
The Briefing Room
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<p>David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news</p>
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Recent Episodes

August 27, 2026
Are Gen Z movements reshaping politics?
David Aaronovitch interviews Dr. Nayana Prakash, Erica Frantz, and Matthew Cebul about how Gen Z movements are reshaping global politics and their impact.

August 20, 2026
How do we prepare for a future water shortage?
David Aaronovitch interviews Sir John Armitt, Professor Jim Hall, and Dr. Heather Smith about preparing for England's projected 2055 water shortage.

August 10, 2026
Part 2: How do we reform social care?
David Aaronovitch interviews Baroness Louise Casey, Thea Stein, Simon Bottery, and Sir Andrew Dilnot about reforming English social care, exploring costs and funding solutions.
400 total episodes available with 114 transcripts
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Jim Hall
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Heather Smith
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Thea Stein
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Simon Bottery
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Andrew Dilnot
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Madeleine Sumption
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