Alas Vine & Hitchens
Daily MailWhat's the Big Idea? Finally, Sarah Vine (once memorably described as being ‘like and loathed in equal measure, divisive, but never indecisive’) and Peter Hitchens (a man whose writing a critic was called to compare to a Guardsman’s boot: ‘as highly polished and potentially lethal’) meet once a week to look at the world and mutter, alas… Acclaimed columnist and journalist Sarah Vine and best-selli... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 89 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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On this week’s show, Peter would like to talk about the ever-declining Donald Trump while Sarah (and Peter) will be positing their manifesto ideas that could help propel any of the major parties to power. Probably.
And we’ll be opening our mailbag t... more
On this week’s show, Peter would like to ask why British troops are playing wargames in support of Ukraine, and escalating the chance of war with Russia, while Sarah wants to know why Paris and huge swathes of France are on fire.
And we’ll be openi... more
On this week’s show, Peter would like to talk about proportional representation (he’s not a fan), and as the government launches its ‘Prepare’ campaign, Sarah is busy preparing for the apocalypse.
And we’ll be opening our mailbag to discuss America... more
On this week’s show, Sarah would like to know why the government is handing out hijabs to channel migrants, and Peter would like to talk about capital punishment, especially in the USA.
And we’ll be opening our mailbag to discuss what might happen s... more
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- Tiresome Hitchens
Peter Hitchens tells all and sundry that he was once a Trotskyist. That ideological bent, combined with Thought & Word Police Vigilance, remains with Hitchens to this day and notwithstanding his renunciation of Peter the Younger’s Belief Systems. This makes for a despondent listen as incontestably evidenced by the Vine & Hitchens ‘War on Iran’ debate-cum-Hitchens-Purity-Gotcha-and-Gotcha- and-Gotcha. No nuance, no insight, no geopolitics, no Real Politic, just the avowed and incontestable Peter ... more
Apple Podcasts3Morrimark95
United Kingdom8 months ago - Enjoyable
But could someone tell Sarah Vine that the BBC can’t just sell iPlayer round the world like Netflix due to significant complexities around rights restrictions. People at the BBC aren’t so stupid that they’ve just never thought of that….
Apple Podcasts4Southern Greek plumberUnited Kingdoma year ago - Peter Hitchens
Peter Hitchens legend. Doesn’t give a fig, wish there were more like him. Keep saying what is right Peter!
Apple Podcasts5north shields manUnited Kingdoma year ago Funny, intelligent and insightful. A wonderful podcast which I hope continues for a long time.
Audible5Wayne S Davis
United Statesa year ago- Excellent discussion among friends
Funny, intelligent and insightful. A wonderful podcast which I hope continues for a long time.
Audible5Wayne S DavisUnited Statesa year ago
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Investigations into big ideas that shape society, politics, and culture are debated with wit, candor, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom. Episodes frequently center on media dynamics, governance, and public policy, often weighing how technology, crime, and social norms influence everyday life. The format pairs two sharp, long-running commentators in extended, opinionated conversations that mix personal anecdotes with pointed analysis, creating a distinctive mix of contrarian takes, humor, and accessible insight. Noteworthy is the duo's willingness to take unpopular stances, cross-examine common narratives, and weave historical context into contemporary debates, making it a compelling listen for those who want unapologetic, i... more
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7. Peter Hitchens
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