The Sceptic
The Daily ScepticWelcome to The Sceptic, the Daily Sceptic’s weekly podcast. Host Laurie Wastell interviews the authors of some of the website’s most talked about recent pieces. Please subscribe, and remember: question everything; stay sane; live free. Produced by Richard Eldred.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 125 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsNews Commentary | |||
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Michael Murphy on the battle for France, Chris Morrison on the unravelling of the great climate scam. Plus: Jason Arday, ‘autoethnography’ and the fall of academia.
In Episode 100 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to Michael Murphy, writer ... more
Steven Edginton on Tan Ikram’s campaign for Pakistani judges and the BBC’s migrant-rape blindspot. Plus: how to solve the prisons crisis and Burnham’s vibes-based energy plan.
In Episode 99 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Wastell speaks to Steven Edgint... more
Michael Rainsborough on Andy Burnham’s Ministry of Truth, Richard Lyon on peak oil and the energy trap and Jack Hadfield on the new wave of anti-immigration protests and the persecution of Danny Tommo.
In Episode 98 of the Sceptic, host Laurie Waste... more
Banned from an anti-racism meeting for being too old and white, the geopolitical damage being done by Net Zero and why the Church of England seems hell-bent on trashing its own traditions.
In Episode 97 of the Sceptic, guest host Ellie Hodges speaks... more
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- Rather insipid
Stale ideas here, better suiting bygone times (as much as it pains this erstwhile Burkean to admit it). Warmed-over, milquetoast platitudes and the same familiar received “wisdom” that landed Britain – and the rest of our sorry continent – in this ever more wretched and embarrassing state. One regrets our Tories haven’t been conservative for decades.
Bring on the accelerationism!
Apple Podcasts2Bibliophenia
United Kingdom6 months ago - Kathryn Porter for Prime Minister!
Fantastic interview!
Apple Podcasts5HelenatamUnited Kingdoma year ago - Kathryn Porter interview
Another superb interview from Laurie Wastell, thank you.
I’ve been following Kathryn Porter in podcasts for some time. Sheer brilliance. I wish she would be Secretary of State for Energy Security.
Apple Podcasts5Jac DoreUnited Kingdoma year ago - Fantastic podcast
This is great as a counter point to the BBC the discussions and interviews of right of centre issues facing Great Britain is really interesting and the points well made!
The presenter is articulate and very good!
Highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5Piggy412United Kingdoma year ago - Bottom Feeder
Michael Woolf is a bottom feeder who would sell his grandmother for a dollar and it was silly to get him on the programme
Apple Podcasts1ZimaluUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #185 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #217 |  New Zealand/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #231 |  United Arab Emirates/News/Politics |
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A discussion-heavy show that features hosts and frequent contributors examining media narratives, government policy, and civil liberties through a critical, skeptical lens. Episodes frequently tackle topics like free speech, online safety and censorship, energy policy and climate data, and the influence of advocacy groups on journalism and politics. Guests range from journalists and policy researchers to lawmakers and think-tank voices, offering counterpoints to mainstream narratives and spotlighting questions about transparency, governance, and accountability. The format often blends interviews with in-depth analysis, aiming to equip listeners with alternative perspectives on contemporary UK politics, media, and public policy. A notable st... more
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1. Stephen Edginton
2. Alexander Baker
3. Ben Pile
4. Michael Rainsborough
5. Richard Lyon
6. Rupert Matthews
7. Rupert Darwall
8. Steven Tucker
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