

Shabana Mahmood
British Home Secretary and former Labour minister proposing a radical overhaul of the UK asylum system, emphasizing temporary refugee status, tougher returns policy, and new safe and legal routes.
Top 5 podcasts with Shabana Mahmood
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Sep 29, 2025 • 49min
Coffee House Shots: Shabana Mahmood in conversation with Michael Gove
In a compelling conversation, Shabana Mahmood, Labour MP and former Home Secretary, shares her bold vision for tackling migration, integration, and community cohesion. She argues for digital ID cards to enhance security and reduce fraud while assessing the Home Office's current capabilities. Shabana also confronts rising anti-Muslim sentiment and emphasizes the importance of negotiated rights for women and trans individuals. With personal reflections on faith and public service, she highlights the need for meaningful change and accountability in governance.

Dec 26, 2025 • 23min
2025 on The Interview
In a compelling trio of interviews, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright argues that climate change fears are exaggerated, advocating for a pivot towards nuclear energy and fusion. Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud details his multi-pronged strategy against Al-Shabaab while emphasizing Somalia's unity. Meanwhile, British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood proposes a controversial overhaul of the UK asylum system, warning migrants against dangerous crossings and aiming to deter illegal immigration with stricter policies.

Dec 24, 2025 • 27min
Bonus: 2025 in conversations from The Interview
Join Chris Wright, the U.S. Energy Secretary, as he boldly challenges climate change narratives and advocates for a shift back to reliable energy sources like nuclear and fusion. Hear Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud share his unique strategy against al-Shabaab while fighting for national unity amidst Somaliland’s independence push. British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood proposes a radical reform of the UK asylum system, emphasizing deterrence and temporary refugee status—offering a fresh perspective on a contested issue.

Nov 16, 2025 • 12min
Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 16/11/2025
Shabana Mahmood, the Labour Home Secretary with a passionate immigrant background, discusses her party's ambitious proposals to address the UK's 'broken' asylum system, framing it as a moral imperative. Meanwhile, Conservative MP Chris Philp critiques these measures as mere gimmicks, advocating instead for stricter regulations and temporary refugee status. The conversations touch on accusations of racism in policy-making and the importance of party unity under Keir Starmer's leadership, showcasing a fierce debate on immigration that challenges both Labour and Conservative positions.

Jun 9, 2024 • 14min
Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 09/06/2024
Mel Stride defends PM after D-Day gaffe, while Farage critiques Sunak and Amber Rudd criticizes Farage. Shabana Mahmood and Stephen Flynn discuss Labour and SNP priorities.


