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Sensemaker
Sensemaker
Tortoise Media

The Sensemaker from Tortoise - one story every day to make sense of the world.To find out more about Tortoise:Download the Tortoise... more

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Episodes

What does the earthquake mean for Myanmar?

Myanmar is reeling from the aftershocks of a 7.7 magnitude earthquake and the death toll keeps rising. With a civil... more

02 Apr 2025 · 6 minutes
What happens when life at an Antarctic base turns hostile?

A group of researchers at a remote Antarctic base faces unexpected conflict. With conditions meaning rescue is near impossible, how... more

01 Apr 2025 · 6 minutes
Has buy now, pay later gone too far?

Buy now, pay later platforms like Klarna have become a go-to payment option for millions, offering flexibility in tough economic... more

31 Mar 2025 · 9 minutes
Why does Netflix’s Adolescence hit a nerve?

Stephen Graham’s new four-part series has sparked a national conversation about the crisis facing young men, social media and the... more

28 Mar 2025 · 8 minutes
The chancellor’s choices

Rachel Reeves has set out her plans for the UK’s economy in her spring statement. What state are the country’s... more

27 Mar 2025 · 9 minutes
Why does Donald Trump care so much about South Africa?

The US President’s actions towards South Africa seem driven by more than land laws. Could they be part of a... more

26 Mar 2025 · 9 minutes
Why is there a measles outbreak in Texas?

Measles is spreading in Texas and shows no signs of slowing down. What does this outbreak tell us about the... more

25 Mar 2025 · 8 minutes
What is life like in Gaza since the ceasefire collapsed?

Israel has resumed its military offensive in Gaza, killing hundreds of people following the collapse of the ceasefire deal with... more

24 Mar 2025 · 9 minutes
Why has Israel started bombing Gaza again?

Israel has resumed heavy airstrikes on Gaza. Why has Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided to break the ceasefire deal... more

21 Mar 2025 · 10 minutes
Is the hunt for the 100ft wave over?

The 100ft wave is a big wave surfing milestone that was supposed to be impossible. Now, a young surfer from... more

20 Mar 2025 · 9 minutes