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    Refrom UK's Reset

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 72:27


    Jeremy Kyle unpacks Andy Burnham first Prime Minister's Questions yesterday and the verdict - lacklustre. Although at times he did appear to answer a question which is a stark improvement on his predecessor. Kemi piles on the pressure today with a fresh vow to slash Britain's ballooning benefits bill to boost defense spending to 3 per cent of GDP. She's piling maximum pressure on the new PM, as experts warn the UK is sitting in a “deeply uncomfortable” fiscal mess ahead of a brutal upcoming Budget! Despite this, we hear Burnham's racing ahead with the controversial Chagos Islands surrender deal, with fresh talks set with Mauritius next week. Here's an idea Mr Burnham, why not scrap the Chagos deal and save us all £35billion. One decision, one massive saving! The PM is being urged to stop getting stitched-up by the French after they promised just a measly 45 extra cops to tackle the illegal boat crossings on the exact same day the famous Bayeux Tapestry is set to cross the Channel. His Majesty the King even chipped in, calling the tapestry loan a symbol of “trust” ha! But conference season has officially begun as Reform UK kick off theirs in Birmingham today. To mark the occasion Nigel Farage has sat down with the BBC and slammed Britain's “complainants' society”.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham's 70's Horror Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 79:30


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as The Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been accused of 'living in the past' after blaming Margaret Thatcher and Brexit for Britain's problems.The new Prime Minister used his first statement to Parliament to set out his vision for the country involving greater state control of the economy. He also refused to rule out further tax rises in next month's Budget.He said “From the 1980s, this country took a series of wrong turns. Political power was centralised, economic power privatised, the country deindustrialised, austerity followed. And then Brexit compounded the damage.' But does anyone else think that Andy Burnham's political diagnosis is a bit outdated - He's talking about things that are literally nearly half a century ago.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Back To School For Burnham

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 100:49


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    Stalkers & Abusers Set For Early Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 72:10


    This morning the discussion with Jermey Kyle started as thousands of dangerous criminals will be lined up for early release, it's revealed today. Stalkers, domestic abusers on 'indefinite' sentences - all up to walk the streets again because politicians apparently can't figure out how to manage prison capacity! Andy Burnham and the government taking heat left, right, and center for ignoring the risk to the public!Even Prison governors are now saying that prisoners being freed early are walking right back into jail at a rapid rate! It's a revolving door! They get out, commit another crime, and walk right back in.Now, there is one bit of common sense today: after an absolute outcry from the public, a massive U-turn! Two of the killers of hero PC Andrew Harper will NOT be freed under the early release scheme. But why did it take a public uproar for ministers to realise that releasing violent cop killers early was an insult to his memory?! The Conservative party is reshuffling the deckchairs again! Tom Tugendhat steps in to replace Priti Patel as Shadow Foreign Secretary. Meanwhile James Cleverly has thrown down the gauntlet to become London Mayor! He says if he wins London, he's ending Sadiq Khan's 'war on motorists' once and for all! LTNs, ULEZ, endless roadworks. Is this music to your ears? And finally... Day One of the Notting Hill Carnival also known as family day and guess what? 169 arrests! Drugs, dangerous weapons, sexual offenses... every single year we hear the same promises about safety, and every year the police are left trying to clean up the chaos.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    No English, No Vote?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 61:15


    Ian Collins unpacks the latest as hundreds of police officers from across Britain have been sent to Middlesbrough amid fears of escalating gang violence. A series of suspected gang-related incidents has taken place since Saturday, when a wrong-way crash on the A66 killed two police officers and five young men. Meanwhile Reform UK has pledged to prevent people from voting if their English is not good enough to understand the electoral rules. Officials in polling stations would be told to deny someone a ballot paper if they were concerned about “their ability to understand the voting process or language”. Do you agree with Reform? Kemi Badenoch has vowed to deport every illegal immigrant, stating that Britain is “our home, not a hotel”. Writing in The Sun, the Tory leader repeated her pledge to leave the ECHR and accused Labour of putting people with “fundamentally different cultures and beliefs on our doorsteps”.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Migrant Housing Fury

