Iain Dale All Talk

362. Paul Bessell

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author Paul Bessel about his new book FINDING DAD, a memoir-investigation into the life of Paul’s father, Peter Bessel: a Liberal MP (1964-1970), close friend of Jeremy Thorpe, later a key prosecution witness in the 1979 Thorpe conspiracy-to-murder trial. Bessel explains why he delayed writing for decades, what triggered the book, and how fearful he was of uncovering painful truths in his parents’ archives. The conversation traces Peter Bessel’s rise as a respected Cornish MP, his later financial collapse, a dramatic disappearance in 1974 that left his family suddenly impoverished, and the complicated, sometimes clandestine life he led (including secret “work” Bessel suspects may have involved US national security).

361. Carl Cashman

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Ian Dale interviews Carl Cashman, Lib Dem leader on Liverpool City Council, about his reputation as the 'UK's hottest politician', his upbringing in Prescot, being raised largely by his grandparents, later meeting his biological father at 22, and how class, accent, and confidence shaped him.

360. Naz Shah

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Labour MP Naz Shah about being arrested with her mother for murder, how her background informs her work as an MP, what her faith means to her and more. Naz's new book is HONOURED: SURVIVAL, STRENGTH AND MY PATH TO POLITICS.

359. Sir Sajid Javid

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Conservative chancellor Sir Sajid Javid about his upbringing, his parents' arrival in the UK, his father's work on the buses, forgiving him later in life for hitting Sajid as a child, Sajid's relationship with his brother and heroic mother and more. Sir Sajid's new book is THE COLOUR OF HOME.

358. Alastair Bruce

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Major-General Alastair Bruce about what makes a good Royal correspondent, his time in the military - and being the governor of Edinburgh Castle!

357. Clyde Best

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews West Ham legend Clyde Best about his upbringing and how he found a love for football, the racism he faced over his years in the sport, the influence he's had on the beautiful game - and the new documentary THE CLYDE BEST STORY.

356. Steve Rosenberg

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews the BBC's Russia editor Steve Rosenberg about going from starting out in journalism to being face to face with Vladimir Putin, about Steve's love not only for the BBC... but for the Eurovision Song Contest - and lots more.

355. Andrew Gold

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews host of the Heretics podcast Andrew Gold about the shifting sands on both the left and the right, times guests have had a go at him, his experiences with Tommy Robinson and more.

354. From the archive: David Starkey

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0100

In an interview from Iain's LBC show in 2010, David Starkey talks monarchy, the Milibands, being a contrarian and more.

353. From the archive: Gyles Brandreth

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0100

In an interview from Iain's LBC show in 2010, Gyles Brandreth talks his own time at LBC, moving from politics to entertainment, what he thinks of diarist Samuel Pepys, old teddy bears, Oscar Wilde - and David Davis being rebellious!

352. Hashi Mohamed

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:18:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews barrister and broadcaster Hashi Mohamed about his childhood being brought to the UK as a refugee after his father's death in Kenya, making it as a lawyer, trying to make a difference... and what happens if his interns are late!

351. Henry Riley

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews LBC presenter Henry Riley about his climb from assistant producer to presenter at the station, what Nick Ferrari had him doing as a reporter, his time before LBC, losing weight - and more.

350. Daniel Barnett

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews lawyer and LBC presenter Daniel Barnett about his strict on-air style, his experience representing 'Britain's fattest man', cross-examining Wolf from Gladiators and his skills in wine tasting!

349. Natasha Clark

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews LBC's political editor Natasha Clark about her start as a journalist, moving from print to broadcast, asking President Trump a question and more!

348. The Best of 2025: Part 2

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 01:00:00 +0100

More best bits from Iain's All Talk interviews of 2025, featuring such names as Piers Morgan, Beth Rigby, Jeremy Hunt and Frank Gardner.

347. The Best of 2025: Part 1

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Some of the best bits from Iain's All Talk interviews of 2025, featuring some fascinating people from broadcasting, politics and the media, as well as some of Iain's friends. It's all here - just sit back and enjoy.

346. Matthew Syed

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to author and columnist Matthew Syed about the art of failing well, the state of the world, what the Tories should be doing better, what's going on with President Trump - and Matthew's book BLACK BOX THINKING: GROWTH MINDSET AND THE SECRETS OF HIGH PERFORMANCE. Matthew also speaks to a few LBC callers.

345. Lord Charles Moore

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to Lord Moore about the myths surrounding Margaret Thatcher, what she was really like, the consequences of the miners' strike - and Charles's new book combining his biographies of her. Charles takes LBC listeners' questions too.

344. James Max

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster James Max about getting into radio, his time on The Apprentice, the magic of LBC - and his work as president of the Royal Albert Hall.

343. Lord William Waldegrave

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Conservative peer Lord William Waldegrave about his 'very posh' upbringing, getting into politics and then working for Ted Heath, then with Margaret Thatcher and John Major! Full of wonderful anecdotes from his many years in Westminster - do enjoy.

342. Les Hinton

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 22:13:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and former media executive about the highs and lows of tabloid journalism, working with Rupert Murdoch - and his new political novel DYING DAYS.

341. Duncan Barkes

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Duncan Barkes about his time at LBC but also local radio - the benefits and challenges of various timeslots... and the question of seagulls vs pigeons!

340. Paul Holden

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews campaigner and author Paul Holden about his new book The Fraud which lays bare the intrigues, stratagems, and deceits that helped deliver Sir Keir Starmer to Downing Street at the behest of a man most people couldn't pick out of a crowd...

339. Jason Cowley

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews ex-editor of the New Statesman Jason Cowley about the key to being a good editor, the highs and lows, and what he makes of the current political landscape!

338. Piers Morgan

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Piers Morgan about his new book WOKE IS DEAD which argues that offence is going out of fashion - but they also speak about Piers's close relationship with President Trump and his move from traditional telly to YouTube.

337. Sophy Ridge

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and Sky News broadcaster Sophy Ridge. They speak about her upcoming move to a breakfast slot and what that will mean for her life, her best and worst interview moments, what it takes to break into the industry and more!

336. Peggy Noonan

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews US political commentator former Reagan speechwriter Peggy Noonan about the art of speechwriting, the process of crafting and redrafting them, and her most memorable works - but also what it was like working in the White House with a man like President Reagan. A truly fascinating conversation!

335. From the archive: Lord Hennessy

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale spoke back in 2012 with crossbench peer and political historian Lord Hennessy.

334. From the archive: Mary Robinson

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale spoke back in 2012 to the hugely inspiring first female president of Ireland Mary Robinson.

333. Sir Jeremy Hunt

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former chancellor, foreign secretary and health secretary Sir Jeremy Hunt live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about the differing challenges of the various jobs, what it's like living in Number 11 Downing Street, meeting Henry Kissinger and more!

332. Sir John Curtice, Brian Taylor and Michael Crick

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale catches up with three top analysts, pollster Sir John Curtice, Scottish political journalist Brian Taylor and seasoned Westminster-watcher Michael Crick - they read the current political runes and judge who's up and who's down.

331. Jess Phillips

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews safeguarding minister Jess Phillips live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about Jess's life as a minister, being under attack from Elon Musk, being heckled at her election count and who's her favourite Tory.

330. Sir Chris Bryant

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to culture minister Sir Chris Bryant about his new book A LIFE AND A HALF: THE UNEXPECTED MAKING OF A POLITICIAN.

329. Nicola Sturgeon

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show with former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon about her divorce, her friendship with Alex Salmond, what she thinks about JK Rowling and more.

328. Lord Kim Darroch

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain is joined by former national security adviser and UK ambassador to the US Lord Darroch live from the Edinburgh Fringe festival. They speak about whether a peace deal in Ukraine is likely, what could happen next in Gaza, how well Keir Starmer is handling foreign policy and more!

327. Lord Michael Heseltine

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain is joined by Lord Heseltine live from the Edinburgh Fringe festival. It's a truly special conversation about his long time in Westminster, working with Margaret Thatcher, his anti-Brexit campaigning and more - take a listen!

