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UkrainecastQ&A: Trump vs Medvedev, a US defection and revisiting the minerals dealOn Thursday, Ukraine’s parliament waved through a bill reversing controversial changes to domestic anti-corruption bodies. The near-unanimous vote wiped out any remaining uncertainty over the future of the institutions, after Zelensky had largely caved to pressure following widespread demonstrations last week. Meanwhile - despite a shorter-term deadline set by President Trump for a ceasefire - Russia has continued its aerial campaign on Ukrainian targets, with strikes on more than two dozen targets in Kyiv on Thursday killing at least eight, and injuring more than 130 others.This week, Lucy and Vitaly are joined by the BBC’s Ukra...2025-07-3127 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Another deadline, Zelensky's reshuffle, and France snubs Trump?Is the Kremlin concerned about Donald Trump’s threat of secondary tariffs in 50 days? Why has President Zelensky overhauled his cabinet? And could other countries follow suit after France reportedly opted out of the NATO purchase of US arms for Ukraine?Lucy and Vitaly attempt to answer all of that and more with the help of Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse and BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Laurie Kalus and Polly Hope. The social producer was Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Dafydd...2025-07-1725 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Trump turns on Putin, Ukrainian infighting, and Turkey's diplomatic tightropeIs Donald Trump changing his rhetoric on Ukraine? Has he directed allies in Congress to accelerate a new sanctions package targeting Russia? And could infighting among high-ranking Ukrainian officials prove to be a damaging distraction in their country’s war effort?Lucy and Vitaly answer all that, and consider the delicate diplomatic balance Turkey is attempting to strike during this conflict, alongside the BBC’s Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Laurie Kalus and Polly Hope. The technical producer was Jonny Baker. The social...2025-07-1025 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Suspended US weapons, Macron-Putin call and Russian oppositionAfter the US paused the delivery of some weapons to Ukraine pledged under the Biden administration, how soon will the impact be felt on the front line? As Russia claims full control of Luhansk, what is life like for Ukrainians living in occupied territories? And is Ukraine united behind the Russian opposition movement?Lucy and Vitaly answer all that, and discuss French President Emmanuel Macron’s call with Vladimir Putin, alongside BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson, and our diplomatic correspondent James Landale.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were L...2025-07-0324 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Trump's moral compass, the Nato summit and war crimesThe Nato summit in The Hague did get member states to agree on ramping up their defence spending - and seemed to placate Donald Trump. But has this week changed anything for Ukraine? What happened to the prior US “two-week deadline” to agree a ceasefire - and will those sought-after Patriot missiles ever arrive in Kyiv? Jamie Coomarasamy and Vitaly Shevchenko answer all that, and discuss the knotty details of prosecuting alleged war crimes with BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson and the Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse. The producers were Laurie Kalus, Rufus Gray, and Polly Hope. The technical producer was Da...2025-06-2625 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Middle East escalation, Russia’s threat to Nato and fibre optic dronesAs oil prices rise, is escalation in the Middle East between Israel and Iran a positive development for Russia? How successful has Ukraine been in downing Russia’s fibre optic drone capacity? And is the Kremlin really intent on extending its invasion beyond Nato borders?Lucy and Vitaly answer all that, and discuss the impact of the latest western sanctions with BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson and Matthew Savill of the Royal United Services Institute. The producers were Laurie Kalus and Polly Hope. The technical producer was James Piper. The series producer is Tim Walklate. The senior news...2025-06-1923 min

UkrainecastHow has the ‘Spider Web’ drone attack hurt Russia?On Sunday, more than 100 Ukrainian drones struck air bases deep inside Russia. According to some estimates, the operation dubbed ‘Spider Web’ may have successfully damaged or destroyed up to a third of Russia’s fleet of strategic bombers. So what impact might this have on its aerial capability?We‘re joined in the studio by Major General Jonathan Shaw, former Assistant Chief of the UK’s Defence Staff. And with Ukraine’s drone industry in the spotlight, we speak to Kseniia Kalmus, a drone manufacturer who co-founded a volunteer-led workshop in Kyiv.Today’s episode is presented b...2025-06-0328 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Peace deadlines, US sanctions and Russia's threat to FinlandDoes Trump understand Putin’s motives? Can Western sanctions actually threaten Russia’s economy? Are Russian troops really amassing at Finland’s border - and how worried should we be about that?Those are some of the questions you’ve sent us in over the last week and in this episode, Lucy and Vitaly are joined by James and BBC news presenter Sumi Somaskanda to try and answer them.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producer was Laurie Kalus. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The series producer is Tim Walkla...2025-05-2221 min

NewscastStarmer’s Winter Fuel U-TurnToday, we look at a U-turn from the government, after the Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ease cuts to winter fuel payments.More than 10 million pensioners lost out on the payments, worth up to £300, when the pension top-up became means-tested last year.Adam and Chris Mason discuss with Starmer’s former political director Luke Sullivan. Also, England will be the first country in the world to start vaccinating people against the STI gonorrhoea. Health and science correspondent James Gallagher explains what’s going on.You can now listen to Newscast on a sma...2025-05-2144 min

