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Sensemaker

Sensemaker

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Episodes
  • Why did a Russian warship fire at a British yacht?

    Why did a Russian warship fire at a British yacht?
    Jun 19 2026

    A Russian military vessel fired warning shots near a British couple as they sailed across the English channel. Why did it happen and does it matter?


    Host and writer: Madeleine Parr

    Producer: Katie Gunning

    Episode photography: Joe Mee

    Executive Producer: Jasper Corbett

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    7 mins
  • Will the UK’s social media ban work?

    Will the UK’s social media ban work?
    Jun 18 2026
    On Monday the Prime Minister announced that the government will be banning social media for all under 16s in the UK. But what does that really mean?

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    7 mins
  • What’s in the US-Iran deal and will it work?

    What’s in the US-Iran deal and will it work?
    Jun 17 2026

    On Sunday evening, a framework deal between the US and Iran was signed to end the four-month war. Will the deal last?


    Host: Madeleine Parr

    Writer & Producer: Amalie Sortland and Poppy Bullard

    Episode Photography: Joe Mee

    Executive producer: Jasper Corbett



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    9 mins
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