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The Lowdown from Nick Cohen

Nick Cohen
Donald Trump
Brexit
Labour Party
Ukraine
Keir Starmer
Conservative Party
Vladimir Putin
European Union
Farage
Russia
Immigration
NATO
Nigel Farage
Reform Party
Republican Party
Human Rights
Gaza
Elon Musk
American Politics
Israel

Get The Lowdown from Nick Cohen as he investigates a world that seems to get ever more crazy, with leading commentators, columnists and politicians.

Each week, leading commentator Nick Cohen talks to the country's leading movers and shakers - to cut the through much of the noise and commentary that passes for so much political discourse these days. Nick - a long-term columnist for The Observer and... more

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THE RIGHT & THE RISE OF INTOLERANCE

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FARAGE'S CRYPTO-BUNG WOES ARE MOUNTING & RIGHTLY SO!

In his latest "The Lowdown" podcast, Nick Cohen talks to Peter Geoghegan, author of "Democracy for Sale," about the corruption allegations surrounding Nigel Farage and the Reform Party. Their chat ... more

THE MAINSTREAM MEDIA MUST NOT FALL FOR NIGEL FARAGE'S LATEST RUSE

Nick Cohen addresses the mainstream media's missed aspect of the story regarding Nigel Farage's links to the crypto industry. He highlights that Farage received £5 million from British... more

"LONDONOV!" HOW THE SLOANE RANGERS WHORED THEMSELVES OUT TO DODGY OLIGARCHS & SHEIKHS

In his latest Lowdown podcast, Nick Cohen talks to Peter York, the legendary social commentator who co-wrote the influential "Sloane Ranger's Handbook" in the 198... more

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Peter York
Social commentator, satirist, observer of trends and chronicler of wealth in London
Episode: Londonov - A class act no more
Mark Leonard
Director of the European Council on Foreign Relations; author of Surviving Chaos
European Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: The lost Brexit decade
Stefan Szymanski
Professor of the Economics of Sports at University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: A World Cup in the age of Trump
Christian Wolmar
Transport journalist and author
Transworld Export (as mentioned in the episode)
Episode: HS2 - The rail to nowhere
Horatio Clare
Author, seafarer, writer of Down to the Sea Ships
Author, Seafarer
Episode: All we have comes by sea
Robert Saunders
Reader in History at Queen Mary, University of London; author of historical works on British democracy
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: Britain's broken politics
Turi Munthe
Author and founder of Parlia
Parlia
Episode: Why we think what we think!
Phillips O'Brien
Professor of military history
St. Andrews University
Episode: The "Special Relationship" is dead
John Kampfner
Author of Brave a New World, An Examination of Democratic Politics that actually works
Episode: The UK is the no-can-do nation

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Nick Cohen
Host of The Lowdown

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 228 ratings
  • One of the best for understanding British politics

    Nick has been in the game a long time and this podcast is one of my go to spots for understanding the state of Britain today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wesley Dodds
    United States20 days ago
  • Never miss an episode

    The latest episode with James Hawes was both compelling and terrifying in equal measure! My thanks as always

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agah1971
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Essential listening

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nosebag
    2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    No, not one of the best, the best.

    And just gets better, brilliant interview with Raf Behr and the previous with Phillips O’Brian was excellent.

    Still the best of all the political podcasts

    One of the best political journalists in the UK, excellent choice of guests too.

    Somebody needs to sort out either his microphone or microphone technique though.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stevibee
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Thoughtful, engaging analysis of politics with excellent guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    googly1234567891234
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Londonov - A class act no more
Q: Peter, how do you see the future of rich London and the country evolving, given the shift you described?
London remains a service center for global wealth, but the ownership and governance of its iconic neighborhoods are increasingly international, which presents a choice about sovereignty and alignment with traditional British political structures.
A World Cup in the age of Trump
Q: What drives the ongoing dominance of a handful of European clubs and leagues in a world with 200+ FIFA member nations?
Capital, infrastructure, and talent flows concentrate in Europe, especially the Premier League and top clubs, while other regions struggle with capital constraints and governance issues that limit domestic development; migration dynamics complicate the picture but reinforce this imbalance.
A World Cup in the age of Trump
Q: Is there any real economic benefit to hosting the World Cup or major tournaments, or is it largely a myth?
Economists broadly agree there are few to no lasting economic benefits; the narrative of a transformative economic boom is largely inflated by boosters and politicians trying to justify expenditures, while the costs and opportunity losses are real.
A World Cup in the age of Trump
Q: Stefan, how do you reconcile the joy of the World Cup with its oligarchical and corrupt backdrop?
The World Cup is both a celebration and a reflection of the world's economic and political dynamics; sport is not a perfect model, but its governance and economics reveal deep structural issues, including corruption, inequality, and the dominance of a few clubs and nations.
The lost Brexit decade
Q: What happened to Britain's relationship with the EU and Europe since 2016?
Britain's relationship has become more complicated and less predictable; while Brexit created instability, there is growing public interest in closer European cooperation and even the possibility of rejoining, driven by economic and security concerns.

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A sharp, commentary-driven program that analyzes current affairs through candid conversations with leading journalists, authors, politicians, and thinkers. Episodes often tackle UK politics, international relations, democracy, and media ethics, with a focus on how power, messaging, and ideology shape public discourse. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-caliber guests and incisive, nonpartisan questioning that surfaces practical implications for policy and society. The show stands out for its willingness to challenge conventional wisdom and connect historical context to today's crises, making it attractive to listeners who want clear analysis and robust debate about the state of politics and culture.

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