
Paul Goodman
Conservative peer and former editor of Conservative Home, offering expertise on conservatism, community cohesion and counter-extremism policy.
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Dec 16, 2025 • 16min
Why Britain needs to wake up to extremism
Tim Shipman, a seasoned political editor, and Paul Goodman, a Conservative peer and expert on community cohesion, dive into the pressing issue of extremism in Britain. They discuss the failure of past governments to tackle Islamist extremism and the dangerous trend of communalist voting in politics. Tim highlights the cultural strain from reluctance to label violence properly, while Paul emphasizes the need for ideological work beyond policing. They also touch on Trump's $5 billion lawsuit against the BBC as part of a broader cultural strategy.

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May 7, 2025 • 15min
Do the Tories hate free trade? Plus, Reform hits new polling high
Paul Goodman, a Conservative peer and former editor of Conservative Home, joins the discussion to explore the Conservatives' declining support following local elections. He shares insights on the controversial UK-India free trade deal, questioning the party's commitment to free trade amidst rising protectionist sentiments. The implications of visa policies and welfare reforms are also highlighted, revealing the electoral pressures these issues create. Goodman and co-hosts dissect the complexities of fiscal credibility in today’s political landscape.


