

Where Politics Meets History
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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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Feb 26, 2022 • 1h 31min
311. Ukraine & Its Consequences
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss all matters Ukraine. Only one subject in town this week. Smut Quota: Zero

Feb 19, 2022 • 2h 12min
310. Storm Jacqui
Iain Dale & Jacqui Smith discuss the storms, Ukraine, Prince Andrew, Angela Rayner’s shooting comments, the Winter Olympics and the Post Office computer scandal. There are tears too. Smut quota: High

Feb 12, 2022 • 1h 30min
309. Khan Gets Dick Out
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss the resignation of Cressida Dick, Jacqui’s encounter with Nigel Farage, Kurt Zouma, Ukraine, Covid, Economic Growth, Neil Coyle, John Mjaor, Gillian Keegan, Keir Starmer being jostled, the NHS recovery plan, the mini reshuffle, Iain’s forthcoming appearance on Eggheads and the For the Many tour. Smut quota: Low

Feb 5, 2022 • 1h 58min
308. Away Day in Hawarden
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith talk about Boris Johnson’s week of travails, Levelling Up, the Energy Crisis. Raith Rovers, Northern Ireland, Ukraine and much more besides, and they’re joined for the Q&A by podcaster Richard Sefton. Smut quota: Low to middling

Jan 29, 2022 • 2h 5min
307. Dick Out
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss the Metropolitan Police’s intervention in the Sue Gray inquiry and what it means for Boris Johnson, the latest on Ukraine, the government’s Way to Work plan, the resignation of Lord Agnew, Joe Rogan and the For the Many Live event, which has sold out. Smut level: Low to middling

Jan 22, 2022 • 2h 10min
306. Read ‘Em and Weep
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss the week’s news in politics including the so-called Pork pie plot, Christian Wakeford’s defection, David Davis’s killer question, the art of whipping, Ukraine, the cost of living crisis, the future of the BBC, the death of Meat Loaf, interviewees’ verbal tics and age discrimination on Tinder. Make sure you listen to the end to hear how Oliver Turner has been leaked some of the contents of Sue Gray’s report, including what really happened on April 16th in Downing Street. Smut quota: Disappointingly low.

Jan 16, 2022 • 41min
305. Sorry, Not Sorry (Part 2)
In their longest podcast ever (well, it’s been a busy news week!) Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss more parties at Number 10, Boris Johnson’s apology, Sue Gray, the Metropolitan Police Parties, Jacob Rees Mogg insults Scotland, Keir Starmer at PMQs, Chinese Whispering Barry Gardiner, Prince Andrew, Russia/Ukraine talks in Geneva, NHS Waiting lists. Iain on Eggheads, Michael Gove getting stuck in a lift, Jeremy Corbyn’s new party, VIP PPE, Cricket and Iain joining Tiktok. Smut quota: Low. (PART 2)

Jan 16, 2022 • 1h 46min
305. Sorry, Not Sorry (Part 1)
In their longest podcast ever (well, it’s been a busy news week!) Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss more parties at Number 10, Boris Johnson’s apology, Sue Gray, the Metropolitan Police Parties, Jacob Rees Mogg insults Scotland, Keir Starmer at PMQs, Chinese Whispering Barry Gardiner, Prince Andrew, Russia/Ukraine talks in Geneva, NHS Waiting lists. Iain on Eggheads, Michael Gove getting stuck in a lift, Jeremy Corbyn’s new party, VIP PPE, Cricket and Iain joining Tiktok. Smut quota: Low.

Jan 8, 2022 • 2h 1min
304. Geidt & Venom
Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith spend two hours in a very meaty episode discussing their Christmases, Lord Geidt & Boris Johnson, the latest Covid developments, the Gay Cake, Molly Mae Hague, Keir Starmer’s big New Year’s speech, the Colston 4 Verdict, the Cost of Living, Tony Blair’s knighthood, Joe Biden’s speech, the Kazakhstan protests, Novak Djokovic, Prince Andrew, Geoff Hoon and, er, selling farts in a jar. Smut quota: Low

Jan 1, 2022 • 1h 19min
303. The For the Many Awards 2021
Iain & Jacqui's For the Many Awards 2021