The Two-Minute Briefing

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley analyse the Prime Minister's first PMQs since taking office, and how Andy Burnham performed addressing the house and going up against the leader of the opposition Kemi Badenoch in their first dispatch box tussle.Camilla and Tim also discuss the bookies' odds for Labour and the Greens in the forthcoming Holborn & St Pancras by-election following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as an MP, as well as the latest voting intention polling that shows how it's all to play for amongst the major political parties.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Chris JanuaryProducer: David LeveneSenior Producer: Emma WilliamsSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights;Andy Burnham undertakes his first PMQs as Prime MinisterCamilla and Tim discuss Burnham's performance at the dispatch box as he takes on Kemi Badenoch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley react to a busy day in Westminster as Andy Burnham faced the Commons for the first time as Prime Minister, while Sir Keir Starmer triggered a high-profile by-election by resigning as an MP. Plus, what next for Sir Keir, and could the upcoming battle for Holborn and St Pancras give Zack Polanski, the leader of the Greens, the opportunity to win a seat as a London MP?We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Chris JanuaryProducer: David LeveneSenior Producer: Emma WilliamsSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Former PM Sir Keir Starmer resigns as an MP, triggering a by-election in Holborn & St PancrasAndy Burnham addresses Parliament for the first time as Prime Minister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of The Royal T, Camilla Tominey and Hannah Furness reflect on the 29th anniversary of the death of Diana, the Princess of Wales and talk about how her legacy continues to shape the Royal family.With Earl Spencer's memoir about his sister on the horizon, they discuss whether its publication will deepen the rift between the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, or force an uneasy truce. Will the public see a united front from the two Princes, or two entirely separate tributes?Plus, Camilla and Hannah discuss how the two brothers remember their mother differently, from Prince William's desire to let her rest following the Panorama report, to Prince Harry's campaign to highlight her media struggles.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Earl Spencer is publishing a book about his sisterThe fight for Diana's legacyCould the anniversary lead to a reconciliation between Princes William and Harry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Camilla Tominey sits down with Layla Moran, the Liberal Democrat MP, for a special Sunday Showdown edition of The Daily T podcast.In a lively discussion, Camilla challenges Layla on her party's plan to re-enter the single market and reinstate free movement, and questions her way of tackling small boat crossings.Plus, Layla reveals a potential pact to prevent Nigel Farage becoming prime minister – and whether she would entertain another coalition with the Tories.► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Kevin SmithExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Would closer ties to the EU be the solution to the migration problem?Layla discusses the Lib Dem plans should there be no majority at the next election.Camilla and Camilla discuss welfare reform Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Weekend T, Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon tackle the week's biggest news stories, balancing royal commentary, pop culture tributes, and a bizarre internet trend.They discuss the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's return to the UK, dissecting new polling that shows 71 per cent of the British public opposes paying for their security, while questioning whether taxpayer-funded protection is appropriate for non-working royals.Poppy and Michael pay tribute to the late country music legend Dolly Parton, celebrating her universal appeal, sharp wit, and quiet philanthropy, as well as the rare cross-party consensus prompted by her passing.Plus the duo reacts to reports of a gender-fluid UK police officer receiving multiple warrant cards, comic mishaps from China's Humanoid Robot Olympics, and the viral Gen Z “pheromone maxing” trend of ditching shower routines.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Kevin SmithExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Pheromone maxing- what is it and why would you do it?Tributes to the late Dolly Parton and her incredible philanthropyThe Robot Olympics in China Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Friday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey is joined by Tony Diver, The Telegraph's Political Editor, and James Johnson, the pollster, to debate the growing speculation that Andy Burnham could call an early general election.Mr Johnson suggests that the Prime Minister holds a mathematical advantage over a fractured Right, predicting that Lib Dem and Green voters would rally behind Labour to block Nigel Farage from entering Number 10.Camilla and Tony examine Mr Burnham's lack of a personal manifesto mandate, noting how 2024 tax promises severely limit his spending power unless he calls a new election, and they discuss how an early vote would catch a divided Conservative Party and Reform UK off guard as they struggle with candidate vetting and internal rivalries.► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Kevin SmithExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights: Why an election soon would be beneficial to Andy Burnham.The Right won't rally behind one candidate the way the Left has previously.Which parties would be best prepared for an election? