Best Steve Chalk Podcasts (2024)

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259. Reverend Steve Chalke 47:26

14d ago47:26

47:26

Iain Dale interviews author, social entrepreneur and Baptist minister Reverend Steve Chalke about optimism, religion, making a positive difference and much more.By Global

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Audio expert Matt Deegan discusses BBC's podcast advertising plans, children's audio and the latest radio listening figures 31:07

1d ago31:07

31:07

Matt Deegan is the co-founder of the award-winning Fun Kids, a digital radio station for families and children, which has just won the bronze award in the Radio Academy’s UK Station of the Year category. Given that the gold award went to BBC Asian Network and the silver to Talksport, this is a considerable achievement for a small independent networ…

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262. Fred Dinenage 57:50

1h ago57:50

57:50

Iain Dale interviews veteran broadcaster Fred Dinenage about his sixty years in broadcasting, the challenges and fun of working local news and kids TV - and his relationship with the Kray twins!By Global

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Jamie Angus, ex director of BBC World Service and 'Today' editor discusses Ofcom, consequences of WS cuts and funding solutions 32:52

8m ago32:52

32:52

Jamie Angus is the former director of the BBC World Service and the former editor of 'Today' and 'Newsnight' who now works in the Middle East. We discuss Ofcom's oversight of broadcasters, the consequences of previous World Service cuts, and the impact of new ones. We also explore long-term solutions to the issue of its funding, which is under revi…

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261. Helen Lederer 59:11

1h ago59:11

59:11

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Helen Lederer about getting through rejection in her career, being honest on stage and the changing comedy landscape, as well as plenty of stories from her memoir NOT THAT I'M BITTER. Due to a technical issue, there is a very short period in the middle in which the sound quality changes. The discussion is su…

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Stewart Purvis, former Ofcom regulator challenges Ofcom's conclusions on its audience research and its guidance on politicians as presenters 31:34

16d ago31:34

31:34

Stewart Purvis, former content regulator at Ofcom and former Editor of Channel 4 News and ITN Chief Executive, discusses Ofcom’s guidance on general election coverage published last week. Stewart delves into the research on which Ofcom based its guidelines, spells out what the guidance means in practice, and reflects on Ofcom as an organisation. “O…

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260. Matthew Syed 1:04:50

11d ago1:04:50

1:04:50

Iain Dale interviews author and commentator Matthew Syed about his former life as a professional table tennis player, the UK's economic trouble, whether he still has political ambitions and much more besides.By Global

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Democracy and the legacy of Christendom | Dr Oliver O'Donovan | EP38 39:00

19d ago39:00

39:00

Dr Oliver O'Donovan is one of the greatest living Christian theologians. For many years he held posts at Oxford University and Edinburgh University. Luke and Oliver discuss the challenges of democracy, the legacy of Christendom, and the task of accommodating multiple worldviews within one society. Disagree with Dr O'Donovan? Let us know in the YouT…

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Comedian Steve Punt discusses his departure from the BBC Radio 4 satirical news programme 'The Now Show' and the evolution of radio comedy 33:35

13d ago33:35

33:35

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis took their bow from BBC Radio 4’s satirical news programme ‘The Now Show’ last Friday after 25 years. Steve Punt discusses the last programme, the development and success of this long-running radio comedy show, the impact of our changing news consumption, political bias, radio comedy’s evolution and the new podcast format…

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Ep 64 - Crucified / Pillars of Humanity 1:33:53

18d ago1:33:53

1:33:53

On this episode, Steve and Britt discuss the classic sophmore album by thrash legends the Crucified, "The Pillars of Humanity." This fast, riff-heavy album was released in 1991 on Ocean records and re-released by Tooth and Nail in 2009. Robert Vaughn (Riverhouse): https://igg.me/at/CUv5GwlCPr8/x#/ Mike Knott tribute: http://kck.st/3vRs2H2 Spotify p…

