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Political Fix

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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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Rachel Reeves
Chancellor of the Exchequer facing scrutiny over tax hikes and legal issues regarding property rental.
Episode: Reeves’ £30bn treasure hunt
Andrew England
FT's Middle East editor
The Financial Times
Episode: Starmer on standby
Katie Martin
FT's markets columnist
The Financial Times
Episode: Markets or Trump: who’s in charge?
Katy Balls
Political editor of The Spectator
The Spectator
Episode: The UK in Trump’s world
Henry Mance
FT's chief features writer who investigated the court backlog and its impacts
Financial Times
Episode: Cabinet fightback: the revolt over spending
Sunder Katwala
Director of British Future, a think tank specializing in integration
British Future
Episode: ‘A fractious and divided country’
Simon Kuper
Paris-based colleague and author of a timely book about corruption in the UK
Episode: Could the election results still surprise us?
Peter Foster
Public Policy Editor at the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Election battle lines drawn up
James Kynge
FT's China editor
Financial Times
Episode: Chinese spying claims in the UK – and beyond

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George Parker
Host and Political Correspondent of Financial Times.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Top draw

    Firstly those leaving reviews after hearing one episode should probably not be leaving reviews.

    Secondly this is one of the most balanced, informative, well researched and measured political pods out there. The interchanging cast often will debate, pose counter arguments and disagree giving the listener a broad sense of the subject matter which is a rarity vs most other ‘echo chamber’ political podcasts. In short the FT is one of the most factual, non partisan papers out there and that balance ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KK-Headcharge78
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Always enjoy this podcast. Excellent journalists & good reasoned arguments.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    beagleboy1982
    2 months ago
  • Labour fan club on steroids

    According to the commentator on economic and fiscal matters, the Labour government is doing great and there is nothing to see here. Very poor and biased narrative. Avoid.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sw1200
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Really engaging and interesting

    Great discussions and analysis. Very engaging

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Bonus Episode so Poor

    The US commentator was able to make unchallenged racist comments about white leaders. So far to the progressive side it was embarrassingly, cringingly unbalanced.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jimini666
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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The podcast is commended for its insightful analysis and engaging dialogue between hosts and guests.
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Listeners appreciate the balanced and well-researched discussions on political topics.
There are some critiques about perceived biases in coverage of specific political parties or figures.

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#208
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Political Fix Live: Labour’s year in review
Q: What do you think will happen to Labour in the upcoming May elections?
It's looking more likely than it's not for a leadership challenge.
Political Fix Live: Labour’s year in review
Q: What did you think of the chaotic way in which the budget was handled?
It's really damaging that there was so many leaks.
Political Fix Live: Labour’s year in review
Q: How do you think Rachel Reeves did on the markets front?
The markets have said, well, relatively speaking, we like this. They've basically been flat, gone up a tiny bit.
Bonus: What does the 2025 Budget mean for your money?
Q: What are the implications of the budget for the UK's already more-abundant jobs market?
The budget introduces measures that could potentially improve job prospects, but the hiring market remains tough due to rising costs.
The mess in the NHS
Q: Can the NHS be reformed and will it survive in its current form?
There is potential for the NHS to survive in its current form, but significant reforms and investments are needed to stabilize it.

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1. Rachel Reeves
2. Andrew England
3. Katie Martin
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7. Simon Kuper
8. Peter Foster

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