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Political Fix

Financial Times
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
Donald Trump
Rishi Sunak
UK Government
Reform UK
UK Economy
British Politics
Brexit
NHS
UK Politics
Nigel Farage
Andy Burnham
Ukraine
Kemi Badenoch
China
Budget
European Union

The Financial Times takes you into the corridors of power to unwrap, analyse and debate British politics with a regular lineup of FT correspondents and informed commentators. New episodes available every Friday.

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Political Fix hit the Essex seaside this week to hear directly from Clacton voters ahead of the by-election next Thursday, which Nigel Farage has triggered in the wake of scrutiny of his finances. He’s framing it as a “people versus the establishment... more

Successive prime ministers have pledged to tackle some of the biggest crises affecting old and young: the UK’s lack of vocational training and the chaos of social care. Now it’s the turn of the latest PM Andy Burnham. In an impassioned speech he set ... more

Andy Burnham’s new cabinet is in place and he’s dropped a raft of policy announcements on the cost of living this week, filling in some of the gaps about the kind of administration he will lead. On the show, host Lucy Fisher and her FT colleagues Ann... more

It’s all change at the top of Andy Burnham’s new Labour government and there have been some surprise appointments. The biggest of them was the elevation of the former defence minister John Healey to chancellor of the exchequer, but we also saw Ed Mil... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Gross
Political correspondent, FT
Financial Times
Episode: Farage in a fix; Burnham unbeatable
Rachel Rees
Political reporter, FT
Financial Times
Episode: Farage in a fix; Burnham unbeatable
Nigel Farage
British politician, commentator
Reform UK (at the time context) or allied political circles
Episode: Makerfield or bust: Burnham goes for broke
Robert Shrimsley
Chief Political Commentator
Financial Times
Episode: Game on: All eyes on Makerfield by-election
Jen Williams
Northern Correspondent
Manchester/Financial Times
Episode: Game on: All eyes on Makerfield by-election
Miranda Green
Deputy Opinion Editor, Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Burnham eyes Labour crown as Starmer clings on
Mike Clancy
General Secretary of the Prospect Union
Prospect Union
Episode: Squeezed Britain: student loans, salaries and strikes
Ed Luce
US national editor at FT
Financial Times
Episode: Angela’s ambitions
Jim Pickard
Deputy Political Editor at Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Mandelson mess and Middle East U-turns

Hosts

Lucy Fisher
Host with frequent appearances; senior political journalist with FT; versatile moderator and interviewer.
Miranda Green
Deputy Opinion Editor contributing analysis on party strategy and public perception.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Martha, U.K.

    A very enjoyable listen to insightful conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martha, U.K.
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Favourite Political Pod

    Love the pod, why not release the full video alongside the audio episodes? It seems that the FT does record them…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1096OTO
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Decent

    Just don’t invite Katie Martin. She’s like fingernails on a chalkboard. Should be sacked.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Theguyinchi73
    United States2 months ago
  • ‘Could potentially’ be tautological

    I think this podcast is excellent but, there’s always a but, you really should review the use of the word ‘potentially’. What’s wrong with ‘possibly’? It’s so much more apt when talking of what might happen in the future.

    Anyway, I really enjoy listening and think you’re all quite brilliant. So, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geezebone
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Burnham after Makerfield

    The analysis of Andy Burnham’s path to unseating Keir Starmer was excellent - as was the discussion on Reform. Your commentators are knowledgable and insightful. However…. the first few minutes irritated. Please don’t talk about yourselves. I couldn’t care less who was at Ronnie Scotts and who was doing what In Paris. That’s not why I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    greenfarmroad
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Listeners praise deep, non-partisan analysis and strong guest lineups.
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Regular contributors are highly credible and well-informed.

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Makerfield or bust: Burnham goes for broke
Q: What impact did the Healey resignation have on the campaign narrative?
Healey's resignation foregrounds the defence funding dispute and signals internal party tensions, potentially strengthening arguments that Starmer's administration is vulnerable on national spending decisions and could influence voters' assessment of Labour's readiness to govern.
Makerfield or bust: Burnham goes for broke
Q: How does Burnham frame his local connection during hustings?
Burnham emphasizes being a local man with deep roots in the area, citing his children's schooling and local ties, while attempting to balance Labour's national stance with local priorities; observers note this as a tightrope between localism and national leadership ambitions.
Makerfield or bust: Burnham goes for broke
Q: What are voters saying on the ground about immigration and cost of living in Makerfield?
Voters consistently rate immigration and cost of living as top concerns, with a sense of anger directed toward national politicians and a belief that local candidates should be tangible, locally connected figures who can deliver; Burnham is trying to position himself as a local, relatable figure while Reform presents itself as outsider and tougher on immigration.
Mandarin mayhem
Q: Can Starmer cling on?
It seems like people are saying that Starmer will go this year and that he's generally weakened.
Trump trouble: Starmer's tricky start to 2026
Q: Miranda, the Prime Minister's response to US intervention in Venezuela was quite interesting, wasn't it?
Starmer was keen to avoid criticizing Donald Trump, aligning with the UK's strategic priority on Ukraine rather than taking a strong stance on interventions in the Americas.

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A sharp, policy-forward panel-style show that analyzes British politics with a revolving lineup of Financial Times reporters and influential commentators. Episodes commonly dissect Labour leadership dynamics, local and national elections, party strategy, and the interplay between domestic policy and international events. Regulars bring historical context, data-driven analysis, and insider perspectives, while guests span senior FT journalists, policymakers, and prominent political figures. The tone is balanced, informed, and sometimes sceptical, with lively debates and a penchant for connecting political narratives to real-world outcomes. This mix makes it a strong fit for listeners who want thorough, no-nonsense political analysis with acce... more

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2. Rachel Rees
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6. Miranda Green
7. Mike Clancy
8. Ed Luce

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