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Labour Party
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Plaid Cymru
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Welsh Government
Tata Steel
Conservative Party
Wales
Welsh Labour
Welsh Politics
2024 General Election
Senedd
Eluned Morgan
Cardiff University
Jeremy Miles
Public Engagement
Healthcare Waiting Times
Welsh Conservatives
Port Talbot

Your one-stop shop for everything Welsh politics and current affairs. Felicity Evans and James Williams discuss the big issues with exclusive interviews and in-depth analysis.

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Fliss is joined by our Political Editor Gareth Lewis and David Philips from the Institute for Fiscal Studies to discuss a busy week of manifesto launches from Plaid Cymru and the Wales Green Party.

Walescast hits the road to speak to voters across the country. This week, James is in Cardigan, part of the new Ceredigion Penfro constituency. He talks to local people about the issues that matter most to them ahead of the Senedd election and whethe... more

Walescast hits the road to speak to voters across the country. This week, James is in Treorchy, part of the new Afan Ogwr Rhondda constituency. He talks to local people about the issues that matter most ahead of the Senedd election — and asks whether... more

Fliss is joined by our Political Editor Gareth Lewis and David Philips from the Institute for Fiscal Studies to discuss the Welsh Labour manifesto launch and to mop up another campaign launch for the Welsh Green party. You can find our other ''The Ma... more

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Recent Guests

David Philips
Head of Devolved and Local Government Finance at the Institute for Fiscal Studies
Institute for Fiscal Studies
Episode: The Manifesto Launches: Welsh Labour
Ben Summer
Expert on undercover voter project
BBC Wales
Episode: Senedd Election: Undercover Voters
Gareth Lewis
Political editor
Wales
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Jac Larner
From Cardiff University's Wales Governance Centre
Cardiff University
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Stefan Messinger
Environment correspondent
Specialist correspondents team
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Beth Ann Lewis
Education correspondent
Specialist correspondents team
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Owen Clark
Health correspondent
Specialist correspondents team
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Ellen Jones
Presiding Officer, final session today
Senedd
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins
Claire Wythorne
Presiding Officer (referenced)
Episode: Senedd Signs Off... The Election Countdown Begins

Hosts

James Williams
A co-host known for his insightful discussions on Welsh politics and public affairs, often bringing a keen analytical perspective to the topics at hand.
Felicity Evans
Co-host recognized for her engaging interviews and deep dives into current political issues, with a focus on accessibility and clarity for listeners.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • What’s the deal

    Dreadful interview where all parties including the hosts over talking and shouting down the other party making it impossible to follow the discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HilsMoginie
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The podcast I’ve been looking for

    Only just discovered this podcast and I’m really enjoying it. I’m interested in all things politics, economics, and of course, Cymru so this podcast is perfect. Diolch for a top pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mihangel21
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Riveting listening

    I was listening to the latest podcast

    “A Difference of Opinion” while chopping carrots. I only meant to chop a few, but was got so involved, that I absentmindedly chopped the whole two pound bag! You don’ t get much higher praise than that!!! Diolch am eich gwaith caled.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Delwina
    United States4 years ago
  • Top of the Political Pops!

    Love this weekly podcast as it informs us about in ins and outs of politics and does so in layman’s terms! ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ceiriosen
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Listening to Drakeford A-Team good but no criticism or in-depth questioning

    Was listening and it was a good podcast but your guest was too Labour centric and there is at times I feel a lack of balance and a lack of what feels like willingness to really question things. So no one raises the lack of polling by companies like survation in Wales or the issues around delivery for certain ministers who got reappointed.

    The podcast would be improved if there was some forensic analysis of things a bit more, is X really suited on delivering on Y major project etc. In what ways... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nathan.N.G
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Manifesto Launches: Welsh Labour
Q: How does the cost of living factor into the manifesto according to the interview?
The interview emphasizes cost-of-living pressures as a central argument, noting energy prices and council tax implications; Elin Ed Morgan stresses relief through targeted measures like council tax fairness and revaluation, while acknowledging political and practical constraints in achieving these aims.
The Manifesto Launches: Welsh Labour
Q: What is the main NHS pledge highlighted in the manifesto and how does it compare to England?
The manifesto promises that people with a pressing medical need will be seen within 48 hours, a target that hosts note as ambitious yet possibly difficult to meet, especially since England is aiming for a 24-hour standard in some cases; the interview discusses whether Wales can realistically hit 48 hours and how it compares to England.
Inside the Welsh Liberal Democrats: The Conference
Q: Why would a voter choose the Lib Dems in a crowded field with many competing parties?
The guest emphasizes the Lib Dems' local engagement, its stance on staying in the UK and EU, and concrete policy priorities like social care funding and a credible, costed plan, arguing these differentiate them from other parties.
Here We Go Again... Election Campaigning Continues
Q: Jason, how can Reform responsibly fund significant tax cuts without compromising frontline services, given the IFS scrutiny?
Jason contends that efficiency savings and rationalisation across the civil service, along with targeted spending reforms, can fund tax cuts while preserving frontline services, and notes a cost-neutral manifesto as the aim.
Here We Go Again... Election Campaigning Continues
Q: Joanna, what makes this campaign feel different from previous elections for Labour in Wales, and how do you justify ambitious NHS and funding promises?
Joanna argues the party is focusing on a data-driven plan with measurable targets and a commitment to invest in social care to relieve NHS pressures, while highlighting devolution gains and partnerships with Westminster to secure necessary funding.

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What is Walescast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the dynamic landscape of Welsh politics, examining current issues and their implications for governance in Wales. It features discussions on pressing topics such as healthcare, political elections, budget negotiations, and the electoral impact of recent political developments. Exclusive interviews with political analysts, journalists, and various party representatives provide listeners with detailed insights into the changing political sentiments, particularly regarding parties like Labour, Plaid Cymru, and the emerging Reform UK.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with Walescast:

1. For Wales, See Wales
2. The Welsh Politics Pod
3. Senedd Sources
4. Sunday Supplement
5. Daily Politics from the New Statesman

How many episodes of Walescast are there?

Walescast launched 5 years ago and published 70 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Walescast include:

1. David Philips
2. Ben Summer
3. Gareth Lewis
4. Jac Larner
5. Stefan Messinger
6. Beth Ann Lewis
7. Owen Clark
8. Ellen Jones

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