
Rebels with opposite causes. Former Tory defence adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert don’t see eye to eye — and that’s exactly why it works. Each week they take on the biggest stories in British politics with wit, insight, and the occasional exasperated sigh. With guests from across the spectrum, Political Frenemies is the antidote to establishment podcasts: unfiltered, unpred... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 55 | Founded | a year ago |
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As Westminster slips into Easter recess, Political Frenemies brings the heat: Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert and former Tory adviser Chris Newton lock horns over a week of intrigue, scandal, and shifting power. From the bizarre fallout of Morgan McS... more
Political Frenemies is back with sparks flying as former Tory adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert reunite with Yellow Rebel’s Andy Chandler for a no-holds-barred breakdown of a bruising week in British politics. From Keir Starmer... more
For the landmark 50th episode, Political Frenemies goes bigger than ever as Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert reports live from the Lib Dem Spring Conference in York while regular sparring partner and former Tory adviser Chris Newton holds the fort. Th... more
On this episode of Political Frenemies former Tory defence policy adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert are joined once again by Conservative commentator and councillor Matthew Goodwin-Freeman for a lively and occasionally combusti... more
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A sharp, opinionated take on UK politics with two long-running hosts who openly disagree yet maintain a humorous, unreconstructed dialogue. Episodes consistently cover high-stakes political events, party dynamics, leadership challenges, and policy debates, often featuring guests who offer cross-partisan or policy-focused perspectives. The show stands out for its brisk banter, willingness to challenge mainstream narratives, and a penchant for real-time reaction to unfolding political drama. Listeners likely include political professionals, strategists, journalists, and engaged citizens who want aggressive, independent analysis without conventional boilerplate. The format is conducive to staying current on elections, party strategies, and pol... more
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Recent guests on Political Frenemies include:
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2. Oliver Dean
3. Matt Lloyd
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7. Dr. George Aylett
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