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heretics. | andrew gold

Andrew Gold
Immigration
Israel
Islamism
Islam
Grooming Gangs
BBC
Prince Andrew
Mental Health
Gender Identity
Tommy Robinson
Jeffrey Epstein
Hamas
Labour Party
Free Speech
Child Abuse
Transgender Issues
Trans Rights
Cultural Identity
Feminism
Cancel Culture

Journalist Andrew Gold talks to everyone from cult defectors and politicians to mainstream celebrities - people who’ve challenged the expected script and lived with the consequences. Formerly known as Heretics, guests include Robbie Williams, Paul Gascogine, Chris Packham, Chris Williamson, David Baddiel, Richard Dawkins, Bonnie Blue, and former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss.

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Recent Guests

Zak Garner-Purkis
Investigative journalist and guest on the show
Episode: 666. Zak Garner-Purkis: Who’s Profiting From the Small Boats Crisis?
Paul Gascoigne
Former professional footballer and public figure
Professional footballer (England national team)
Episode: 665. Paul Gascoigne: A Boy Died In My Arms - It Made Me Psychotic
Catherine Perez-Shakdam
Journalist and former infiltrator who infiltrated the Iranian regime
Independent journalist/author
Episode: 662. I Infiltrated Iran. They Took Me to the Ayatollah - Catherine Perez-Shakdam
Adam Brooks
Pub owner and media commentator discussed in-depth
Self-identified publican and media figure
Episode: 660. Adam Brooks: What TV Elites Really Think Of People Like Us
Michael Kerr
Former patient who details detransition and experiences with NHS services
Private individual (patient)
Episode: 659. The Dark Medical Scandal Elites Are Hiding
Kathryn Porter
Energy expert
Energy policy commentator
Episode: 658. The Net Zero Scam: Energy Expert Kathryn Porter
Rachel Johnson
Boris Johnson's sister and journalist
LBC (journalist)
Episode: 656. Rachel Johnson: Britain's Slow Suicide, Neil Gaiman Scandal & The Queen's Last Words to My Bro Boris
Francis Foster
Author and comedian who discusses education systems, free speech, and publishing challenges
Author of Uneducated; speaker on Trigonometry
Episode: 655. Triggernometry Francis Foster: The Ideological Capture of Schools
Nigel Biggar
Oxford ethicist, author, and founder of Ethics in Empire project
University of Oxford
Episode: 653. The Truth About The British Empire - Oxford Prof. Nigel Biggar

Host

Andrew Gold
Host of the show and interviewer in this episode; journalist and interviewer; multi‑show presenter.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 4.4k ratings
  • Good interviewer

    Although I don’t always agree with the guest or their views I find this is deffo one of my go to interview talk podcasts. Good is a great interviewer and seems well informed. Led me down a few rabbit holes after listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikeypikey23
    United Kingdom6 days ago
  • Always interesting

    I may not always agree with Andrew’s guests views , topics etc but the interviews themselves are always interesting and make you view another side at times . Andrew himself is very easy to listen too and treats his quests fairy (even if you can tell he thinks some things are balmy )

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandsy1979
    United Kingdom7 days ago
  • I don’t find time to listen to other podcasts now

    I don’t think there’s been a subject I’ve not been interested in since I started listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JockRusky
    United Kingdom7 days ago
  • My weekly fix

    Like the relaxed interview technique as the guest is allowed to talk. Other podcasts are more about the presenters but not with Andrew. Interesting mix of topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whiskey mamma
    United Kingdom8 days ago
  • Great Podcast

    I don’t agree with all the guests, and some of their theories are bizarre to say the least, but isn’t that the point? We can’t agree with everyone but we listen to them and have a constructive discussion in a respectful way. Andrew’s interview style is really good and you keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Actionvin
    United Kingdom9 days ago

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Thoughtful, challenging interviews with a diverse set of guests.
Hosts push hard on ideas but maintain open-minded dialogue.
Listener critiques vary from highly positive to noting a bias or controversial guests.

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666. Zak Garner-Purkis: Who’s Profiting From the Small Boats Crisis?
Q: What role do tech platforms and delivery apps play in this, and how should companies respond?
Platforms benefit when labor is cheap and flexible, but they can be complicit if they ignore exploitation; companies should implement rigorous worker verification, transparent supply chains, and policies that remove exploitative practices from their networks.
666. Zak Garner-Purkis: Who’s Profiting From the Small Boats Crisis?
Q: What concrete signs should people look for in their own communities to spot potential trafficking or exploitation in their supply chains?
Look for unusual concentrations of specific labor types, suspicious cash flows, debt bondage patterns, and businesses that rely on low-wage labor with opaque supply chains, then push for accountability up to the top of the chain.
666. Zak Garner-Purkis: Who’s Profiting From the Small Boats Crisis?
Q: Zak, when you first stepped on Calais beaches and saw the scale of the operation, how did it compare to what you expected from the news?
It was much bigger and more embedded than the public narrative suggested; it involved systemic exploitation, with debt, coercion, and a connected web that stretches from local high streets to global trafficking networks.
659. The Dark Medical Scandal Elites Are Hiding
Q: How close were you to actually getting the snip?
The guest explains that they were near the top of a two-year waiting list, with the plan to proceed through a series of steps including hair removal and initial appointments before surgery, and that they ultimately did not go ahead due to changing decisions and the broader NHS process.
660. Adam Brooks: What TV Elites Really Think Of People Like Us
Q: Where can people find you online?
Adam lists his social handles and YouTube channel, inviting listeners to follow for his reviews and commentary: X, SXPR, Instagram @AdamBrooksMedia, and YouTube.

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What is heretics. about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A provocative interview show that brings on a wide range of guests who've challenged mainstream narratives, including journalists, political figures, scientists, authors, and public figures from controversial or high-profile fields. Episodes typically explore politics, culture wars, media dynamics, and society‑level questions, often with sharp questions, deep dives, and a willingness to confront taboos or contested histories. The show stands out for hosting a diverse slate of guests—from ex‑cult members to political insiders and investigative voices—delivering candid conversations that can be provocative, skeptical, or highly insightful. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want unflinching takes on power, culture, and truth, and for ... more

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