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The 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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Recent Guests

Rupert Hawksley
The Spectator's new opinion editor
The Spectator
Episode: Labour’s Terminator, Silicon Valley’s ‘Antichrist’ obsession & can charity shops survive?
Michael Gove
Conservative politician and former Secretary of State for Education
Episode: Weimar Britain, the war on science & are you a competitive reader?
Matt Ridley
Writer and journalist, author of The War on Science
Episode: Weimar Britain, the war on science & are you a competitive reader?
Emily Hill
Journalist and commentator
Episode: Weimar Britain, the war on science & are you a competitive reader?
Lucas Oakeley
BookTok influencer
Episode: Weimar Britain, the war on science & are you a competitive reader?
Gareth Roberts
Writer for The Spectator, discussing Reform's camp aesthetic
The Spectator
Episode: Reform’s camp following, masculine rage & why do people make up languages?
Dr. Bettina Beinhoff
Expert on constructed languages
Episode: Reform’s camp following, masculine rage & why do people make up languages?
Paul Johnson
Economist and commentator
Episode: The coming crash, a failing foster system & ‘DeathTok’
Mary Wakefield
Contributor for The Spectator
The Spectator
Episode: The coming crash, a failing foster system & ‘DeathTok’

Hosts

Lara Prendergast
Executive editor at The Spectator.
William Moore
Features editor at The Spectator.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 336 ratings
  • High quality commentary on current affairs, politics et al with important dose of humour.

    Have never missed an episode since subscribing to Spectator podcasts, love the new round table format for The Edition. Eventually took out a magazine subscriptions so podcasts work, keep them coming please. TY.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NatsPoddie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 'New' trial format

    Any speccie podcast without Gove is going to be good but a line up of Lara, Damien,Freddie, Mary is great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vANNilla52
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great listen

    One of my favorite podcasts, always fun to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mulligan’s
    United States4 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 Podcasts
    2
    Hvcfgnj
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Well balanced.

    Always well balanced and not right wing but very centrist. Just as it should be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Novo Arte
    Australia10 months ago

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The series is noted for its high-quality commentary by well-informed guests, reflecting a balance between centrist and right-leaning views.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and critical insight on contemporary political and social issues.
There are mixed feelings regarding the depth and engagement of discussions, with some criticizing the perceived lack of challenge towards guests.

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Trump’s gilded age, the ‘hell’ of polyamory & is Polanski Britain’s Mamdani?
Q: How do you talk to your son about crime and safety issues?
I've had to emphasize intervention and awareness, but it can be challenging given societal fears and the complex situation around crime.
Trump’s gilded age, the ‘hell’ of polyamory & is Polanski Britain’s Mamdani?
Q: What do you make of that and what do you make of Polanski in general?
Polanski is a charismatic and interesting politician who has changed the polling dynamics significantly in his favor.
Trump’s gilded age, the ‘hell’ of polyamory & is Polanski Britain’s Mamdani?
Q: Can I ask you a question, Tim, that's been on my mind? It's just, why do governments get into power unprepared?
Governments focus too much on winning office rather than preparing for governance, leading to a lack of plans when they get into power.
Reform’s motherland, Meloni’s Italian renaissance & the adults learning to swim
Q: Could any of these issues pose a real problem to Meloni's leadership in the long term?
Yes, unfulfilled promises regarding migration numbers might lead to diminishing approval ratings and public support for Meloni in the long run.
Reform’s motherland, Meloni’s Italian renaissance & the adults learning to swim
Q: How do you think that squares with the comments from your party's prison czar, Vanessa Frack, who said this week that trans women should be considered for women's prisons?
I oppose the idea of trans women serving time in women's prisons and believe this policy would not occur under my leadership within Reform.

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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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The Edition launched 7 years ago and published 371 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Michael Gove
3. Matt Ridley
4. Emily Hill
5. Lucas Oakeley
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7. Dr. Bettina Beinhoff
8. Paul Johnson

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