

The Aitken Affair | A Self-Made Man | 1
Nov 29, 2023
Comedian and actor Rob Delaney joins Alice Levine to take listeners inside a story of politics, pride, and perjury. The podcast covers the rise of young MP Jonathan Aitken, a dark secret threatening his success, stolen government documents, escaping jail, and the Al Yamamad deal involving arms supply to Saudi Arabia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
A Secret Affair and Urgent News
02:56 • 2min
A Man Faces Scandal and Desperation
04:43 • 2min
Jonathan Aitken: The Scandalous Politician
06:32 • 14min
Stealing Government Documents and Exposing Lies
21:00 • 3min
Escaping Jail and Pivoting into Politics
23:59 • 12min
A Surprising Encounter
35:41 • 8min
An MP's Unexpected Visit to a Gun Factory
44:06 • 2min
The Al Yamamad Deal
46:05 • 9min
Book Recommendations, Production Details, and New Podcast Introduction
55:23 • 2min