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Beat the system with TallyMoney. Gold you can spend. Discover more here: https://click.tallymoney.com/A64P/df08xa5e #adChristopher Hope is joined by Olivia Utley and Katherine Forster to discuss the upcoming Makerfield by-election and the potential implications for Labour, Reform UK and the wider political landscape.They examine what a victory or defeat could mean for Keir Starmer, the growing speculation around Andy Burnham's future ambitions, and the challenges facing Nigel Farage's Reform UK.Plus, Labour MP Jess Asato discusses her concerns about AI and social media, while Father of the House Sir Edward Leigh shares his thoughts on the future of the Conservative Party, Reform UK and the prospect of cooperation on the political right.#Politics #GBNews #KeirStarmer #AndyBurnham #NigelFarage #Labour #ReformUK #Conservatives #Westminster #PoliticalPodcastThe purchase of gold and investment in bullion is not FCA regulated nor do they benefit from the protections of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. The value of your investment can go down as well as up. Consider the risks involved before choosing to invest. This card is issued by Transact Payments Limited pursuant to a licence by Mastercard International Incorporated Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Caroline Dinenage, Chair of the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee, is chairing an inquiry into the BBC's Royal Charter Review. We discuss the renewal timetable, possible reforms to BBC governance, alternative funding models and countering the global tech and streaming giants.We also discuss pressures on the new Director-General, cuts in BBC funding, impartiality and Ofcom's handling of GB News and the Married at First Sight controversy.And there's the mystery of a ConservativeHome article.To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership@beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The HelloFresh Controversy Reveals A Bigger Problem A Pride Month social media post from HelloFresh has sparked outrage, backlash, boycotts, and endless debate. Was it a bad joke? Probably. But the reaction to it may reveal something much bigger about where we are as a society in 2026. After spending 30 minutes discussing the controversy on GB News in the UK, one thing became clear: the conversation isn't really about HelloFresh. It's about LGBTQ visibility, Pride Month, and why so many people are still uncomfortable when queer people are included in mainstream culture. Meanwhile, Elon Musk and Donald Trump continue to push claims and conspiracies that dominate headlines. But are Americans still listening? Why is every election called “rigged” when one side loses and “fair” when the other side wins? And a new poll raises a troubling question: Is American exceptionalism fading? Fewer Americans than ever believe the United States stands above the rest of the world. What happened to the confidence that once defined the country, and what does it say about our future? In this episode, Karel connects the dots between culture wars, political outrage, conspiracy thinking, and a changing America struggling to define itself.
The Matts answer listeners' questions in their weekly Q&A session, including: Is Kemi Badenoch now the best chance of beating Nigel Farage; can Keir Starmer actually see off this slow-moving coup; should Palantir be kicked out of the NHS; what is Michael Grade thinking when he defends GB News; has Pope Leo's encyclical made sense of AI… and humanity; and if England win the World Cup, will it really count? Enjoy!Produced by Matt WithersOFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Plain-speaking, straight-talking - Michelle Dewberry delivers her individual take on the day's news.Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nigel Farage's response to the murder of Henry Nowak shows that he is "completely unfit" to be Prime Minister, a Cabinet minister and ally of Sir Keir Starmer has told GB News.The Reform UK leader has come under fire for failing to condemn the violence in Southampton in Prime Minister's Questions after video footage emerged of police handcuffing Henry, a student in the city, as he lay dying after sustaining stab wounds.Mr Farage was also accused of using the opportunity to lament what he described as "two-tier policing".However, in an interview with GB News' Chopper's Political Podcast, Cabinet Office Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds said that Mr Farage's remarks about the murder show he is not fit to be Prime Minister. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should a politician be allowed to present the BBC's Today Programme? Former Ofcom chair Michael Grade thinks so.This week on Media Confidential, Alan and Lionel pick apart Grade's recent interview, where he claimed that mainstream broadcasters are afraid of GB News.They discuss the logic behind the rules of impartiality—and what Grade's opinions reveal about Ofcom's controversial decisions under his tenure. Plus, they invite him to respond on Media Confidential.Alan and Lionel disagree on coverage around the killing of Henry Novak, the young stab victim who was handcuffed by police in Southampton. Plus, after a veteran 60 Minutes presenter was fired in a spectacular fashion, the hosts discuss the explosive situation at CBS and its relationship with the BBC. And one listener asks: why do all media organisations seem to have the same stories? Get in touch with your questions at mediaconfidential@prospectmagazine.