Best David Burnham Podcasts (2025)

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What Wes Streeting should do next 18:46

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We share our strategy advice for the Labour rebels allegedly trying to oust Keir Starmer. Ailbhe Rea and Luke O'Reilly join Rachel Cunliffe to answer listener questions. In this episode: What's the best strategy for Labour rebels hoping to dethrone Starmer? How much power does a party chair wield? Can any politicians affect positive change? LISTEN …

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Why is Rachel Reeves U-turning on income tax? 28:01

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After weeks of preparing to break their manifesto pledge, Starmer and Reeves have ditched their plans to raise income tax. They’re scared it would have angered their MPs and voters, amid a dire performance in the polls. How will Reeves plug the £30 billion gap in public finances if she doesn’t raise income tax? Oli Dugmore is joined by Ailbhe Rea a…

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There’s no “fundamental institutional bias” at the BBC | Lewis Goodall interview 34:02

19m ago34:02

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The BBC is still reeling from the dramatic resignation announcement of its director general Tim Davie on Sunday. Rachel Cunliffe gets Lewis Goodall’s insider perspective, drawing on his time working on BBC’s Newsnight programme. Lewis also shares his thoughts on the leadership threats surrounding Keir Starmer. READ: https://www.newstatesman.com/pol…

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468. Starmer in Crisis: Sabotage From Within? (Question Time) 52:40

2d ago52:40

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Has Keir Starmer lost control of his own team? Is Gen Z actually the most informed generation yet, or are they cripplingly cynical? And, why is African democracy in retreat? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early acc…

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Mutiny in the Labour Party 34:44

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Labour hit its lowest-ever poll rating last week, coming fourth at just 17 per cent. Westminster is full of chatter about a leadership coup at the hands of Wes Streeting. And Labour MPs and government aides alike are dismayed by Keir Starmer’s leadership and the state of No 10. Has the Prime Minister reached the point of no return? Anoosh Chakelian…

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467. The Mamdani Method Explained: Could It Shock Britain? 50:37

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How did a thirty four-year old democratic socialist win over New York, and can he actually follow through on his promise to transform the city? What do Zohran Mamdani, Zack Polanski, and Nigel Farage all get right? Why did Donald Trump meet the President of Syria, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and could his bulldozer approach to geopolitics actually be helping …

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"Justice Rolls Down" 25:19

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Rev. Mark Burnham continues our Narrative Lectionary series with a sermon titled, "Justice Rolls Down". Scriptures First Reading – Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 Second Reading – Amos 5:18-24 Thank you for listening. We pray that you are encouraged by this message. Please like and subscribe on whatever podcast player you use. To find more sermon podcasts and to…

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Will world leaders ever fix climate change? 36:33

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It's now "impossible" to limit climate change to 1.5 degrees. Can COP30 achieve anything material at all? -- Keir Starmer has been in Brazil ahead of COP30 - the world’s largest annual climate meeting - where world leaders were told it’s now “virtually impossible” to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees. That’s according to the UN’s chief meteorolog…

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466. Crisis Engulfs the BBC: Is this a Coordinated Attack? 50:25

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Why have the BBC’s Director General and Head of News both suddenly resigned? Is this an internal 'coup' at the BBC or a 'concerted' attack by its usual enemies? How is American-style polarisation spreading to UK media, and what does it mean for the quality of our journalism? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. ______…

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Crisis at the BBC 28:31

20m ago28:31

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Yesterday evening, BBC director general Tim Davie resigned, as first reported in the New Statesman by our new political editor Ailbhe Rea, along with his head of news, Deborah Turness. In the end, it came down to a Panorama documentary accused of featuring a misleadingly edited speech by Donald Trump. But, having weathered years of BBC scandals, co…

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Has Labour let down millennials? 25:30

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Has Labour let down Millennials? Are tax hikes on the horizon? And what would happen to the commonwealth if Britain dumped our King? Rachel Cunliffe joins Anoosh Chakelian to answer listener questions. Treat yourself or someone special to big ideas, bold politics and proper journalism from just £2 this Christmas when you subscribe to the New States…

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Steve Reed's £7bn affordable housing fund | Exclusive interview 29:46

26m ago29:46

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“The dream of home ownership is closed off to younger people today” - Steve Reed, Housing Secretary Steve Reed exclusively tells the New Statesman about the seven billion pounds Labour are giving to the six mayoral combined authorities for social and affordable housing. In an interview with Oli Dugmore, Labour’s housing secretary outlines the plan,…

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Murdoch's Succession Battle and the Fight for Fox News 7:28

6m ago7:28

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What are the key differences between Murdoch's children, particularly Lachlan and James? How do the internal family conflicts of the Murdochs mirror the TV show Succession? What will Rupert Murdoch's legacy be? Alastair is joined by two-time Rupert Murdoch biographer, Michael Wolff, to discuss all this and more. Unlock the full five-part mini-serie…

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What Labour must learn from Zohran Mamdani 25:09

