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Since Attlee & Churchill

Lee David Evans & Richard Johnson
Labour Party
Conservative Party
Margaret Thatcher
Harold Wilson
Clement Attlee
Keir Starmer
Edward Heath
Tony Blair
European Economic Community
Harold Macmillan
House Of Lords
Commonwealth
British Politics
Judith Hart
Brexit
Winston Churchill
European Union
Liberal Democrats
House Of Commons
Enoch Powell

The podcast about post-war British politics - since Attlee & Churchill. Hosted by Lee David Evans, an historian of the Conservative Party, and Richard Johnson, an historian of the Labour Party.

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In this episode, Lee and Richard reflect on attending the installation service for the Order of the Garter at St George’s Chapel, Windsor, where they witnessed the induction of Peter Hennessy. But instead of being misty-eyed about the ceremony, shoul... more

Lee and Richard are kicking off a new miniseries looking at the three major referendums David Cameron held as Prime Minister: on the electoral system, on the status of Scotland, and on Britain’s membership of the European Union. This first vote - wid... more

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After giving a talk at the Manchester Histories Festival, Richard and Lee were joined by listeners to the show for a live Q&A. Questions ranged from how to get into history (especially if you don't go to university) and which TV programmes offer the ... more

In this special live recording of the podcast at the Manchester Histories Festival, Lee and Richard discuss four MPs, all with Manchester connections, who made an important (but largely forgotten) contribution to British politics: John Robert Clynes,... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Chidwick
Historian of the 1970s, author of a book about the 1979 Scottish devolution referendum
Arundells
Episode: Who achieved 'the most significant by-election success ever’?
Katherine Carter
Curator of Chartwell and author of the book 'Churchill's Citadel'
Chartwell
Episode: How did Churchill use Chartwell to change the course of history?
Dr. Mark Garnett
Prominent writer on conservatism
Episode: Bonus: What was it like working for Ted Heath?
Alvin S. Felzenberg
Presidential Historian, Political Commentator and former public official
Former Official Spokesman for the 9-11 Commission
Episode: What were the Kennedys up to in Britain?
Alvin Felzenberg
Presidential historian, political commentator, and former public official
Episode: Which U.S. Presidents were the favourites of British monarchs?

Hosts

Lee Evans
Historian of the Conservative Party; host of the series; frequently described as a Conservative Party historian and commentator.
Richard Johnson
Historian of the Labour Party; co-host, with a focus on Labour perspectives in post-war British politics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • Fascinating and endlessly listenable

    An excellent pod covering post-war British political history, from the micro to the macro.

    The presenters are so deeply knowledgeable and measured in their discussion that this is a genuinely addictive listen.

    They are unlike other podcast hosts in that they don’t do banter or humour, but despite that, it’s never dry or dull. I don’t know how they manage that but they do.

    I particularly admire and appreciate their ability to respectfully disagree - and they never talk over each other (an i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stripey girl
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • High Praise From California

    I am generally not a podcast listener but stumbled upon ‘Since Atlee & Churchill’ after reading John Bew’s ‘Clement Attlee: The Man Who Made Modern Britain,’ and I am hooked. The podcast covers a fascinating period in British history and a period that has always fascinated me, post World War I British history. While named for Atlee & Churchill, the Podcast really covers British political history since the establishment of the first Labour Government. The ‘Matters of Interest’ segment, now its ow... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Dunlap
    United States3 months ago
  • Varied, insightful & historically informative, plus enjoyable disagreement/banter between the presenters. High standard maintained. Best political history podcast BY FAR.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    44Fernleighs
    3 months ago
  • The Rest Are Amateurs

    Make Alistair Campbell and Rory Stuart look like absolute amateurs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CTBrandon
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Just brilliant!

    For anyone who is interested in politics (and everyone really should be!) and particularly post war politics, then this superb podcast is for you. Presented by two intelligent , articulate and extremely knowledgeable hosts who provide informative but balanced discussion on post World War 2 British politics in depth. I am so glad I found this podcast and constantly recommend it to friends and colleagues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NHSandproud
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Thoughtful, civil and expertly researched.
High-quality book recommendations and nuanced current-affairs context.
A must-listen for serious history fans who dislike partisan banter.
Balanced, erudite, and accessible historical discussion.

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#213
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#116
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#241
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Talking Points

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What did the first Labour government achieve?
Q: What events did it face that it couldn't necessarily predict?
The Labour government faced strikes and industrial unrest, which they often responded to by siding with employers, leading to tensions with trade unions.
What did the first Labour government achieve?
Q: To what extent did this government know what it wanted to do?
The government did not have a clear agenda and was beset by high expectations, performing few miracles during its time in office.
Matters of Interest: Live Q&A
Q: Do you think the two-party system is irrevocably broken with the rise of reform, the Greens and nationalist parties, or do you think it will find ways of re-establishing its dominance of British politics?
The speakers express that while the first-past-the-post system traditionally favors a two-party structure, there is potential for a multi-party dynamic in various regions, though it may ultimately revert to the classic two-party system in time.
Matters of Interest: Removing the Labour Leader & Volatile Local Elections
Q: How likely do you think it is that somebody could get the 81 names, whether as a stalking horse or otherwise?
It's possible but would require someone with significant support and popularity to start the process.
How did the MPs' expenses scandal unfold?
Q: What were the long-term consequences of the MPs' expenses scandal?
Long-term consequences included the establishment of the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority to regulate MPs' expenses and changes in public trust toward politicians.

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Two historians discuss post-war British politics with depth and civility, balancing scholarly analysis with accessible storytelling. Episodes cover topics from leadership contests and by-elections to industrial strikes and constitutional questions, often pairing rigorous historical context with contemporary lessons. A standout feature is a steady cadence and thoughtful exchanges that mix archival detail, book recommendations, and personal anecdotes, making complex political history approachable for educated listeners who enjoy nuanced conversations over partisan banter.

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