334. 11pm: US Election Countdown Begins

Why do Trump and JD Vance keep arguing with the Pope about theology? Who is funding the British and European far-right? As nationalism grows in Scotland and Wales, did devolution make this inevitable? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________ ...  Show more

Did Starmer show a fatal lack of judgement and curiosity about Peter Mandelson’s suitability for public office? How and why did Trump destroy years of successful Iranian nuclear ‘containment’ policy? Four years into the Sudan war, what does the failure of peace efforts reveal abo ...  Show more

Katty and Anthony reconvene to wrap their heads around what just happened. Donald Trump, the next President of the United States, for a second time. Join us on Election Night Get ready for in-depth, real-time analysis as we go live throughout election night on November 5th. Wat ...  Show more

How has Donald Trump broken the law this week? Who is Stephen Miller, the man behind Donald Trump? Will the Democrats fight back? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of these questions and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening, gain e ...  Show more

How should New Zealand navigate their complex web of alliances as the relationship between China and the US deteriorates? Jacinda Ardern was considered a beacon of hope when she came to office in 2017, how did she navigate this pressure? To what extent is politics about personal ...  Show more

The next 12 months will be an epic year for democracy. Half the world’s population will have the chance to vote. Lucy Fisher is joined by the FT’s editor Roula Khalaf and chief foreign affairs commentator Gideon Rachman to give a global perspective, while Political Fix regular ...