
Understand
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<p>Understand from BBC Radio 4 - unravelling the complexities of the biggest stories and subjects that really matter right now.</p>
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Recent Episodes

June 8, 2026
Rinsed: 10. New Tricks
Kate Lamble investigates the potential nationalization of the water industry and its cost implications for river cleanup in this interview.

June 8, 2026
Rinsed: 9. Vultures
Kate Lamble investigates how financial distress at Thames Water attracts predatory investors in this episode of Rinsed.

June 1, 2026
Rinsed: 8. Sorry?
Kate Lamble investigates whether new legislation will effectively reduce sewage pollution in rivers, offering insights into environmental policy.
97 total episodes available with 46 transcripts
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