Putin’s Chemical Weapon False Flag, or US Cover Up?
Western leaders have suggested that Putin is planning a false flag operation using biological or chemical weapons. Should they be believed?
How the Media Are Pushing for Endless War
The horror of Putin’s war on Ukraine is all too clear to see. But by focussing on punishing Putin instead of de-escalation, are western politicians and media taking an unpalatable risk?
With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.
Did Empire Really End? Ash Sarkar Meets Kojo Koram
Throughout the 20th century, as countries gained independence from the British Empire, there was a rightful sense of renewed agency. And yet, in the world of finance and global capital, many corporate structures of empire continue to exist. Ash Sarkar speaks to Kojo Koram, author of ‘Uncommon Wealth: Britain and The Aftermath of Empire’.
Russia Offer to End War “In a Moment” If Ukraine Accepts Demands
Putin has offered peace terms to Ukraine’s President Zelensky which scale back on initial Russian demands. Is this a sign of a weakened leader ready to compromise? We speak to Russia-expert Anton Barbashin.
Putin Shells Cities in Bid to Break Ukraine
Faced with a stronger than expected Ukrainian resistance, Putin has returned to a familiar tactic of urban warfare: Indiscriminate shelling & siege. We speak to Anatol Lieven who has reported on Russia’s military actions in Syria and Chechnya.
How Racism Affects Our Sex Lives
Does love transcend everything? What does it mean to fall in love in an unequal world? Dalia Gebrial looks at how race shapes our experiences of sex and desire, and asks: what would it take to create better conditions for loving one another?
Putin Ups Violence As Ukrainian Cities Face Heavy Shelling
As Russia claims to have taken its first city, the war in Ukraine looks set to get bloodier. We analyse the latest developments, and speak to Matthew Ford about the informational front on Ukraine’s battefields.
Ukraine Resists As Putin Threatens Nuclear War
We speak to Professor Paul Rogers for the latest on Russia’s war on Ukraine
Putin Moves on Kyiv
As Russian troops enter Moscow, we speak to experts from Ukraine, Russia, and the UK.
Will Putin’s Donbas Escalation Lead to All Out War?
#TyskySour returns this evening with Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
Boris Johnson Drops ALL Covid Regulations and Support
Boris Johnson has announced the end of all Covid restrictions, and the end of all Covid support. Is this “learning to live” with the virus?
Russia and West Fight Info War Over Ukraine
In the standoff over Ukraine, it’s not just Russia leaking dodgy intelligence. How do we make sense of a conflict when we’re stuck in an information war?
Disgraced Prince Andrew Settles With Virginia Giuffre
Prince Andrew has settled with Virginia Guiffre, and so will avoid a jury trial for sexual abuse claims. Is this justice, and who paid the reported £12 million? With Michael Walker and Dalia Gebrial.
Do I Think About Rape Too Much?
Why are women more afraid of violence from strangers on the street when – statistically speaking – home is the place where they’re most unsafe? Ash Sarkar takes a look at how rational fears are used to justify irrational policy decisions, and what we miss when we talk about ‘rape culture’.
Are We on the Brink of War?
If we are to believe politicians in the UK & US, the standoff between Ukraine and Russia is likely to imminently descend into a full-blown war. We speak to Paul Rogers about the interests at play, and what might happen next.
Met Chief Cressida Dick Forced to Quit
As Met police chief Cressida Dick is forced to resign, we assess her career so far and discuss who might replace her.
Johnson Pledges to End Covid Rules by End of the Month
Boris Johnson has announced his plan to end all Covid-19 restrictions by the end of the month. Is this how we learn to live with coronavirus, or a risky political stunt?
Boris Johnson’s Reboot Stunted by Sunak
Boris Johnson’s new chief spin doctor has decided the way to win back the trust of an insulted public is to increase the level of banter.
Michael Walker & Ash Sarkar try to make it make sense.