Best Houchen Podcasts (2024)

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The Ben Houchen Interview 45:49

37m ago45:49

45:49

Today we speak to Ben Houchen, the Conservative mayor for Tees Valley who was given a life peerage by Boris Johnson. Adam speaks to Ben about his role as mayor, how he got into politics and how he managed to defeat national trends to hold his position in the 2024 local elections. Ben explains why he thinks the party should have gone shorter with th…

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Men and Life w. Taylor Houchens 45:39

27d ago45:39

45:39

Men and Life w. Taylor HouchensBy Ryan Paul

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Around the World in 73 Elections 31:51

16m ago31:51

31:51

Today, we look at some of the elections that are taking place around the globe in 2024! 6 months after they discussed the future of democracy in 2024, Adam reunites with political scientist Ben Ansell for an update on the elections taking place this year. They discuss the US election; why the Democrats chose to make their campaign all about democra…

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Let The Games Begin! 35:55

1h ago35:55

35:55

Today we look at the start of Olympics in Paris. Adam is joined by Sarah Mulkerrins from BBC Sport, our Paris Correspondent Andrew Harding and four time Olympic gold medalist Matthew Pinsent. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news sto…

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Did Biden Explain Why He's Quitting the Race? 26:45

3h ago26:45

26:45

Today, Adam is joined by Justin Webb from Americast following Joe Biden's primetime address, announcing he is stepping down from the US presidential race. US President Joe Biden has told Americans that it's time to “pass the torch to a new generation” as he sought to explain the historic decision to end his faltering re-election campaign. You can j…

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Sir Keir Starmer's PMQs Debut 31:33

33m ago31:33

31:33

Today, we discuss the first post-election edition of Prime Minister’s Questions - and the first since Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak swapped places. Adam is joined by Chris and Alex to talk through the day’s political news, including PMQs, the seven Labour MPs who have been suspended after voting against the government and Baroness Eluned Morgan …

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The Need for Fiscal Responsibility in Our Government w/ Dr. Mark Warshawsky 30:23

3h ago30:23

30:23

According to a recent report, the Social Security Fund Reserve will run out by 2035. This means that something needs to be done within 9 years for retirees to receive their full benefits. To talk further about the need for fiscal responsibility in our federal government is Dr. Mark Warshawsky, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (A…

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Jess Phillips on Misogyny... Bibby Stockholm + JD Vance 31:06

30m ago31:06

31:06

Today, we look at the National Police Chiefs Councils report into rising violence against women and girls, with Home Office minister Jess Phillips. The report estimates at least one in 12 women (about 2 million) in England and Wales would be victims of violence every year, and that the problem had been growing. Adam and Jess also discuss the closin…

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Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris 35:21

18m ago35:21

35:21

Today, everything you need to know about Kamala Harris. We profile Vice-President Kamala Harris, who is the new favourite to be Democratic nominee for the White House after President Biden announced he would not be running. What does she stand for? What has she done in her time as VP? And, is she the first truly meme’d politician? Adam is joined by…

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Biden Withdraws from the Presidential Race! 29:14

1h ago29:14

29:14

US President Joe Biden withdraws from the presidential race after weeks of mounting pressure from Democrats - and backs Vice-President Kamala Harris to be the democratic nominee. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere. Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from th…

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Is The Chancellor Taking a Chance on Public Sector Pay? 33:49

38m ago33:49

33:49

Rachel Reeves hints at above-inflation pay rises for teachers and some NHS workers. Laura and Paddy talk through today's Reeves' interview, as well as shadow chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, who says Labour's claim of the "worst economic inheritance since World War Two" is "absolute nonsense". You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyur…

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Keir Starmer, JD Vance and Hulk Hogan… What a week! 28:29

1h ago28:29

28:29

Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern. Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge. Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics. You can join our Newscast online community …

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Americast x Newscast Q+A 37:19

6d ago37:19

37:19

Today, Newscast and Americast join forces to answer your questions on the US election. What brought Donald Trump and JD Vance together? If Kamala Harris does run to be President, who would be her VP? And, Is President Michelle Obama a possibility? Adam is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Marianna Spring. You can join our Newscast online commun…

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Breaking Newscast: Super Massive IT Outage 21:42