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Max Cotton discusses his BBC 'Growing Solo' documentary series on his year long food self-sufficiency experiment and the importance of food and farming literacy 26:59

1M ago26:59

26:59

Max Cotton is a former BBC political reporter who has spent a year finding out if he can grow and produce 100% of his food on his smallholding near Glastonbury. We discuss his BBC Radio 4 documentary series on the experiment 'Growing Solo', as well as exploring food and farming literacy, food security and self sufficiency in the UK. "As a group of …

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258. Liz Truss 1:23:58

22d ago1:23:58

1:23:58

Iain Dale interviews former Prime Minister Liz Truss about her time in office, what conservatives are getting wrong, Biden vs Trump, net zero, defence spending 'activism' in the civil service, bugging Boris Johnson in hospital and much more besides, as well as Liz's new book TEN YEARS TO SAVE THE WEST.…

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257. Matt Forde 52:10

1M ago52:10

52:10

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to comedian Matt Forde. They discuss his life-changing cancer diagnosis and recovery, the state of the political parties... and he gives us some of his best impressions! Matt also takes calls from LBC listeners.By Global

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DEBATE | Is Christianity Progressive? | Calvin Robinson vs Steve Chalke | EP37 47:42

28d ago47:42

47:42

Steve Chalke is a pastor, writer, and founder of Oasis Trust. Calvin Robinson is a priest, former GB News broadcaster, and now Lotus Eaters contributor. Disagree with Steve or Calvin? Let us know in the YouTube comments! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecreedandculturepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreedandculturepodcast/ Twit…

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256. Lord Peter Hain 54:39

2M ago54:39

54:39

Iain Dale interviews Labour peer and former MP Lord Hain about his time helping negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, the art of writing a good biography, and his latest thriller novel THE LION CONSPIRACY, which focuses on the real life corruption surrounding lion poaching in South Africa.By Global

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Ep 63 - Easter Songs 1:24:24

1M ago1:24:24

1:24:24

In this episode, we discuss 10 classic Easter songs (and a few more) that cover Jesus' death and resurrection. Maybe the most sylistically diverse episode of the podcast, we include artists from Vengeance Rising to Keith Green. Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0dId1dY0YvKA4Tvq3dUcn5 Other links: Website: geeksrockcast.com FB: htt…

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Rory Cellan-Jones ex BBC Technology Correspondent on Tim Davie’s speech, 'Movers and Shakers', 'Ruskin Park' and #SophieFromRomania 27:31

1M ago27:31

27:31

Rory Cellan-Jones, former BBC Technology and Business Correspondent examines Tim Davie’s, the BBC’s Director General speech on the BBC’s future priorities. He also explores life after the BBC, discussing his, ‘Movers and Shakers’ Parkinson’s podcast, his family memoir ‘Ruskin Park’ and his forthcoming book on #SophieFromRomania - his beloved rescue…

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255. John O'Farrell 42:45

2M ago42:45

42:45

Iain Dale interviews author and comedy scriptwriter John O'Farrell about whether family should matter more than politics, standing against Theresa May in Maidenhead, his comedy writing (including the Mrs Doubtfire Musical!) and much else besides, including his new satirical novel about our divided times, FAMILY POLITICS.…

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The Arty Bunch: Episode #1 with Ophelia Talks 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

Hello and thank you so much to everyone that has decide to sit down and watch the first ever arty bunch podcast episode! I hope you all enjoyed and found it entertaining huge thanks to Ophelia Talks also known as Anja for agreeing to be in this podcast. Anja is a crochet youtuber over on YouTube with unique and colourful work to check out more of h…

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The Arty Bunch: Episode #3 - Noah Greenhalgh 19:49

2M ago19:49

19:49

Hello again everyone, welcome back to the 3rd episode of the arty bunch podcast. I’m so grateful for all those young artists out there listening! I really appreciate every single one of you. And huge thanks to Noah Greenhalgh for agreeing to be part of this episode it was a blast! To find out more about Noah click here: https://www.artstation.com/n…