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 91:33


    Jeremy Kyle unpacks Harry and Meghan touch down on a private jet with Archie and Lilibet, ready for the kids to start at a UK school next week. But the row over who pays for their armed police protection is exploding all over again. Should you foot the bill for the runaway royals?Migrant outrage as human rights chiefs spark a furious backlash after telling hard-up Brits to hand over even more taxpayers' cash to migrants and asylum seekers—just as top Minister Pat McFadden finally admits our broken benefits system is totally flawed!Housing fury! Housing Secretary Angela Rayner says it is just false that foreign nationals are taking up social housing. I don't know about you, but adding millions of foreign nationals to the population while claiming it doesn't affect housing is just ‘insulting' isn't it? Or am I wrong? She has also attacked Reform UK for wanting to prioritise British-born working families, veterans and married couples with children for social housing.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Migrant Crimes Cover-Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 110:53


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as yesterday Isabel Oakeshott revealed her TALK World Exclusive as Christian Drogan became the first British undercover reporter to cross the English Channel in a migrant dinghy - exposing what he says was French police picking up people smugglers from dinghies at sea and transporting them back to French shores, essentially allowing them to repeat the smuggling operation. if you haven't seen it then ‘Invading Britain, The Undercover Migrant Returns…' documentary is available on TALK's YouTube Channel. And today we hear that the families of victims of murders and sex assaults by migrants have told ministers that an attempt to “cover-up” the extent of crimes committed by foreigners must be ended. The Government is trying to prevent the publication of data revealing the full scale of foreign offending in England and Wales from 2018 to 2024. Eleven families of victims of crimes carried out by migrants have written to Alex Norris, the Justice Secretary, urging him to drop plans to use the courts to block the data's release.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Invading Britain, The Undercover Migrant Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 118:12


    In a TALK World Exclusive - A British undercover reporter has become the very first journalist to cross the English Channel in a migrant dinghy - exposing the criminal people smugglers and chaos on the French beaches to enter the UK. Talk's International Editor Isabel Oakeshott worked with reporter Christian Drogan, of Watchman UK, to successfully cross the English Channel from France to Britain inside an illegal migrant dinghy. Working alongside Oakeshott, Drogan spent weeks embedded deep within human trafficking networks across the channel while living on the streets and in migrant camps, as a British criminal on the run.Invading Britain, The Undercover Migrant Returns…will air at 5pm on TODAY, exclusively on Talk. It will also be available on YouTube. The report features, never-before-seen footage, and raw audio from inside the migrant dinghy camps and on the water.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Police Given Multiple Gender Identity Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 58:53


    Jeremy Kyle unpacks Britain's immigration system faces scrutiny after detention and transport costs exceeded £500,000 daily, prompting fierce accusations of waste. Meanwhile, HMRC's £610,000 home-heating payments to remote staff sparked anger as household energy bills are forecast to rise. And the Greens face cross-party condemnation over draft proposals to remove police Tasers, scrap Prevent and ultimately close prisons.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Farage wins Clacton

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 75:33


    Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has done is not once, but twice in Clacton-on-Sea winning back his seat in the Commons as an MP. Some say it was an attempt to get out of the Parliamentary scrutiny he was facing about that £5m donation, some say it has strengthened his position as 'anti-establishment'. Talk presenter Ian Collins speaks to Talk reporter Samara Gill, live from Clacton, about the mood of constituents post Reform victory. He also discussed Nigel's win with: Deputy leader of Reform Richard Tice, Former Conservative special advisor Charlie Rowley, MP and chairman of the Conservative Party Kevin Hollinrake, former Conservative minister Edwina Currie, and Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Fair share Andy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 86:05


    Prime Minster Andy Burnham is telling communities across the country that they need to take on their fair share of the burden of illegal migrants pouring into the UK. Many are outraged with some communities being asked to take on migrants in numbers three times the size of their population. What has this country come to? Has Burnham considered the added cost of housing people in more expensive areas of the country? Labour continued to disappoint on the migrant crisis. Talk's Ian Collins speaks to: Assistant comment editor at The Telegraph Poppy Coburn, former government advisor James Price, author and columnist at the Daily Mail Sarah Vine, independent peer Lord Hannan, Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshott, and news reporter at The Sun Thomas Godfrey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    When small boats become big boats

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 84:17


    What on earth do we do now? The dinghy has been swapped for the mega-dinghy, one so big that is overwhelmed The Sun's front page. Arriving at about 2.30am this morning it was carrying 230 migrants, reportedly the largest number to cross the Channel successfully on one vessel. Brits are asking at what point the government will wake up and smell the crisis. Discussing this major development with Talk's Ian Collins: Political commentator Benedict Spence, former Conservative Party leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith, justice advisor for Reform UK Vanessa Frake, Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin, former Metropolitan Police detective Peter Bleksley, and Labour MP Sam Rushworth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham on tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 60:56


    Prime Minister Andy Burnham is gearing up for his listening mode tour, gleaning from people all over the UK the issues that are most important to them. Some argue this is just more public relations work, allowing him to ride what is left of his political capital ahead of a budget that could be more punishing than the last. Talk's Ian Collins discusses the possible outcomes of this Burnham charm offensive, across the country, with: Chairman of the Great British PAC Ben Habib, Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshott, ambassador and former NATO senior civilian representative of Afghanistan, Stefano Pontecorvo, former political editor at The Sun Trevor Kavanagh, and creative social news editor Ricky Freelove. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Walter Mitty's

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 70:49


    Ian Collins unpacks the latest as The Conservative Party pledges to bar foreign nationals from social housing, arguing evictions would prioritise British families amid soaring waiting lists. Police arrested protesters after homes believed to house asylum seekers were attacked during violent disorder in Thetford. Labour faced criticism over Education Secretary Lucy Powell's silence following plagiarism and CV fabrication allegations against Jason Arday.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    'Plagiarism' Prodessor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 91:07


    Ian Collins reacts as Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigned amid investigations into alleged plagiarism and disputed credentials, blaming relentless scrutiny and personal attacks. Former neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine withdrew as a Tory council candidate, despite Kemi Badenoch defending his claimed rehabilitation. Meanwhile, watchdogs dropped misconduct proceedings against Sergeant Martyn Blake, the officer acquitted of murdering Chris Kaba.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Single-sex spaces

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 77:09


    Which toilet do I use? Businesses and organisations are having to fall in line with the Supreme Court's ruling that sex is based on biology, changing their bogs back to single-sex spaces. Trans activists are not happy about it, and apparently it is costing businesses a hell of a lot of money. Talk's Ian Collins discusses this hotly contested issue, and others, with: Former Conservative special advisor Charlie Rowley, former Conservative MP Nigel Evans, Reform MP and chairman Lee Anderson, Mail on Sunday columnist Dan Hodges, chair of Thames Valley Police Aileen O'Connor, and Reform UK mayoral candidate, in London, Laila Cunningham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham goes on holiday

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 70:36


    Days into his premiership, the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has gone on holiday with his family. Can you imagine starting a new job and going on holiday so soon? People are not happy about it, with some suggesting, knowing he was going on holiday, Burnham sought to hand out policy sweeties, like energy bill savings. The country is still putting out fires, surely the prime minister should be here firefighting? Discussing this with Talk's Ian Collins: Sun columnist David Wooding, former Metropolitan Police detective Peter Bleksley, former Conservative Party leader Iain Duncan Smith, Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin, deputy chairman of the Conservative Party Matt Vickers, and Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Should Nigel Farage work with Rupert Lowe again?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 82:48


    Will the Right finally unite? Restore's Rupert Lowe has extended an 'olive branch' to Reform UK's Nigel Farage, suggesting a pact with red lines that political pundits say are unworkable. Does Rupert Lowe really mean what he is proposing, or is it simply more politicking and the beginnings of an attempted coup? All will be revealed in time. The timing of the proposal has sparked interest, with Nigel arguably still being politically wounded from deep dives into who some of his Party donors are. Discussing all this is Talk's Ian Collins, in for Jeremy Kyle, joined by: Reform UK's shadow home secretary Zia Yusuf, chair of Great British PAC Ben Habib, Conservative shadow home secretary Chris Philp, former political editor of The Sun Trevor Kavanagh, Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshotte, and political strategist Peter Barnes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49,000 Migrants Have Invaded Spanish Enclave