5d ago21:42

21:42

Today, we’re looking at major IT outages that have hit industries across the world. More than 1,000 flights are cancelled. Banking, healthcare and shops are also affected. Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike says a "defect" in one of its software updates hit Windows operating systems You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/n…

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The President Zelensky Interview 25:15

1h ago25:15

25:15

Today, President Zelensky sits down for an interview with Chris Mason. The Ukrainian leader was in the UK, alongside other world leaders, as part of the meeting of the European Political Community at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Speaking after the event President Zelesnky discussed with Chris the possible return of President Trump, the mistakes …

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Covid Inquiry: UK 'Failed Citizens' 41:20

2h ago41:20

41:20

Today we look at the first report released by the Covid Inquiry. Focusing on pandemic preparations, it said the governments of the UK and devolved nations had ‘failed its citizens’ by planning for the wrong pandemic. The report lays out the failures, including ‘groupthink’ mentality and ‘labyrinthine’ systems. Adam is joined by health reporter Jim …

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King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button 38:58

1h ago38:58

38:58

Today, we look at what was in Labour’s first King’s Speech. Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn’t included. Adam also speaks to Labour’s Lucy Powell, now Leade…

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Get Married w/ Dr. Brad Wilcox 29:22

4h ago29:22

29:22

Is marriage an out-of-date institution? Does it get in the way of happiness and fulfillment? To talk further about the importance of marriage to individuals, families, and society, Dr. Brad Wilcox of the University of Virginia joins us to discuss his latest book Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civili…

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Gething Resigns As Welsh First Minister 18:52

22h ago18:52

18:52

Today, we look at the resignation of Welsh First Minister, Vaughan Gething. Just four months into the job, Vaughan Gething has quit his position as First Minister after four members of his cabinet resigned, calling for him to go. Since taking over in March, the FM has faced criticism for accepting a campaign donation from a businessman convicted of…

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Breaking Newscast: Southgate Resigns 19:09

1d ago19:09

19:09

Today, we look at the reaction to Gareth Southgate’s decision to resign as England manager. After almost eight years and 102 games in charge of the Three Lions, Southgate announced his decision to step down two days on from England’s 2-1 loss to Spain in the final of the Euro 2024. But what will be Southgate’s legacy? Adam is joined by BBC 5 Live c…

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Trump: "I'm Supposed to be Dead" 35:43

2d ago35:43

35:43

Today, we look at the aftermath of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. After surviving an attempt on his life, the former president says he will "bring the country together”, while President Joe Biden calls for the "temperature of politics" to be lowered. What will happen next in US politics? Adam is joined by Justin Webb, Americast presen…

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The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump 25:02

3d ago25:02

25:02

Laura and Paddy react to the news overnight that Donald Trump was the subject of a failed assassination attempt. We hear from our North America Correspondent Gary O’Donoghue who was at the scene when it happened. And also from Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, whose sister Jo Cox was murdered in 2016 when she was a sitting member of parliament. You can joi…

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Starmer’s First Week in Charge! 30:52

4d ago30:52

30:52

Today, we look at an eventful first week in charge for Keir Starmer, and tension already surfacing in the Tory leadership contest. The prime minister has faced questions over the U.S. president’s health at a Nato summit, committed to releasing prisoners early and is facing pressure over defence spending promises. Laura, Paddy and Adam also give us …

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Electioncast: The GE 2024 Binder 41:43

5d ago41:43

41:43

Today, we go through everything you need to know about the 2024 general election, and more! Now that the dust has settled, Newscast does a deep dive into the results. Did Labour lose votes from younger people? What impact did religion have? What connects a chain of posh bakeries to the Lib Dems? Adam is joined by: - Scarlett Maguire, director at th…

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Starmer Gives Biden Boost 34:39

6d ago34:39

34:39

Today, we look at Chris Mason’s interview with prime minister Sir Keir Starmer, plus we discuss why more prisoners could be released early from UK prisons. Adam chats to Chris about his interview with the prime minister in Washington at the Nato summit. Keir Starmer said that Joe Biden was 'on really good form' and doubled down on the government’s …

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Starmers and Stripes 34:20

7d ago34:20

34:20

Today we look at the meeting of world leaders including Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the NATO summit in Washington. Adam is joined by Chris from Washington and Americast host Justin Webb to talk about the prime minister’s first day at the gathering. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is coming under pressure to stand down as the Democratic presid…

