Best The Barker PODcasts Collection Podcasts (2025)

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Coffee House Shots: is Britain becoming more sectarian? 22:11

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Immigration returned to the headlines over the past week after the High Court granted an injunction forcing the removal of migrants from a hotel in Essex – a ruling that could have wider implications for similar cases across the country. At the same time, the sight of Union Jacks and St George’s Crosses appearing in towns and cities has sparked a d…

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Welcome To Plathville S7 Episode 6 RECAP! Barry’s Creepy Sex Talk Exposed, The Family Turns On Veronica, Lydia Goes Wedding Dress Shopping. Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 29:38

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In this episode of Welcome to Plathville, I dive into the escalating drama between Veronica and Micah, which is clearly heading towards a breaking point. Barry gets creepy with increasingly sexual comments about Lydia and Zach's future together. We see Lydia trying on wedding dresses, and while she looks stunning, Moriah’s late arrival and her disd…

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Coffee House Shots: Farage finally unveils his deportation plan 13:18

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Today James Heale has been on quite the magical mystery tour. Bundled into a bus at 7.45 a.m. along with a group of other hacks, he was sent off to an aircraft hangar in Oxfordshire where Nigel Farage finally unveiled his party’s long-awaited deportations strategy. The unveiling of ‘Operation Restoring Justice’ was accompanied by some impressive pr…

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INTERVIEW: Chrissy Metz (‘The Hunting Wives,’ ‘This Is Us’) On Wigs, Her Career, And The Hunting Wives Lesbian Sex Scenes. Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 57:13

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In this episode of TSFS, I had the incredible opportunity to chat with the talented Chrissy Metz, known for her Emmy-nominated role in "This Is Us" and her latest project, "The Hunting Wives." We discussed her journey in Hollywood, the excitement of award nominations, and the unexpected success of "The Hunting Wives" on Netflix. Chrissy opened up a…

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Has Sister Wives Kody Brown Hired A PR Team? Exclusive Tea On Meri’s NEW BOYFRIEND Ron, My 13wk Baby Update! Monday, August 25th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 29:34

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In this episode, I dove into the latest Sister Wives tea, sharing exclusive insights about Meri's new love interest, Ron, whom she met at a speed dating event, and how fans are reacting to the show's recent changes, including the removal of seasons two through four from HBO Max. I speculated on whether Kody and Robyn have hired a PR team to manage …

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Americano: how progressivism killed American Protestantism 18:29

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Freddy Gray speaks to Christopher Mondics who is a legal affairs writer about how the left-wing orthodoxy has destroyed Protestantism in America. They discuss the mainline denominations in America, how 'wokeness' infiltrated the churches and why, despite some drop off, religion is still so present in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy …

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INTERVIEW: Welcome To Plathville Veronica Peters Joins The Show, Gives Update On Micah’s Broken Nose, The Plath’s, And More! Sunday, August 23rd, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 34:10

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ICYMI, this episode originally aired in April of 2025 and Veronica Peters from Welcome to Plathville jumped on my live to dish all kinds of tea on the show. In this episode, my ass is live on Tiktok and I dive into a whirlwind of topics. I share the latest updates on Sister Wives, including the potential sale of Coyote Pass and fan visits to Plots …

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Spectator Out Loud: Svitlana Morenets, Michael Simmons, Ursula Buchan, Igor Toronyi-Lalic, Richard Morris & Mark Mason 36:41

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Svitlana Morenets says that Trump has given Zelensky cause for hope; Michael Simmons looks at how the American healthcare system is keeping the NHS afloat; Ursula Buchan explains how the Spectator shaped John Buchan; Igor Toronyi-Lalic argues that art is no place for moralising, as he reviews Rosanna McLaughlin; R…

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Dorit and Boz’ Friendship Reportedly Hits A Rough Patch, RHOC Tea, Katie Fired? Teddi NOT Returning To RHOBH. Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 43:18

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Our guy David Yontef from ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ podcast is here - David has a ton of tea to spill on Dorit and Boz. Apparently their friendship has hit a rough patch and David has all the tea. Then we discuss RHOC - Katie fired? Fans say they’re done with Gina and Shannon, plus, Tamara’s booze and xanax confession. Teddi not coming back to RHOBH…

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Coffee House Shots: Starmer’s authoritarian turn – with Ash Sarkar 15:35

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Since the government’s decision to proscribe the group Palestine Action, arrests have mounted across the country, raising questions not only about the group’s tactics but also about the government’s handling of free speech and protest rights. On today’s special edition of Coffee House Shots, Michael Simmons is joined by The Spectator’s James Heale …