326. Rachel Reeves

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale is joined by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, live from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival - they discuss women in politics, the challenges of being a Chancellor, and bad hair days!

325. AP McCoy

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale dips into the LBC archives, where he speaks with champion jockey, AP McCoy - they discuss how to get past setbacks and the debate on horse whipping in the sport.

324. From the archive: Pam Ayres

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale spoke back in 2011 to the wonderful poet Pam Ayres - dive in for some warm fun!

323. Wendy Morton

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Conservative MP Wendy Morton about growing up in a farming family and getting into politics, as well as her time as chief whip when Liz Truss was PM - and all the chaos that came with that role!

Remembering Norman Tebbit

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:56:00 +0100

In this edition of All Talk, we look back to 2014 when former cabinet minister Norman Tebbit joined Iain for a recording. They discuss Norman's experience surviving the Brighton bombing in 1984, his views on the potential for an EU referendum and how he compares modern politics to his era, as well as his children's novel. We remember Lord Tebbit, who died this week at the age of 94.

322. From the archive: Miranda Hart

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:33:00 +0100

Iain spoke back in 2012 to comedian Miranda Hart - here it is for your what I call listening pleasure!

321. Krishnan Guru-Murthy

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Krishnan Guru-Murthy about his wonderful career and the state of the media. They discuss what it takes to carry out a good interview, Krishnan's love of foreign reporting, his most memorable moments in front of the camera and the future of the 'legacy media' - and more!

320. Sarah Vine

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author and commentator Sarah Vine about being a political wife (formerly to Michael Gove), how to split up well, how her friendship with the Camerons ended, dealing with criticism and loads more - much of which is included in Sarah's new book HOW NOT TO BE A POLITICAL WIFE.

319. Sir Jeremy Hunt

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former chancellor Sir Jeremy Hunt on his LBC show about his time taking over after that mini-budget, whether Keir Starmer is getting it right with Donald Trump, what might happen next in Gaza - as well as his new book CAN WE BE GREAT AGAIN?. Sir Jeremy speaks to callers too.

318. Tim Bouverie

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain speaks on his LBC show to the historian and former political journalist Tim Bouverie about his new book ALLIES AT WAR: THE POLITICS OF DEFEATING HITLER, and what today's politicians could learn from history. Tim also takes listener calls.

317. Baroness Deborah Mattinson

Wed, 28 May 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Labour peer and political consultant Deborah Mattinson. They discuss the challenge of telling party leaders bad news, her work advising Keir Starmer as leader of the opposition and the drama around Gordon Brown not calling an election - and much more!

316. Simon Hart

Fri, 23 May 2025 18:18:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to former chief whip Simon Hart about his book UNGOVERNABLE which lifts the lid on the sordid underbelly of Westminster. Simon also takes listener calls.

315. Ash Sarkar

Thu, 15 May 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to the journalist and activist Ash Sarkar. They discuss how her political viewpoint has changed over the years, what social media is doing to our political discourse and how the Labour Party's doing - as well as Ash's new book MINORITY RULE: ADVENTURES IN THE CULTURE WAR. Ash also takes calls from LBC listeners.

314. Baroness Beeban Kidron

Wed, 07 May 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews campaigner and crossbench peer Baroness Kidron about her work on keeping children safe online, her time as a filmmaker and Hollywood director... and the biggest diva she's ever worked with!

313. Richard Park

Thu, 01 May 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster and radio guru Richard Park about his fascinating career. They discuss how he started out in pirate radio, his time as boss of Capital Radio and being one of the first TV judges on Fame Academy - and much more.

312. Frank Gardner

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner about his new thriller INVASION about potential war between China and Taiwan - they also discuss Frank's pluckiness as a self-starter when he set out in the media - and his frustrating experiences travelling by plane with a wheelchair.

311. Jesse Norman

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews shadow leader of the House of Commons Jesse Norman. They compare Jesse's various previous ministerial positions, which ones were fun and which ones were less so, they discuss what it's like being interviewed by Andrew Neil, they chat about Jesse's experience working on the COVID furlough scheme - and lots more besides. And they remember Jesse's father, who died the day before the interview.

310. Mark Field

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Tory MP and minister Mark Field about his new book THE END OF AN ERA: THE DECLINE AND FALL OF THE TORY PARTY. They speak about why rifts have appeared among Conservatives, how much of a role chance has to play in doing well in politics, Mark's beef with Rory Stewart and affair with Liz Truss!

309. Darren Henley

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews chief executive of Arts Council England Darren Henley - they talk about his time running Classic FM, his reviews for the government on culture and music education, and what the Arts Council is for - and lots more, including the book he's edited titled THE ARTS DIVIDEND.

308. Matt Frei

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Matt Frei - an the anecdotes are next-level! Matt talks about growing up in Germany, his run-in with Donald Trump, having a gun held to his head... and so much more. Don't miss this one!

307. Lord Michael Heseltine

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Conservative peer and former deputy prime minister Lord Heseltine about his remarkable and long career, his memories and regrets from his years in government, working with Margaret Thatcher, how the current government is getting on and much more. The second volume of Lord Heseltine's memoirs FROM ACORNS TO OAKS: AN URGENT AGENDA TO REBUILD BRITAIN is out now.

306. Tessa Dunlop

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews historian and broadcaster Dr Tessa Dunlop. They've just launched a new podcast Where Politics Meets History - they talk about that of course, plus Tessa's Scottish roots, her love for Romania, and never getting attached to money!

305. Patrick Maguire and Gabriel Pogrund

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalists Patrick Maguire and Gabriel Pogrund about their great new book Get In - they talk about Keir Starmer's rise to power, the man behind much of his success Morgan McSweeney and how well the PM gets on with the deputy PM Angela Rayner - and much more!

304. Baroness Thérèse Coffey

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain interviews former deputy prime minister Baroness Thérèse Coffey about her many roles in government and which were her favourite (and least favourite!), as well as what she wants to do next in life as she's joined the Lords and her relationship with former prime minister Liz Truss... and much more!

303. Alistair Carmichael

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Lib Dem MP and former cabinet minister Alistair Carmichael. They discuss the much larger number of Lib Dem MPs after the last election, how Alistair got into politics and what he learned from former careers - plus, the anniversary of his party's former leader Jo Grimond first being elected to Parliament.

302. Harry Mount

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and editor of The Oldie magazine Harry Mount about the art of writing a good column, the pressures of being an editor, having a famous father and what kind of impact that had on his childhood - and more!

301. Beth Rigby

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain interviews journalist and broadcaster Beth Rigby about the highlights and challenges of being Sky's political editor, how to get the most out of a political interview, the fun of podcasting over broadcasting and loads more.

300. Nicholas Watt

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and broadcaster Nicholas Watt about how he got started in journalism, his time working in Northern Ireland and Brussels, and the changes at Newsnight - plus much more!

299. Hannah Lewis

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0100

On Holocaust Memorial Day, and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, Iain Dale interviews Holocaust survivor Hannah Lewis, who was forcibly marched to a labour camp in a village called Adampol as a child, where she witnessed her mother being shot dead by Nazi a death squad. Of her extended family, only Hannah and her father would survive the war. They speak about Hannah's experiences, and the importance of remembering the Holocaust all these years on.

298. Jo Coburn

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Jo Coburn about the challenges of chairing a debate programme, how much production goes into her interviews - and the differences between being a correspondent and being a presenter.

297. Lord Daniel Finkelstein

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Times columnist and Conservative peer Lord Finkelstein. They discuss the life of an opinion writer - what works and what doesn't, the extraordinary story of his parents living through the Holocaust - and his work in politics including prepping John Major for PMQs!

NOTE: This is a re-upload to fix a technical issue for some listeners!

296. Katie Perrior

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews communications expert and Number 10 adviser Katie Perrior. Katie tells some fantastic stories about the various politicians she's worked with, explains how crucial comms is in politics - and the importance of having great colleagues!

