The Daily Heretic

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for raw, unfiltered conversations with icons who say what everyone else is too scared to. In this emotional and brutally honest interview, Robbie Williams sits down with Andrew Gold to confess something most stars never would — that he’s jealous of Lady Gaga. But not in the way you might think. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Robbie opens up about what it’s like to watch a new generation of artists redefine pop culture — and how that stirs something deep inside him. He talks about Gaga’s fearless creativity, her ability to reinvent herself, and the freedom she seems to have that he once craved. For the man behind “Angels” and “Let Me Entertain You”, it’s a rare glimpse of vulnerability and self-reflection. Is it admiration? Envy? Or something more existential — a longing to reconnect with the spark that fame once gave him? Robbie explores how the industry changes you, how artists evolve or get trapped by their own success, and why Gaga represents the kind of fearless artistic risk-taking he both loves and fears. He reflects on his own journey through superstardom, addiction, and reinvention — and the bittersweet truth about being both a legend and a fan. Expect laughter, honesty, and moments that cut deep. Robbie doesn’t hold back as he examines ego, creativity, and the strange mix of competitiveness and kinship that defines life in the spotlight. He also opens up about what happiness and purpose mean now that he’s no longer chasing the charts — and why envy, when faced honestly, can actually become fuel for growth. This is Robbie Williams like you’ve never seen him before — humble, self-aware, and deeply human. A confessional conversation that’s part therapy, part comedy, and completely Heretical. 🎧 Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQtPRjMacQQ&t=1s #RobbieWilliams #HereticsPodcast #HereticsClips #AndrewGold #LadyGaga #Fame #PopCulture #MusicIndustry #Creativity #Jealousy #Ego #TakeThat #Angels #CelebrityCulture #BritishMusic #Entertainment #Artistry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He overcame heroin addiction, crime and prison — but nothing prepared Cullan Mais for being cancelled over a podcast interview. After turning his life around and dedicating himself to helping addicts recover, Cullan found himself interrogated by his employers for daring to sit down with Laurence Fox. In this powerful episode of Heretics, Andrew Gold explores what really happened — and why one question, “Are you homophobic?”, nearly cost Cullan everything. 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more raw, uncensored interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Once a heroin addict and serial shoplifter who stole over £10 million worth of goods, Cullan Mais rebuilt his life from rock bottom. After 12 prison sentences, collapsed lungs, and multiple stints in rehab, he became a peer mentor, helping others escape addiction and find purpose. But when he invited outspoken actor and political commentator Laurence Fox onto his podcast, The Central Club, his employers demanded answers — and everything he’d worked for began to crumble. 💬 “They asked me, ‘Are you homophobic?’ — just because I spoke to Laurence Fox.” 💬 “They sent me on Far-Right extremist training.” 💬 “I lost my job for having open conversations.” This isn’t a story about politics — it’s a story about free speech, forgiveness, and hypocrisy. Andrew Gold sits down with Cullan to expose how “tolerance” in modern Britain can often mean silence — and how society seems to punish those who dare to engage with controversial voices rather than celebrate open dialogue. Cullan explains how he went from being labelled a criminal to a role model, only to be branded a bigot for speaking to someone unpopular. It’s a story that raises uncomfortable questions about cancel culture, moral outrage, and the limits of compassion. This is one of the most honest and thought-provoking Heretics interviews yet — exploring what happens when a reformed man’s second chance collides with Britain’s culture wars. 🔥 Topics Include: • Getting cancelled for interviewing Laurence Fox • “Are you homophobic?” — workplace interrogation • Addiction, relapse & redemption • Cancel culture & censorship in the UK • Free speech and the illusion of tolerance • How conversation became a crime • Why open dialogue matters more than ever #HereticsPodcast #CullanMais #LaurenceFox #CancelCulture #AndrewGold #FreeSpeech #TheCentralClub #AddictionToRedemption #UKPodcast #Censorship #RedemptionStory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos What if the British establishment had listened to Tommy Robinson? In this explosive interview, Andrew Gold sits down with Rupert Lowe to discuss one of the most controversial figures in modern British politics — and why his warnings were ignored for so long. Rupert Lowe, businessman, politician and leading Reform UK voice, argues that Britain’s ruling class turned a blind eye to issues like grooming gangs, uncontrolled immigration, and political corruption. By dismissing voices like Tommy Robinson’s as too extreme, did the establishment actually allow these problems to fester unchecked? 