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The Arty Bunch: Episode #2 with Bella Coco 21:55

2M ago21:55

21:55

First of all I would like to thank Sarah Jayne also known as Bella Coco over on YouTube. Bella Coco is a crochet youtuber who offers a variety of tutorials as well as tips for new aspiring crocheters to check out her channel click here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEzmjboJ_6-uG8-1j4coNw And of course, huge thanks to TAPE Community Music and Fi…

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Chris Banatvala, former Ofcom Director of Standards discusses Ofcom, GB News, impartiality and freedom of expression 29:06

2M ago29:06

29:06

In the week that Ofcom finds GB News in breach of its code five times but will face no sanction, we talk to Chris Banatvala, Ofcom’s founding Director of Standards, and Content Board member, who was responsible for drafting and enforcing its codes. He is now an independent member of the Sky News Board, Channel 4’s online independent complaint revie…

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254. Baroness Natalie Bennett 1:12:35

2M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

Iain Dale interviews former Green Party leader Natalie Bennett about her views on how the economy should be reformed (debate ensues!), her time leading her party, how she got her peerage and whether she likes dealing with the media. They also talk about her new book CHANGE EVERYTHING: HOW WE CAN RETHINK, REPAIR AND REBUILD SOCIETY.…

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Ep 62 - Interview with Randy Rose 37:26

2M ago37:26

37:26

On this special episode, Randy Rose from Mad at the World joins us to talk about what it was like getting signed to a record deal as a teen, the evolution of MATW, and the new crowdfunded album on the way, Love and Despair. Enjoy this great conversation then go pledge at the MATW Kickstarter. http://kck.st/3uSEHJb Spotify Playlist: http://kck.st/3u…

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Understanding this Strange New World | Dr Carl Trueman | EP36 40:11

2M ago40:11

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Carl Trueman is Professor of Biblical and Religious Studies at Grove City College. Luke and Carl discuss his book Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecreedandculturepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreedandculturepodcast/ Twitter: Cr…

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Magnus Brooke, ITV Group Director of Strategy discusses the future of Public Service Broadcasting and the funding of 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office' 29:47

2M ago29:47

29:47

Magnus Brooke is Group Director of Strategy, Policy and Regulation at ITV where profits are down by 60%. The digital revolution is changing broadcasting fundamentally and destroying former business models. So does ITV have a future as a Public Service Broadcaster? We also discuss the Media Bill and the added responsibility on Ofcom's shoulders - an…

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Special Episode - Michael Knott Tribute 5:39

2M ago5:39

5:39

Michael Gerard Knott passed away March 12, 2024. We here at the Rockcast had a special love for Michael Knott and the art he made throughout the years. This is just a small tribute to him. Tribute to Michael Knott event - Dick Church's restaurant Costa Mesa, CA: https://www.facebook.com/events/766659075114897…

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253. Tom Swarbrick 1:13:09

2M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

Iain Dale interviews LBC presenter Tom Swarbrick about his time as a reporter (during which he once tried to take a horse on a bus), working in Number 10 with Theresa May, taking over the drivetime slot on LBC and dealing with breaking news.By Global

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Peter Taylor, veteran BBC journalist discusses his latest documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA' 34:40

2M ago34:40

34:40

One of Britain’s finest reporters Peter Taylor, with numerous books, documentaries and awards spanning a career of over 50 years, on his latest BBC documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’. We discuss the human cost of IRA informers, the role of Scappaticci codenamed “Stakeknife”, Operation Kenova and covering Northern Ireland. “T…

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252. Peter Hitchens 1:44:01

2M ago1:44:01

1:44:01

Iain Dale interviews journalist and author Peter Hitchens about his changing political views, the death of his mother, rediscovering religious faith, whether our prisons work and why he thinks he should be doing more TV work!By Global

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'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’, veteran journalist Peter Taylor discusses his latest BBC documentary 0:37

