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Where Politics Meets History

Where Politics Meets History

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 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 Player or wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.comCopyright Global Radio Political Science Politics & Government World
Episodes
  • 110. Hello, This Is Pope Joannie

    110. Hello, This Is Pope Joannie
    Mar 27 2026

    Iain and Tessa unpack Dame Sarah Mullally’s historic enthronement after 1,400 years of male predecessors, explore the legend of Pope Joan, examine the impact of the Iranian war on Asia, and answer your questions.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 109. If You’re Lookin’ for a Way Out

    109. If You’re Lookin’ for a Way Out
    Mar 24 2026

    Iain and Tessa explore whether the world may be edging towards WW3, examine the shocking antisemitic attack in London involving Jewish ambulances set on fire, and give their take on the debut of SNL UK, plus plenty more insights and unexpected turns along the way.
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    58 mins
  • 108. Strait from the Heart

    108. Strait from the Heart
    Mar 20 2026

    Iain and Tessa speak about what the West should do about the Strait of Hormuz, why Trump official Joe Kent resigned, whether Brexit should be reversed, Tessa appearing on Romanian Hell's Kitchen and more!
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    1 hr and 3 mins
All stars
Most relevant
Sensible, yet trivial
Moral, yet vulgar
The great Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith discuss major events of the day from the point of view of two friends who can disagree with mutual respect.
Unmissable

A weekly treat.

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Iain and Jacqui are THE original disagreeing agreeably podcast hosts - interesting perspectives on serious stuff with regular belly laughs and chuckles too.

Terrific mix of the serious and fun

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You will hear very little (if any) right wing political opinion from Ian Dale to balance Jacqui Smith's left wing views. It's basically a party political broadcast on behalf of the Labour Party which is a shame as Ian claims to have been a Thatcherite in his day. People tend to move rightward as they get on a bit but not this guy.

A bit more balance would be good but I'm still listening after a few years, mostly for their non-political banter which is priceless.

The is a party political broadcast by the Labour Party

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