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Matt Chorley's Urgent Questions

BBC Radio 5 Live
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
British Politics
UK Politics
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
Donald Trump
Pmqs
Andy Burnham
United Kingdom
Westminster
BBC
Kemi Badenoch
Parliament
Budget
UK Budget
Iran
Peter Mandelson
Reform UK
Brexit

Matt Chorley brings you the biggest interviews, latest news and best analysis from the heart of Westminster every weekday. It's politics, but not as you know it...

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James Cartlidge
Shadow Defence Secretary, CST MP for South Suffolk
Conservative Party
Episode: How damaging is John Healey's resignation?
Richard Dannett
Former Chief of the General Staff, Lord Dannett
Military/Defence
Episode: How damaging is John Healey's resignation?
Mike Martins
MP for Tunbridge Wells, Defence Select Committee
Liberal Democrat
Episode: How damaging is John Healey's resignation?
Katie Perrier
Former Director of Communications in Number 10 for Theresa May
Political communications
Episode: How damaging is John Healey's resignation?
Phil Wang
Comedian and guest who visited Parliament
Independent
Episode: What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on?
Rupul Patel
Economist at the Bank of England
Bank of England
Episode: What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on?
Jack Leslie
Economist at the Bank of England
Bank of England
Episode: What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on?
Joey Dersoe
Author of More Than a Shirt, talks about World Cup and politics
Independent
Episode: What did Phil Wang make of PMQs wanging on?
Michael Howard
Former Conservative MP, Lord Howard; Home Secretary under Major
Conservative Party
Episode: Who did Michael Howard think was best at PMQs?

Host

Matt Chorley
Host of Westminster-focused political analysis and interviews, with a reputation for wit, clear takes, and bringing behind-the-scenes perspectives to current events.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Matt Chorley’s Urgent Questions

    Good moments but not up to the level of his Previous Red Box podcast. But maybe I just reflect an older generation than your current target (50+)?

    Totally get why my reactions might not seem important. But I thought a part of Matt’s appeal was that he spanned generations?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    J edmonton
    Canada4 months ago
  • Matt is the reason I’m here

    Love Matt since his time at Politics without the boring bits at The Times’s podcast. It cheers me up just listening to him 🙂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VincenzoITA
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Superb

    Really informative and light hearted

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craig_W_
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Love the show. Matt is brilliant at interviews and love all the features. Great production and politics looked at from different perspectives. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M5v3v2
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • About time, Mr Chorley

    Still not reached his zenith that he achieved at Times Radio, but a pretty good pod especially if you can’t listen to the show due to work etc. Insightful and funny content from Mr Matt Chorley of Somerset.

    Loses the 5th star due to the inclusion of the boring Member of Matt’s Parliament feature, which is dull and boring. Who cares?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jjh297
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Production is strong and topics are timely, though some listeners feel certain segments can be hit-or-miss.
Clear, insightful host with strong interview skills and a knack for practical political takeaways.
Guests and segments are well-chosen with a good balance between analysis and lighter moments.

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#147
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#26
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#46
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#71
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#74
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Talking Points

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Did QI's John Lloyd find PMQs Quite Interesting?
Q: What makes Hansard such a valuable resource for historians and the public?
The guests explained that Hansard provides a highly reliable, contemporaneous record of what was said, which can be verified and cross-referenced, helping to contextualize political events long after they happen.
Did QI's John Lloyd find PMQs Quite Interesting?
Q: If you could have asked the Prime Minister a question at PMQs today, what would you have asked?
John Lloyd suggested asking about the stress and real-world challenges of the job, emphasizing how the job's demands shape decision-making and public perception.
Why is Harry Shearer making a J. Edgar Hoover musical?
Q: What inspired you to create a musical about J. Edgar Hoover now?
The project sits at the intersection of history, power, and media manipulation, using humor and dramatic storytelling to explore how Hoover shaped the FBI and how that history resonates with today's political climate.
What can Shed Seven teach us about trading gold?
Q: What makes gold valuable beyond industrial use?
Gold's value is largely attributed to its durability, rarity, and social perception as a reliable store of value, which has kept it desirable across centuries and cultures.
What can Starmer learn from Southgate?
Q: Can Keir Starmer win over the dressing room?
The guest suggests that while polling shows momentum, the key is building a compelling narrative and culture within the party to unite and inspire, rather than relying solely on policy resets.

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