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Coffee House Shots

The Spectator
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Conservative Party
Donald Trump
Kemi Badenoch
Rachel Reeves
Peter Mandelson
Iran
Nigel Farage
Reform UK
UK Economy
Reform Party
United Kingdom
Brexit
Green Party
UK Budget
Ukraine
Andy Burnham
Gorton and Denton
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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Last night, candidates from the five main parties in Makerfield came together for a special episode of Question Time. With four non-politicians taking on Andy Burnham, who came out on top?

Tim Shipman, James Heale and Noa Hoffman digest the debate, ... more

The second tranche of messages related to the vetting of Peter Mandelson to be UK ambassador to the US were released on Monday – the gift that keeps on giving. Tim Shipman joins Patrick Gibbons to discuss his political column, which reveals some of t... more

In PMQs today, Kemi Badenoch strategically chose not to talk about the Henry Nowak case given the sensitivity surrounding the subject. Instead she opted for welfare – asking the PM why spending has grown during Labour's government. A statistic some L... more

Canvassing in Makerfield continues at pace ahead of the by-election in two weeks time, so we dispatched Megan McElroy and James Heale to the north to report from the ground. They discuss each party’s ground game, why it looks like a Labour–Reform sho... more

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Recent Guests

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
Trevor Phillips
Television presenter and commentator who discussed political topics on Sky News
Episode: Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 03/05/2026
Nick Timothy
Political commentator and former Conservative adviser
Conservative Party (as a representative in this debate)
Episode: LIVE: The Fight for the Right | Nick Timothy & Claire Coutinho vs Danny Kruger & Matt Goodwin
Danny Kruger
Conservative commentator and author
Reform UK
Episode: LIVE: The Fight for the Right | Nick Timothy & Claire Coutinho vs Danny Kruger & Matt Goodwin

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
  • 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
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    MartyFarty
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Dropping like Starmer’s ratings

    Was my favourite UK political podcast, but no more. Sure it’s got insight and commentary but the main presenter has turned it into a self congratulatory echo chamber. Thank goodness James H is still around to make it worthwhile.

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    OziMozzie
    Australiaa month ago
  • Absolute rubbish.

    Boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    George 15 A
    United Kingdom2 months 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.

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    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands2 months 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
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    Rickardo J
    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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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.
LIVE: Steve Reed on Streeting, Burnham & what happened to levelling up?
Q: What are your reflections in the broadest sense about the last 48, 72 hours?
The discussion frames how government parties assess internal tensions and public perception, emphasizing the importance of not turning inward and the need to show progress rather than merely talking about it.
'It's an orgy of chaos': Steve Baker on how to oust a Prime Minister
Q: Steve, obviously, labor isn't your tribe, but we wanted to get you on to discuss what's been happening because there's no one who knows more about leadership contests than you.
Baker explains that leadership contests hinge on micro-decisions by MPs, the timing of moves, understanding colleagues' incentives, and shaping a narrative that keeps the party cohesive while pursuing a change in leadership.
Should he stay, or should he go? | with Maurice Glasman
Q: What is Keir Starmer's future according to Maurice Glasman?
Glasman argues Starmer's future is uncertain and closely tied to Labour's ability to reconnect with working-class voters and reestablish sovereignty and traditional labor values, while avoiding a drift into unproductive proceduralism.
The end of the peer show
Q: How did the Labour government approach this reform and how does it compare to past reforms?
The guest notes a shift from negotiation and compromise to a more ideological push for wholesale replacement, criticizing the lack of a detailed plan for what should replace the hereditary peers and questioning the atmosphere in the Lords during the process.

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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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4. Steve Reed
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8. Nick Timothy

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