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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 607 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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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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A very enjoyable listen to insightful conversations
Love the pod, why not release the full video alongside the audio episodes? It seems that the FT does record them…
Just don’t invite Katie Martin. She’s like fingernails on a chalkboard. Should be sacked.
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.
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.
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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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