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Spain train crash: Death toll rises

Oct 29, 2026 · 47m

Summary

This episode covers the death of Sir Patrick Stewart, featuring tributes from Will Wheaton and Stephen Gados, alongside a report on a deadly high-speed train crash in Spain that has sparked political controversy. The broadcast also examines the impact of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on US midterm voters, a rare ceasefire in Kherson, Ukraine, and the ongoing aftermath of post-election violence in Tanzania.

Topics discussed

Intro and tribute to Sir Patrick Stewart Spain train crash: audio leaks and survivor accounts Political fallout and investigation into the crash Expert analysis on railway communication protocols Upcoming segments and news headlines Tributes from Star Trek cast and colleagues US election: cost of living in NY district Promo for The Interface podcast Controversy over Wham and George Michael auctions Ukraine: Drone strike on Dnipro train station Kherson: Life under the new ceasefire deal Tanzania: Families demand justice for election victims Final tributes and career retrospective for Stewart
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