Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins
TalkJoin Ian Collins on Talk for a lively, no-nonsense look at the day’s biggest stories, from politics and current affairs to culture and entertainment. Ian dives deep with expert guests, outspoken commentators, and compelling callers, bringing fresh angles and sharp analysis to everything making headlines.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 138 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryPolitics | |||
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Is social media now deciding British politics? With online campaigns dominating the headlines and parties fighting for viral moments, we examine how X, TikTok and digital activism are reshaping elections, political narratives and public opinion.
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Is Labour tearing itself apart over Brexit again? A furious row has erupted after Wes Streeting was accused of using the EU issue to undermine Andy Burnham, triggering fresh civil war inside Labour.
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Is Andy Burnham preparing to replace Keir Starmer and could Reform destroy Labour’s plans? With Wes Streeting now backing Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster, speculation is growing that Labour is preparing for life after Keir Starmer.
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- Brilliant
There can never be enough Ian Collins podcasts, the voice sense and reason.
Apple Podcasts5Pistol p71
United Kingdom6 months ago - Fantastic Podcast. Highly recommended
Without doubt one of the best podcasts out. George’s knowledge of geopolitical issues is second to none. Well worth a listen.
Apple Podcasts5James Paterson
Australia7 years ago - Best and amazing source of British political news.
George is amazing and have been his fan for very long time.
Fridays would be my time to download and watch his radio show via other sources, glad to see he now has a podcast.
Only decent show on talk radio.
Will share this with every one, as in a time of fake news George drops some real
TRUTH bombs!
Apple Podcasts5Aslan77United Kingdom8 years ago - Very Insightful 👍🏻👍🏻
Great insightful podcast in today’s world of disinformation. Thank you George !!
Apple Podcasts5OriginalDude
United States8 years ago - The best commentary on world events!!!
A very refreshing commentary on current affairs by one of Britain’s most knowledgeable and eloquent orators! Not to be missed!
Please update more expeditiously for those of us not able to listen live!!!
Apple Podcasts5GG for PM
Canada8 years ago
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Across recent episodes, the show threads together UK politics, economics, energy policy, and international affairs with a brisk, opinionated style. Listeners hear a revolving door of former MPs, political commentators, think-tank voices, and policy experts weighing Brexit's legacy, energy costs, welfare debates, and tensions in UK-US-East relationships. The host often probes how global events translate into domestic policy, highlighting regulatory burdens, energy security, migration, and security concerns while sharpening views with candor and humor. A standout trait is the willingness to entertain provocative policy ideas—from industrial revival plans to digital ID and surveillance debates—delivered in a no-nonsense, accessible format that... more
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Recent guests on Afternoon Empire include:
1. Alex Deane
2. Joe Twyman
3. Kevin Schofield
4. Henry Murison
5. Harrison Allman-Varty
6. Michael Simmons
7. Josh Simons
8. Alexander Larman
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