BBC World Service
Mentioned in 43 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows
A major public broadcaster that produces and distributes multiple podcast series covering global news, current affairs, and science topics. Known for programs including NewsHour, Global News Podcast, Unexpected Elements, and CrowdScience, with international reporting on conflicts, geopolitical developments, and investigative journalism. Operates as a significant news organization with correspondents reporting from multiple regions worldwide.
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Episode Mentions
CrowdScience · May 8, 2026
How come sea levels are rising faster in some places than others?
“Producer and broadcaster of CrowdScience episode”
World Business Report · May 5, 2026
Tensions rise in the Persian Gulf
“Broadcaster producing World Business Report podcast and related documentary programming”
Global News Podcast · Apr 30, 2026
Bondi inquiry calls for better policing of Jewish events
“Produces Global News Podcast and documentary programming on nuclear energy and geopolitical issues”
Global News Podcast · Apr 22, 2026
EU approves $100bn loan to Ukraine
“Broadcaster of the Global News Podcast episode covering international news and geopolitical developments”
Newshour · Apr 22, 2026
UAE ‘backed’ Colombian fighters in Sudan, says report
“Broadcaster of this episode; operates under restrictions in Iran for reporting”
Global News Podcast · Apr 21, 2026
Trump says US in 'very strong position' for Iran talks
“Broadcaster producing the Global News Podcast and related news content across multiple platforms”
Global News Podcast · Apr 16, 2026
Pope Leo: 'world ravaged by handful of tyrants'
“Produced and distributed this Global News Podcast episode with international reporting”
Newshour · Apr 16, 2026
The BBC's Lyse Doucet inside Iran
“Primary broadcaster and news organization producing the episode with international correspondents reporting from Tehran and other global locations”
6 Minute English · Apr 16, 2026
Love the foods you hate
“Produced 'The Food Chain' programme featuring expert interviews on food preferences and aversions”
Newshour · Apr 15, 2026
Sudan enters fourth year of war
“Broadcaster producing the episode; operates news gathering across conflict zones and international affairs”
Global News Podcast · Apr 15, 2026
Three years of war in Sudan
“Broadcaster of this Global News Podcast episode”
Newshour · Apr 14, 2026
US blockade of Iran ports 'irresponsible and dangerous', China says
“Conducted investigations into hospital malpractice in Pakistan and police misconduct in Greece”
Global News Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Pope: 'I will not debate war with Trump'
“Produces and distributes the Global News Podcast covering international affairs and geopolitical developments”
Newshour · Apr 13, 2026
Magyar's pro-European party wins crucial majority in Hungary
“Broadcaster producing and distributing the NewsHour episode with international correspondents reporting from Budapest, Iran, Algeria, and Zambia”
Global News Podcast · Apr 13, 2026
Péter Magyar wins the Hungarian election by a landslide
“Broadcaster producing and distributing the Global News Podcast episode”
Global News Podcast · Apr 12, 2026
'Historic' US Iran talks end without deal
“Broadcaster producing the Global News Podcast episode covering international news and geopolitical developments”
Newshour · Apr 11, 2026
Iran-US peace talks continue into the night
“Host broadcaster of the NewsHour episode”
Global News Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
The Happy Pod: From a small town, to the moon
“Produces and distributes The Happy Pod, a global news podcast featuring human interest stories and positive news narratives”
Newshour · Apr 11, 2026
US and Iran officials attend peace talks in Islamabad
“Broadcaster of NewsHour episode covering international news from London and Budapest”
CrowdScience · Apr 10, 2026
When will the next super-volcano erupt?
“Broadcaster of CrowdScience podcast series and producer of this episode”
Global News Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
JD Vance heads to Pakistan for talks with Iran
“Broadcaster producing and distributing the Global News Podcast episode with international correspondents”
Newshour · Apr 10, 2026
Islamabad prepares to host Iran-US ceasefire talks
“Broadcaster producing and distributing this news analysis program globally”
Global News Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Hegseth claims 'historic battlefield victory' over Iran
“Broadcaster of the Global News Podcast episode covering US-Iran ceasefire negotiations and regional conflicts”
Newshour · Apr 8, 2026
US and Iran agree two-week ceasefire
“Broadcaster producing this news program covering international affairs and geopolitical developments”
Newshour · Apr 7, 2026
Trump's threat to end Iranian civilisation
“Broadcaster producing this episode and maintaining Persian language service reporting from Iran”
Global News Podcast · Apr 7, 2026
Trump warns Iran 'whole civilisation will die tonight'
“Broadcaster of this Global News Podcast episode covering international news and analysis”
Newshour · Apr 3, 2026
US fighter plane comes down in southern Iran
“News organization producing and distributing this episode across multiple platforms and regions”
CrowdScience · Apr 3, 2026
Will rabbits become super predators?
“Produces and distributes the Crowdscience podcast series featuring this episode”
Global News Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
Iran says it has shot down US fighter jet
“Broadcaster and producer of this Global News Podcast episode covering international news”
Newshour · Apr 3, 2026
Trump threatens to destroy Iran infrastructure
“Broadcaster of this NewsHour episode, reporting from London studios on global conflicts and events”
Newshour · Apr 2, 2026
Trump replaces US Attorney General Pam Bondi
“News organization producing this episode and reporting on global events including Iran conflict and space missions”
Global News Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
UK and allies discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz
“Broadcaster producing the Global News Podcast episode covering international news and current affairs.”
Newshour · Apr 1, 2026
Strikes between Israel and Iran continue
“News organization producing this episode and providing global reporting on conflicts and events”
Global News Podcast · Mar 11, 2026
Three ships hit in the Strait of Hormuz
“Produced this Global News Podcast episode with international correspondents reporting from multiple conflict zones”
Global News Podcast · Mar 1, 2026
The Happy Pod: The chance encounter that became a lasting friendship
“Broadcaster producing The Happy Pod and Global News Podcast, the show on which this episode aired”
Newshour · Feb 27, 2026
Bill Clinton: 'I saw nothing, I did nothing wrong'
“Broadcaster producing NewsHour episode covering multiple international news stories and investigations”
Newshour · Feb 25, 2026
Trump's State of the Union address claims US in 'golden age'
“Broadcaster producing and distributing the NewsHour podcast episode”
Newshour · Feb 24, 2026
Ukrainians reflect on four years of war
“Broadcaster producing and distributing the NewsHour podcast episode”
Newshour · Feb 24, 2026
Russia-Ukraine war enters fifth year
“Broadcaster producing the NewsHour podcast and documentary content on Ukraine conflict”
Global News Podcast · Feb 24, 2026
Ukraine marks 4th anniversary of Russian invasion
“Produces and distributes the Global News Podcast with international reporting and editorial content”
Unexpected Elements · Feb 13, 2026
Are you lucky?
“Public broadcaster producing the Unexpected Elements science podcast series”
Unexpected Elements · Feb 6, 2026
Let the games begin
“Public broadcaster producing and distributing the Unexpected Elements podcast globally”
Unexpected Elements · Jan 23, 2026
Banging the science drum
“Public broadcaster producing and distributing the Unexpected Elements podcast and related science programming”