Cele mai bune UK Politics podcast-uri (2024)

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Israel Strikes Iran, Iran Strikes Back 44:09

4h ago44:09

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Host Roifield Brown is joined by Michael Kaplow from the Israel Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., to dissect recent developments in Middle Eastern geopolitics. They focus on the intense dynamics following Israel's recent military actions against an Iranian consulate in Syria and the consequential Iranian missile barrage. The episode delves into the…

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Labour and Law: Unemployment Rises and Politicians Criminalise Deepfakes 35:45

10h ago35:45

35:45

The latest UK Jobs data saw unemployment jump to a six month high. Bloomberg's economics reporter Irina Anghel joins us to talk through the figures. Plus, the government has announced legislation to criminalise the creation of deepfake images and videos as part of plans to tackle violence against women. We speak to Women and Equalities Select Commi…

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David Cameron, Donald Trump and UK Arms Sales – Politics Weekly UK podcast 36:42

6d ago36:42

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David Cameron made a surprise visit to Mar-a-Largo this week to visit Donald Trump. John Harris is joined by the Guardian’s political editor, Pippa Crerar, and the diplomatic editor, Patrick Wintour, to get the latest on the meeting. And as international pressure continues to build on Israel, John speaks to a former Israeli peace negotiator, Daniel…

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The BBC - A Conversation with Jane Mote 41:45

1d ago41:45

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In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown speaks with seasoned journalist and former head of the BBC in London, Jane Mote. They discuss the challenges facing the BBC, including financial pressures from its traditional license fee model and the broader decline of traditional media in the UK amidst digital transformation. Moat emphasises…

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Israel's Next Move: UK & Allies Await Response to Iran Attack 25:48

1d ago25:48

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UK jets helped Israel to fend off Iran's first-ever direct attack over the weekend, but Foreign Secretary David Cameron is now urging restraint from the Israeli government in its response. We discuss the foreign policy challenges with Bloomberg Managing Editor Adam Blenford, and Julie Norman, Senior Middle East Fellow at RUSI. Any escalation in the…

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Treading Water: Thames' Ticking Time Bomb 26:03

4d ago26:03

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Several banks have started offering the opportunity to bet against Thames Water's debt. It's the latest sign of an impending crisis at the UK's biggest water supplier, after it was labelled 'uninvestable' by its own shareholders. We talk through the company's options and what they could mean for customers and the government, with Bloomberg's Tasos …

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Why We Must Renationalise Water 11:26

5d ago11:26

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In the first of the Midatlantic Essays, I explain the failure of privatised water and why we need to bring it back into public ownership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Campaigning Talk: What Would a Good Election Look Like for Labour? 28:16

5d ago28:16

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The local election campaign is in full swing, but Rishi Sunak can't escape his own splintered party, with Boris Johnson grabbing the headlines with a speech in Canada. We ask Bloomberg UK Government Reporter Ellen Milligan how it's going for the PM. Labour meanwhile are determined to stick resolutely to their message of 'no complacency'. But what w…

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Fake It Till You Make It: AI's Disinformation Risk For Elections 25:20

6d ago25:20

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Meta's Nick Clegg told an event in London the social media giant isn't seeing artificial intelligence being used a on a "systemic basis" to disrupt elections arguing that the technology can be a 'sword and shield' against harmful content. We discuss the risks posted by AI and social media with our technology reporter Mark Bergen, and Keegan McBride…

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Bail and Bonds, A Tax on the Poor? Jeffrey J. Clayton 37:21

7d ago37:21

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The podcast episode from "Mid Atlantic" with host Roifield Brown features the topic of bail and criminal justice reform in the U.S., contrasting it with the UK's approach. The guest, Jeffrey J. Clayton, Executive Director of the American Bail Coalition, https://ambailcoalition.org provides insights into the complexities of the American bail system,…

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DC in DC: David Cameron Heads to Washington 26:05

