Best Fiscal Union Podcasts (2024)

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The State of the Unions 41:14

4h ago41:14

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With Labour under pressure from trade unions to remain committed to its 'New Deal for Working People', this week Ayesha Hazarika and Sam Freedman look at the party's relationship with the unions and the future ahead. They're joined by the General Secretary of the Prospect trade union, Mike Clancy, to look at Labour’s relationship with the union mov…

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Spain asserts leadership on Palestine 26:49

2h ago26:49

26:49

In our latest episode, our team discusses Spain asserting leadership on Palestine, and on the student protests spilling over to Europe.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Squeezed Middle: detangling the local elections 39:36

2h ago39:36

39:36

In the aftermath of last week's local elections, Sam Freedman and Ayesha Hazarika, together with author and Political Science Professor Rob Ford, look at what the results might mean for a future Labour government on this week's episode of The Power Test podcast. Under the surface of a very good set of elections for the party, and another very bad f…

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When it pours in Spain 27:09

2d ago27:09

27:09

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the extraordinary gap between the success of Spain's economy and the level of toxicity of Spanish politics.By Wolfgang Munchau

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A Very Scottish Drama 38:08

7d ago38:08

38:08

In a week of drama in Scottish politics, Ayesha Hazarika and Sam Freedman are joined for this week’s episode of The Power Test by former Labour leader in Scotland, Kezia Dugdale. They discuss where Scottish politics goes next following the shock resignation of Humza Yousaf, whether the SNP's attack lines on independence have been blunted, and wheth…

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Spain’s labour market: a story of convergence towards Europe 13:54

18d ago13:54

13:54

There is a growing resilience in the Spanish labor force, highlighting evolution from the historical trends of high unemployment, particularly during times of economic uncertainty. In this podcast we discuss this topic with Alice Faibishenko, Senior Advisor at Funcas. You can access the latest SEFO report from Funcas here.…

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China and us 28:11

9d ago28:11

28:11

In our latest podcast, our team discusses Europe's hardening stance on China, and the history of that relationship.By Wolfgang Munchau

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The Case for Defence 35:24

14d ago35:24

35:24

This week, Ayesha Hazarika and Sam Freedman are joined by none other than Sam’s dad, Sir Lawrence Freedman, to discuss future foreign and defence policy under a Labour Government. How will Labour confront the range of security threats that the UK faces across the world? Sir Lawrence Freedman, renowned academic, historian and author on foreign polic…

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Power behind the scenes 37:49

24d ago37:49

37:49

Is Labour capable of reversing the curse facing centre-left governments around the world? Josh Simons, Director of the highly influential think tank Labour Together says the party must be ready to confront the challenge of thinking about how it can govern and win a second term. Josh joins Ayesha Hazarika and Sam Freedman to speak about how Labour i…

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Europe’s response to Chinese and American economic competition 22:50

18d ago22:50

22:50

In this new episode hosted by Carlos Carnicero Urabayen, Sander Tordoir, Senior Economist at the Centre for European Reform, delved into the intricate dynamics of the global geopolitical landscape, the rise of economic nationalism and Europe's strategic positioning amidst the assertive manoeuvres of superpowers like the United States and China. Tor…

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Far Right - hopeless but not serious 28:58

25d ago28:58

28:58

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the unity, or lack of unity, of the far-right in Europe. The discussion on the migration pact shows that they divide on national lines, and are unlikely to constitute a united political force.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Binfire of the Localities: a look at the local elections 34:15

1M ago34:15

34:15

On this week's episode of The Power Test, we're looking at all things local elections - including bins! - New Statesman Britain Editor Anoosh Chakelian joins Sam and Ayesha on the pod and discussed how these will have an impact on Labour and whether it can deliver real change in government. Episode notes: The Tories are trying to make headway by pu…

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How big are we? 28:56

1M ago28:56

28:56

In our latest podcast, our team discusses how the difficulty of measuring economic performance, and economic size, is affecting policy decisions, like western support for Ukraine and pension reforms.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Let's Get Fiscal! 33:14

1M ago33:14

33:14

Following last week's episode with Ed Balls, former Treasury boss Nick Macpherson joins Sam and Ayesha to interrogate the economic environment facing the next government. We’re hearing a lot from Labour about economic security, fighting off the party’s reputation for ‘spendonomics’, but is the party being too far too cautious and harming its plans …

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Levelling Up: Substance not slogans? 41:21

2M ago41:21

41:21

As Labour announces its plans to reclaim 'Levelling Up', Sam Freedman and Ayesha Hazarika are joined by Ed Balls to discuss the dual challenges of tackling economic and regional inequality and going for growth Boris Johnson’s claim to end the North-South divide has been a spectacular disaster in terms of going from a box office slogan to something …

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The EU's trade dynamics in a changing global landscape 15:56