🔥 In this conversation you’ll discover: Why Rupert Lowe believes Tommy Robinson raised legitimate concerns. How political correctness and fear of criticism silenced urgent debates. What the media, police, and politicians really knew about grooming gangs. Why Rupert thinks Britain’s democracy is being undermined by elites. The consequences of ignoring uncomfortable truths about London, immigration, and national identity. Andrew Gold challenges Lowe on whether Robinson was a prophet ignored, or a divisive figure whose warnings came wrapped in controversy. Could the reluctance to engage with his message explain why Britain now faces crises in policing, free speech, and community trust? From Sadiq Khan’s London policies to the legacy of Tony Blair and Alastair Campbell, Rupert Lowe doesn’t hold back. He names the cover-ups, questions who truly governs Britain, and reveals why he believes the country is on the brink of decline. Is Britain’s future being decided by unelected bureaucrats and establishment insiders? Could the silencing of people like Robinson mark a turning point in free speech? And what does it all mean for ordinary citizens who feel ignored by those in power? This is one of Rupert Lowe’s most candid and unflinching interviews yet — a must-watch if you want to understand the tensions shaping Britain today. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe to Heretics Clips for fearless conversations, bold truths, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Hit the bell so you never miss an episode. #hereticspodcast #rupertlowe #tommyrobinson #reformuk #ukpolitics #britain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for raw, unfiltered interviews that the mainstream won’t touch: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos What if Poland holds the secret to protecting Europe’s freedom — and Britain is sleepwalking into disaster? 🇵🇱🇬🇧 In this explosive conversation, Polish MEP Dominik Tarczyński joins Andrew Gold on Heretics to issue a stark warning: Britain’s values, borders, and freedoms are under siege. Known worldwide for his viral declaration that Poland would not accept “even one illegal migrant,” Tarczyński lays bare his controversial belief that mass immigration, Islamism, and political cowardice are eroding the very foundations of Western civilisation. He reveals: 👉 Why Poland’s tough immigration stance has preserved its identity while others crumble 👉 The shocking truth about Europe’s border crisis and what the UK media refuses to report 👉 What he really thinks about Tommy Robinson, political censorship, and Britain’s “woke” elites 👉 How he believes the EU and globalists are undermining national sovereignty — and what it means for you Tarczyński doesn’t pull punches. He calls out the hypocrisy of British politicians, challenges the meaning of words like “racist” and “far-right,” and insists his fight isn’t against Islam as a faith — but against radical ideologies that threaten Europe’s peace and cohesion. Is Poland the last line of defence for Western freedom? Or is Tarczyński’s brand of nationalism just another form of extremism? Whatever your view, this is one of the most electrifying, polarising, and thought-provoking interviews you’ll see this year. Watch the full podcast with Andrew Gold here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9phrhrz3gY&t=2385s #DominikTarczynski #ImmigrationCrisis #Heretics #AndrewGold #Poland #UKPolitics #FreedomOfSpeech #TommyRobinson #Islamism #Europe #Migration #CultureWar #WokeCulture #MEP #HereticsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for fearless conversations that test big ideas to breaking point: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos What does a real-world human rights lawyer make of utopian socialism — the dream of a perfectly just society? In this fiery, idea-by-idea showdown, Clive Stafford-Smith joins Andrew Gold to interrogate the promise and pitfalls of building paradise by design. Clive has spent decades on the frontlines defending those the state would rather forget. Tonight, he brings that lived experience into a no-nonsense debate on power, punishment, equality and the human cost of political ideals. Is utopian socialism a noble roadmap — or a seductive trap that ignores how people really behave? Can radical equality coexist with freedom of conscience and speech? Where do good intentions end and coercion begin? Clive pushes back hard on easy answers, challenging the moral shortcuts that both left and right are tempted to take. Expect sharp cross-examination, uncomfortable hypotheticals, and practical tests drawn from his cases: what happens to justice, due process and human dignity when a “perfect society” tries to enforce virtue? We probe the core dilemmas: Who decides the common good? What safeguards protect dissidents and minorities when the majority wants utopia now? And if punishment is meant to rehabilitate, what does that mean inside any system promising heaven on earth? Clive’s stance is principled, provocative and relentlessly humane — forcing us to confront the gap between political theory and the messy reality of human beings. If you’ve ever wondered whether utopia can survive contact with courts, prisons and ordinary human frailty, this episode is for you. Jump in, argue with us, and bring your best ideas. 💬 Tell us in the comments: What’s the non-negotiable safeguard any just society must keep — even if it slows the path to “utopia”? Hit Subscribe for more uncompromising debates with thinkers who don’t play it safe — and keep being a heretic. Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0CQVL46Wj0&t=26s #CliveStaffordSmith #UtopianSocialism #HereticsPodcast #AndrewGold #PoliticalPhilosophy #HumanRights #Justice #FreeSpeech #Equality #Debate #Ideas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips here: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Andrew Doyle has been warning for years about the creeping authoritarianism of woke culture — and in this blistering Heretics interview, Charlie Downes agrees with him completely. According to Charlie, the woke agenda hasn’t just damaged British liberalism… it’s destroyed it. This is not a polite panel debate. Charlie, the outspoken voice behind Restore Britain, pulls no punches as he lays out how identity politics, cancel culture, and ideological intolerance have taken over once-open institutions. He argues that the classic liberal principles Britain was built on — free speech, open debate, tolerance of different opinions — have been eroded by a new wave of activists who demand ideological conformity. From universities that silence dissenting voices to public figures being hounded out of their careers for thought crimes, Charlie explains why he believes the UK is now in a cultural crisis. And he’s not just talking about Twitter spats — he’s talking about the real-world consequences: fractured communities, declining trust, and a society increasingly unable to have honest conversations. Andrew Doyle has long called out this authoritarian streak in progressive politics, and Charlie makes the case that Doyle is absolutely right. Together with Andrew Gold, he digs into how woke orthodoxy spread so quickly, why so many politicians capitulated to it, and what needs to happen if Britain is ever going to reclaim its liberal values. If you’ve felt uneasy about the direction the UK is heading — whether on free speech, cultural identity, or political honesty — you need to hear this. Expect hard truths, uncomfortable examples, and a roadmap for how Britain might fight back against the forces tearing it apart. 👉 Subscribe now to Heretics Clips for more fearless conversations that take on the cultural establishment, expose hypocrisy, and defend free thought in an age of conformity. 🎯 Whether you agree with Charlie or not, you’ll come away questioning what’s left of British liberalism — and whether it can be saved at all. Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpByhkLiG48 #AndrewDoyle #CharlieDownes #HereticsClips #FreeSpeech #BritishLiberalism #WokeCulture #UKPolitics #RestoreBritain #CancelCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips for fearless, good-faith conversations that others won’t touch: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos How do offenders hide “in plain sight” on London’s canals and rivers? In this gripping Heretics interview, former Scotland Yard detective and whistleblower Jon Wedger sits down with Andrew Gold to explain why he focused his investigations on Britain’s waterways—and what he learned about patterns of movement, blind spots in oversight, and the risks faced by those who speak out. Wedger recounts his frontline experience, detailing how informal boating communities, transient moorings and jurisdictional gaps can frustrate investigators and protect the very people they’re trying to track. Inside, Jon shares: 👉 The investigative tactics he used while hunting predators on canals and towpaths 👉 How, in his view, multi-agency silos and under-resourcing slow urgent cases 👉 The red flags and behaviours that members of the public should recognise 👉 Why whistleblowers can face pushback, career jeopardy and isolation Staying tightly focused on Wedger’s testimony, Andrew probes the paper trails, procedures and practical fixes—from better data-sharing and coordinated patrols to victim-first safeguarding—and keeps the conversation on evidence, not sensationalism. Jon explains why he believes some cases stall without explanation, how months of work can be derailed overnight, and why he continued despite pressure to “leave it alone.” This is one of the most unsettling and essential episodes we’ve released: a rare, candid account from a veteran investigator who says the system can be outmanoeuvred on the water. Whether you’re a parent, policymaker or concerned Londoner, Jon’s story raises urgent questions about accountability, resources and the courage to confront hard truths. Agree or disagree, you’ll come away with a clearer picture of how these investigations really unfold—and what might actually help. Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFSBxf4YWrA&t=3091s #JonWedger #Heretics #AndrewGold #LondonWaterways #BritishWaterways #UKPolicing #Whistleblower #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #InvestigativeJournalism #CanalBoats #LawEnforcement #Accountability #PublicSafety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is ITV quietly replacing its most authentic stars to fit a political agenda? In this explosive Heretics interview, Andrew Gold sits down with Carol McGiffin — one of Britain’s most outspoken broadcasters — to discuss why she believes Rylan Clark has become another casualty of ITV’s “woke” culture war. 👉 Subscribe to Heretics Clips for more fearless, unfiltered conversations: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos For more than two decades, Carol McGiffin was one of ITV’s biggest personalities — a household name thanks to her sharp humour and straight-talking style on Loose Women. But after walking away from the network in 2023, she’s speaking out about what she calls a toxic shift in the broadcaster’s values, where outspoken voices are quietly sidelined in favour of “safe” corporate faces. In this unfiltered conversation, Carol reacts to Rylan Clark’s recent career struggles and media headlines, suggesting that even beloved presenters aren’t immune from ITV’s obsession with image and compliance. She argues that British television is now more concerned with diversity optics and social approval than with authenticity or talent — and that Rylan, like many others before him, has been reshaped to suit the network’s modern narrative. Expect bold opinions and insider revelations as Carol opens up about: How ITV lost touch with its audience in pursuit of political correctness Why she believes Rylan Clark is another “casualty” of media conformity How fear of backlash has replaced genuine creativity in TV What really goes on behind the scenes at Loose Women and other ITV shows And why the culture of compliance is killing free speech in entertainment This is Carol McGiffin uncensored — sharp, fearless, and brutally honest about the direction of modern television. Whether you agree or not, her words are a wake-up call about what’s happening to British media behind closed doors. 