Best Anthony Reeves Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Awards: Rising stars, resignations, and the moments that defined the year 31:41

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It was a year of White House stand-offs, viral kiss cams, shock resignations, and the rise of the far right. From rising stars to jaw dropping moments, we look back at the defining stories of 2025 and hand out awards to the moments that shaped the year. The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/…

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Q&A: The case for Keir, 2026 elections, and is Britain ungovernable? 43:44

2d ago43:44

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It's the final Q&A edition of 2025 and Jon and Lewis answer your questions - including the elections to look out for next year, whether algorithms are making the UK impossible to lead, plus - is there actually a decent case to be made in the defence of Keir Starmer? The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/…

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Kat Owens Raises Environmental Awareness Through Art 40:08

5d ago40:08

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Kat Owens is a plastic pollution researcher, artist, and activist. She merges science, policy, and the arts to address plastic pollution in her ongoing art series “Entangled and Ingested” which showcases portraits of animals affected by plastic pollution…made of plastic. Owens is also a National Geographic Explorer, a Fulbright Nehru fellow, and a …

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What the Hell just happened at MAGA-con? 37:44

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The Turning Point USA conference in Phoenix was supposed to be a tribute to the work and legacy of Charlie Kirk, the influential conservative influencer who was assassinated in September. But it turned into something very different. Over the course of the weekend, it emerged that a struggle for very the heart and soul of the MAGA movement was playi…

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Show 383. Tom McTague 1:00:51

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Keynes. Woolf. Hitchens. The New Statesman has an illustrious history and editor Tom McTague is the latest custodian of that grand tradition. But how does a centre-left magazine pitch itself in the ferocious world of social media and hot takes? What's its relationship with the Labour Party? How does it handle disagreements on the Left? And, more im…

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Jess Phillips on the battle of her political life 50:10

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As parliament wound down to a close, Jess Phillips ended 2025 with one of the government's boldest announcements to date. In the Commons, she declared a "national emergency: over the prevalence of violence against women and girls, and unveiled the government's strategy to halve it. It bookended a dramatic year for the Home Office minister, who in J…

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Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua: Who's really in danger? - The Sports Agents 19:27

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Two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua, is taking on YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul. Like it or not they’re two of the biggest names in boxing - and we’ll get into why that’s problematic... So why is the star of the London 2012 Olympics, who beat Wladimir Klitschko, fighting an influencer? Do fight fans believe it's not be…

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Will America stop Europe from bailing out Ukraine? 32:57

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This week, the head of the British army warned the public that "more families will know what sacrifice for our nation means", given the increasing threats to the UK. European leaders are meeting today to discuss billions of dollars of seized Russian assets that are sitting in a vault in Brussels. Ukraine is desperate to use the money to help it fig…

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The Jolly Roger | ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN 4x13 32:14

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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Rich Roney break down "The Jolly Roger" (Season 4, Episode 13) from ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN starring George Reeves — in which Clark, Lois, & Jimmy are taken captive by pirates while photographing an island scheduled for shelling by the US Navy. This concludes the podcast's Season 4 coverage. Another Exciting Episode wi…

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The bombshell interview that's rattled MAGA 33:47

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Vanity Fair may be contenders for this years 'scoop of the year' after securing a series of interviews with Trump's closest White House ally, Susie Wiles. The candid interviews provide a rare window into the West Wing and Trump's inner circle. She went much further than perhaps the President might have expected - describing the teetotal President a…

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Trump v The BBC: who will the British public back? 36:08

9d ago36:08

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Overnight came Trump's ten billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC. It claims malicious intent in the edit of his speech in the Panorama documentary. And it claims the programme would have been viewed in Florida ahead of the 2024 election. Is there a legal case here? Is there the political will to stand up to Trump? And where does the British public…

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Jonathan Mahler and Alec Agree, “New York or Nowhere” 38:44

