Politically

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Politically

Politically is BBC Radio 4's home for insightful, inside takes on how politics and power really work. Step into a world steeped in ambition and intrigue... a world that demands tough decisions and delicate compromises. And let those who've walked the corridors of power reveal how they believe them best navigated, through the frank and illuminating series you'll find in this feed.

  1. Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 5: Humza Yousaf

    21 OCT

    Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 5: Humza Yousaf

    Michael talks to Humza Yousaf about working out who you can trust and managing allies. 19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck

    23 min
  2. Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 4: Arlene Foster

    21 OCT

    Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 4: Arlene Foster

    Michael Gove talks to Arlene Foster about the challenge of managing schisms in her party. 19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck

    23 min
  3. Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 3: Amber Rudd

    21 OCT

    Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 3: Amber Rudd

    Michael Gove talks to Amber Rudd about how and why she chose to take stands of principle. 19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck

    30 min
  4. Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 2: Peter Mandelson

    21 OCT

    Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 2: Peter Mandelson

    Michael Gove talks to Peter Mandelson about the challenge of managing unpopularity. 19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck

    24 min
  5. Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 1: Margaret Hodge

    21 OCT

    Surviving Politics with Michael Gove - 1: Margaret Hodge

    Michael Gove talks to Margaret Hodge about the importance of working with other parties. 19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck

    25 min
  6. Introducing... Surviving Politics with Michael Gove

    17 OCT

    Introducing... Surviving Politics with Michael Gove

    19 years as a member of parliament, 6 cabinet positions, 5 general elections and serving under 4 prime ministers. During his political career, Michael Gove pretty much saw and did it all. As he says himself, no-one in politics is a conscript. He and others are volunteers who willingly choose their fate. But office can and does take its toll and in this five part series, Michael talks candidly with politicians from different parties about the strengths and skills needed to survive when things get tough. Producer: Ben Carter Editor: Clare Fordham Sound recordists: Jack Graysmark and Hannah Montgomery Mixed by James Beard Production co-ordinators: Janet Staples, Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck Listen to all episodes from Monday 21 October 2024 on BBC Sounds.

    3 min
  7. Reflections: Mary Robinson

    16 OCT

    Reflections: Mary Robinson

    The former President of Ireland and UN human rights chief sits down with Jim Naughtie in Dublin to reflect on her career and why she remains a "prisoner of hope" Producers: Daniel Kraemer and Giles Edwards This episode was first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 1 August 2024

    28 min
  8. Reflections: Charles Clarke

    16 OCT

    Reflections: Charles Clarke

    The former Home Secretary reflects with Jim Naughtie on life at the heart of the Labour Party. What was it like to be at Neil Kinnock's side during Labour's wilderness years, running the Home Office on 7/7, and being sacked by Tony Blair? Producers: Daniel Kraemer and Giles Edwards This episode was first broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on 25 July 2024

    29 min
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Politically is BBC Radio 4's home for insightful, inside takes on how politics and power really work. Step into a world steeped in ambition and intrigue... a world that demands tough decisions and delicate compromises. And let those who've walked the corridors of power reveal how they believe them best navigated, through the frank and illuminating series you'll find in this feed.

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  • Episodes
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