1M ago15:56

15:56

In this episode Carlos Carnicero Urabayen interviews Patricia Sánchez Juanino to learn about current trade trends inside and outside the European Union.By Carlos Carnicero Urabayen for Funcas

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Dithering over Ukraine 30:01

1M ago30:01

30:01

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the shades of grey that have emerged in western countries' support for Ukraine. It's no longer a debate between victory and defeat.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Full Fat Ermine 31:08

2M ago31:08

31:08

In this first episode of 2024, the duo discuss the news that Ayesha will soon become Baroness Hazarika of Coatbridge in the County of Lanarkshire and the role of the House of Lords in legislating before focusing on the current political landscape and the challenges and opportunities ahead for Labour as the party prepares for its return to governmen…

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Wilders tactical retreat 23:47

2M ago23:47

23:47

In our latest podcast, our team discusses Geert Wilder's decision not to become prime minister, and why the far-right Chega is so strong in Portugal.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Budgets aren't what they used to be 25:17

2M ago25:17

25:17

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the impact of falling productivity growth on budgets, and political cycles. The era of the political budget is over, as we can see in the UK.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Spain's economic outlook: Navigating through uncertainty 12:50

2M ago12:50

12:50

In this episode Alice Faibishenko, Senior Advisor at Funcas, talks to our host Carlos Carnicero Urabayen about key aspects affecting the Spanish economy in 2024. The conversation is based on several of the articles featured in the latest SEFO report.By Carlos Carnicero Urabayen

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Europe disunites over Ukraine 27:04

2M ago27:04

27:04

In our latest podcast, out team discusses the future of European security without the US, and with France and Germany on opposite sides of the debate.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Beyond Trump 30:51

3M ago30:51

30:51

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the long-term impact Donald Trump on European foreign and security policy. Trump is a threat in the short run, but an opportunity in the long run.By Wolfgang Munchau

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When the money runs out 27:34

3M ago27:34

27:34

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the austerity that is now descending on the EU, the consequence of Franco-German fiscal divergence, and how aid for Ukraine fits into this.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Unpacking the EU's new fiscal rules 22:58

3M ago22:58

22:58

In this episode we analyze the new fiscal rules recently agreed by EU policymakers and what will be their impact on Europe's economy in the medium and long term. We are joined by Vinzenz Ziesemer, Director at the Institute voor Publieke Economie and Raymond Torres, Funcas Europe Director. The show is hosted by Carlos Carnicero Urabayen.…

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Farmers rise 32:01

3M ago32:01

32:01

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the spread of farmers' protests in Europe, why they are happening, and the disparate ways European governments are reacting to them.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Le Dauphin 32:26

4M ago32:26

32:26

In our latest podcast, the team discusses the cult of youth in French politics, and what to expect from Gabriel Attal.By Wolfgang Munchau

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EuroInsights: economic lessons in 2023 18:35

5M ago18:35

18:35

In today's show we analyse what are the key lessons learned for the EU economy in 2023. Sander Tordoir, Senior Economist at the Centre for European Reform, together with Raymond Torres, Funcas Europe Director in conversation with Carlos Carnicero Urabayen, Future is Blue host.By Funcas Europe - Agenda Pública

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On the brink of power: a year of change? 52:47

5M ago52:47

52:47

Keir Starmer's former chief of staff Sam White and The Guardian's Political Editor Pippa Crerar are two figures who have arguably played as big a role as any in turning around Labour's electoral chances. Pippa broke the Partygate story that engulfed the Tory party for many months, while Sam was working behind the scenes to make Labour look like a g…

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Shall we re-industralise or de-industrialise? 28:43

5M ago28:43

28:43

In our latest podcast our team discusses the diverging industrialisation strategies between France and Germany. France wants to re-industrialise. Germany frets about de-industrialisation.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Reconnecting To The World: Can a Labour Foreign Policy Make Any Difference? 56:03

5M ago56:03

56:03

Labour's former Foreign Secretary Jack Straw joins Sam and Ayesha to talk about the UK's standing in the world and how it could be restored under a Starmer premiership. What influence does the UK still have on the world stage? Is there such a thing as an ethical foreign policy? How might Labour work with populist leaders whilst keeping the party ba…

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Spain's resilience amidst geopolitical turmoil 15:10

5M ago15:10

15:10

In our new podcast episode we discuss the latest SEFO publication by Funcas covering Spain's economic outlook, together with Alice Faibishenko, Senior Advisor at Funcas.By Funcas Europe - Agenda Pública

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Fiscal divergence is back 30:50

5M ago30:50

30:50

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the European impact of the German constitutional court ruling on the debt brake.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Can Labour deliver, Fair, Green Growth? 46:25

6M ago46:25

46:25

Sam Freedman quizzes Ed Miliband live on stage at London's Inclusive Growth Conference in partnership with the Centre For Progressive Policy. The former Labour leader talks about how Labour's green agenda can deliver growth that benefits all parts of the country. Giles Wilkes, the former aide to Theresa May and Vince Cable, and Charlotte Alldritt, …

