Politics Unpacked
Times RadioHugo Rifkind unpacks the the politics of the day - and the stuff that's even more important - with the brightest brains from the Times and Sunday Times.
You can listen to Hugo on DAB, smart speaker or app 10am-1pm Monday to Friday. If you like what you hear, then read more at www.thetimes.com/
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1862 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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Kemi Badenoch has called on centrist Conservatives hoping to influence the party to "get out of the way" - is the Tory one nation tradition dead, or an electoral opportunity?
Hugo, Matthew Parris and Juliet Samuel debate the future of the party and ... more
With the PM in China, David Lammy stands in for Keir Starmer at deputy PMQs. But can Andrew Griffith land a blow for the Tories?
Hugo Rifkind unpacks the exchanges in the House of Commons with Patrick Maguire, Stefan Boscia and Chris Ward, parliament... more
As Labour backbenchers call on Starmer to reverse the ban on Andy Burnham standing as an MP, a cabinet minister says the decision is 'done and dusted'.
Hugo unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott.
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The prime minister is facing a backlash from some Labour MPs after the party blocked Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's attempt to become an MP - did Keir Starmer have any other choice?
Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payn... more
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They have a very limited view of what people outside London know or think. We follow Westminster up North tha nose !
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United Kingdom17 days ago - Farage
It was awful to listen to garage on the On the pmq Show…. Just allowed to get away with his messaging and even managed to make him look ok on Russia…. Terribly prepared and his lack f backbone was allowed to stand. Disgraceful
Apple Podcasts2PMQ nowUnited Kingdom22 days ago - All gone a bit far right
Nigel Farage spouting off on the PMQs this week. Shameful. Used to like this pod as it had balance, but I think it’s clear which direction it’s travelling in.
Apple Podcasts1Nathan C UKUnited Kingdom22 days ago Pompous rubbish.
Podcast Addict23 months agotr17- Self-regarding and boring
Are you entertained by 3 centrist dads (or mums) insipidly agreeing with each other? Then this is the podcast for you. No one involved has the slightest curiosity about the world beyond the Whitehall-Islington axis. There’s a lot of patting themselves on the back about their liberal values, while simultaneously agreeing that anyone who doesn’t think in exactly the same way as them is wrong. Yesterday, they concurred (I swear I’m not making this up), that tabloid-readers would not understand the ... more
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Apple Podcasts | #233 |  Canada/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #108 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #179 |  France/News/Politics |
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A focused exploration of current political events, often intertwining them with broader societal issues and cultural commentary. Topics range from the intricacies of UK politics, including significant political figures and their implications, to the analysis of policies surrounding mental health, immigration, and economic measures. The discussions highlight the dynamics of political communication, maintaining a balance between serious analysis and light-hearted banter. Notably, it features engaging conversations with influential guests, aiming to unpack not just the news, but also the underlying narratives that define the political landscape. This approach likely attracts listeners interested in a mix of intellectual discourse and topical h... more
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4. Nigel Farage
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