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Any Questions? and Any Answers?

BBC Radio 4
Labour Party
Donald Trump
Ukraine
NHS
Gaza
Climate Change
Keir Starmer
Assisted Dying
Immigration
NATO
Iran
Conservative Party
Israel
UK Government
Social Care
Mental Health
UK Economy
Brexit
Child Poverty
Russia

Alex Forsyth presents topical debate in which guests from politics, business, science, arts and the media answer questions from members of the public. Anita Anand presents listeners' responses to the issues raised.

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Annabel Denham
Columnist and senior political commentator
Telegraph
Episode: Annabel Denham, Miranda Green, Dan Tomlinson MP, Lord Vaizey
Miranda Green
Columnist and deputy opinion editor
Financial Times
Episode: Annabel Denham, Miranda Green, Dan Tomlinson MP, Lord Vaizey
Dan Tomlinson
Minister for Growth
UK Government
Episode: Annabel Denham, Miranda Green, Dan Tomlinson MP, Lord Vaizey
Ed Vaizey
Conservative peer, former minister
House of Lords
Episode: Annabel Denham, Miranda Green, Dan Tomlinson MP, Lord Vaizey
Saqib Bhatti
Conservative MP for Meriden and Solihull East; Shadow Education Minister
UK Parliament
Episode: AQ: Saqib Bhatti MP, Lord Falconer, Baroness Fox, Polly Mackenzie
Claire Fox
Director of the Academy of Ideas; Brexit Party MEP
Academy of Ideas
Episode: AQ: Saqib Bhatti MP, Lord Falconer, Baroness Fox, Polly Mackenzie
Polly Mackenzie
Political commentator and policy expert
Times Radio; Future Governance Forum Think Tank
Episode: AQ: Saqib Bhatti MP, Lord Falconer, Baroness Fox, Polly Mackenzie
Therese Coffey
Baroness, Conservative peer and former cabinet minister
Conservative Party
Episode: AQ: Baroness Bennett of Manor House, Baroness Coffey, Liam Halligan and Baroness Hazarika
Ayesha Hazarika
Baroness, Labour figure, columnist and Times Radio broadcaster
Labour Party
Episode: AQ: Baroness Bennett of Manor House, Baroness Coffey, Liam Halligan and Baroness Hazarika

Hosts

Alex Forsyth
Host of topical debates and presenter
Anita Anand
Host of the programme; hosts Any Answers? and contributes to audience Q&As

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 499 ratings
  • Anita Anand

    She is definitely not the right person for such a political programme..

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    desi1234@5
    Switzerland5 months ago
  • Anita steals the show

    Anita Anand does a great job of herding cats on the Any Answers segment of the show. She’s courteous, thoughtful and fun.

    It’s a shame she doesn’t host the main questions. When she’s filled in for the main host, she’s been well informed, engaging and elicited more meaningful answers from the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bearminable
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Any Answers – Anita Arnand

    V much enjoy AQ but AA is unlistenable due to Anita Arnand’s patronising and childish responses to callers. Awful and cringe-making.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mrs overall
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Left-wing people clapping

    This show was so my better without an audience. It is now ruined by left-wing people in the audience going as crazy as if England have won the World Cup (which they’d actually boo) every time someone says something negative about the Tories. They’re should be a no clapping/whooping/cheering/ policy or do it without an audience again.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hdjdodpskdjdpspsj
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Left-wing people clapping

    This show was so my better without an audience.

    It is now ruined by left-wing people in the audience going as crazy as if England have won the World Cup (which they’d actually boo) every time someone says something negative about the Tories.

    They’re should be a no clapping/whooping/cheering/ policy or do it without an audience again.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hdjdodpskdjdpspsj
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The audience interaction is a standout feature, though some callers want more rigorous questioning.
Sound quality and episode consistency are frequent talking points in reviews.
The mix of panelists from multiple parties is generally appreciated for cross‑bench perspectives.
Guests and topics are seen as timely, though some callers feel coverage is biased or unbalanced.
Listeners value balanced debate and thoughtful hosts, with some criticism aimed at pacing and hosting style.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#247
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#39
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#80
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#90
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#190
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Hamish Falconer MP, Andrew Rosindell MP, Lord David Willetts, Munira Wilson MP
Q: What action will you take to address climate and nature emergencies?
Panelists suggested accelerating renewable investments, improving energy efficiency, and avoiding counterproductive measures like expanding certain airports, while aligning policy with net-zero goals and practical cost considerations.
Hamish Falconer MP, Andrew Rosindell MP, Lord David Willetts, Munira Wilson MP
Q: Do you think the student loan system is unfair?
There is a broad consensus that reforms are needed, particularly around interest rates and repayment thresholds, with agreement that the system should be fair, affordable, and sustainable while continuing to support access to higher education.
AQ: Laila Cunningham, Baroness Hodge, Mike Martin MP, Sir Andrew Mitchell MP
Q: What should Burnham actually do in government regarding welfare or defense?
Panelists push for concrete policy direction, including stronger defence funding and clear welfare reform details, rather than vague vibes, with expectations for a plan that aligns with the party's manifesto.
AQ: Laila Cunningham, Baroness Hodge, Mike Martin MP, Sir Andrew Mitchell MP
Q: Is it okay for Andy Burnham to just walk into the Prime Minister's role?
The panel emphasizes that in a parliamentary system there should be elections and accountability, and while leadership is important, an electoral mandate remains essential for such a transition.
AQ: Stephen Gethins MSP, Helen McDade MSP, Michael Shanks MP, Lorna Slater MSP
Q: How would you pay for the effective defence for the UK?
The panel discusses that defence funding requires balancing higher expenditure with savings across departments, recognizing the need to invest in future capabilities while acknowledging political trade-offs and the impact on international development.

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The show features lively, multi-voice policy debates and caller-rich discussions on current UK politics, policy innovations, and societal issues. Episodes commonly center on climate and energy policy, social care funding, devolution, and the mechanics of governance, often with cross-party perspectives and fast-paced audience Q&A. Notable moments frequently emerge around leadership questions, by-elections, budget trade-offs, and long-term reform versus short-term fixes. The format frequently blends panel insights from MPs, peers, and political commentators with practical, ground-level experiences from listeners. This combination probably appeals to listeners who enjoy policy nuance, regional perspectives, and debates about the balance betwee... more

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