295. Paul Staines

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews blogger and journalist Paul Staines, who until recently ran the Guido Fawkes website. Never one to dodge a controversial story, Paul is a fascinating character. They talk all things politics, gossip and journalism!

294. The Best of 2024

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Some of the best bits from Iain's All Talk interviews of 2024- featuring some of the finest broadcasters, politicians and journalists, as well as some of Iain's friends. It's all here - just sit back and enjoy.

293. Glen Oglaza

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political journalist Glen Oglaza about his career in TV covering Hillsborough, Dunblane and the fall of the Berlin Wall among much else - it's all contained in his memoirs WHEN I STORIES and MORE WHEN I STORIES.

292. Jonathan Ashworth

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Labour MP and shadow cabinet figure Jonathan Ashworth, who's now the boss of the influential Labour Together think tank. They talk about life after losing an election, how the government is getting on, whether he'd like to return to the political front line and more!

291. Nadine Dorries

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former culture secretary Nadine Dorries about her latest book DOWNFALL: THE SELF-DESTRUCTION OF THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY. They discuss what's going wrong for the Tories - and the toxic culture Nadine thinks is rife in Westminster.

290. Sir Richard Evans

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to historian and author Sir Richard Evans - who used to teach Iain at uni! They discuss his book HITLER'S PEOPLE, all about those men and women who created and served the Third Reich - and why so many Germans took part in the crimes of Nazi Germany. Sir Richard also takes calls from LBC listeners.

289. Katja Hoyer

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews historian and journalist Katja Hoyer about what life was like in East Germany, where she was born, as well as the fall of the Berlin Wall, getting used to British culture (including Doctor Who) and plenty more besides.

288. Robert Hardman

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Royal journalist and filmmaker Robert Hardman about how King Charles III has settled into the role, whether Donald Trump got along with Queen Elisabeth II and which prime ministers got on best with the late Queen - as well as Robert's book CHARLES III: NEW KING. NEW COURT. THE INSIDE STORY.

287. Sir Peter Bottomley

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Conservative MP and Father of the House of Commons Sir Peter Bottomley. They discuss his many years of service as an MP, doing battle with journalists and how politics has changed - and much more.

286. Tom Skinner

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political adviser Tom Skinner about his work on James Cleverly's leadership campaign and what went wrong, working in government under Liz Truss - and what the Conservative Party should do next.

285. Ruth Davidson

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews podcaster and former Scottish Tory leader Baroness Ruth Davidson live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about the future of the Conservative Party, whether she’ll make a return to frontline politics, why she thinks Labour is wrong, imposter syndrome and more!

284. Alex Salmond

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in at the Edinburgh Fringe and is joined by the former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. This was recorded in August - and we're releasing it now after Alex died at the age of 69.

283. Sir John Curtice, Brian Taylor & Michael Crick

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews three top analysts, pollster Sir John Curtice, Scottish political journalist Brian Taylor and seasoned Westminster-watcher Michael Crick - they look back on the election and consider the big issues facing the new government.

282. Chris Kamara and Ben Shephard

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews broadcasters Chris Kamara and Ben Shephard, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss that 'I don't know Jeff' moment, their years presenting Goals on Sunday together, Kammy's experience living with apraxia and more.

281. Robert Harris

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Robert Harris about his new novel Precipice, a thrilling account of a love affair between Prime Minister H.H. Asquith and reckless 26-year old aristocrat Venetia Stanley - in a country on the brink of war.

280. Dame Andrea Leadsom

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Tory cabinet minister Dame Andrea Leadsom in an episode recorded shortly after the election. They discuss what the Tories need to do to change their fate, Andrea's commitment to early years and whether parents need to take responsibility for their kids' teeth, what's wrong with the civil service and whether she'd work with the new Labour government - plus much more besides!

279. Anna Firth

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Tory MP Anna Firth, in an episode recorded shortly after the general election. They talk about the election result and how it feels to lose, the influence of Reform UK, her campaigning against pet theft, and the legacy of Sir David Amess, who preceded her in her seat.

278. Jess Phillips

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews safeguarding minister Jess Phillips, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about the work she wants to do to tackle violence against women and girls, how to push back against Andrew Tate and whether social media is any fun anymore.

277. Humza Yousaf

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews former Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss how his premiership as first minister ended, his reaction to the riots, whether independence is doomed - and loads more.

276. Miriam Margolyes

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews actor Miriam Margolyes, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss her years on the stage, the magic of Charles Dickens and the appeal of the bottom! (Not for the faint-hearted!)

275. Wes Streeting

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews health secretary Wes Streeting, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what it's like in such a big job at 41, whether the Labour government can truly deliver change - and how his own health issues have informed his work.

274. Liz Truss

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews former prime minister Liz Truss, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what it's like being prime minister, what went wrong for her premiership, what's next for the Conservative Party and the disorder we're seeing in the UK at the moment - and much more besides.

273. Eleanor Mills

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist Eleanor Mills about her career in journalism, sexism in the media and her new book MUCH MORE TO COME: LESSONS ON THE MAYHEM AND MAGNIFICENCE OF MIDLIFE.

272. Tim Shipman

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain chats to the journalist Tim Shipman, who is the Sunday Times' chief political commentator, as well as the author of a series of books detailing the UK's departure from the European Union and the political difficulties faced since Brexit. The latest book is called 'No Way Out: Brexit: From the Backstop to Boris'.

271. Dr Peter Caddick-Adams

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to the military historian Dr Peter Caddick-Adams, who has written a new biography or Sir Winston Churchill. After writing an essay on Britain's wartime Prime Minister for the book 'The Prime Ministers', edited by Iain, Peter has expanded his research into how Churchill led the nation through the Second World War and how his experiences during the previous conflict shaped his decision-making.

270. Sir Brandon Lewis

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 22:00:00 +0100

Iain speaks to former Conservative Cabinet Minister Sir Brandon Lewis about his decision to stand down from Parliament at the 2024 General Election, his experiences as a Cabinet Minister in the governments of Theresa May, Boris Johnson and Liz Truss, and how the Conservatives can rebuild from their bruising defeat in that 2024 election.

269. Lord Neil Kinnock

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to former Labour leader Lord Kinnock. They discuss the election campaign, whether Keir Starmer is ready, the betting scandal, the future of the Labour Party and his own experience fighting elections. Neil also takes calls from LBC listeners.

268. Robert Halfon

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Conservative MP and minister Robert Halfon about leaving politics and what might come next, the challenges of articulating a case for Israel, whether he'd offer his services to a Labour government - and much else besides!

267. Linda McDougall

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author and biographer Linda McDougall about her life of political journalism, marriage with late Labour MP Austin Mitchell and her latest book about Harold Wilson's trusted adviser and confidante MARCIA WILLIAMS: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF BARONESS FALKENDER.

266. Ian Payne

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews fellow LBC presenter Ian Payne about how he discovered his love of sport, whether he enjoyed his stint on telly and the magic of early morning radio.

265. From the archive: Peter Sissons

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 22:07:00 +0100

In an interview from Iain's radio programme in 2011, he interviews the late broadcaster Peter Sissons. They speak about Peter's childhood going to school with the Beatles, his extraordinary life in broadcasting and his memoirs.

264. Jonathan Dimbleby

Tue, 28 May 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby about his new book ENDGAME 1944: HOW STALIN WON THE WAR, which details the year which sealed the fate of the Nazis. Jonathan also speaks about his time at the BBC, and how the media landscape is changing.

This episode was recorded before the prime minister called the general election.

263. Deborah Slattery

Thu, 23 May 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews one of his best friends, Deborah Slattery, who became a Conservative Party agent and was Iain’s campaign manager in North Norfolk. She was director of the Norfolk Deaf Association, and moved to Spain nine years ago. They also discuss child bereavement after Deborah and her husband Mike lost their six year old daughter Georgina to a terminal brain tumour.

262. Fred Dinenage

Wed, 15 May 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews veteran broadcaster Fred Dinenage about his sixty years in broadcasting, the challenges and fun of working local news and kids TV - and his relationship with the Kray twins!

