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In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey delves into the shortage of lorry drivers that has led to supply line issues around the country - if you're heading to a pub beer garden this bank holiday, you may need to think twice about what beer you order - it might not be on offer. Journalist, writer and filmmaker Paul Mason joins the podcast to discuss how to stop fascism, from Poland to the US. H...

In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey delves into the latest choice remarks from foreign secretary Dominic Raab and hears The New European Podcast 's listeners thoughts on what Britain can learn from its involvement in Afghanistan. Broadcaster and Journalist Mark Mardell guest stars on the podcast to discuss if the BBC's independence is under threat, his new documentary podcast Trading Blows...

In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by journalist Suna Erdem who discusses the pan European qualities of a British term - levelling up - and explains what can be achieved in the short term for an issue that has decades ahead of it. Author and journalist James Rodgers shares his first-hand experiences of being in Russia in 1991 during the fall of the Soviet Union and what it was l...

For this week's bumper summer special issue episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by journalist Rashmee Roshan Lall who discusses if the government's love of India is reciprocated and emphasises the importance of keeping your word in politics. Global editor of The Bureau of Investigative Journalism James Ball considers the issues on both sides of the Cannabis legalisation debate, commenting that...

In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by writer and self-proclaimed bon viveur Zoe Williams who discusses the concerning rise of Priti Patel, and the even more troubling future of the new right. Political strategist and former political secretary to Tony Blair and communications director to Julia Gillard John McTernan delves into the traits of Dominic Cummings the disruptor and exp...

In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by writer and broadcaster Steve Richards who rebukes claims that football results have a direct effect on political polls. Writer, communicator and our Editor-at-large Alastair Campbell explains how, and why, sado-populists get away with their sado-populist politics. Plus, we include a snippet of Jason Solomons' interview with the great Charlot...

In this special edition episode, Jason Solomons is in Cannes to bring listeners the sounds of the world's most glamorous and influential film festival. He speaks to European style icon Charlotte Gainsbourg, Norway's rising star Renate Reinsve, Cannes Film Festival legend Jeremy Thomas and many more. At long last, Cannes is back! Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted...

In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by author and journalist John Kampfner to discuss why the West's vaccine nationalism has done the world no favours. But, not before he offers a variety of metaphors to describe Berlin's reaction to England securing a place in the Euro 2020 final. Broadcaster and author Bonnie Greer delves into the solutions to protest politics and shares her re...

In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by Politics.co.uk 's Ian Dunt who explains why everyone hated Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and how reclaiming the Brexit narrative could mean the demise of Boris Johnson. Presenter and critic Jason Solomons divulges the best 50 European films ever made and looks forward to the upcoming Cannes Film Festival - even if he is still pondering how you greet red...

In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by comedian and author Mitch Benn who pleads the nation to stop with these mandatory and fake proclamations of patriotism at every corner. Broadcaster and author Gavin Esler dissects the language behind global Britain and levelling up, and shares the tale of a somewhat unlikely fan in Texas. Plus, Boris Johnson, Andrea Leadsom and Daniel Hannan ente...

In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by chair of the European Movement Andrew Adonis to discuss how the pandemic has clouded the real impact of Brexit, and shares why he will be donning his beloved EU socks in parliamentary proceedings from now on. Former BBC business correspondent Jonty Bloom talks the realities of the post-Brexit trade deal with Australia. Plus, GB News and Ann Widde...

In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by historian James Hawes to look back at how Brexit could have been sparked by former pro-European prime minister John Major. Journalist Liz Gerard looks at the fall of the Murdoch empire, and how the Sun has lost its way since the EU referendum. Is their loyal allegiance to Boris Johnson part of the problem? Plus, Brexiteers Noel Gallagher and Mart...

On this week's podcast, host Steve Anglesey is joined by former German newspaper editor Tanit Koch to give a European perspective on post-Brexit politics and culture. Award-winning journalist James Ball talks about how Joe Biden has shaken off his 'sleepy Joe' nickname, and we discuss how Keir Starmer fared against Piers Morgan on Life Stories . Finally, we look at the latest Brexiteer remorse, an...

On this week's podcast, Steve Anglesey discusses Dominic Cummings' select committee appearance and is joined by award-winning journalist John Kampfner to talk about Vladimir Putin's latest gamble in the Arctic and why Europe should brace itself for more aggression from Moscow.  Meanwhile, Francis Beckett discusses Labour's 2024 election fortunes and why the party needs to part ways with its union...

On this week's podcast, Steve Anglesey is joined by Frances Weetman to discuss the rise of the Green Party across Britain. Can they become England's third party? And what does it mean for the rest of the left? Meanwhile, Liz Gerard talks about Boris Johnson's latest culture war - the possibility of former Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre becoming the head of OFCOM. Plus there are more entrants into th...

Professor Paddy Hoey joins Steve Anglesey to talk about how Labour can avoid a repeat of last week's dismal election results and the glimmers of hope for Keir Starmer that many are ignoring. Plus, food writer Josh Barrie explains why buying British isn't all it's cracked up to be and why Brexit could be to blame. Also, Steve inducts more people into the Hall of Shame. Help spread the word of this...

Comedian Mitch Benn joins Steve Anglesey to talk about the battle over fishing rights and why it's hard for Remainers to not say "we told you so". Plus, how Keir Starmer can improve and Jed Mercurio's not-very-subtle digs at Boris Johnson. Then Belfast Telegraph journalist Gail Walker joins to preview the DUP's leadership election, and what it means for Unionism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell talks about the scandals engulfing Number 10 and how Keir Starmer helped produce a 'Kevin Keegan' moment at PMQs. Journalist Tim Walker explains why it's time for a fully independent speaker in the Commons and wonders if Michael Gove could be the next PM. Plus Chris Deerin looks at whether Scotland will lurch closer to independence on...

Can Labour overcome vaccine euphoria and Brexit memories to hold on in Hartlepool? And can they bounce back in Wales, where the independence movement is growing - but so are calls to scrap the Senedd. With Steve Anglesey, Robyn Vinter and Auriol Miller. Enjoyed this episode? Please review us through your podcast platform of choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Steve Anglesey is joined by veteran pollster Peter Kellner and Guardian columnist Steve Richards to discuss the latest Greensill developments and battleground seats in the upcoming local elections. Plus, Steve inducts a political heavyweight into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut.  Enjoyed this episode? Please review us through your podcast platform of choice! Hosted on Acast...

Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by Irish journalist Matt Cooper and former FT correspondent Ben Fenton to discuss the violence in Northern Ireland, the politics of fairness, and the demise of political standards in 21st century Britain. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut.  Hosted on Acast. Se...

Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist James Ball and columnist Tracy King to discuss the country's obsession with the Union flag, the Tories' local elections strategy, and the structural issues behind our waste system. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut.  Hosted...

Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell and columnist Liz Gerard to discuss the Leveson Inquiry, its failings and impact 10 years on. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Kelly and Steve Anglesey are back to make sense of another week in politics. This week they're joined by journalist Tim Walker and comedian Mitch Benn to discuss Piers Morgan's future; London Tory mayoral candidate Shaun Bailey's ill-judged tweet; and Rishi Sunak's bid for No 10. Produced by Adrian Zorzut.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Kelly and Steve Anglesey are back to make sense of another week in politics. The two discuss David Frost's first week back in office; Rishi Sunak's social care black hole; the prospect of a general election in 2023; and the perfect gift for a Brexiteer. They are joined by Fleet Street commentator Liz Gerard to discuss Meghan and Harry's toxic relationship with Britain's media. Plus, more entr...