Behind the scenes with David Attenborough + ‘ISIS brides’ arrested

Behind the scenes with David Attenborough + ‘ISIS brides’ arrested

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May 7, 2026 · 27 min · Season 7 · Episode 219

About this episode

This episode features a deep dive into David Attenborough's career and discusses current news events including the arrest of ISIS brides.

Friday Headlines:  ‘ISIS Brides’ arrested and expected to face court today Vigils held across the country to honour five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby WHO assures the world hantavirus outbreak isn’t the next Covid Man arrested after allegedly threatening former Prince Andrew with a weapon Parasitic wasp named after David Attenborough for his 100th birthday Deep Dive: David Attenborough is 100 today, and to celebrate a century of extraordinary storytelling and wildlife filmmaking, we’re taking a look back on his career.  From the accidental presenter of Zoo Quest in the 1950s, to the most trusted voice in the natural world, he’s also received two knighthoods, has had 30 species named after him, and is a fierce advocate for action on climate change.  In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by science broadcaster, journalist, and longtime host of ABC RN's The Science Show, Robyn Williams AO, who has known and worked alongside Sir David for decades, to discuss the documentarian’s incredible life.  Follow The Briefing:  TikTok: @thebriefingpod Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast&nbsp…

People in this episode

Host: Sacha Barbour Gatt

Guest: Robyn Williams AO

Topics covered

  • David Attenborough
  • ISIS brides
  • wildlife filmmaking
  • climate change
  • news headlines
  • celebrity interviews

Keywords

  • David Attenborough
  • ISIS brides
  • hantavirus
  • wildlife
  • climate change
  • news
  • interview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WHO

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