UkrainecastNo Putin, no Trump, but talks to begin?President Zelensky has said he's sending his defence minister to peace negotiations with Russia in Istanbul - but adds that Russia is "not serious" about "real talks".With discussions between the two countries seemingly likely to happen in some form, is this progress? Are we on the path to peace? Lucy is joined by Vitaly in Istanbul and Lyse Doucet in Abu Dhabi.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Laurie Kalus, Ben Carter, Samantha Granville and Kyla Hermannsen. The technical producer was James Piper. The series producer is...2025-05-1519 min

UkrainecastWhat do we actually know about the Istanbul peace talks?The world is holding its breath ahead of mooted peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul on Thursday. But what are the discussions likely to look like, and crucially who will attend? With Donald Trump on a tour of the Gulf nations, the White House says it plans to send senior representatives to Turkey, while hinting that the US President could yet make a personal appearance. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meanwhile, has confirmed he will travel to the capital Ankara, and doubled down on his challenge to Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to meet face-to-face....2025-05-1328 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Minerals deal, security guarantees and Nato membershipAfter months of tense negotiations Ukraine and the US have signed a much-anticipated natural resources deal - and YOU have lots of questions about it.Why is Ukraine going ahead with it? Can it still join NATO? What could the US offer Russia?Lucy is joined by Ukraine correspondent James Waterhouse, BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson and diplomatic correspondent James Landale to answer these and more.Today’s episode is presented by Lucy Hockings. The producers were Laurie Kalus and Ben Carter. The technical producer was Jack Graysmark. The series producer is Tim Walk...2025-05-0131 min

UkrainecastQ&A: Trump's peace plan, Crimea and the latest Kyiv attackWhat if the US pulls out of peace talks? Do other Republicans agree with President Trump’s position on the war? And could Ukraine monetise its drone industry?Jamie and Vitaly are joined by diplomatic correspondent James Landale and BBC Verify’s Olga Robinson to answer these questions and more on the conflict.And we check in with friend of the podcast, Vitalii Pashchenko, who got caught up in Russian airstrikes on Kyiv overnight.Today’s episode is presented by Jamie Coomarasamy and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Ben Carter and Laurie Kalus. The te...2025-04-2433 min

UkrainecastAre Chinese soldiers fighting for Putin’s Russia?President Zelensky says two Chinese citizens have been captured while fighting for Russia in the Donetsk region. But how did they end up in Ukraine and what does this mean for the future of the conflict?General Sir Nick Carter, former chief of the UK's defence staff, is in the studio to discuss this latest development, as well as whether the world order as we know it has changed for good, and if the UK would ever consider compulsory military service.Also, how has President Trump’s tariffs announcement been received in Ukraine? James Waterhouse se...2025-04-0823 min

The Global StoryThe scandal sinking an Oscars campaignEmilia Pérez is the most talked-about movie of awards season. But despite a divisive premise about a Mexican drug boss seeking gender affirming surgery, it's the fallout off-screen which is causing controversy. The re-emergence of offensive tweets by its lead star, trans actress Karla Sofía Gascón, has derailed the movie's momentum. After promoters pivoted to remove her from marketing, the film has still seen significant success, but ahead of the Oscars, debate is growing about the extent to which this scandal has harmed its performance.Lucy Hockings is joined by BBC culture reporter Noor Nan...2025-02-2824 min

The Global StoryHow can Europe defend itself without the United States?With the Trump administration threatening to redirect America's foreign defence spending from Ukraine and Europe to other parts of the world, European leaders are grappling with what the future of their security could be without US support. Jonny Dymond is joined by the BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale. They discuss the threat of Russia and how Europe could defend its borders if the United States were to withdraw its money and manpower from the continent. The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We want your ideas, stories and experiences to help...2025-02-1824 min

The Global StoryWhat Trump's victory means for the worldLeaders across the world have been reacting to Donald Trump's stunning victory in the US presidential election. America's president-elect returns to the global stage in the context of multiple ongoing conflicts, and economic uncertainty for major players. So as international governments adjust to his seismic comeback, how might the policy decisions of a second Trump administration be felt worldwide?On this episode Lucy Hockings is joined by the BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale, to discuss the potential implications in Ukraine, the Middle East, China, Europe, and beyond...The Global Story brings you trusted insights from...2024-11-0726 min

The Global StoryCanada, India, and their diplomatic death spiralCanada and India are locked in a fierce diplomatic row, after Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau doubled down on allegations that senior Indian officials were involved in the murder of a Sikh activist on Canadian soil. Delhi has called the claims "preposterous", and last week the two nations expelled their top diplomats, as relations sank to a historic low. Such a rapid public escalation between democracies is considered largely unprecedented in modern diplomacy, so how are Canada's western allies reacting?On this episode Caitríona Perry is joined by the BBC's South Asia correspondent Samira Hussain, and d...2024-10-2425 min