7d ago26:05

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The UK's Foreign Secretary is in America to lobby for more funding for Ukraine. Our Managing Editor Brendan Scott explains Britain's changing role on the world stage and speculates how Cameron's meeting went with former president Donald Trump. Back at home, Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is also trying to raise some cash by tightening up non-dom r…

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The £3 Trillion Man: Britain's Bond Market Whisperer On Borrowing for the Government 26:08

8d ago26:08

26:08

Robert Stheeman has borrowed more than £3 trillion for the government in his 21 years running the Debt Management Office. He's been speaking to Bloomberg about the challenges of raising debt through a pandemic, the 2008 financial crash, and Liz Truss's premiership. Bloomberg's Alice Gledhill brings us details of her interview. Plus: the Resolution …

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Letter of the Law: Government Rift Over Arms Exports To Israel 25:55

11d ago25:55

25:55

A rift has emerged in the cabinet over a plan to suspend arms sales to Israel, with Rishi Sunak and David Cameron caught between Tory factions who support or oppose the move. Over 800 lawyers and academics have signed a letter to the Prime Minister warning Britain is breaching international law by continuing to allow arms sales. One of them, human …

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The Battle for Abortion Rights in Florida and Conservative Oblivion in the UK 43:22

12d ago43:22

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Roifield Brown and panel navigate through the turbulent political climates of both the United States and the UK, focusing on two major stories that have captured headlines and stirred considerable debate. The episode unfolds against the backdrop of Florida's contentious new six-week abortion law and the anticipation of a landslide victory for the L…

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Setting Up A Super-Majority: Poll Predicts A Labour Landslide 25:41

12d ago25:41

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A new poll is predicting a Labour super-majority of over 400 seats at the next general election. YouGov's Patrick English joins us to discuss the details of their projections, and our Political Editor Kitty Donaldson brings us Westminster's reaction. Plus, financial pressure mounts on Thames Water, the UK's biggest supplier. Our reporter Eamon Farh…

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Port Talbot and the future of British steel – Politics Weekly UK 21:07

13d ago21:07

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Thousands of jobs are due to be cut this year at Tata Steel in Port Talbot, putting the future of British steel under serious threat. The Guardian political correspondent Kiran Stacey hears from workers at the plant and people in the town, as well as shadow Wales secretary Jo Stevens, about what this could mean for the area and beyond. Help support…

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Levelling With Voters: Funding Struggles Threaten To Overshadow Local Elections 26:08

13d ago26:08

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With less than a month to go until local elections in England and Wales, our UK government editor Alex Morales tells us what's at stake for the parties. Local government funding is also in focus, as some councillors call for an independent review of the system for accessing 'Levelling Up' money. Graeme Atherton from the Centre for Inequality and Le…

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The Cold War in the Middle East 58:46

14d ago58:46

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Podcast Episode Summary: In this episode of Mid-Atlantic, host Roifield Brown sits down with Ian Sanders, host and producer of Cold War Conversations, to dive deep into the Cold War's impact on the Middle East. Through a detailed and engaging discussion, they explore the geopolitical dynamics, conflicts, and the roles of global superpowers in shapi…

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Hate Speech vs Free Speech: Why Scotland's New Law Is Making Political Waves 25:48

14d ago25:48

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Scotland's new law on hate crimes came into force this week, amid criticism from the likes of author JK Rowling. We discuss the law's expanded definition of hate speech with human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell. Also in the show: our reporter Jess Shankleman updates us on a crunch week for Thames Water and its financial troubles. Plus: Tiwa Abeba…

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Big Nasties: Government Spending Squeeze And Local Budget Cuts 34:58

19d ago34:58

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Meg Hillier, chair of the cross-party Public Accounts Committee, is warning of spending 'Nasties' in store for the next government in a new report, Bloomberg's UK Politics Editor Alex Morales brings us the details. Meanwhile, in local government, the spending nasties might already have arrived. Mayor of Hackney Caroline Woodley tells us how she's t…

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Is China a major threat to British democracy? – Politics Weekly UK 35:02

20d ago35:02

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Despite pressure from some Conservative MPs, the government stopped short of defining China as an official threat this week. How deep does Chinese interference in the UK go? John Harris speaks to the Guardian’s foreign leader writer Tania Branigan and deputy political editor, Peter Walker. As MPs break for Easter, they also discuss the state of the…

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Israel Isolated - Is This The End for Netanyahu? 50:07

20d ago50:07

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Host Roifield Brown looks into the escalating crisis in Gaza, its severe humanitarian implications, and the resulting shifts in Israel's global standing. Joined by Michael Kaplow of the Israel Policy Forum, the discussion centres on the unfolding human tragedy in Gaza, where an imminent famine threatens millions, and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF…

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An Age-Old Divide: Tory Resignations And The UK's Youngest Baroness 23:44

20d ago23:44

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Two more Conservative ministers have announced they won't be contesting the next election, prompting a mini-cabinet reshuffle for Rishi Sunak. Bloomberg's Associate Editor Ailbhe Rea joins us with the details. Plus, at 28 years old Carmen Smith is the UK's youngest member of the House of Lords. The Plaid Cymru politician talks to us about youth eng…

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Hacking Democracy: UK, US Sanction China For Stealing Voter Data 29:27

21d ago29:27

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The UK and the US have accused China of cyberattacks targeting politicians, voters' data, and election regulators in an election year. Our TV anchor and former Beijing Correspondent in London Tom Mackenzie explains how Britain's relationship has gone so awry and what these latest claims mean. Plus, looking for a job? It might help to have the lette…

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The Political Earthquakes in Ohio and the UK's Conservative Crisis 45:23

22d ago45:23

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In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown, from Birmingham, engages in a riveting discussion on the latest political developments on both sides of the Atlantic, focusing on Bernie Moreno's recent victory in the Ohio GOP Senate primary and the unfolding challenges facing UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. With the insights of political anal…

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Locked In: £11bn Commitment To Secure The 'Grey Vote' 28:15

22d ago28:15

28:15

Jeremy Hunt says the pensions triple lock will feature in the upcoming Conservative manifesto and Labour are also 'committed' to the policy. But despite political backing, others disagree - Lord David Willetts, President of the Resolution Foundation tells us why the pension guarantee should be scrapped. Plus, Bloomberg analysis shows local Tory can…

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It's All Kicking Off: Bank of England Ponders Cuts As Politicians Talk Football 25:53

25d ago25:53

25:53

The latest Bank of England update is moving markets but British Politicians are focused on football. Senior Economics Editor Philip Aldrick brings us the latest on the Bank of England's rate cutting path. Plus, we dissect the controversy surrounding changes to the England Flag on the Nike's Euro 2024 kit with and former England player, football exe…

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Hesters Hate and The Reality for UK Black Politicians 29:37

25d ago29:37

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Description: One week after Frank Hestor's attack on Diane Abbott, we explore the persistent challenges of racism and misogyny within the British political landscape. Our distinguished panel, featuring MP Claudia Webb, Leah Brown from Broadstairs Consulting, and political analyst Corey Bernard, look at the troubling experiences faced by black women…

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An Irish Goodbye: Varadkar's Legacy And Starmer's Race Problem 30:28

26d ago30:28

30:28

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar stunned the political world with his resignation - we discuss what his departure means for the future of Ireland with former Irish ambassador to the United States, Daniel Mulhall. Plus, Keir Starmer's commitment to diversity is under question the Labour Party's adviser on race Doreen Lawrence reportedly said he fai…

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When will Rishi Sunak’s zombie parliament end? Politics Weekly UK 33:45

27d ago33:45

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Jeremy Hunt has implied the election will be in October, but even with a boost from falling inflation figures, can Rishi Sunak really hold this zombie government together for the next seven months? And what does Rachel Reeves’s Mais lecture tell us about Labour’s economic vision in these grim times? John Harris is joined by former No 10 director of…

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Reeves' Economic Vision: Labour Questioned On Spending and Rishi Sunak Pressured Over Rwanda 25:57