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 81:22


    Jeremy Kyle examines Spain's deployment of troops after 49,000 migrants reportedly entered Ceuta, igniting a fierce European row over Schengen security. Meanwhile, 752 people crossed the Channel in nine boats, prompting Reform and Conservative demands to freeze payments to France. Four deaths, including three women, intensified criticism of French enforcement and Prime Minister Andy Burnham's small-boats strategy.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    TALK Exclusive - French Beach Authorities Aide Small Boat Crossings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 104:54


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as French police admitted orders of limited intervention as hundreds crossed the Channel, intensifying scrutiny of Andy Burnham's migration strategy. Meanwhile, record mega-dinghies carrying up to 165 people highlighted traffickers' profits, evolving tactics and mounting risks to life. Donald Trump warned Burnham migration was “killing” Britain, while urging expanded North Sea drilling and condemning wind power.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How Is Burnham Going To Pay For It All?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 113:05


    Jeremy Kyle examines the latest as Green leader Zack Polanski refuses to apologise after inadvertently sharing a guillotine image targeting Nigel Farage, prompting police inquiries.Meanwhile Prime Minister Andy Burnham insists Labour's small-boats strategy is working, despite nearly 900 Channel crossings during his first week. Families losing benefits when disabled teenagers begin apprenticeships could receive £4,500 bursaries, as ministers confront Britain's youth unemployment crisis.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Reform Reports Polanski To Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 93:50


    Jeremy Kyle examines the latest as Reform UK have reported Zack Polanski to police after he shared, then removed, an image featuring a threatening anti-Farage T-shirt. Meanwhile, Labour overtook Reform in polling, suggesting an early ‘Burnham bounce', although the Prime Minister ruled out an early election. And Burnham faced opposition warnings over a possible inheritance levy to fund comprehensive social-care reform costing billions annually.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Sick Youth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 72:29


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as Burnham plans conditional youth sickness benefits, linking payments to training or volunteering while seeking welfare savings for defence and care. Meanwhile, nearly 75,000 teenage jobs have disappeared under Labour, as rising employment costs squeeze traditional Saturday shifts. Electoral reform also enters the agenda, with compulsory voting, ten-pound fines and a ‘none of the above' option proposed.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Works From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 70:02


    Mark Dolan examines Andy Burnham's first day at No 10 North, promising devolution, regional investment and closer collaboration beyond Westminster. Meanwhile, Burnham has paused controversial early prisoner releases pending review, despite warnings that overcrowded jails face chaos. And Angela Rayner rejects demands to repay her £16,876 ministerial severance after returning to Cabinet as Housing Secretary.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Early Prisoner Release

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 102:43


    ​Jeremy Kyle unpacks Andy Burnham pause into prison release planning amid outrage from PC Andrew Harper's widow, promising a review while overcrowding pressures persist. His £2 bus fare cap faces funding scrutiny, with climate grants redirected and economists warning taxes may rise. Meanwhile, Gary Lineker joined 120 wealthy Britons urging Burnham to tax extreme wealth and strengthen public services.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Hosepipes and Buses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 62:36


    Thames Water has rolled out yet another hosepipe ban at a time when reserves at supposedly full of water waiting to be treated. Is it time to reverse privatisation? Prime minister Andy Burnham's bus fare cap is ruffling feathers, with some saying it is a mere sweetener with relatively little impact on the lives of many living and working in the UK. How long will the drip-feed of policies go on? Didn't Burnham devise a plan whilst plotting to get the top job? Jeremy Kyle talks about these pressing issues with: Political commentator, Charlie Rowley, shadow chancellor, Mel Stride, former deputy speaker of the House of Commons, Nigel Evans, Conservative peer, Lord Kempsell, Talk's international editor, Isabel Oakeshott, and retired Scotland Yard detective chief inspector, Mike Neville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Burnham Bounce?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 97:49