14m ago25:09

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Voters in New York City have elected a socialist, Muslim, 34-year old Mayor. Here's what Labour need to learn from Zohran Mamdani's campaign. -- Zohran Mamdani calls himself "Donald Trump's worst nightmare". In the UK, senior Labour figures including Wes Streeting have praised the young Democrat Mayor-Elect's campaign. But should Labour be celebrat…

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465. Andrew’s Disgrace, Newsnight, and a Centrist Win in the Netherlands (Question Time) 38:45

10d ago38:45

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How much transparency should we demand from the monarchy? Do the latest Dutch results show that populism is fracturing, or simply mutating? And, did Xi embarrass Trump? __________ Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access, …

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Britain’s next maternity scandal 34:21

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A four-month investigation with Channel 4 News reveals harrowing failings at one of Britain’s most prestigious hospitals. Oli Dugmore speaks to the New Statesman's Investigations Editor, Hannah Barnes. Read: Britain’s next maternity scandal LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱Download the New Statesman app MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN: ❓ Ask a question – we answer the…

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Liam Plunkett: Cricket in the US, England's ODI struggles & Ashes predictions 46:52

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Former England bowler Liam Plunkett joins Chris & Greggy for an unmissable chat ahead of the upcoming Ashes series. Liam dives into the growth of cricket in the USA, shares his thoughts on England’s recent struggles in ODIs, and breaks down what it will take for the Test side to succeed Down Under. He also gives his predictions for the Ashes and di…

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464. Labour’s Tax Timebomb, Climate Backsliding, and Sudan’s Forgotten War 54:56

11d ago54:56

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Is this the Budget that breaks Labour, or can Reeves walk the tightrope? Why does the general public increasingly think we’re overreacting to climate breakdown? Why aren’t Elon Musk’s provocations of a civil war in Britain being challenged more by mainstream politicians? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________…

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“On Scarcity and Abundance” 24:13

2d ago24:13

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Rev. Mark Burnham continues our Narrative Lectionary series with a sermon titled, "On Scarcity and Abundance". Scriptures First Reading – Psalm 145:13-19 Second Reading – 2 Kings 4:38-44 Thank you for listening. We pray that you are encouraged by this message. Please like and subscribe on whatever podcast player you use. To find more sermon podcast…

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Huntingdon train attack: knife crime in suburbia 39:45

2d ago39:45

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Is Britain becoming a country of mass violence? On Saturday evening, a Doncaster to London train was forced to stop in Huntingdon after eleven people were injured in a stabbing spree. Anthony Williams, a 32 year-old British national, was charged on Monday with multiple counts of attempted murder. Oli Dugmore is joined by Anoosh Chakelian and Rachel…

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What's Farage's plan for the economy? 44:02

3d ago44:02

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Today, Nigel Farage set out his updated vision for the UK economy. At a speech and press conference in London, The Reform UK leader talked tax, immigration, welfare, Brexit and his days working in the City. The New Statesman’s Ethan Croft was at the event. Ethan joins Oli Dugmore to discuss. LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱Download the New Statesman app MORE FROM…

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The Monster He Made: Murdoch, Trump, and the Price of Power (Part 4) 21:45

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What was the nature of the relationship between Fox News and Donald Trump? What, or who, caused Rupert Murdoch's marriage to Wendi Deng to end? What were the consequences of Fox News promoting election fraud conspiracies after the 2020 election? Alastair is joined by two-time Rupert Murdoch biographer, Michael Wolff, to discuss all this and more. T…

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Do we have too many leftist parties? 19:39

5d ago19:39

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Is Build Baby Build doomed? Is Katie Lam running for leader? Where is Priti Patel? Can the UK really support 5 large leftist parties? Luke O’Reilly joins Anoosh Chakelian to answer listener questions. Ask us a question LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱Download the New Statesman app MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN: ❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Friday ⏰ Get o…

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David Lammy's plan to stop Farage | Exclusive interview 22:30

6d ago22:30

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The Deputy PM believes that Labour can beat the threat of the populist right, Nigel Farage and Reform. Lammy says that Labour can achieve this by tackling the cost of living crisis, uniting the centre and left of British politics and putting security first. Oli Dugmore sat down with David Lammy to discuss his plan. Read: Nigel Farage can be stopped…

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England's most deprived areas revealed 23:53

7d ago23:53

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Which are the most deprived neighbourhoods in England and how might this map onto voter intent? Anoosh Chakelian is joined by senior data journalist Ben Walker, to discuss what we can learn from the English Indices of Deprivation. LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱Download the New Statesman app MORE FROM THE NEW STATESMAN: ❓ Ask a question – we answer them every Fr…

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463. Question Time: How Truth Became Optional In Trump’s America 41:51

17d ago41:51

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How serious are Trump’s hints about serving a third term? Is the US sleepwalking into a civil war? And does the Labour Party really understand rural Britain? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access, live show ticket prior…

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Abolish the rotten monarchy 46:40

