The Edition
The SpectatorThe Spectator's flagship podcast featuring discussions and debates on the best features from the week's edition. Presented by Lara Prendergast and William Moore.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 368 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentarySociety & Culture | |||
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Big Tech is under the spell of the occult, according to Damian Thompson. Artificial intelligence is now so incredible that even educated westerners are falling back on the occult, and Silicon Valley billionaires are becoming obsessed with heaven and ... more
‘The Ultras’ are the subject of The Spectator’s cover story this week – this is the new Islamo-socialist alliance that has appeared on the left of British politics. Several independent MPs, elected amidst outrage over the war in Gaza, have gone on to... more
‘Here be dragons’ declares the Spectator’s cover story this week, as it looks at the continuing fallout over the collapse of the trial of two political aides accused of spying for China in Westminster. Tim Shipman reveals that – under the last Conser... more
The Spectator’s cover story this week looks at ‘the fear’ gripping Jewish people amidst rising antisemitism. Reflecting on last week’s attack in Manchester, Douglas Murray says that ‘no-one in the Jewish community was surprised’ – a damning inditemen... more
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United Kingdoma month ago - Great listen
One of my favorite podcasts, always fun to listen to!
Apple Podcasts5Mulligan’s
United States3 months ago - Getting Worse
Just don’t challenge guests enough. Particularly the regular Labour bloke who adores Starmer. Too friendly, missing any real depth and all too often guests just go unchallenged.
Apple Podcasts2HvcfgnjUnited Kingdom7 months ago - Well balanced.
Always well balanced and not right wing but very centrist. Just as it should be.
Apple Podcasts5Novo Arte
Australia9 months ago - The West Turns right …. And our journalists are still living in the past
Analyzing our UK politics in terms as ‘Left’ and ‘Right’ or Tory and Labour leads us away from what’s happening. As does suggesting that the country is ‘anti politics’. Actually the country is anti-establishment and anti the post 1997 cross party political Blairist consensus. And this is with reason as services get worse, taxes get higher, the UK gets weaker, Government become authoritarian and people get poorer. The current consensus is not working. Far from being ‘anti politics’ the country ... more
Apple Podcasts2sheerhulkUnited Kingdom10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #27 | United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #209 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #249 | Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Saudi Arabia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #64 |  Argentina/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #71 |  Japan/News/News Commentary |
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This series features lively discussions and debates on contemporary political and social issues, often centered around the most notable articles from recent issues of a prominent magazine. The format typically includes insights from seasoned journalists, commentators, and experts who critique current affairs, political shifts, and societal trends. Noteworthy aspects include the exploration of varied topics such as the implications of identity politics, economic challenges, and cultural phenomena, wrapped in a blend of humor and critical analysis. This appeal likely attracts listeners who appreciate informed dialogue on pressing topics and enjoy the dynamics of journalistic perspectives within the context of a rich media environment.
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1. Rupert Hawksley
2. Matt Ridley
3. Emily Hill
4. Lucas Oakeley
5. Lionel Shriver
6. Dr. Bettina Beinhoff
7. Paul Johnson
8. Rosie Lewis
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