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Jonathan Mahler is a longtime staff writer for the New York Times Magazine and the author of the best-selling book Ladies and Gentlemen, the Bronx Is Burning, New York Times notable book The Challenge: Hamdan V. Rumsfeld and the Fight Over Presidential Power, and recently published book The Gods of New York: The Tumultuous Eighties, from Donald Tru…

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The Bondi massacre and the rise of anti-semitism 31:14

10d ago31:14

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As the sun was setting on the first night of Hanukah, a father and his son opened fire on Jewish people celebrating on Sydney’s Bondi Beach. 16 people were left dead - forty remain in hospital, including the hero who tried to disarm one of the IS-linked terrorists. Jews around the world have been sounding the alarm on the rise of anti-semitism. The…

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Show 382. Gordon McKee 59:00

10d ago59:00

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It's the biscuit man! Gordon is a viral sensation thanks to his novel way of explaining the national debt using Custard Creams and Bourbons. This is an entertaining analysis of how to use social media and the wider political pressures that Labour face. As a member of the Labour Growth Group, Gordon tells us what the group actually does and how we g…

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What America's first dictator could teach Keir Starmer 52:47

13d ago52:47

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Although some Labour MPs are still fawning over Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York, they may be better off looking to a very different sort of American politician if they want lessons they can draw on in the attempt to recover the party's fortunes. Patrick Maguire, chief political commentator for the Times, is one of the UK's best connected and c…

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Pippa York: "I want the world to leave trans people alone" - The Sports Agents 22:49

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Pippa York, then known as Robert Millar, was crowned the Tour de France King of the Mountains, winning three stages in the 1980s. But ever since she was five she wanted to be a girl. Years after quitting cycling, aged 41, she started a 10-year transition process to become Pippa York, who joins Gabby and Mark. What was it like racing the Tour de Fra…

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Trump - Pirate of the Caribbean? 37:22

14d ago37:22

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Trump has attacked a huge oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela - and when asked what would happen now to the oil responded “we will probably keep it". Is there actual strategy behind the piracy? Will it help him topple the illegitimate Venezuelan President Maduro? Or is it just about seizing assets? And what does Nobel peace prize winner Maria Mac…

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The Phantom Ring | ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN 4x12 18:33

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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Rich Roney break down "The Phantom Ring" (Season 4, Episode 12) from ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN starring George Reeves — in which a gang of criminals with the ability to turn invisible stump police & Superman. Be sure to listen to our sister podcast series, DIGGING FOR KRYPTONITE, which explores Superman across time and m…

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Exclusive: Did the Met “cover up” a paedophile ring? 41:01

15d ago41:01

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An exclusive investigation by Andy Hughes, co-host of The Crime Agents and LBC crime correspondent, raises disturbing questions about whether a London police officer was operating a grooming gang in the capital. He speaks to Lewis about his report, the accusations of a cover up, and the Met police response. Later, Keir Starmer has been leading effo…

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Show 381. Nick Clegg - LIVE 1:38:21

15d ago1:38:21

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This. Is. Phenomenal. Nick Clegg has been one of the most powerful people in the UK and in Silicon Valley. He takes us inside the crazy world of Meta and the tech bros. What is Mark Zuckerberg really like? Should we fear AI? Does he still speak to David Cameron? All this and more are contained within! THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE 26 January: Special VI…

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The $100bn media battle that could change everything 41:33

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Netflix and Paramount are locked in an epic fight to take over Warner Bros. Discovery. The price tag could well reach north of $100bn. And at stake - a huge back catalogue of blockbuster film and TV, a streaming giant, a Hollywood studio, even CNN. Enter Donald Trump, who's expressed concern about the potential for a monopoly, and also reportedly w…

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Inside the States Project with Daniel Squadron and Melissa Walker 48:27

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Daniel Squadron and Melissa Walker are an unexpected duo. Formerly a New York State Senator, Daniel Squadron represented New York’s 25th and 26th districts for almost ten years. After leaving public office, Squadron co-founded a civic engagement initiative called The States Project - of which he is currently President. Melissa Walker was formerly a…

