SpaceX’s record IPO, ‘The Guide to Generous Hosting’ and an homage to David Hockney
12/06/2026 | 49min
We head to the New York Stock Exchange, where SpaceX has just completed the world’s largest-ever IPO. Then: Grace Charlton and Nic Monisse bring us coverage from Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design. Plus: the ‘Konfekt’ team teaches us the art of generous hosting and we pay homage to David Hockney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Belfast is burning: Where does far-right rhetoric on immigration lead?
12/06/2026 | 36min
Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine officially outlasts the First World War. Then: as riots burn through Belfast, the British far-right fans the flames. Plus: the World Cup kicks off in Mexico City. Who’s bringing home the trophy? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donald Trump vows to hit Iran hard for delaying peace deal
10/06/2026 | 36min
The US president warns Iran that it will be ‘hit hard again’ after the two sides exchanged fresh strikes. Then: how effective will Europe’s new Russia sanctions be? And: are tourists being ripped off this holiday season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
World Cup embarrassment before kick-off
09/06/2026 | 36min
World Cup embarrassment before kick-off with visas blocked, a referee barred and tickets unsold with prices unaffordable for many. Then: are French workers really away from their desks as much as we think? And: we look at Prada’s new undergarments for Nasa astronauts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes after exchanging fire for first time since April
08/06/2026 | 38min
Iran and Israel agree to halt strikes after exchanging fire for the first time since April. Then: we look at what Armenia’s parliamentary election tells us about its ties to Russia. Plus: will a lawsuit disrupt Trump’s birthday party? And: why are Kanye West’s concerts still so popular? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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