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BREAKING NEWS! Sister Wives S20 Set To Return September 28th It’s Christine v Janelle, Kody + Robyn Float Idea Of Finding A NEW Sister Wife. Friday, August 22nd, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 34:42

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In this episode, I dive into the exciting news about "Sister Wives," revealing the official Season 20 release date of September 28th, along with a thrilling trailer and a promotional poster featuring Kody and Robyn prominently. I discuss the evolving dynamics within the Brown family, including Mary exploring dating and Janelle contemplating a spiri…

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Americano: how dangerous is Washington, D.C.? 21:36

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US President Donald Trump claims Washington, D.C. has been "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals". There are lots of stories about crime, including one very bizarre incident involving a sandwich. Just how unsafe is D.C.? Freddy Gray is joined by US managing editor Matt McDonald and Isaac Schorr, staff writer at Mediaite, who has wr…

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Teresa Giudice’s Good and Bad Week, Lisa and John Barlow Hint At Major Marital Issues, Brandi Glanville Has Finally Killed Her Face Parasite! Thursday, August 21st, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 41:48

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Our guy David Yontef from ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ podcast is here - David has a ton of tea to spill on Teresa and more. It looks like Teresa has paid off one part of her huge tax bill but she also just lost an important job. Plus, are Lisa and John Barlow the next couple to call it quits? Rumors and nastiness are circulating that their marriage is…

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The Edition: Putin’s trap, the decline of shame & holiday rental hell 49:40

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First: Putin has set a trap for Europe and Ukraine ‘Though you wouldn’t know from the smiles in the White House this week… a trap has been set by Vladimir Putin to split the United States from its European allies,’ warns Owen Matthews. The Russian President wants to make a deal with Donald Trump, but he ‘wants to make it on his own terms’. ‘Putin w…

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Welcome To Plathville Episode 5 RECAP! Damn, Veronica Tells Micah She’s Been Talking To Olivia, Zac Reveals If He’s Gay! Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 32:37

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In this episode of "Welcome to Plathville," titled "The Secret," I was on the edge of my seat as Veronica revealed that she had been in contact with Olivia Plath, stirring up a whirlwind of drama and mixed reactions from fans. I found Micah's attempts to mediate the situation with Veronica both mature and frustrating, as she demanded apologies from…

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Book Club Live: Max Hastings 31:54

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Sam Leith's guest for this week's Book Club podcast is Max Hastings. Max joined Sam earlier this year for a live recording to discuss his new book Sword: D-Day, trial by battle, which tells the story of the individual stories who risked their lives as part of Operation Overlord. The discussion was arranged to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day. On …

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INTERVIEW: Netflix’s Docu ‘Fit For TV: The Reality Of The Biggest Loser’ Stars Danny Cahill And Tracey Yukich Talk Caffeine Pill Use, Bob Harper Backlash, And More. Tuesday, August 19th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser ... 35:05

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In this episode, I had the opportunity to chat with Danny Cahill and Tracey Yukich, two contestants from season eight of "The Biggest Loser," about their experiences on the show and the new Netflix documentary, "Fit for TV." We delved into the intense and often controversial environment of the series, discussing the extreme workouts, the psychologi…

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Coffee House Shots: how do we get more working class people into politics? 16:26

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Tom Gordon, Liberal Democrat MP for Harrogate and Knaresborough, joins James Heale to discuss his campaign to improve working class representation in politics. Tom, newly elected in 2024, explains how getting his mum involved in local politics in West Yorkshire led him to think about the structural issues that exist preventing more people from gett…

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INTERVIEW: Kendra ‘I’m In Love With My Psychiatrist’ From Tiktok Is Here To Clear The Air! Monday, August 18th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 39:00

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In this episode of TSFS, I had an in-depth conversation with Kendra, the viral Tiktok sensation known for her controversial story about falling in love with her psychiatrist. Kendra opened up about the intense public scrutiny she's faced, including threats and doxxing, which led her to turn off comments on her social media. She clarified misconcept…

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Americano: did Putin get the upper hand in Alaska? 18:55

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Donald Trump hasn't left his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska with a deal to end the war in Ukraine. He told reporters that 'great progress' was made but 'we didn't get there'. To discuss who really got the upper hand, Freddy Gray is joined by Spectator associate editor and Russia correspondent Owen Matthews. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…