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Why My 24-Hour Bus Ride Shocked My Friends 15:19

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In this episode, I dive into a powerful reminder that what’s normal for you isn’t always normal for everyone else. A recent conversation with a friend sparked this reflection on how people often become fascinated—or even stunned—when they witness the sacrifices you’ve made to reach a goal they can’t relate to. And for many of us who grew up Black G…

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Why is Trump warning about "civilisational erasure" in Europe? 34:08

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European leaders have met in Downing Street once again to discuss peace plans for Ukraine, following Trump's latest proposal - but once again it seems Zelenskyy has wound Trump up, leaving America and Europe at odds. And another document from the Trump administration illustrates an even deeper division. The 33 page National Security Strategy says E…

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How lawyers ruined Britain 39:30

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While China is an engineering state, tech analyst Dan Wang says the America and the West are "lawyerly societies", reflexively blocking everything - good and bad - and it's halting real progress. Dan joins Lewis in the studio this Friday to discuss why Europe stopped building, how lawyers contribute to a slow in progress, and what all this means fo…

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Sir Chris Hoy: "Government could save thousands of lives" - The Sports Agents 21:22

22d ago21:22

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Six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy joins Gabby and Mark after his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis at just 47 years old. What more does Chris think the government should be doing to help? How has his sporting background helped him? And why is he excited for the Darts World Championship? And we bring you the best bits from The Sports …

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Nigel Farage "off his head" over anti-semitism and the BBC 37:17

21d ago37:17

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Reform's Deputy Leader, Richard Tice, popped up on the BBC today and appeared to dismiss the antisemitism claims of Jewish men who’d been at school with Nigel Farage as “politically motivated…made up twaddle“. Hours later, Farage exploded at a BBC reporter during a press conference, demanding an apology for what he said was "despicable" coverage of…

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The Deadly Rock | ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN 4x11 32:24

24d ago32:24

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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Rich Roney break down "The Deadly Rock" (Season 4, Episode 11) from ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN starring George Reeves — in which Clark’s old friend Gary Allen (Batman serial actor Robert Lowery) is mysteriously stricken by Kryptonite. Be sure to listen to our sister podcast series, DIGGING FOR KRYPTONITE, which explores S…

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Is Labour ready to reopen the Brexit debate? 36:54

22d ago36:54

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Today's episode is an exclusive interview with David Lammy - Justice Secretary, Deputy Prime Minister and former Foreign Secretary. Is he prepared to ignore the internal Labour criticism of his jury plans? Does he admit the budget was a fiasco? And what is going on with Labour and Brexit right now. Are we about to see a change of plan? The News Age…

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Is the jury system overrated? 35:08

24d ago35:08

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In the sane world of the commons, the Shadow Justice Secretary was only two minutes into his speech before he called the justice secretary a “Lammy Dodger“ and accused him of going back on his previous position on jury trial. Today’s question is this does ending most jury trials speed up a sclerotic system? Or is it the wrong solution for the right…

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A Life of Music with Tommy James 39:41

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Tommy James started making music when he was 4 years old and he hasn’t stopped. Tommy is a musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, and the frontman of rock band Tommy James and the Shondells. Known for timeless classics such as “Crimson and Clover”, “Crystal Blue Persuasion”, “Hanky Panky”, “Sweet Cherry Wine”, and “Draggin’ the Line” Tommy …

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First Generation in Affluent Spaces: The Untold Black Gen X Experience 20:30

26d ago20:30

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What does it really mean to be first generation?Not the version we celebrate on paper — but the hidden reality behind stepping into a world your family has never seen. In this episode, I share my personal journey entering an affluent private PWI in 1987 as a Black Gen Xer. From culture shock and resource gaps to the weight of being “the only one,” …

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What was The Chancellor's biggest budget crime? 32:01

25d ago32:01

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Rachel Reeves is accused of misleading the public, lying and “possible market abuse” by the opposition. They’ve called for her resignation. The Prime Minister, however, is standing by her and told us today the budget was a thing of “personal pride” for him. Meanwhile the OBR - the body that accidentally leaked the Chancellors budget an hour before …

