Best Table XI Podcasts (2025)

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What Does Israel And Gaza’s Ceasefire Agreement Mean? 48:10

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Today, Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have "signed off on the first phase" of the 20-point peace plan for Israel and Gaza he unveiled last week. Adam is joined by Lyse Doucet, Chief International Correspondent, who has been stood in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square where celebrations have been taking place. They discuss the substance of the ceasefire…

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AI and National Power 24:11

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Ashwin Prasad and Adya Madhavan explore the connection between artificial intelligence and how it augments and changes different aspects of power. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Conservative Conference: Kemi Badenoch’s Career Saving Speech? 34:30

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Today, Kemi Badenoch gave a speech at the Conservative party conference. Adam, Chris, and Henry Zeffman were listening and give their immediate reaction. She announced a flurry of new policies, including abolishing stamp duty and introducing a fiscal “golden rule”. Did she manage to silence her critics? And is her job as party leader, at least for …

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PPPs for India’s Monuments 25:25

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Conservative Conference: “It’s Tough Being A Tory” 38:39

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Gender, Data, and Policy 37:28

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Will Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Work? 37:28

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Unpacking China's AI+ Initiative 34:50

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A few weeks ago, China's State Council released the AI+ Initiative - a fairly significant policy document about the integration of artificial intelligence in key sectors of the economy. In this episode, Shobhankita Reddy and Anushka Saxena of the Takshashila Institution break down the key features of the document, the Chinese model of "command and …

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How Will Police Use Their New Powers To Restrict Repeated Protests? 30:47

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Today, the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces new police powers to restrict protests. Plus Tory leader Kemi Badenoch talks about her plan to remove 750,000 illegal migrants over five years, saying those who come to the UK without permission should "go back to where they came from". And how much closer is a resolution of the conflict in Gaza? …

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Manchester Synagogue Attack: PM Tells Protesters To ‘Respect Grief Of British Jews’ 33:44

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Today, Laura has visited the scene of the Manchester synagogue attack and spoken to members of the local community. Paddy and Laura discuss the political reaction to Thursday’s attack on the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue. Plus, Kemi Badenoch has arrived in Manchester for her first Conservative party conference as leader. What’s at stake…

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Manchester Synagogue Attack: Police Gunfire Hit Victims 42:03

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Today, we discuss the aftermath of the Manchester synagogue attack as Greater Manchester Police say that one of the victims killed in yesterday's attack was hit by police gunfire as they shot the attacker. It’s not yet clear whether this was the cause of death. Two Jewish men were killed when a man, who police believe to be Jihad Al-Shamie, drove a…

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The Nuclear Chess Game: Oil Money & Atomic Power 41:42

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On September 17th, 2025, the world witnessed what might either turn out to be the most consequential defence agreement since NATO's founding, or might fizzle out as something that's not as disruptive as it might seem. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia didn't just sign a mutual defence pact - they potentially rewrote the rules of nuclear deterrence, economi…

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Manchester Synagogue Attack: What We Know, So Far 38:22

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Today, an attack on a synagogue in Manchester has been declared a terrorist incident by counter-terror police. Members of Manchester’s Jewish Community were worshipping at the Heaton Park synagogue on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, when the attacker rammed a car and carried out a knife attack. Adam is joined by BBC News Corresp…

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Michelle Mone + The PPE Fine 35:48

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Today, a company linked to Michelle Mone and her husband Doug Barrowman has been ordered to pay £122m in damages after a judge ruled it breached a government contract for the supply of PPE during the Covid pandemic. A spokesperson for Mr Barrowman has described the ruling as "a travesty of justice". In December 2023, Baroness Mone, a former Conserv…

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Labour Conference: Did Starmer Do Enough? 30:34

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Today, Keir Starmer has used his conference speech to attack Nigel Farage saying he “doesn’t like Britain”. The Prime Minister warned against “the politics of grievance” and said that the UK is at a “fork in the road”. In response Nigel Farage has accused Starmer of being an unfit PM. Adam, Chris and Alex discuss this, as well as two policy announc…

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Does the Greater Bengaluru Authority mean a Better Bengaluru? 47:05

