Politics Unpacked

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Hugo 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 http://www.thetimes.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Corn Laws, Trade & Trump

Donald Trump says tariffs are "the greatest thing ever invented". Are there unlikely parallels with 19th century prime minister Robert Peel and the corn laws? Historian AN Wilson joins Hugo Rifkind for his weekly look at how the present can resemble the past. He also speaks to Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Somali-born writer and free speech campaigner.

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Keir Starmer's Education Revolution

There's a big shake-up of the school curriculum on the way, but how radical is the government's thinking - and could they put standards at risk? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Rachel Sylvester and Robin Brant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tim Shipman: Brexit, Boris & Bust-Ups

Sunday Times chief political commentator Tim Shipman joins Hugo to dig into the final book in his Brexit quartet, 'Out: How Brexit Got Done and The Tories Were Undone'. How important was Dominic Cummings in the rise and fall of Boris Johnson, and what did Dilyn the dog do to his leg? What did Liz Truss's advisers really think about her fitness to lead the nation? And why couldn't Rishi Sunak cope with failure? You can buy Tim's book here, and there's a 20% discount for Times+ members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 min
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PMQs: Rayner vs... Who?

With Keir Starmer away, his deputy Angela Rayner takes deputy prime minister's questions from Conservative MP Alex Burghart. Does he impress on his first outing at the despatch box? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the action from the Commons chamber with the help of Tim Shipman, Lara Spirit and comedian Grainne Maguire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

43 min
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Where Does Musk Find The Time?

Has Elon Musk already overstayed his welcome in the court of Donald Trump? Can a government be made up entirely of mavericks? And how does the billionaire find the time? Pus: Should we be following the advice of Rishi Sunak's father-in-law and denounce the weekend? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with James Marriott and Juliet Samuel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

33 min
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Is Reeves Haunted By Her CV?

Rachel Reeves is under pressure to explain her CV, after it emerged that she used a false claim to win her seat as an MP - but does it matter? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Iain Martin and Lara Spirit, including the row over assisted dying and whether Sue Gray will get a peerage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

35 min
NOV 16 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Where Does The Left Go After Trump's Victory?

With the Left failing to make electoral gains across Europe, was Trump's victory in the USA the final nail in the coffin for socialism around the world? Hugo speaks to Greek economist Yanis Varoufakis Plus: Historian AN Wilson draws historical parallels with the news of the present. Today looking at the Archbishop of Canterbury's resignation in the face of scandal.

17 min
NOV 15

Criminalising The Culture Wars

Thousands of people, including children, have been questioned by police over non-crime hate speech, but is that involving police in political problems? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Timandra Harkness and Tim Montgomerie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Introducing: How To Win An Election

Introducing: How To Win An Election. As the next General Election approaches, Matt Chorley is joined by three of the sharpest, funniest and best-connected strategists who know a thing or two about winning (and losing). Peter Mandelson was Labour’s director of communications for Neil Kinnock in 1987 and 1992; New Labour’s architect and later cabinet minister in 1997, 2001 and 2005; and Gordon Brown’s right-hand man in 2010. Daniel Finkelstein advised the SDP’s David Owen in 1987, worked for John Major in the run-up to 1987; for William Hague ahead of 2001; and advised David Cameron before 2010 and 2015. Polly Mackenzie was a Lib Dem policy expert, working for Charles Kennedy in their record-breaking 2005 election; for Nick Clegg in 2010, and after five coalition years in No 10, was there for the 2015 wipeout too. How To Win An Election will be your guide through the twists and turns of a tumultuous campaign every Tuesday. Follow the podcast now to never miss an episode. https://podfollow.com/how-to-win-an-election Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12/20/2023

Daisy Foote

Love this podcast matt is incisive and hilarious!!!
Best daily summary of British politics

01/26/2023

George_____111

Matt is outstanding and so are his columnists and guests. I love PMQs in particular. Keen listener from Uruguay
British politics explained

11/23/2022

Vx2401

Love the show especially the guest columnists. After Brexit I became obsessed with British politics and this show is a gem.
First on the Kwasi sack!

10/14/2022

scheißgeyser

Nuff said. Also, “ Yorkshire tea!”

Hugo 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 http://www.thetimes.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.