Best Global LBC Podcasts (2024)

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446. Handbags at Dawn 1:04:58

1h ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Iain and Jacqui discuss Humza Yousaf’s problems, the Rwanda Bill becoming an Act, defence spending, rail renationalization, the US Ukraine vote, the departure of Huw Edwards from the BBC, the death of Frank Field and calls for the Met Commissioner’s resignation. Smut quota: Low... with the odd exception.…

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Caroline Lucas: Being Britain's first and only Green MP 1:00:45

15h ago1:00:45

1:00:45

In 2010 Caroline Lucas made history when she was elected as the MP for Brighton Pavilion, becoming the first Green Party candidate to enter Parliament. She has increased her majority at every election since and served as the Green leader twice. In her 14 years in Westminster, Caroline has used her platform to put environmental and equality issues o…

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Is the Scottish government falling apart? 2:25:53

18h ago2:25:53

2:25:53

Is the Scottish government falling apart?By Global

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Can Ukraine win the war with the West's help? 2:25:18

2d ago2:25:18

2:25:18

Can Ukraine win the war with the West's help? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are SNP MP and former broadcaster John Nicolson, Conservative MP and energy minister Andrew Bowie, pollster Scarlett Maguire and comedian Dom Joly.By Global

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Do older people get a hard time? 2:27:05

3d ago2:27:05

2:27:05

Do older people get a hard time? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Labour's Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, Bloomberg's Ailbhe Rea, Conservative MP Craig Whittaker and former Conservative comms director Giles Kenningham.By Global

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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

3d 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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445. Sloppy Seconds: Cross-Party Friendships 1:06:13

4d ago1:06:13

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Iain and Jacqui explain the benefits and challenges of having friends from a different political party! Also, questions on how to find out your MP's views, why there are so many ministers, proscribing the IRGC, whether five year parliaments are too long and loads else.By Global

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259. Reverend Steve Chalke 47:26

4d 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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Rwanda policy ping pong and are you a patriot? 2:27:54

4d ago2:27:54

2:27:54

Rwanda policy ping pong and are you a patriot? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Lib Dem MP Munira Wilson, social policy analyst Rakib Ehsan and Guardian columnist Zoe Williams.By Global

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How Alexandra Tolstoy escaped from a Russian Dacha 47:03

4d ago47:03

47:03

"He brought in a Psychiatrist to sedate me and handcuff me" From a Bareback Cossack to an abusive Russian Oligarch, Alexandra Tolstoy has lived one hell of a difficult life... Related to the great Russian author Leo Tolstoy, Alexandra has written of her many horseback adventures. She was also in a relationship with the Russian Oligarch known as 'Pu…

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444. Trussed Up 1:02:15

8d ago1:02:15

1:02:15

Iain and Jacqui discuss Iain's interview with Liz Truss, the Iranian attack on Israel, Angela Rayner, freedom of movement, the smoking ban policy, Mark Menzies and loads more! Smut quota: Graham needn't worry too much.By Global

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Bassem Youssef: Egypt's Jon Stewart on Palestine, the press and Piers Morgan 52:23

8d ago52:23

52:23

In 2011 Bassem Youssef was a little-known heart surgeon in Cairo. A year later, he was hosting his own political satire TV show, Al-Bernameg, drawing in 30 million weekly viewers as he made fun of the Egyptian regime. Bassem's comedy was groundbreaking but it proved too controversial to remain on air. In 2014 he was forced to move to United States,…

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Retail giant Theo Paphitis takes your calls 2:29:19

8d ago2:29:19

2:29:19

Retail giant Theo Paphitis takes your callsBy Global

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Can the UK have any influence over what Netanyahu does next? 2:23:57

9d ago2:23:57

2:23:57

Can the UK have any influence over what Netanyahu does next? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Labour's Stella Creasy, Conservative Rachel Maclean, Lib Dem Lord Razall and Luke Tryl from the More in Common think tank, which aims to tackle social divisions.By Global

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Kemi Badenoch takes your calls 2:25:49

