Political commentators Robert Peston and Steph McGovern analyze Keir Starmer's legislation in the King's Speech. They discuss Labour's focus on economic growth, devolution policies, and potential outcomes for the government. Insights include crafting speeches for monarchs and evaluating recent political events.

James Harding, Tortoise editor and co-founder, and Robert Peston, ITV's political editor, join for a live recording to discuss the biggest stories of 2023, including the Israel and Gaza conflict, the decline of the Conservative Party, and the significance of AI. They debate whether the biggest story should be artificial intelligence or Octavist, ultimately concluding that Octavist will define 2023.

British journalist Robert Peston discusses the challenges facing journalism, including the closure of local newspapers and lack of diversity. He shares his efforts to provide work experience for state school students and assesses the effectiveness of Westminster journalism. The conversation also touches on the influence of media on politicians, the importance of transparency, and the need for diversity in newsrooms.