Commons People
HuffPost UKWelcome to Commons People, the podcast that makes politics easy. Every week, our resident politics writers and Westminster regulars – Kevin Schofield and Kate Nicholson – unpack the week's biggest story in a way that even the most politically dense can understand. Join us for straightforward, up-to-date and in-depth commentary on British politics from people in the know! From HuffPost UK.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 276 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsGovernmentPolitics | |||
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Welcome back to Commons People, the podcast that makes politics easy. In this week's episode, we're discussing whether a much-talked-about money scandal has landed Reform UK's leader and Clacton MP Nigel Farage in more trouble than he can come back f... more
Welcome back to Commons People, the podcast that makes politics easy. In this week's episode, we discuss Brexit on its tenth anniversary, and talk over the idea that the Brexit referendum *cursed* British politics, given the churn of Prime Ministers ... more
Welcome back to Commons People, the podcast that makes politics easy. In this week's episode, we discuss the Makerfield by-election result, what's next for Andy Burnham MP and whether it's over for Prime Minister Keir Starmer and, indeed, the Reform ... more
Welcome back to Commons People, the podcast that makes politics easy. In this week's episode, we discuss the all-important Makerfield by-election, and whether Andy Burnham is likely to succeed and consequently pose a threat to Keir Starmer as Prime M... more
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Apple Podcasts1Shunnius
United States5 years ago - Tom Tugendhat being completely duplicitous
Second time in recent podcasts - not this - that I’ve been seriously disappointed by this guy’s lack of straightforward metal.
Apple Podcasts5Declare Interest
United Kingdom5 years ago - Casualty of Waugh
Not the same since Owen Bennett left, and there isn’t a complex issue out there which Paul Waugh can’t both over simplify and then get on the wrong side of.
Apple Podcasts3Fullerton42United Kingdom6 years ago - Thirty minutes of silly giggling
The first time I’ve listened and the last.
The podcast consisted of several daft people laughing and giggling along with each other even though nothing was remotely funny
The female Scottish former labour advisor was particularly silly.
Were they all drunk perhaps?
Not for me (or anyone with a brain.)
Apple Podcasts1Dai DapsUnited Kingdom7 years ago - Charlie Falconer meets his match
OK so this is a review of one episode, but it’s a top class one that sets the standard for the podcast. Well known strong character and man with great political intelligence, Charlie Falconer meets equally impressive, less experienced (but you wouldn’t know it from hearing this episode) Salma Shah; his perfect foil. The conversation is expertly managed by the Huffpost podcast journalists / commentators. And they all appear to be having fun as they give us all extra insights into this most seriou... more
Apple Podcasts5IainHoustonUnited Kingdom7 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #117 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #238 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #202 |  Hong Kong/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #244 |  India/News/Politics |
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A fast-paced Westminster-focused show where two HuffPost UK politics insiders dissect the week's biggest stories with clarity and brisk skepticism. Across episodes, the hosts trade sharp analysis on leadership, Brexit, national elections, and major international developments, often pairing policy detail with insider anecdotes and a light-hearted quiz. The format balances rigorous reporting with accessible debate, making complex political dynamics approachable for engaged, civically minded listeners. Noteworthy strengths include strong host chemistry, a clear track record of timely coverage, and guests who add depth without sacrificing pace or wit.
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2. Millie Cook
3. Steve Reed
4. Dick Thomas-Simmons
5. Neil Kinnock
6. Millie Cooke
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