8d ago46:40

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Another bad week for Prince Andrew. You could say the man hasn’t had a good week since 2011. Although, actually, he does live in a 30-bedroom mansion in Windsor and enjoyed a million quid a year from his mum. In this week's cover story Will Lloyd makes the case for abolishing the monarchy, and that the Windsors have always been more involved with B…

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462. Starmer Hits Rock Bottom: Will He Break His Manifesto to Survive? 51:06

18d ago51:06

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What does Labour’s unprecedented collapse in Wales really mean? If Putin takes Ukraine, which European neighbour is next? What can Starmer learn from Ireland’s new president, Catherine Connolly? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free…

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Can Labour afford to raise taxes? 24:50

9d ago24:50

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With the Autumn budget looming, the government has some tough decisions to make. Rachel Reeves has to find a predicted £30bn in extra revenue to meet her self-imposed fiscal rules. But as part of its manifesto pledges, Labour promised not to raise income tax, national insurance or VAT. And after a crushing defeat in Wales last week, what can the go…

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GLENN MCGRATH: Shane Warne, '05 Ashes Freak Injury & McGrath Foundation 33:10

9d ago33:10

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Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath talks to Chris & Greggy about the incredible work being done by the McGrath Foundation, his trademark 5-0 Ashes prediction and how Pat Cummins' injury will impact Australia's chances. The former fast bowler, who took 563 Test wickets in his career, also looks back on THAT injury he sustained in 2005, explains…

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"Solomon and the Temple" 26:15

9d ago26:15

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Rev. Mark Burnham continues our Fall Narrative Lectionary series with a sermon titled, "Solomon and the Temple". Scriptures First Reading – 1 Kings 5:1-8 Second Reading – 1 Samuel 8:1-13 Thank you for listening. We pray that you are encouraged by this message. Please like and subscribe on whatever podcast player you use. To find more sermon podcast…

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Should Labour sack Starmer to beat Reform? 25:58

12d ago25:58

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The Caerphilly by-election proves Reform can be beaten. But is Keir Starmer the man to do it? Last week voters in Caerphilly confounded pundits by electing their first Plaid Cymru Member of the Senedd (MS). Reform UK had expected to be the party to overturn Labour's 100 year dominance in the Welsh seat - but they were wrong. The loss was a disaster…

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Two decades later, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai returns 45:45

12d ago45:45

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With only her second novel The Inheritance of Loss, Kiran Desai won the 2006 Booker Prize, the leading literary prize in the global Anglosphere, becoming - at the time - the youngest person ever to do so. She was thirty-five. Then: silence. 19 years of it, before another novel emerged - this year. The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny. It, too, has bee…

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The Phone-Hacking Scandal: How Murdoch's UK Empire Fell (Part 3) 8:47

12d ago8:47

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What was the phone-hacking scandal and how did it escalate into a major crisis? How was Alastair himself implicated? What did Rupert Murdoch's marriage to Wendi Deng mean for his family's fortune? Alastair is joined by two-time Rupert Murdoch biographer, Michael Wolff, to discuss all this and more.Unlock the full five-part mini-series The Rise and …

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The death of Welsh Labour 29:15

13d ago29:15

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Is Welsh Labour dead? Plaid Cymru won a historic victory in the by-election, trouncing Labour who had been dominant for over 100 years. The "middle child" as Plaid's new MS describes them, also beat Reform, who pollsters expected to win the seat. In this episode, Harry Clarke-Ezzidio reports from Caerphilly to analyse the results of the election. H…

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Labour loses Caerphilly for first time in over 100 years 16:37

15d ago16:37

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After 14 attempts, Lindsay Whittle has won the Caerphilly seat in South Wales for Plaid Cymru. Reform came in second with over a third of the vote, and Labour trailed in third with 11%. A devastating loss for the party. Harry Clarke-Ezzidio is joined by Ben Walker in Caerphilly Leisure Centre. LISTEN AD-FREE: 📱Download the New Statesman app MORE FR…

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Andrew Marr: Keir Starmer is failing Britain 45:34

18d ago45:34

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Andrew Marr says he thought Labour would fix everything, but: "I was wrong". -- Andrew Marr is stepping down as political editor of the New Statesman. In this, his last regular podcast appearance (he'll be back, don't worry!) he reflects on the last three years in politics - and where we're heading next. He admits committing "the journalistic sin" …

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461. Question Time: China’s Spy Web, the Tel Aviv Fan Ban, and Japan’s New Thatcher 45:13

24d ago45:13

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Why did Britain drop a clear Chinese spying case? Was banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans the right call? What does Prince Andrew’s latest downfall reveal about the royals? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Get more from The Rest Is Politics with TRIP+. Enjoy bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access, live show tic…

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Why the Trump-Putin summit fell apart 31:58

15d ago31:58

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Donald Trump's planned summit with Vladimir Putin is cancelled. Here's why. -- Less than a week after Donald Trump offered to meet Vladimir Putin in Budapest, the proposed summit has already fallen apart. Officially, "there's no need" for the two presidents to meet, since their respective foreign ministers are conducting conversations. But what's r…