The Smart 7
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 w...
Avon and Somerset police open Glastonbury investigation, Government fails to quell Welfare rebellion, Record temperature on Day 1 of Wimbledon

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
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Political Chants spark Glastonbury Row, Starmer apologises over Welfare Bill rebellion, Wimbledon gets underway in SW19

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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The Sunday 7 - Apple Podcasts celebrate 20 years, why your baby could be DNA mapped, and good news from a Galaxy, far, far away

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
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The Standout 7 - Twelve Day war ends in Ceasefire, Things get weird at the NATO Summit and The Edge finally picks up an Irish passport

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Government set for step back on Welfare Bill, Trump administration lashes out over Iran coverage, Worry over Weight Loss Jabs

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Standoff continues between PM and Labour Welfare rebels, NATO summit gets weird as Rutte calls Trump “daddy”, Southgate receives his Kinighthood

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Trump drops the F Bomb as shaky ceasefire holds, NATO leaders assemble in The Hague, Starmer faces Labour rebellion over Welfare Bill

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve
won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
Trump declares end of “Twelve Day War”, Zelensky in UK to meet King Charles, The Edge picks up his Irish passport

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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US strikes Iranian Nuclear Facilities, Starmer calls for calm as Iran promises retaliation, Carlos Alcaraz is the new King of Queens

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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The Sunday 7 - Can Britain cope with 40 degree heatwaves? How a job in AI could make you $100 million, and a Bear battles a Barrel

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
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Today's episode includes the following guests:
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The Standout 7 - Government U Turns on Grooming Gang Inquiry, Israel and Iran trade blows, tributes to the Queen of Clean, RIP

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
Trump wants 2 week window on Iran strike, new Post Office compensation scheme opens, Welsh Women ready for Euro Glory

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Trump ponders US attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, Bad news on HS2, Man City pick up a win in Club World Cup

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Israel and Iran continue to trade blows, Baroness Casey calls for calm over Grooming Inquiry, Tributes to the “Queen of Clean”, RIP

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Baroness Casey Report prompts new Grooming Gang Inquiry, Trump exits G7 early, Chelsea off to a winning start in Club World Cup

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
Israel and Iran continue to escalate Middle East conflict, Suspect arrested in Minnesota shootings, George Russell claims Mercedes win in Montreal

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
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The Sunday 7 - Britain leans into AI, All the updates from Apple’s WWDC25, and why you might need Poo Pills

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following guests:
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The Standout 7 - Labour splash the cash on the NHS in Spending Review, Trump causes chaos in Los Angeles, and tributes to music icon Brian Wilson, RIP

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
Air India flight crashes on take off, Israel launches preemptive strikes on Iran, Hamilton hopeful as F1 heads to Montreal

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Reeves splashes the cash in Spending Review, Trouble flares again in Northern Ireland, tributes to an American Music Icon, Brian Wilson RIP

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Britain to invest Billions in Nuclear Energy, Austria stunned by School Shooting, Thomas Tuchel chalks up first loss as England boss

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Labour officially U-Turn on Winter Fuel Allowance, NATO Chief warns of Russia Threat, Andy Murray is back at the Queen’s Club

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Trump escalates tension in LA as National Guard arrive, Greta Thunberg intercepted by Israeli Navy, Carlos Alcaraz wins epic French Open final

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
The Sunday 7 - Sam Altman’s predictions for AI’s next steps, Will Guyatt reviews Nintendo Switch 2, and the World’s Smallest Violin

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following guests:
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The Standout 7 - Government pledges “Battle Ready Britain”, Ukraine surprise Russia, twice, and Jessie J shares some shocking news

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
Reform Chairman quits over Burqa Row, Donald Trump and Elon Musk go to war on social media, Lionesses announce Euro 2025 squad

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Putin threatens Ukraine retaliation in call with Trump, US blocks UN Security council vote on Gaza, Djokovic through to French Open Semi Finals

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Water Commission warns Britain’s water system is failing, Ukraine strike at Kerch Bridge, disappointment for Lionesses in Spain

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
Labour pledges to get Britain “Battle Ready”, Ukraine and Russia talks end in stalemate, heartbreak for Brits at French Open

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
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Ukraine launch daring drone strike in Russia, Riots in Paris after Champions League win, Stranger Things Season 5 dates announced

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
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The Sunday 7 - Meet a Food Futurologist, Elon Musk’s fall from favour, Butch & Sunni open up about their NASA nightmare

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
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Today's episode includes the following guests:
Guests...
The Standout 7 - Liverpool Tragedy, Reform bid for Labour Voters, King Charles in Canada and tributes to a BBC Legend

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
Starmer accuses Farage of bringing “poison into politics”, Trump’s Tariff Wars run into legal difficulties, 3 Brits through to 3rd Round at the French Open

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Tate Brothers set to face 21 charges, Germany approves long range missiles for Ukraine, Chelsea complete European Trophy collection

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
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Police charge Liverpool suspect, King Charles opens Canadian Parliament, and the Brits set records at Roland Garros

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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Horror incident at Liverpool victory parade, Trump fumes over Putin attacks on Kyiv, tributes to a BBC icon.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following:
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The Sunday 7 - Google’s new AI Innovations, what ex Apple designer Sir Jonny Ives is up to, and why Wales is about to be full of glittery poo!

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards
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Today's episode includes the following guests:
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The Standout 7 - Starmer does a deal with the EU, Trump fails to get Putin on a ceasefire path and Spurs win the Europa League

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
Netanyahu lashes out at World Leaders, Starmer signs over Chagos Islands, and Lewis Hamilton is ready for the Monaco Grand Prix

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
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Today's episode includes the following:
https://x.com/i/status/1925588689976979627https://x.com/i...
Labour U-Turn on Winter Fuel Allowance, Israel aims to control all of Gaza, Spurs win Europa League

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…
With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we’ve won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awards
If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...
Today's episode includes the following: