In Richard Curtis’ Love Actually, a selection of mainly white and middle-class Londoners seem to be living in a parallel universe – one in which the war on terror never happened and the ’90s never ended. What kinds of love are really on offer in this misty-eyed vision of modern Britain? Following Novara FM’s investigation into Die Hard, Eleanor Pen…

On the 10th of December, Ash Sarkar, Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani discussed an epoch-defining year and its implications for the future. Is Starmer screwed? Are expansionist wars back? Has ‘woke’ died? Find out in our end of year Downstream special.Oleh Novara Media

On the 10th of December, Ash Sarkar, Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani discussed an epoch-defining year and its implications for the future. Is Keir Starmer screwed? Are expansionist wars back? Has 'woke' died? Find out in our end of year Downstream special.Oleh Novara Media

In Richard Curtis’ Love Actually, a selection of mainly white and middle-class Londoners seem to be living in a parallel universe – one in which the war on terror never happened and the ’90s never ended. What kinds of love are really on offer in this misty-eyed vision of modern Britain? Following Novara FM’s investigation into Die Hard, Eleanor Pen…

Moya and Ash swerve the fuzzy festive feelings in order to get some things off their chest. Plus, advice for a listener who feels trapped in their happy relationship. Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.com Music by Matt Huxley.Oleh Novara Media

On the 10th of December, Ash Sarkar, Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani discussed an epoch-defining year and its implications for the future. Is Starmer screwed? Are expansionist wars back? Has ‘woke’ died? Find out in our end of year Downstream special.Oleh Novara Media

Reporting by Owen Jones reveals that many within the BBC do not view the organisation’s coverage of Israel as impartial. Plus: An interview with hunger striker Laila Soueif. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.Oleh Novara Media

Dominique Pelicot has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after he was found guilty of drugging his wife, and arranging for dozens of men to rape her while unconscious. With Dalia Gebrial and NoJusticeMTG.Oleh Novara Media

Die Hard is a perennial of festive TV, but is it really a Christmas movie? James Butler and Eleanor Penny explore what the 1988 action comedy reveals about corporate power, class antagonism, mid-century terrorism and women in the workplace. Who is Bruce Willis’ shoeless cowboy cop out to rescue? And what is going on with Hans Gruber’s accent? Comme…

Die Hard is a perennial of festive TV, but is it really a Christmas movie? James Butler and Eleanor Penny explore what the 1988 action comedy reveals about corporate power, class antagonism, mid-century terrorism and women in the workplace. Who is Bruce Willis’ shoeless cowboy cop out to rescue? And what is going on with Hans Gruber’s accent? Comme…

Keir Starmer’s government has refused compensation payouts to what could amount to millions of pensioners. Plus: We look back at the biggest climate stories of the year. With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, Adrienne Buller and Tadhg Hickey.Oleh Novara Media

Moya and Ash swerve the fuzzy festive feelings in order to get some things off their chest. Plus, advice for a listener who feels trapped in their happy relationship.Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.comMusic by Matt Huxley.Oleh Novara Media

Die Hard is a perennial of festive TV, but is it really a Christmas movie?James Butler and Eleanor Penny explore what the 1988 action comedy reveals about corporate power, class antagonism, mid-century terrorism and women in the workplace. Who is Bruce Willis’ shoeless cowboy cop out to rescue? And what is Hans Gruber’s vague European accent suppos…

An Israeli strike in Syria has caused tremors the size of a 3.1 magnitude earthquake. Plus: A Russian general is assassinated in Moscow; and Nigel Farage meets Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago. With Aaron Bastani and Ash Sarkar.Oleh Novara Media

Moya and Ash talk to writer and director Amrou Al-Kadhi about their brilliant debut film, Layla, which follows a young drag queen in chaotic pursuit of self-expression. Plus, advice on how to handle a partner with a porn addiction. Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.com Music by Matt Huxley.…

Prince Andrew has been duped by an alleged Chinese spy, and is this milk additive to be avoided? With Ash Sarkar and Michael WalkerOleh Novara Media

Almost 140 or so years ago, Germany invented the car. In the subsequent century, it was central to two world wars; its manufacturing was the envy of much of the world, and in the latter half of the 20th century, it was vital to European integration. Now, just 2 months before a general election, Germany finds itself in a much more precarious positio…

Almost 140 or so years ago, Germany invented the car. In the subsequent century, it was central to two world wars; its manufacturing was the envy of much of the world, and in the latter half of the 20th century, it was vital to European integration. Now, just 2 months before a general election, Germany finds itself in a much more precarious positio…