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Populists on the march 34:30

6M ago34:30

34:30

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the idea of a prime minister Geert Wilders.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Europe's public finances amidst pandemic, war, and energy crisis 16:39

6M ago16:39

16:39

In this podcast show Carlos Carnicero Urabayen talks to Raymond Torres, Funcas Europe Director, to analyse the situation regarding public deficits and debt after the pandemic, the Ukraine war and the energy crisis.By Funcas Europe - Agenda Pública

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Working The Machine: Whitehall Under Labour 58:29

6M ago58:29

58:29

This week Sam and Ayesha explore how a Labour might operate the machinery of government following a successful election. With expert insight from Dr. Hannah Wright, CEO of the Institute for Government, and former Political Secretary to Tony Blair, Baroness Sally Morgan. The Power Test is a political podcast where each week Sam Freedman and Ayesha H…

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The State We'll Be In 54:33

6M ago54:33

54:33

Sam and Ayesha discuss the fall of Suella Braverman, the return of David Cameron, and much more besides whilst looking ahead to next week's Autumn statement. Joined by Jonathan Portes, the chief economist at the Cabinet Office under Gordon Brown, and Gemma Tetlow, the chief economist at the Institute for Government, they assess wether a potential L…

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Pedro and Carles 25:45

6M ago25:45

25:45

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the political deal between Sanchez and Puigdemont, and what to expect to happen in Spain now.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Education, education, higher education 46:36

6M ago46:36

46:36

Sam and Ayesha come to you live from the inaugural Festival of Higher Education at London's Senate House, joined by former Labour minister and president of University of the Arts London James Purnell, CEO of Universities UK Vivienne Stern, and founder of Wonkhe Mark Leach. They discuss the problems with funding Universities face, the reliance on in…

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Taming the beast: Labour and the media 55:02

7M ago55:02

55:02

In the 1990s Tim Allan worked alongside Alistair Campbell on Tony Blair's media strategy. At the same time, Sarah Sands was an editor at the Daily Telegraph. In this episode, Tim and Sarah reflect on that period, and discuss how the relationship between politicians and the media has since changed. The Power Test is a political podcast where each we…

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Sahra and her European friends 32:02

7M ago32:02

32:02

In our latest podcast our team discusses the phenomenon of Sahra Wagenknecht, a politician of the left with themes of the right.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Daring to Dream? How Labour wins and governs 56:37

7M ago56:37

56:37

Polling expert and former president of YouGov Peter Kellner breaks down the latest by-election results and Neal Lawson, the chair of pressure group Compass, makes the case for a progressive alliance. The Power Test is a political podcast where each week Sam Freedman and Ayesha Hazarika bring the biggest and most difficult political issues into focu…

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Trade wars on wheels? The Commission investigates Chinese electric cars 18:51

7M ago18:51

18:51

Sander Tordoir, Senior Economist at the Centre for European Reform, shares great insights about the Commission investigation into Chinese state subsidies affecting cars imported to Europe. Carlos Carnicero Urabayen is Future is Blue host.By Carlos Carnicero Urabayen - Funcas

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PiS Off 26:48

7M ago26:48

26:48

In our latest podcast, our team discusses Poland after the elections - what to expect from a Tusk-led government, and where this leaves the future of Poland-EU relations.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Winning the Politics of Net Zero 53:07

7M ago53:07

53:07

Former environmental aide to US President Bill Clinton, Paul Bledsoe, the Telegraph’s environmental editor Emma Gatten, and the economist and former treasury advisor to Rishi Sunak, Tim Leunig, join Sam and Ayesha to discuss the economics and politics of achieving net zero by 2050. The Power Test is a political podcast where each week Sam Freedman …

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The uncertain duration of high interest rates 12:09

7M ago12:09

12:09

In today's new podcast episode we feature Alice Faibishenko, Senior Advisor at Funcas, to analyse the implications of high interest rates for financial institutions, public bodies and other actors. This subject is covered in the latest SEFO report by Funcas that you can access here.By Carlos Carnicero Urabayen

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Spreading 32:55

7M ago32:55

32:55

In our latest podcast our team discusses the rise in interest rates and bond yields in Italy and France, and whether we are at the cusp of another eurozone crisis.By Wolfgang Munchau

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Behind the Glitter 53:17

7M ago53:17

53:17

The Power Test is back for a new series with hosts Ayesha Hazarika and Sam Freedman. In this first episode, they are joined by Anne McElvoy, Marc Stears and John McTernan live from the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool to ask how a future Labour administration will govern and change Britain for the better - and whether it can deliver radical cha…

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Debt Crisis 2 30:22

7M ago30:22

30:22

In our latest podcast, our team discusses the rise in European sovereign debt yields and spreads, and wonders whether we are headed towards another financial crisisBy Wolfgang Munchau

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