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Where Politics Meets History

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

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01:47:42

417. Copy That!

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/27

Iain and Jacqui discuss Keir Starmer's position on Gaza, calls for a ceasefire, Jeremy Hunt's future, Rachel Reeves's book, British values and much more besides. Smut quota: High in parts!

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01:49:35

416. Malvern Waters

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/21

Iain and Jacqui discuss the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza, the results from the recent by-elections, Richard Madeley, culture wars, Peter Bone, the BBC and terrorists and much more.

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01:43:34

415. For The Many Live! from Liverpool with Rosena...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/17

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Labour Conference with Labour MP and former Shadow Mental Health Minister Rosena Allin-Khan.

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01:32:03

414. Tears of Sadness

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/13

Iain and Jacqui discuss the horrific terror attack in Israel and the response since, the Labour Party Conference, Keir Starmer getting glitter thrown at him, Euro 28, The Reckoning, Lisa Cameron's defection from the SNP and much more.

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01:29:13

413. Silly Plucker

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/06

Iain and Jacqui chat all things Tory Conference: Hurricane Suella, Farage, lies about meat taxes, Sunak's speech and decisions on HS2, A-levels and smoking. They also get into the Rutherglen by-election, Bailey on Brexit, Speaker McCarthy getting kicked out... and loads more. Smut quota: Middling.

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01:57:17

412. For The Many Live! in Manchester with Mark Harper

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/10/02

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Conservative Party Conference with Transport Secretary Mark Harper.

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01:45:44

411. For The Many Live! in Bournemouth with Layla Moran

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/09/27

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Liberal Democrat Conference with Lib Dem Foreign Affairs spokesperson Layla Moran.

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01:04:56

410. Beate Uhse ist nicht mehr da

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/09/21

Iain and Jacqui discuss Rishi Sunak going soft on net zero, Starmer in Paris, Russell Brand, whether HS2 should be finished, train strikes and the party conferences and much more besides. Smut Quota: Low.

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01:52:12

409. Ginger Nuts

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/09/15

Iain and Jacqui discuss dangerous dogs, Shadow Culture Secretary Thangam Debbonaire never going to a football match, the rise of male-dominated podcasts, the death of Mike Yarwood, the pensions triple-lock, the fate of Tobias Ellwood, pollution vs house building and much more besides. Smut quota: Plentiful.

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01:11:45

408. OnlyFanstastic

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/09/08

Iain and Jacqui discuss Gillian Keegan's f-bomb, crumbling concrete, the escaped prisoner, Labour's reshuffle, Britney Spears and loads more! Smut quota: Ample.

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01:24:08

407. Getting The Hang Of It (Again)

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/31

Iain and Jacqui discuss the new Defence Secretary, Nadine Dorries' resignation letter, cleaning up the police, competing with other podcasts, Jacqui's biceps and plenty more besides. Smut quota: Middling.

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01:10:30

406. For The Many Live! from the Edinburgh Fringe...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/29

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Pleasance at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre with SNP MSP and former party leadership contender Kate Forbes.

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01:13:36

405. For The Many Live! from the Edinburgh Fringe...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/25

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Pleasance at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre with human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell.

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01:14:40

404. For The Many Live! from the Edinburgh Fringe...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/22

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Pleasance at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre with the SNP's former Westminster Leader Ian Blackford.

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01:14:43

403. For The Many Live! from the Edinburgh Fringe...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/18

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Pleasance at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre with Leader of the Liberal Democrats Sir Ed Davey.

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01:15:07

402. For The Many Live! from the Edinburgh Fringe...

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/15

Iain and Jacqui host For the Many Live! at the Pleasance at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre with First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford.

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01:31:00

401. Jacqui's Hotel Room

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/10

Iain and Jacqui discuss Lee Anderson's foul mouth, voters changing their minds, Labour and the Bibby Stockholm, the Edinburgh Fringe, women's football, information cockups and loads more! Smut quota: Middling. High in parts, as it were.

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02:03:22

400. Quadrigentis Maaate

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/08/04

On this, the four-hundredth episode, expect an emotional rollercoaster. Iain and Jacqui talk Trump, botox, the Prime Minister's trousers, saying maaate to a mate, the Bibby Stockholm barge, sex shops, grief (expect tears), King Arthur (expect cackles), the Women's World Cup, and what Iain did on a pure white sofa after an M&S ready meal. Smut quota: Strap in!

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01:52:48

399. Master Clickbaiter

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/07/27

Iain and Jacqui discuss all things NatWest, 'Green crap', the consultation on ticket office closures, Labour's position on gender identity, Israel, dodgy lawyers, Sunak's tweets and Oppenheimer. Smut quota: Middling!

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01:25:06

398. Silver Socks Skedaddle

Where Politics Meets History ·

2023/07/20

Iain and Jacqui talk Farage's account, by-elections, ten years of gay marriage, Tobias Ellwood in Afghanistan, rip-off degrees, Starmer and the child benefit cap and so much more. Smut quota: Outrageous from the very beginning.

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