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Does Britain now have its own Iryna Zarutska? The murder of white student Henry Nowak has the country in a revolt against immigration, two-tier policing, and more. Ben Leo of GB News talks about the momentous events there and whether they will spark a true mass movement to save Britain from its decline. Then, Auron MacIntyre talks about the need for a similar movement to unite the fractious American right. Plus, Tyler Bowyer and Iowa's next governor Zach Lahn join to celebrate MAGA and MAHA victories from the heartland to California on Tuesday's primary night. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Does Britain now have its own Iryna Zarutska? The murder of white student Henry Nowak has the country in a revolt against immigration, two-tier policing, and more. Ben Leo of GB News talks about the momentous events there and whether they will spark a true mass movement to save Britain from its decline. Then, Auron MacIntyre talks about the need for a similar movement to unite the fractious American right. Plus, Tyler Bowyer and Iowa's next governor Zach Lahn join to celebrate MAGA and MAHA victories from the heartland to California on Tuesday's primary night. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former BBC Director of Communications (2013–2025) John Shield explains why he believes the BBC should be ready to go on GB News and other hostile platforms to make its case. He also discusses the Panorama edit, the BBC's wider communications challenges, and his advice to incoming Director General Matt Brittin on visibility, handling criticism, engaging in public debate, and the future of public service broadcasting and its funding model.To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership@beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pat McFadden has vowed to reform Britain' benefits system in his first interview since messages he sent to Peter Mandleson were published.Speaking to GB News, the Work and Pensions Secretary spoke on the private exchange with the New Labour architect over his frustrations with Labour's welfare agenda.“Every meeting I have is 'who can we tax in order to pay benefits to others'. They're asking the wrong questions,” Mr McFadden said to Lord Mandelson.The embarrassing messages were released on Monday as part of a second tranche of files relating to the disgraced peer's short-lived appointment as US ambassador and dealings with the Government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope reports as GB News sources claim messages between Peter Mandelson and Keir Starmer were omitted from the new release of Mandelson files. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch#popeleo #easter #palmsunday Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Plain-speaking, straight-talking - Michelle Dewberry delivers her individual take on the day's news.Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch#popeleo #easter #palmsunday Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beat the system with TallyMoney. Gold you can spend. Discover more here: https://click.tallymoney.com/A64P/df08xa5e #adIn this episode of Chopper's Political Podcast, Christopher Hope discusses the political fallout following Peter Murrell's conviction and the continuing questions surrounding former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP leadership.Former Scottish Daily Telegraph editor Alan Cochrane reflects on his experiences covering Scottish politics and examines how the controversy could affect trust in the SNP and the wider independence movement.Earlier in the programme, former Tony Blair adviser Peter Hyman joins Christopher to discuss Labour's future, Tony Blair's intervention on Keir Starmer's government, and a new report into the growing number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEETs).The purchase of gold and investment in bullion is not FCA regulated nor do they benefit from the protections of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. The value of your investment can go down as well as up. Consider the risks involved before choosing to invest. This card is issued by Transact Payments Limited pursuant to licence by Mastercard International Incorporated #SNP #NicolaSturgeon #UKNews #UKPolitics Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'They've been brainwashed, if you're a senior cop in this country you are fundamentally anti-white.'Kelvin MacKenzie voices his outrage at the murder of Henry Nowak and the police's handling of the incident.#BreakingNews #UKNews #HenryNowak Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch#popeleo #easter #palmsunday Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'Less than 7% of small boat migrants last year have been deported... Good odds if you're coming her illegally.'Martin Daubney looks at shocking new figures showcasing the government's failure to deport small boat migrants.#illegalimmigration #immigration #labour #labourparty #uknews #ukpolitics #gbnews Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Plain-speaking, straight-talking - Michelle Dewberry delivers her individual take on the day's news.Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rob Bates of the Centre for Migration Control condemns Labour as GB News reveal almost 1,000 small boat migrants have crossed the English Channel over the bank holiday weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beat the system with TallyMoney. Gold you can spend. Discover more here: https://click.tallymoney.com/A64P/df08xa5e #adChristopher Hope is joined by GB News deputy political editor Tom Harwood and chief political correspondent Katherine Forster to break down a dramatic week in Westminster.The team discusses Keir Starmer's reset speech, mounting pressure from Labour MPs, cabinet tensions, ministerial resignations, and speculation around possible leadership challengers including Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner and Andy Burnham.They also examine the political fallout from Downing Street's handling of the crisis, divisions inside the Labour Party, and what could happen next ahead of a potential by-election battle in Makerfield.The purchase of gold and investment in bullion is not FCA regulated nor do they benefit from the protections of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme or the Financial Ombudsman Service. The value of your investment can go down as well as up. Consider the risks involved before choosing to invest. This card is issued by Transact Payments Limited pursuant to licence by Mastercard International Incorporated Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's Media Confidential, Alan and Lionel discuss the changing winds at Ofcom, after its prospective new chair was scrutinised by a select committee. How much was Ian Cheshire briefed beforehand? And will he do anything to tackle GB News?The pair also talk about Trump's latest attack on the BBC—as well as Fran Unsworth's departure from the broadcaster, after the former news boss claimed that she was driven out by trans activism in an interview with the Telegraph.They answer a listener's ethical question, as the Economist draws controversy for its hiring practices. And they discuss a Panorama investigation into disturbing allegations around Channel 4's reality TV show Married At First Sight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Jacob for his unique and unmissable take on the day's news.Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Plain-speaking, straight-talking - Michelle Dewberry delivers her individual take on the day's news.Keep up to date with the latest news at https://www.gbnews.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/GBNEWSFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBNewsOnlineDownload the GB News app! You can watch GB News on all of your favourite devices and keep up to date with the latest news, analysis, opinion and more.https://www.gbnews.com/watch/how-to-watch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
‘They are quick to turn a blind eye to protect themselves and not to be seen as racist.'Abuse survivor Ellie Reynolds reacts to the 20 people who have been sentenced to a combined 277 years in prison for the sexual abuse of children in West Yorkshire.#groominggang #westyorkshire #rapegang #suvivor #inquiry #gbnews Keep up to date with GB News at gbnews.com or on X @GBNEWSBecome a Friend of GB News: gbnews.com/friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diddy said this about Fergie's daughter. Royal historian Andrew Lownie has 300 sources, a newly updated paperback, and claims that are still breaking in the press. In this episode, he reveals the full story of Sarah Ferguson's relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs — a relationship she has publicly denied, but which Lownie says is supported by photographic evidence, corroborated sources, and fresh disclosures still to come. SPONSORS: Support our sponsor: go to https://boncharge.com and use code HERETICS to save 15%. Go to https://boncharge.com and use code HERETICS to save 15%. Go to https://surfshark.com/heretics for 4 extra months of Surfshark Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code andrewgold at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/andrewgold Check Plaud UK: https://bit.ly/40Gzdh1 | US: https://bit.ly/475MQKe Notepro: https://bit.ly/479tWSR Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/ Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics We go further than any newspaper has gone: the yacht parties, the seven-star hotels in Dubai, the boasts Diddy made to members of his own staff about Eugenie — and what Lownie believes connects Diddy, Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Russian intelligence, and the royal family in a network that is only now beginning to unravel. | Go to https://boncharge.com and use code HERETICS to save 15%. Andrew Lownie is the author of Entitled: Andrew, Fergie and the Palace (updated paperback out 21st May). He has written acclaimed biographies of Mountbatten, Guy Burgess, and Stalin's Englishman. Jacob Rees-Mogg tried to shut him down on GB News. He kept talking. Andrew Lownie's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OVgwx1MicEEInYkl1KIXI Get the book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Entitled-Mountbatten-Windsor-Fergusons-bestselling-devastating/dp/0008775494/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 This episode contains allegations about public figures. All claims are sourced and corroborated. Andrew Lownie stands by his