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Although discussions around climate change, with a focus on global warming, have been on-going for decades, there is a scenario which could see London facing extremely cold weather as the norm. So what happens to the capital if climate change gets out of control? Joining the podcast is climate scientist James Stewart, who has been writing about this very scenario for The London Standard.Plus, The London Standard's City Hall and Transport Editor, Ross Lydall, reveals the best and worst commuter stations. Does yours make the latest poll, and why does it matter?

A US military fuel tanker and a cargo ship that collided off the coast of England, setting both vessels ablaze and spilling jet fuel into the North Sea, has raised concerns about the environmental impacts. How bad is the damage, and what happens next? Helena Wadia speaks with Marine Conservation Society CEO Sandy Luk about the potential risks to marine life and protected waters.In part two, we join The London Standard’s Crime Editor, Anthony France, to discuss the shocking rate of phone snatching in the capital. Figures from the Metropolitan Police show one phone is stolen in London every seven-and-a-half minutes.

It’s Commonwealth Day and King Charles III has turned music show host to mark the occasion. Presenting an hour-long show on Apple Music 1, the King is showcasing music from around the Commonwealth as well as some of his personal favourites. But what is Commonwealth Day and what does this 21st-century celebration say about today’s monarchy? On today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Ed Owens, historian of the modern British monarchy, royal commentator and author of After Elizabeth, Can the Monarchy Save Itself? to talk about the King’s song selection and the drive to make the Royals feel more relatable…

The London Standard is the media partner for this year’s Space-Comm Expo at the ExCel, which takes place between the 11th and 12th of March. Science and technology reporter Will Rogers-Coltman joins The Standard podcast to discuss the future of British space technology. Plus, we hear from Castrol on their AstroAnt robot: an exciting project that on Thursday, was set to become the first miniature robotic mission on the moon's surface. We caught up with Nicola Buck, CMO at Castrol, who designed the AstroAnt robot with the MIT Media Lab.

In today’s episode, Nicola Barron from Masterclasses for The London Standard is joined by Johannes Cullberg – entrepreneur, food industry expert, and author of Unprocess Your Diet in 30 Days.They discuss the rise of ultra-processed foods and how they’ve taken over our diets. Johannes offers practical advice on making small, sustainable changes to improve your health without drastic restrictions or extreme diets.Johannes’s session from The Bigger Life Festival is available to watch until 17 March.For more from Johannes Cullberg:Visit standard.co.uk/masterclasses to access his session.Buy Johannes’s Book:Unprocess Your Diet in 30 Days is available now.

The London Standard’s business editor, Jonathan Prynn, joins us to discuss this year's remarkable rise in the FTSE 100. For an hour or so, the City’s famous index of shares in leading British listed companies grew for the first time in history, above the 8900 mark. So, what has driven this sudden reappraisal of the UK and the London stock market?In part two, we’re joined by award-winning children’s author and screenwriter Frank Cottrell-Boyce to discuss this year’s London Book Fair, could AI write a better story?

The fallout from Friday's public disagreement between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has continued, with the US pausing military aid to Ukraine.As Europe reels from Donald Trump’s decision, the UK’s Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, has insisted the Prime Minister will not be “blindsided or bounced” from the pursuit of peace.But how long could Ukraine hold out without US support? We’re joined by The London Standard’s political editor, Nicholas Cecil.

Restaurant critic David Ellis and food writer Josh Barrie take over the podcast to celebrate British Pie Week (March 3-9).This year’s celebration comes with a twist as ministers recently urged the government to grant pies protected status.David and Josh discuss whether some restaurants are cashing in on nostalgia, the closure of traditional pie and mash shops, and how modern interpretations are reshaping the scene. Plus, they reveal their favourite pies and go-to spots for the best in London.Listen in—and if you’re hungry for more, check out their full guide here. 

London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan meets city hall and transport editor Ross Lydall to discuss the news of a public consultation and his plans to take control of Oxford Street.CALM CEO Simon Gunning joins us to discuss recent figures revealing that 50% of London-based adults believe the government should do more to prevent youth suicide.Plus, lifestyle and culture writer India Block visits Dennis Seevers' House in Shoreditch—a theatrical reimagining of Georgian-era living.If you have been affected by the topics discussed in this podcast, call Samaritans for free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org or CALM.