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey, Rachel Johnson, and Hannah Furness cover the Sussexes' return to Britain and discuss whether sightings of Jay-Z and Beyoncé in Oxfordshire, as well as moving to rural Cotswolds, will give the Sussexes access to the ideal community.Our team also discusses the logistical and financial questions surrounding taxpayer-funded protection for non-working royals, and how the Cotswolds elite might temper any public criticism of the Royal family.Plus, is Gen Z judged too harshly when it comes to unemployment? In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Rachel Johnson are joined by Sherelle Jacobs, a columnist at The Telegraph. She discusses her experiment applying for entry-level retail roles, exposing how AI algorithms and bureaucratic hurdles lock Gen Z applicants out of the workforce.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Kevin SmithExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Celeb A list couple spotted in the Cotswolds.Harry's security latest.Are Gen Z given too hard a time over joblessness? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Wednesday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Rachel Johnson discuss the optics of Andy Burnham while out of the country, the backlash against a Labour MP following a fatal crash in Middlesbrough, and the legacy of Dolly Parton.Camilla and Rachel question Andy Burnham's statecraft after footage emerged of him playing a guitar during a visit to Ukraine, alongside reports of pushing to increase foreign aid spending despite domestic financial pressures. Plus, is the outrage to Labour MP Anna Turley's social media post justified? She paid tribute to all seven individuals killed in a high-speed collision that claimed the lives of two police officers alongside five joyriders with extensive criminal records.And Camilla and Rachel pay homage to the late country music icon Dolly Parton, highlighting her literary charity work, global appeal and quiet philanthropy.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Andy Burnham is critised for his guitar playing in Ukraine.Is the outrage to Labour MP Anna Turley's social media post justified?Tributes to the late Dolly Parton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Tuesday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey speaks with investigative journalist Isabel Oakeshott and undercover reporter Christian Drogan following their year-long operation to infiltrate people-smuggling networks in northern France.Christian describes his seven-hour journey across the English Channel alongside 35 migrants, revealing how armed gangs operated with near impunity in French camps and migrants discarded their phones at sea to avoid detection.Isabel details the security risks and planning required to get a British reporter on to a migrant dinghy, and describes the Channel crossings as a “national security emergency” that is not represented accurately by official figures.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Isabel explains why the migrant crisis is a 'National security emergency'Christian recounts his story and the harrowing tale of crossing the Channel on a dinghyThe French Police are accused of helping the smugglers back to shore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey is joined by Rachel Johnson and royal commentator Angela Levin to unpack the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's return to Britain.They discuss whether financial pressure, security concerns or whether a sudden “rush of blood to the head” is driving the Sussexes' move back across the Atlantic, and whether the deep rift between the Prince of Wales and his brother can ever truly heal.Plus, Angela explains how Prince Harry's demeanour has shifted since his marriage, and how he has changed since she spent 15 months interviewing him.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Subscribe to our new Daily T YouTube channel: youtube.com/@dailytpodcast► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Could this lead to a reconciliation between Harry and William?What is motivating the move ?How Harry has changed since Angela interviewed him Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Sunday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley are joined in the studio by Claire Coutinho, the shadow energy secretary, to tackle the fierce political and ideological debate surrounding climate change and energy policy.Following the backlash over a controversial column by Tim Stanley about Right-wing attitudes on climate change, the trio examine whether current net zero legislation is actively harming the UK economy. Coutinho outlines the Conservatives' vision with a new detailed energy plan prioritising cheaper power and consumer choice over arbitrary targets.Plus: is the Prime Minister a coward for not making a decision over North Sea oil drilling?We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Tim and Camilla clash over how to approach climate changeClaire Coutinho outlines the Conservatives' new detailed energy plans.Coutinho says that Andy Burnham is cowardly for his approach to North Sea Oil drilling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Telegraph writers Michael Deacon and Poppy Coburn take a look at the biggest and most bonkers stories of the week.Michael and Poppy discuss the return of Meghan and Harry, where they will live and what Harry will do for a job. Plus Home Office guidance for asylum seekers, park benches for rough sleepers, climate change and English wine, Ricky Gervais getting married for tax reasons, and a man calling the police after accidentally buying alcohol-free gin.