William Moore

Tim Shipman, a seasoned political editor, joins journalist Rachel Johnson, known for her cultural insights, and features editor William Moore for a lively discussion. They delve into British complicity in Iran’s crises, criticizing the Foreign Office's missteps. The trio explores whether Keir Starmer is channeling Gordon Brown's governance style. Rachel shares amusing anecdotes from her travels across the US, while they all tackle the Right’s growing obsession with race and even debate Elon Musk's controversial AI tool, Grok.

Joining the discussion are Michael Simmons, the Economics editor at The Spectator, who critiques Labour's fiscal strategies. William Moore, the Features editor, delves into societal issues and cultural commentary. Owen Matthews, an Associate editor, tackles Ukraine's political turmoil, including a scandal threatening President Zelensky. The panel also debates the ethics of AI recreating deceased loved ones and analyzes Hitler's anatomy in a historical context. Surprisingly, Owen shares insights from a mushroom retreat while William reflects on a decade-long dental delay!

Guests on the podcast discuss a range of interesting topics, from the Church of England's potential apology for Christianity to private landowners as conservationists, ayahuasca experiences in Colombia, warnings against pathological niceness in immigration debates, and a play at the Olivier about Nye Bevan.

Andrew Graystone, a journalist and theologian known for his insights into church affairs, joins features editor William Moore to unpack the convoluted selection process for the next Archbishop of Canterbury. They discuss why the vacancy has persisted for over six months, touching on intermittent scandals and the role of the Crown Nominations Commission. Their conversation reveals the intricate dynamics at play, including potential candidates, LGBTQ+ considerations, and the influence of the monarchy, making it a riveting tale of church politics.

Analyzing the London mayoral race with insights on candidate strategies. Advocating for babies with Down's syndrome rights. Reporting from Jerusalem on Israel's war. Revealing a surprising commonality with Kim Jong Un.