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Today in Focus

The Guardian

Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining storytelling with insightful analysis and personal testimonies, the podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. And, in the run up to the US Election, Lucy Hough presents US Election Extra, a daily series of short updates, running alongside the regular Today in Focus podcast. Today in Focus is unmatched in both scope and depth, delivering analysis and storytelling from right across the planet. With a global network of over 900 journalists and five dedicated editions covering news in the US, UK, Australia, Europe, and beyond, the Guardian offers comprehensive reporting across every continent. Most recently we have introduced new correspondents in the Caribbean, South America and Africa.

  • 33 minutes 57 seconds
    Revisited: The Israeli negotiator who talks to Hamas
    Gershon Baskin on his experience as a hostage negotiator in the Israel-Palestine conflict Because of industrial action taking place by members of the National Union of Journalists at the Guardian and Observer this week, we are re-running an episode from earlier in the year.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    6 December 2024, 3:00 am
  • 30 minutes 53 seconds
    Revisited: The chilling policy to cut Greenland’s high birth rate
    In the 1960s the birthrate in Greenland was one of the highest in the world. Then it plunged. Decades later, women have finally begun speaking out about what happened Because of industrial action taking place by members of the National Union of Journalists at the Guardian and Observer this week, we are re-running an episode from earlier in the year.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    5 December 2024, 3:00 am
  • 33 minutes 2 seconds
    The Syrian civil war and a stunning reversal for the Assad regime
    Foreign correspondent Ruth Michaelson explains how President Bashar al-Assad’s government lost Aleppo, Syria’s second-biggest city, and who the Islamist militants are who have taken control there Because of industrial action taking place by members of the National Union of Journalists at the Guardian and Observer this week, you may notice some disruption to the availability of new episodes in your Guardian podcast feeds in the coming days. All the work on this episode was done before the strike action began. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    4 December 2024, 3:00 am
  • 24 minutes 11 seconds
    Why Joe Biden pardoned his son
    Hunter Biden was awaiting sentencing for gun and tax offences when, suddenly, his father pardoned him. Has family loyalty been put above presidential integrity? Chris Michael explains. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    3 December 2024, 3:00 am
  • 34 minutes 32 seconds
    New Zealand: the fight to protect Māori rights
    In what could be the biggest protest march in New Zealand’s history, 42,000 people took to the roads over fears Māori rights are being dismantled. Eva Corlett reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    2 December 2024, 3:00 am
  • 30 minutes 39 seconds
    Lebanon: a fragile ceasefire in a shattered nation
    After two months of total war and terrible destruction, an uneasy peace has fallen on Lebanon. Will Christou reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    29 November 2024, 3:00 am
  • 33 minutes 35 seconds
    Assisted dying: a historic vote comes to parliament
    Deputy political editor Jessica Elgot explains how the assisted dying bill came to the House of Commons this week, and how MPs are feeling about their vote. Dr Lucy Thomas speaks about her experience in palliative care and her fears if MPs vote the bill through. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    28 November 2024, 3:00 am
  • 29 minutes 23 seconds
    The rise of ketamine addiction in the UK
    Journalist Elle Hunt and recovered addict Jack Curran talk about the rise of ketamine use in Britain and its sometimes devastating impact. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    27 November 2024, 3:00 am
  • 37 minutes 55 seconds
    The Israeli settlers preparing to move to Gaza
    While Palestinians are fleeing the war, one group of Israelis are planning for beachfront homes on the strip. Bethan McKernan and Ruth Michaelson report. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    26 November 2024, 3:00 am
  • 24 minutes 56 seconds
    A mystery in Finnish Lapland, and what it means for the climate crisis
    Biodiversity and environment reporter Patrick Greenfield travels to Finnish Lapland to investigate the disappearance of its carbon sink, and its implications for the fight against global heating. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    25 November 2024, 3:00 am
  • 34 minutes 51 seconds
    Nigel Farage and his ‘historic mission’: on the ground with Reform UK
    Today in Focus presenter Helen Pidd goes out on the road – to Birmingham, Stalybridge and Clacton – to chart Nigel Farage’s bid to transform Reform UK into a modern, professional political party. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
    22 November 2024, 3:00 am
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