack on Iran. There is no indication that Iran will retaliate, potentially signalling a significant de-escalation. Plus: We speak to Alpa Shah about the Indian elections, which are set to be the largest in human history. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.Por Novara Media

The US and UK have issued new sanctions packages on Iran targeting individuals and suppliers of weapons parts. Plus: The Scottish government has dropped a 2030 emissions target for 2030; and the latest scandal coming from a Tory MP is truly bizarre. With Moya Lothian-McLean and @NoJusticeMTG .Por Novara Media

London is a foodie metropolis: undoubtedly one of the best places to eat in the world. But eating in London is also, like everything else in the city, shaped by its history as the capital of a globe-spanning empire. How did the contraction of this formal empire change infamously terrible British cuisine? How did multiculturalism become an excuse fo…

London is a foodie metropolis: undoubtedly one of the best places to eat in the world. But eating in London is also, like everything else in the city, shaped by its history as the capital of a globe-spanning empire. How did the contraction of this formal empire change infamously terrible British cuisine? How did multiculturalism become an excuse fo…

London is a foodie metropolis: undoubtedly one of the best places to eat in the world.But eating in London is also, like everything else in the city, shaped by its history as the capital of a globe-spanning empire.How did the contraction of this formal empire change infamously terrible British cuisine? How did multiculturalism become an excuse for …

Netanyahu has said Israel will make it’s “own decision” after restraint was urged by British foreign secretary David Cameron. Plus: Gordon Ramsay’s restaurant has been hit by squatters; and the desert city of Dubai is hit by extraordinary flooding. With Michael Walker and Tadhg Hickey.Por Novara Media

Israel has given its clearest indication of intent to respond to Iran, with senior spokesperson Daniel Hagari saying that Iran will not get off ‘scot-free’. Plus: a national conservatism conference featuring Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman in Brussels has been shut down by police; and smoking could be phased out for a generation by legislation mo…

Ash and Moya tackle the politics of sex appeal in response to the show’s first ever Mystery Question, and respond to a listener struggling with guilt after cheating. Plus: things not say in bed. Catch Moya in conversation with Yomi Adegoke, author of The List, at Intelligence Squared in London on 29 April – use the code SPEAK25 for 25% off tickets.…

The Israeli war cabinet are considering how to respond after Iran conducted a retaliatory attack on Israel with hundreds of drone missiles. We speak to Beirut-based journalist Séamus Malekafzali. Plus: David Cameron is caught out in a Sky interview which exposes the UK’s hypocrisy on Iran’s attack; and Rachel Riley has been forced to apologise for …

Keir Starmer has pledged to raise defence spending to 2.5% alongside a commitment to building new nuclear submarines. Plus: How China is set to dominate the electric vehicle; and U.S. intelligence warns that Iran could attack Israel imminently.Por Novara Media

US President Joe Biden has warned of a “significant attack” by Iran on Israel as tensions mount between the two nations. Plus: Sunak’s pledges are again under review after new data on NHS waiting lists is released; and there’s new hope for Julian Assange in this battle to resist extradition to the United States. With Ash Sarkar and @NoJusticeMTG .…

Centuries of colonial capitalism have reordered life on the planet and inside our bodies, from industrial farming and the uneven advances of modern medicine, to night shifts, chronic stress and inflammation. Has the system made us sick? That's the concern of Rupa Marya and Raj Patel, who join Eleanor Penny to talk about the history of medical injus…

Centuries of colonial capitalism have reordered life on the planet and inside our bodies, from industrial farming and the uneven advances of modern medicine, to night shifts, chronic stress and inflammation. Has the system made us sick? That’s the concern of Rupa Marya and Raj Patel, who join Eleanor Penny to talk about the history of medical injus…

Centuries of colonial capitalism have reordered life on the planet and inside our bodies, from industrial farming and the uneven advances of modern medicine, to night shifts, chronic stress and inflammation. Has the system made us sick? That’s the concern of Rupa Marya and Raj Patel, who join Eleanor Penny to talk about the history of medical injus…

