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The Telegraph
Labour Party
Conservative Party
Keir Starmer
Immigration
UK Economy
Rishi Sunak
Brexit
Rachel Reeves
Reform Party
Donald Trump
NHS
Net Zero
Free Speech
Kemi Badenoch
Reform UK
Nigel Farage
UK Politics
Liz Truss
Labour Government
Covid-19

The podcast that speaks your language. News and views from beyond the bubble with Telegraph columnists, Allison Pearson and Liam Halligan, every Thursday.

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Summer is coming to an end on Planet Normal! So, for the final instalment of our “best of the rocket” series, our co-pilots head back into the archives for two more memorable voyages aboard the rocket of right t... more

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The summer voyage continues on Planet Normal! This week, our co-pilots fire up the engines and head back into the archives for two more memorable journeys aboard the rocket of right thinking.

In February, Allis... more

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Summer continues on Planet Normal! In this, the second part of our best of the rocket series, our co-pilots take a look back at some of their favourite voyages on the rocket of righ... more

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It's the summer break on Planet Normal and ordinarily your co-pilots take a look back at some of their most explosive voyages on the rocket of right thinking from the year so far, h... more

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Recent Guests

Siobhan Whyte
Campaigner for families of murdered or hurt by asylum seekers; mother of Rhiannon Whyte
Independent (interviewee)
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James Glancy
Filmmaker, conservationist and former Royal Marines officer
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Rod Liddle
Journalist and columnist, former editor of Radio 4 Today
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Episode: The wit, wisdom and words of Rod Liddle
Matt Ridley
Viscount Ridley, science writer, businessman
Independent author and commentator
Episode: The case of Essex police vs Allison Pearson and the co-pilots victory
Laila Cunningham
Reform UK's formidable candidate for London mayoral election 2028
Reform UK
Episode: Andy and the Backstabbers make their debut to the Country
Anne-Elisabeth Moutet
Planet Normal guest, Paris-based Telegraph contributor
Telegraph
Episode: Farage furor and the media blindspot to the OBR warnings
Rob Bates
Research Director at the Centre for Migration Control
Centre for Migration Control
Episode: Labour’s new migration policies will create a 'Burnham bump’
Bernie Spofforth
Businesswoman and author, campaigner on free speech and digital policy
Author of A War to Win Back Your World
Episode: Social Media Ban: Starmer finally gets something right
Paul Birch
Former police sergeant and inspector with 24 years' service, counterterrorism and public order experience
Former police officer
Episode: Civil unrest will only get worse if people’s concerns remain ignored

Hosts

Allison Pearson
Host of Planet Normal; Telegraph
Liam Halligan
Co-host on Planet Normal; Telegraph

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4k ratings
  • One of my favourites

    Look forward to hearing your views each week. You always speak with great passion, but can you please avoid banging on the table in getting your point across.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Torbo22
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Brilliant truth-speaking

    I love this podcast. Thanks to both Liam and Alison for their devotion to the unfashionable cause of truth-speaking. Along with a small band of others like the Free Speech Union, Steve Baker’s Fighting for a Free Future, and the institute for Economic Affairs, they are holding the line against progressive nonsense and economically illiterate distributive politics and gradually moving the Overton window. There’s still work to be done and they need your support!

    Oh, just to say, on the the Layla C... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomwoodhams
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • If they're normal my belly button fluff is a knight!

    Podchaser
    1
    Seyfert
    a month ago
  • Awful podcast

    Totally biased and complete rubbish. Listen at your peril

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    deenoot
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Well done Claire!

    You did Allison proud! I love this clever, fascinating, witty podcast so much & really look forward to listening every week. I attended the fascinating Make Brexit Great debate on Monday & was inspired & refreshed by the excellent speakers. Onwards & upwards!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helenatam
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Some reviews note strong bias; others praise candid, unapologetic discussion.
Listeners value the hosts' clear, forceful takes and guests who provide expert context.

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The wit, wisdom and words of Rod Liddle
Q: What was Rod's political journey, particularly his involvement with the SDP and his stance on reindustrialization?
Rod's evolution from Labour origins to blue Labour and then joining the SDP is described, emphasizing his commitment to reindustrialization, progressive taxation, and reducing inequality, while maintaining a strong sense of patriotism and traditional community values.
The wit, wisdom and words of Rod Liddle
Q: How did Rod's views on identity politics and the media landscape shape public discourse?
They discuss Rod's critique of elite institutions, his stance on immigration, his opposition to what he saw as performative virtue signaling, and his belief that mainstream media often failed to reflect the views of ordinary people, especially in the North.
The wit, wisdom and words of Rod Liddle
Q: Tell us about Rod Liddle's career highlights and what made him such a standout figure in British journalism.
The hosts recount Rod's rise from Southeast London to Middlesbrough, his tenure as editor of Radio 4's Today program, and his subsequent fame as a fearless, often controversial columnist who combined sharp wit with a willingness to challenge the establishment.
The case of Essex police vs Allison Pearson and the co-pilots victory
Q: Matt, what's your view on how Fauci behaved and whether he and others should face scrutiny for pandemic-era decisions?
Ridley contends that while accountability is warranted, the discussion should focus on the public/private distinctions in scientific communication, the integrity of data, and the need for open scrutiny of research processes rather than personal prosecutions, emphasizing a broader call for transparency in science.
Starmer out, Burnham in and we pay tribute to trailblazer Ann Widdecombe
Q: What was your route to the current height you've reached in doubles?
Patten explains the transition from singles and doubles on the tour to concentrating on doubles with guidance from a top doubles coach, forming a strong, synergistic partnership with his teammate, and embracing the doubles specialty as a path to becoming world-class.

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What is Planet Normal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, opinionated current-events show hosted by two Telegraph columnists, tackling UK politics, policy, economics, and media narratives with a right-leaning, reform-minded bent. Episodes commonly feature one or more high-profile guests—from politicians and policymakers to journalists and experts—paired with brisk discussions, provocative takes, and practical implications for business and public life. Notable strengths include a candid, adversarial-friendly style that often challenges established narratives and a willingness to engage deeply with policy trade-offs, security concerns, and national identity. This combination makes it a compelling pick for listeners who want franks takes on governance, markets, and culture, delivered with wi... more

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