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Wales
Welsh Politics
Plaid Cymru
Welsh Labour
Reform UK
Welsh Government
Labour Party
Devolution
Reform Party
Welsh Independence
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HS2
Eluned Morgan
Welsh Conservatives
Nigel Farage
Senedd
Keir Starmer
Labour
Cardiff
Brexit

For Wales, See Wales is a podcast helping you better understand the most wonderful country on earth - Wales.

Each week we shine a light on the utterly bizarre (and often hilarious) world of Welsh politics and issues.

So many people care deeply about Cymru but very little attention is given to it by the wider UK media. This podcast aims to help fill this gap.

Guardian columnist Will Hayward along ... more

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Latest Episodes

We have a guest on the pod this week. Jess Blair from the Electoral Reform Society Cymru joins the gang to break down how Welsh democracy is broken and how we can fix it.

They discuss how, despite everyone agreeing that systems need to change, it ne... more

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In this week’s episode, the For Wales See Wales trio discuss travel in both north and south Wales! Will, Mel and Robin dissect the discussions surrounding the Newport junction closures on the M4, as well as a third bridge from Ynys Môn to the mainlan... more

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This week’s episode marks two years of For Wales See Wales! Between celebratory cupcakes, Will debriefs Mel and Robin on everything that went down at the Plaid Cymru conference - the Party’s first since winning the Senedd Election.

140 days (ish) in... more

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With conference season underway, Will regales Mel and Robin of the goings on at UK Labour Conference. The trio dissect what the Prime Minister’s first conference speech means for Wales, and whether Ken Skates has a plan to turn the Welsh Labour Party... more

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Recent Guests

Jess Blair
Electoral reform campaigner who has worked in Wales for nearly a decade
Electoral Reform Society Cymru
Episode: The thing in Wales everyone agrees needs to change…
James Evans
Leader-focused political figure discussed during the episode
Reform UK Wales
Episode: Nigel Farage Polling Slump
Fiona Stewart
Festival Director, Green Man festival
Green Man Festival
Episode: Inside Wales' biggest independent music festival
Mark Drakeford
First Minister of Wales (guest)
Welsh Government
Episode: Emergency Starmer resignation pod with Mark Drakeford
Louis Bromfield
Post-doctoral researcher focused on politics; project leader of Horse Race Politics
Swansea University; Horse Race Politics
Episode: Why would you talk like that about your country?
Anthony Slaughter
Cephalonian turtle impersonation and birthday video contributor
Episode: Plaid Cymru are in charge of Wales with Reform as the opposition - what happens now?
Lindsay Whittle
Plaid Cymru MS, cross-party dialogue participant
Plaid Cymru
Episode: Pod from the Senedd (Part Two)
Sam Kurtz
Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and the Welsh Language
Welsh Conservatives
Episode: Pod from the Senedd (Part Two)
Charlotte Williams
South Wales West Plaid Cymru MS
Plaid Cymru
Episode: Pod from the Senedd (Part Two)

Hosts

Will Hayward
Guardian columnist and host, frequently moderating and guiding discussions on Welsh politics.
Robin Morgan
Co-host providing political analysis with humor and veteran insight into Welsh governance.
Mel Owen
Co-host and comedian offering political analysis with humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 247 ratings
  • Bendigedig

    A great listen, three very engaging presenters, highly informative and driven by a real commitment to making Wales a better place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeSiGu
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Brill

    Diolch yn fawr Will Mel and Robin!

    Such an entertaining way to educate and inform on such important issues to Wales

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robyn wren
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Great to get so much well-informed chat about what’s going on in Wales, especially in politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    garden_enthusiast
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Great insight

    Have been listening to this podcast since around the start of the year and it’s just great.

    It’s given me a great insight into the inner workings of Welsh politics since moving back to the area.

    They get guests from all parties and give them equal opportunities to get their point across and then give them a load of hard questions.

    Hosts are great, content is great, thanks very much for the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJW2GRFC
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • I listen to a lot of political news and analysis podcasts and this is the only one in the UK that focuses on Cymru. In fact I'd say having listened to thousands of hours of the Guardian, times, BBC, News Agents and other political commentating podcasts they barely mention Cymru at all. I find it refreshing and I'm enjoying hearing about my country and the specifics of what's happening here (even if it can be frustrating to be reminded of our often ignored issues). It's educational and the hosts ... more

    Podchaser
    5
    shonednia
    a year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the trio's mix of accessible Welsh politics with sharp humor.
Hosts are praised for balanced guest handling and thoughtful questions.
Episodes are noted for clear takeaways on devolution and governance, with some critique on light banter

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#161
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#102
Norway/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#243
Norway/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The thing in Wales everyone agrees needs to change…
Q: What changes would you make?
Blair would prioritize democratic education in schools, saying provision is inconsistent across Wales and that a well-informed, empowered generation could make a significant difference.
The thing in Wales everyone agrees needs to change…
Q: Why have we not got STV?
Blair says Welsh Labour developed a separate working group that recommended closed lists, while Plaid Cymru accepted that compromise in exchange for gender quotas. She describes the result as a system few wanted, with a review mechanism built in.
Pod from the Senedd (Part Two)
Q: What does the next six weeks look like for you?
Pretty hectic, but I'm used to it.
The First Minister Eluned Morgan on the Pod!
Q: What can voters expect if you remain in office?
Morgan promised a focus on economic growth, job creation, and addressing the cost of living crisis among other initiatives.
The First Minister Eluned Morgan on the Pod!
Q: What do you think about the current disenfranchisement felt by the electorate?
Morgan reflected on the general global situation but emphasized the need for patience and to recognize when changes might cause more harm than good.

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For Wales, See Wales offers a mix of sharp political analysis and playful banter focused on Welsh governance, devolution, and current events. Episodes frequently dissect election results, party strategies across Plaid Cymru, Welsh Labour, Reform, and Conservatives, and broader constitutional questions (devolution, Crown Estate powers, Barnett funding), all delivered with humor and accessible context. Listeners are likely drawn to the hosts' insider perspective, timely take on Welsh politics, and a preference for commentary that makes complex policy approachable without sacrificing depth or candor.

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Recent guests on For Wales, See Wales include:

1. Jess Blair
2. James Evans
3. Fiona Stewart
4. Mark Drakeford
5. Louis Bromfield
6. Anthony Slaughter
7. Lindsay Whittle
8. Sam Kurtz

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