Politics podcasts

151Bold Politics with Zack PolanskiZack PolanskiBold Politics is the show making hope normal again where Zack Polanski speaks - and listens - to thinkers, activists and people whose voices deserve to be heard.From immigration to the economy, inequality to leadership, Zack explores what the future of progressive politics can look like.

152Boom! from The EconomistThe EconomistHow did two old, unpopular men end up running for the world's most demanding job?

153Borderland – UK or United Ireland?BBC Radio UlsterBorderland – UK or United Ireland ?’ podcast will ask key questions about the shape and timing of any potential referendum on Irish unity and what all of this could mean for politics and society – both locally and across these islands.The BBC’s Chris Buckler is the podcast’s lead presenter and the series will be co-hosted by two high-profile former politicians, Ian Paisley and Michelle Gildernew who will act as advocates for different views of the future and help facilitate discussion about them.The podcast will include multiple views and voices, including those with no settled view on what Northern Ireland’s constitutional future should be.

154Centre for CitiesCentre for CitiesCentre for Cities is the leading think tank dedicated to improving the economies of the UK’s largest cities and towns.

155Checks & BalancesChecks & BalancesProtecting the Constitution and rule of law against illiberalism, without regard to political party or partisan affiliation.

156Chopper's Political PodcastGB NewsSit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News' Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table in a Westminster pub where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians.

157CONFLICTEDMessage HeardAn ex-Al Qaeda jihadi turned MI6 spy and a former monk turned filmmaker, have been embedded at the heart of conflicts in the Middle East.

158ConversationsNew StatesmanOli Dugmore and New Statesman journalists confront the most influential voices of our time in extended one-on-one interviews.

159Critical CapitalThe future of energy is shaped by markets, policy, and capital flows — not just technology.

160Doomsday Watch with Arthur SnellpodmastersExploring threats to global stability from Ukraine to China to the Middle East with host Gavin Esler – former BBC News presenter, Washington correspondent and host of Newsnight – plus Ukraine-based war reporter Oz Katerji and independent conflict analyst Emma Beals.

161Double Jeopardy - The Law and Politics PodcastDouble Jeopardy PodcastAward-winning UK podcast covering the critical intersections of law and politics in the UK with expert commentary on high-profile legal cases, political controversies, prisons and sentencing, human rights law, current political events and the shifting landscape of justice and democracy.

162First AmericaRebecca NagleNative people have been written out of the American story, but without us you don’t know what happened.

163How To Win An ElectionThe Times brings together some of the most experienced strategists in British politics to discuss what's really going on behind the big stories, and elections taking place here and around the world.Daniel Finkelstein, Sally Morgan and Polly Mackenzie join Hugo Rifkind for an intelligent, adversarial and witty conversation every week.Follow the podcast now to never miss an episode.Send questions, comments and voicenotes to: [email protected] Producer: Andrew Alexander Hosted on Acast.

164If Nixon StayedRichard Nixon Foundation and FoundwaveWhat if August 8, 1974 was just another hot, humid DC summer day?

165In Good Faith With Philip DeFrancoPhilip DeFrancoEvery week, Philip DeFranco sits down with the most important people in the world, experts, and unexpected voices to break down the biggest stories in politics, finance, culture, and the world.

166In The News This Week (the Have I Got News For You podcast)Hat Trick ProductionsWhile the TV show is on break, this pod brings you a tasty edit of the news items that would have made it onto the programme – as a quartet of some of the creatives behind the scenes at the show discuss what makes each item Have I Got News For You worthy.

167In The RoomTwo former Westminster insiders reveal how politics and power really work. Ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors at No 10?

168Jokes On NewsA podcast about news… with jokes!

169Law and DisorderPodotLaw and Disorder is a new weekly podcast looking at the biggest issues in the news through the prism of the law.

170Le Monde diplomatique - English editionLe Monde diplomatiqueEach month, George Miller interviews LMD authors about their articles and the issues behind them

171LeadingGoalhanger PodcastsThe Rest Is Politics’ Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart interview politicians, leaders, intellectuals, and more.  From inside and outside of politics, guests join Rory and Alastair to discuss life, leadership, and the philosophy that’s led them to success in their chosen field.

172LSE: Public lectures and eventsLondon School of Economics and Political ScienceThe London School of Economics and Political Science public events podcast series is a platform for thought, ideas and lively debate where you can hear from some of the world's leading thinkers.