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Cultural Sanctification: Engaging the Culture with the Early Church w/ Dr. Stephen Presley 40:15

6d ago40:15

40:15

How should Christians engage the culture? And should Christians engage politically? To help us think through these important questions with help from the wisdom of the early Church, we are joined by Dr. Stephen Presley to discuss his latest book Cultural Sanctification: Engaging the World like the Early Church. Dr. Presley is a professor of Church …

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Starmer, Sunak and Swearing In 35:38

8d ago35:38

35:38

Today, we recap the first meeting of the new parliament and the latest roll call of government appointments, as well as the new chair of the Conservative’s 1922 committee. Adam is joined by Vicki Young to explain the day’s ceremonies, the latest government appointments, and the first House of Commons speeches by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and …

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Homes Under The Starmer? 36:08

9d ago36:08

36:08

Today, we hear who’s in - and who’s out - of the new Labour government and unpack Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first speech from the Treasury. As MP’s arrive for their first day in office, Adam and Chris talk about Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's visit to the four nations plus the latest list of Labour’s ministerial appointments. And Faisal has been…

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The Sir Keir Starmer Profile (Replay) 35:31

9d ago35:31

35:31

A replay of our profile of the leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer - now Prime Minister. Adam is joined by Ailbhe Rea, associate editor at Bloomberg UK, and Tom Baldwin, author of Keir Starmer: The Biography, to chronicle Keir Starmer’s early life and political career. They discuss his family life, his legal career and how he rose to becom…

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Manifestation and Mindset w. Melissa Green 41:11

22d ago41:11

41:11

Manifestation and Mindset w. Melissa GreenBy Ryan Paul

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Electioncast: How did social media shape the election? 20:44

10d ago20:44

20:44

All the things we learnt from the undercover voters in the election. On this episode of Newscast, Disinformation and Social Media Correspondent Marianna Spring joins Adam to explain what we learnt from the undercover voters over the past few weeks. Using data from the National Centre for Social Research, Marianna set up fictional social media profi…

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Electioncast Results: What's in Labour’s In Tray? 27:51

10d ago27:51

27:51

Today, now that the election dust has settled, what challenges do the new Labour government face in their first few days? One issue that is already demanding Labour’s attention is the Tata Steelworks in Port Talbot in South Wales, with thousands of jobs currently at risk. And, the Conservatives are in search of a new leader. Potential contenders, V…

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Electioncast: Starmer Inside Number 10 30:47

11d ago30:47

30:47

Today, Sir Keir Starmer holds cabinet meeting on his first full day as the UK’s new prime minister. In this podcast recorded live for Radio 4, Adam, Laura and Paddy discuss Labour’s preparations for government, whether the Tory leadership race has already begun and which figure from Labour’s past could be making a return. Plus, Laura reveals one of…

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Electioncast Results: A New Labour Government 33:09

12d ago33:09

33:09

Today we look at the new members of the Labour government. Adam, Chris and Paddy look at Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet appointments including the unexpected addition of James Timpson and Sir Patrick Vallance. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest poli…

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Electioncast Results: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer 34:24

12d ago34:24

34:24

Today, Sir Keir Starmer became prime minister after visiting the King in Buckingham Palace. Adam and Alex discuss his first speech in Downing Street. Earlier on Friday, Rishi Sunak made a final speech as prime minister, apologising to the nation and announcing he would be stepping down as party leader in due course. And we look at the results that …

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Electioncast Results: Labour Wins General Election 35:41

13d ago35:41

35:41

The ballots are still being counted, but Labour are set to win a landslide victory in the 2024 General Election, making Sir Keir Starmer the new Prime Minister. Meanwhile the Conservatives are on track for a crushing defeat with several cabinet ministers losing their seats. The Lib Dems look set to return to levels not seen since before the coaliti…

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Electioncast: It's Over To You! 36:39

14d ago36:39

36:39

Today we look at the last day on the campaign trail for all the parties before polls open at 7am on Thursday morning. Adam, Chris, Paddy and Laura are reunited in the studio to discuss the final day of general election campaigning. The Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride conceded that Labour is likely to win a large majority, and the Sun has end…

