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Sam Leith's guest in this week’s Book Club podcast is Yann Martel, talking about coming late to Homer, definitely not being influenced by Pale Fire, why he can’t resist a silly animal, and his new book Son of Nobody.

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One month on from calling for Keir Starmer's resignation, Anas Sarwar – the leader of Scottish Labour – joins Michael Gove to reflect on British politics ahead of the May elections. Does he stand by his call for the Prime Minister to go? And, having ... more

Steven Crowder, host of Louder with Crowder joins Freddy Gray to discuss the warring factions in the podcast world, worsened since Charlie Kirk's assassination; the global leftwing alliance promoting communism in Cuba, whether Trump was wrong to atta... more

On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: looking back to 1973, Tim Shipman wonders how bad the energy crisis could get; Ben Clerkin interviews Steve Hilton, the former Cameron aide running to be California’s next governor; Maxwell Marlow explains how to so... more

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Rachel Johnson
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Episode: The Edition: does British politics have a problem with the 'omnicause'?
Ava-Santina Evans
Politics editor of Politics Joe
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Stefan Fatsis
Writer and author of Word Freak
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Episode: The Book Club: inside the world of competitive Scrabble
Eric Lob
Professor of Politics and International Relations at Florida International University
Florida International University
Episode: Holy Smoke: Iran, Shia Islam & its tradition of martyrdom
Ruaridh Nicoll
Writers contributing readings from Havana
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Episode: Spectator Out Loud: Ruaridh Nicoll, Angus Colwell, Mary Wakefield, Philip Hensher & Nicholas Farrell

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Freddie Gray
Host of Americano Show; leads interviews and analysis on current affairs
Madeleine Grant
Host of Quite Right and contributor on political commentary

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Not everyone translates from the written to the spoken word

    If you have a journalist who can read aloud properly, great. If not please get someone to read their copy for them . The review of Wuthering Heights which would have been entertaining was spoilt by the Robitic and at times inaccurate delivery, which made it hard to listen to.

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    sjblondon
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Common & run-of-the-mill

    Conventional takes with little distinguished insight. Disappointing.

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    Bibliophenia
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • A gang bang queen!

    No longer a serious magazine

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    Cwycu
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Americani

    Superb interview with Victor Davis Hansen reviewing the current Donald Trump presidency. Freddie Gray is knowledgeable, speaks and thinks clearly and conducts the best interviews.

    Thank you.

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    5
    Cliffography
    Australia4 months ago
  • Essential daily listen but ….

    Tim Shipman a definite asset to the editorial team but PLEASE stop the Kemi hate ! You have personal beef with her because she snubbed you way back when but we back her and want her to take us into the next election.

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Americano: can anyone beat a madman President?
Q: What distinguishes Nixon's use of madman theory from Trump's approach, given the different internal dynamics and credibility challenges?
Nixon relied on credible threats that he could later explain as rational policy moves; Trump blends bluff with actual action and controversy, which can amplify fear but also erode perceived predictability if opponents doubt any stated capability or intention.
Americano: can anyone beat a madman President?
Q: Insights about how your enemies think, and sort of trying to use psychology as an area of exploitation in grand strategy. Is that right?
Yes, the madman theory is about psyching out opponents by feigning madness and creating a perception that you might act unpredictably, which can deter or coerce adversaries if they believe there is a real, credible risk you will follow through.
Holy Smoke: Prince William resets faith – as Sarah Mullally enthroned
Q: What practical steps can the new Archbishop take to ease tensions between parishes and the Lambeth bureaucracy, given the limits of her authority?
She could push for decentralizing certain Lambeth processes, empower parishes, and promote diverse viewpoints in appointments, while signaling a clear path to reduce centralized bureaucratic control and re-engage with ground-level church life.
Holy Smoke: Prince William resets faith – as Sarah Mullally enthroned
Q: I wanted to ask you about the ceremony itself. What was the form of the service like, and did the robes and rubrics match the occasion?
The ceremony appeared to be a hybrid where traditional Anglican vestments and modern state ceremony elements tried to coexist; some observers noted it felt a bit inside baseball, but others highlighted the attempt to balance Catholic-leaning aesthetics with Anglican continuity.
The Book Club: Howard Jacobson
Q: About the title Howl, what inspired it and how did you arrive at the final choice?”,
Howard explains that Howl came from his wife's suggestion after reading early pages, and how the title shaped the book's pitch, tone, and the way the antagonistic energy is channelled into the narration.

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A fast-moving, conversation-driven show that blends politics, culture, and literature with sharp, sometimes provocative perspectives. Episodes frequently pair high-profile journalists and commentators with expert guests to dissect current events, policy, and cultural trends through aSpectator lens. Frequent strengths include lively panel dynamics, deep dives into history or architecture, and bold takes on Brexit-era politics, foreign policy, and identity politics. A notable hallmark is the blend of long-form interviews, live debates, and themed roundups that invite listeners to weigh nuanced positions from a traditionally conservative-leaning editorial voice. This combination makes it appealing to listeners who enjoy concise, opinionated an... more

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