St Elwick’s Neighbourhood Association Newsletter Podcast, By Mike Wozniak and Joel Porter
This real gem of a comedy podcast has thrived during lockdown. Mike Wozniak plays Malcolm Durridge, the editor of a fictional parish newsletter that is published in podcast form due to budget constraints and pandemic restrictions. Durridge reports on all of the drama of the village, including community news, local history and gossip, with some guest appearances from villagers who bear a striking resemblance to comedians such as Isy Suttie, Romesh Ranganathan and James Acaster.
How to Vaccinate the World, BBC Radio 4
It’s the biggest news story in the world, and one of the biggest logistical challenges that medicine has ever faced. The journalist and economist Tim Harford reports on the ongoing global race to create a vaccine and how companies and governments are approaching the task of vaccinating as many humans as possible, as soon as possible. He finds out what goes on behind the scenes as vaccines are manufactured, distributed and injected, and how decisions are made about who gets priority.
The Immaculate Deception, By Somethin’ Else
This fascinating investigative podcast is part true crime, part horror. Journalist Jenny Kleeman explores the story of fertility doctor Jan Karbaat, who was renowned for getting amazing results, but sparked dark rumours that led to serious allegations about his methods. The podcast asks wider questions about the power and trust that we place in fertility doctors, and becomes a carefully produced account of a situation with hugely complex ethical repercussions.