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and Juliet BaconVideo Producer: Jim SpencerSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Meghan and Harry returnNew Home Office guidance for asylum seekers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special Friday episode of The Daily T, Camilla and Royal Editor Hannah Furness discuss the latest in the fallout from The Telegraph's revelation of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's planned move back to the UK. The pair discuss news of Prince Harry's intention not to speak publicly about private family matters in a bid to regain the King's trust, and reports that Meghan has been offered an acting role in the UK. Hannah also speaks to the royal author and historian Andrew Lownie about the Sussexes' shock decision to return to Britain.He believes the “brass neck” move marks a “new beginning”, and warns that it could cause a strain on the marriage.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma WilliamsSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Camilla and Hannah discuss news Prince Harry will avoid speaking on private family matters in public to help regain the King's trustRoyal author and historian Andrew Lownie discusses the impact of Harry and Meghan's move back to Britain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Thursday's episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn discuss the global reaction to The Telegraph's exclusive story on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's planned move to the UK with Hannah Furness, the Royal Editor. Amid speculation behind the couple's motive, they discuss what their imminent arrival will mean for the logistics of their private security, their status within the Royal family and the chances of reconciliation with the Prince and Princess of Wales.Tim and Poppy also speak to Dai Davies, the former head of the Royal Protection Command, who says it “beggars belief” that the Duke and Duchess are returning to the UK, in light of their recent battle with the Home Office for taxpayer-funded security while in the country.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma WilliamsSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: James EnglandExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Tim, Poppy and Hannah Furness discuss the motivations behind Harry & Meghan's move back to the UKFormer royal protection officer Dai Davies reacts to Harry & Meghan's move back to the UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Wednesday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley sit down with The Telegraph's Deputy Royal Editor Victoria Ward to unpack her exclusive story on The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's move back to the UK.Victoria explains why Harry and Meghan, along with their children Archie and Lilibet, will be making the move to Britain, where else they are expected to be splitting their time, and where the Sussexes will live.The trio also discuss what this means for the wider Royal Family, including King Charles and the Prince of Wales. They also discuss the implications the move will have for the Sussexes' security needs and whether we will see Harry and Meghan return to the fold as working royals in the future.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: James EnglandExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Harry and Meghan are planning to move back to the UK later this monthWill Harry and William have a better chance of reconciling if the Sussexes move back? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stay tuned for today's episode of The Daily T — publishing later tonight at 10pm — with all the details on The Telegraph exclusive. Join us back here at 10pm for the full story.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Tuesday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Tim Montgomerie, a high-profile Reform UK supporter, who says he will appeal against the party's decision to suspend him for criticising Nigel Farage and Zia Yusuf.The Conservative Home website founder tells Camilla and Tim that if “a political organisation can't take criticism, it can't advance”, as he warns of the internal rivalries and structural flaws that he believes could prevent Reform from achieving a majority in a general election.Mr Montgomerie also claims that Mr Farage, the party leader, was not aware of his suspension, and that he believes his criticism of Mr Yusuf is what led to the party's decision to suspend him. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneSocial Producer: Nada AggourVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Camilla and Tim speak to Tim Montgomerie, who says he will appeal his suspension from the Reform partyTim Montgomerie reveals that Nigel Farage says he was not aware of his suspension and believes his criticism of Mr Yusuf led to the party's decision to suspend him Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Monday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley reflect on the media fallout and institutional hypocrisy surrounding the death of Jason Arday, a former Cambridge professor.Tim discusses going to confession at the weekend to examine his conscience from covering the story and admitting to at times needing to remember that there is a human behind the story.Plus, they debate the media's right to scrutinise public claims, and question the extent of Cambridge University's responsibility for the way Mr Arday was used as a poster child – only to be abandoned.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Jim SpencerExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Camilla and Tim reflect on the tragic news of Professor Jason Arday's deathCamilla and Tim discuss the scrutiny of the media's coverage Jason Arday's academic and personal-life claims Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Entertainment journalist and author Alison Boshoff joins Camilla Tominey on The Daily T to break down the explosive family feud dividing Britain's most famous celebrity dynasty.Discussing her book, Brand Beckham: The Fame, The Feuds, The Fallout, Boshoff reveals what really happened behind the scenes of Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz's lavish wedding: from contract disputes and top-table tensions to the notorious moment involving celebrity guest Marc Anthony.Camilla and Alison explore the PR wars, the social media grievances, and whether reconciliation is ever on the cards for David, Victoria, and their eldest son.