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NHS Under Pressure Jan 03, 2023

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As the government admits the NHS is facing an “unprecedented challenge”, A&E consultant Dr Maya Naravi tells us that in 25 years of working in emergency medicine, this is “the worst I have ever seen it”.

BBC health editor Hugh Pym joins us to explain what’s behind the problems and what’s being done to try to relieve them.

And amid widespread walkouts, Alan Jones, the PA’s industrial correspondent, talks us through what disruption we should expect as a result of strike action this year.

Today’s episode was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray, Josh Jenkins and Kamilah McInnis. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor was Alison Gee.

Best of Castfest Dec 30, 2022

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Reliving the first live Castfest from the BBC Radio Theatre. On 18th October 2022, Newscast and all of our sister podcasts came together in front of a studio audience to mark 100 years of the BBC. For the first time, and for our final episode of this year, here are some highlights from the event, which was hosted by Adam and Ukrainecast’s Victoria Derbyshire. As you’ll hear, it came at a key time in 2022: in the run-up to the US mid-term elections, at a potential turning point in the war in Ukraine, and shortly before the demise of Liz Truss. Remember her? Today’s Newscast was made by Daniel Wittenberg and Ivana Davidovic. The technical producer was Hannah Montgomery. The assistant editor was Sam Bonham.

The Newscast Christmas Leftovers Dec 29, 2022

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Never before heard conversations with Richard Osman, Hans Zimmer, and Hugh Bonneville. In this special edition of Newscast, we bring you the interviews that had to be left in storage when major news events took over.

Adam talks to gameshow host and Thursday Murder Club author Richard Osman about how he writes the books, and why he chose detectives in their 70s as his main characters.

We hear from the man who wrote the music for some of the biggest films ever, Hans Zimmer. He speaks about working on The Lion King, Top Gun, and Frozen Planet II with Sir David Attenborough and Camila Cabello.

And Downton Abbey, W1A, and Paddington actor, Hugh Bonneville, talks about how he got into the profession.

This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Danny Wittenberg, Miranda Slade, and Ivana Davidovic. The studio manager was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor was Sam Bonham.

2022: The Newscast Review Dec 28, 2022

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After 12 months that saw war in Ukraine, three prime ministers in Number 10, the end of the second Elizabethan era and the Lionesses bringing football home, Radio 4 asked us to look back at some of the most memorable stories. And, of course, we thought we’d share that with you too. Adam and Chris are joined by Lyse Doucet, the BBC’s chief international correspondent, Newsnight’s economics editor Ben Chu and our technology editor Zoe Kleinman to look back on the events that shaped 2022. Today’s Newscast was made by Daniel Wittenberg and Arlene Gregorius with Matt Toulson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard and the assistant editor was Sam Bonham. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

The Newscast Christmas Party 2022 with Greg James, Zoe Ball and Joe Lycett Dec 23, 2022

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Adam is joined by the UK's biggest breakfast show presenters: Radio 2’s Zoe Ball and Radio 1’s Greg James.

Joe Lycett also joins to look back at the biggest broadcasting moments of 2022 including Sam Ryder's Eurovision triumph, the Lionesses' Euro 2022 win and the coverage of the Queen's death.

And Grammy winning vocal group The King's Singers have a very special rendition of The Twelve Days of Christmas, made with the help of you Newscasters.

This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Daniel Wittenberg, Miranda Slade, Phil Marzouk and Alix Pickles. The studio manager was Emma Crowe. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

Driving Home For Christmas? Dec 22, 2022

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As further strike action hits air, road, and rail over Christmas, we discuss the implications with the the country’s most recognised travel journalist Simon Calder, and Radio 2’s travel reporter Bobbie Pryor.

Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge talks about how business is going as food prices rise, and gives his best Christmas recipes on a budget.

And Scotland makes history in passing a bill that makes it easier to change your legal gender. This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Alix Pickles and Phil Marzouk. The studio manager was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor was Alison Gee.

Call In a Strike Dec 21, 2022

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As thousands of ambulance workers across England and Wales strike, we discuss how it’s impacting people at a local level.

BBC Radio Sheffield’s Toby Foster, BBC Radio Cornwall’s Julie Skentelbery, and BBC Radio Kent’s Anna Cookson join Adam to discuss how listeners have reacted to the industrial action.

Also, it’s been a busy week for former US president Donald Trump. Americast host Justin Webb fills us in on the news from across the pond.

This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Chris Flynn, Alix Pickles and Greg Brosnan. The studio manager was Mike Regaard. The editor is Jonathan Aspinwall.

The Ambulance Strike Dec 20, 2022

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Health bosses have warned they cannot guarantee patient safety during strikes by thousands of ambulance workers in England and Wales on Wednesday. Adam is joined by Unison boss Christina McAnea and BBC health reporter Jim Reed to explore how the industrial action could impact the NHS.

And the BBC’s Fergus Walsh celebrates some of the latest medical innovations, including a trial of a personalised cancer vaccine and how a baby's life was 'probably saved' by umbilical stem cells.

This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Miranda Slade, Alix Pickles and Phil Marzouk. The studio manager was Philip Bull. The assistant editor was Louisa Lewis.

Rwanda Ruling Dec 19, 2022

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Where does Monday's High Court ruling leave the Rwanda migrant plan? The UK High Court has found that the government's plan to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda is lawful. Adam is joined by the BBC’s Dominic Casciani and Nick Eardley to discuss the political, legal and practical ramifications of the decision.

Former White House adviser, and soon-to-be Chancellor of Durham University, Fiona Hill, talks about fears of nuclear war, the upcoming winter in Ukraine and how high fees may have kept her away from university.

And we find out who’s won the Newscast World Cup sweepstake…

This episode of Newscast is presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Chris Flynn and Phil Marzouk. The studio manager was Philip Bull. The assistant editor was Sam Bonham.

Support v Disruption: Striking a Balance? Dec 16, 2022

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Does the public support the strikes? We speak to two Broadcasters who chat to the general public for a living. 5 Live Breakfast’s Nicky Campbell and presenter of Radio 4’s Any Questions, Alex Forsyth, are on to help us try to figure out what the mood of the country is.

Marina Glasgow, the chief conciliator at the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service - also known as ACAS - explains her role in finding a resolution to the disputes.

And actor and director Mark Gatiss talks about his famous Christmas ghost story, class, and why he’s supporting the strikers.

Today’s episode was presented by Adam Fleming and made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The assistant editor is Sam Bonham.

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