Politics Weekly
Political analysis from the Guardian and Observer's top journalists and commentators.
What kind of conspiracy theorist is Trump? – Politics Weekly Extra
In our new US Politics Weekly Extra, Jonathan Freedland chats with some of the Guardian’s best reporters and columnists in the US about a single question prompted by the 2020 presidential election campaign. This week, he speaks with senior political reporter Lauren Gambino about Donald Trump’s history with conspiracy theories,…
Johnson dithers and Starmer pounces: Politics Weekly podcast
Jessica Elgot chats to Peter Walker after the first prime minister’s questions following the summer recess. MPs tell us about their thoughts as they head back to Westminster, and Anne Alexander explains why UK democracy requires more black political journalists. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Kate Forbes on Scottish Independence and faith: Politics Weekly podcast
In the final part of our Politics Weekly series, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the Scottish finance secretary. The pair discuss the ongoing debate over Scottish independence, her future in the SNP, and what role her faith plays in her politics. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Damian Green on the PM and one-nation Toryism: Politics Weekly podcast
In the third part of our Politics Weekly series, Jonathan Freedland speaks to Damian Green, a former Cabinet Office minister under Theresa May. The pair discuss whether or not Boris Johnson is truly a one-nation Conservative, and why he hopes to move the Tories beyond Brexit. Help support our independent…
Michelle O'Neill on Brexit and Irish unity: Politics Weekly podcast
In the second part of our Politics Weekly series, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the deputy first minister of Northern Ireland, Sinn Féin’s Michelle O’Neill, about Brexit, John Hume and working with Arlene Foster. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Peter Mandelson on Labour and Europe: Politics Weekly podcast
In the first part of our Politics Weekly series, Jonathan Freedland speaks to Peter Mandelson, the former Labour cabinet minister and EU commissioner. The pair discuss Britain’s future relationship with Europe and the battle Sir Keir Starmer faces to get Labour back into power. Help support our independent journalism at…
UK prepares for a second wave: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Jessica Elgot discuss the last week in Westminster. Peter Walker talks to the Liberal Democrat leadership candidate Ed Davey. Plus Rajeev Syal talks to the head of the FDA union about the state of the civil service. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Russian reports and EU summits: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland, Luke Harding and Kate Proctor discuss the week’s news from Westminster. Jennifer Rankin reports on a historic EU spending agreement. Plus, Peter Walker speaks with two candidates running for the Green party leadership. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Sunak spends as Johnson defends: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Kate Proctor look at what Rishi Sunak announced in the summer statement. Rajeev Syal speaks to Sir Peter Soulsby, the mayor of Leicester, about what the government got wrong with the city’s local lockdown. Plus, the Spectator’s Kate Andrews and Labour peer Stewart Wood discuss the politics…
Leicester lockdown puts government on notice: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Sonia Sodha break down a chock-a-block week for the government and opposition. Patrick Wintour explains the latest spat in the Commonwealth, and local councillors David Williams and James Lewis discuss council finance pressures post-Covid-19. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
England's independence day from lockdown: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Kate Proctor discuss Westminster’s easing of lockdown, Peter Walker updates us on housing minister Robert Jenrick’s troubles, and Miatta Fahnbulleh and Anoosh Chakelian discuss what’s next for the UK economy after furlough. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
A car crash week for Boris Johnson: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Frances Perraudin dissect the latest from Westminster. Lisa O’Carroll updates us on the Brexit talks, and the shadow health and social care secretary, Jonathan Ashworth, talks about the Labour party’s role in changing society. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Politicians grapple with racism in the UK: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Heather Stewart discuss the latest from Westminster, and Patrick Wintour explains why the UK might regret its position on Hong Kong. Plus Joseph Harker and Haroon Siddique discuss why MPs on both sides of the political divide struggle to address racism. Help support our independent journalism at…
PM accused of 'winging' the Covid-19 response: Politics Weekly podcast
Sonia Sodha chats to Michael Savage about the latest in Westminster. Peter Walker talks to Lib Dem leadership candidate Layla Moran, and Rajeev Syal reports on the latest restoration plans for the Palace of Westminster. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Johnson faces public and Tory revolt over Cummings: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Rowena Mason discuss developments in the Dominic Cummings scandal, and Robert Colvile examines the pandemic’s impact on UK-EU Brexit negotiations. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Johnson goes awol as councils rebel: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Kate Proctor break down the latest news from Westminster, and Andy Burnham explains why this pandemic has proved the case for decentralisation of government. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
The UK stays alert, and confused: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Peter Walker dissect the latest news from Westminster. Ayesha Hazarika and Andrew Gimson explore the future of opposition politics and Simon Jenkins brings us back through 20 years of London mayoral elections. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
UK reports Europe’s worst Covid-19 death toll: Politics Weekly podcast
Heather Stewart and Kate Proctor discuss a particularly bad week for Boris Johnson’s government. Plus Frances Perraudin reports on how the response of devolved governments in the UK to Covid-19 might affect the future of the union. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
The prime minister is back – with a baby: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and Rowena Mason break down another busy week in Westminster. Jonathan also talks to the new shadow home secretary, Nick Thomas-Symonds, and Jamie Grierson explains what’s next for Priti Patel. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
Virtual PMQs without a prime minister: Politics Weekly podcast
Jonathan Freedland and guests discuss a historic week in Parliament, as prime minister’s questions goes ‘virtual’, and the potential for economic reform post-pandemic. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod