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The New Statesman: politics and culture

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Helping you make sense of politics, culture and world affairs – every weekday.

Anoosh Chakelian, Andrew Marr 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 perspect... more

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With only her second novel The Inheritance of Loss, Kiran Desai won the 2006 Booker Prize, the leading literary prize in the global Anglosphere, becoming - at the time - the youngest person ever to do so. She was thirty-five. Then: silence. 19 years ... more

Is Welsh Labour dead?

Plaid Cymru won a historic victory in the by-election, trouncing Labour who had been dominant for over 100 years.

The "middle child" as Plaid's new MS describes them, also beat Reform, who pollsters expected to win the seat.

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After 14 attempts, Lindsay Whittle has won the Caerphilly seat in South Wales for Plaid Cymru. Reform came in second with over a third of the vote, and Labour trailed in third with 11%. A devastating loss for the party.

Harry Clarke-Ezzidio is joine... more

Andrew Marr says he thought Labour would fix everything, but: "I was wrong".

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Andrew Marr is stepping down as political editor of the New Statesman. In this, his last regular podcast appearance (he'll be back, don't worry!) he reflects on the las... more

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Recent Guests

Kiran Desai
Author and Booker Prize winner
Episode: Two decades later, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai returns
Rhun ap Ioweth
Leader of Plaid Cymru
Plaid Cymru
Episode: The death of Welsh Labour
Dan Evans
Welsh sociologist and author
Episode: The death of Welsh Labour
Huw Irranca-Davies
Deputy First Minister of Wales
Welsh Government
Episode: The death of Welsh Labour
Claire Powell
Reform UK's candidate in the Caerphilly by-election
Reform UK
Episode: The death of Welsh Labour
Liz Truss
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Episode: Liz Truss is still, in some sense, running the country
Andy Burnham
Mayor of Manchester
Manchester City Council
Episode: Andy Burnham has a plan for Britain
Sudhir Hazareesingh
Distinguished author and historian, fellow of Balliol College, Oxford.
Episode: Has history overlooked the enslaved who fought for freedom? | Sudhir Hazareesingh interview
Freddie Hayward
The New Statesman's US correspondent
The New Statesman
Episode: Mandelson and the friends he keeps

Hosts

Anoosh Chakelian
Host of the podcast, providing insights on politics and culture with a focus on UK current affairs.
Tom McTague
Editor-in-chief at The New Statesman, offering expert commentary on political developments.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Oli Dugmore

    Always been a fan of the NS podcast despite being a Lefty Tory. Oli has brought a bit more fun to the podcast and the chemistry with Rachel really works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CRadJones
    United Kingdom17 days ago
  • Wales?

    So - no commentary on the Plaid conference, despite the fact that the upcoming Senedd election seems to be neck and neck between Plaid & Reform.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pantcilwrach
    United Kingdom17 days ago
  • I have just listened to the October 7th episode. I was moved to make my first ever podcast review. Thank you for such a thoughtful and powerful episode. I enjoy much of the New Statesman content and this episode was exceptional.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    IslandLass
    19 days ago
  • October 7 episode

    Can I thank Rachel and Tanjil for a superb empathetic and powerfully moving podcast that presented gently the issues and feelings of the left from a Jewish and a pro-Palestinian perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bellthecat
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • October 7th

    Tanjil and Rachel, thank you for your courage and clarity in framing and engaging in this discussion. You honoured the pain and suffering of generations and yet held on to the hope that hatred need not win.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kay Carson
    United Kingdom21 days ago

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The podcast features knowledgeable guests that enhance discussions on political and cultural topics.
Many enjoy the format that combines both political analysis and cultural discussions, considering it well-rounded.
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Some criticisms point to a perceived bias in political discussions, emphasizing a progressive viewpoint.

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Two decades later, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai returns
Q: Do you feel that you could write a purely realistic book?
Desai feels that characters often fall out of reality, encountering unknowable darkness, which makes purely realistic writing difficult.
Two decades later, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai returns
Q: What makes you interested in cross-cultural relationships?
Desai finds it intriguing to analyze the underlying motivations and taboos in these relationships amid complex power dynamics.
Two decades later, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai returns
Q: How does it feel to think you might be about to join that club potentially?
Kiran Desai expresses nervousness and delight at being nominated but acknowledges the circus that comes with such recognition.
The death of Welsh Labour
Q: Is Welsh Labour dead in your eyes considering how they got trounced tonight?
They deserve to be. My goal is for a reform government. I don't care what they do.
Trump wins peace in the Middle East
Q: Do you think it's feasible that the Israelis ever would fully withdraw from the Strip?
There are concerns about the complexity of achieving meaningful withdrawal from Gaza and ensuring long-term security measures.

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This podcast offers insightful commentary on politics, culture, and global affairs, focusing mainly on recent developments in UK politics while also examining significant international events. The discussions frequently involve a variety of perspectives, ranging from the inner workings of political parties to broader societal implications of current policies and trends. With a team of seasoned journalists and expert guests, listeners gain clarity on complex issues and understand the underlying forces shaping both UK and global landscapes. The content is particularly engaging for those interested in a progressive viewpoint and includes regular explorations of cultural topics like literature and film, making it a rich resource for anyone seek... more

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