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Coffee House Shots

The Spectator
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Kemi Badenoch
Conservative Party
Donald Trump
Rachel Reeves
China
Nigel Farage
UK Economy
Reform UK
Iran
Peter Mandelson
Reform Party
Brexit
United Kingdom
UK Government
Ukraine
UK Budget
Green Party
Shabana Mahmood

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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Latest Episodes

Is Labour about to lose Wales? That’s what the polling suggests. After 27 years, Wales is seeking change. The beneficiaries look to be the outsiders, Plaid Cymru and Reform UK. Why is it this moment in particular that people are seeking new answers? ... more

The long-debated assisted dying bill is expected to fail in the House of Lords today – described by the bill's leading advocate Lord Falconer as failing 'not on its merits' but 'due to procedural wrangling'. Natasha Feroze speaks to Tim Shipman and J... more

Somewhere in the documents surrounding Peter Mandelson’s ambassadorial appointment, the Spectator's political editor Tim Shipman reveals, is a text Keir Starmer sent the night before the announcement. ‘You’ll be brilliant in challenging circumstances... more

It will come as no surprise that Keir Starmer appears to have heard a very different evidence session from Sir Olly Robbins to the one everyone else thought the ex Foreign Office mandarin gave yesterday. The Prime Minister arrived in the Commons for ... more

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Recent Guests

Danny Kruger
MP for East Wiltshire, Head of Performance and Preparations for Government's Unit
UK Government
Episode: Danny Kruger: Reform’s plan to tear up the system
Cindy Gallop
Sex influencer and founder of Make Love Not Porn
Make Love Not Porn
Episode: Inside parliament’s ‘summer of sex’ | Cindy Gallop & Cleo Watson
Tucker Carlson
Right-wing influencer described in BBC interview
Fox News (commentary)
Episode: Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 12/04/2026
Louis O'Geran
Senior Associate at More in Common
More in Common
Episode: Will Labour lose Wales?
Gawain Towler
Former Director of Communications for Reform UK
Reform UK
Episode: Left turn: who should Reform target?
Chris Curtis
Labour MP, former pollster
Labour Party
Episode: Hero voters: who should Labour target? with Chris Curtis MP & Deborah Mattinson
Deborah Mattinson
Pollster and political consultant
Independent/Consulting in political strategy
Episode: Hero voters: who should Labour target? with Chris Curtis MP & Deborah Mattinson
Lewis Goodall
Broadcaster, Channel 4 Dispatches filmmaker
Channel 4
Episode: Why is Starmer so unpopular? with Lewis Goodall
Jack Rankin
Tory MP for Windsor
Conservative Party
Episode: Conservative radicalism: who should the Tories target? with Jack Rankin MP

Hosts

Oscar Edmondson
Host of Coffee House Shots
Megan McElroy
Host of Coffee House Shots
James Heale
Host of Coffee House Shots

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Absolute rubbish.

    Boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    George 15 A
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • A podcast whose answer to 70 years of failed conservative policies

    Is to have a culture war with all the immigrants you let into the country for cheap labour? Spectacularly dumb and as self defeating as everything else you idiots have ever imposed upon Britain. You are the problem. Stand down, get a proper job.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands22 days ago
  • Shippers - stop interrupting!!!

    Interesting podcast but I’m getting increasingly annoyed by Tim Shipman butting in and interrupting James Heale and others. Let them finish their points first!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rickardo J
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • A half zinger now

    Was my favourite UK political podcast. Still has lots of insight and inner circle gossip, but too many monologues and really missing the variety and deft touch of the former hosts. Bring ‘em back Michael Gove!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    OziMozzie
    Australiaa month ago
  • Live show - biased junk

    What happened? The spectator USED to be the one place I could get both sides of a debate …..guess it’s Gove that’s turned this into pro Tory, anti Reform propaganda 😢….not for me anymore ….sadly 👋👋

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    aw194
    United Kingdoma month ago

Listeners Say

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The succinct format is praised for its accessibility, although there's a call for more diverse voices following the exit of some female hosts.
Listeners appreciate the show's intelligent analysis and timely political commentary, highlighting the expertise of hosts like Tim Shipman.
Criticism has emerged regarding a perceived shift toward more partisan views, particularly after changes in hosting and content direction.

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Danny Kruger: Reform’s plan to tear up the system
Q: What is your view on reforming the House of Lords and how to prevent it from blocking the agenda?
The goal is to ensure the Commons has a proper mandate and scrutiny, with a revised balance that prevents unelected peers from blocking the democratic will, while still allowing meaningful debate.
Danny Kruger: Reform’s plan to tear up the system
Q: Which particular legislation are you looking at in terms of either tweaking or repealing?
The plan includes changes to the CRAG 2010, the Ministerial Code, the Civil Service Code, and the overall configuration of Whitehall to improve accountability and delivery.
Inside parliament’s ‘summer of sex’ | Cindy Gallop & Cleo Watson
Q: Cindy, what will be a sign of victory for this campaign if we come back in six months?
Cindy envisions a society where many Brits feel comfortable talking openly about sex education, can communicate better with partners and children, and where schools address sexual health without embarrassment, signaling progress in public discourse and education.
Inside parliament’s ‘summer of sex’ | Cindy Gallop & Cleo Watson
Q: Cindy, welcome. Just explain to our viewers and listeners what a sex influencer is and how you got roped into this campaign.
Cindy describes herself as a sex tech entrepreneur and founder of Make Love Not Porn, arguing it serves as a real-world, educational alternative to typical porn, and explains her collaboration with Samantha Niblett on a campaign to promote open, lifelong sex education. She emphasizes the need to reduce shame, increase dialogue, and address online harms with education rather than relying solely on regulation.
The 'Anglo-Gaullism' debate | Ben Judah
Q: How might Britain learn from de Gaulle in terms of domestic reform and national strategy?
The guest and host discuss tightening national governance, considering a more autonomous European stance, and potentially adopting structural reforms that reduce paralysis in government while listening to domestic lobbies in a way that does not compromise national sovereignty.

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What is Coffee House Shots about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Political discussions feature prominently, with episodes analyzing key British political events, the workings of parliamentary dynamics, and interviews with political journalists and experts. The hosts frequently tackle topics such as government spending, political leadership, and significant figures in UK politics, providing detailed commentary on evolving political scenarios. Particularly notable is the focus on contemporary controversies, policy debates, and historical context, which aim to offer listeners insightful perspectives on the political landscape. This keen analysis is complemented by a roster of engaging hosts with varied expertise in political commentary, contributing to a rich dialogue that appeals to those seeking a deeper ... more

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