27d ago25:57

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Today's edition of PMQS saw Rishi Sunak grilled on the progress of the Rwanda deal and criminal prosecutions, we discuss the Prime Minister's performance. Plus, yesterday the Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves delivered her big economic vision-setting Mais lecture. What did we learn? Panmure Gordon's Chief Economist Simon French joins us with more. H…

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Picking A Winner: Rishi Sunak Bets On The Economy 26:30

28d ago26:30

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The prestigious Mais economics lecture will be delivered by Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves today. We take a trip down memory lane and revisit Rishi Sunak's address with Bloomberg's economics reporter Tom Rees. Meanwhile, Robinhood's new app will give UK traders access to thousands of US listed stocks, the company's president Jordan Sinclair tells …

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A Miserable Business: Economic Woes Pile Pressure On The PM 26:42

29d ago26:42

26:42

The UK Misery Index - based on Bloomberg analysis of unemployment and inflation data is nearing 1997 Conservative election wipe-out levels, we dig into the latest figures with Bloomberg's Irina Anghel. Local councils are also feeling the pinch and delays to levelling up funding haven't helped according to former Liverpool City Mayor Joanne Anderson…

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Not a May Day: Sunak Dispels Election Speculation, But Challenges Remain 26:15

1M ago26:15

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Rishi Sunak has ruled out a general election to coincide with local and mayoral votes on May 2nd, but what does his decision mean for Tory party strategy? We get the details from Bloomberg's UK government editor Stuart Biggs and analysis from Hanover communications guru Gavin Megaw. Plus, could a bit of the mundane be what the country needs? Bloomb…

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Mitch McConnell Legacy and Controversy - Ira Shapiro 1:10:09

1M ago1:10:09

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Host Roifield Brown engages with Ira Shapiro, the author of "The Betrayal," to dissect the legacy of Senator Mitch McConnell. The discussion delves into McConnell's significant yet contentious 17-year tenure as the top Republican in the U.S. Senate, a period marked by strategic mastery and polarizing partisanship. Shapiro, offering insights from hi…

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Reckoning with Racism: Westminster Struggles To Respond 26:02

1M ago26:02

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Diane Abbott says race "is at the heart of the debate in British politics", after she was the target of racist remarks reportedly made by a top Tory donor. Our political editor Kitty Donaldson reports on how the controversy is putting further pressure on Rishi Sunak's leadership. The comments have sparked a wider debate on racism in the UK. We get …

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Frank Hester, the Tory party and racism – Politics Weekly UK 34:34

1M ago34:34

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The Conservative party faces yet another crisis week as a major donor is accused of racism in a Guardian investigation and the MP for the red wall seat of Ashfield, Lee Anderson, announces his defection to Reform UK. The Guardian’s John Harris asks columnist Gaby Hinsliff and political correspondent Kiran Stacey why Rishi Sunak can’t seem to get hi…

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Tory Racism Row: Donor's Comments Overshadow PMQs, Despite Better Economic News 26:05

1M ago26:05

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Controversial comments by Conservative Party donor Frank Hester dominated much of this week's Prime Minister's questions, with Rishi Sunak describing the reported remarks as "wrong" and "racist". Opposition leader Keir Starmer also questioned the PM on his plans to phase out National Insurance, while making the case for a Labour government. Plus: t…

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Telegraphing & Forecasting: Media Takeover Latest And MPs Quiz the OBR 25:52

1M ago25:52

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Rupert Murdoch's News Corp and the owners of the Daily Mail have held talks about a potential joint bid for the Telegraph with UAE-backed investment fund Redbird IMI, people familiar with the matter have told Bloomberg. Our global business editor Jamie Nimmo bring us details of the exclusive reporting, and tells us why the media deal is getting so …

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Jockeying For Position: Lee Anderson Joins Reform UK 25:15

1M ago25:15

25:15

The former deputy chairman of the Conservative party, Lee Anderson, has joined Richard Tice's Reform UK party. Our Political Editor Kitty Donaldson tells us what the move means for Anderson's old and new parties. Plus: new Brexit rules are making life more different for Irish horses travelling to Cheltenham. Our Dublin reporter Olivia Fletcher brin…

