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    What Finland can teach the NHS about treating psychosis

    2026/07/14 | 27 mins.
    It’s no secret that NHS mental health care is under strain - long waiting lists, disjointed communication between providers, and patients left in limbo. So how did it end up this way? And could a treatment model from Finland be the solution? The Sunday Times went to find out.

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    Guest: Roisin Kelly, journalist and commissioning editor, The Sunday Times.
    Host: Luke Jones.
    Producer: Micaela Arneson.
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    Read more: What Lapland can teach the NHS about treating psychosis
    Further listening: Britain’s mental health reckoning - part one
    Clips: Channel 4, Nottingham Inquiry.
    Photo: Getty Images.
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    LATEST: The investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death

    2026/07/13 | 19 mins.
    Counterterrorism police are now leading the investigation into the alleged murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe. A 28-year-old man has now been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism.

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    Guests:
    Oliver Wright, policy editor, The Times.
    Stephen Roberts, former Deputy Assistant Commissioner at the Metropolitan Police
    Jonathan Hall, Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation
    Host: John Pienaar.
    Producers: Sandra Mitchell, Sofia Johanson, and Taryn Siegel.
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    Read more: Ann Widdecombe death: counterterrorism police leading investigation

    Photo: Getty Images.
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    The ultraconservative pastor behind the US Secretary of War

    2026/07/13 | 31 mins.
    As the Iran war reignites, there's a hidden figure influencing the American side. In an exclusive interview for The Times, Pete Hegseth’s pastor Doug Wilson says the conflict in Iran is a righteous battle against Muslims, homosexuality is evil, and women who dress immodestly are sluts. How is this ultraconservative influencing US foreign policy? And could we see his brand of Christianity in the UK?

    This podcast contains mention of some topics listeners may find offensive.

    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory

    Guest: George Grylls, Washington correspondent, The Times.
    Host: Manveen Rana.
    Producer: Olivia Case.

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    Read more: Pete Hegseth’s pastor: ‘Women who dress immodestly are sluts’
    Further listening: Trump v the Supreme Court and Fi and Jane interivew Pastor Wilson
    Clips: PBS, CNN, New Founding Podcast / YouTube, Pulp Fiction / Quentin Tarantino / Mirimax, The Independent, Blog&Mablog / YouTube, Daniel Foucachon / YouTube.
    Photo: Dominic Gwinn / Zuma Press.
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    Part 2 | Family Man: Could Alex Murdaugh be innocent? - The Sunday Story

    2026/07/12 | 32 mins.
    Alex Murdaugh stands accused of the brutal murders of his wife and son. As shocking evidence, devastating testimony, and disturbing secrets unfold in court, one question still hangs over everything: Did he actually do it?

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    Guest: James Lasdun, author of The Family Man.
    Host: Manveen Rana.
    Producers: Dave Creasey and Jesse Fox.
    Clips: CNN, CBS, Fox News, CourtRoomTV, WCSC, WIS News, WJCL, NBC, GMA.
    Image: Getty Images.
    Times Book Shop: The Family Man: Blood and Betrayal in the House of Murdaugh.
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    Part 1 | Family Man: The shocking Murdaugh murders - The Saturday Story

    2026/07/11 | 33 mins.
    The Murdaugh family had power, wealth, and influence until two brutal killings exposed a world of stolen millions and deadly secrets. As the lies unravelled, a once-untouchable dynasty collapsed into one of America’s darkest true crime cases. But what really happened that night, and who is to blame?

    This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory

    Guest: James Lasdun, author of The Family Man.
    Host: Manveen Rana.
    Producers: Dave Creasey and Jesse Fox.
    Clips: CNN, CBS, Fox News, CourtRoomTV, WCSC, WIS News, WJCL, NBC.
    Image: Getty Images.
    Times Book Shop: The Family Man: Blood and Betrayal in the House of Murdaugh
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The biggest stories, told in depth, daily. Join the world's best journalists to uncover what really matters. Hosted by Manveen Rana and Luke Jones. Published seven days a week and ready for you every morning.The Story is brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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