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The Smart 7

by Daft Doris

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily news podcast that tells you everything you need to know for the day in 7 minutes.Everything from politics to entertainment, via sport and science. Think of it as your News Espresso.We're proud to be partners with Metro, and you can find out more at www.metro.co.uk A fresh one is uploaded every day at 7am. Written by a human called Liam Thompson and voiced by an AI version of Smart 7 co-founder Jamie East on Mon-Fri.It's news... but not "The News".Part of the Daft Doris NetworkFind out more at www.thesmart7.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1
The Sunday 7 - Celebrating 50 years of Apple, Helping Women breakthrough into Tech, and how Hedgehogs hear…
21:21 Mar 15, 2026
2
The Standout 7 - Iran appoints a new Supreme Leader, Starmer apologises to Epstein victims, Hollywood prepares for Oscar Fever
20:19 Mar 14, 2026
3
Iran’s new Supreme Leader issues defiant statement, Starmer apologises to Epstein victims, Aston Villa secure away win in Europa League
7:27 Mar 13, 2026
4
Mandelson files put spotlight on Starmer, Preliminary investigation says US Military at fault for Iran School Strike, Chaos in Champions League for UK clubs
7:27 Mar 12, 2026
5
US sends mixed messages as airstrikes continue, Lammy pushes ahead with Jury Trial Reform, Spurs suffer shambles in Champions League last 16
7:23 Mar 11, 2026
6
Trump zig-zags over next steps in Iran War, Chancellor warns that Middle East crisis could affect UK economy, West Ham head to FA Cup Quarter Finals
7:18 Mar 10, 2026
7
Mojtaba Khamenei named as supreme leader in Iran as Oil Prices soar and global markets plummet and Chelsea breaks Wrexham hearts
7:28 Mar 9, 2026
8
The Sunday 7 - Inside the world of Formula 1 Tech, the alarming rise of Military AI, and why you never know who is watching your Meta glasses
22:28 Mar 8, 2026
9
The Standout 7 - The US and Israel go to war with Iran, new rules for asylum seekers in the UK and Ukraine get their hands on Russia’s plans
18:51 Mar 7, 2026
10
Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Israel bombs Beirut and Spurs now one point away from relegation battle
7:45 Mar 6, 2026
11
US and Israel continue strikes on Iran, Fresh scandal over alleged Chinese espionage, Arsenal widen the gap at the top of the table
7:14 Mar 5, 2026
12
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says Government’s Economic Plan is working, Trump slams European allies over lack of Iran support, Wolves surprise Liverpool
7:23 Mar 4, 2026
13
Trump insists war is on track as casualties mount, Home Secretary moves to reform Asylum system, Lionesses to get their World Cup campaign underway
7:29 Mar 3, 2026
14
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran sparking chaos in the Middle East, Green party celebrate by-election victory, and the winners from the BRITS and the Actor Awards
7:30 Mar 2, 2026
15
The Sunday 7 - The perils of "Brain Rot", a remarkable Womb Transplant and how Horses whinny...
21:12 Mar 1, 2026
16
The Standout 7 - More drama as the Epstein scandal unfolds, Ukraine mark 4 years since Russia’s invasion and The Green Party celebrate an historic by-election victory
18:19 Feb 28, 2026
17
Green MP wins Gorton & Denton by election, Hillary Clinton testifies on Epstein and F1 gets a new team
7:42 Feb 27, 2026
18
Political tensions rise ahead of crunch By-Election, US and Iran set to resume Geneva peace talks, Last 16 of Champions League finalised
7:29 Feb 26, 2026
19
Ukraine marks 4 years of Russia’s War, Donald Trump clings to Tariffs at the State of the Union address, Newcastle through to last 16 of Champions League
7:16 Feb 25, 2026
20
Lord Mandelson arrested and questioned by Police, Ukraine set to mark 4 years of Russia’s war, Man United win at Everton to stay 4th
7:24 Feb 24, 2026
21
Trump reacts to supreme court tariff ruling, Team GB win big at the Olympics and home grown winners at the BAFTAs.
