Novara Live

Dec 20 2024 300 ep. 61 mins 1.7k

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The biggest stories and guests from the UK and international left. Hosted by Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Ash Sarkar, Moya Lothian-McLean, Dalia Gebrial and more.

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Owen Jones Investigates the BBC’s Pro-Israel Bias

Dec 20 2024 66 mins

Reporting by Owen Jones reveals that many within the BBC do not view the organisation’s coverage of Israel as impartial. Plus: An interview with hunger striker Laila Soueif. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Landmark Ruling in French Mass Rape Trial

Dec 19 2024 60 mins

Dominique Pelicot has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after he was found guilty of drugging his wife, and arranging for dozens of men to rape her while unconscious. With Dalia Gebrial and NoJusticeMTG.

Starmer’s Labour Denies Pension Payouts For Waspi Women

Dec 18 2024 67 mins

Keir Starmer’s government has refused compensation payouts to what could amount to millions of pensioners. Plus: We look back at the biggest climate stories of the year. With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, Adrienne Buller and Tadhg Hickey.

Israel Drops “Earthquake Bomb” on Syria

Dec 17 2024 58 mins

An Israeli strike in Syria has caused tremors the size of a 3.1 magnitude earthquake. Plus: A Russian general is assassinated in Moscow; and Nigel Farage meets Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago. With Aaron Bastani and Ash Sarkar.

Prince Andrew Duped by Alleged Chinese Spy

Dec 16 2024 65 mins

Prince Andrew has been duped by an alleged Chinese spy, and is this milk additive to be avoided? With Ash Sarkar and Michael Walker

Ed Miliband Promises No Blackouts As He Sets Out Net Zero Plans

Dec 13 2024 57 mins

Ed Miliband has set out the government’s plan to decarbonise the UK’s energy supply. Plus: Tokyo’s upcoming implementation of a four-day week; and we speak to an expert about the risks of biological research. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.

HTS Pledge Free-Market Economy For Syria

Dec 12 2024 65 mins

Syria’s new administration has begun laying out its vision for the country’s future. Plus: A shocking new report on the plight of children in Gaza; and we dissect the media’s blind spot. With Dalia Gebrial and Steven Methven.

Iran Blames U.S and Israel for Fall of Assad

Dec 11 2024 59 mins

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has spoken publicly for the first time since the fall of his ally, Bashar al-Assad. With Michael Walker and Helena NoJustice(MTG)

Israel Denies IDF Are Advancing On Damascus

Dec 10 2024 65 mins

Israel has launched hundreds of missiles into Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Plus: A billionaire donor defects from the Tories to Reform UK; and the suspected killer of United Healthcare’s CEO is charged. With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu.

Assad Falls: What Next For Syria?

Dec 09 2024 59 mins

Bashar Al Assad has fled to Moscow, marking the end of his family’s 50-year dynasty in Syria. With Michael Walker and David Wearing.