Politics Inside Out

Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth
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Politics Inside Out lifts the lid on how Westminster really works by talking to the people who work there. It is presented by Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth, lifelong friends who became Labour insiders and senior MPs. They reflect on what they learned in politics and talk to a different guest each week about what it is really like to hold high office, deal with a media scandal or break the whip. Brought to you in association with Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. 593950 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 3D AGO

    Does Leadership speculation distract from the Government’s priorities? With Solicitor General Ellie Reeves

    What is a Solicitor General? Ellie Reeves MP who holds the position talks of her priority to tackle violence against women, her fury with Peter Mandelson and what its like having to pass the police to go and have a cuppa with her sister - Chancellor Rachel Reeves. She reflects on this week’s political unrest in the Labour Party and reveals how the PM has come out fighting. She also recalls her memories of a young Jonathan Ashworth taking Labour Party economic policy documents on his holidays. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  2. FEB 5

    Do we live in an age of political extremism? With John Woodcock (Lord Walney)

    Former Labour MP and ex Government adviser on political violence and disruption Lord Walney (John Woodcock) expresses his fears about today’s political climate and the intimidation of those that are seeking election. He talks about why he is seeking to undertake a cross party inquiry into the intimidation of candidates and elected politicians. Does he regret leaving the Labour Party in protest at Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership of the Labour Party? Find out in this episode. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  3. JAN 29

    Where do the Tories go from here? with former Cabinet Minister Simon Clarke

    Former Tory Cabinet Minister, now director of Tory think tank Onward, Simon Clarke gives his thoughts on why Tory MPs are defecting to Reform and which Tory defection has most surprised him. He says the Tories are making good progress and criticises those who say there should be a pre election pact with Reform. And as dad to a 6 week old baby he says he explains why he would be ‘a terrible father’ if he was still in the House of Commons. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  4. JAN 22

    Will assisted dying ever become a reality? with Kim Leadbeater MP

    Richard Harrington stands in for Jonathan Ashworth. Gloria and Richard discuss whether her assisted dying proposals will ever become a reality. Kim Leadbeater MP explains why she chose to spearhead this change in the law and voices her frustrations with those that are trying to block it. As we approach the 10th anniversary of the murder of her sister Jo Cox MP she talks of her fears at the anger and hatred fuelling today’s politics and calls for common ground to be sought to make our society a better place. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  5. JAN 15

    Can the Lib Dem’s thrive in multi party Britain? with Daisy Cooper MP

    Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper MP talks Lib Dem strategy and what makes them a distinctive Party. She also explains why she is so passionate at saving pubs, reveals her favourite tipple and says she will stay on X but it needs to change. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  6. JAN 8

    How do you make the case for international aid? with former Development Minister Anneliese Dodds MP

    Anneliese Dodds on why spending money on international aid is in Britain’s interests and why she doesn’t regret resigning from the Cabinet in protest at the cuts to the aid budget. She talks about why there should be far more focus on the war in Sudan…..and describes her dad’s unlikely encounter with Michael Portillo. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  7. JAN 1

    New Years Special: Political Heroes and Villains

    Which political figures do politicians idolise and who do they most dislike ? Find out in our New Years episode with Jacob Rees Mogg, Chris Curtis, Alan Johnson, Lee Anderson, Bridget Phillipson, Feargal Sharkey, Annelise Dodds, Andrew Bowie, Simon Hart, Graham Brady, Caroline Dineage and John Cryer. -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

  8. 12/24/2025

    What do politicians get up to on Christmas Day?

    On this special episode, our politicians discuss their favourite Christmas movies, their family traditions and just how early should the Christmas tree go up. You'll hear from: Jacob Rees Mogg, Jon Cryer, Graham Brady, Andrew Bowie, Luciana Berger, Annelise Dodds, Chris Curtis, Caroline Dineage and Alan Johnson -- This episode is sponsored by Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. If your company wants to campaign for change drop them an email at info@woburnpartners.com Production support and Mixing by Adrian Bradley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
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Politics Inside Out lifts the lid on how Westminster really works by talking to the people who work there. It is presented by Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth, lifelong friends who became Labour insiders and senior MPs. They reflect on what they learned in politics and talk to a different guest each week about what it is really like to hold high office, deal with a media scandal or break the whip. Brought to you in association with Woburn Partners, the strategic communications agency. 593950 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Gloria De Piero and Jonathan Ashworth
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Woburn Partners Ltd
  • Show Website
    Politics Inside Out

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