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May 26, 2024 • 1h 12min
76. Rachel Reeves: Britain’s next Chancellor?
Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, discusses funding the NHS, her relationship with Starmer compared to Blair and Brown, and the experience of being a woman in banking and politics. They explore economic policies, trade challenges, responsibilities of a chancellor, and navigating financial struggles.
May 25, 2024 • 1h 5min
75. The Greek Prime Minister vs Rishi Sunak: The Elgin Marbles, immigration, and the EU
The Greek Prime Minister discusses Greece's immigration solutions, EU relations, and the Elgin Marbles controversy. He shares insights on transparency in politics, reversing brain drain, and navigating personal and political realms. Tensions over cultural heritage and reflections on European summits are also explored.
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May 19, 2024 • 55min
74. Kwasi Kwarteng: Liz Truss, becoming Chancellor, and Britain on the brink (Part 2)
Former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kwasi Kwarteng, discusses Liz Truss, Boris Johnson, and the disastrous Truss-Kwarteng mini-budget. The podcast delves into the challenges of modern politics, decision-making under pressure, and Brexit outcomes. Reflects on past political decisions, leadership styles, and political judgment.
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May 12, 2024 • 44min
73. Kwasi Kwarteng: Boris Johnson, the British Empire, and Rwanda (Part 1)
Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng discusses the future of the Tory Party, New Labour's conservatism, Rishi Sunak, Rwanda, Brexit, Liz Truss, diversity in politics, and the British Empire in an engaging conversation with the hosts.
May 5, 2024 • 58min
72. Nancy Pelosi: From JFK's inauguration to fighting Donald Trump
Nancy Pelosi, the most politically powerful woman in America, shares insights on attending JFK's inauguration, fundraising in US politics, and her reflections on the Iraq War. They also discuss the Republican party's loyalty, challenges in passing healthcare reform, and the speaker's strengths and weaknesses as a political figure.
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Apr 28, 2024 • 1h 4min
71. Israel's former PM on why Netanyahu is finished, the settler movement, and corruption - Ehud Olmert
Former Israeli PM Ehud Olmert discusses two-state solutions, corruption charges, and political shifts in Israel. He reflects on his peace efforts, criticism of legal system, and negotiations with Palestine. The conversation delves into political landscape, Netanyahu's career, and calls for change in Israeli politics for peaceful coexistence.
Apr 21, 2024 • 1h 11min
70. Sadiq Khan: Faith, power, and the truth about Boris Johnson
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, discusses power dynamics, religion in politics, and decision-making challenges as a mayor. Topics include mental health stigma, empowering mayors for governance, and the complexities of political leadership. Khan also explores the immigrant experience, racial abuse, and the upcoming London election dynamics.
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Apr 14, 2024 • 1h 14min
69. The brutal truth about net zero and how to vanquish climate populists, with Dieter Helm
Britain's leading energy economist, Dieter Helm, discusses the challenges of achieving net zero emissions and the global energy transition. He emphasizes the importance of realistic perspectives in climate action and the need for effective investments. The conversation delves into the complexities of climate policy, global efforts for addressing climate change, and the significance of individual actions in reducing carbon footprints.
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Apr 7, 2024 • 56min
68. Israel-Gaza: How the conflict divided Britain and the US, with Ed Kessler
Ed Kessler, a leading expert in interfaith relations, discusses the generational split over Israel-Gaza, the role of Qatar in Middle East peace, and how international conflicts become domestic. The conversation covers the complexities of the Israel-Gaza conflict, fostering dialogue among Jews, Christians, and Muslims, navigating cultural tensions in authoritarian regimes and US universities, and the importance of communication and optimism in peace processes.
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Mar 31, 2024 • 1h 11min
67. A Tale of Two Spies: The former heads of MI5 and MI6 on the Iraq War, double agents, and the IRA
Former heads of MI5 and MI6, Eliza Manningham-Buller and John Sawers, discuss the ethics of intelligence work, evolving terrorism threats, challenges in handling covert sources, the courage of informants, Russian interference in elections, and navigating global challenges like climate change. They reflect on legal compliance in British intelligence and propose updates to governance principles.
