In The Room
The Independent / Next Chapter StudiosTwo former Westminster insiders reveal how politics and power really work.
Ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors at No 10? Or who’s the first person on the phone when a Prime Minister lands themselves in hot water?
Each week former Deputy Cabinet Secretary Helen MacNamara and Cleo Watson, former political advisor to Theresa May and Boris Johnson, dissect the week’s biggest news, reveali... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 20 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsGovernmentNews | |||
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After becoming a bit fed up of other ‘political double act’ podcasts, which all feel quite similar (and very ego-driven), this was a welcome and refreshing discovery. Both hosts are insightful, and more interested in sharing their knowledge than they are in boasting about their personal connections. The only thing I struggle with is telling which host is speaking at any given time (and therefore building up a sense of them as individuals), as their voices and accents are quite similar!
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Apple Podcasts | #52 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #114 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #36 |  Argentina/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  Sweden/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #141 |  New Zealand/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #142 |  Ireland/News/Politics |
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Insiders-turned-analysts unpack how power actually operates in UK politics, offering insider perspectives on decision-making, crisis management, and the mechanics behind government actions. Episodes mix practical anecdotes from Westminster with sharp analysis of leadership, policy, and the forces shaping public messaging, often interlaced with humor. The show tends to appeal to listeners who want a clearer picture of how rooms in No.10 and Whitehall function, not just what happened in the headlines. A standout is the duo's rare access coupled with candid, experience-led commentary that adds nuance to coverage of crises, leadership challenges, and strategic governance.
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