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Show 380. Peray Ahmet 54:01

24d ago54:01

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Peray is the Labour leader of Haringay Council. They are leading the way when it comes to building council homes. But why? This is a fascinating, entertaining insight into leadership in local government, including how to manage disagreement and where to go for the best kebabs. THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE 8 December: Nick Clegg 26 January: Special VIP …

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Salman Rushdie on political violence, free speech and BBC "cowardice" 34:28

28d ago34:28

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Salman Rushdie has spent half of his life under the threat of death, but it is only in his latest novel - The Eleventh Hour - that he has devoted a whole book to the themes of mortality. It is his first return to fiction since an attempt on his life on 2022. This Friday, Rushdie joins Lewis and Jon in the studio to discuss his new book, political v…

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Q&A: Rules football should steal from other sports? - The Sports Agents 16:26

29d ago16:26

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Can other sports teach football a thing or two? On today's show Gabby and Mark take your suggestions on how to fix football, using your passion for a massive range of sports. Plus, we look back at The Sports Agents this week: a huge interview with McLaren CEO Zak Brown as Lando Norris could win them the world title this weekend; and we talk about t…

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Does Labour need to own its move to the Left? 44:09

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Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves have been out defending their Budget - denying that the tax-raising measures contained within it break the Labour manifesto's promises around taxes on working people. Instead they have been trying to focus on the additional money for the NHS, lifting children out of poverty, and raises to the minimum wage. Yesterday's…

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Budget 2025: Has Reeves saved her job? 39:46

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This time last year, Rachel Reeves pledged that her tax raising Budget “wiped the slate clean” and would mean no more need for future tax raids. Today demonstrably proved what a hostage to fortune those comments were. As a result of the Chancellor’s statement today - shambolically accidentally leaked by the OBR before she had got to her feet - the …

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S3E11 - Odette Mould: Turning Grief into a Lifeline for Bereaved Children 35:19

30d ago35:19

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What do you do when the worst thing imaginable happens to your five-year-old, and the support you desperately need is 50 miles away? In this episode, Simon welcomes Odette Mould, founder of Harry’s Rainbow. When her son Harry died suddenly from an asthma attack, Odette didn’t set out to build a charity - she simply refused to let other families fac…

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Are Trump's lawyers now controlling the BBC? 37:28

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Just a day after BBC bosses were in front of MPs to address impartiality concerns, and there's a fresh impartiality headache for the beleaguered broadcaster. Dutch historian Rutger Bregman, who'd been asked to give the prestigious Reith Lecture, today revealed that the BBC had removed a “key line” from his address. Bregman's claim that President Tr…

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From the Archives: Paavo Järvi Conducts Beautiful Music 44:36

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Estonian conductor Paavo Järvi is one of the most in-demand maestros in the world, and one of Alec’s favorite conductors. Järvi is currently the chief conductor of the NHK symphony orchestra in Tokyo and the Tonhalle Orchester-Zürich. Over his career, he’s led orchestras in Paris, Frankfurt, Stockholm, Malmö, and, for the decade between 2001 and 20…

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Was Trump's latest 'peace plan' written by the Kremlin? 35:33

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The leak of a 28 point peace plan over the weekend - reportedly agreed between Washington and Moscow - sent shivers down the spine of European leaders and Ukraine's soldiers. The proposals would force Ukraine to hand over swathes of territory to Vladimir Putin, limit the size of its army, and rule out any future membership of NATO. The package was …

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Heather Storm + Flying Sparks Garage's Emily & Aaron Reeves 37:09

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Stacey is out of the shop and on the road at the IOLA OLD CAR SHOW in Iola, Wisconsin! First up - Stacey chats with HEATHER STORM. They talk about her work in television hosting the Discovery/Velocity series GARAGE SQUAD and turning her passion for food, wine, and travel into her multi-media lifestyle blog, ON THE ROAD. After that - Stacey has an i…