261. Helen Lederer

Wed, 08 May 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Helen Lederer about getting through rejection in her career, being honest on stage and the changing comedy landscape, as well as plenty of stories from her memoir NOT THAT I'M BITTER.

Due to a technical issue, there is a very short period in the middle in which the sound quality changes. The discussion is such fun, we've left that bit in.

260. Matthew Syed

Wed, 01 May 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author and commentator Matthew Syed about his former life as a professional table tennis player, the UK's economic trouble, whether he still has political ambitions and much more besides.

259. Reverend Steve Chalke

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author, social entrepreneur and Baptist minister Reverend Steve Chalke about optimism, religion, making a positive difference and much more.

258. Liz Truss

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Prime Minister Liz Truss about her time in office, what conservatives are getting wrong, Biden vs Trump, net zero, defence spending 'activism' in the civil service, bugging Boris Johnson in hospital and much more besides, as well as Liz's new book TEN YEARS TO SAVE THE WEST.

257. Matt Forde

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to comedian Matt Forde. They discuss his life-changing cancer diagnosis and recovery, the state of the political parties... and he gives us some of his best impressions! Matt also takes calls from LBC listeners.

256. Lord Peter Hain

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Labour peer and former MP Lord Hain about his time helping negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, the art of writing a good biography, and his latest thriller novel THE LION CONSPIRACY, which focuses on the real life corruption surrounding lion poaching in South Africa.

255. John O'Farrell

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews author and comedy scriptwriter John O'Farrell about whether family should matter more than politics, standing against Theresa May in Maidenhead, his comedy writing (including the Mrs Doubtfire Musical!) and much else besides, including his new satirical novel about our divided times, FAMILY POLITICS.

254. Baroness Natalie Bennett

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Green Party leader Natalie Bennett about her views on how the economy should be reformed (debate ensues!), her time leading her party, how she got her peerage and whether she likes dealing with the media. They also talk about her new book CHANGE EVERYTHING: HOW WE CAN RETHINK, REPAIR AND REBUILD SOCIETY.

253. Tom Swarbrick

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews LBC presenter Tom Swarbrick about his time as a reporter (during which he once tried to take a horse on a bus), working in Number 10 with Theresa May, taking over the drivetime slot on LBC and dealing with breaking news.

252. Peter Hitchens

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and author Peter Hitchens about his changing political views, the death of his mother, rediscovering religious faith, whether our prisons work and why he thinks he should be doing more TV work!

251. Lord Michael Howard

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former leader of the Conservative Party Lord Howard about his journey through politics, his experiences of the 2005 election, that interview with Jeremy Paxman and Ann Widdecombe saying there was 'something of the night about him' - and much more besides.

250. Iain Dale

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +0100

On this special edition to mark 250 episodes, Iain Dale is the interviewee. Carolyn Quinn speaks to him about his childhood growing up on a farm, his career in and around politics and getting into radio.

249. Lord Karan Bilimoria

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews businessman Lord Bilimoria about why he founded Cobra Beer, his time as president of the CBI during the pandemic, his British Asian identity and whether Brexit is going very well.

248. Baroness Lynda Chalker

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former cabinet minister Baroness Chalker about her remarkable life in frontline politics, losing her mum when she was only a teenager, working with Margaret Thatcher - and being pegged by Iain as the next prime minister!

247. Jon Sopel

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and co-host of the podcast The News Agents about the US election, his career at the BBC, his biggest interviews, hopes and regrets - and much more.

246. Dov Forman

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0100

To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to Dov Forman, social media creator and great-grandchild of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert.

245. Lord Eric Pickles

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Lord Pickles ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day. They discuss his role as Special Envoy for Post-Holocaust issues, how important it is to remember the Holocaust and his desire for a permanent memorial in Westminster.

244. Wendy Chamberlain

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Liberal Democrat Chief Whip Wendy Chamberlain about keeping her MPs in check, her former work in the police and being in a relationship with someone from a different political party.

243. Nigel Evans

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons Nigel Evans about the challenges of being largely neutral in his role, his relationship with former speaker John Bercow, being accused and acquitted of sexual abuse and coming out as gay

Remembering Derek Draper

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 18:21:00 +0100

In this extra edition of All Talk, we look back to 2018 when psychotherapist and former political advisor and lobbyist Derek Draper joined Iain on his radio show to talk about his book CREATE SPACE. They discuss Derek's insights into how to live a happier, more fulfilling life and how to get the most out of your career. We remember Derek Draper, who died today at the age of 56.

242. John Crace

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to the Guardian's John Crace. They discuss the state of our political system, the art of satire and his struggles with addiction, as well as his book DEPRAVED NEW WORLD.

241. The Best of 2023

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Some of the best bits from Iain's All Talk interviews of 2023 - featuring LBC presenter Lewis Goodall, diplomat Lord Renwick, LGBT campaigner Peter Tatchell, British Ambassador to the U.S. Dame Karen Pierce, broadcaster and psychologist Dr Sian Williams, comedian and impressionist Steve Nallon, TV producer Rob Burley, economist Linda Yueh, The Sun's political editor Harry Cole, Radio X presenter Johnny Vaughan, anti conversion therapy campaigner Jayne Ozanne, journalist Carolyn Quinn, former Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger and the one and only Cliff Richard.

240. Cliff Richard

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 01:00:00 +0100

A festive treat. Iain Dale interviews Cliff Richard live at the Hammersmith Apollo in London about his childhood, all the stars he's met over the years, who he'd like to collaborate with next and so much more.

For Iain's full story about interviewing Cliff, go to iaindale.com!

239. Kevin Day

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews comedian, writer and podcaster Kevin Day. They discuss tribalism in football, Kevin getting thrown out of university and starting out in comedy as a working class lad… and the ego all comedians need in order to be successful.

238. Alan Rusbridger

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Prospect Magazine editor, and former Guardian editor, Alan Rusbridger about his love for journalism, making changes at the Guardian, the shifting sands in broadcasting and his relationship with Julian Assange.

Remembering Alistair Darling

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 21:24:00 +0100

In this bonus edition of All Talk, we look back to 2011 when former Chancellor Alistair Darling joined Iain on his radio show to talk about his book BACK FROM THE BRINK. They also discuss his relationship with Gordon Brown, the financial crash and the fate of the Eurozone. We remember Alistair Darling, who died today at the age of 70.

237. Carolyn Quinn

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Carolyn Quinn about starting out in radio, her career at the BBC, impartiality, diversity on the radio and the gender pay gap.

236. Jayne Ozanne

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews evangelical Christian and Chair of the Ban Conversion Therapy Coalition about whether the UK is going in the right direction on LGBT rights, Jayne's experiences with the Church and coming out and whether Justin Welby is still the right man to be the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Due to a technical issue, there are very short periods in which the sound quality changes. The discussion is so insightful, we've left those bits in.

235. Sir Nicholas Mostyn

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to retired High Court judge Sir Nicholas Mostyn. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2020 and speaks about his experiences, as well as engaging with callers about their lives too.

234. Julia Hobsbawm

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews writer, broadcaster and networker Julia Hobsbawm about the importance of confidence, public speaking, mixing with all sorts of people, growing up with a well-known father and much more.

233. Jamie Driscoll

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews the Mayor of the North of Tyne area Jamie Driscoll. They talk about how Labour blocked him from standing again under their banner, breaking into politics, how to lead on a local level and now raising his young boys to argue well.

232. Steve Barclay

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks to Health Secretary Steve Barclay for the Policy Exchange - live from the Conservative Party Conference.

231. Nigel Fletcher

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political historian Nigel Fletcher about British opposition leaders over time - those who missed out on being Prime Minister, as well as Nigel's own experience of being an opposition leader in a council. What are the challenges of opposition? What's the boundary between opposition and protest? It's all through the lens of Nigel's new book THE NOT QUITE PRIME MINISTERS.

