The Briefing Room Episodes Available now

Brexit decision time
As Brexit looms what will future relations between the EU and Britain look like?

Why are the British Armed Forces short of personnel?
How well equipped is Britain today to defend itself both at home and overseas?

Could Italy bring down the European Union?
Why Italy's new government has EU leaders worried.

Macron: One Year On
One year into his presidency, can France's Emmanuel Macron succeed where others failed?

Is the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Office a problem department?
Why do so many politicians dread the job of ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Secretary?

What is the problem with plastic?
How serious is the problem of plastic waste, and how should it be tackled?

A new Cold War?
Is the world about to see a new Cold War between Russia and the West?

Violent Crime
Why does violent crime seem to be on the rise in some parts of the UK?

Can you win a trade war?
What exactly is a trade war and can you win one?

The EU after Brexit – A special programme together with The Bottom Line
Evan Davis and David Aaronovitch present a programme looking at the EU after Brexit