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Sister Wives One on One Pt 3: Kody + Christine’s Emotionless Sex Life, Robyn + Meri’s Friendship Breakup + More Bombshells. Sunday, August 17th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 33:29

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ICYMI, this episode originally aired in June of 2025, it was the official season finale of Sister Wives S19. In this episode, I discuss the latest one-on-one interviews. While it wasn't the most exciting part, we did get some juicy details about Kody and Christine's sex life, their PDA with their new partners, and the ongoing financial disputes. I …

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Holy Smoke: from the Bible to Tolkien, the risks & rewards of collecting rare books 27:00

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The Bible is widely said to be the most published book of all time. Despite this, many older versions of the Bible are still sought after. This is because, as Tom Ayling tells Damian Thompson on this episode of Holy Smoke, there is a great deal of diversity amongst the editions precisely because it has been so widely published. Tom, a young antiqua…

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Where Is RHOC Tamra’s Husband Eddie? Dorit Gets Dragged For Massive Shopping Spree, Everyone Is Talking About Larsa Pippin's Face. Saturday, August 16th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 41:20

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David Yontef from ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ joins the show today to chat about Dorit’s recent viral photo. Dorit is seen shopping in Beverly Hills and fans are questioning how she can afford a massive shopping spree. Why is everyone still talking about Larsa Pippen's face and Porsha Williams is hit with a massive 200k lien on her Atlanta home. Lastl…

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Coffee House Shots: is the world safer than in 1945? 11:03

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80 years ago this week Japan surrendered to the allies, ushering in the end of the Second World War. To mark the anniversary of VJ day, historians Sir Antony Beevor and Peter Frankopan join James Heale to discuss its significance. As collective memory of the war fades, are we in danger of forgetting its lessons? And, with rising state-on-state viol…

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Is Sister Wives Robyn Brown Pregnant? All The Taylor Swift ‘Life Of A Showgirl’ Easter-Eggs Including Blake Lively + Kanye, My 11wks BABY UPDATE! Friday, August 15th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 36:39

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In this episode, I delved into some juicy rumors and updates from the world of reality TV and pop culture. We speculated whether Robyn Brown from Sister Wives is pregnant at 45, discussed Taylor Swift's appearance on the New Heights podcast where she announced her new album "The Life of a Showgirl," and covered the drama surrounding Veronica Peters…

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Spectator Out Loud: Patrick Kidd, Madeline Grant, Simon Heffer, Lloyd Evans & Toby Young 27:48

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Patrick Kidd asks why is sport so obsessed with Goats; Madeline Grant wonders why the government doesn’t show J.D. Vance the real Britain; Simon Heffer reviews Progress: A History of Humanity’s Worst Idea; Lloyd Evans provides a round-up of Edinburgh Fringe; and, Toby Young writes in praise of Wormwood Scrubs – th…

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Denise Richards Dragging Bravo Into Her Divorce, Kim Zolciak Rumored To Be Returning To RHOA, Melissa Gorga and Margaret Joseph's Back On RHONJ? Thursday, August 14th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 42:24

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David Yontef from ‘Behind The Velvet Rope’ is back. Lots of new rumors this week that RHONJ is returning and Melissa Gorga and Margaret are back on the show!? However, what does this mean for Teresa and Louis' future? Plus, Bravo is apparently desperate to avoid being dragged into Denise Richards and what evidence Bravo may have. Kim Zolciak return…

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The Edition: Border lands, 200 years of British railways & who are the GOATs? 37:22

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First: how Merkel killed the European dream ‘Ten years ago,’ Lisa Haseldine says, ‘Angela Merkel told the German press what she was going to do about the swell of Syrian refugees heading to Europe’: ‘Wir schaffen das’ – we can handle it. With these words, ‘she ushered in a new era of uncontrolled mass migration’. ‘In retrospect,’ explains one senio…

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Welcome To Plathville S7 Episode 4 RECAP! Ethan Ask Zac If He’s Gay, Veronica Facetime’s Olivia, Zac and Lydia Get Engaged. Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 34:27

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In this episode, I dive into the latest drama from Season 7 of "Welcome to Platteville," focusing on Zac's proposal to Lydia, which was filled with unexpected twists and family tensions. The Plath family, especially Ethan and Micah, were not happy with Zac's assertive nature and decided to mess with him during the proposal setup. Moriah, dealing wi…

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Book Club: Joanna Pocock 35:23