230. Steve Richards

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political journalist and broadcaster Steve Richards. They discuss the huge political moments which changed the course of history over the last eighty years - detailed in his new book TURNING POINTS: CRISIS AND CHANGE IN MODERN BRITAIN FROM 1945 TO TRUSS.

229. Ros Atkins

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Ros Atkins about his career in news, his skill in explaining complex ideas and events in simple terms and his new book 'THE ART OF EXPLANATION: HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH CLARITY AND CONFIDENCE'.

228. Johnny Vaughan

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Johnny Vaughan about his unique show on Radio X, whether he misses telly, what it takes to be an LBC presenter, his tastes in music and literature, and the tricky subject of listener complaints!

227. Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn and former General Secretary of Unite Len McCluskey, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk contemporary politics and Jeremy's next steps, but they also discuss their new poetry book 'Poetry for the Many: An Anthology'.

226. Sir John Curtice and Brian Taylor

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews legendary polling expert Sir John Curtice and Scottish political broadcaster Brian Taylor. They talk all things politics - the current state of play, how things might shift before the next election and what the hot button issues are for the British public. There's even a bit of singing too.

225. Humza Yousaf

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss the SNP's turmoil, filling Nicola Sturgeon's shoes, the racial prejudice he's faced throughout his career... and there are four interruptions!

224. Jess Phillips

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Labour MP and Shadow Domestic Violence and Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what issues matter to the public, Keir Starmer vs Rishi Sunak, whether she'll keep her brief in a reshuffle, the Barbie Movie and much more besides.

223. Polly Toynbee and Peter Hitchens

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews columnists Polly Toynbee and Peter Hitchens, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. It gets heated as they discuss the downfall of marriage in the UK, whether Brexit is going well, how to write a column and much more.

222. Vince Cable

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Leader of the Liberal Democrats Vince Cable, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what went wrong in the coalition, privatising Royal Mail, the challenges of leading a smaller party and whether he's an 'apologist' for the Chinese government - as well as loads more!

221. Harriet Harman

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Labour MP Harriet Harman about the privileges committee investigation into Boris Johnson, the death of her husband Jack Dromey and the challenges overcome by women in Westminster.

220. Alex Salmond and David Davis

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Alba Party Leader Alex Salmond and former Brexit Secretary David Davis, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk Scottish politics, whether Brexit could have gone better... and their unusual political friendship.

219. Nicola Sturgeon

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. No topics are off-limits and they talk all things SNP; the current turmoil, the record of her government, how Humza Yousaf is getting on... and much more besides.

218. Wes Streeting

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Shadow Health Secretary and Labour MP Wes Streeting, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about Wes's spat with the SNP's Stephen Flynn, whether Wes is 'right wing', and his book ONE BOY, TWO BILLS AND A FRY UP: A MEMOIR OF GROWING UP AND GETTING ON.

217. All Talk Live: The Best Bits!

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0100

See this as a tasting menu for the delights to come, in thirteen All Talk interviews recorded in front of a live audience at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Featuring Mick Lynch, Jess Phillips, Alex Salmond and David Davis, Nicola Sturgeon, Chris Mullin and Sasha Swire, Wes Streeting, Harriet Harman, Polly Toynbee and Peter Hitchens, Penny Mordaunt, Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey, Sir John Curtice and Brian Taylor - finishing with Humza Yousaf. Enjoy!

The full episodes will all be released over the next few weeks.

216. Chris Mullin and Sasha Swire

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews writer and former MP Chris Mullin alongside acclaimed author Sasha Swire about their passion for political diarism. It's a conversation bursting with great anecdotes culled from the corridors of Westminster, as well as plenty of takes on the current state of politics too.

215. Penny Mordaunt

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about her unique role in the Coronation, whether the Tories can win the next election, connecting with the public and how to argue well in the House of Commons, and much else!

214. Mick Lynch

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews General Secretary of the RMT union Mick Lynch, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about Mick's youth growing up in multicultural West London, becoming active in trade unionism, Keir Starmer's missions, the RMT's ongoing dispute over pay and plans to shut train ticket offices, class conflict and much more besides.

213. Harry Cole

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political journalist and author Harry Cole about his work as political editor of The Sun, dealing with the different Downing Street administrations over recent years, how to deal with slow news days and what's coming next in British politics.

212. Linda Yueh

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews economist and author Dr Linda Yueh about growing up in Taiwan and the United States, how to manage a country's economy, the overlap between political and financial crises and her book THE GREAT CRASHES: LESSONS FROM GLOBAL MELTDOWNS AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM.

211. Kieran Maguire

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews academic and podcaster Kieran Maguire about his career making football finance make sense, whether there's too much money in the beautiful game... and a surprise phone call from a certain former prime minister. His podcast is THE PRICE OF FOOTBALL. [Recorded in a spacious living room.]

210. Viv Groskop

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews journalist and comedian Viv Groskop about the importance of confidence to success in various careers, the thrills and challenges of being on stage and being proud of your roots. It's all part of her new book HAPPY HIGH STATUS: HOW TO BE EFFORTLESSLY CONFIDENT.

209. Rory Carroll

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews The Guardian’s Ireland correspondent about his career in journalism as a foreign correspondent. They also talk his new book KILLING THATCHER, which Iain describes as his Book of the Year. Its focus is the IRA bombing of The Grand Hotel in Brighton in 1984, but it’s about so much more than that too.

208. Rob Burley

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews television producer Rob Burley about the rise of political TV, whether a 'tough' interviewing style is always right, the relationship between producers and presenters and some fascinating stories from his new book WHY IS THIS LYING BASTARD LYING TO ME?

207. Faiza Shaheen

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews inequality academic and author Faiza Shaheen about social mobility, running to be an MP, diversity in politics and her new book KNOW YOUR PLACE: HOW SOCIETY SETS US UP TO FAIL AND WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT.

206. Chris Mullin

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews diarist and former Labour MP Chris Mullin about the newly released fourth volume DIDN'T YOU USE TO BE CHRIS MULLIN?, which covers political events between 2010 and 2022. They discuss the sheer volume of changes during that period - including the highs and lows of the Conservative Party with its four leaders and the tumult in the Labour Party under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.

205. Ben Kentish

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Ben Kentish about how to be a lobby journalist, building and maintaining relationships with politicians and advisers... and being a 'pain in the arse' at school.

204. Baroness Helena Kennedy

Wed, 31 May 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Baroness Helena Kennedy about her life as a lawyer tackling violence against women and girls, the difficulty of balancing political views with legal work... and her unique role in the Coronation of King Charles III.

203. Steve Nallon

Wed, 24 May 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews impressionist and writer Steve Nallon about the tricks of his trade as a voice artist, the easiest public figures to impersonate and how he's adapted his repertoire over time. They also discuss Steve's new novel for young people THE TIME THAT NEVER WAS.

202. Alvin Felzenberg

Wed, 17 May 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews American author and historian Alvin Felzenberg about getting to know numerous US presidents, including Ronald Reagan and the Bushes, working on the 9/11 Commission and how he would rank American leaders throughout history.

Introducing: Unprecedented

Mon, 15 May 2023 15:38:00 +0100

Brexit, Covid, Partygate, lockdowns, leaks, the war in Ukraine, a cost-of-living crisis and the scandals that plagued our politics. Guto Harri was in the room when the big decisions were made. In this podcast, expect unprecedented access behind the shiny black door of Number 10 Downing Street, during one of the most chaotic periods in British political history.

Guto was Boris Johnson’s Communications Chief. When he first walked over the Number 10 threshold, things weren’t normal. A set of circumstances, scandals and chaos that will never be repeated. It was unprecedented.

Episode one out now on Global Player.

201. Njambi McGrath

Wed, 10 May 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews comedian and actor Njambi McGrath about her career in comedy, the damage done by the British Empire and her book THROUGH THE LEOPARD'S GAZE, which details her harrowing but inspiring childhood in Kenya.

