The News Agents
Episodes
Inside Real's election season 'soap opera', Iraola & the Premier League's Basque Revolution - The Sports Agents
The hosts discuss the surge of Basque managers in the Premier League, with Guillaume Balaguet explaining the cultural and educational factors behind this trend.
Did Farage incite violence with his call for 'pure cold rage'?
The News Agents analyze Nigel Farage’s controversial rhetoric regarding Henry Novak’s death, which sparked violent protests in Southampton and drew sharp criticism from Keir Starmer.
How did the police let Henry Nowak die?
The News Agents examines the tragic death of Henry Novak, whose dying pleas were ignored by police who handcuffed him after being misled by the murderer’s false claim of racial abuse.
Is Trump’s America scaring fans off the World Cup?
The News Agents examine the decline in US tourism ahead of the World Cup, interviewing special envoy Nick Adams about the impact of Trump’s policies and rhetoric on international visitors.
How the tech bros of AI are breaking our democracy
Journalist Karen Howe discusses her book *Empire of AI*, arguing that major tech firms function as political empires rather than neutral innovators.
Has Blair just brought the Labour party together - against him?
The News Agents analyze Tony Blair’s controversial essay, debating whether his pro-business, pro-US stance alienated Labour voters or highlighted necessary policy shifts.
Who's to blame for West Ham's relegation? | Michail Antonio on Bowen's future & England's 'Egos' - The Sports Agents
Former West Ham striker Michail Antonio joins The Sports Agents to discuss his new memoir, "Humans Not Robots," and the club's recent relegation.
Tony Blair on why Britain and Labour are in crisis
Tony Blair breaks his two-year silence to criticize the Labour Party’s lack of policy direction, arguing that Britain must prioritize economic growth…
Why is Reform standing by a 'sexist' candidate in Makerfield?
The News Agents examines Reform UK’s Makerfield by-election candidate, Rob Kenyon, whose past sexist and transphobic social media posts have sparked…
How billionaires get away with paying less tax than you
The News Agents interview economist Gabriel Zuckman about his proposal for a minimum wealth tax on billionaires to address extreme inequality and protect democracy.
What Hulk Hogan taught Trump about politics
The News Agents interview comedian Munya Chawawa, who argues that Donald Trump’s political persona is modeled on WWE wrestling tropes like "kayfabe" and binary storytelling.
Spygate 2.0: Should Play-Off Final be CANCELLED? - The Sports Agents
The Sports Agents discusses Southampton’s expulsion from the Championship playoff final due to spying on rivals.
Is Trump still running scared of the Epstein files?
The News Agents examine Republican Congressman Thomas Massie’s primary defeat after opposing Donald Trump on the Epstein files and the Iran war, highlighting Trump’s tightening grip on the GOP.
Is there more to Andy Burnham than just the vibes?
The News Agents analyzes Andy Burnham’s surging support in the Labour leadership contest, highlighted by his authentic campaign video and strong polling lead over Keir Starmer.
Has Labour reignited the Brexit debate by mistake?
The News Agents analyze the Labour leadership contest between Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting, focusing on their divergent strategies regarding Brexit and the Makerfield by-election.
Is Andy Burnham about to become Prime Minister?
The hosts analyze the political turmoil within the UK Labour Party, focusing on Andy Burnham’s potential leadership challenge via a by-election in Makerfield.
Spygate 2.0 vs Bloodgate & The 'small ball' debate - The Sports Agents
Host Gabby Logan is joined by England rugby legend Katie Dely-McLean and Arsenal fan Ugo Monnier to discuss the Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam decider between England and France.
Wes Streeting resigns: Is the challenge over - or just beginning?
The News Agents analyze Wes Streeting’s resignation as Health Secretary, noting he stepped down without launching an immediate leadership challenge against Keir Starmer due to insufficient support.