🎧 Watch the full Heretics episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dnts2vFc3oM #CarolMcGiffin #RylanClark #ITV #LooseWomen #AndrewGold #Heretics #CancelCulture #WokeCulture #BritishTelevision #FreeSpeech #CultureWars #Media #UKNews #HereticsClips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for explosive interviews that pull no punches: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Is the rise of woke radical liberalism actually making race relations worse? In this thought-provoking Heretics interview, Canadian-born political scientist Eric Kaufmann argues that today’s brand of identity politics is fueling a backlash — and could ultimately set back the very causes it claims to advance. Kaufmann, now a Professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham, has spent decades studying nationalism, political demography, and cultural identity. After two decades at Birkbeck, University of London, he resigned in 2023 citing political differences and an increasingly stifling academic climate. His research challenges many mainstream narratives, especially when it comes to race, immigration, and the polarising effects of woke ideology. In this incisive conversation, you’ll discover: Why Kaufmann believes radical liberalism is deepening racial divides rather than healing them. How critical race theory and diversity initiatives can inadvertently create resentment. The role of media and academia in entrenching a culture of grievance. Why open debate on sensitive issues is being replaced with moral absolutism. How immigration, national identity, and political tribalism intersect with racial politics. What history can teach us about the unintended consequences of cultural overreach. Andrew Gold pushes Kaufmann to explain whether the backlash is an inevitable reaction or a deliberate political strategy by opponents of wokeness. They also explore whether it’s possible to build a truly inclusive society without stoking division — and what role free speech must play in that process. Kaufmann’s perspective isn’t about denying racism exists — it’s about questioning whether the current radical, activist-driven approach is the right path forward. He warns that suppressing dissent and framing all disagreement as bigotry risks alienating moderates, energising extremists, and polarising society even further. Whether you see his warnings as a necessary reality check or a controversial challenge to progressive orthodoxy, this interview will make you rethink the cultural dynamics shaping race relations today. ➡️ Watch the full interview now and share your view in the comments: Are woke radical liberals creating a race backlash — or are they confronting uncomfortable truths? 🎥 Full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bvf2ZV0qwBA #EricKaufmann #Heretics #WokeCulture #RaceRelations #IdentityPolitics #Nationalism #Immigration #CultureWar #FreeSpeech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Subscribe to Heretics Clips now for explosive interviews that pull no punches: https://www.youtube.com/@hereticsclips/videos Why do some strands of modern feminism seem to have lost touch with reality? In this no-holds-barred Heretics interview, GB News presenter, author, and free speech advocate Andrew Doyle explains why he believes certain radical feminist factions have become ideologically deluded — and why it’s damaging not only public debate, but the very cause they claim to defend. Doyle, author of Free Speech and The New Puritans, has built a reputation for dissecting cultural dogmas with wit, logic, and unflinching honesty. Here, he turns his attention to what he sees as the most extreme and self-defeating elements within modern feminism — groups that, in his view, are alienating the public, undermining women’s rights, and embracing positions that crumble under scrutiny. In this conversation, you’ll discover: How some feminist activism has drifted from equality into ideological rigidity. Why tribal loyalty often trumps rational discussion in these circles. The way performative outrage and victimhood culture distort public perception. How free speech is suppressed when certain feminist dogmas are challenged. The parallels Doyle draws between radical feminism and other moral crusades throughout history. Why he believes open debate — not censorship — is the only way forward. Doyle argues that the loudest, most extreme voices often claim to speak for all women, yet frequently silence dissenting female perspectives. He examines how this approach fuels public backlash, strengthens opposition, and erodes trust in genuine gender equality campaigns. With his trademark mix of humour and sharp analysis, Doyle also looks at the media’s role in amplifying these narratives — and the double standards that emerge when certain ideologies are protected from criticism. Whether you agree with him or not, this is a provocative and thought-provoking exploration of one of the most contentious debates in modern culture. ➡️ Watch the full interview now and join the discussion in the comments: Has modern feminism lost its way — or are its critics missing the point? 🎥 Full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFITb6PSrRY #AndrewDoyle #Heretics #FreeSpeech #ModernFeminism #FeministDebate #CultureWar #GBNews #TheNewPuritans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices