• February 17-21: Ukraine, Trump, and the Pope - A Week of Power Plays and Public Perception

  • Feb 23 2025
  • Length: 18 mins
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February 17-21: Ukraine, Trump, and the Pope - A Week of Power Plays and Public Perception

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  • In this debut episode, I dive into a whirlwind week of headlines (February 17–21) where geopolitics collided with media drama.

    Monday kicks off with BBC News analysing Europe’s scramble to stay relevant in U.S.-Russia peace talks regarding the war in Ukraine, while Tuesday’s ITV coverage exposes the sting of Ukraine’s exclusion from these negotiations. By Wednesday, Channel 4 News turns up the heat as Trump ignites a firestorm with accusations against Zelenskyy. Sky News follows on Thursday, unpacking White House fury and a controversial military deal, before Friday pivots sharply to 5 News’ sobering update on Pope Francis’ health - a break from the political tension.

    I unpack how each broadcaster’s tone, correspondents, and editorial choices shape the story: Is the BBC subtly critiquing Trump? Why does ITV sound more skeptical than urgent? And how does Channel 4 turn a Trump rant into a masterclass on media accountability? From fiery soundbites (“You’d have to search far and wide for a bigger clown than Trump!”) to quiet Vatican uncertainty, this episode reveals how not just what has happened this week - but also how we are being told to feel about it.

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