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Coffee House Shots

Daily political analysis from The Spectator"s top team of writers, including Michael Gove, Tim Shipman, Isabel Hardman, James Heale and many others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:48

Has Putin underestimated the West?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/28

Over the weekend, the West unveiled further measures to punish Russia for invading Ukraine. The European Union said it would put limits on the Russian central bank's ability to access its reserve of foreign currency, Finland blocked Russia from its airspace, and Germany pledged that it would increase its defence spending to 2 per cent. Has Putin underestimated western resolve? Katy Balls speaks to Fraser Nelson, James Forsyth and Isabel Hardman.

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11:48

Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 27/02/22

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2022/02/27

Isabel Hardman rounds up the highlights from today's political shows, featuring Liz Truss, David Lammy and Sir Chris Deverell.

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11:13

What is Sunak's economic vision?

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2022/02/26

Katy Balls speaks to Kate Andrews and Tony Danker, the director general of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), about the Chancellor's Mais lecture on Thursday, where he reaffirmed his belief in 'sustainably' cutting taxes.

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12:05

Are Russia's oligarchs the key to stopping Putin?

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2022/02/25

Russian forces are attempting to take Kiev, the capital of Ukraine. Ben Wallace, the defence secretary, said he would be spending the day trying to convince European allies like Germany and Italy, who are reluctant to put too harsh sanctions on Russia, to ban them from the Swift payments system. How else can the West put Putin under pressure? Max Jeffery speaks to James Forsyth and Katy Balls.

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15:07

Ukraine under siege - what now?

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2022/02/24

Vladimir Putin has launched an attack on multiple fronts across Ukraine. In a televised speech, the Russian leader announced a 'military operation' in Ukraine's Donbas region. Today, Boris Johnson has vowed to hit Russia with a 'massive' package of sanctions. But who will really suffer from these sanctions? And will it be enough to deter stop Putin in his tracks? All to be discussed as Katy Balls speaks to James Forsyth and Owen Matthews, The Spectator's Russia correspondent.

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11:57

Are UK sanctions all bark no bite?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/23

For the last few weeks, the UK has condemned Putin and promised a strong response in the face of more Russian aggression. But when Boris Johnson announced his sanctions, for many, including those within his own party, they felt a little small. Particularly when compared to Germany cancelling the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. Isabel Hardman talks with James Forsyth and Katy Balls about the UK's response to the Russian invasion.

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11:08

Russia invades: what comes next?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/22

Last night Vladimir Putin gave an hour-long television address to the Russian people over his decision to move troops into Ukraine. Amid international condemnation, Boris Johnson held a Cobra meeting this morning to discuss the UK's next moves. Meanwhile, Germany has put the brakes on Nord Stream 2. ‘The ball is now back in Vladimir Putin’s court. This is at the maximal end of responses that were expected' - James Forsyth. Cindy Yu speaks to Katy Balls and James Forsyth.

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11:00

Will Brits with Covid still self-isolate?

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2022/02/21

With Boris Johnson set to announce the end of legal Covid restrictions later today, how will people respond? Will they continue to isolate, or choose to go about their life even if they have the virus? Cindy Yu talks to James Forsyth, Katy Balls and Fraser Nelson about the change, as well as the continuing crisis in Ukraine.

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13:06

Isabel Hardman's Sunday Roundup - 20/02/22

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/20

Isabel Hardman rounds up the highlights from Sunday's political shows, with today's guest stars including Boris Johnson, Wes Streeting and Michelle O'Neill.

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24:15

Could Nick Clegg end up as the most powerful man in...

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/19

The government's Online Safety Bill could be about to hand social media giants even more powers over journalism and free speech. Katy Balls speaks to Fraser Nelson and Damian Collins, who chairs Parliament's joint committee on the bill.

