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Politics Inside Out lifts the lid on how Westminster really works by talking to the people who work there. It is presented by Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth, lifelong friends who became Labour insiders and senior MPs. They reflect on what they learned in politics and talk to a different guest each week about what it is really like to hold high office, deal with a media scandal or break the ... more

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Recent Guests

Luciana Berger
Baroness and key player in the assisted dying legislation debate
House of Lords
Episode: Can assisted dying ever be risk free? With Baroness Luciana Berger
Alan Johnson
Former Cabinet Minister under Tony Blair and Gordon Brown
Episode: How can the Labour Government get back on track? with Alan Johnson
Andrew Bowie
Shadow Secretary of State for Scotland
Labour Party
Episode: Can the Tories Recover? Part 2, with Shadow Scottish Secretary Andrew Bowie
Jacob Rees Mogg
Former cabinet minister
Episode: Can the Tories recover: Part 1, with Jacob Rees Mogg
Chris Curtis
MP for Milton Keynes and Chair of the Labour Growth Group
Labour Party
Episode: What should a Labour Budget look like? With Chris Curtis MP
Graham Brady
Former chairman of the 1922 committee
Conservative Party
Episode: How do leaders manage rebellious MPs, with Lord Graham Brady
John Cryer
Former chair of the Parliamentary Labour Party for 10 years
Episode: How to chair the Parliamentary Labour Party, with Lord John Cryer
Caroline Dineage
Chair of the DCMS Select Committee and former minister for digital and culture
DCMS Select Committee
Episode: How to Chair a Select Committee, with Caroline Dineage MP
Bridget Phillipson
Labour MP and Deputy Leader candidate
Labour Party
Episode: How to run for Deputy Leader, with Bridget Phillipson’

Hosts

Gloria De Piero
Co-host with a background as a senior MP and Labour insider, leveraging personal insights from her political journey.
Jonathan Ashworth
Co-host with extensive experience as a senior MP and Labour party member, known for engaging political discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Thumbs up from me.

    Really interesting podcast where guests are actually allowed to speak and expand their responses. Relaxed, informed conversation and discussion. Nowt wrong with frit btw.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Issy55
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Thumbs up from me.

    Really interesting podcast where guests are actually allowed to speak and expand their responses. Relaxed, informed conversation and discussion. Glasman was fantastic as ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Issy55
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A Brilliant Duo with Refreshing Chemistry

    Jonathan Ashworth and Gloria make a fantastic team their chemistry shines through in every episode. Jonathan’s cheeky laugh brings a warm, human touch that makes the conversations feel authentic and engaging. Meanwhile, Gloria’s no-nonsense style is a breath of fresh air, cutting through the noise with sharp insights and clarity. Their interviews strike the perfect balance of substance and personality. A must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michaelbaxter
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Thumbs up from me.

    Really interesting podcast where guests are actually allowed to speak and expand their responses. Relaxed, informed conversation and discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Issy55
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great hosts

    Looking forward to the series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dubai radio
    United Arab Emirates7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate how guests are allowed to speak and expand on their thoughts, resulting in relaxed, informed conversations.
Many commend the engaging chemistry of the hosts, Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth, noting their authentic and engaging interaction.
The podcast is praised for balancing substance with personality, making it accessible and enriching for a broad audience.

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#8
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#34
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#113
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Can assisted dying ever be risk free? With Baroness Luciana Berger
Q: Is there a circumstance, a situation, a piece of legislation that could please you, and you could be like, right, okay, I am now in favour with all these safeguards of assisted dying?
I will look at any legislation that's in front of me, and as I said in the second reading debate, I respect someone's wish to want assisted dying.
Can assisted dying ever be risk free? With Baroness Luciana Berger
Q: So can I just ask you further on that? Because I didn't quite appreciate that point.
Yes, and what was their argument that your opponents in the Lords, when you tried to push this up to 25, what is their argument for allowing someone at 18 to end their own lives?
Can assisted dying ever be risk free? With Baroness Luciana Berger
Q: So, how do you legislate to protect, to deal with that, with that case? Is there a way of?
There are lots we can be doing to ensure that doctors are trained adequately to detect coercive control and domestic abuse.
Can the Tories Recover? Part 2, with Shadow Scottish Secretary Andrew Bowie
Q: Would you like to engage in your expectation management?
Bowie believes that they have a strong history of outperforming expectations in Scottish elections.
Can the Tories Recover? Part 2, with Shadow Scottish Secretary Andrew Bowie
Q: How do, in your view, the Tories recover?
Bowie acknowledges the need for humility and policies that address issues causing loss of trust.

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Focusing on the inner workings of Westminster, this podcast features candid discussions with political insiders, highlighting the realities of holding office amidst the complexities of governance. Throughout the episodes, there's a strong emphasis on the challenges faced by politicians, from navigating media scandals to understanding party dynamics and legislative processes. The hosts, who are both seasoned politicians, share personal insights from their own experiences, offering listeners an authentic glimpse into political life. Unique guests add depth to discussions, often shedding light on lesser-known aspects of political roles while addressing pressing issues within the government and society.

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1. Luciana Berger
2. Alan Johnson
3. Andrew Bowie
4. Jacob Rees Mogg
5. Chris Curtis
6. Graham Brady
7. John Cryer
8. Caroline Dineage

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