200. Tim Marshall

Wed, 03 May 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews foreign affairs journalist and author Tim Marshall about his time as a TV correspondent, the personalities and characters he's met throughout his career covering major international events, as well as his new book THE FUTURE OF GEOGRAPHY: HOW POWER AND POLITICS IN SPACE WILL CHANGE OUR WORLD.

199. Julia Langdon

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews veteran journalist and writer Julia Langdon. They discuss the challenges of breaking into journalism, forming relationships with politicians and the wide variety of people Julia has interviewed. She's gone toe-to-toe with then Archbishop of Canterbury Robert Runcie, Chinese revolutionary leader Deng Xiaoping and the poet Ogden Nash, among many others. Also, she once caught out Jeffrey Archer doing a fake American accent...

198. Len McCluskey

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews trade unionist and campaigner Len McCluskey. They discuss his childhood in Liverpool, taking on Margaret Thatcher's government and how unions have changed over the years, as well as the challenges from his time as General Secretary of Unite. Len's book is ALWAYS RED.

197. Tim Bale

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews political academic Professor Tim Bale about whether being impartial helps or hinders his work, the influence of 'celebrity' Brexiteers, the highs and lows of the Conservative leadership contest and his book THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY AFTER BREXIT: TURMOIL AND TRANSFORMATION.

196. Dr Sian Williams

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews NHS psychologist and broadcaster Dr Sian Williams about moving from news presenting to counselling, how to handle anxiety, stress and trauma, as well as her book RISE: A FIRST-AID KIT FOR GETTING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES.

195. Alistair Griffin

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin. They discuss the start of his musical career as a busker in York, how he was mentored by Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, as well as the inspiration behind some of the songs on his latest album FOREVER TODAY: A TRIBUTE TO ROBIN GIBB.

194. Nick Gibb

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Conservative MP and Schools Minister Nick Gibb. They discuss how he got into politics, whether he's afraid to have a row with headteachers and whether he'll achieve what he wants to achieve before the next election.

193. Zoe Williams

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Guardian columnist and author Zoe Williams. They discuss her upbringing, whether Oxbridge is what it's cracked up to be, how to write a column and the kind of people she dreads to interview.

192. Dame Karen Pierce

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale is in Washington and interviews Dame Karen Pierce, British Ambassador to the United States. They discuss a day in the life of a diplomat, as well as the importance of the 'special relationship', the Northern Ireland protocol and how the American people responded to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

191. Arthur Smith

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Arthur Smith. They discuss when Arthur found out he was funny, the feeling when a show goes wrong and the power of the Edinburgh Fringe. Arthur's stage show MY FIRST 75 YEARS IN COMEDY is playing at the Pleasance Theatre in London.

190. Peter Tatchell

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews the equality campaigner Peter Tatchell, in the week of the 40th anniversary of the Bermondsey by-election, often described as the dirtiest, most violent and most homophobic election in Britain since 1945. They discuss Peter's inspiration for a lifetime of campaigning, gay marriage in the UK and the most evil person Peter has ever met.

189. Lord Robin Renwick

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former British Ambassador to the United States, Lord Renwick. They discuss the policies and vision of President George H.W. Bush, in comparison with many other US Presidents, as well as Lord Renwick's own varied and fascinating career. It's all based around his new book A TRUE STATESMAN: GEORGE H.W. BUSH AND THE 'INDISPENSABLE NATION'.

188. Michael Chessum

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews left wing activist and commentator Michael Chessum about his views, philosophy and political activism, based around his new book THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING: MAKING OF A NEW LEFT, FROM ANTI-AUSTERITY TO THE FALL OF CORBYN.

187. Tim Farron

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem leader Tim Farron about his book A MUCKY BUSINESS: WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD GET INVOLVED IN POLITICS. This is Tim’s second appearance on the podcast. Scroll down the episode list to listen to his first appearance, where he talks about his life and political career.

186. Donald Macintyre

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to veteran political journalist Donald Macintyre about his life and career as a Labour editor, political editor and foreign correspondent

185. Lewis Goodall

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Lewis Goodall, co-presenter of the News Agents podcast and presenter of LBC’s Friday evening show. He talks about his background in Birmingham, students days at Oxford, how he got into journalism and his various roles at the BBC and Sky News.

184. Sebastian Payne

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Sebastian Payne, who was recently appointed the new director of the Onward think tank after a decade in political journalism with The Guardian, Spectator and the Financial Times. He has written two books, BROKEN HEARTLANDS and THE FALL OF BORIS JOHNSON.

183. Alan Johnson

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Labour cabinet minister Alan Johnson about his post political life and his new novel, ONE OF OUR MINISTERS IS MISSING. He also talks about the state of the Labour Party and the modern breed of trade union leaders.

182. The Best of 2022: Part 2

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +0100

More of the best of All Talk from 2022, Iain chats to amongst others, Michael Brown, David Dimbleby, John Stapleton and Cliff Richard!

181. Sir Cliff Richard

Sun, 25 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to his favourite singer of all time, Sir Cliff Richard. They discuss his new album, Cliff at Christmas, his rivalry with Stormzy, why he still tours at the age of 82, plus all aspects of his 8 decades in the music industry. They also discuss his ideal Christmas and his religious views. And don’t forget to buy the new album!

180. The Best of 2022: Part 1

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 01:01:00 +0100

In this best of All Talk from 2022, Iain speaks to Tony Blackburn, Andrew Adonis, Shelagh Fogarty, Martin Stanford, Neil Kinnock, Steve Allen, Nick Robinson,

Shola Mos Shogbamimu, Harvey Proctor & Simon Wooley

179. Theo Usherwood

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LBC’s political editor Theo Usherwood about his life, career in print journalism and then broadcasting. Theo talks about the challenges of covering politics in the modern digital age and speaks movingly of his near death experience after contracting Covid in the early days of the Pandemic.

178. Mark Oaten

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 10:48:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem MP Mark Oaten about his life, career and the events which led to his political downfall.

177. Roger Mosey

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 01:18:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Roger Mosey about his career in broadcasting. Starting off in 1980 as a reporter on BBC Local Radio, Roger rose through the BBC ranks to edit PM, World at One and Today, before becoming Controller of Radio Five Live, Director of TV News and Head of Sport. He directed the TV coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. He is now Master of Selwyn College, Cambridge.

176. Frances O’Grady

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to outgoing general secretary of the TUC Frances O’Grady about her life and career in the trade union movement.

175. Ben Shepherd

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to TV host Ben Shephard about his life in broadcasting, his love for West Ham, hosting Good Morning Britain and Tipping Point, Mary from Coronation Street’s love for HIM and his new book called HUMBLE HEROES.

174. Ann Widdecombe

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Ann Widdecombe about her life and political career, including her various forays into reality TV and pantomime, as well as her books, socially conservative views and why she left the Conservatives to stand for the Brexit Party.

173. Sir Simon Hughes

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 01:32:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem deputy leader Sir Simon Hughes about his life in politics. Simon was a Liberal and then Liberal Democrat MP from 1983 – 2015, representing the Bermondsey area of Southwark. They talk about the coalition, his post MP life and about his sexuality.

172. John Stapleton

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to legendary broadcaster John Stapleton about his career in journalism and broadcasting.

Bonus : David Dimbleby

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to legendary broadcaster David Dimbelby about his memoir, KEEP TALKING and his life and career in broadcasting.

171. Lucy Beresford

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to psychotherapist, broadcaster and writer Lucy Beresford. Explicit.

Bonus : Esther Dale

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:50:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to his auntie Esther about her life and their families. Her husband, John, was Iain’s father’s brother. Born in 1936, She remembers things going back to the age of two and has lived a very happy life in the farming world in Essex and North Devon, where she lives now, near to two of her three children.

170. Peter Kyle

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Hove & Portslade, Peter Kyle, about his childhood, dyslexia, being gay, his work ethic, and what it’s like to share an office with Wes Streeting.

169. Ben Wallace

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Defence Secretary Ben Wallace at a fringe meeting at the Conservative Conference in Birmingham, organised by the think tank, Onward.

