James Heale, a political writer for The Spectator, dives deep into Kemi Badenoch's first 100 days as Conservative Party leader. He discusses the uphill battle she faces with the rise of Reform UK and a dwindling talent pool. Their conversation touches on the challenges of addressing immigration and economic issues while engaging voters. Heale emphasizes the need for clear political strategies and effective communication as the party grapples with fragmentation and strives for unity in a contentious political landscape.

Keir Starmer, the Labour Party leader, and David Lammy, Shadow Foreign Secretary, delve into crucial foreign policy discussions in Washington with Joe Biden. They tackle the implications of possibly deploying UK long-range missiles in Ukraine, wary of escalating tensions with Putin. The conversation also shifts to the UK’s diverging stance on arms exports to Israel, raising questions about shifting alliances. Journalist James Heale adds insights on Europe’s defense landscape, highlighting the challenges facing the Labour Party in this evolving geopolitical context.