reporting. #Diddy #SarahFerguson #RoyalFamily #AndrewLownie #Epstein #Heretics Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 0:00 — Fergie, Diddy, and the story nobody saw coming 1:04 — How Lownie got the tip and traced the sources 2:27 — The photographic evidence going back to 1998 5:57 — Friends with benefits: what the relationship actually was 6:52 — The Mail serialisation and Fergie's denial 9:09 — Subscribe — why this channel is a target 10:16 — The Epstein connection: Fergie's emails and the 2013/14 sightings 11:14 — Jacob Rees-Mogg tried to shut him down on GB News 12:47 — How did Fergie and Diddy actually meet? The Maxwell party theory 13:19 — Diddy, Epstein, Maxwell's father Robert Maxwell — the network 15:21 — Russian intelligence documents on Andrew and criminal gangs 16:22 — Chinese and Russian spies around Andrew and Fergie 18:05 — More disclosures coming: what journalists are now investigating 21:13 — The Queen told Fergie to divorce. Why. 21:49 — Eugenie, Beatrice, and what they were exposed to as children 23:13 — Diddy's boasts about Eugenie to members of staff 25:09 — Are the daughters now cutting Andrew loose? 27:25 — The royal family's free pass: accountability and moral authority 29:02 — Why Diddy's own former employees are speaking out 30:21 — Where is Fergie now? And what is coming next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's Media Confidential, Alan and Lionel discuss Ofcom finally investigating GB News over their second airing of a controversial interview with Donald Trump. Did it fail the impartiality test?After Nigel Farage was confronted about an undeclared £5m donation from a crypto billionaire, the pair discuss how to deal with evasive politicians. They also talk about the Evening Standard running a full wraparound of Reform UK adverts on the day of the local elections.Plus, how is Matt Brittin preparing for the role of incoming director-general of the BBC? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Adam Boulton, former Political Editor of Sky News and now a Times Radio presenter, discusses the political turbulence surrounding Keir Starmer's position and the state of news coverage after local election results appeared to confirm the end of our old binary politics. We explore whether the rise of multi‑party politics affects ‘due impartiality' and the substance and depth of broadcast coverage. We reflect on what's working, what isn't, and what might come next for political journalism: the state of public debate, whether GB News should have its licence revoked, and the changing nature of political communication and engagement. To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership@beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
GB News continues to evade toothless regulatory bodies and Pete's dad continues to tune in. It turns out Luke's met plenty of the presenters, many of whom are, unsurprisingly, “characters”.Elsewhere, a dinghy-based story from Luke gives way to a discussion about desert islands, both real and imagined. Pete's got it all worked out for a life of isolation.Send us your latest stories, questions and comments here: hello@lukeandpeteshow.com.The Luke and Pete Show is the sometimes ridiculous, always funny podcast with Luke Moore and Pete Donaldson: two men who have time on their hands and a good idea of how to waste it. Subscribe to get your comedy podcast fix every Monday and Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of Media Confidential Alan and Lionel talk to Liam Byrne, Labour MP for for Birmingham Hodge hill and Solihull and author of Why Populists are winning; and how to beat them.The three discuss the rise of populism and what happens to the media and democracy when they win—including how foreign influence and money can corrupt the UK media landscape.They'll talk about GB News, with Alan asking why Ofcom isn't dealing with the channel's biased coverage and what the government could be doing to make the regulator act.The three discuss the media's role in shaping public opinion and will talk about what needs to be done to protect the BBC and institutions like it before it is too late. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris Banatvala, Ofcom's founding Director of Standards and former executive member of its Content Board, discusses what's in the new chair of Ofcom's in-tray.We discuss why ‘due impartiality' has become so contested, the blurred line between news and current affairs, and what it means when politicians front TV shows on channels they're closely associated with. Chris reflects on Ofcom's evolving approach, the rise of GB News, and the tension between promoting competition and protecting the public interest. We also explore whether the rules we thought we understood are still being applied in the way Parliament intended—and what might need to change before the next general election. "Freedom of expression is absolutely essential. What I don't want is a pretence of regulating for due impartiality when it's not actually happening."To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership@beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beauty editor Perdita Nouril returns and this week we're talking about Cult Beauty's decision to pull their ads from GB News, how AI is already causing issues in the beauty marketing space and we're also hearing about Perdi's big interview with a Spice Girl!