168. Michael Brown

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Michael Brown about his early life, his 18 years as an MP and how he rebuilt his career after losing his seat in 1997.

167. Claire Fox

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:18:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Baroness Claire Fox about her life, her past in the Revolutionary Communist Party, Living Marxism, the Institute/Academy of Idea, the Brexit Party, her time as an MEP and her membership of the House of Lords.

166. Owen Jones & Ash Sarkar

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

165. Rory Bremner

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

164. Sir Tim Rice

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode, Iain talks to Sir Tim Rice and they cover everything from how he first met Andrew Lloyd Webber to which of his own productions does he still enjoy seeing the most?

163. Jeremy Corbyn

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain speaks to former leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn.

162. Jess Phillips

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain is joined by Jess Phillips, Member of Parliament for Birmingham Yardley since 2015. A member of the Labour Party, she has been Shadow Minister for Domestic Violence and Safeguarding in Keir Starmer's Opposition.

161. Mary Beard

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

160. Angela Rayner

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain speaks to Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and MP for Ashton-under-Lyne since 2015, Angela Rayner.

David Starkey

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this podcast, Iain talks to historian, presenter and author David Starkey.

Keir Starmer

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Nicola Sturgeon

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:03:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. This is his headline-grabbing conversation with Scottish First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon.

Ruth Davidson

Sat, 13 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. His second guest was former Scottish Conservative leader, Ruth Davidson.

Rory Stewart

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next three months we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. One a week each Wednesday. His first guest was former Conservative MP and co-host of the Rest is Politics podcast, Rory Stewart.

Revisit : Joan Rivers

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 13:25:00 +0100

Ten years ago Iain Dale interviewed legendary comedienne Joan Rivers. She was to die only two years later. So here’s one from the archives. Prepare for your cheekbones to ache.

BONUS: Conservative leadership candidate Kemi Badenoch

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:43:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and former minister Kemi Badenoch.

BONUS: Conservative leadership candidate Tom Tugendhat

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:37:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committe Tom Tugendhat.

BONUS: Tory leadership candidate Penny Mordaunt

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:45:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and International Trade minister Penny Mordaunt.

BONUS: Conservative leadership candidate Nadhim Zahawi

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:41:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi.

BONUS: Conservative leadership candidate Grant Shapps

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 19:26:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and Transport Secretary Grant Shapps.

Lord Simon Woolley

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 19:53:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Simon Woolley, now Lord Woolley of Woodford, about his new autobiography, SOAR: MY JOURNEY FROM COUNCIL ESTATE TO THE HOUSE OF COMMONS.

Harvey Proctor

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Harvey Proctor about his life and career. They discuss his eight years in parliament which ended in 1987 and spend the second half of the podcast discussing the allegations made against him by Operation Midland and the years it has taken to clear his name. It’s at times a difficult listen, with some tears along the way.

Dr Shola Mos Shogbamimu

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to author and broadcaster Dr Shola Mos Shogbamimu about her views, her life, campaigning, faith and beliefs.

Clive Bull

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews his colleague and LBC late night legend Clive Bull about his life and career in radio.

Mark Seddon

Wed, 25 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Tribune editor and United Nations correspondent Mark Seddon about his life and career. Iain and Mark were at university together, and they have a few anecdotes to tell!

Nick Robinson

Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Nick Robinson about the world of radio and television news coverage, the skills of presenting, his reporting from Ukraine and much else besides. A video version of this interview can be found on the LBC Youtube channel.

Steve Allen

Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to legendary LBC presenter Steve Allen about radio, his life, career, celebrity, and much else in an emotional two hour roller coaster of a conversation. Prepare for some tears.

Nina Myskow

Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to journalist and broadcaster, Nina Myskow. She started her career on Jackie Magazine in the 1970s and then became a TV critic and star judge on the TV talent show New Faces.

Neil Kinnock

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale and Neil Kinnock talk for two hours about the life, politics and career of the man who so nearly became Prime Minister. They talk about his upbringing and education in South Wales, his period as leader of the opposition, the Miners strike, dealing with Militant, his relations with Margaret Thatcher and John Major, the 1992 election campaign and they conclude by discussing Neil’s new role as carer to his wife Glenys, who has alzheimers. You may think two hours is too long for a podcast. See what you think when you’ve got to the end!

Jo Phillips

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interview writer and broadcaster Jo Phillips. Iain credits Jo with being being the one person without whom he would not be in radio. She worked at LBC in the 1970s as Michael Parkinson’s producer, was the editor of Five Live’s Sunday Service, and now commentates on politics. She tells the horrific story of being stabbed in north London ten years ago and how she has recovered from it.

Gawain Towler

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Gawain Towler who spent fifteen years as Director of Communications for UKIP, the Brexit Party and Nigel Farage.

Lisa Aziz

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LBC News Breakfast Show presenter Lisa Aziz about her near 40 year broadcasting career at Radio City, the BBC, TVam, Sky News and LBC.

Martin Stanford

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LBC News presenter Martin Stanford about his broadcasting career, including his 25 years on Sky News.

Darren Adam

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LBC Overnight Presenter Darren Adam about his career in radio, and obsession with living in Iceland. Oh, and Abba.

James Macintyre

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to journalist James Macintyre about his life and experience of mental health.

Edward Adoo

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, DJ, radio presenter and Routemaster obsessive (!), Edward Adoo

Sir Ed Davey

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0100

In a deeply personal interview (well, the second half is…) Iain Dale talks to the Liberal Democrat Leader, Sir Ed Davey, about his new book THE BATTLE FOR LIBERAL BRITAIN, but they also talk more widely about his career in politics. What it’s like to be a minister, his approach to leading the LibDems, how the party can differentiate itself, the challenges of caring for his disabled son, his role in the Post Office Counters scandal and much more besides.

Sir Craig Oliver

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the host of the DESPERATELY SEEKING WISDOM podcast Sir Craig Oliver, who was David Camerson’s Director of Communications from 2011-2016 and who spent twenty years at ITN and the BBC where he ended up as editor of the Ten O’Clock News.

Adam Boulton

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews Adam Boulton about his forty year career in political broadcasting.

Shelagh Fogarty

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LBC presenter Shelagh Fogarty about her career in broadcasting, her home city of Liverpool, her religion, her politics and much else besides. And they have a lorra lorra laughs along the way.

Jon Craig

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Sky News Chief Political Correspondent Jon Craig about his 40 years in the Westminster lobby.

Tom Lines Explains Ukraine

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Tom Lines called into Iain Dale’s radio show one evening and gave a brilliant five minute tutorial on the history of Ukraine. He was so good that dozens of listeners emailed, texted and tweeted to ask if they could hear more from him. So Iain invited him to record a podcast and this is the result. They talk about the history of Ukraine and the current situation.

Barney Jones

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Barney Jones who was editor of first Breakfast with Frost (1993-2005) and The Andrew Marr Show (2005-2015) and is now Professor of Broadcast Journalism at City University.

Andrew Adonis

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Labour Peer Lord Andrew Adonis about Brexit, his time as a policy adviser to Tony Blair, being a cabinet minister under Gordon Brown, his childhood in foster care, how his mother abandoned him at the age of three, and why he decided to be open about his sexuality.

Tony Blackburn

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to veteran DJ and broadcaster Tony Blackburn about his life and career in radio.

Kathleen Stock

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 01:00:00 +0100

In an interview taken from his LBC Radio show, Iain Dale talks to Professor Kathleen Stock about her experience over the last year after she was taken to task by students at the University of Sussex for her views on Trans rights. She resigned her academic position as a result.

The Best of 2021

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0100

A selection from the best All Talk interviews in 2021, including Tim Rice, Nicky Campbell, Stephen Pound and David Amess.

Nathan Law

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Hong Kong Freedom campaigner Nathan Law, who has now had to seek political exile in this country following threats from the Chinese authorities in Hong Kong.

James Naughtie

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:55:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to James Naughtie about his career in the lobby and on radio, including his 21 years presenting the Today Programme. And yes, he tells the full story of the Jeremy ‘Hunt’ moment…

Sian Berry

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Sian Berry, former co-leader of the Green Party about her life in politics and why green issues are so important.