2M ago0:37

0:37

One of Britain’s finest reporters Peter Taylor, with numerous books, documentaries and awards spanning a career of over 50 years, on his latest BBC documentary 'Our Dirty War: The British State and the IRA’. We discuss the human cost of IRA informers, the role of Scappaticci codenamed “Stakeknife”, Operation Kenova and covering Northern Ireland. “T…

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Reinvigorating the West | John Anderson | EP35 38:17

2M ago38:17

38:17

John Anderson served as Deputy Prime Minister of Australia for 6 years between 1999 and 2005 under John Howard. He is now a cultural commentator with a very large online following. Luke and John discuss the attraction of the Christian worldview at our current cultural moment; the political arrangements we might aim at; the possibility of reinvigora…

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Baroness Kidron former film and documentary director on Bridget Jones, the threat of tech giants and ad funded PSBs 28:14

2M ago28:14

28:14

Baroness Kidron is one of the country's foremost drama and documentary directors. Her long list of credits includes ‘Storyville’, 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit', 'Victoria and Abdul' and 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason'. She now sits as a crossbench peer and is the founder of the Five Rights Foundation. For the past five years, she has been on…

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Ep 61 - Interview with Whitecross - Rex Carroll and Dave Roberts 59:33

2M ago59:33

59:33

This is a special episode of the Rockcast where we get to chat with one of our all time favorite bands! Legendary guitarist Rex Carroll and new vocalist Dave Roberts join us for an amazing conversation starting in the early days and leading up to their new album, Fear No Evil. Whitecross site: whitecrossband.com Fear No Evil CD: https://bit.ly/49Br…

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Former film and documentary director Baroness Kidron on Bridget Jones, the threat of tech giants and ad funded PSBs 0:48

2M ago0:48

0:48

Baroness Kidron is one of the country's foremost drama and documentary directors. Her long list of credits includes ‘Storyville’, 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit', 'Victoria and Abdul' and 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason'. She now sits as a crossbench peer and is the founder of the Five Rights Foundation. For the past five years, she has been on…

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251. Lord Michael Howard 1:09:23

3M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Iain Dale interviews former leader of the Conservative Party Lord Howard about his journey through politics, his experiences of the 2005 election, that interview with Jeremy Paxman and Ann Widdecombe saying there was 'something of the night about him' - and much more besides.By Global

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Anna McNamee, Sandford St Martin Trust on the Media Bill, religious literacy, commissioning and accessible broadcasting 27:09

2M ago27:09

27:09

Anna McNamee, an award-winning Canadian journalist and writer with a background in BBC radio, is the Executive Director of the Sandford St Martin Trust, dedicated to promoting excellence in religious broadcasting. We discuss the new Media Bill, the importance of religious literacy, the decline in programming on religion and ethics, commissioning pr…

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The Media Bill, religious literacy, commissioning and accessible broadcasting with Anna McNamee, Sandford St Martin Trust 0:56

2M ago0:56

0:56

Anna McNamee, an award-winning Canadian journalist and writer with a background in BBC radio, is the Executive Director of the Sandford St Martin Trust, dedicated to promoting excellence in religious broadcasting. We discuss the new Media Bill, the importance of religious literacy, the decline in programming on religion and ethics, commissioning pr…

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Communism has come to the West | Dr James Lindsay | EP34 1:00:20

3M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Dr James Lindsay is a writer, speaker, and podcast host. Along with Peter Boghossian and Helen Pluckrose, he undertook the famous grievance studies hoax, which arguably demonstrated the low academic standards of some university disciplines. James wrote Cynical Theories with Helen Pluckrose, which outlines the intellectual background to the ‘woke’ i…

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250. Iain Dale 1:47:27

3M ago1:47:27

1:47:27

On this special edition to mark 250 episodes, Iain Dale is the interviewee. Carolyn Quinn speaks to him about his childhood growing up on a farm, his career in and around politics and getting into radio.By Global

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Prof Catherine Johnson discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding 28:29

