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Welcome to The Daily T: The Telegraph’s straight-talking, free-thinking podcast.  Join Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley as they unpack the day’s biggest stories with their typical candour and humour. Listen to intelligent debate on UK politics, culture and foreign affairs. Plus, don’t miss exclusive interviews with influential figures and expert guests, from Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch to Prince Andrew’s biographer.  Get an insider’s view of the stories setting the news agenda. Listen every weekday from 5pm.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

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Jul 11, 2026

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How weak Starmer left Britain defenceless: Rebel armed forces minister reveals all 15.06.2026

Camilla and Tim are joined by Al Carns, the former armed forces minister who followed his boss John Healey in resigning last week over Keir Starmer’s inadequate Defence Investment Plan. Elsewhere, they also interview Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who offers to help Andy Burnham cut welfare spending to fund defence if he becomes Prime Minister. She also says the Government’s social media ban f...

Kingmaker: How Kate became William's secret weapon 14.06.2026

In this episode of Royal T: A Quick Cuppa, Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and The Telegraph’s Deputy Royal Editor Victoria Ward are joined by historian Kate Williams to discuss the future of the monarchy. Drawing on her new book Regina, they examine the historical traditions of royal women, the Princess of Wales’s unique path to queenship, and what kind of queen she will become for the modern Ho...

Woke madness and flag bans: It’s just not British! 13.06.2026

In the debut episode of the Weekend T, Telegraph Opinion writers Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon take a look at some comical and controversial news stories. This week they discuss dining pitch side at the World Cup, whether children’s books need trigger warnings, and is a hangover from two glasses of wine really acceptable if you’re British? We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegrap...

Makerfield: Reform and Restore at war as polls show Right is split 12.06.2026

Camilla and Tim are in Makerfield speaking to the candidates and voters with the by-election less than a week away, As Andy Burnham’s lead in the polls grows, will Reform and Restore split the vote on the Right and hand the keys to Number 10 to the Manchester mayor? Senior Producer: John Cadigan Camera Operator and Video Producer: Will Walters Editor: Camilla Tominey Highlights Will Restore and Re...

Starmer under fire as John Healey quits in almighty row over defence spending 11.06.2026

As John Healey resigns as defence secretary, throwing the Government into further disarray, Reform UK MP Danny Kruger joins Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley on today’s Daily T to assess Starmer’s latest crisis, the rising threat to national security from “backdoor” migration, and the latest Belfast riots. He also argues the UK’s tax system penalises families and needs to change to address the decli...

'Starmer's got blood on his hands' Migrant murder victim Rhiannon Whyte’s mum hits out 10.06.2026

Following the stabbing attack in Belfast, in which a man remains in hospital with life-changing injuries, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley discuss the wider debate around the asylum system and immigration policy as violent protests erupt. They also revisit the case of Rhiannon Whyte. Her mother, Siobhan Whyte, has become a prominent advocate for tougher action on illegal immigration following the c...

Belfast ‘attempted beheading’: has the UK descended into anarchy? 09.06.2026

After a knife attack in Belfast, allegedly by a Sudanese immigrant, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley react to the news and ask what it means for the safety of our streets. Elsewhere, Michael Knowles, an American political commentator, joins The Daily T. He examines the murder of Henry Nowak, the crisis in policing and the state of free speech. Plus, Mr Knowles explains why he would back Nigel Farag...

Is Britain racist against white men? 08.06.2026

With DEI policies in Britain’s police forces now under scrutiny in the wake of the murder of Henry Nowak, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Chris Philp - former policing minister - about why, when Suella Braverman called out two tier policing as home secretary in 2023, the Tories fired her instead of backing her. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @daily...

'My daughter was killed by online poison seller Kenneth Law' 07.06.2026

Camilla Tominey speaks to the families of British victims targeted by Kenneth Law, a former chef who admitted 14 counts of counselling or aiding suicide in Canada. They discuss the disturbing rise of unregulated suicide forums – where Law allegedly marketed toxic chemicals – and the alarming ease with which young people, including Imogen Nunn, a social media influencer, and 21-year-old Aimee Walto...

Trooping the Colour: Why the royal event was the late Queen's favourite 06.06.2026

In this episode of Royal T: A Quick Cuppa, Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and The Telegraph’s Royal Editor, Hannah Furness, delve into the rich history, pomp, and pageantry of Trooping the Colour—historically celebrated as the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite royal event.  We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► S...

Michael Gove: I’m more right-wing than Farage, Reform are just a protest party 05.06.2026

The former Conservative cabinet minister Michael Gove joins Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley on today’s Daily T podcast to talk about the Mandelson files, the upcoming tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum and the Makerfield by-election. He says the Tories are the only credible party on the right, that Reform are merely a “protest party”, that he’s more right-wing than Nigel Farage, and that R...

'Incompetence and lies.' Nottingham victim Barnaby Webber’s mum reacts to Henry Nowak’s death 04.06.2026

Camilla Tominey speaks to Emma Webber, mother of Nottingham attack victim Barnaby Webber, about the latest revelations from the public inquiry into the killings carried out by Valdo Calocane. They discuss evidence surrounding the decision not to section Calocane despite clear signs of psychosis, the police and NHS failings that allowed him to remain at large, and claims that crucial evidence chall...

