
A weekly compilation of our favourite articles from The Spectator magazine, read aloud by their writers, from politics to arts, foreign affairs to culture.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 136 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsSociety & Culture | |||

On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Lisa Haseldine reports from Svalbard; Matthew Parris reflects on the Iran crisis during Holy Week; Damian Thompson assesses how Pope Leo XIV is quietly reshaping the Vatican; Peter Pomerantsev reviews Jack Watling’s... 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
On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Ruaridh Nicoll reads his letter from Havana; Angus Colwell takes us through an A-Z of London horrors; Mary Wakefield points out the glaring flaw in Keir Starmer’s ‘cohesion plan; Philip Hensher reviews an increasing... more
On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Damian Thompson says his addiction to the piano has only got worse with age; Francis Pike ponders if Kim Jong-Un is lining up a female successor; Ysenda Maxtone-Graham explains the art to left-wing boasting; and fin... more
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Stimulating and fun but some of the authors could do with elocution lessons and delivery coaching. Others are brilliant. Notably this week Benedict Allen.
Each episode of this selection of pieces from the world’s oldest and best periodical is always eagerly anticipated and seldom disappoints.
Relaxed, entertaining, erudite.
The hosts don’t take themselves or topics too seriously, which paves the way for serious thought.
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A weekly ensemble reading of The Spectator's articles read aloud by writers and journalists, blending politics, culture, art, and international affairs. Each episode features a curated mix—from political analysis and cultural criticism to literary readings and architectural critique—delivered in a conversational, opinionated style. Notable strengths include diverse guest voices, crisp long-form readings, and a willingness to tackle timely and controversial topics with wit and clear viewpoints. Potential listeners will find thought-provoking takes on current events alongside cultural deep dives, making it appealing to readers who enjoy brisk, opinionated essays delivered in an accessible format.
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Recent guests on Spectator Out Loud include:
1. Damian Thompson
2. Francis Pike
3. Ysenda Maxtone-Graham
4. Geoffrey Cain
5. Justin Marozzi
6. Alex Diggins
7. Sam France
8. Angus Colwell
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