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Coffee House Shots

The Spectator
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Conservative Party
Donald Trump
Kemi Badenoch
Peter Mandelson
Iran
Rachel Reeves
Nigel Farage
Reform Party
Reform UK
United Kingdom
UK Economy
UK Budget
Green Party
Andy Burnham
Brexit
Gorton and Denton
Ukraine
European Union

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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Another agenda-setting cover piece from Tim Shipman has ruffled feathers in Westminster. The controversy centres on a line from a senior Labour source who told Shippers that Andy Burnham could be ‘Labour’s first woman prime minister’. The remark has ... more

Donna Ockenden's report on Nottingham NHS maternity scandal is out today, revealing 'horrendous' failings. It involves cases of negligence, cover ups, racial disparities and avoidable deaths. To discuss Britain's maternity services countrywide and wh... more

Supercharged by a by-election victory in Aberdeen South and Starmer’s resignation, Kemi Badenoch delivered a drive-by at PMQs today. She took aim at members of Starmer’s cabinet in succession: Rachel Reeves, Ed Miliband and Bridget Phillipson. Starme... more

Andy Burnham is back in Westminster, Sir Keir Starmer has resigned and Wes Streeting has said he will not contest the leadership election. Labour rebels will be celebrating that their plan has gone off without a hitch.

Now King Andy’s attention turn... more

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Recent Guests

Ed Davey
Leader of the Liberal Democrats, invited guest on the panel
Liberal Democrats
Episode: Henry Nowak: which leader has struck the right tone
Nigel Farage
Former UKIP leader and prominent political figure
Independently affiliated political figure
Episode: Exclusive: Nigel Farage's Desert Island Discs revealed
Stuart Wood
Lord Wood, member of the House of Lords, former academic and Oxford-affiliated commentator
Episode: Why politics hasn’t recovered from 2008 | with Lord Wood
Joshi Herrmann
Journalist at The Mill (Manchester independent outlet)
The Mill
Episode: Can Andy Burnham really do it?
Noa Hoffman
Political correspondent for The Spectator
The Spectator
Episode: Can Kemi really save the Tories? | with Lee Cain
Lee Cain
Founding director, Uber commander and Lord and master of Charlesby Strategy
Charlesby Strategy
Episode: Can Kemi really save the Tories? | with Lee Cain
Steve Reed
Labour MP
Labour Party
Episode: LIVE: Steve Reed on Streeting, Burnham & what happened to levelling up?
Mike Tapp
Home Office Minister for Citizenship and Immigration
UK Government - Home Office
Episode: If it’s not Keir, it’s Carns | Mike Tapp MP
Maurice Glasman
Lord Glasman, political commentator
House of Lords / Labour-aligned thinker
Episode: Should he stay, or should he go? | with Maurice Glasman

Hosts

James Heale
Senior host with long-running involvement, often guiding discussions and providing insider context.
Noa Hoffman
Co-host and contributor, known for political analysis and roundtable commentary.
Tim Shipman
Co-host and political editor, driving many discussions with sharp, strategic framing.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Awful new crew

    The new team of Oscar Edmondson, Michael Simmons and Norah Hoffman is awful. Not worth listening to. Norah sounds terrible. How the daily podcast has fallen.

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    Ccmatic
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Listen to the guests!

    Sadly Tim Shipman has slipped very quickly into the role of the radio presenter who is too powerful to be produced. Somebody needs to tell him to shut up and listen to the guests. I really rate Tim as a writer. He is a great political editor for the magazine, but he is a terrible podcast host — and only slightly better as a guest. He is too keen to show off his knowledge and too fond of the sound of his own voice. He repeatedly asks Luke Tryl a question, only to answer it himself — at great len... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Lifeclearout
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Poor

    Has gone downhill pretty rapidly since the old guard left

    Tim Shipman is a poor podcaster. He invites ppl on the show to listen to his voice as opposed to getting their views..

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nickname34967
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Shippers - LET THEM ANSWER

    Such a great, informative podcast in bitesize chunks. But - Lord have mercy - please would Tim Shipman let a guest answer a single question?!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ATW1234
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Used to be good now constant noise and earache

    Really used to love this as it is not my usual political leaning - But since Tim Shipman joined the Spectator and this podcast it has become almost unlistenable. He constantly lives the sound of his own voice and interrupts incessantly and he does not stop for breath which is just exhausting - Now will avoid

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MartyFarty
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Overall, insightful insider takes with sharp analysis but some listeners feel a shift in tone since leadership changes.
High-quality policy discussion, though some episodes are critiqued for a heavier right-leaning bias.
The show delivers concise updates and strong roundtable dynamics, especially on Westminster strategy.

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What Kemi Badenoch told Tim Shipman
Q: How are you balancing work and family, and what does that say about your leadership style?
Family balance is essential; my husband contributes to party fundraising but has a day job, and I manage my commitments with a focus on delivering for the country, showing that leadership can be compatible with personal life.
What Kemi Badenoch told Tim Shipman
Q: Would you rule out pre-election non-aggression pacts or behind-the-scenes deals to engineer seat changes or coalitions?
Yes, I rule out such deals; I believe in offering a clear Conservative platform and not trading candidate selections behind the scenes, since voters are not to be treated like pawns.
What Kemi Badenoch told Tim Shipman
Q: Right, let's cut to the chase. We're fairly short of time. What does a win look like for you guys, and is it about more seats or something else?
A win means securing a conservative government that can fix the country's problems, with enough seats to form a majority; the goal is governance and delivering on conservative principles, not merely repackaging opposition.
Why politics hasn’t recovered from 2008 | with Lord Wood
Q: Tell us through, I mean, the Tony Blair essay, I mean, what is he trying to do with this piece, do you think?
Blair appears to be intervening at some cost to himself to defend Labour's relevance, while signaling a broader strategy that centers on recapturing the political middle with a vision of a radical centre that combines alertness to changes in the world with a stubborn attachment to core Labour values.
Can Andy Burnham really do it?
Q: Now, Tim, you've written for this week's magazine where you've talked about who the real Andy Burnham is. How did you get on?
The discussion suggests Burnham was formed by Manchester and regional roots more than Westminster glamour, shaping a political identity focused on place-based leadership and listening to ordinary people.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee House Shots

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

This daily political analysis show features fast-paced discussions with senior journalists and commentators who dissect Westminster dynamics, leadership contests, policy debates, and the interplay between media narratives and political strategy. Recent episodes center on leadership battles, party unity, local and national policy agendas (immigration, Levelling Up, planning, and infrastructure), and the evolving influence of reform-minded parties. The tone is insider and analytic, with frequent roundtables and interviews that unpack how decisions, messaging, and alliances shape UK politics. A notable strength is the blend of sharp, insider commentary with accessible summaries, making it valuable for listeners who want concise, context-rich u... more

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