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Bengaluru entered a new era of governance on September 2, when the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) came into force. What does this mean for Bengaluru city dwellers and, more generally, urban governance? In this episode of All Things Policy, Suman Joshi and Bharath Reddy spoke to urban governance expert Mathew Idiculla to understand. All Things Po…

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Labour Conference: Migration Cuts and Tax Rises? 46:15

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Today, the Home Secretary has told Labour conference that migrants will have to prove they are contributing to society to earn the right to remain in the UK. Under the proposals, legal migrants will have to learn English to a high standard, have a clean criminal record and volunteer in their community to be granted permanent settlement status. Mean…

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India-China in the Indian Subcontinent: Challenges and Opportunities 53:44

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Constantino Xavier, and Shruti Jargad from CSEP to discuss how India and China view the Indian subcontinent and each other's role in it. China views the subcontinent through different cultural and geopolitical lenses and views itself as a central player in the region. A…

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Labour Conference: Starmer Calls Reform Plans Racist 46:21

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Today, Keir Starmer has told Laura he thinks Reform’s policy of scrapping indefinite leave to remain is "racist" and "immoral". The policy, which could effectively lead to hundreds of thousands of people who are here legally being deported from the UK, was announced by party leader Nigel Farage last week. Speaking on Laura’s on her BBC On…

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Labour Conference: Starmer v Reform 26:21

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Today, the prime minister warned that Reform UK “will tear this country apart” ahead of the Labour party conference. Sir Keir Starmer said the conference would be an opportunity to show Labour's alternative to the "toxic divide and decline" offered by Nigel Farage’s party. But he faces mounting pressure, with polls showing Labour trailing Reform UK…

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The Week: ID Cards, Burnham and Johnson Takes on Farage 31:12

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Today, Keir Starmer is to announce plans for a digital ID scheme. Number 10 say it would help crack down on illegal working and modernise the state. The previous Labour government's attempt to introduce ID cards was ultimately blocked by the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition. Adam, Chris, Vicki and Joe discuss this and Boris Johnson coming ou…

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Geopolitics in Flux: Challenges and Opportunities for Companies 34:14

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In this episode, Sowmya Prabhakar and Bhumika Sevkani sit down with Srividya Jandhyala, Associate Professor at ESSEC Business School, to unpack how today’s shifting geopolitical landscape is reshaping the world of business. From the evolving role of managers to strategies for navigating uncertainty, the discussion explores both the challenges and o…

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Is Andy Burnham Really Going To Challenge Keir Starmer? 39:55

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Today, Andy Burnham has said he’s ready to support the Prime Minister and the government in forming a “proper plan to beat Reform”. His latest comments follow several interviews over the last few days which have been taken as a sign that he might be interested in challenging Sir Keir Starmer for labour party leadership and Prime Minister. Adam is j…

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#47: Ousmane Ballon d'or "From setbacks and injuries to stunning comebacks" 35:21

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No Limit Football Podcast – Episode 47: Ousmane Ballon d’Or In Episode 47 of the No Limit Football Podcast, host SunaStats dives into the incredible journey of Ousmane Dembélé, exploring how he overcame setbacks and injuries to reach the pinnacle of football glory by winning the Ballon d’Or. Joined by special guest Mo Hackney, founder of the Groonk…

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An Assessment on Indian Geospatial Portals 33:27

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Anisree Suresh discuss the capabilities and challenges of India’s geospatial portals. They also examine what holds them back compared to global counterparts, and highlight how India can fine-tune its policies to make geospatial portals more accessible, innovative, and citizen-centric. All Thi…

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Has Trump Changed His Mind On Ukraine? 37:21

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Today, Russia has reacted to comments from Donald Trump claiming that Russia is a “paper tiger”, whose weak economy leaves them exposed to a Ukrainian counter offensive retaking all of their lost territory. It’s a huge shift from the president, but how seriously can we take his words? Catriona Perry and Vitaly Shevchenko join Adam to answer that qu…

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The Geometry of Uncertainty: India-US Relationship and Quad’s Future 28:02