    Just how much goodwill will the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, be able to keep, and for how long? Some argue that if he wants to deviate from the Labour manifesto, a general election is a must, although it may not produce the strong majority enjoyed by his predecessor. Removing VAT from energy bills seems like a good idea in theory, but how much will it really benefit bill payers? The roles in the political theatre that is the Cabinet have been published, with some surprises. Jeremy Kyle is joined today to discuss the new face of British politics by: Political commentator, Benedict Spence, Labour MP, Sam Rushworth, chief political writer at Spiked Online, Brendan O'Neill, shadow secretary of state for defence, James Cartlidge, Reform UK MP and chairman, Lee Anderson, and political editor at The Sun, Jack Elsom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Becomes King of The Castle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 72:36


    The day has finally come after much anticipation...Andy Burnham has become the prime minister today. There are still serious concerns about him, with no one really sure what this changing of the guard will mean in real terms. What will the direction of policy be? Who will be the top picks for the converted Cabinet jobs? Whose nose will be out of joint after being booted out? So many questions and still very few answers. Join Jeremy Kyle and his star guest line-up as they discuss the potential outcomes of Burnham's coronation as King of the North, South, East and West. Today's guests include: Assistant comment editor at the Telegraph, Poppy Coburn, former Conservative government minister, Steve Baker, Reform UK MP, Sarah Pochin; Independent MP for Hull East, Karl Turner, and Talk's very own presenter Peter Cardwell, and reporter Samara Gill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Becomes Labour Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 70:03


    Andy Burnham is hurtling towards Number 10 on Monday, and there are serious concerns that the country doesn't know what it is getting itself into with him steering the ship. Cabinet predictions are coming in thick and fast, with concerns that Ed Miliband will become the chancellor as the worst-case scenario, and the foreign secretary in the best case. There are also talks of Shabana Mahmood taking on the purse strings, despite critics saying she doesn't have the CV for it. Jeremy also talks Royals and the tragedy that was the World Cup England v Argentina game. The guest lineup for today includes: Formal special advisor to the Conservatives, Charlie Rowley, independent MP for Hull East, Karl Turner, Talk's International editor, Isabel Oakeshott, political commentator, Benedict Spence, TalkSPORT reporter, Max Scott, and royal biographer, Angela Levin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Parting Gifts for Stamer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 85:33


    Starmer has said his formal goodbyes and is somewhere in Ukraine trying to remind the world and future employers that he has international reach and influence. Meanwhile, Andy Burnham prepares to take over the top job as prime minister on Monday. It seems he is doing this by stealth, with MPs not being able to take a good look at him in the Commons before the Summer recess. Jeremy also discusses Ann Widdecombe's murder and the crushing defeat England faced against Argentina last night. Joining Jeremy Kyle to discuss all this: Assistant comment editor at the Telegraph, Poppy Coburn, former government special advisor, James Price, Reform UK MP, Sarah Pochin, Reform UK's mayoral candidate for London, Laila Cunningham, co-founder of Survivors Against Terror, Brendan Cox, and TalkSPORT reported Max Scott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Farage Fears Murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 60:38


    Nigel Farage joins Jeremy Kyle to explain the fear he feels after the death of Ann Widdecombe. Farage says there is an establishment plot and years of demonising him have now resulted in a high profile political murder. Dan Hodges joins Jeremy as he doubles down saying Reform UK are using the death of Ann Widdecombe to distract from the £5 million donation to Nigel Farage. Isabel Oakeshott joins Jeremy to attack Dan Hodges and discuss the threats faced by her partner, Richard Tice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Terror Cops Investigate Widdecombe Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 100:26


    ​Jeremy Kyle reacts as counterterrorism police now lead the Widdecombe killing inquiry after evidence indicated a possible ideological and political motive. Devon and Cornwall Police faces criticism for initially ruling out terrorism before rearresting a 28-year-old suspect under terror laws. Home Secretary Mahmood offered Farage Royal and VIP Executive Committee talks and reviewed former-MP guidance; he accepted despite retaining Reform-funded security.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Left Wing Hatred On Ann Widdecombe's Death

