
Insight, wit and analysis from BBC correspondents, journalists and writers telling stories beyond the news headlines. Presented by Kate Adie.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1190 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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Kate Adie introduces stories from Israel, Honduras, Turkey and Lebanon, Georgia and Russia.
Israel is facing an impending crisis over conscripting ultra-Orthodox Jews into the Israeli army, and the issue is threatening to undermine Israel's governme... more
Anna Foster and some of the BBC’s best-known foreign correspondents are joined by an audience of Radio 4 listeners to celebrate 70 years of ‘From Our Own Correspondent’. Since the first episode was broadcast on 25th September 1955, FOOC – as it’s aff... more
Kate Adie introduces stories from Nigeria, Ukraine, the United States, Sweden and France.
Nigeria's president, Bola Tinubu, has declared a nationwide security emergency amidst a spate of kidnappings in the country’s north. More than 250 children abd... more
Kate Adie introduces stories from Jordan, Bangladesh, Ukraine, Spain and the Black Sea.
11-year-old Abdelrahman was injured during an Israeli attack in Gaza, which led to the loss of one of his legs. He was selected to travel to Jordan for hospital ... more
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Fergal Keane and Orla Guerin’s reportage of the horrors of war and famine remains with me for years.
Excellent series, always very interesting
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Tempest, tempest in a teapot!
In a format that brings out the best in strong journos. Precise insights
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Insightful storytelling from correspondents, journalists, and writers sheds light on pressing global issues and provides depth beyond the typical news headlines. The content ranges from heartbreaking narratives of conflict-affected regions to the personal experiences of those living in politically tumultuous environments, allowing listeners to connect with the human side of news. Unique to this collection is the ability to garner personal anecdotes and detailed analyses from around the world, making the podcast a rich source for listeners seeking both empathy and comprehensive understanding of current events.
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