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Westminster After May: Dawn Butler, Caroline Nokes on Being a Woman in Parliament 25:20

1M ago25:20

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The second woman to become prime minister, Theresa May, has announced she will be leaving parliament at the next election. Although the former PM was known for Brexit, she also was a champion of getting more women involved in public life. It's a task that seems ever harder in the age of social media and abuse. We discuss the realities of being a wo…

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The 2024 Spring Budget with Raj Kandola: Insights and Implications 13:36

1M ago13:36

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In this episode of Mid Atlantic, we welcome Raj Kandola, Director of External Affairs at the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, to dissect the 2024 Spring Budget announced by UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. As the nation moves closer to the next general election, this budget has garnered attention for its strategic tax adjustments, investment allo…

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Down The Rabbit Hole: Unpicking Hunt's Budget 26:05

1M ago26:05

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As pundits decry an absent 'rabbit in the hat' moment during the Chancellor's Budget, we reflect on the announcements with Bloomberg's Chief UK Economist Dan Hanson and government reporter Joe Mayes. Plus: our interview with Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves, and tax expert Dan Neidle gives his perspective on the Treasury's giveaways. Hosted by Carol…

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The Spring Budget: more cuts to come? – Politics Weekly UK 34:02

1M ago34:02

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The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by the former Conservative chief secretary to the Treasury David Gauke and the economist and Labour candidate Miatta Fahnbulleh to go through today’s budget announcements. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspodDe către The Guardian

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Super Tuesday Special: The Age Factor and Beyond - Steve Hewitt 16:28

1M ago16:28

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Today we look into the dynamics of the American presidential race, focusing on the Super Tuesday and the unique characteristics of this election cycle. Join us as we explore insights from Dr. Steve Hewitt, an associate professor of North American history at Birmingham University, shedding light on the age factor, potential legal challenges, and the…

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At Last, the Budget: National Insurance Cut, Child Benefit Reform & Non Doms No More 24:07

1M ago24:07

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The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has unveiled details of his long-awaited Budget, with tax cuts he's hoping will revive his party's ratings in the polls. Among the key measures: a two percentage point cut to National Insurance contributions, raising the threshold at which child benefit is taxed, abolishing the non-domiciled tax status and introducing a B…

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Bullish on Britain: CEOs Lead A New Wave Of Optimism 26:15

1M ago26:15

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UK business leaders are more optimistic about the state of the economy. We bring you a special report ahead of the budget. CEOs including WPP's Mark Read, British Land's Simon Carter and M&S Chair Archie Norman tell us why things might not be as bad as they seem. Kallum Pickering, Senior Economist at Berenberg is also in the bullish camp. Plus, Blo…

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Close To The Limits: Jeremy Hunt's Budget Dilemma 28:46

1M ago28:46

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Jeremy Hunt is under pressure to include further giveaways in Wednesday's budget. We discuss the politics of tax cuts with former Cabinet minister David Gauke, who warns us the government is already close to its fiscal limits. The Chancellor is also eyeing ways to get more small investors to put their money in UK shares. Paul Stevens, Head of Quote…

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The Guardian’s new podcast series about AI: Black Box – prologue 14:36

2M ago14:36

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We wanted to bring you this episode from our new series, Black Box. In it, Michael Safi explores seven stories and the thread that ties them together: artificial intelligence. In this prologue, Hannah (not her real name) has met Noah and he has changed her life for the better. So why does she have concerns about him? If you like what you hear, make…

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Shut Downs and Islamophobia 56:24

2M ago56:24

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Summary: Today we look at the high-stakes drama of American politics amidst looming government shutdown threats and internal GOP conflicts. Joined by experts Tonye Altrade, Aram Fischer, Logan Phillips, and Zee Cohen Sanchez, the conversation explores Speaker Mike Johnson's contentious budgeting strategies, the Republican Party's internal struggles…

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