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Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins

Join Ian Collins on Talk for a lively, no-nonsense look at the day’s biggest stories, from politics and current affairs to culture and entertainment. Ian dives deep with expert guests, outspoken commentators, and compelling callers, bringing fresh angles and sharp analysis to everything making headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:43

Inside Belmarsh

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/06/06

This week, Ian is joined by Jonathan Levi and Dr Emma French, authors of the upcoming bookInside Belmarsh, for an eye-opening conversation about life inside Britain’s most notorious high-security prison—nicknamed ‘Hellmarsh’. With exclusive access to both inmates and staff, they reveal the harsh and often brutal realities behind the walls of Belmarsh, home to spies, terrorists, and killers, including Julian Assange, Wayne Couzens, and Southport murderer Axel Rudakubana. Hosted on Acast. See

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14:39

A Spy in the Family

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/06/06

This week, Ian speaks with investigative journalist and author Paul Henderson, who helped uncover an astonishing Cold War tale. A Spy in the Family tells the extraordinary true story of how a Soviet agent not only infiltrated Western intelligence networks—but also won the trust of a grieving mother. It's a gripping account of deception, espionage, and emotional betrayal that spans decades and continents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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15:37

The Real Manhunter

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/06/06

In the first of the TalkCrime series in association with CrimeCon, Ian speaks with Colin Sutton, former Senior Investigating Officer with the Metropolitan Police, who led more than 30 murder investigations between 2003 and 2011. Among his most notable cases are the hunt for Levi Bellfield and the re-investigation of Delroy Grant, known as the "Nightstalker." Sutton’s work on complex, high-profile crimes has earned him a reputation as one of the UK’s most respected detectives. Hosted on Acast. See

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28:51

'WOKE NONSENSE!'

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/02/03

Mike Graham, Russell Quirk, Peter Cardwell and some guy called Kevin O'Sullivan, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', to analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics this week include Heathrow's new runway, migrants and Donald Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:58

"TRUTH Was Withheld"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/01/27

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Kevin O'Sullivan, Mike Graham and Jeremy Kyle, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', to analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics this week include Southport killer Axel Rudakubana, Donald Trump declaring there are only two genders and Labour wanting to rejoin the EU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:59

'Major Scandal For Labour'

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2025/01/14

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Kevin O'Sullivan, Mike Graham and Russell Quirk, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', to analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics this week include the Labour Party, the NHS, Mark Zuckerberg and mass immigration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:33

"DEVASTATING IMPACT"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/12/09

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Kevin O'Sullivan, Benedict Spence and Candice Holdsworth, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', to analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics include Keir Starmer's Great Reset, Elgin Marbles and the Asylum Crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:00

"They Live In Echo Chambers"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/12/03

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Kevin O'Sullivan and Mike Graham, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics this week include Lame Duck Starmer, Idiot David Lammy & Net Zero, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:00

"They're ALL LYING"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/11/27

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Russell Quirk, Kevin O'Sullivan and Mike Graham, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics include Starmer's Farmer Revolt, Foreign Paedophile & Racist Dogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:00

"Disgusting Human Being"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/11/19

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Kevin O'Sullivan and Mike Graham, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Topics include: Justin Welby, Gary Lineker and PM Keir Starmer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:59

"Bed Wetting Horrendous Liberals"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/11/11

Julia Hartley-Brewer, Jeremy Kyle, Kevin O'Sullivan and the legendary James Whale, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. This week includes Donald Trump's US election win, the problem with Labour and the left-wing media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:00

"UK Elected A Communist!"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/11/08

Mike Graham, Alex Phillips, Kevin O'Sullivan, and the legendary James Whale, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. Labour's budget, Kamala Harris and even North Korea are among this week's topics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:00

"Sadiq Khan's A Disgrace"

Afternoon Empire with Ian Collins ·

2024/11/06

Mike Graham, Julia Hartley-Brewer, Kevin O'Sullivan, and Peter Bleksley, join forces for 'Clash Of The Titans', as Talk's heavyweights analyse, debate, discuss (and argue) over the biggest issues of the week. This week's topics include the Chris Kaba shooting, Peter Lynch's death and slavery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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