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Alison Boshoff shares the inside story of the Beckham family feud in her new book Brand BeckhamCamilla and Alison discuss whether there is any chance of reconciliation between Brooklyn and his parents David and Victoria Beckham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Telegraph writers Michael Deacon and Poppy Coburn take a look at the biggest and most bonkers stories of the week.Michael and Poppy discuss Andy Burnham's plans for asylum seekers and his crackdown on vaping shops. They also debate the story of a child who caused a flight to be cancelled after refusing to sit down and fasten their seatbelt. Plus, a review of the biggest event of the week – the solar eclipse.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David Levene and Juliet BaconVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Burnham: Middle-class areas must take more asylum seekersSolar eclipse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley react to Nigel Farage's victory in the Clacton by-election, where the Reform UK leader increased his majority while skipping the count, prompting a fresh row with Essex Police over security threats and alleged political stunts.Joined by The Telegraph's Political Editor, Tony Diver, they unpack the fallout from a bizarre election night in which novelty candidate Count Binface finished second. They discuss whether Farage's comprehensive win changes anything or merely tees up yet another by-election, as the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner restarts its investigation into his controversial £5m crypto donation.Plus, with rumours of a snap election swirling, is now the best time for Andy Burnham to call the country to the polls, or would it offer no benefit to the Prime Minister?We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Farage wins comfortably in ClactonBinface claims record vote shareWhy this victory isn't the end of Reform's problems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Thursday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley discuss how Andy Burnham's controversial plan to distribute asylum seekers to middle-class constituencies is causing problems for Labour MPs, including York Central's Rachael Maskell. She is opposed to housing asylum seekers at a local RAF base, despite her long-standing pro-refugee rhetoric.Plus, with voting under way in the Clacton by-election, Camilla and Tim have spoken to two candidates vying for votes in Essex – William Clouston of the Social Democratic Party, and the intergalactic politician Count Binface, candidate for Planet Sigma 9.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:The Left has an immigration hypocrisy problem.Count Binface tells Camilla what he would view as success.Was the eclipse a disappointment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Wednesday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Poppy Coburn react to Andy Burnham's demand that middle-class towns and villages across the UK take in their “fair share” of illegal migrants.They examine the severe strain mass arrivals place on small rural communities such as the Oxfordshire village of Piddington, where a population of just more than 350 residents could be asked to absorb more than 1,200 asylum seekers.Plus, after Rupert Lowe's announcement that the pact between Restore Britain and Reform UK is officially dead, Camilla and Poppy unpack the personal rift between Mr Lowe and Nigel Farage, while challenging the fringe rhetoric surrounding “white British” identity.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Burnham has called for the middle-class to do more - but would he host a migrants in Makerfield?The idea of a Reform UK / Restore pact Camilla and Poppy discuss who is to blame and why it all fell apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg discuss the internal feud that has erupted in the Reform UK party, as leader Nigel Farage has been forced to step in and reprimand his home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf following his social media row with the former Conservative defence secretary Ben Wallace.Camilla and Sir Rees-Mogg also discuss the deepening scandal at the University of Cambridge, as fresh allegations against another member of its faculty add to the mounting pressure on its vice chancellor to resign in the wake of the Jason Arday scandal.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Nigel Farage is forced to reprimand Zia Yusuf over his comments towards former defence secretary Ben WallaceUniversity of Cambridge scandal deepens in the wake of Jason Arday allegations as fresh claims made against another faculty member Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg speak to Joshua Bonehill-Paine, the convicted anti-Semite and former far-Right activist, in his first interview since withdrawing his Tory council candidacy following a backlash over his selection.Camilla challenges Bonehill-Paine on his rehabilitation and subsequent work in counter-extremism after being convicted in 2016 of the racially-aggravated harassment of Luciana Berger, the Labour peer. Sir Jacob offers him a direct opportunity to apologise to Baroness Berger, which he accepts, acknowledging that his past behaviour was “disgusting” and “truly awful”. He also defends his role advising the Conservatives on tackling anti-Semitism.Camilla and Sir Jacob also discuss Reform UK's pledge to deport all foreign nationals from British prisons to countries such as El Salvador to free up space.