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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.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 1h 6min
66. Antony Gormley: Art, religion, and the battle for culture
Exploring the role of art in society and education post-Brexit, Antony Gormley discusses the intersection of art, religion, and creativity. Delve into his childhood memories, artistic influences, and political insights, with a focus on cultural preservation and promoting creativity in a changing world.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 1h 3min
65. Albin Kurti, Prime Minister of Kosovo: Vladimir Putin, surviving prison, and Serbia
The podcast covers topics like surviving prison, Putin's influence in Serbia, and geopolitical dynamics in Kosovo. It also delves into the challenges of self-determination, resilience of political prisoners, and complexities of diplomacy with autocratic leaders. The discussion explores nationalist aspirations, military tensions, and the relationship between Kosovo and Serbia.
Mar 11, 2024 • 1h 7min
64. Caroline Lucas: Leading the Green Party, leaving politics, and the importance of protest
Caroline Lucas discusses her leadership in the Green Party, the need for electoral reform, flaws in the political system, and the impact of Brexit on English politics. She debates the role of Greens in influencing Labour's policies and advocates for rethinking economic growth towards a well-being economy. The podcast also reflects on political shifts, future plans post-Parliament, and the growth of the Green Party.
Mar 8, 2024 • 43min
63. Sajid Javid: Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Shamima Begum (Part 2)
Sajid Javid discusses regrets in politics, challenges faced in the Shamima Begum case, and the future of the NHS. Insights on leadership, populism, healthcare crisis, mental health stigma, Liz Truss vs. Rishi Sunak, and navigating political complexities.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 42min
62. Sajid Javid: Austerity, the Tory leadership contest, and the problem with 'islamophobia' (Part 1)
Exploring overcoming racism and embracing heritage, Sajid Javid's political journey and authenticity in communication, addressing societal prejudices while maintaining diplomacy, the distinction between Islamophobia and anti-Muslim hatred, challenges in forming post-Brexit trade deals, and the case for rejoining the customs union.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
61. James Rubin: Working for Biden, American intervention, and the fight against Russian disinformation
Discussion on American intervention limits, Biden's foreign policy alignment, challenges of countering Russian disinformation, and the impact of social media on global politics. Insights on disinformation tactics, foreign interference challenges, and the decline of authority in the age of social media. Emphasis on combatting disinformation in the AI era and the evolving American narrative in a competitive global context.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 9min
60. Anthony Scaramucci: What it's like to be Donald Trump's Communications Director
Former Trump Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci discusses Trump's motivations, potential deals with Taylor Swift, and a second Trump presidency. The episode delves into the dynamics of political endorsements, working-class support for Trump, and scenarios for Democratic candidate replacement. The conversation also explores Trump's economic strategy, Biden's messaging, and the battle for influence between Trump and Taylor Swift.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 5min
59. Robert Sapolsky: The psychology behind Donald Trump, the science of stress, and the illusion of ‘free will’
Robert Sapolsky, a scientist specializing in stress and psychology, discusses the psychology behind Donald Trump, the science of stress, and the illusion of 'free will'. Other topics include baboon behavior and its political parallels, the impact of social media on politics, why poor Americans support Trump, the influence of race on jury decisions, the lack of empathy, and the genetic and environmental influences on mental health.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 5min
58. Humza Yousaf, First Minister of Scotland: Nicola Sturgeon, independence, and his family's escape from Gaza
Humza Yousaf, Scotland's First Minister and leader of the SNP, discusses the future of Scottish independence, working with Nicola Sturgeon, and his family's escape from Gaza. They also touch on the challenges of privacy in politics, the difficulties of Scottish independence, living in Gaza during times of terror, and the importance of communication skills for politicians.