In this episode of the Explaining History Podcast, I examine the slow-motion collapse of the political order that has defined British politics for a century – and what is likely to replace it.The term "political earthquake" gets overused. What is happening in Great Britain is more like a once‑in‑a‑century end of a political order. It began in 2024 with the death of the Conservative Party – a party that is unlikely to restore itself. And it will continue over the next few years with the death of the Labour Party.The May local elections, just a week away, will mark a major step. Labour is almost certain to lose two of the places it has dominated for generations: Wales (for a century) and London (for half a century). But this isn't just about one bad election night. It is the culmination of decades of neoliberal economics, deindustrialisation, austerity, and the systematic destruction of any alternative vision within the mainstream parties.I draw a historical parallel with the last time Britain's party system realigned: the years after the First World War, when the Liberal Party – the party of 19th‑century capital, free trade, and limited government – collapsed, replaced by a two‑party system of Labour and Conservatives. That system, cemented in 1945, survived for nearly eighty years. Now it is dying.The culprits are not just individual leaders. Thatcherism broke union power, atomised communities, and left Britain poorer and more unequal. The 2008 financial crisis blew up the economic assumptions of that model. Brexit smashed Britain's role as a transatlantic bridge between Washington and Brussels. Austerity killed hundreds of thousands, collapsed public services, and turned the country into a nation in de‑development. The Labour right's merciless destruction of the Corbyn movement left the party in the hands of a centrist technocrat, Keir Starmer – a man who, despite his blandness, has gleefully embraced racist rhetoric on immigration, supported Israel's genocide in Gaza, and handed state functions over to private equity vultures.Starmer's Labour has tried to tack to the right, hoping that voters will hold their noses and vote for "not far‑right". But that strategy is failing. In recent by‑elections, voters ignored Labour's warnings and voted Green or Plaid Cymru – proving that the old "vote for us or you'll get the fascists" threat no longer works.So what comes next? The beneficiaries are two very different parties. Reform UK – funded by a reclusive Bitcoin billionaire, backed by the propaganda channel GB News – offers a populist, proto‑fascist nationalism. The Green Party – untainted by private donations, hostile to the tabloid press, and offering a genuine left‑wing economic alternative – has already won a stunning by‑election on an anti‑racist, cost‑of‑living platform.The next decade could see Britain's political landscape transformed. A two‑party system of Reform and Greens is possible – though each would feel like an enemy occupation to the other side's voters. What is certain is that the old order is being taken out to a field and put out of its misery. And what caused it? Five decades of neoliberalism – an economic project that both main parties embraced, whose contradictions they are now incapable of addressing.Explaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is British democracy being reshaped by money, media and neglected regulation? Liam Byrne MP, chair of the House of Commons Business and Trade Committee, thinks the threat is serious. We discuss his book Why Populists Are Winning and How to Beat Them and sets out how populist movements are gaining ground in the UK and around the world.We examine who is funding right‑wing media and politics, the role of GB News and its key backers, the use of cryptocurrency and foreign money in election campaigns, and what this means for Ofcom, public service broadcasting and the future of the BBC and the BBC World Service.“Let's call it what it is. Ofcom's negligence is one of the biggest threats to the integrity of British democracy right now.”To support our journalism and receive a weekly blog sign up now for £1.99 per month www.patreon.com/BeebWatch/membership @beebwatch.bsky.social@BeebRogerInstagram: rogerboltonsbeebwatchLinkedIn: Roger Bolton's Beeb Watchemail: roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diddy's lawyers argue his alleged sex crimes were actually constitutionally‑protected amateur pornography, while GB News faces backlash after a guest falsely claimed Drake's lyrics reference violence against women. Olivia Rodrigo teases a new single as Lady Gaga and Doechii surprise‑drop a track from The Devil Wears Prada 2, the Raptors clinch an automatic playoff spot, Ottawa is rattled by a 3.9‑magnitude earthquake, and Instagram finally allows users to edit comments within 15 minutes. Plus, filmmaker Guillermo del Toro reflects on being honoured by the Canadian Film Centre and jokes that if he were mayor, the city would celebrate Taco Tuesday.
