Where Politics Meets History
Global
Join broadcaster Iain Dale and historian Dr Tessa Dunlop as they take a fresh look at the biggest news of the week - through the lens of history. Because nothing is ever truly new, and history has a habit of repeating itself.
With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way.
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With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way.
Subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.
For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
Episodes
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Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 21min
425. That's a Hard One
Iain and Jacqui talk the Rwanda Bill, Harry hacking, Mark Drakeford, a two-state solution, the heroism of David Davis and loads more besides! Smut quota: Fair to Middling.
Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 6min
424. You're So Vain
Iain and Jacqui discuss Starmer's thoughts on Thatcher, cutting legal immigration, the Rwanda plan causing chaos in Westminster, toilet breaks, the rising licence fee, the COVID inquiry and loads more. Smut Quota: Lower this week, as the duo records from an ITV green room.Listeners, please submit your choices for our Best Of episode to forthemany@global.com, citing the episode number, title and timecode of your favourite bits!
Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 23min
423. Death and Destruction
Iain and Jacqui discuss COP28, the row over the Elgin Marbles, the death of Henry Kissinger, Alistair Darling, Shane MacGowan and Dean Sullivan, Royal troubles, Ursula von der Leyen's comments on Britain rejoining the EU, strife in the Lib Dems, Jonny Reynolds, Christmas Number Ones and their appearance in Northampton. Smut quota: Very low unless you find Iain's sniffles a turn-on.
Nov 24, 2023 • 1h 13min
422. The Graceland of Malvern
Iain and Jacqui discuss the Autumn Statement, a hostage deal in Israel and Gaza, immigration figures rising, the Dutch election, Cliff Richard on Elvis Presley, the Home Secretary saying 'shit' and loads more. Smut quota: Middling.
Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 25min
421. Devil Woman
Iain and Jacqui discuss the latest battle between Rishi Sunak and Suella Braverman over Rwanda and stopping the boats. They chat more about the reshuffle, Labour’s problems over Gaza, the Autumn Statement, Nadine’s book, Cliff Richard and, er, Muffwash. Smut quota: Must do better.
Nov 14, 2023 • 33min
420. Daddy's Home
Iain and Jacqui reconvene (during Iain's holiday!) for an emergency recording, breaking down the cabinet reshuffle which saw the return of David Cameron and the sacking of Suella Braverman! Smut Quota: Stop it! This is serious business!
Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 52min
419. Parisian Bedbugs
Iain and Jacqui discuss Suella Braverman's response to the planned pro-Palestine marches, the King's Speech, Iain's visit to Number 10, Jacqui's visit to Paris, the COVID inquiry, the AI summit and loads more. Smut Quota: Normal Service Has Been Resumed
Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 46min
418. Nappy Valley
Zoe Williams sits in whilst Jacqui takes a well-earned birthday break in bedbug-ridden Paris. Iain and Zoe discuss the situation in Gaza, the COVID inquiry, Keir Starmer's leadership, kids going to school in nappies, the King's visit to Kenya, internships, AI images of Iain and much more. Disagreement quota: High!
Oct 27, 2023 • 1h 48min
417. Copy That!
Topics discussed in this podcast include Keir Starmer's position on Gaza, Jeremy Hunt's future, Rachel Reeves's book, British values, political podcast fatigue, controversy and dilemma over a pro-Israel stance, AI summit and opportunities/risks, challenges faced by MPs, Western troops in Palestine and Ukraine support, immigration and multiculturalism, clickbaity headlines and over-sensational news coverage, underpants and voting preferences, and an upcoming interview with Nat West CEO.
Oct 21, 2023 • 1h 50min
416. Malvern Waters
Iain and Jacqui discuss the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza, the results from the recent by-elections, Richard Madeley, culture wars, Peter Bone, the BBC and terrorists and much more.