Farage accused of inciting riots as Starmer denies two tier policing 03.06.2026

Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley reflect on a Prime Minister’s Questions that saw Sir Keir Starmer deny the existence of “two-tier policing” in Britain and condemn Nigel Farage for his response to the murder of Henry Nowak – accusing the Reform UK leader of “exploiting the tragedy to create grievance and division”. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodca...

Henry Nowak: The murder that exposed Britain’s broken two-tier justice system 02.06.2026

Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley examine the harrowing details and body-cam footage of Henry Nowak’s murder and debate what the tragic case reveals about Britain’s “two-tier” policing system. They also speak to David Spencer, a former chief detective inspector, about the adequacy of the anti-racism training given to officers. Elsewhere, Camilla and Tim unpack the political fallout between Kemi Bade...

‘Who can we tax to pay benefits?’ Explosive Mandelson files humiliate Starmer 01.06.2026

Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley pore over the latest release of files relating to the disgraced peer’s time as US ambassador, including vetting documents, unsolicited messages of advice to Cabinet Ministers and direct communication with Keir Starmer himself. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► Sign up to our most popul...

The Sunday Showdown: Camilla takes on Blair’s ‘fixer’ 31.05.2026

Camilla Tominey is joined for this edition of The Daily T podcast by former director of political operations to Tony Blair - John McTernan - after the former Prime Minister’s scathing criticism of Keir Starmer’s premiership in a 5,000 word essay earlier this week. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► Sign up to our most...

Royal Wedding Exclusive: Will Harry & Meghan make Peter Phillips’ big day? 30.05.2026

In this inaugural episode of Royal T: A Quick Cuppa, Camilla Tominey and Hannah Furness look ahead to to the royal wedding of the year -- if only because it is the only one on the calendar -- Princess Anne ’s son, Peter Phillips’ nuptials to Harriet Sperling . They discuss the high-profile guest list, royal traditions the couple may abide to in their private ceremony in Kemble, and whether we’ll s...

The trans debate no one dared to have… until now 29.05.2026

Student Maeve Halligan tells Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley about the reaction to her speech at the Cambridge Union which challenged trans ideology after having also founded the Cambridge University Society of Women – the only one at the institution specifically for females only. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X...

Starmer’s snowflake generation: “They just abuse welfare!” 28.05.2026

The former Labour health secretary Alan Milburn has delivered his landmark report into youth inactivity, revealing that the number of young people not in education or employment is poised to rise by nearly a third to more than 1.25 million over the next five years. Camilla and Jacob Rees-Mogg speak to the headteacher of St Thomas the Apostle in Peckham - Serge Cefai - who says that the younger gen...

Get out! Blair declares war on Starmer 27.05.2026

Former prime minister Sir Tony Blair has launched a blistering attack on Sir Keir Starmer, accusing Labour of drifting into a high-tax, Left-wing “comfort zone” and warning the party has no credible vision for Britain’s future. Camilla and Jacob Rees-Mogg dissect the former PM's 5,700 word criticism and what it all means for Sir Keir’s increasingly fragile premiership. And could demands for a snap...

From motorhomes to £2k pepper pots: Inside Sturgeon's husband's eye-watering embezzling 26.05.2026

Nicola Sturgeon’s estranged husband Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party, has admitted to embezzling over £400k of party funds in order to fund his “lavish lifestyle” - using the money to buy everything from luxury watches and fountain pens to a motorhome. Camilla and Tim speak to the deputy leader of Scottish Labour, Jackie Baillie MSP, who says both Sturgeon h...

Bring back Borstals! Top cop slams parents’ lack of discipline 25.05.2026

Former Met Police Detective Peter Bleksley joins Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley to discuss if parents should be held criminally responsible for their children’s crimes. Following the announcement of government plans to revamp parenting orders , Peter argues that more discipline is needed in modern parenting and that longer jail terms work as a deterrent for repeat offenders. The Justice Secretary...

The Sunday Showdown: Camilla takes on union boss Mick Lynch 24.05.2026

On this special weekend edition of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey goes up against Mick Lynch , the former general secretary of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers . In a turbulent episode, the two debate strike action on the railways and in our hospitals – which have at times brought the country to a halt – and the role of mass migration in suppressing wages. Camilla also asks...

Corbynism in a better suit? Comedian Geoff Norcott on Starmer's Labour chaos 22.05.2026

Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley dissect another utterly chaotic week in politics with comedian Geoff Norcott. As Andy Burnham ramps up his campaigning in Makerfield , and Keir Starmer goes head-to-head with Kemi Badenoch at the despatch box, Norcott delivers his verdict on the political leaders we have to choose from in today’s Westminster. Camilla, Tim and Geoff also discuss Kemi Badenoch’s attem...

Define a woman! Burnham blasted by ally over trans stance 21.05.2026

Fresh from a drive-by heckle during her visit to Leeds this week, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has set out a new package of “summer savings” to help families with the cost of food and travel, as Britons face rising prices caused by the conflict in Iran. But do these measures go far enough to make an impact? On Thursday’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Rosie Duffield,...

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