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: James EnglandSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Convicted anti-Semite Joshua Bonehill-Paine makes public apology to Baroness Luciana Berger after being convicted of racially-aggravated harassmentCamilla and Jacob discuss Reform UK's pledge to deport all foreign nationals from British prisons to countries such as El Salvador Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn are joined by Nigel Farage's biographer Michael Crick, who breaks down why the Reform UK leader's latest campaign is a “bogus stunt” and questions whether he has been corrupted by his ties to Donald Trump and American political fundraising culture.They discuss how Farage has dealt with political scandals and fallouts with former allies, and debate whether he is the ultimate ‘purging' politician to achieve a 30-year career in politics.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Tim and Poppy discuss Nigel Farage's Clacton by-election campaign with his biographer Michael CrickHow has Nigel Farage been influenced by Donald Trump and the American political fundraising culture? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the Weekend T Michael Deacon and Tim Stanley discuss Andy Burnham's holiday just two weeks into the job, the resignation of a Cambridge professor, and the claim that nursery rhymes are sexist. They also debate MPs' drinking culture, topless sunbathing in Spain, 20mph speed limits, and compassionate leave for bereaved pet owners.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and Juliet BaconVideo Producer: James EnglandSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Burnham goes on holiday two weeks into his new jobDo MPs drink too much? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Royal T, Hannah Furness and India McTaggart are joined by royal author Russell Myers to discuss the backlash against Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's holiday photo dump, examining how their decision to share private holiday photos from Portugal, Scotland, and Althorp contrasts with their ongoing security and privacy demands.The trio also look at how Prince William and Catherine keep their family holidays completely off-limits in Mustique, what really happens behind closed doors at Balmoral, and where Queen Camilla goes for a solo wellness reset.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma Williams and Georgia CoanVideo Producer: James EnglandSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Harry and Meghan face backlash over holiday social media photo dumpHannah & India are joined by Russell Myers to delve into the Royal Family's holiday traditions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Jacob Rees-Mogg dissect the downfall of Professor Jason Arday following his resignation from Cambridge University in the wake of plagiarism allegations and unverified CV claims. They speak to Professor Kehinde Andrews on the accusations Prof Arday faces and whether the intense scrutiny represents a racially-motivated smear campaign or a genuine concern for academic integrity.Tim and Jacob also discuss the wider state of Britain's political parties, following the fallout from the Conservative Party's controversial selection of former neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine as a local council candidate and The Telegraph's report on Wes Streeting accepting funds tied to disgraced crypto figure Sam Bankman-Fried. The pair ask: has over-regulation destroyed political judgment, or are today's politicians simply worse than their predecessors?We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: James EnglandSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Jacob Rees-Mogg reacts to the plagiarism scandal surrounding the University of Cambridge's former professor Jason ArdayProfessor Kehinde Andrews defends Jason Arday in the wake of his resignationTim and Jacob discuss Wes Streeting political donations being tied to disgraced crypto figure Sam Bankman-FriedJacob Rees-Mogg reacts to the scandal surrounding the ex Conservative local councillor candidate and former neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy `coburn discuss the saga surrounding Cambridge's youngest black professor, Jason Arday, in the wake of his resignation following allegations of extensive plagiarism.Tim and Poppy also speak with Baroness Sharron Davies, the former Olympic swimmer and member of the House of Lords, following the enforcement of updated EHRC guidance on single-sex spaces. Davies expresses only “tempered joy” at the move, arguing that clear legal guidance comes far too late after years of institutional cowardice and corporate foot-dragging. Blasting the ongoing burden placed on female campaigners, Davies calls out ministers for forcing women to self-exclude or launch expensive crowdfunded legal challenges just to secure basic dignity, safeguarding, and biological reality in public life.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Sharron Davies slams the delay in the guidance for providing single-sex public spacesTim and Poppy discuss the ongoing plagiarism saga surrounding Cambridge's youngest black professor, Dr Jason Arday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn react to the public outrage after prime minister Andy Burnham confirmed that while he has excluded criminals jailed for rape and child sex offences from early release policy, thousands of dangerous criminals will be freed under the government's policy to address overcrowding. This includes two of Pc Andrew Harper's killers, who will be eligible to be freed halfway through their sentences under these plans.Tim and Poppy speak to Aileen O'Connor, chair of the Thames Valley Police Federation, who says police officers have been left demoralised by the government's decision - and that the public will ultimately be left feeling less safe.Tim and Poppy also pay tribute the late journalist Rod Liddle, discuss the French government's reaction Reform UK's ‘Operation Fortress', as well as the pact talks between Reform UK's Nigel Farage and Restore Britain's Rupert Lowe.