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Always punchy, always opinionated, you can find Iain Dale in the Evening live on LBC Monday to Thursday from 7pm. Cross Question, LBC's political panel debate show, features from Monday to Wednesday. On Thursday, a phone-in with top guests from the world of politics, academia, media and entertainment.

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Has Robert Jenrick stoked racial tensions by calling out a community's ethnic make-up?

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Apache Indian
British-Asian singer-songwriter and DJ, known for his hit "Boom Shackalack"
Episode: Has Robert Jenrick stoked racial tensions by calling out a community's ethnic make-up?
Dame Penny Mordaunt
Former co-chair of an independent commission on anti-Semitism
Episode: Reaction to the Manchester synagogue terror attack
Chris Chambers
LBC's Northwest correspondent reporting live from Manchester
LBC
Episode: Reaction to the Manchester synagogue terror attack
Lawrence Taylor
Britain's head of counterterrorism policing
Episode: Reaction to the Manchester synagogue terror attack
Dr. Dave Rich
Head of policy for the Community Security Trust
Community Security Trust
Episode: Reaction to the Manchester synagogue terror attack
Imam Sabah Amadi
Imam from the Amadiyya Muslim Association
Amadiyya Muslim Association
Episode: Reaction to the Manchester synagogue terror attack
Stephen Kinnock
Labour Health and Social Care Minister
Labour Party
Episode: Is it sensible for Starmer to try to challenge Farage on national identity issues?
Francis Beckett
Playwright and author
Episode: Is it sensible for Starmer to try to challenge Farage on national identity issues?
Gary Smith
General Secretary of the GMB Union
GMB Union
Episode: Is it sensible for Starmer to try to challenge Farage on national identity issues?

Host

Iain Dale
Host of LBC, known for his dynamic and opinionated discussions. Engages with a variety of guests from politics and media.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 182 ratings
  • I love the show BUT

    I love listening to Iain but of late the quality of the podcast has been poor. It starts off nicely and then its chopped up, callers are “Cut off” and you are listening to debate and its all over the place. Really does not reflect welll.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    amanda7609
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Putting the onion in opinion.

    Iain’s big, benevolent bonce rises nightly like a moon over the cooling news fray, casting a dim, bland light on events. He’s not as smart as he seems, but who is? Ghastly guests, wiser callers, all add to the charm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Strongarm of the Sofa
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Thank you

    I can’t track down the email so I’m sticking this in the reviews:

    So delighted for Jacqui, she has really earned this.

    Iain - you and Jacqui have kept me going through some dark days/months, thank you so much.

    I will really miss the two of you together, but of course I’ll continue to enjoy Iain plus guest presenters.

    Iain, you are SO talented - Thank you for all you do!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sixsmithridesagain
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Sort out the repeating!

    Good when it works. Horrible when it replays randomly! Surely this is an easy fix?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LouieAh
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • the whole show

    I listen to Iain every night he always asks interesting questions has really interesting debates some really good people on, the problem he has are some of the people who ring up, they never consider their questions before hand, he is far to intelligent for many of them, a great listen Iain, thank you x.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iriswoodhead256
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the range of guests, often noting how debates are lively and thought-provoking.
Overall, the host is commended for being articulate and balancing opposing views, contributing to a rich dialogue.
Critics occasionally mention that the content can stray into less relevant areas, but the engaging nature of the conversations typically makes up for it.
Some reviews express frustrations with technical issues affecting the flow of podcast episodes, pointing to editing needs.

Chart Rankings

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

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#147
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Apple Podcasts
#92
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#173
South Africa/News/Politics
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#228
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Has Starmer's government stopped taking climate change seriously?
Q: Do you think it is rank hypocrisy for Keir Starmer not to attend the COP summit?
Yes, given his previous statements on the importance of attending.
Should Reform continue accepting defections from unpopular Tories?
Q: So what was the final straw for you with the conservatives? When did you decide to make this decision?
Danny Kruger explains it's been a gradual process of disillusionment over the last year, leading him to conclude that significant change is too late for the Conservatives.
Should Reform continue accepting defections from unpopular Tories?
Q: Do you think I'm underplaying it a bit?
Aki suggests that Danny Kruger, while not a household name, has been integral to the Conservative Party for a long time and that Reform UK is positioning him to prepare for government.
Shouldn't the asylum seeker convicted of sexual assault be deported immediately?
Q: What has the community reaction been?
Local political leaders are pleased with the verdict as it aligns with the right result for the community, hoping it will quell protests.
Shouldn't the asylum seeker convicted of sexual assault be deported immediately?
Q: What do you think should happen now?
I think he should be deported automatically since he will likely receive a custodial sentence.

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