10d ago2:25:49

2:25:49

Kemi Badenoch takes your calls on the Cass review, prayer in schools, conversion therapy and Brexit. Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Conservative MP and deputy chairman Angela Richardson, SDLP MP Claire Hanna, historian Tessa Dunlop and acting editor at ConservativeHome Henry Hill.…

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443. Sloppy Seconds: Calling An Election 1:04:08

11d ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Iain and Jacqui explain the process of calling an election - and what happens next! Also, questions on new parliamentary candidates, banning smartphones for children, Owen Jones leaving the Labour Party and more.By Global

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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

11d ago26:59

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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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Liz Truss on her mini-budget, Trump vs Biden and her 'unfinished business' 2:26:28

11d ago2:26:28

2:26:28

Liz Truss on her mini-budget, Trump vs Biden and her 'unfinished business' Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Conservative former foreign minister Sir Alan Duncan, Labour's leader in the House of Lords Baroness Smith, author and broadcaster Matthew Syed and Whitehall editor at the Financial Times Lucy Fisher.…

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Sam McAlister, the woman behind THAT Prince Andrew interview 46:00

11d ago46:00

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This week’s difficult woman is Newsnight's star booker Sam McAlister. A working class girl who’s mixed with princes and paupers, Sam has always known how to get where she needs to be. The story behind THAT Prince Andrew interview has now been turned into a blockbuster Netflix film, listen as I interview the woman behind the SCOOP…

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258. Liz Truss 1:23:58

11d 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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442. Dirndl and Lederhosen 1:00:48

15d ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Iain and Jacqui discuss Labour going after tax dodgers, William Wragg, Cameron paying Trump a visit, protesters outside Starmer's house, whether Angela Rayner's in danger, Harold Wilson's affair and loads more. Smut quota: Middling.By Global

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James Timpson: The secrets to running a successful business and making money 59:25

15d ago59:25

59:25

"The best ideas don't come from the boardroom, the best ideas come from the frontline." James Timpson is the chief executive of Timpson, a family-run business known for its key cutting and watch repair services. James does business differently. His unconventional leadership style has raised eyebrows - but it works. Since taking over Timpson, he has…

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'Aggressive begging', Bill Browder and Evgenia Kara-Murza, Question Marks and prison reform 2:29:10

15d ago2:29:10

2:29:10

'Aggressive begging', Bill Browder and Evgenia Kara-Murza, Question Marks and prison reformBy Global

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Are we letting children down over gender care? 2:30:58

16d ago2:30:58

2:30:58

Are we letting children down over gender care? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Imam Ajmal Masroor, Lib Dem director of communications Baroness Grender, barrister and former Conservative MP Jerry Hayes and the Spectator's James Heale.By Global

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257. Matt Forde 52:10

17d 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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Should protesters stay away from Keir Starmer's house? 52:10

17d ago52:10

52:10

Should protesters stay away from Keir Starmer's house? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Conservative peer Lord Marland, City AM's Alys Denby, Labour candidate Kevin Craig and political commentator Jonathan Lis.By Global

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Is it just 'middle class lefties' fighting more private sector involvement in the NHS? 2:30:57

18d ago2:30:57

2:30:57

Is it just 'middle class lefties' fighting more private sector involvement in the NHS?By Global

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How Daisy Goodwin derailed the Conservative Mayoral campaign 44:07

19d ago44:07

44:07

"Men get away with it because women don't want to report it" This week's difficult woman is author, producer, and screenwriter Daisy Goodwin. The brilliant mind behind Grand Designs, Victoria, and Diva, Daisy's multi-format career is impressive to say the least. Though you may be more familiar with her as the defiant voice who exposed Tory Mayoral …

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Bryony Gordon: My OCD made me think my family would die 57:35

22d ago57:35

57:35

Bryony Gordon is a bestselling author, mental health campaigner and founder of Mental Health Mates. She has been a columnist for the Telegraph for over twenty years where she has written honestly and openly about her experiences of mental illness and addictions. Her latest book, Mad Woman details her experiences of OCD, binge eating and the endless…