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Sam Leith's guest for this week's Book Club podcast is Joanna Pocock, whose new book Greyhound describes two trips she took across America by Greyhound bus in 2006 and 2023. They talk about the literature of the road, that distinctively American and usually distinctively male genre, and the meaning of travel – and Joanna tells Sam how the America y…

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OMG! I’m On Heather McDonald’s ‘Juicy Scoop,’ A Sister Wives Family Member is Considering Recapping Kody On ‘Special Forces,’ RHONJ Tea. Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 30:57

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In this episode, I excitedly share my experience of being a guest on Heather McDonald's Juicy Scoop podcast, a dream come true for me as a long-time fan. We dive into the intriguing TikTok series "Kendra, I'm in Love with My Psychiatrist," discussing its ethical implications and public reactions. I also update you on reality TV drama, including Kat…

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Table Talk: Brett Graham 29:54

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Brett Graham is the man behind the Michelin-starred The Ledbury in Notting Hill, which is celebrating 20 years this year. He’s also the director of The Harwood Arms in Fulham, London’s only pub with a Michelin star. On the podcast, Brett tells hosts Lara Prendergast and Olivia Potts about why being in the kitchen is like being in the army, what it …

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Sister Wives Kody Brown Already Beefing W/ Cast of ‘Special Forces,’ Blake Lively’s Wins Minor Court Victory, Welcome To Plathville Tea. Monday, August 11th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 35:13

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In this episode of TSFS, I dive into the latest drama in the reality TV world, starting with Kody Brown's upcoming appearance on Fox's "Special Forces" and his reported feud with Brianna Chicken Fry from Barstool Sports. I also spill the tea on Veronica Peters' Instagram live where she discussed her past relationship with Micah Plath from "Welcome …

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Americano: what's the matter with Candace Owens? 36:04

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Freddy Gray speaks to podcast host and commentator Candace Owens about her story investigating whether Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte is a man, why she remains firm on her views about Gaza, and how Trump is doing in his presidency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Holy Smoke: how has John Henry Newman inspired Pope Leo XIV? 30:41

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St John Henry Newman (1801-90) is perhaps the most influential theologian in the history of English Christianity. Yet, as Damian Thompson discusses with Fr Rod Strange – one of the world’s leading authorities on Newman – he was a divisive figure, though perhaps not in the way one might imagine. One of the founders of the Oxford Movement, Newman was…

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Teddi Mellencamp Addresses Cheating Rumors For The First Time, Wonders If Cancer Is Her Karma? Carole Radizwill Returning To RHONY? Saturday, August 9th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 49:39

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Teddi gives her first major interview and addresses her horse trainer affair for the first time. Teddi essentially says she wonders if getting cancer is karma for the mistakes she made. We are praying for Teddi’s speedy recovery. Plus, Carole Radizwill was just on WWHL, is she joining the cast of RHONY and how did she and Andy end up making up? Our…

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Americano: Ann Coulter on why Trump wins & why Reform can win 30:34

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Freddy Gray is joined by author Ann Coulter in London, to discuss why she backs the rise of Reform UK, how immigration main issue voters care about this election and why she's backing Trump in his second term. Ann Coulter's Substack can be found at: anncoulter.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Sister Wives SHOCK MOVE! Kody Brown Joins Fox’s ‘Special Forces!’ Vanderpump Rules Reboot Gets Release Date, Amy Bradley Is Missing UPDATES! Friday, August 8th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 23:28

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In this episode, I dive into some major updates in the world of reality TV and pop culture. The big news is that Kody Brown from Sister Wives has signed on for season four of Fox's Special Forces, sparking fan theories about the future of Sister Wives. We also discuss the ongoing developments in the Amy Bradley case, with her family receiving new t…

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Spectator Out Loud: Max Jeffery, Cosmo Landesman, Henry Blofeld, David Honigmann & Rachel Johnson 28:14

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Max Jeffery reports from court as the Spectator and Douglas Murray win the defamation cause brought against them by Mohammed Hijab; Cosmo Landesman defends those who stay silent over political issues; Henry Blofeld celebrates what has been a wonderful year for test cricket; David Honigmann reflects on the powder k…

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Denise Richards Terrible Divorce Move, Jax Taylor In Total Meltdown Mode, Tamara Gives BIG Update On Her Friendships W/ Vicki + Shannon. Thursday, August 7th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 35:00

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Our friend and fellow podcaster David Yontef is here. Denise Richards just made a terrible divorce move, and Jax Taylor appears to be melting down. From closing his ‘Jax Studio City’ to a wild cameo post people are wondering what is going on? Plus, Tamra Judge is giving a big update on her friendships with Shannon and Vicki. Tamara even opens up ab…