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Vanshika Saraf is joined by Rushali Saha, a Maitri Fellow at the United States Studies Centre in Sydney. Together, they examine whether the Quad is beginning to drift in the choppy waters of the Indo-Pacific. Recent developments, from stalled trade talks to a sudden spike in visa fees, have tested the foundatio…

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Davey v Farage 41:09

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Today, Ed Davey has vowed to lead the fight against Nigel Farage in his speech to the Liberal Democrat Conference. Davey argued that the Lib Dems had a "moral responsibility" to challenge Reform and urged his party to embrace patriotism to speak for "Britain's decent silent majority". Adam speaks to Chris from the conference in Bournemouth, and als…

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Bengaluru's Yellow Metro Line Through Geopolitical Tracks 44:17

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On 10 August 2025, after a long delay, the yellow metro line was finally inaugurated by PM Modi in Bengaluru. But just a month after the inauguration, long wait times, overcrowding and underutilisation of potential continue to plague the nearly 19 km line that connects RV Road with Bommasandra. The reason? Geopolitics, because of the involvement of…

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Ep 47: Premier League Table Predictions 55:32

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Surely everyone knows who’s going to be crowned Premier League champions after just three weeks, right? Well, if you don’t, Ryan and I have you covered. We dive into the league table and share our predictions for all 20 spots. Once that’s wrapped up, we turn our attention to Borussia Dortmund to discuss the award for ‘most punchable face.’ This epi…

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What Has Changed After UK Recognises Palestine? 39:47

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Today, what does recognising a Palestinian state actually mean? More countries are preparing to join the UK, Canada and Australia in recognising Palestine as a state as world leaders meet in New York for the United Nations. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said recognition gives "a huge reward to terrorism" - he also says a Palestinian state "will…

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Society, State & Market: India’s Cyber Awareness Playbook 42:41

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Cyber scams, phishing links, ransomware attacks and digital threats are everywhere. In this episode of All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar (COO, Takshashila Institution) chats with Vinay Nagaraj and Lokendra Sharma about how the society, government and markets can join forces to keep our data safe and our clicks smarter. Tune in for practical tips,…

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Why is the UK Recognising a Palestinian State Now? 33:29

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Today, we look at what Sir Keir Starmer’s promise to recognise a Palestinian state means. Laura and Paddy are joined by political correspondent Joe Pike to discuss the arguments for and against the move. And we discuss the Liberal Democrat’s party conference, and whether Ed Davey’s stunts are playing well with voters and members. You can take part …

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Russian Warplanes Breach Nato Airspace 23:17

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Today, we look at whether Russia is deliberately testing Nato, after three Russian fighter jets flew into Estonia’s airspace. Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse joins Laura and Paddy from Kyiv to discuss the how Europe is responding. Laura and Paddy also discuss an early rift in the leadership of Your Party, the new political party set up by fo…

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Leo Varadkar on Brexit, Boris Johnson & Coming Out 43:34

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Today, Adam sits down with former Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to discuss his time in office, how he became the leader of Ireland and his new book Speaking My Mind. You can take part in the Newscast census here - https://bbc.in/newscastcensus You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play …

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Emission Trading Systems and the Pursuit of Green Competitiveness 27:01

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China plans to implement absolute caps on carbon emissions for its industries. The Chinese Emissions Trading System (ETS) covers the power, steel, cement and aluminium sectors, accounting for 60% of the country's total emissions. In this episode, Bhumika Sevkani, Research Analyst with the Indo-Pacific Studies programme, and Anisree Suresh, Research…

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Trump's State Visit: The President and Starmer Agree To Disagree 30:26

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Today, Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer faced questions from the press on everything from Gaza to Lord Mandelson. The press conference at the PM's country residence Chequers, lasted just under an hour. After a difficult few weeks today was seen as the moment of most jeopardy for the Prime Minister, so faced with the press, did the two men avoid fl…

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India's Military Wishlist: Understanding the TPCR 27:44

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan and Anwesha Sen discuss the latest edition of India’s Technology Perspective Capability Roadmap, or TPCR, and consider its significance for defence procurement, industry, and modern military capability. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institu…

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Trump’s State Visit: King Charles's Royal Reception 36:51