Moya and Ash talk to writer and director Amrou Al-Kadhi about his brilliant debut film, Layla, which follows a young drag queen in chaotic pursuit of self-expression. Plus, advice on how to handle a partner with a porn addiction.Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.comMusic by Matt Huxley.…

Almost 140 or so years ago, Germany invented the car. In the subsequent century, it was central to two world wars; its manufacturing was the envy of much of the world, and in the latter half of the 20th century, it was vital to European integration. Now, just 2 months before a general election, Germany finds itself in a much more precarious positio…

Ed Miliband has set out the government’s plan to decarbonise the UK’s energy supply. Plus: Tokyo’s upcoming implementation of a four-day week; and we speak to an expert about the risks of biological research. With Michael Walker and NoJusticeMTG.Oleh Novara Media

In the 2010s, we found out that we were all being watched. A series of leaks, from Wikileaks and others, revealed that our governments were conducting mass surveillance operations on their own populations. But what were the longer term consequences of those leaks? And why hasn’t something of equivalent size stepped in to replace Wikileaks since? St…

In the 2010s, we found out that we were all being watched. A series of leaks, from Wikileaks and others, revealed that our governments were conducting mass surveillance operations on their own populations. But what were the longer term consequences of those leaks? And why hasn’t something of equivalent size stepped in to replace Wikileaks since? St…

Novara FM: We Need a New Wikileaks w/ Stefania Maurizi by Novara MediaOleh Novara Media

Syria’s new administration has begun laying out its vision for the country’s future. Plus: A shocking new report on the plight of children in Gaza; and we dissect the media’s blind spot. With Dalia Gebrial and Steven Methven.Oleh Novara Media

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has spoken publicly for the first time since the fall of his ally, Bashar al-Assad. With Michael Walker and Helena NoJustice(MTG)Oleh Novara Media

Israel has launched hundreds of missiles into Syria since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Plus: A billionaire donor defects from the Tories to Reform UK; and the suspected killer of United Healthcare’s CEO is charged. With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu.Oleh Novara Media

[Updated file!] Moya has a theory for Ash about unhappy couples who will do anything except break up. Why are we sometimes so hesitant to pull the plug? Plus, advice for a special one dealing with guilt after the end of a relationship. Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.com Music by Matt Huxley.…

Bashar Al Assad has fled to Moscow, marking the end of his family’s 50-year dynasty in Syria. With Michael Walker and David Wearing.Oleh Novara Media

When the Taliban retook all of Afghanistan in 2021, it came as a shock to much of the West. The day after the last American soldier left, journalist and filmmaker Ibrahim Nash’at flew into Kabul to spend a year filming with their senior military leadership. What he found was a Taliban drunk on power, in control of far more territory and with better…

When the Taliban retook all of Afghanistan in 2021, it came as a shock to much of the West. The day after the last American soldier left, journalist and filmmaker Ibrahim Nash’at flew into Kabul to spend a year filming with their senior military leadership. What he found was a Taliban drunk on power, in control of far more territory and with better…

Moya has a theory for Ash about unhappy couples who will do anything except break up. Why are we sometimes so hesitant to pull the plug? Plus, advice for a special one dealing with guilt after the end of a relationship.Email your missed connections and dilemmas to ifispeak@novaramedia.comMusic by Matt Huxley.…

When the Taliban retook all of Afghanistan in 2021, it came as a shock to much of the West. The day after the last American soldier left, journalist and filmmaker Ibrahim Nash’at flew into Kabul to spend a year filming with their senior military leadership. What he found was a Taliban drunk on power, in control of more territory, and with much bett…

Which side are you on? Keir, Nadia and Jem consider the ebb and flow of political commitment with ideas and music from Jodi Dean, Gramsci, John Coltrane and the Raincoats. Is cultural production the same as political action? What’s the difference between an ally and a comrade? And why do some communists end up as right-wing turncoats? Find the book…

Which side are you on? Keir, Nadia and Jem consider the ebb and flow of political commitment with ideas and music from Jodi Dean, Gramsci, John Coltrane and the Raincoats. Is cultural production the same as political action? What’s the difference between an ally and a comrade? And why do some communists end up as right-wing turncoats? Find the book…

Rebels are continuing their surprise advance across Syria and have gained control of the country’s fourth largest city. Plus: We speak to an expert about the state of trans healthcare in the UK. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.Oleh Novara Media

Which side are you on? Keir, Nadia and Jem consider the ebb and flow of political commitment with ideas and music from Jodi Dean, Gramsci, John Coltrane and the Raincoats. Is cultural production the same as political action? What’s the difference between an ally and a comrade? And why do some communists end up as right-wing turncoats?Find the books…