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10:37

Should Boris scrap free Covid tests?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/18

Next week is the end of recess and Boris Johnson is expected to scrap universal access to free covid tests. What will be the reaction to this? 'You do have to wonder if tests are the best use of taxpayer's money given the pressure on the NHS' - Fraser Nelson Also on the podcast, the Met Office has told millions to stay at home as Storm Eunice battles across the UK. Could this be another sign of the times? Cindy Yu is joined by Fraser Nelson and Katy Balls

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10:43

Is Rayner in trouble with Labour?

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2022/02/17

Angela Rayner received an outburst of criticism today after her views on shooting terrorists went viral. The deputy Labour leader is known for her colourful language, but how much is this damaging Labour's branding? In her column this week, Katy Balls takes a look at the Labour Party’s strategy around Boris: ‘I think Boris Johnson staying on is now good for them because he’s mortally wounded’ - Katy Balls. Also on the podcast, what is the latest British intelligence on Russia and

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9:44

What will be the cost of sanctions against Russia?

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2022/02/16

Joe Biden has set out his intentions to impose sanctions against Russia should Putin decide to launch an invasion against Ukraine. Are European countries that economically rely on Russia for their energy prepared for the inevitable costs that will come with these sanctions? 'There is no way you could have a set of sanctions on Russia without thinking there will be some cost to the West for imposing them' - James Forsyth Also on the podcast, what's the latest with the Partygate police

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12:16

Can the government solve the cost of living crisis?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/15

Two issues dominate the news this week. While Putin is recalling some troops back to their barracks, the situation in Ukraine is far from over. Meanwhile at home, we are in a cost of living crisis that could continue for years to come. What will the government do to resolve this crisis? All to be discussed with Katy Balls and James Forsyth on today's Coffee House Shots.

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11:19

Why do the Americans think war is imminent?

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2022/02/14

Over the weekend things between Ukraine and Russia seem to have gone from bad to worse. After a call between Biden and Putin failed to yield any meaningful results, the US warned that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could being as soon as Wednesday. Cindy Yu sits down with Katy Balls and James Forsyth to discuss whether war is truly just days away.

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11:33

Cindy Yu's Sunday Roundup - 13/02/22

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/13

Cindy Yu rounds up the highlights from Sunday's interview shows, with Brandon Lewis, Yvette Cooper, Derek Chollet and Zoë Billingham.

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14:29

Does Europe need to get used to dealing with Russia?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/12

During the Cold War, the US saw Russia as global threat number one. But with China looming large on the world stage its focus is shifting. This leaves Europe to take the lead in dealing with Putin's desires on Ukraine. Katy Balls talks to James Forsyth and Sophia Gaston the director of the British Foreign Policy Group about the growing tensions on the continent.

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8:16

Who will replace Cressida Dick?

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2022/02/11

Cressida Dick announced yesterday evening that she is stepping down as head of the Metropolitan Police. In a statement, Dick said she had been left with 'no choice' but to resign, after it was made clear to her that London mayor Sadiq Khan did not have confidence in her leadership. Who will replace her? And what does her resignation mean for the investigation into parties in No. 10? Katy Balls speaks to James Forsyth.

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9:12

Should Liz Truss have gone to Russia?

Coffee House Shots ·

2022/02/10

The Foreign Secretary's trip to Moscow today ended with Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, walking out of their joint press conference. Did the trip achieve anything – and was it a mistake from the start? Katy Balls talks to James Forsyth on this episode. For James, '[Lavrov's] rudeness is a sign that Liz Truss held the line in their meeting'.

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9:07

Will there ever be a break in the partygate scandal?

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2022/02/09

The Prime Minister tried to start today's PMQs with an announcement to fire up the right of his base, an early end to all Covid restrictions. But the partygate scandal is the gift that keeps on giving when during the Commons session a new photo leaked of Boris Johnson at a Christmas quiz with a bottle of Prosecco and a colleague draped in tinsel. Isabel Hardman is joined by James Forsyth and Katy Balls to break down today's events in Westminster.

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