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Adrian Goldberg discusses the rise of the populist right with Labour MP Liam Byrne and David Edgar. Liam served in the Blair and Brown government's and is now Chair of the Commons Business and Trade Select Committee, has just published his book ‘Why Populists Are Winning: and How to Beat Them'. David's “Little Black Book of the Populist Right: What it is, why it's on the march and how to stop it” written with John Bloomfield has just been republished in an updated edition via Byline Books. Produced in Birmingham by Adrian Goldberg and Harvey White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Andy joins Seán to debrief his televised clash with Matt Goodwin last Friday over his accusations that the Gorton and Denton by-election loser used AI to research his book.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
STARMER knows it's OVER! Panto PMQ'S & Lost Phone is one lie too many #Starmer #PMQs #UKPolitics #Speaker #MorganMcSweeney #LostPhone #PoliticalScandal #GBNews #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #Live Another Prime Minister's Questions where Keir Starmer does everything BUT answer a question. The Speaker is either unable — or unwilling — to intervene, so what should be proper scrutiny turns into a political pantomime. If this is how Starmer is going to behave, then frankly, scrap the whole thing. It becomes an affront to democracy. Head in hands in the chamber, he looked like a man who knows it's over. And then there's the Morgan McSweeney "stolen phone" story — which absolutely reeks of desperation. It's the political equivalent of: "Sorry Sir, the dog ate my homework." And just like his other excuses, the public won't buy it. He looked finished. Completely finished. Maybe he's simply come to the same conclusion as much of the country: he's not up to the job. Do you agree? Give me your views #Starmer #KeirStarmer #PMQs #PrimeMinistersQuestions #UKPolitics #PoliticsLive #Westminster #Speaker #MorganMcSweeney #LostPhone #PoliticalScandal #GBNews #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #Live Starmer, Keir Starmer, PMQs, Prime Ministers Questions, UK Politics, Politics Live, Westminster, Speaker, Morgan McSweeney, Lost Phone, Political Scandal, GB News, Jon Gaunt, JonGauntTV, Live This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.
2026-03-23 | UPDATES #151 | Ilya Remeslo and the return of the Psikhushka – Political madhouse and state terror in Russia as a Kremlin attack dog turns to bite the hand that previously fed it. On Tuesday night, March 17th, 2026, a man who had spent a decade doing the Kremlin's dirtiest work — hounding dissidents, filing legal complaints against journalists, and personally helping to put Alexei Navalny behind bars — sat down in his flat in St Petersburg and did something nobody saw coming. He turned on Vladimir Putin. And within forty-eight hours, he was inside a psychiatric hospital.This is the story of Ilya Remeslo. And if you think you've heard everything about how the Putin regime eats its own — you haven't heard this. We're only just getting started. ----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------A REQUEST FOR HELP!I'm heading back to Kyiv next month, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. It will be cold, and may be dark also. If you can, please assist to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in April 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: The Moscow Times — "A Pro-Kremlin Blogger Has Denounced Putin – And Nobody Knows Why," March 18, 2026.NBC News — "A Kremlin loyalist suddenly turned against Putin. A day later, he was in a psychiatric hospital," March 20, 2026.Meduza — "A longtime pro-Putin blogger published a tirade against the Russian president. Now he's in a psychiatric hospital," March 20, 2026.RFE/RL (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) — "A Kremlin Cheerleader Rips Into Putin. A Day Later, He's In A Psychiatric Hospital," March 19, 2026.The Guardian — "Pro-Kremlin loyalist calls on Putin to go in abrupt volte-face," March 19, 2026.GB News — "'Vladimir Putin must go on trial — his war is going nowhere' blasts Kremlin loyalist," March 19, 2026.Bloomberg — "Kremlin Loyalist Turns on Putin as Russians Start to Tire of War," March 19, 2026.Kyiv Independent — "A pro-Kremlin blogger lashed out at Putin; he ended up in a psychiatric ward," March 19, 2026.----------
2026-03-24 | UPDATES #152 | The reaction was instantaneous — and chaotic. Confused and fevered. On the pro-Kremlin side, there was something close to panic. Several people immediately speculated that Remeslo's account had been hacked. He shot that down by posting video messages insisting the words were his and his alone. He looked composed. He did not appear to be under duress. The Breakfast Show interview with Plyushchev put paid to that line of speculation. Apti Alaudinov — the commander of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov's Akhmat special forces — publicly expressed alarm. He described Remeslo as someone who had always seemed completely level-headed and raised the possibility that he'd been kidnapped or was being held against his will (The Moscow Times, March 18, 2026).