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Talking Politics

ITV News
Keir Starmer
Donald Trump
Labour Party
Nigel Farage
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
Reform UK
Rishi Sunak
Kemi Badenoch
UK Politics
NATO
Ukraine
UK Economy
Peter Mandelson
Elon Musk
Russia
Brexit
Reform
Reform Party
Andy Burnham

Political Editor Robert Peston and News At Ten Anchor Tom Bradby discuss and debate all the key talking points of the political week. You can watch every episode on YouTube, ITVX and Spotify and listen on every podcast platform, including podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-politics/id1724952808 (Apple Podcasts). Hit subscribe on any platform to ensure you don't miss an episode.

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Andy Burnham has kicked off his 'cost of living' government with a flurry of announcements - starting with removing VAT from household energy bills and restoring the £2 cap on bus fares in England. But he has already rowed back on a potential rise in... more

Andy Burnham is finally Prime Minister - so from bus fares to energy bills, what could it mean for you? Could a rise in the top rate of tax be on the cards, despite Labour's manifesto commitment?

On Talking Politics, Robert Peston and Tom Bradby dis... more

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Andy Burnham is just days from entering Number 10 - but what do we know about who will be in his top team?

In Talking Politics this week, Tom and Robert discuss who would be the best pick for Chancellor, and whether Ed Miliband’s Treasury dreams are... more

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Nigel Farage has sent shockwaves through Westminster as he announced he would stand down as an MP but then contest the seat at the by-election.

Is it all a stunt to distract from scrutiny over his financial support as opposition parties say?

On thi... more

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Harry Horton
ITV News correspondent who has covered Farage and Reform UK extensively
ITV News
Episode: Could Farage's by-election backfire?
Carl Dinnen
Broadcast journalist providing analysis on defense and politics
ITV News
Episode: Will Burnham have to put up taxes?
Stewart Robson
Northern Ireland reporter for ITV
ITV News
Episode: Belfast riots: How our broken asylum system continues to fuel unrest
Daniel Hewitt
Colleague who conducted the big interview with Andy Burnham
Episode: Andy Burnham is in but can he win?
Jane Green
Election expert
University of Kent/Electoral expert
Episode: Election results: Has Reform replaced the Tories as the party of the right?
Colin Rallings
Election analyst
University of Plymouth/ACORN (electoral researcher)
Episode: Election results: Has Reform replaced the Tories as the party of the right?
Sir Keir Starmer
Prime Minister
Labour Party
Episode: Sir Keir Starmer tells Talking Politics why Israel should stop attacking Lebanon
Anita Anand
Canadian Foreign Minister
Government of Canada
Episode: Trump and Starmer’s Iran fallout: Can UK keep out of the war?
Lindsay Hoyle
Speaker of the House of Commons
Episode: How Commons Speaker Hoyle tipped off police about Mandelson 'flight risk'

Hosts

Tom Bradby
Host of Talking Politics; News At Ten Anchor, ITV; ITV News contributor
Robert Peston
Political Editor; Host with Tom Bradby, long-standing political journalist

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Starmer is best PM option by far

    As a floating voter I am very glad I gave Starmer led Labour my vote. I think you should reach out to more people before opining on how nobody supports Starmer. Thats certainly not true and who else would you want to lead us on international Stage right now?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Don't fuel the hate
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Tax take illiteracy

    How many more times are political pundits like Robert going to push out this false nonsense about the richest paying the lion’s share of total tax take. They simply don’t. They pay the lion’s share of the income tax take, but their wealth doesn’t come in income, does it? It comes from dividends and capital gains which are both taxed at lower rates than earnings, and it comes from property income, on which they don’t pay NI. Please Robert, stop with your inaccurate and lazy analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Syobahn
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Speed him up - please

    The content’s decent, but I literally scream out loud for Robert Preston to hurry up and make his point. This type of ‘thinking time’ on mics is painful for a podcast format and the producers need be braver and have a word. They must hear it themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nathan C UK
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Drivel dressed as discussion

    Considering the resources of ITN’s news gathering, this really exposes its personnel as being very poorly informed on many topics. The last episode stated TikTok was right-leaning and Instagram was left-leaning, Netanyahu ‘might not be liked by Palestinians’ and Donald Trump likely didn’t make the AI video of him as a gold statue, which they spent a third of the episode discussing. Any time the discussion veers towards an articulated point, it’s derailed and cut short by a pithy joke or ad break... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    James McAnespy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Diabolically low volume

    Interesting topics they cover however the contents is incoherent due to such low volume - a real shame please address this

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rupert999
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Sound quality and production have been recurring criticisms.
Engaging, balanced debates with clear takes from seasoned hosts.
Strong lineup and pace; some episodes feel rushed or noisy.
High-caliber guests and timely topics keep the discussions relevant.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#32
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#70
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#6
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#52
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Apple Podcasts
#221
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#223
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Talking Points

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'Burnham will be our next PM' - so what happens now?
Q: What difference do you think Andy Burnham will make in policy, practical terms to all our lives?
The hosts expect Burnham to potentially pursue bigger ambitions in public services and perhaps closer ties to the EU, but any major policy moves will be constrained by the existing manifesto and fiscal realities, requiring careful coalition-building and timing.
'Burnham will be our next PM' - so what happens now?
Q: Do you feel like you have a handle on that or do you think, well, we're just going to have to wait and see?
The consensus is that Burnham will need to wait and see how much of a platform he can articulate for the country and whether he can deliver a clear, unified message that resonates beyond his Northwest base.
'Burnham will be our next PM' - so what happens now?
Q: But can I ask you first, Jane, do you think an Andy Burnham prime ministership would stand a much better chance with the electorate? Let's say there was a general election soon, then Keir Starmer or will it make no difference?
The panelist suggests Burnham has a strategy that centers on cost of living and competence, which could broaden appeal beyond traditional left-right divides, but national credibility remains uncertain and depends on how well he translates regional strength into nationwide governance.
Trump and Starmer’s Iran fallout: Can UK keep out of the war?
Q: Do you think we and indeed the other European nations should have joined the war if Trump had not insulted so many allies?
The guests suggest that the broader pattern of alliance dynamics, prior negotiations, and international diplomacy would have mattered more than personal insults, implying that allied decisions would depend on careful diplomacy and exit strategies rather than rhetoric.
Who could replace Starmer and how could they do it?
Q: What do you think about Keir Starmer's leadership?
Many believe he has made serious political misjudgments and might not be able to survive due to a lack of cohesion and communication about the Labour Party's purpose.

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A UK-leaning political analysis show featuring sharp, insider-style conversations about current political events, leadership battles, and policy implications. Episodes frequently dissect leadership dynamics, party strategies, electoral results, and how international events shape domestic politics, often with data-driven context and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. Noteworthy are the long-running pair of hosts who bring heavy-hitting journalism credentials and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, making it a go-to for listeners who want fast-paced, informed debate on the week's political headlines and their broader implications.

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Recent guests on Talking Politics include:

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2. Carl Dinnen
3. Stewart Robson
4. Daniel Hewitt
5. Jane Green
6. Colin Rallings
7. Sir Keir Starmer
8. Anita Anand

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