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Politics from the New Statesman

The New Statesman
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Reform UK
Donald Trump
Rachel Reeves
Nigel Farage
Cost Of Living
UK Politics
Peter Mandelson
Brexit
Ukraine
Gaza
UK Economy
Green Party
Conservative Party
Jeffrey Epstein
Russia
Kemi Badenoch
Israel
Angela Rayner

Helping you make sense of politics – every week.

Anoosh Chakelian and the New Statesman team bring you sharp reporting, clear analysis and thoughtful conversations to help you understand what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.

The New Statesman is Britain’s leading source of news and commentary on politics and culture with a progressive perspective. On Politics, our journalists and exper... more

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The inevitability of the Peter Mandelson scandal, Jacob Rees-Mogg’s live show, and the rising cost of condoms…

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The Mandelson affair has become less about Peter Mandelson’s alleged wrongdoing, and all about Keir Starmer’s ability to run the country.

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Jacob Rees-Mogg
Politician featured in a throwback encounter and discussed as a public figure
Conservative Party
Episode: Political F-bombs and Jacob Rees-Mogg “unbuttoned”
Lena Dunham
Author/actress discussed as a throwback figure of millennial feminism
Private individual
Episode: Political F-bombs and Jacob Rees-Mogg “unbuttoned”
Samantha Niblett
Labour backbench MP involved in a provocative campaign stunt
Labour Party
Episode: Ex defence secretary slams Starmer's strategy
Scarlett Maguire
Founder and director of Merlin Strategy; online editor for the piece discussed
Merlin Strategy
Episode: Why do young women hate men?
Emily Lawford
Online editor contributing to the feature discussed
New Statesman
Episode: Why do young women hate men?
Yanis Varoufakis
Former Greek finance minister and economist
Independent scholar and author
Episode: Yanis Varoufakis: Greece has become Israel's "handmaiden"
Charlie Maynard
Liberal Democrat MP
Liberal Democrats
Episode: Thames Water's careless vandalism
Ruben Stewart
Senior Fellow for Land Warfare at the IISS Think Tank; former Infantry Officer and UN Peacekeeper
IISS
Episode: Trump’s ground options in Iran
Ailbhe Rea
Political editor invited onto the podcast for discussion
New Statesman
Episode: Has Keir Starmer found his vision?

Hosts

Oli Dugmore
Co-host of Daily Politics, provides insights into current political developments and discussions.
Anoosh Chakelian
Host of Daily Politics, provides clarity on complex political matters and hosts discussions.
Will Lloyd
Royal Correspondent and Deputy Editor, facilitates conversations around monarchy and politics.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Come on guys

    I force myself to listen to this as a counterpoint to the Spectator podcast. But come on guys will you just say what you really think already? You’re journalists not politicians. You seem reasonably intelligent and well informed, but whenever logic leads you to an uncomfortable conclusion, you start the nervous laughter, hedging and summoning up ludicrous right wing straw men before you move on, leaving the conclusion unsaid. I want to take you seriously but it's hard.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    frutybun
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Crime stats UK

    Early this morning I listened to your podcast about the arrest of ex-prince Andrew..and l’m laughing. Lovely. The BBC mentioned first royal arrest in three hundred years..as though the royals have been crime free for 300 years. And don’t get me started on ‘working royals’.

    Chris

    Brisbane

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chr all
    Australia2 months ago
  • Needs more polish

    Discussion subjects are always interesting but some of the hosts need a little more coaching, lots of umms and errrs from the guy make for an irritating listen

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hairless Whisper
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Can be superb but Dugmore is a complete switch off

    Usually topical and superb quality Tom, Anoosh and Ailbhe are great with great insight. Oli Dugmore is as boring as he is entitled and soon as I know it’s him it’s an instant switch off & delete

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MartyFarty
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Patchy

    Some of the NS podcasts are OK, but the one I half listened to today (Andy Burnham & Suella Braverman) had my least favourite presenter/guest who demonstrates the most appalling vocal fry, making her sound like an awful California Valley Girl. It makes my throat ache to listen to it and whenever this person is on, I have to give up after a few minutes. BTW, in German NS is another way of saying National Socialist, so I’m always careful not to let anyone see the logo when I listen to you!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    anon in germany
    Germany3 months ago

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There are recurring critiques about certain hosts, particularly regarding their presentation style;
Some suggestions indicate a desire for more in-depth policy discussions rather than surface-level critiques.
Feedback highlights the engaging and humorous interactions among hosts, which keep the content lively;

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#33
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Apple Podcasts
#174
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Apple Podcasts
#15
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Apple Podcasts
#32
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Apple Podcasts
#168
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Apple Podcasts
#105
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Talking Points

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Why do young women hate men?
Q: How does online culture influence these attitudes?
Women online are exposed to left-leaning and anti-establishment narratives as well as content portraying male behavior in negative lights, which, combined with real-world issues like abortion rights and climate concerns, reinforces a politically and morally charged worldview that shapes both personal relationships and party preferences.
Why do young women hate men?
Q: Why do you think young women feel more pessimistic about their economic outlook than young men?
The data show that housing costs, student debt, and overall economic constraints hit young women hard, with middle-class, educated women reporting more negative views across multiple domains, including racism, sexism, and life prospects, suggesting structural economic pressures amplify their pessimism.
Why do young women hate men?
Q: Scarlett, what were the most striking findings from the exclusive polling you conducted?
The most striking finding is that 72% of young men have a favorable view of young women, while only 50% of women under 30 feel favorable toward men, and unfavorable views toward men rise to 21% among women under 30, indicating a clear gendered tilt in attitudes.
Rory Stewart sees fundamental evil in Trump
Q: What does being English mean to you?
Stewart describes Englishness as a blend of tradition, culture, and regional identity, with personal ties to Scotland and a nuanced sense of national character that goes beyond simple definitions.
AI is embedded in the British state
Q: If we're talking about sovereignty, what's the real risk of losing British control to American models?
The risk is losing sovereign AI capability and aligning regulatory and technical standards with the U.S., which could erode national autonomy and shape policy outcomes away from British priorities.

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