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The Edition: Reform’s motherland, Meloni’s Italian renaissance & the adults learning to swim 45:28

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First: Nigel Farage is winning over women Does – or did – Nigel Farage have a woman problem? ‘Around me there’s always been a perception of a laddish culture,’ he tells political editor Tim Shipman. In last year’s election, 58 per cent of Reform voters were men. But, Shipman argues, ‘that has begun to change’. According to More in Common, Reform ha…

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Coffee House Shots: what Douglas Murray’s court win means for press freedom 9:55

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The Spectator and Douglas Murray have comprehensively won a defamation case brought by Mohammed Hegab. Hegab, a YouTuber who posts under the name Mohammed Hijab, claimed that an article about the Leicester riots, written by Douglas Murray and published by The Spectatorin September 2022, caused serious harm to his reputation and led to a loss of ear…

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Welcome To Plathville S7 Epi 3 RECAP! More Details Of Micah’s Cheating Past Are Exposed, Ethan’s New Girlfriend Is Revealed. Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 26:29

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In this episode, I dive into the latest drama from "Welcome to Plathville" Season 7, Episode 3, titled "The Cabin in the Woods." We explore Ethan Plath's new relationship with Teegan, who might be his fiancée, and the fallout from his move back to Cairo. Veronica's struggles with Micah's cheating come to light, and their toxic relationship is laid …

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Book Club: Nicola Barker 26:34

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Sam Leith's guest on this week's Book Club podcast is Nicola Barker, talking about her new book TonyInterruptor -- about how a man who interrupts a free jazz concert becomes a viral sensation on social media. Nicola tells Sam why some of her books are bouts of the flu and some are sneezes, how hard she works on her apparently spontaneous prose, why…

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Sister Wives Christine’s New Book Set To Expose Kody’s Narcissism? Welcome To Plathville Tea, My Good News Baby Update! Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 39:44

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In today's episode, I dive into the latest updates on Sister Wives and Welcome to Plathville. Christine Brown's new book is set to release in September, and she's already dropping some juicy details about Kody Brown, including his behavior during Truly's birth and his belief that the show was all about him. Over in Plathville, the drama is heating …

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Americano: Trump, MAGA and US foreign policy 23:53

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Trump, MAGA, and US foreign policy Kate Andrews speaks to Damir Marusic, assignment editor at The Washington Post and co-founder of Wisdom of Crowds. They examine Donald Trump’s surprising foreign policy moves in his second term: his position on the Israel-Gaza conflict, why he's armed Ukraine despite MAGA frustration, and whether his instincts are…

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Coffee House Shots: why can't we agree on data? 11:13

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John O’Neill and Sam McPhail, the Spectator’s research and data team, join economics editor Michael Simmons to re-introduce listeners to the Spectator’s data hub. They take us through the process between the data hub and how their work feeds into the weekly magazine. From crime to migration, which statistics are the most controversial? Why can’t we…

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Kelly Dodd Allegedly Came After Her Daughter With A Knife, TLC’s PolyFamily Quits Show, I’m In The Netflix Trainwreck: Storming Area 51 Documentary. Monday, August 4th, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 48:40

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In this episode of TSFS, I dive into the latest pop culture chaos, starting with the explosive drama between Kelly Dodd and her brother Eric Meza, who claims Kelly is estranged from her family, including her daughter Jolie. I also celebrate the cancellation of the disastrous "And Just Like That" sequel and discuss Kim Cattrall's subtle shade. The l…

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Spectator Out Loud: Michael Simmons, Kapil Komireddi, Margaret Mitchell, David Abulafia and Melissa Kite 26:30

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Michael Simmons argues that Trump is winning the tariff war with China; Kapil Komireddi reviews Robert Ivermee’s Glorious Failure: The Forgotten History of French Imperialism in India; Margaret Mitchell watches a Channel 4 documentary on Bonnie Blue and provides a warning to parents; David Abulafia provides his no…

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Why Sister Wives Fans Are Feeling Duped And Calling The Show Fake. Plus, A Washington Post Article Compares Sister Wives Viewers To Trump Voters. Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 | Sarah Fraser 39:06

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ICYMI, this episode originally aired in June of 2025. In today's episode, we delved deep into the latest drama surrounding the Sister Wives. Can you believe it? The Washington Post actually covered Kody, Meri, and Robyn, highlighting how their relationships have been more about TV and money than genuine connection. Christine dropped a bombshell, ad…