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Jonathan Freedland

Guardian columnist and former Washington correspondent, host of Politics Weekly America.

Top 10 podcasts with Jonathan Freedland

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Jan 5, 2023 • 47min

292: The Shadow of the Holocaust

In our second episode exploring the story of Rudolf Vrba, Jonathan Freedland joins Tom and Dominic again, to discuss the global reaction to the Vrba–Wetzler report: did anti-Semitism shape the Allied response?*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.comTwitter: @TheRestHistory@holland_tom@dcsandbrookProducer: Theo Young-SmithExecutive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 26, 2024 • 42min

Jonathan Freedland On Anti-Semitism And The Left

Jonathan Freedland, columnist, podcast host, and author, discusses various topics including the challenges Israel faces in defending itself, the evolution of color-coded divisions in politics, and the presence of anti-Semitism within the Labour Party under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership.
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Nov 6, 2024 • 37min

President Trump: Maga strikes back – Politics Weekly UK

Jonathan Freedland, a Guardian columnist and US politics expert, joins Kieran Stacey, a political correspondent, to dissect Donald Trump's surprising re-election. They explore the disconnection between polls and voter sentiments, the implications for American democracy, and the emotional complexity of Trump's supporters. The discussion delves into how Trump's narrative of freedom resonates amidst perceptions of leftist authoritarianism, alongside his fear-based campaign strategies and their potential impact on democratic institutions.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 28min

Keir Starmer’s first weekend in power

Journalist Jonathan Freedland discusses Keir Starmer's first days as Prime Minister, emphasizing challenges like governance, economic growth, NHS statements, and strategies for managing foreign relations. The podcast reflects on optimism for the future with young aides and volunteers showing hope for better times ahead.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 1h 7min

Naked On A Rock (with Jonathan Freedland)

Guest Jonathan Freedland joins to discuss debate prep, UK politics, and Netanyahu's US visit. Topics include ad messaging, UK weather, NHS recovery, Middle East impact on Michigan politics, and Israel-US relations. The conversation also touches on Biden's immigration focus, challenges in conflict resolution, and voter turnout dynamics.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 51min

UK Elections: They’re Not Like Ours! Plus, the Messy Family Behind Paramount

Jonathan Freedland, a Guardian columnist, discusses how US and UK elections influence each other. The podcast explores the British Post Office Scandal, where postal workers were wrongfully prosecuted. The Redstone family's complicated dynamics behind Paramount Global are also explored, shedding light on the media empire's history and internal conflicts.
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May 22, 2024 • 26min

Rishi Sunak’s big election gamble

Political commentator Jonathan Freedland discusses Rishi Sunak's election gamble, exploring the symbolism of the announcement, strategic dynamics of major parties, and unpredictable elements of the upcoming campaign. The episode delves into election optics, party reactions, and potential game-changing events in the political landscape.
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Oct 23, 2024 • 11min

US election extra: Trump accuses Labour of ‘interference’

Jonathan Freedland, a Guardian columnist and host of the Politics Weekly America podcast, dives into Donald Trump's explosive claims of foreign interference from the UK Labour Party. He dissects the implications of UK activists campaigning for Kamala Harris and how this might impact UK-US relations. Freedland also explores the historical context of such allegations and the skepticism surrounding them. Additionally, he discusses the Labour Party's internal dilemmas and Barack Obama's strategic moves in the evolving political landscape.
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Jul 21, 2024 • 28min

Biden drops out – what happens now?

Jonathan Freedland and Nikki McCann Ramírez discuss Biden dropping out and endorsing Kamala Harris. They explore if Democrats will rally around Harris and if she can beat Trump. The podcast also analyzes potential candidates to replace Biden and the impact of his decision on American politics.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 8min

Labour’s Landslide, Macron’s Muddle, & Europe’s Biden Bedwetting

Jonathan Freedland, Guardian columnist, discusses Labour's U.K. landslide, Macron's election muddle, and Europe's reaction to Biden's debate. They analyze tactical voting in France, rise of right-wing parties, and Biden's impact on global affairs. Also, touch on Israel-Gaza conflict and anti-Semitism.