A damning review into NHS services for trans children has been published and its findings have proven controversial. We speak to Natacha Kennedy from the Feminist Gender Equality Network and Dr Aidan Kelly, clinical director of Gender Plus. With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.Por Novara Media

Foreign secretary David Cameron has said that Britain will continue to sell arms to Israel. Plus: Germany are facing allegations of enabling genocide in Gaza at the international court of justice; and the son of a Labour mega-donor has won election to chair of Young Labour. With Aaron Bastani and @NoJusticeMTG .…

Moya and Ash think about how to stay hopeful when the future looks bleak, and give advice to listener whose marriage is suffering from major communication issues. Plus: Cowboy Carter. Got a problem? Tell us: ifispeak@novaramedia.com *Gossip, elevated.* Music by Matt Huxley.Por Novara Media

Israel has withdrawn nearly all its troops from Southern Gaza, leaving just one battalion remaining in the region. We speak to British-Israeli analyst and former Israeli negotiator Daniel Levy. With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.Por Novara Media

Abby Martin is an American journalist and activist, host of the interview series The Empire Files, and a co-founder of the citizen journalism website Media Roots. She joins Ash Sarkar to discuss her political journey after 9/11, working for the state broadcaster Russia Today, how Israelis really talk about Palestinians, and why she believes the wes…

Abby Martin is an American journalist and activist, host of the interview series The Empire Files, and a co-founder of the citizen journalism website Media Roots. She joins Ash Sarkar to discuss her political journey after 9/11, working for the state broadcaster Russia Today, how Israelis really talk about Palestinians, and why she believes the wes…

Abby Martin is an American journalist and activist, host of the interview series The Empire Files, and a co-founder of the citizen journalism website Media Roots. She joins Ash Sarkar to discuss her political journey after 9/11, working for the state broadcaster Russia Today, how Israelis really talk about Palestinians, and why she believes the wes…

Israel have released the findings of their investigation into the killing of aid workers by drone strike. Meanwhile, US president Joe Biden has issued an ultimatum to Benjamin Netanyahu on Gaza. Plus: we look into the history of Alan Duncan’s struggle with Israel; and an appearance on Sky News by Owen Jones has caused an online storm. With Michael …

Rishi Sunak is facing increasing calls to ban weapons sales to Israel after three British aid workers were killed by an IDF drone strike.Plus: we speak to artificial intelligence expert Professor Noel Sharkey about the news that the Israeli military have been using the technology to target Palestinians.With Moya Lothian-McLean and NoJusticeMTG.…

Rishi Sunak is facing increasing calls to ban weapons sales to Israel after three British aid workers were killed by an IDF drone strike. Plus: we speak to artificial intelligence expert Professor Noel Sharkey about the news that the Israeli military have been using the technology to target Palestinians. With Moya Lothian-McLean and @NoJusticeMTG .…

Why is it so expensive to rent in the UK? In a divisive new book, barrister Nick Bano places the blame squarely on price-gouging landlords, rejecting the conventional wisdom that calls for more new housing as a solution to the crisis. He goes head to head with Novara Live’s Michael Walker to explain the Marxist thinking behind Against Landlords: Ho…

Why is it so expensive to rent in the UK? In a divisive new book, barrister Nick Bano places the blame squarely on price-gouging landlords, rejecting the conventional wisdom that calls for more new housing as a solution to the crisis. He goes head to head with Novara Live’s Michael Walker to explain the thinking behind Against Landlords: How to Sol…

Why is it so expensive to rent in the UK? In a divisive new book, barrister Nick Bano places the blame squarely on price-gouging landlords, rejecting the conventional wisdom that calls for more new housing as a solution to the crisis. He goes head to head with Novara Live’s Michael Walker to explain the thinking behind Against Landlords: How to Sol…

The three British citizens killed in an Israeli airstrike on a humanitarian convoy in Gaza have been named, as pressure mounts on the government to end arms sales to Israel.Plus: We speak to surgeon Nick Maynard about his experiences as a volunteer medic in Gaza; and Krishnan Guru-Murthy puts Israel's new UK spokesperson through his paces.With Mich…