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The Bunker – News without the nonsense

The Bunker – News without the nonsense

News without the nonsense, every weekday morning. In episodes that fit your commute*, The Bunker cuts through the noise to make sense of what’s really going on in news, current affairs, politics, economics and culture. We bring you smart explainers, interviews, fresh perspectives and under-reported stories to as a refreshing alternative to repetitive Punch and Judy news coverage. It’s the only way to start the day. From the producers of Oh God, What Now?

Our regulars include: Gavin Esler • Ros Taylor • Alex von Tunzelmann • Andrew Harrison • Zing Tsjeng • Jacob Jarvis • Emma Kennedy • Rafael Behr • Seth Thévoz.

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5 episodes available.

The Bunker – News without the nonsense
Were the Luddites right? – Why A.I. is making it seem that way
Learn how 19th-century Luddites offer a playbook to resist Big Tech today.
34:36
Aug 8, 2025
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
From Caesar to JFK – How assassinations have shaped the world
How targeted killings reshaped nations — surprising stories of state-sponsored murder.
31:02
Aug 6, 2025
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
Will Farage's crime fear campaign decide the next election?
Hear the data behind Farage’s crime claims — truth, tactics, and what actually reduces crime.
37:38
Aug 7, 2025
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
Grindset influencers and CEO cosplay – Is business bullshit harming the real economy?
Unmask the grindset: why hustle culture is harming careers and mental health
31:05
Aug 5, 2025
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
Play your I.D. cards right — Start Your Week with Gavin Esler and Ros Taylor
Why digital ID, small boats, and online safety could reshape UK politics — listen now.
21:49
Aug 4, 2025

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