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As allegations against David Walliams become public, Jaymie questions why some believe Russell Brand was targeted for his views, while the same argument isn’t being made about Walliams. In today’s Trending, we examine the allegations, the failed attempt to prevent their publication, and wider questions about celebrity privilege, accountability and the entertainment industry’s history of overlookin...

Could artificial intelligence soon change what someone says — while you’re watching them live? Microsoft has filed a patent for AI technology capable of altering a speaker’s words and facial movements in near real time. In today’s Trending, Gareth examines the technology and its potential implications for deepfakes, censorship, misinformation and our ability to distinguish reality from fabrication...

We remember those who lost their lives in war, but have we really learned from the mistakes of the past? Following Remembrance Sunday, Jaymie reflects on the sacrifices made by previous generations and questions why, more than 80 years after the Second World War, conflict remains a constant feature of our world. With wars continuing across the globe and renewed discussions about conscription, are...

Influencer Russell Brand has been convicted of rape in a UK court yesterday; he will face sentencing on Monday with a ‘significant’ custodial sentence expected. AI and tech company stocks tanked after the US midterm results due to many Democrat candidates standing on the promise of slowing down AI development.  Refuse to fight for the UK in a war and you’ll be shamed and abused; that’s the narrati...

Could US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth be the first casualty of Trump's crushing mid-terms defeat? He could be impeached as soon as next week. Gareth also looks into the potential conflicts of interest between Hegseth's wife and arms manufacturers, which could also be used to speed up his removal. Also trending this morning, facial recognition is being rolled out across the UK to 't...

Trump is humbled in a humiliating US midterm defeat for the Republican Party as the US voters show him just what they think of his term to date. Multiple bomb threats made against commercial planes across Europe in the last 24 hours. UK celebrity loses high court battle to remain autonomous in the face of multiple allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour. Link to our sponsor: https://apenutri...

Could the US be preparing to launch a nuclear strike on Iran? In today's Trending, Jaymie examines Tucker Carlson's alarming warning that the Trump administration could be considering a nuclear attack on Iran, reportedly under pressure from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also discusses reports that Iranian strikes have caused up to $15 billion in damage to US military base...

Can two things be true at the same time? There is clearly a masculinity crisis in young men, but the 'Manosphere' is not the solution. War criminal Alistair Campbell doesn't like being called out for his actions on Question Time. Putin says he's ready for war with Europe but would rather avoid it. Claude AI ignored warnings about endangering humans during a cyberattack in the l...

Could Labour be preparing to call an early general election following the Autumn Budget? In today's Trending, Jaymie examines the latest UK Budget, questioning whether its relatively restrained measures are designed to win back voters ahead of a potential election. He also explores the rising cost of living, Britain's growing national debt and who ultimately pays the price for government...

Gareth speaks briefly about the Israeli elections and what he expects to happen now before moving on to two seemingly 'unconnected' stories from the United Kingdom. Firstly the decision to raise the military conscription age to 65, and secondly the ongoing court case that seeks to blame Iran for an apparent terrorist plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Gareth also breaks down the La...

Britain is being warned to prepare for war within 1,000 days — but would the British public actually be willing to fight? In today's Trending, Jaymie questions the government's warnings about potential conflict with Russia, the growing pressure to prepare for war, and whether refusing to fight for your country should really be considered cowardice. Elsewhere, Jaymie discusses the UK Budg...

Are people turning a blind eye to government overreach simply because their preferred political party is in power? Gareth examines John Whitehead's article The Politics of Denial , exploring Donald Trump, political tribalism and the dangers of defending actions we would condemn if the opposition were responsible. From expanding government powers to the erosion of civil liberties and freedom o...

Violent protests, looting and clashes with police have sparked unrest across France, with disturbances also reported in Milan, Italy. Jaymie examines the escalating chaos, questions whether violence is undermining the legitimate concerns behind the demonstrations, and considers what the unrest could mean for Macron and Europe's political future. Elsewhere, Jaymie discusses RFK Jr.'s stan...

3 children and 1 teacher killed in Oregon, US, at an elementary school as a 16-year-old targets the school with a gun before being shot dead by a member of the public. It's the 170th school shooting in the US this year, after 235 in 2025. Are 'speaking skills' being neglected by the education system in the UK? Labour clearly think so as they plan to add them to the curriculum. Where...

Could Britain rejoin the European Union without another Brexit referendum? Gareth examines Labour MP Emily Thornberry's proposal to make EU membership a manifesto commitment, questioning whether a general election would provide a sufficient mandate to reverse Brexit and what it could mean for British democracy. Elsewhere, Gareth discusses the prospect of further Israeli military action agains...

Traditional British names like Taylor, Johnson and Brown disappear from the top 10 names in the UK, replaced with names like Khan, Ahmed and Ali in a clear display of a changing British society. In the last decade 4/5 new jobs have gone to foreign nationals. Ukraine launches a major drone attack on a Russian oil refinery despite warnings from Donald Trump and the US against doing so. Russell Brand...

Israeli intelligence soldiers have reportedly revealed disturbing changes to military targeting policies in Gaza following October 7, including relaxed rules surrounding civilian casualties. Gareth examines the testimony published by Israeli and German media, questions the circumstances surrounding Israel's intelligence failures and discusses what these accounts could reveal about the conduct...

A man has died after climbing into a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, with eyewitness accounts raising questions about his behaviour before the fatal attack. Jaymie examines the bizarre circumstances surrounding the tragedy, questions how the man was able to enter the enclosure and explains why he believes the tiger should not be punished. Elsewhere, Jaymie discusses a reported Trump–Ru...

The UK Government is calling for a more interventionist approach to policing and regulating the online world. Gareth examines the latest proposals for online restrictions, age verification and digital ID, questioning whether measures introduced in the name of safety could lead to greater state control over what we see and say online. Elsewhere, Gareth discusses another oil tanker attack off the Ru...

Finally, the mainstream media are acknowledging the major rise in cancers in people under 50; of course, what they're not acknowledging is what may be behind it. What major international medical experiment just happened to take place at the time the spike was noticed…? Pretending to be gay is now a way to try and gain asylum in the UK. More children than ever are entering the UK care system,...

A possible plague case in Russia is already drawing comparisons with the early days of COVID. Gareth examines what is currently known about the death of a researcher in Siberia, the quarantine measures reportedly introduced, and asks whether the speed and scale of the response could reveal where the story is heading. Elsewhere, Gareth discusses the case of a prisoner released early who later murde...

The Green Party has voted to adopt a motion describing Zionism as a form of racism, sparking a major political backlash and leading to party leader Zack Polanski being barred from entering Israel. Jaymie examines the argument behind the motion, explores the definitions of Zionism and colonialism, and asks whether the controversy is another example of tribal politics preventing an open debate. Else...

A Flydubai flight bound for Israel was forced to make an emergency landing after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of the aircraft. Gareth examines how the public account of the incident developed from reports of a technical problem and pilot altercation into claims of a potential “9/11-style” terror attack, and questions what is currently known about the m...

Government officials have been logging social media posts critical of government policy, including comments made by ordinary users on platforms such as X and Reddit. Gareth looks at what was recorded, why seemingly insignificant online criticism might attract official attention, and asks what it means for free expression and political dissent in Britain. Elsewhere, Gareth discusses the latest deve...

Un-elected UK leader Andy Burnham announced plans for major changes to the UK voting system, paves the way to rejoin the EU, and scraps the pension triple lock in a speech that highlights just how dangerous the man is to democracy and freedom. OpenAI scrap their latest model over claims that it displayed deceptive behaviour. Chinese AI giant Moonshot reported similar concerns, including the techno...