173Lurie Breaks It DownWomen's Empowerment Network, SiriusXMLurie Breaks It Down is a thought-provoking podcast hosted by the insightful Lurie Daniel Favors.

174Modi's India: UnderstoodCBCToday, billions of dollars are wagered on sports games legally, openly, and often through apps partnered with the leagues themselves.

175Natural CausesCool Zone Media & iHeartPodcastsNatural Causes is a podcast about the politics and practicalities of going outside in a world on fire, hosted by Dr. James Stout.

176NKNews PodcastNK NewsThe NK News Podcast is a weekly program covering all things North Korea: Discussion on the latest news, extended interviews with leading specialists, and insight from our own staff.

177Not Another OneBeautiful StrangersInspired by the UK’s most famous voter, Brenda from Bristol, four close watchers of politics agree - and freely disagree - about the twists and turns of the General Election 2024 - and beyond.With Steve Richards, broadcaster and author, Tim Montgomerie, founder of Conservative Home and a serial political entrepreneur, Iain Martin, Times columnist and Miranda Green of the Financial Times.

178Pierce vs MaguireAndrew Pierce and Kevin MaguireJoin Britain’s longest running political double act, the Mail’s Andrew Pierce and Kevin Maguire from the Mirror for their weekly, no holds barred, take on Westminster, the Royals and usually, The Donald.

179Pod Force OneNew York PostPower, politics, and the people behind the headlines.

180Pod Save the UKCrooked MediaPod Save the UK is your weekly fix of political news, big ideas and a shot of inspiration.

181Political FixThe Financial TimesThe Financial Times takes you into the corridors of power to unwrap, analyse and debate British politics with a regular lineup of FT correspondents and informed commentators.

182Politics At Jack And Sam'sSky NewsSky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy with what you need to know about the day ahead in British politics.

183Politics Weekly AmericaThe GuardianEvery Friday, Guardian columnist and former Washington correspondent, Jonathan Freedland, invites experts to help analyse the latest in American politics.

184Quite right!The SpectatorWelcome to Quite right!, the podcast from The Spectator that searches for sanity and common sense in a world which increasingly seems devoid of both.

185Rule of Law ConversationsBlackstone ChambersIn Rule of Law Conversations, Naina speaks with leading personalities in the rule of law arena to share their experiences and discuss topical issues in the field.

186Sangita MeetsZeteo UK'Sangita Meets…' is Zeteo UK’s new video podcast hosted by British TV and radio presenter Sangita Myska.

187Sergei & the Westminster Spy RingCarole Cadwalladr and Peter JukesJournalists Carole Cadwalladr and Peter Jukes – with the help of Conservative party whistleblower Sergei Cristo – expose an alleged secret spy ring operating at the very heart of the British political system.

188Shawn Farash LIVEShawn Farash dives into the biggest stories shaping politics today—from breaking headlines and policy battles to the cultural issues driving the national conversation.

189Simple Politics PodcastSimple Politics & Stripped MediaJoin the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, Tatton, and Diane as they reflect on the last week's political landscape in the simplest way possible.

190Still CountingEach week, Nate Silver, Clare Malone and Galen Druke dig into the latest in politics and the numbers behind it.

191Swamp NotesFinancial TimesSwamp Notes is the weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times.

192Taking On PutinJohn SweeneyJohn Sweeney and Edward Abel Smith investigate the conviction of former neonatal nurse Lucy Letby and ask if she is innocent, in fact, was there ever a crime?

193The 7/50 PodcastThe Centre for Constitutional StudiesThe 7/50 podcast is a new series produced by the Centre for Constitutional Studies, a hub for legal research and public education at the University of Alberta.

194The Andrew Neil ReportAndrew Neil has spent his career holding the powerful to account, armed with the facts they’d rather ignore.

195The BrinkJake Wallis Simons and Andrew FoxWelcome to your much-needed antidote to centrist dad podcasts.

196The Current ThingNick DixonComedian and commentator Nick Dixon talks to fascinating guests about politics, the culture war, and anything else that comes up.

197The Find Out PodcastFind Out is an honest, irreverent, and often hilarious discussion about America during Trump’s second term.

198The General & the JournalistThe TimesHow wars start, how they are won and what they leave behind.

199The IER PodcastThe Institute of Employment RightsThe IER is delighted to launch our new podcast.

200The Kinzinger ReportAdam Kinzinger — former U.S.