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 75:13


    Jeremy Kyle unpacts the CCTV footage reportedly showing Ann Widdecombe murder suspect leaving Rotherham with a wooden object before driving towards Devon. Police reject political-motive claims, urging restraint after Farage's intervention while a 28-year-old remains in custody. Meanwhile, Conservatives demand Parliament delay its summer recess to scrutinise prime-minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham's policies and ministerial choices.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    An Establishment Hit Job?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 66:34


    Nigel Farage joins Ian Collins to defend the multiple accusations of sleaze floating around him and Reform UK. Matt Vickers MP from the Conservative Party wages war on Farage and Burnham whilst Edwina Currie discusses the controversial legacy of the late Ann Widdecombe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Binface Farce?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 79:07


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as Count Binface heads to Clacton, leaving Nigel Farage facing a surreal by-election after major parties decline participation. Meanwhile, Labour's leadership contest appears settled, with Al Carns backing Andy Burnham after ruling out his own bid.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Farage's Resignation Gamble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 112:57


    Mark Dolan unpacks Farage's Clacton by-election gamble faltered after Labour, the Conservatives and others refused to contest what they called a stunt. He denies wrongdoing over undeclared donations, including £5 million from Christopher Harborne and alleged support from George Cottrell. Meanwhile, Reform's Deputy Leader Richard Tice accused the National Crime Agency of leaking confidential bank records to smear the party.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Farage Donation Fumble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 84:09


    Nigel Farage is claiming a mainstream media hit job over his £5m donation and benefits provided by 'Posh George' Cottrell. The Conservative Party Deputy Chairman Matt Vickers MP says Nigel Farage should just do a sit down interview if he's done nothing wrong. Independent MP Karl Turner says the establishment should focus on good policy to beat Farage whilst Lord Daniel Hannan says Farage must ride this storm and could get an even bigger majority if a recall petition forces him to re-stand in his seat. Plus Kinsey Schofield is live in the studio to discuss Prince Harry's major screw up over whether or not he's staying in Buckingham Palace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Farage Fights Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 65:20


    Farage continues to fight for his political life, with many saying the fight will not deter his supporters; voters wanting a leader they feel will turn the country around. Discussing Farage's next steps and his much-needed future-proof battle plan, assistant comment editor at The Telegraph, Poppy Coburn, chief political writer at Spiked Online, Bendon O'Neill, former Conservative government minister, Steve Baker, and Talk's international editor Isabel Oakeshott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Deportation and Donations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 57:53


    Nigel Farage has been facing heat from the public and commentators about a £5m gift from a billionaire Reform UK donor. He says how he spends the money is not the public's business. Discussing this and the papers of the day are political commentator Benedict Spence and former government special advisor James Price. The release of the Rochdale grooming gang ringleader continues to outrage people, prompting discussion on how to secure Shabir Ahmed's deportation. Head of abuse law at Slater & Gordon, Richard Scorer, Talk's international editor, Isabel Oakeshott, and broadcaster and historian, Rafe Heydel-Mankoo, talk us through it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rochdale Rape Gang Leader Freed TODAY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 87:33


    The grooming gang scandal has taken an outrageous turn today with news that the Rochdale grooming gang leader, Shabir Ahmed, has been released from prison. To make matters worse, there is currently no way to deport him to Pakistan. The government is now scrambling fiercely to find a way to make it happen, and joining us to discuss this are Former Detective Constable Maggie Oliver, Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin, and Talk Reporter Samara Gill. We also have a rundown of the day's papers with Assistant Comment Editor at The Telegraph, Poppy Coburn, and the latest on Burnham and Labour with author and Daily Mail Columnist Sarah Vine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Starmer Sabotages Burnham's In Tray

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 75:24


    Sir Iain Duncan Smith and former House of Commons Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans join Jeremy Kyle to discuss Starmer leaving a fat £5bn black hole in the defence budget for Burnham to deal with. Former Head of the National Counter Terrorism Security Office Chris Phillips discusses why Rochdale grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed can't be deported and Labour Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith joins Jeremy to discuss what Andy Burnham has to offer the country if he becomes Prime Minister. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Wants To Work From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 87:36


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as Andy Burnham has unveiled a plan for a “No 10 North” in Manchester, promising a devolved, rewired Britain centred on housing, transport and regional power. Critics questioned the cost, detail and fairness, as reports said Burnham may govern partly from Wigan rather than Downing Street. Meanwhile, Starmer's final defence plan promised drones and new kit, but opponents said spending still lags behind Nato allies.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham's 10 Year Mission

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 79:32


    Jeremy Kyle unpacks Andy Burnham's pitch of a decade-long premiership built on devolution, “No 10 North”, public utilities control, housing and regional reindustrialisation. Critics warn his programme lacks detail, risks middle-class tax raids, higher borrowing, and dodges urgent defence and mandate questions. Meanwhile, The Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans paid public adjudicators for asylum appeals, aiming to speed deportations and curb repeated legal challenges.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Heatwave Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 80:06


    As the UK continues to battle the extreme heat, Jeremy Kyle is joined by a stellar line-up of political pundits to discuss the possibility of Andy Burnham becoming the next prime minister, how the battle for No.10 will unfold, and the latest on the Royal Family. Today's guests include: Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party Matt Vickers, Former Conservative Party Leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith, Chief Political Writer at Spiked, Former Senior Special Advisor Charlie Rowley, and Talk's very own International Editor Isable Oakeshott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Donald's Dig At Burnham

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 95:48


    This morning the discussion with Jeremy Kyle started as President Trump has dismissed Andy Burnham as “extremely liberal”, signalling renewed strain in US-UK relations amid Nato tensions and energy disputes. Back home, new SNP MP Lara Bird faced scrutiny after videos appeared to show her shifting between English and Scottish accents.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Bridges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 68:31


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as Sir Keir Starmer is set to be holding transition talks with Andy Burnham, as Labour prepares for a possible mid-July change in Downing Street. Burnham faces mounting pressure over Treasury choices, with business figures and unions warning against appointing Ed Miliband Chancellor. Lucy Powell is tipped for Deputy Prime Minister, as Burnham considers reshaping top posts and boosting female representation.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Who Is Andy Burnham?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 81:11


    ​Jeremy Kyle reacts as Sir Keir Starmer's tearful resignation has left Labour scrambling, with Andy Burnham poised for a rapid, contested march towards Downing Street. Opponents demand a general election, while Labour MPs weigh Darren Jones or Al Carns bids to prevent a Burnham coronation. With markets, defence plans and Brexit talks uncertain, Britain faces another leadership upheaval and mounting questions over democratic mandate.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Starmer RESIGNS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 77:04


    Mark Dolan reacts as Sir Keir Starmer resigns after 23 turbulent months, triggering a Labour leadership contest with Andy Burnham the clear frontrunner. He will remain in Downing Street until September, promising an orderly handover as rivals demand scrutiny and direction. Opposition parties called for a general election, while Labour figures urged renewed ambition, unity and progressive domestic leadership.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Burnham Wins Makerfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 78:50


    Mark Dolan reacts after Andy Burnham's landslide victory in Makerfield intensified Labour's leadership turmoil, as Sir Keir Starmer vowed to fight on. At his rally, Burnham called for reindustrialisation, lower bills, immigration reform, and an economy that works for neglected northern communities. Pressure is now mounting for an orderly transition, while Labour divisions deepen and the Conservatives celebrate a Scottish by-election breakthrough. Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Raising The Flag

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 67:35


    Jeremy Kyle unpacks the latest as Oxfordshire's bid to ban roadside Union and St George's flags has reignited arguments over patriotism, safety and council priorities. The High Court challenge comes during England's World Cup campaign, prompting Conservatives and Reform to accuse Liberal Democrats of overreach. Meanwhile, revelations that pro-migration campaigners coached refugees for Question Time have intensified scrutiny of BBC impartiality on immigration.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shots Fired

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 92:09


    Jeremy Kyle reacts as a Russian warship fires warning shots near a British yacht in the Channel, fuelling security concerns as UK-Russia tensions deepen. Record PIP claims, including for anxiety and minor conditions, fuelled fresh arguments over welfare reform and spending. Meanwhile, 710 small-boat arrivals prompted Conservative pledges to curb asylum appeals and wrest control from immigration judges.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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