3M ago28:29

28:29

Catherine Johnson, Professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book ‘Online TV’, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding. “I think part of the problem is tha…

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The decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding – we talk to Prof Catherine Johnson 0:50

3M ago0:50

0:50

Catherine Johnson, Professor of Media and Communications at the University of Leeds, author of the book ‘Online TV’, and a member of the Department of Culture, Media and Sports College of experts discusses the decline in PSB revenue, reliance on tech giants for distribution, the Media Bill, Ofcom and BBC funding. “I think part of the problem is tha…

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Is the 21st Century working for women? | Lois McLatchie Miller | EP33 40:28

3M ago40:28

40:28

Lois McLatchie Miller is a cultural commentator and senior communications officer at ADF UK. Luke and Lois discuss contemporary feminism, the sexual revolution, abortion, fertility rates, maternity leave, and… the Barbie movie! Apologies for the quality of Luke's audio... there was a tech malfunction. That said, Lois does most of the speaking, and …

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249. Lord Karan Bilimoria 55:51

3M ago55:51

55:51

Iain Dale interviews businessman Lord Bilimoria about why he founded Cobra Beer, his time as president of the CBI during the pandemic, his British Asian identity and whether Brexit is going very well.By Global

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ep 60 - Steve Taylor / Meltdown 1:31:44

3M ago1:31:44

1:31:44

Steve Taylor was not afraid to take on difficult topics and that fact is on full display on his 1984 debut full length release, Meltdown. Steve and Britt jump and take on this classic album and the topics song by song. Spotify playlist: https://spoti.fi/3SDloeG Bloodgood/Deliverance preorders: https://boonesoverstock.com/collections/pre-orders Mylo…

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David Lloyd co-founder of Boom Radio and local radio expert discusses changes in BBC local radio and Ofcom's oversight of them 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

In the week the BBC announced that it's preparing to launch new spin-off digital radio stations for Radios 1, 2, and 3 to provide more choice to audiences underserved by the BBC, we're talking to the co-founder of Boom Radio - a station that emerged to fill the gap left by Radio 2. David Lloyd, who has worked in radio for over 40 years, from LBC to…

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Co-founder of Boom Radio and local radio expert David Lloyd discusses changes in BBC local radio and Ofcom's oversight of them 1:16

3M ago1:16

1:16

In the week the BBC has announced that it's preparing to launch new spin-off digital radio stations for Radios 1, 2, and 3 to provide more choice to audiences underserved by the BBC, we're talking to the co-founder of Boom Radio - a station that emerged to fill the gap left by Radio 2. David Lloyd, who has worked in radio for over 40 years, from LB…

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248. Baroness Lynda Chalker 53:31

3M ago53:31

53:31

Iain Dale interviews former cabinet minister Baroness Chalker about her remarkable life in frontline politics, losing her mum when she was only a teenager, working with Margaret Thatcher - and being pegged by Iain as the next prime minister!By Global

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Sir Craig Oliver former BBC editor and No 10 director of communications on Bashir emails, impartiality, Sir Robbie Gibb, GB News and mental health 30:33

3M ago30:33

30:33

Sir Craig Oliver is a former editor of BBC News at Six and Ten and was the Downing Street director of politics and communications under David Cameron. We discuss the release of the BBC Bashir emails, impartiality, Sir Robbie Gibb’s position on the BBC board, GB News and his career. “I don’t think we need GB News ….. what we're realising increasingl…

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Former BBC editor and No 10 director of communications Sir Craig Oliver on Bashir emails, impartiality, Sir Robbie Gibb, GB News and mental health 0:57

3M ago0:57

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Sir Craig Oliver is a former editor of BBC News at Six and Ten and was the Downing Street director of politics and communications under David Cameron. We discuss the release of the BBC Bashir emails, impartiality, Sir Robbie Gibb’s position on the BBC board, GB News and his career. “I don’t think we need GB News ….. what we're realising increasingl…

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