
Daily political analysis from The Spectator's top team of writers, including Michael Gove, Tim Shipman, Isabel Hardman, James Heale and many others.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 3435 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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In this Saturday edition of Coffee House Shots, James Heale is joined by Noa Hoffman, who has been reporting on the election from Israel, and former Foreign Office special adviser Ben Judah to unpack the results.
They discuss the historic turnout a... more
John Healey’s budget on Wednesday contained 98 measures, the most since 2010, and yet the OBR appears to be questioning the extent of his £15 billion in headroom. Tim Shipman speaks to the OBR’s David Miles about a tax take heading for a post-war hig... more
The Spectator’s editor Michael Gove, political editor Tim Shipman, economics editor Michael Simmons, economist and CEO of the Great British Business Council Catherine McBride and Harry Bell, director of financial planning at Raymond James, will give ... more
Chancellor John Healey has just delivered his first Budget of the Burnham premiership – but has he done enough to turn the economy around?
In this special edition of Coffee House Shots, Economics Editor Michael Simmons and Deputy Political Editor Ja... more
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I really like listening to this podcast. Tim Shipman and James Heale are excellent, well informed journalists with interesting insights into current political developments and personalities. I actually prefer them to Katy Balls/James Forsyth.
Enjoyed listening to these easily digestible pods for years which continue to give an intimate insight into the workings of the Westminster Village. Tim Shipman, with his no doubt bulky contacts book and Michael Simmons’s data driven analysis creates real context to economic and political policies.
Since the Gove takeover and the “new” blood, this has become tedious. It’s like a 6th form common room. Silly Kier Starmer impressions are cringe. But what really grates is the host who prefixes everything he says with “Look…”
Appalling Avoid
I’ve seen a lot of grumbling on here about Tim Shipman. His interview with Malcolm Rifkind was excellent and very insightful, I thought.
Like the short form format.
Isabel Hardman barely lets politicians get a word in. But blessedly, it’s still short!
I listened to this podcast on occasion because I found it hilarious how triggered the spectator is over Andy Burnham and Labour, although the right wing rhetoric has become tedious. However, the spectator’s despicably racist targeting of the late Professor Jason Arday, and now Lord Simon Woolly means they have crossed a very dangerous line. Unfollowed. Please do the same.
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Short-form daily analysis of Westminster politics and policy, with a focus on strategy, party dynamics, and policy implications. Episodes frequently cover immigration, defence, social care, and high-profile cabinet moves, often featuring insider perspectives from prominent political journalists and policymakers. The show stands out for its bite-sized format, fast-paced debates, and guest-driven conversations, though listener sentiment suggests a divide between balanced analysis and partisan framing depending on the hosting lineup. This mix makes it a solid pick for listeners seeking crisp, timely political insight and for guests aiming to reach a politically engaged audience.
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