Tim Walz, the newly anointed vice presidential pick and Minnesota Governor, brings his Midwestern charm and focus on working families to the spotlight. Alongside contributor Adam Fleming, the discussion dives into the strategic implications of his selection for the upcoming election. They explore how Walz’s relatable public persona, enhanced by social media, could resonate with younger voters. Plus, they analyze the internal dynamics within the Democratic party as they prepare for a challenging political landscape.

BBC political correspondents and media experts discuss the media's impact on elections, including the role of newspapers, TV debates, and social media. They also explore challenges faced by political parties and analyze the changing dynamics of media coverage in election campaigns.

Adam Fleming is joined by all the Newscast hosts: Chris Mason, Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. They discuss the political events of 2023, including global boiling, the Prime Minister's updates, migration issues, broken promises, Rishi Sunak's pledges versus Keir Starmer's missions, Boris Johnson's resignation, the Liberal Democrats' performance, personal and professional memorable moments, Britain's relationship with Eurovision, highlights from the coronation concert, and future plans for the podcast.