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The Capitalist

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The Capitalist is the podcast that champions free markets, fresh ideas, and thoughtful solutions. Join sharp minds from business, politics, and beyond for intelligent debate and optimistic conversations about building a brighter, market-driven future for Britain. Brought to you by the team behind CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster.

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The political map we grew up with is obsolete. What comes next could be far more turbulent than anything we've seen so far. Historian Stephen Davies, author of The Great Realignment, joins CapX editor Marc Sidwell to make the case that the upheavals ... more

In the winter of 1973, Britain ran on three days a week. Candles lit homes, shops shut early, and a Prime Minister insisted everything was under control — right up until it wasn't. Half a century later, the warnings are sounding again.

Dr Lawrence N... more

We have been telling ourselves the wrong story about recessions for four centuries. And the consequences of that error are bigger than you might think.

Dr. Tyler Goodspeed, former chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers and author of t... more

Rachel Reeves delivers her Mais lecture. Zack Polanski addresses the New Economics Foundation. Both correctly identify the wounds – and then reach for policies that will make them worse.

Britain's productivity slowdown is the worst in 250 years. GDP... more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Goodspeed
Author of Recession: The Real Reasons Economies Shrink and What to Do About It
Author, University/Think Tank context inferred from book
Episode: Tyler Goodspeed: You're wrong about recessions
Reem Ibrahim
Writer for Reason Magazine
Reason Magazine
Episode: Despatch: Same mistakes, same results
James Cowling
Founder and Managing Director of Next Gen Tories
Next Gen Tories
Episode: How the Tories win again
Tim Leunig
Chief Economist at the Innovation Agency, Nesta
Nesta
Episode: Tim Leunig: Let's tap the North Sea for energy
Pierre Poilievre
Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, prominent political figure
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Pierre Poilievre: Why free markets work
Bryan Caplan
Economist and author
George Mason University
Episode: Build, baby, build
John Penrose
Founder of the Centre for Small State Conservatives and former Conservative MP
Centre for Small State Conservatives
Episode: Is small-state conservatism ready for a comeback?
Mani Basharzad
Iranian journalist and researcher
Episode: Will Trump strike Iran?
George Owers
Author of The Rage of Party
CapX
Episode: The Rage of Party with George Owers

Hosts

Marc Sidwell
Host of The Capitalist with a focus on market-oriented policy analysis and commentary.
Mark Sidwell
Editor of CapX and a frequent host discussing policy, politics, and economic reform.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Incisive stuff

    Great guests, great commentary, and well edited.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dec Tenor 1
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • World Class

    These very topical chats are insightful and expertly led by the Capx team without being partisan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CrispianD
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Always interesting please use a microphone

    Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have clarity of interviewer and interviewee

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Egalata
    Australia6 years ago
  • Cracking content

    Time and again content that isn’t just following the popular crowd, CapX are producing some absolute corkers and I’m really enjoying it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrGareth
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Wonderful discussion

    It would be great to hear a talk by Alex Epstein “The morale case for fossil fuel “

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kim Ill Baba
    Australia7 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Content isn't afraid to challenge mainstream narratives with data-driven arguments.
Engaging, sharp guests and well-edited discussions.
Sound quality and pacing can vary; stronger intros and conclusions would help.
Audience seeks practical policy ideas and real-world implications.
Topical, policy-forward, and largely non-partisan in presentation.

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Tyler Goodspeed: You're wrong about recessions
Q: If recessions are hard to forecast, what should policymakers do when they emerge?
Follow a Hippocratic oath approach—do no harm, avoid contractionary policies that worsen downturns, and focus on targeted social relief where needed while maintaining conditions that support long-run growth.
Tyler Goodspeed: You're wrong about recessions
Q: In your new book, Recession, what is the core idea about how we should understand recessions?
Recessions are driven more by adverse, unanticipated shocks than by the natural consequences of booms; expansions are healthy deviations that end when these shocks occur, and many traditional signals mislead when attempting to forecast downturns.
Tim Leunig: Let's tap the North Sea for energy
Q: Do you see nuclear as part of a secure and green energy mix for the UK, given the Fingleton Review and ongoing debates about baseload?
Nuclear is useful for a limited baseload but not a panacea; dispatchable gas and other flexible sources, plus wind and storage, will be essential, and modular reactors remain unproven at scale, so decisions should be cautious and cost-focused.
Tim Leunig: Let's tap the North Sea for energy
Q: Do you think it's hard on politicians who are hungry for revenue and facing a difficult fiscal situation to implement windfall taxes and energy policies?
Labour's windfall tax evolution reflects political practicality; a broader, upfront framework like CFDs could balance revenue needs with encouraging North Sea investment, but the design matters to avoid dampening development.
Tim Leunig: Let's tap the North Sea for energy
Q: Now, when the war in Iran saw gas prices double last week, how worried were you by that? What does it tell us about the vulnerability of the UK in terms of energy?
It shows a vulnerability, and anything we do this summer isn't going to work by this autumn. The vulnerability is apparent and we should take action accordingly.

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What is The Capitalist about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently centers on free-market policies, economic reform, and pragmatic governance in the UK, with episodes spanning energy strategy, housing, taxation, and political strategy. Guests range from economists and policy thinkers to politicians and writers, often framing issues through a market-friendly lens while acknowledging political constraints. Noteworthy is the program's willingness to juxtapose classic liberal principles with contemporary UK concerns, and its tendency to feature high-profile policy discussions that appeal to listeners interested in economics, public policy, and Westminster politics. These conversations are usually sharp, with a focus on practical reforms and real-world outcomes, making it helpful for liste... more

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