7:30 Feb 23, 2026
22
The Sunday 7 - Mixed messages on the future for AI, Big Tech in Los Angeles court, and we go behind the scenes of the Winter Olympics
22:15 Feb 22, 2026
23
The Standout 7 - U-Turn on Local Elections, Former Prince Andrew arrested and questioned, Tributes to Robert Duvall and Jesse Jackson RIP
18:12 Feb 21, 2026
24
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested and questioned by Police, Calls for urgent action over UK couple jailed in Iran, Nottingham Forest win in Istanbul
7:17 Feb 20, 2026
25
UK Inflation drops as worries about the economy remain, Ukraine accuses Russia of "dragging out” peace talks, Arsenal drop points, and Newcastle win in Azerbaijan
7:28 Feb 19, 2026
26
Reform appoint “Shadow Cabinet” after Local Election legal victory, Switzerland hosts Ukraine and Iranian peace talks, Tributes to Jesse Jackson RIP
7:26 Feb 18, 2026
27
Government moves to improve protections for teens online, Ukraine and Russia meet in Switzerland, Tributes to Hollywood legend, Robert Duvall RIP
7:25 Feb 17, 2026
28
Government to appeal Palestine Action Ruling, Barack believes in Aliens and Arsenal make it look easy
7:29 Feb 16, 2026
29
The Sunday 7 - New Study highlights how Kids use AI, we meet some Space Ants, and dive into the science of Coffee vs Dementia
18:56 Feb 15, 2026
30
The Standout 7 - Scandals almost sink Starmer, Trump rolls back climate change regulations, tributes to 90’s icon James Van Der Beek RIP
18:58 Feb 14, 2026
31
UK economy’s growth was “subdued” in 2025 according to ONS, Trump rolls back major climate change regulation, Arsenal drop points at Brentford
7:19 Feb 13, 2026
32
Fresh scandal over Labour peerage piles pressure on PM, Canada shocked by brutal school shooting, tributes to 90's TV icon James Van Der Beek RIP
7:29 Feb 12, 2026
33
US Congress reveals more details on Epstein Files, Russia clamps down on social media, Man United stumble at West Ham
7:28 Feb 11, 2026
34
Starmer vows to fight on as Downing Street clearout continues, Ghislaine Maxwell appears before Congress, Great Britain hunts for gold at the Winter Olympics
7:27 Feb 10, 2026
35
Starmer under pressure to resign, Japan gets a new Prime Minister and Seattle Seahawks win the Superbowl.
7:37 Feb 9, 2026
36
The Sunday 7 - Spain moves towards Social Media ban for Teens, Elon Musk has a tough week, and we meet a “Soft” Robot
20:20 Feb 8, 2026
37
The Standout 7 - Mandelson scandal engulfs Starmer, Ukraine peace talks end in stalemate, Bad Bunny speaks out at The Grammys
19:09 Feb 7, 2026
38
Badenoch calls for Vote of No Confidence in PM Starmer, Ukraine peace talks end in stalemate, 6 Nations Rugby kicks off in Paris
7:12 Feb 6, 2026
39
Labour MPs ramp up pressure on Starmer over Mandelson appointment, Zelensky says peace talks “productive”, Man City to meet Arsenal in Carabao Cup Final
7:29 Feb 5, 2026
40
Met Police open inquiry into Mandelson emails to Epstein, Trump embarrassed as Putin blasts Ukraine, Arsenal head to the Carabao Cup Final.
7:25 Feb 4, 2026
41
Tories call for inquiry into Mandelson as Met Police review misconduct claims, Ukraine peace talks set to resume on Wednesday, FIFA boss apologises to British fans
7:29 Feb 3, 2026
42
Mandelson resigns Labour membership after latest Epstein files revelations, Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar win at the Grammys and Manchester United continue to win.
7:31 Feb 2, 2026
43
The Sunday 7 - New study links Menopause and Dementia, why Whoop caused a stir at the Australian Open, and we check in on the Doomsday Clock
18:31 Feb 1, 2026
44
The Standout 7 - Keir Starmer heads to China, Kemi Badenoch scolds Reform quitters, and BAFTA award nominations announced
19:35 Jan 31, 2026
45
Starmer secures new deals in China, Labour reject WASPI Women claims for compensation, Nottingham Forest secure Europa League playoff spot
7:23 Jan 30, 2026
46
Starmer and Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Trump ramps up rhetoric over Iran, Arsenal top the Champions League
7:09 Jan 29, 2026
47
Keir Starmer heads to China with trade delegation, new study reveals close to 2 million casualties in Ukraine war, Australian Open semi final line up almost complete
7:15 Jan 28, 2026
48
Reform welcome former Home Secretary Suella Braverman to their ranks, Donald Trump shifts course on Minnesota ICE campaign, Australian Open struggles in 40 degree heat
7:14 Jan 27, 2026
49
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham blocked from Commons Run, Another ICE shooting sparks protests in US, Man United beat Arsenal at the Emirates
7:25 Jan 26, 2026
50
The Sunday 7 - The Tech view from Davos, Why Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary is fighting with Elon Musk, and the Spaceship that eats itself
19:19 Jan 25, 2026
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