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441. Renowned Banker 1:15:34

22d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

Iain and Jacqui discuss aid workers killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza, calls for arms sales to cease, a new MRP poll looking bad for the Tories, Iain's new job, a change to the format, 25 years of the minimum wage, ID cards, a naughty Cross Question moment, the Michael Jackson musical and lots more besides. Smut quota: Largely decent.…

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Is it fair to give more lenient sentences to people who grew up in poverty? 2:27:12

22d ago2:27:12

2:27:12

Is it fair to give more lenient sentences to people who grew up in poverty? Plus, comedian Matt Forde takes your calls!By Global

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Should we stop sending weapons to Israel? 2:28:10

23d ago2:28:10

2:28:10

Should we stop sending weapons to Israel? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are broadcaster Gavin Esler, author and former Labour official Richard Power-Sayeed, businesswoman and former Cameron adviser Sarah Southern and political commentator Michael Brown - who used to be a Conservative MP.…

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256. Lord Peter Hain 54:39

24d 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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How can aid be safely taken into Gaza if humanitarian workers are being killed by Israeli airstrikes? 2:30:00

24d ago2:30:00

2:30:00

How can aid be safely taken into Gaza if humanitarian workers are being killed by Israeli airstrikes? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are author Jonn Elledge, former Conservative MP Angela Knight, general secretary of the Fire Brigades Union Matt Wrack and columnist Grant Tucker.By Global

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The Former Chief of Ofsted on the death of Ruth Perry 44:13

26d ago44:13

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“People assume everything should be about making the adults comfortable and happy and forget about the extra risk that puts on children.” This weeks difficult women is Amanda Spielman. Former chief of Ofsted who stepped down at the end of last year amid the death of Ruth Perry. A death which has subsequently lead to a total overhaul of how we asses…

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440. Short but Sweet 52:04

28d ago52:04

52:04

Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith rejoice in the afterglow of their Dublin show as they discuss the week’s news, including the possibility of Johnny Mercer being jailed, the failures of Michael Gove as Housing Secretary, the pensions triple lock. The England football shirt and the NHS British Social Attitudes Survey. Smut quota: Zero…

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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby: Finding my faith amidst hangovers, beatings and abuse 50:51

29d ago50:51

50:51

Growing up, Justin Welby thought his home life was normal. It wasn't until he was a teenager that he realised being brought up by an abusive, alcoholic father was anything but. He found faith and the love of God as a student at Cambridge, bringing with it a sense of peace and security. He graduated and then spent 11 years working in the oil industr…

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Should the UK consider legalising assisted dying? 2:13:59

29d ago2:13:59

2:13:59

Should the UK consider legalising assisted dying? Plus, Conservative Peer Lord Tony Sewell takes your calls on racism in Britain.By Global

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How satisfied are you with the NHS? 2:13:33

29d ago2:13:33

2:13:33

How satisfied are you with the NHS? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Olney, Lawyer and Activist Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu, Conservative Peer Baroness Tina Stowell and Director of the Reform Think Tank, Charlotte Pickles.By Global

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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

1M 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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Will forcing the Veterans Minister to name whistleblowers put people off of ever exposing wrongdoing again? 2:15:46

1M ago2:15:46

2:15:46

Will forcing the Veterans Minister to name whistleblowers put people off of ever exposing wrongdoing again? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are the former Conservative Cabinet Minister Justine Greening, Green Party peer Baroness Jenny Jones, the chair of the Dignity in Dying campaign Rabbi Dr Jonathan Romain and the Daily Telegraph…

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439. For the Many! Live in Dublin (to be sure) 1:52:58

1M ago1:52:58

1:52:58

Iain and Jacqui enjoyed a lovely weekend in Ireland’s capital, which culminated in a near sellout ‘For the Many Live! At the Laughter Lounge comedy club. The resignation of Leo Varadkar as Taoiseach provided the ideal background to the show and they were delighted that the Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe, and mentioned as a possibl…

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