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Today, King Charles has rolled out the red carpet for President Trump at Windsor Castle on his second state visit to the UK. BBC Senior Royal Correspondent Daniela Relph and Chief North America correspondent Gary O’Donoghue join Adam to explore all the pomp and ceremony and what both nations want to get out of this vist. Plus, the government has an…

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Inequality Beyond Indices 33:01

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Sridhar Krishna (Senior Scholar), Suman Joshi (Staff Programme Manager, GCPP) and Kripa Koshy (Staff Programme Manager, PGP) take a high-level look at the state of Indian society vis-à-vis inequalities and contradictions that pervade it. They pay particular attention to the story beyond economic indices, with p…

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Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza Says UN Commission 35:10

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Today, a United Nations commission of inquiry has said that Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. A new report says there are reasonable grounds to conclude that four of the five genocidal acts defined under international law have been carried out since the start of the war with Hamas in 2023. Israel's foreign ministry said it…

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#46: Arteta & Arsenal: Years in Transition – Reviewing the Rebuild at the Emirates 32:49

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In episode 46 of No Limit Football, host Sunastats sits down with Simple Gents to take a deep dive into Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal. Together, they review last season — a campaign full of energy, belief, and progress. Arsenal led the Premier League for most of the year, powered by young stars like Saka, Ødegaard, and Martinelli, and boosted by the impac…

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Thinking through the Dalai Lama's Succession 34:03

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Amit Kumar and Anushka Saxena discuss the scenarios to witness during the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama. Given the importance of the issue to the Gaden Phodrang Trust, the believers of Tibetan Buddhism, and Beijing, there is both a religious and geopolitical vantage point from which to assess India and Chin…

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Are The Conservatives 'Over'? 46:42

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Today, Danny Kruger the Conservative MP and shadow minister has defected to Reform. Speaking at a press conference alongside Nigel Farage, Kruger said “the Conservatives are over” and confirmed he would not be triggering a by-election. In response Kemi Badenoch says she is “not going to get blown off course” - Adam and Chris discuss this, and the P…

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Unpacking India's Agricultural Trade 30:30

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Anisree Suresh and Swathi Kalyani unpack India’s agricultural trade policies, examining where the country holds export potential and what it must do to maximise gains from its agriculture sector. They discuss India’s farm trade policy and suggest calibrated liberalisation, tariff easing, and leveraging strength…

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Epstein Victim's Family Speaks Out Over Mandelson 38:14

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Today, we hear from the family of Virginia Giuffre, who became the most prominent victim of Jeffrey Epstein. In an interview with Laura, they said that Lord Mandelson should never have been given the position of UK ambassador to the United States. And Business Secretary Peter Kyle told her it was "highly unlikely" Lord Mandelson would have been app…

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The Mandelson-Epstein Emails - Who Knew What, When? 20:30

26d ago20:30

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Today, we look at how Bloomberg broke the story of Mandelson’s emails to Jeffrey Epstein that got him sacked as US ambassador. And we hear new information about the investigation Keir Starmer carried out into the relationship before appointing him. Laura and Paddy are joined by Alex Campbell who led the Bloomberg team. You can take part in the News…

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The Week: When Keir Starmer Sacked Peter Mandelson 37:38

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Today, we look back at a very difficult week for Keir Starmer and the Government. Lord Mandelson’s sacking as UK ambassador to the US comes only days after the Prime Minister reshuffled his cabinet and the resignation of his deputy, Angela Rayner. Starmer sacked Lord Mandelson after new information emerged about his friendship with convicted paedop…

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India's Flash Flood Reality and the Challenges Ahead 38:00

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In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Geospatial Research analyst at the Takshashila Institution and Mr. Vipul Anand, Consultant to the Water Resources Division, Bureau of Indian Standards, Government of India discuss about the critical world of flash flood management. They explore what distinguishes these sudden, devastating events…

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Peter Mandelson Sacked Over Epstein Messages 32:34

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Today, Keir Starmer sacked US Ambassador Lord Peter Mandelson following the publication of messages he exchanged with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Adam and Chris discuss how the ambassador’s position became untenable, and what this means for questions around Starmer’s leadership plus Trump’s planned state visit next week. And Charlie Kirk, an influe…