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Where Politics Meets History

Where Politics Meets History

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Summary

 Join broadcaster Iain Dale and historian Dr Tessa Dunlop as they take a fresh look at the biggest news of the week - through the lens of history. Because nothing is ever truly new, and history has a habit of repeating itself. With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way. Subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.comCopyright Global Radio Political Science Politics & Government World
Episodes
  • 122. Harborne Free

    122. Harborne Free
    May 8 2026

    Iain and Tessa discuss Nigel Farage's £5m gift from Thai businessman Cristopher Harborne, how Plaid Cymru grew into the force it is now, whether this podcast plays to their egos and more!
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 121. Bright Ideology

    121. Bright Ideology
    May 5 2026

    Iain and Tessa speak about Zack Polanski's Twitter antics, whether Iain is actually a liberal, whether grief counselling is a good idea - and more.
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    51 mins
  • 120. I Just Can't Wait To (Meet The) King

    120. I Just Can't Wait To (Meet The) King
    Apr 30 2026

    Iain and Tessa discuss the King's state visit to the United States, how to stop the Jewish community feeling unsafe in the UK, whether the SNP get enough scrutiny, Tessa's exciting event in Parliament and more.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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All stars
Most relevant
Sensible, yet trivial
Moral, yet vulgar
The great Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss major events of the day from the point of view of two friends who can disagree with mutual respect.
Unmissable

A weekly treat.

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Iain and Jacqui are THE original disagreeing agreeably podcast hosts - interesting perspectives on serious stuff with regular belly laughs and chuckles too.

Terrific mix of the serious and fun

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You will hear very little (if any) right wing political opinion from Ian Dale to balance Jacqui Smith's left wing views. It's basically a party political broadcast on behalf of the Labour Party which is a shame as Ian claims to have been a Thatcherite in his day. People tend to move rightward as they get on a bit but not this guy.

A bit more balance would be good but I'm still listening after a few years, mostly for their non-political banter which is priceless.

The is a party political broadcast by the Labour Party

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