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Pushing Back Against the Politicization of Business w/ Former AG Daniel Cameron 27:04

10d ago27:04

27:04

Americans pushed back against big businesses like Target and Bud Light when they entered the culture war. But what do we do when businesses target conservative organizations and individuals? To discuss these issues, we are joined this week by Daniel Cameron, former Attorney General of Kentucky and CEO of the 1792 Exchange, an organization dedicated…

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Electioncast: David Dimbleby on Election Night Fever 40:45

15d ago40:45

40:45

On the last full day of campaigning, legendary broadcaster David Dimbleby joins Newscast. Adam, David and Alex discuss the issues the country faces whoever wins the election, what to expect on Thursday night and what David really thinks about exit polls… Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was pr…

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Electioncast: Chris' Pit Stop and Policy Station 37:27

27d ago37:27

37:27

Today, we look at the final days of campaigning and what the parties’ plans are for the NHS and cost of living. Adam is joined by Chris Mason from the campaign trail as he’s been speaking to Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak, and they chat about how to cover the final days of a General Election campaign. And we take a look at some of the key policy …

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Creative Mind w. Debra Maldonado 1:00:14

27d ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Creative Mind w. Debra MaldonadoBy Ryan Paul

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Electioncast: Getting The Message?! 30:58

28d ago30:58

30:58

Today, Adam is joined by Laura and Henry to look at the final 72 hours until the exit poll. It’s three days to go until the election and the parties are scattered across the country. But what are the key messages they’ll be repeating, up until they all go quiet on polling day? And what’s the strategy behind those stunts and slogans? And we hear fro…

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Electioncast: Sunak and Labour's Final Sunday Pitch 30:21

29d ago30:21

30:21

On today’s episode, Laura talks with Paddy and Henry about her interview with Rishi Sunak this morning, in which the PM came out fighting once again. Labour’s campaign chief Pat McFadden was also on her show. They discuss why it was him, and not Keir Starmer. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere…

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Electioncast: The Run In 33:16

1M ago33:16

33:16

Today, in this podcast recorded live for Radio 4, Adam, Laura and Paddy talk about what we can expect from the final few days of campaigning. They also discuss whether the Reform campaign has been blown off course by evidence of racism in Clacton. Plus we look back at the moments in history that have defined campaigns gone by. You can join our News…

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Electioncast: Sunak’s Response to Racial Slur 40:54

1M ago40:54

40:54

Today we look at Rishi Sunak saying he was "hurt" and "angry" after a Reform UK canvasser used a racist term to describe him. Adam is in Glasgow with Newsnight’s Kirsty Wark and Nick Watt to discuss the Conservative Leader’s response and to answer some of your questions. And Marianna Spring is back with the UK Undercover Voters to look at the influ…

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Electioncast: The End Is In Sight… 35:24

1M ago35:24

35:24

Today marks one week until the end of the 2024 General Election campaign - so we’re looking back at the defining moments so far. Adam is joined by Lucy Fisher, Financial Times’ Whitehall Editor, John Stevens, The Mirror’s Political Editor, and Ben Riley-Smith, The Telegraph’s Political Editor. They discuss the moments they’ll remember from this Gen…

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Electioncast: Sunak vs Starmer (The Final Debate!) 29:26

1M ago29:26

29:26

Today, Newscast are in the spin room at the BBC Prime Ministerial Debate. Adam is joined by Laura and Chris for the final big set piece moment of the campaign. Apply to join us on election night: https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/newscast-all-nighter You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere …

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Electioncast: The BBC Prime Ministerial Debate (In Full!) 1:18:25

1M ago1:18:25

1:18:25

Presented by Mishal Husain, listen to the BBC Prime Ministerial debate in full with the leader of Conservatives Rishi Sunak and the leader of the Labour party Sir Keir Starmer. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Read lessBy BBC News

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Sunrise Children's Services Threatened by Biden Administration w/ Dale Suttles, President of Sunrise 30:40

18d ago30:40

30:40

The Biden Administration is implementing a rule to require would require children who identify as LGBTQ+ be placed in foster homes that accept the child's "gender identity," which would include "gender affirming" medical procedures. This threatens the existence of faith-based ministries like Kentucky's Sunrise Children's Services. In this week's ed…

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