The Global Story
The Global Story, produced by BBC World Service, is a weekday news and analysis show hosted by Asma Khalid in Washington and Tristan Redman in London. It covers US politics, foreign policy, business and global affairs. With 666 episodes and daily releases, episodes run about 27 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with a sponsorship rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Daily BBC world news reaching an engaged, globally spread audience
- Weekday releases over more than two years, with 666 episodes in the feed.
- Hosts Asma Khalid and Tristan Redman bring US and UK reporting perspectives.
- Consistent 400-rating Apple Podcasts presence with a 4.0 average.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, analysis, narrative
- Tone
- informative, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- BBC World Service
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is publicly funded by the BBC and carries no funding links.
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Episode titles cover wars, terrorist attacks and US politics, such as 'Inside the Flydubai attack that could upend Israeli elections'.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xtvsd |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1715473158 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/w13xtvsd.rss |
Benchmark score: 38 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| America’s rogue ambassadors | 2026-10-16 | 27 min |
| Why Trump is not going to war with the Houthis | 2026-10-15 | 27 min |
| Could Gen Z bring down India’s Modi? | 2026-10-14 | 27 min |
| Was World War Two worth it? Some US conservatives have doubts | 2026-10-13 | 27 min |
| Are we really living in unprecedented times? | 2026-10-12 | 27 min |
| What’s really happening with plague in Russia? | 2026-10-09 | 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
Where the world and America meet, with episodes each weekday. The world is changing. Decisions made in the US and by the second Trump administration are accelerating that change. But they are also a symptom of it. With Asma Khalid in DC, Tristan Redman in London, and the backing of the BBC’s international newsroom, The Global Story brings clarity to politics, business and foreign policy in a time…
About The Global Story
The Global Story is a daily news podcast produced by BBC World Service. It covers US politics, foreign policy, business and global affairs, with hosts Asma Khalid in Washington and Tristan Redman in London, according to the show's RSS feed and the BBC programme page.
The show has 666 episodes released on weekdays, with episodes typically running about 27 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 400 ratings with a 4.0 average. These figures come from the feed and Apple Podcasts; the listener estimate is an estimate, not a reported figure. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, and the listening audience is likely spread across the United Kingdom, the United States and other countries.
The feed shows no sponsors, as the BBC funds the show publicly. Brands seeking news-adjacent placements should consider the show's editorial standards. The estimated rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode would suit awareness campaigns from businesses that can work within BBC rules.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Global Story can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Global Story
How much does The Global Story charge for a podcast sponsorship?
The Global Story has an estimated rate of about $360 to $2,000 per mid-roll host-read ad, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. The rate is an estimate, not a published price list.
What is The Global Story about?
The Global Story is a daily BBC World Service podcast covering US politics, foreign policy, business and global affairs. Hosts Asma Khalid and Tristan Redman present weekday episodes of about 27 minutes.
How do I contact The Global Story about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked as well, so you can start a booking request from the show's listing page.
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