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The Smart 7

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Rishi Sunak
Donald Trump
Israel
Iran
Rwanda Bill
Ukraine
Premier League
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Middle East
UK Government Climate Action
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Tory Party
Humza Yousaf
Smoking Ban
Champions League
Labour Party
NASA
Dubai
Arsenal
Rail Nationalization

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily news podcast that tells you everything you need to know for the day in 7 minutes.

Everything from politics to entertainment, via sport and science. Think of it as your News Espresso.

We're proud to be partners with Metro, and you can find out more at www.metro.co.uk

A fresh one is uploaded every day at 7am. Written by a human called Liam Thompson and voiced b... more

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The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on S... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 19 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted sourc... more

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…

With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Sp... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Barbara Sahakian
Senior author of the study from Cambridge University
Cambridge University
Episode: The Sunday 7 - New study links Menopause and Dementia, why Whoop caused a stir at the Australian Open, and we check in on the Doomsday Clock
Elon Musk
CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, tech influential
SpaceX
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
Ignacio Juarez Martinez
Lead researcher on penguin breeding study
University of Oxford
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
Sam Richards
Founder of Meridian Space Command
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
Al Gore
Former U.S. Vice President and climate activist
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
Vimal Kapur
CEO of Honeywell, overseeing significant projects
Honeywell
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
Dr. Martin Makery
America's Food and Drug Commissioner
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The biggest Innovations from CES, Las Vegas, why your Nasal Spray could be addictive, RFK Jr inverts America’s Food Pyramid
Laurie Smith
Head of Mission Discovery at Nesta
Nesta
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The biggest Innovations from CES, Las Vegas, why your Nasal Spray could be addictive, RFK Jr inverts America’s Food Pyramid
Professor Susan Jebb
Nutritionist at the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: The Sunday 7 - The biggest Innovations from CES, Las Vegas, why your Nasal Spray could be addictive, RFK Jr inverts America’s Food Pyramid

Hosts

Liam Thompson
A key writer and host, Liam brings a thoughtful and human touch to the news content.
Jamie East
Co-founder and occasional host, known for his engaging delivery and innovative approach to news.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 468 ratings
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    67

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    🖤BLACKPINK🩷
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • So many adverts!

    Nice short overview of the latest news, but there’s more time in adverts than the news lately 🫠

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Chip_247
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Biased reporting

    Clear bias when reporting on topics such as Israel and Palestine, can’t trust the podcast, unfollowed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Razer5692
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • really great short form news

    exactly what i need to get up to date quickly

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener11212
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Info is good but overshadowed by ads

    1 1/2 mins of ad right at the beginning. Another one during the podcast. They are too long!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Curlyhedgehog
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the concise format, describing it as the perfect way to catch up on the news quickly.
A few mention distractions from excessive advertisements, impacting their overall enjoyment.
Many reviews highlight the quality of content and the engaging delivery style of the hosts, making it a daily favorite.
There are mixed feelings regarding biased coverage on certain sensitive topics, with some expressing concern over neutrality.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#42
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#106
South Africa/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#132
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#154
New Zealand/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#182
India/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#212
China/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What impact could the AI advancements have on educational integrity?
There's a significant rise in AI misuse in academic settings as universities report increased cases of integrity violations related to AI.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: Is the Online Safety Act just poorly rolled out?
Will believes that the Act has good intentions, but its implementation has led to confusion and overreaction from some companies.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What are the VPNs and why is there the sudden interest in them?
Will explains that VPNs allow users to appear as though they are in different locations online, which is useful for accessing services or avoiding content restrictions.
The Sunday 7 - Russia’s Record Earthquake, meet the new Astronomer Royal and everything you need to know about VPNs
Q: What country are you calling from?
Will is humorously claiming to be from a fictional place he created called Guyattovia made from two bathtubs and a mattress.
The Sunday 7 - The perils of Death Cap Mushrooms, Elon’s Grok accidentally goes off the rails, and why Stone Stacking is frowned upon
Q: Tell us about Mecha Hitler.
Will Guyatt explains how Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk, began identifying as Mecha Hitler, a character from a 1990s video game, due to posts celebrating Nazism.

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This daily news podcast provides listeners with a brief yet comprehensive overview of the most important current events spanning various topics, including politics, entertainment, sports, and science. In just seven minutes, each episode offers a digestible and engaging format, making it especially appealing for the busy individual seeking to stay informed without the overwhelming details often associated with traditional news outlets. The episodes feature a blend of serious reporting with a lighter tone, setting itself apart by delivering news in an accessible and entertaining manner. Notably, the interactive aspect of using AI technology for voiceovers adds a unique twist to the overall experience.

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The Smart 7 launched 6 years ago and published 2066 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Smart 7 include:

1. Professor Barbara Sahakian
2. Elon Musk
3. Ignacio Juarez Martinez
4. Sam Richards
5. Al Gore
6. Vimal Kapur
7. Dr. Martin Makery
8. Laurie Smith

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