----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------A REQUEST FOR HELP!I'm heading back to Kyiv next month, to film, do research and conduct interviews. The logistics and need for equipment and clothing are a little higher than for my previous trips. It will be cold, and may be dark also. If you can, please assist to ensure I can make this trip a success. My commitment to the audience of the channel, will be to bring back compelling interviews conducted in Ukraine, and to use the experience to improve the quality of the channel, it's insights and impact. Let Ukraine and democracy prevail! https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrashttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformationNONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOU!So what's next? We're going to Kyiv in April 2026 to film on the ground, and will record interviews with some huge guests. We'll be creating opportunities for new interviews, and to connect you with the reality of a European city under escalating winter attack, from an imperialist, genocidal power. PLEASE HELP ME ME TO GROW SILICON CURTAINWe are planning our events for 2026, and to do more and have a greater impact. After achieving more than 12 events in 2025, we will aim to double that! 24 events and interviews on the ground in Ukraine, to push back against weaponized information, toxic propaganda and corrosive disinformation. Please help us make it happen!----------SOURCES: The Moscow Times — "A Pro-Kremlin Blogger Has Denounced Putin – And Nobody Knows Why," March 18, 2026.NBC News — "A Kremlin loyalist suddenly turned against Putin. A day later, he was in a psychiatric hospital," March 20, 2026.Meduza — "A longtime pro-Putin blogger published a tirade against the Russian president. Now he's in a psychiatric hospital," March 20, 2026.RFE/RL (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) — "A Kremlin Cheerleader Rips Into Putin. A Day Later, He's In A Psychiatric Hospital," March 19, 2026.The Guardian — "Pro-Kremlin loyalist calls on Putin to go in abrupt volte-face," March 19, 2026.GB News — "'Vladimir Putin must go on trial — his war is going nowhere' blasts Kremlin loyalist," March 19, 2026.Bloomberg — "Kremlin Loyalist Turns on Putin as Russians Start to Tire of War," March 19, 2026.Kyiv Independent — "A pro-Kremlin blogger lashed out at Putin; he ended up in a psychiatric ward," March 19, 2026.----------
The Matts explore how French philosopher Jean Baudrillard was right about the nature of warfare in the 21st century - especially when applied to the unprecedented chaos unfolding in the Middle East. It is, we hope, a thought-provoking conversation which tries to make some sense of what seems utterly senseless. Also - the Matts react to the bombing of Jewish ambulances in North London and ask: why is nobody stating categorically that this is terrorism? Finally, they ask you, dear listener, to do something you almost certainly hadn't been planning on doing - watch GB News. Why? Tune in and find out! Enjoy!Produced by Matt WithersOFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Matts answer listeners' questions including whether or not Donald Trump has lost control of the war in Iran, why the BBC isn't covering The New World's GB News investigation, how Tony Blair can still believe war in Iraq was right, whether we have learned nothing from Covid, if Angela Rayner is the next PM and how to keep sane in a world of dreadful news. Enjoy!Produced by Matt WithersOFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comMatt is an author, pollster, campaigner, and policy advisor. He recently ran for Parliament as a Reform candidate and came in second. He's also a presenter at GB News and a writer on Substack. He's the author of many books, including National Populism and Values, Voice and Virtue, and his new book is Suicide of a Nation: Immigration, Islam, Identity.For two clips of our convo — on the flood of non-white migrants to the UK, and how accusations of racism shape the migration debate — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: born in Hertfordshire to working-class parents who divorced young and worked for the NHS; addiction in the family; his terrible time at an all-boys school; the first in his family to go to college; Burke and Oakeshott; a semester abroad in downtown Detroit; the losers of globalization; being a conservative in academia; thehounding of Kathleen Stock; Douglas Murray; Charles Murray; the falling popularity of liberal democracy; David Cameron; the migration crisis; Brexit; the Red Wall swinging to the right; Nigel Farage and Euroskepticism; plunging fertility rates; Roger Scruton; Lasch and Burnham; the betrayal of Boris on migration; the rapid influx of Muslims to the UK; assimilation in the US; the disappearance of a shared national memory; the illiberalism of Islamic Brits; same-sex marriage; wokeness; anti-speech laws in the UK; the Iraq War; and the new war in Iran.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy. Coming up: Jonah Goldberg on the state of conservatism, Jeffrey Toobin on the pardon power, Derek Thompson on abundance, Tom Holland on the Christian roots of liberalism, Tiffany Jenkins on privacy in a liberal democracy, Adrian Wooldridge on “the lost genius of liberalism,” and Tom Junod on his memoir and masculinity. As always, please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.