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Thames Valley Police Federation chair Aileen O'Connor reacts to prospective release of Pc Andrew Harper's killersTim and Poppy discuss the French government's reaction to Reform UK's Operation Fortress as a migrant mega-dinghy is rescued from the English Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn dissect Reform UK's “Operation Fortress”, as the party pledges to use the Royal Navy to reduce illegal migration through Channel crossings.Zia Yusuf, the party's home affairs spokesman, discusses the policy and addresses what Reform would do if France were to reject a returns agreement.Tim and Poppy also examine whether a reconciliation between Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe is possible, after the Restore Britain founder urged Reform UK to join forces to align the Right of UK politics.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Reform UK announce 'Operation Fortress' which will use the navy to rescue and return illegal migrants from the ChannelRupert Lowe urges Nigel Farage to work with Restore Britain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With wildfires raging across Europe on today's episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley is joined by Lord Frost, unaffiliated peer and senior fellow at the Institute of Economic Affairs, to unpack the deep political fractures surrounding climate change, rising temperatures, and the future of net zero.After intense backlash to his recent column advocating for a conservative embrace of the renewables revolution, Tim challenges the Right's reluctance to confront environmental realities – from severe UK droughts to the growing toll on rural farming communities.Tim and David explore the economic viability of wind and solar compared to nuclear power, the perils of ideological “catastrophism,” and whether the key to handling extreme weather lies in central planning or the wealth and innovation of a free-market economy.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and James KeeganVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Lord Frost argues that state-subsidized wind and solar are unreliable and economically damaging.Tim Stanley argues that conservatives must stop ignoring climate change's real-world impact on farmers and pragmatically support the green energy transition.Lord frost believes that nuclear power offers a far superior source of base-load energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Telegraph writers Poppy Coburn and Ed Cumming take a look back at the biggest and most bonkers stories of the week: from Prince Harry's mounting legal bills and FIFA's jaw-dropping corruption scandals, to travel hacks for Ryanair and corporate-sponsored national parks.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducer: Juliet BaconVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanHighlights:Prince Harry faces down an £18m legal bill after loss against Daily Mail publisherCan Giani Infantino survive his latest FIFA World Cup scandal?The Peak District National Park partners up with Skoda for a marketing campaign Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley head to the sunny climes of Clacton-on-Sea to join Nigel Farage on the campaign trail.On home turf, Mr Farage discusses everything from offshore wind turbines and seaside economies to the rising security threats facing politicians on the Right. He hits back at claims that he is purely a campaigner rather than a manager, weighs in on Count Binface, his opponent, and reveals his unique method for keeping Britain tidy.Elsewhere, Camilla and Tim take a spin on the pier rides and speak to Clacton's residents to gauge whether the “Farage factor” still holds strong. They also interview the John Stevens, from the Rejoin EU party, on what it is like going up against the Reform party leader.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Producer: Emma WilliamsVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsNigel Farage says he won't be cowed by threats to his life as he campaigns in the Clacton by-electionClacton voters and Rejoin EU by-election candidate John Stevens discuss Nigel Farage and the upcoming by-election Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn discuss the state of free speech in the UK following Allison Pearson's victory against Essex Police's crime commissioner and The Met Police confirming it will take no further action against Zack Polanski for sharing a post that appeared to threaten Nigel Farage. Is there a double-standard in the way different views are policed?Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn also speak to ex-ITV This Morning editor Martin Frizell about his wife Fiona Phillips' Alzheimer's diagnosis, and what he wants to see from Andy Burnham's social care reforms.