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The Capitalist

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United Kingdom
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Rachel Reeves
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Housing Solutions
Free Enterprise
Conservatism
Landlords

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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Recent Guests

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
Preston Byrne
Free speech lawyer who focuses on technology and regulatory issues
Episode: Is the Online Safety Act doomed?
James Price
Senior Fellow at the Adam Smith Institute
Adam Smith Institute
Episode: Despatch: Labour need a new strategy
Jeremy Hunt
Former Chancellor of the Exchequer
Episode: Budget Day with Jeremy Hunt
Ewen Stewart
City Economist and member of the Growth Commission
Episode: Despatch: Can Britain escape its economic doom loop?
Robin Lustig
Former presenter for the BBC World Service and Radio 4, and a seasoned observer of broadcasting issues
Episode: Can the BBC survive its biggest crisis yet?

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Marc Sidwell
Host of the show, involved in discussions about economic goals and policy effectiveness.

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 Kingdom6 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

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Is small-state conservatism ready for a comeback?
Q: How quickly could things turn around if Britain embraced small state conservatism?
In one parliament, significant improvements could be seen within a couple of years, particularly in areas like simpler taxes and better productivity.
Is small-state conservatism ready for a comeback?
Q: Is corruption an area where a small state would be good or bad?
Corruption is an area where a small state can have a positive effect, fostering a high trust society that functions better.
The Rage of Party with George Owers
Q: With Brexit, do you think there are things people can learn from the conflicts we face today by looking back at this time?
Yes, there are important lessons regarding the realignment of politics around attitudes towards international questions and economic systems.
Will Trump strike Iran?
Q: How seriously should we take Merz's comments?
We should take it seriously as the situation in Iran indicates a clear opposition to the ruling regime and a pro-Western populace.
Sir Malcolm Rifkind on the future of the Conservatives
Q: What do you think will be the outcome of the war in Ukraine?
It is unlikely that the current peace proposals will be accepted by Putin, and any resolution needs to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and democratic decisions.

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This podcast focuses on exploring contemporary issues surrounding politics, economics, and public policy with a focus on free market principles. Episodes typically feature discussions on topics such as economic reform, educational policy, taxation, and governmental accountability, all from a market-driven perspective. Guests often include experts from various fields offering insights into the complex dynamics that shape the UK's political landscape alongside debates that assess the effectiveness of current strategies and proposals from multiple political viewpoints.

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4. George Owers
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7. Jeremy Hunt
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