Nadine Dorries

Controversial MP Nadine Dorries announced her resignation but is still an active MP without participating in parliamentary activities. Host questions her identity and calls for her resignation. The controversy surrounding her delayed resignation and the impact on the Conservative Party is discussed. The popularity and decline of Dorries among civil servants and her constituents is explored. The rise and influence of Donald Trump in American conservatism, as well as the fear and hesitation towards him is examined.

Guest: Nadine Dorries, Author. The hosts discuss Nadine Dorries' book 'The Plot, the political assassination of Boris Johnson' and analyze its partisan nature. They delve into conspiracy theories about the deep state. They critique a ghostwritten book and highlight its weird food and drink-focused nature. The origins and actions of 'The Movement' are explored. The influence of Paul Stains on politics is discussed along with scandal, sex parties, and political careers. A conspiracy theory connected to influential figures is explored. The speakers engage in a humorous and meandering discussion about conspiracy theories, politics, and cheese.

Nadine Dorries, a prominent former Conservative MP and author, shares her colorful political journey and personal anecdotes. She reminisces about her nostalgic childhood meals and the close-knit community that shaped her, including unique dining experiences in Zambia. Dorries reveals the often underwhelming food at Westminster, shedding light on parliamentary life. She candidly discusses her weight-loss journey and the empowering moments it brought, alongside her pride in being the 'queen of the Sunday roast' in her family.

Former Tory cabinet minister Nadine Dorries criticizes the 'disgusting' actions of Tory Party chair Richard Holden. They discuss the lack of integrity in the Conservative Party, politicians seeking safe seats, scandals involving Boris Johnson, and the uncertain future of the party under Rishi Sunak's leadership.

“This really is the single weirdest book I have ever read, and anyone who does not reach the same conclusion after reading it should be sectioned.”That was our colleague Patrick Maguire’s verdict on ‘The Plot: The Political Assassination of Boris Johnson’ by former culture secretary Nadine Dorries, which was published on Thursday.So this weekend we’re bringing you an episode of another Times podcast, Red Box, in which Patrick journeys into Nadine Dorries's world with Times Radio presenter Matt Chorley.Plus: Matt speaks to Times columnist Danny Finkelstein (who Dorries accuses of being part of a cabal controlling the Tory party), and one of Boris Johnson’s political allies.Read more:Patrick Maguire’s review: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/nadine-dorries-book-review-the-plot-ln7gfbvgz9 explosive claims from Nadine Dorries’s book: https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/nadine-dorries-book-the-plot-claims-summary-key-points-mpbzh9v68 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.