Alan Rusbridger joins the Matts to discuss The New World's investigation into GB News's persistent breaches of Ofcom's code on impartiality and accuracy. Get the inside track on the story from an editor who has led some of the most consequential newspaper investigations of our age. They discuss what happens next and what Ofcom should do to fix the reality of a TV channel out of control and basically operating as Nigel Farage's Reform TV. Enjoy!Produced by Matt WithersOFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is Russia the biggest winner from Trump's war with Iran? Is GB News little more than a propaganda machine for Reform UK? How toxic is England's water and why does it have the only fully privatised water and sewerage system in the world? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Go deeper into the world of The Rest Is Politics by signing up for our free newsletter HERE, featuring exclusive interviews, analysis and weekend reads from Alastair and Rory. Join The Rest Is Politics Plus: Start your free trial at therestispolitics.com to unlock exclusive bonus content – including Rory and Alastair's miniseries – plus ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, exclusive newsletters, discounted book prices, and a private chatroom on Discord. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/politics. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅ __________ Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @restispolitics Email: therestispolitics@goalhanger.com __________ Social Producer: Celine Charles Video Editor: Josh Smith, Kieron Leslie Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne Producer: Evan Green Exec Producer: Chris Sawyer General Manager: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Epstein scandal rocks the UK as Andrew is stripped of his royal titles, King Charles cooperates with police, and PM Keir Starmer defends his judgment amid the resignations from his now disgraced appointees. We speak with Bev Turner, host of The Late Show Live in Washington D.C. for GB News. Get the facts first with Morning Wire. - - - Ep. 2633 - - - Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3 - - - Today's Sponsor: Zbiotics - Go to https://zbiotics.com/WIRE and use WIRE at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Viva Frei and Alex Stein about YouTuber Angela Rose's visit to the address of the eStCru winery connected to Ilhan Omar's husband Tim Mynett, which has led to questions about her skyrocketing net worth; GB News' Ben Leo paying a visit to Billie Eilish's house located on "stolen land" from the Tongva tribe in Los Angeles; Jelly Roll's inspiring acceptance speech at the Grammy Awards where he focused on the power of his faith in Jesus to the chagrin of the liberal elites at the Grammys; shocking footage that CNN would like to ignore of what the anti-ICE protests at schools around the country like Langston Hughes High School actually looked like; Donald Trump telling NBC News' Tom Llamas if JD Vance or Marco Rubio is better suited for the 2028 election; 13 year-old Austin Appelbee's inspiring story of swimming for 4 hours through the ocean to get authorities to launch a sea rescue to save his mother and younger brother who had been swept out to sea of the coast of Australia; "This Week on the Internet" featuring Billie Eilish's ignorance, Lady Gaga, politically incorrect Minecraft and the downfall of celebrity activism; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Tax Network USA - If you owe back taxes or have unfiled returns, don't let the government take advantage of you. Whether you owe a few thousand or a few million, they can help you. Call 1(800)-958-1000 for a private, free consultation or Go to: https://tnusa.com/dave Rumble Wallet - Don't let the big banks freeze your accounts. Own Tether Gold - real gold, on the blockchain and get direct ownership of physical gold bars, each one fully allocated, verifiable by serial number, purity, and weight. Download Rumble Wallet now and step away from the big banks — for good! Go to: https://rumblewallet.onelink.me/bJsX/... Venice.Ai - Use Ai that doesn't spy on you or censor the AI. Ai is valuable and you shouldn't need to give up your privacy to use it. Go to https://venice.ai/dave and use code DAVE to get 20% off a pro plan and enjoy private, uncensored AI.