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams, Georgia Coan and James KeeganVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsTim and Poppy discuss free speech following Allison Pearson's victory and the Met Police taking no further action against Zack PolanskiMartin Frizell on his wife Fiona Phillips' Alzheimer's condition and Andy Burnham's social care reforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn are joined by Associate Editor Gordon Rayner and Royal Editor Hannah Furness to discuss the latest in Prince Harry's legal costs.The Duke of Sussex and his co-claimants face a potential legal bill of more than £18m after their “speculative” High Court privacy claim against the Daily Mail's publisher was wholly dismissed.Tim and Poppy also react to Andy Burnham's speech addressing Britain's social care crisis, as he set out his ambition to create a national care service based on the NHS.But as The Telegraph revealed, a new income tax is being considered among the options to fund this plan, so is the new Prime Minister about to U-turn on a Labour manifesto pledge already?We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams, Georgia Coan and Tom SteedVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsPrince Harry among celebrities facing £18m legal bill after Mail defeatAndy Burnham announces plans to reform social care across England Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn discuss the row that has broken out between Nigel Farage and Zack Polanski, after the Reform UK leader reported the head of the Green Party to the police over a social media post that appeared to threaten Mr Farage.Tim also speaks with Kemi Badenoch, who believes that police time should not be wasted on investigating acts of free speech. Following her piece in The Telegraph, the Conservative Party leader tells The Daily T where the Labour Government is going wrong in tackling Britain's overcrowded prisons.Tim and Poppy also speak to David Shipley, a prison reform campaigner and former prisoner, who shares his insight on the flawed infrastructure plaguing the penal system.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and Georgia CoanVideo Producer: Will Walters Social Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsNigel Farage reports Zack Polanski to the police over a social media post that suggests a threat to the Reform leader's lifeKemi Badenoch discusses the flaws in the government's early prisoner release scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn dissect the early days of Andy Burnham's premiership. From his nervous media appearances and regional presentation style to his controversial split-week at “Number 10 North” in Manchester, they ask whether “Burnhamism” represents genuine reform or simply continuity Keir Starmer in a new outfit.In the second half of the show, Tim and Poppy look at the impending crackdown on youth sickness benefits as the PM seeks out the billions he intends to spend on social care and defence. They evaluate the proposed Dutch-inspired scheme to encourage “Neets” into work, and examine whether government policy or a broader culture of “arrested development” is truly to blame.≠We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Jim SpencerSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsIs Andy Burnham just a continuity Keir Starmer?Andy Burnham plots a crackdown on youth sickness benefits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley sit down with investigative author Christopher Morris to discuss his new book, Reasonable Doubt: Examining the Case of Lucy Letby.With questions continuing to mount regarding the integrity of the neonatal nurse's 2023 conviction, Morris presents a forensic re-examination of one of the most controversial cases in modern Britain. Challenging the medical and statistical evidence presented at trial, he details the systemic failures at the Countess of Chester Hospital. These include chronic understaffing and poor clinical oversight that he argues were overlooked in favour of a “killer nurse” narrative.The episode explores why independent experts are now calling for a dispassionate review, the risks of institutional “group think” and what this case reveals about the British legal system's ability to handle complex, expert-driven medical testimony.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlights:Why independent experts are now calling for a dispassionate review into Letby's convictionWhat are the risks of institutional ‘groupthink'?What this case reveals about the British legal system's ability to handle complex, expert-driven medical testimony. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Telegraph Opinion writers Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon take a look back at the biggest and most bonkers stories of the week.They discuss Andy Burnham's first week in office working from No 10 North, the return of Angela Rayner and Nigel Farage's heckler, who faced instant karma.Plus, why Gary Lineker wants to pay more tax and the idiot influencer who left a bath at the top of a mountain.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorStudio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Juliet Bacon and David LeveneVideo Producer: Kevin SmithSocial Media Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanHighlights:Andy Burnham works from No.10 North for the first time as PMNigel Farage heckler crashes car immediately after shouting abuse at Reform UK leaderGary Lineker wants his fellow millionaires to pay more tax Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey sits down with John Bolton, the former US national security adviser, to examine the state of the UK-US “special relationship” following Andy Burnham's sudden arrival as Prime Minister.Mr Bolton discusses the US reaction to the appointment of Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary, and predicts how the Prime Minister will navigate Donald Trump's transactional foreign policy.Camilla and Mr Bolton explore friction points ranging from lingering tensions over Middle East diplomacy to the Chagos Islands. They discuss the growing panic within the Republican Party before the upcoming US midterm elections, the looming threat of congressional investigations, and how the UK government should navigate a volatile, unscripted second Trump administration.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams and David LeveneVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsWhat Trump really thinks of Andy BurnhamWhy appointing Ed Miliband as foreign secretary could prove difficultWhere does the Republican Party go after President Trump? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.