Around the World Today

About Around the World Today

Around the World, Today is a dynamic podcast by Real Terryo, expertly hosted by Terry Davies. Each episode offers a deep dive into the latest news and politics from around the globe. Terry meticulously analyzes current events, unravelling the complexities behind the headlines and identifying a central theme to discuss in each instalment. From the intricacies of international diplomacy to the grassroots movements shaping societies, Around the World, Today provides listeners with a nuanced understanding of global affairs. Terry's insightful commentary and engaging interviews with experts and insiders shed light on the stories that often go unnoticed. Whether you're a seasoned political junkie or simply curious about world events, Around the World Today promises to broaden your perspective and keep you informed about the issues that matter most. Please tune in to explore the interconnectedness of our world and the underlying topics that influence the course of history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Terrance Davies

Category

government · history · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Mar 2018

Latest episode

20 May 2026

Latest episodes

106 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 May 2026

   Around the World Today – Series 9 Episode 4 Life After Release: Can You Really Start Again in Modern Britain?

   In this episode of Around the World Today, we step into one of the most complex and often misunderstood parts of the criminal justice system — what happens after prison. A sentence has an end date. A release date. A moment when the system officially says a person can return to society. But what does that return actually look like in practice? From the first 24 hours of release, where uncertainty often replaces structure, to the hidden crisis of housing instability, the barriers begin to appear immediately. Without a fixed address, access to work, healthcare, benefits, and probation support becomes significantly harder — and sometimes impossible to sustain. Employment, widely seen as a key route away from reoffending, is shaped by disclosure, stigma, and long gaps in work history. Even when opportunities exist, they are uneven and inconsistent. Probation sits at the centre of this transition, acting as both support system and enforcement mechanism — but under increasing pressure, high caseloads, and limited time. Behind it all are deeper, often invisible factors: mental health challenges, addiction, trauma, and fragmented access to care. These are not secondary issues — they are central to whether rehabilitation can succeed. And beyond systems and services lies something harder to measure: public perception. Because even after a sentence is complete, stigma can continue to shape opportunities, identity, and belonging. Through each of these layers, a single question emerges: Is rehabilitation something we consistently build — or something we simply expect to happen? This episode asks whether “starting again” is truly possible in modern Britain, or whether the barriers after release quietly determine the outcome long before a new life can begin. Next time, we go further upstream — into the social conditions that shape who enters the justice system in the first place. Because the story of crime, punishment, and rehabilitation doesn’t begin in prison. It begins long before it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Thanks for Listening! You’ve just tuned in to Around the World Today. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Share your thoughts and feedback with us on social media, and join the conversation with our community of listeners. 🎧 Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5yDNm8cLbebnujpU1eZDEG)| Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Follow us for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and sneak peeks of upcoming episodes: Facebook: Around the World Today Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/groups/RTAroundtheWorldToday) X (formerly Twitter): @RealTerryo Until next time, keep exploring the world… one story at a time.

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   21 Apr 2026

   Around the World Today Series 9 Episode 3: What Works? Reducing Reoffending in Modern Britain

   Around the World Today is a current affairs podcast hosted by Terry Davies, exploring the issues shaping modern Britain and the wider world — with clarity, depth, and a focus on what really matters. In this episode, we examine one of the most pressing challenges facing the criminal justice system in England and Wales: Reoffending. Why do so many people return to prison after release? What does the evidence actually say about what works — and what doesn’t? And is the system designed to reduce crime… or simply manage it? From short prison sentences and probation to housing, employment, and rehabilitation, this episode breaks down the reality behind the headlines — and explores the practical solutions that can reduce reoffending and create safer communities. This isn’t just about punishment. It’s about outcomes. It’s about prevention. And ultimately — it’s about whether change is truly possible. 🎧 Listen now to discover what really works — and what needs to change. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Thanks for Listening! You’ve just tuned in to Around the World Today. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Share your thoughts and feedback with us on social media, and join the conversation with our community of listeners. 🎧 Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5yDNm8cLbebnujpU1eZDEG)| Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Follow us for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and sneak peeks of upcoming episodes: Facebook: Around the World Today Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/groups/RTAroundtheWorldToday) X (formerly Twitter): @RealTerryo Until next time, keep exploring the world… one story at a time.

3. 

   4 Mar 2026

   Around the World Today Series 9 Episode2: Who Goes to Prison in Modern Britain? A System Under Strain

   Prisons are more than bricks and bars. They are mirrors of society — reflecting inequality, disadvantage, and policy choices made decades ago. In Episode 2 of Around the World Today, host Terry Davies takes a closer look at the people who fill cells across England and Wales. From short sentences and remand to recall and long-term incarceration, the episode uncovers the patterns that define the modern prison population. Key insights include: Demographics: The vast majority of prisoners are men under 40, disproportionately from deprived communities, with histories of trauma, exclusion, or unstable housing. Offence Types: While violent crime is prominent, many are imprisoned for theft, drug offences, fraud, or breaches of licence conditions — illustrating how vulnerability is recycled within the system. Remand Growth: Court delays mean more people are held in custody without a conviction, sometimes for months, creating profound social disruption. Short Sentences: Brief terms of custody often fail to rehabilitate and contribute to repeated offending, perpetuating the cycle of return. Disproportionality and Ageing: Minority ethnic individuals are overrepresented, while longer sentences have led to a growing elderly population, raising practical and ethical challenges. Ultimately, prisons are not just about crime. They contain social consequence. Understanding who goes inside — and why — is essential to addressing reoffending and building a fairer justice system. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/around-the-world-today--2871637/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Thanks for Listening! You’ve just tuned in to Around the World Today. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Share your thoughts and feedback with us on social media, and join the conversation with our community of listeners. 🎧 Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5yDNm8cLbebnujpU1eZDEG)| Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts Follow us for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and sneak peeks of upcoming episodes: Facebook: Around the World Today Podcast (https://www.facebook.com/groups/RTAroundtheWorldToday) X (formerly Twitter): @RealTerryo Until next time, keep exploring the world… one story at a time.

Podcast Authority Score: 33 / 100

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