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Political Thinking with Nick Robinson

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Dec 6, 2024 • 50min

The Nick Clegg One

Nick Robinson speaks to Sir Nick Clegg about life as Mark Zuckerberg's right hand man at Meta and the transition from Westminster to Silicon Valley. He responds to challenges on regulation of social media companies and issues a warning about the political power of Elon Musk.Producer: Daniel Kraemer
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Nov 29, 2024 • 49min

The Husam Zomlot One

Husam Zomlot, the Head of the Palestinian Mission to the UK, shares his poignant experiences growing up in a Gaza camp. He reflects on the interplay of hope and despair within the Palestinian narrative, weaving personal stories of resilience amid conflict. Zomlot passionately discusses the complexities of genocide allegations and the moral responsibilities in international diplomacy. He emphasizes Britain's historical role and contemporary responsibilities in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict while highlighting a growing global solidarity for Palestine.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 38min

The Daisy Cooper One

The Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats reflects on her journey from campaigning as a child against nuclear weapons and scratchy jumpers, to being at the heart of the third-largest party in parliament.Producer: Daniel Kraemer
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Nov 14, 2024 • 44min

The Mark Rowley One

Sir Mark Rowley, the Metropolitan Police Commissioner, shares his journey back to the force during a time of crisis. He discusses the complexities of modern policing, including the impact of online extremism and the challenges of budget cuts. Rowley emphasizes the importance of community involvement in ensuring safety and outlines his efforts to rebuild public trust in the police. With insights into the unique demands of policing London, he highlights the need for reform and adequate resources to tackle contemporary issues.
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Nov 8, 2024 • 41min

The Darren Jones One

Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Treasury in Starmer's government, shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in Bristol to a pivotal role in politics. He recounts a surprising celebrity encounter with Cher on election eve, highlighting the whirlwind of campaign life. Jones reflects on the emotional landscape of significant political events and the complex nature of ambition and luck in politics. He also discusses the importance of understanding 'working people' and the accountability issues facing modern governance.
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Oct 31, 2024 • 38min

The Rupert Soames CBI One

How did Churchill's grandson end up at the top of British industry?Rupert Soames - Chair of the Confederation of British Industry - sits down with Nick Robinson to talk about this Labour government's first budget, which he claims did not offer enough "bang for the buck"Producer: Daniel Kraemer
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Oct 22, 2024 • 48min

The Kemi Badenoch for Leader One

Kemi Badenoch, a former Business Secretary and Conservative Party leadership candidate, shares her insights on what drives her political ambitions. She navigates her unique experience as an immigrant, discussing the complexity of citizenship and identity. Badenoch critiques current leadership strategies, advocating for teamwork over individualism during challenging times. She also connects her working-class roots to her political representation, emphasizing empathy and cultural understanding as vital for effective governance.
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Oct 18, 2024 • 43min

The Matt Goodwin One

The academic and author Matt Goodwin sat down with Nick Robinson in the aftermath of the riots that spread across the UK in the summer, to discuss whether there are 'legitimate grievences' that lay behind the violence, or just 'hate-fuelled mob violence sparked by misinformation.
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Oct 11, 2024 • 44min

The Tzipi Hotovely One

The Israeli Ambassador sits down with Nick Robinson on the week of the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack. They discuss what lies behind her worldview, the mindset of Israelis and the actions of her government.
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Oct 4, 2024 • 37min

The John Swinney One

The First Minister of Scotland sits down with Nick to reflect on his reluctant path to power.Producer: Daniel Kraemer

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