The Global StoryAmerica and... the war in UkraineCould the US election result threaten support for Kyiv? Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the United States has led the world in providing aid to Kyiv, with contributions totalling more than $175bn. But agreeing additional assistance in Congress has become increasingly difficult, with the attention of the Republican right fixed on domestic priorities. So, as November's presidential election approaches, what could victory for either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump mean for the trajectory of the war?For the latest in a series of episodes about how the impact of the US election will be felt...2024-10-1525 min

The Global StoryWar in Ukraine: Jailed for helping RussiaAlmost 2,000 Ukrainians have been convicted of collaborating with Moscow since Russia's invasion of their country in 2022. But, the UN and others say the legislation under which they were sentenced is being applied too broadly, and fails to show empathy towards those living under occupation. As Kyiv focusses on a new front in the ground war inside Russia, we hear from eastern Ukraine, where some feel they have been unfairly targeted by their government.The BBC's Ukraine correspondent, James Waterhouse, joins Caitríona Perry to recount the testimonies of those accused of collaboration, and discuss how the Kursk i...2024-08-2926 min

The Global StoryJoe Biden out, Kamala Harris in?A growing number of senior Democrats are throwing their support behind Kamala Harris to become the party's presidential nominee, after Joe Biden dramatically quit the race. The US president withdrew from November's election on Sunday, having faced weeks of calls to step aside following a calamitous TV debate against Republican opponent Donald Trump. President Biden immediately endorsed his vice president as his favoured candidate, who says she intends to "earn and win" the nomination.In this episode, James Reynolds is joined by former BBC Washington correspondent Nick Bryant and special correspondent Jim Naughtie for their reaction. And...2024-07-2227 min

The Climate QuestionBonus Ep: the climate activists who sued their government (and won)In this extra episode, Graihagh Jackson hears from our friends on BBC podcast The Global Story about a case that could change the history of climate activism.For nearly a decade, a group of elderly women argued that Switzerland’s weak climate policies violated their human rights. Their victory – the first of its kind in the European Court of Human Rights – sets a precedent 46 countries must now follow. The BBC's climate reporter, Georgina Rannard, has been covering the case for years. She shares the women’s personal stories with presenter James Reynolds, while climate lawyer Sophie Marjanac explains...2024-04-2628 min

The Global StoryWill politics steal the show at the Eurovision Song Contest?As war continues in Gaza, a cultural row is flaring on the other side of the world over Israel’s involvement in the 2024 edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. The country’s act was initially blocked from entering the world's largest music competition as its proposed lyrics were deemed too political, but they have since been cleared to compete. This has outraged many on social media, with some fans calling for other countries to boycott the event.Eurovision's organisers, the European Broadcasting Union, insist the contest is apolitical, but they have invited scrutiny in recent years particularly over...2024-03-1123 min

The Global StoryHow Denmark became a super producer of viral 'skinny jabs'Demand for ‘Hollywood’ weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, has turned a once-niche Danish pharmaceutical firm into Europe’s most valuable company. As Novo Nordisk’s stock price skyrockets, it’s outsizing Denmark’s economy, and its growth has been credited with single-handedly staving off a national recession. James Reynolds examines how Novo is viewed by Danes, and what it’s doing to stay ahead of international competitors, with BBC reporter in Copenhagen, Adrienne Murray.The Global Story brings you trusted insights from BBC journalists worldwide. We’re keen to hear from you, wherever you are in the world. We wa...2024-02-1922 min $Holly-J\'s Podcast$ Holly-J's PodcastYoshi @ Wah Wah | 6-7am | 25th October 2010YOSHI - Recovery SetRecorded 6-7am @ Wah Wah Lounge Melbourne 25th October 2010Track Listing:1. Touch & Go - Dean Del Rx2. Break Stuff - Holly-J Rx3. 50 Cent In The Club - Eddie Stephens Rx4. Unknown - Kalus5. Get Your Freak On - Circus Circus Rx6. Peak - Alfdeep7. Glitter - Choobz Rx8. Snapdragon - Red Robin & Jakob Hilden9. Trouble In Red Light District - Unknown10. My Neck My Back - Beau J Rx11. Spank - Choobz Rx12. Yayaya - Samuel James Rx13. Sweedish...2020-09-3059 min

Newcastle Fans Show on Love SportWill the Fans Boycott? The Gunners are up next and a look ahead to the season andCharlie Hawkins was joined by Aaron Stokes from the Daily Express, Matt Ketchell of MOTD Mag & Love Sport's resident Geordie Laurie Kalus to talk all about the turmoil at St. James Park this summer.2019-08-0752 min