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Politically

BBC Radio 4
Politics
Brexit
Labour Party
Northern Ireland
Party Management
Arlene Foster
Mary Robinson
Cross-Party Alliances
Surviving Politics
Leadership
Tony Blair
Margaret Thatcher
Unpopularity Management
Democratic Unionist Party
AIDS
Prime Minister
BBC Radio 4
Troubles
Theresa May
Good Friday Agreement

NEW in Politically: Reflections Conversations with leading political figures in which they reflect on their lives in politics.

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David Reynolds
Historian who has written extensively about summits like Yalta and Potsdam
Episode: Postwar: 13. From Yalta to Potsdam
Arlene Foster
Former First Minister of Northern Ireland and leader of the Democratic Unionist Party
Democratic Unionist Party
Episode: Surviving Politics with Michael Gove: Arlene Foster
Amber Rudd
Former Home Secretary
Episode: Surviving Politics with Michael Gove: Amber Rudd
Margaret Hodge
Former MP for Barking and Minister in multiple departments, now a member of the House of Lords
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Episode: Surviving Politics with Michael Gove: Margaret Hodge

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James Naughtie
Host of Politically
David Runciman
Host of Postwar

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Postwar Is Excellent

    Postwar is excellent, well presented and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flk2013
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Really good

    Runciman is one of the best podcast voices. He has an astonishing work rate, and this series is an excellent review of history in my life. Like others I wish there were just four episodes of an hour each and that the BBC would stop emulating the commercial channels with unnecessary ads, but I thoroughly enjoyed the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    greekship
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great but could be brilliant.

    I am really enjoying listening to these fascinating interviews, but I do wish that they could be considerably longer!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    GooGav2
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some listeners wish for longer episodes to fully explore the complex topics discussed.
The quality of content often leads to thoughtful reflections on political events and personal anecdotes from guests.

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Reflections: Series 3: John Kerry
Q: What was the world like when you walked into your office on the seventh floor of the State Department?
Kerry describes it as very different from today, with significant challenges regarding the Middle East and Syria.
Postwar: 19. Post-postwar
Q: So as a historian, when would you say that the political order or consensus that emerged after 1945, when do you think it came to an end?
The consensus came to an end probably at the fuel crisis and the international crisis of the early 1970s.
Reflections: Series 1: Norman Fowler
Q: What do you think the future holds?
I think the Lord is going to change.
Surviving Politics with Michael Gove: Margaret Hodge
Q: How do you handle the balance between listening to experts and sticking to your own democratic principles?
Respect expertise but ensure your decisions reflect the majority's needs.
Surviving Politics with Michael Gove: Margaret Hodge
Q: How do you successfully build alliances across different political parties?
Building trust and maintaining one-to-one conversations are critical.

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Conversations with leading political figures offer insights into their journeys and experiences within the political landscape. The discussions often highlight significant political events, leadership challenges, and the personal motivations that drive these individuals. Topics such as Brexit, civil liberties, and the evolution of political parties provide a deep dive into the complexities of governance and historical shifts, supported by personal anecdotes that humanize these prominent figures. Noteworthy episodes tackle the emotional challenges of political life and the moral dilemmas faced by politicians, inviting listeners to reflect on both past and present political realities.

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