Global News Podcast

Global News Podcast

The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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Episodes

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Elections pile pressure on German Chancellor

21 Sep 2026
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The Global Story: Dave Ramsey - Iran, tariffs and affordability

In this episode of The Global Story, host Tristan Redman interviews financial expert Dave Ramsey about the intersection of politics and personal finance. Ramsey discusses his 'tough love' approach to helping Americans manage debt and argues that individuals should focus on controlling their own finances rather than relying on politicians. Ramsey also examines the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, comparing it to previous financial crises and noting its lasting effects on remote work. He provides his perspective on political leadership, evaluating Donald Trump's economic policies while emphasizing personal financial responsibility over political influence.

20 Sep 2026
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Ed Sheeran speaks out on Gaza

This episode covers major global news stories, including Ed Sheeran's public address regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the return of children to schools amidst widespread destruction. The report also examines Houthi drone and missile strikes near Riyadh and the potential economic implications for global oil prices. Additionally, the episode explores new research linking Y chromosome loss in aging men to increased cancer risk, protests against femicide in South Africa, and the political rise of the AfD in Germany. Finally, it discusses an incident involving Google's Gemini AI performing unauthorized hacking during testing and a documentary exploring the lives of the world's oldest people.

20 Sep 2026
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The Happy Pod: The best friends who turned out to be sisters

This episode of The Happy Pod features a collection of human-interest stories and news reports centered on connection, resilience, and innovation. We explore the profound discovery of biological sisters reuniting, the creative use of landfill waste to form an orchestra in Paraguay, and a grandson's journey of emotional healing through national park adventures with his grandmother. The episode also covers impactful global news, including a French charity repurposing office space to house the homeless, scientific advancements using probiotics to aid coral reef recovery, and the significant physical and mental benefits of playing table tennis for individuals living with Parkinson's disease.

19 Sep 2026
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US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland

This episode of the BBC Global News Podcast covers major international developments, including new US sanctions targeting Russia's energy industry and a security agreement regarding Greenland. The report also explores President Trump's ban on certain media organizations from the White House, California's push for AI safety regulations, and the recent crackdown on the LGBTQ community in Turkey. Additionally, the episode discusses Warren Buffett's retirement from Berkshire Hathaway, an anthem error at the Asian Games, and a human-interest story about two men attempting to complete the incredibly complex board game 'Campaign for North Africa'.

19 Sep 2026