Angie Greaves

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Smooth Radio Drivetime presenter Angie Greaves about her career in broadcasting.

Geoff Hoon

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP and Defence Secretary Geoff Hoon about his life and career in politics.

Stewart White

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster Stewart White, who has just stepped down as lead presenter on BBC Look East after 37 years. They talk about his career at the BBC, his experience of fronting a regional news show and changes in broadcasting over the years.

Barry Gardiner

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Barry Gardiner, the Labour MP for Brent North, about his life and career in politics.

Andrew Mitchell

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 01:05:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP and former Cabinet Minister Andrew Mitchell about his life and political career, as well as his very funny new book BEYOND A FRINGE.

Gavin Barwell

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talked to Theresa May’s former Chief of Staff, Gavin Barwell, about his two years in the job and his new book CHIEF OF STAFF: NOTES FROM DOWNING STREET.

Michael Cockerell

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks to award winning political documentary maker Michael Cockerell about his journalistic career making original documentaries about prime ministers and political leaders, and his new book UNMASKING OUR LEADERS.

Fi Glover & Jane Garvey

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcasters, and the presenters of the Fortunately podcast, Fi Glover and Jane Garvey about radio, life and their new book DID I SAY THAT OUT LOUD?

Peter Allen

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster Peter Allen about his upbringing and his career in the media as a local newspaper journalist, emigrating to Australia, joining LBC in its infancy, the joys of radio over TV and then his long career at BBC Radio 5 Live, where he spent four years presenting the Breakfast show and 16 years on Drive.

Baroness Liz Barker

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Liz Barker about her life working in the Liberal Democrats, the House of Lords, the coalition and why she found it so difficult to come out.

Mike Read

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Mike Read about his career in radio and TV, his love of poetry and Rupert Brooke in particular as well his brief foray into the world of politics.

Patrick Thompson

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Patrick Thompson, who was Conservative MP for Norwich North 1983-1997 (and Iain’s first boss) about his childhood in Essex and Yorkshire, his teaching career, how he got into politics and his experiences as a Member of Parliament.

Gillian Shephard

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Norfolk MP and Cabinet Minister under John Major, Gillian Shephard, now Baroness Shephard of Northwold, about her Norfolk upbringing and her political career.

Alistair Burt

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Alistair Burt, who served as Conservative MP for Bury North from 1983-1997 and North East Bedfordshire from 2001-2019. He was a minister at the Department of Social Security, the Department of Health and latterly at the Foreign Office.

Sir Tim Rice

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Britain’s leading musical lyricist Sir Tim Rice about his life, career and love of music.

Kevin Maguire

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to journalist and broadcaster Kevin Maguire about his career as an industrial correspondent, political editor, radio host and half of the TV duo with Andrew Pierce. They talk about the state of modern journalism and his love of Sunderland FC.

Lutalo Muhammed

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to Olympic silver medallist Lutalo Muhammed about his love of Taekwondo, winning two Olympic medals, commentating on Tokyo for the BBC and much more besides.

Phil Hendren (Dizzy Thinks)

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 11:07:00 +0100

Iain Dale spends an hour with the blogger formerly known as ‘Dizzy Thinks’ as they reminisce about the heyday of independent blogging from 2005-2010 and why blogging was usurped by Twitter. He talks about his career in the world of IT and tech and explains the challenges of being a parent to an autistic daughter.

Sparks – Ron & Russell Mael

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 11:43:00 +0100

Iain Dale talk to two of his musical heroes, Ron & Russell Mael, better known as SPARKS. Their career spans five decades and there is a new documentary about them which is in cinemas this week by Edgar Wright called THE SPARKS BROTHERS. Iain talks to them about the documentary, their music and their special relationship with the UK, and much more besides.

BONUS Unite the Union General Secretary Hustings

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 21:28:00 +0100

Iain Dale is joined by candidates for the position of General Secretary for Unite the Union Sharon Graham and Gerard Coyne. Candidate Steve Turner declined to appear.

Jonathan Reynolds

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Stalybridge & Hyde & Shadow Work & Pensions Secretary Jonathan Reynolds about his life, his family, his religion and what he wants to achieve in politics. Oh, and how he’d like to play centre forward for Sunderland.

Chris Grayling

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Chris Grayling about his life, politics and ministerial career and asks how the jibes of ‘failing Grayling’ affect him.

Owen Paterson

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 21:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP Owen Paterson, a year on from his wife taking her own life. It's an open, frank discussion about the impact suicide can have on family members, and the importance of spotting the signs early and seeking the right help. Iain and Owen take calls from listeners about their experiences.

Tim Farron

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron about his life and career in politics. It’s a very wide-ranging interview and includes lots of personal examination, not least on his Christian faith and why it cost him the Liberal Democrat leadership. Iain also asks him very directly about his views on gay sex and whether he considers it a sin.

A Gay & A Non Gay

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the hosts of the ‘A Gay & A Non Gay’ podcast James Barr (Gay) and Dan Hudson (Non Gay). They delve into the podcast’s success and various gay related issues, and have a good laugh along the way.

Introducing 'I've Been Thinking with Peter Frankopan'

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100

Hi, All Talk listener We’ve got another brand new podcast we think you’ll enjoy. ‘I’ve Been Thinking’ is a new weekly show hosted by Peter Frankopan. As well as being a best-selling author (Silk Roads), Professor of Global History and Oxford and voted as one of the World’s Top 50 Thinkers, Peter uses this podcast to speak with some incredible guests looking at topics from around the world that help understand and explain the past, present and future. Guests include former Director of the FBI James Comey and Chinese artist & activist Ai Weiwei. This is a taster of what you can expect from the show. If you like what you hear please search for I’ve Been Thinking with Peter Frankopan on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.

Greg Clark

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the Conservative MP for Tunbridge Wells (he’s Iain’s own MP) about his childhood in Middlesbrough, how he got into politics, his time as Business Secretary and THAT select committee hearing with Dominic Cummings. And much else besides.

Geoff Norcott

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to comedian Geoff Norcott about his book WHERE DID I GO RIGHT: HOW THE LEFT LOST ME and his life in comedy. He tells of the challenges of being a right wing comedian and talks about his career in teaching and growing up in South London.

Stephanie Moore

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 21:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Stephanie Moore, the wife of the late legendary footballer Bobby Moore, about her husband's struggle with bowel cancer, and the need for a wider awareness of the disease. Stephanie speaks about The Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research UK, which raises vital funds for research into bowel cancer. Iain and Stephanie take calls from listeners, alongside Sophia Lowe, Health Information Manager at Cancer Research UK.

Michael McManus

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to political biographer and playwright Michael McManus about his life in the world of politics, books and theatre. Michael’s new play MAGGIE & TED is about to be launched on a short run at the Garrick Theatre. He worked for Sir Edward Heath as Private Secretary for many years and shares his insights into the former Prime Minister’s character. He also talks about his biography of former Liberal Leader Jo Grimond and his history of homosexuality in the Conservatives Party, ‘Tory Pride & Prejudice’

BONUS: Ben Rhodes and Mitchell Reiss

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:43:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Obama and author Ben Rhodes, plus former US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland Mitchell Reiss, on his LBC show.

Introducing 'If It Bleeds It Leads'

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Hi All Talk fans – we have a new True Crime podcast we think you’ll enjoy called ‘If It Bleeds It Leads’ Could you be a criminal? What separates the way you think, from the criminal mind? Join the world’s leading professor of criminology, Prof. David Wilson and star of Silent Witness Emilia Fox as they discover what’s really going on behind some of the most notorious crimes. What do you do with have-a-go heroes who try to stop you robbing a bank? What's it like inside an escalating prison riot? And how do you deal with Britain’s most infamous hitman telling you he's been ordered to kill you? In this podcast series you’ll hear from offenders, the police, crime experts and investigators as we delve into the workings of the criminal mind. Here’s a sneaky peak and the first Episode drops on Monday 14th June. If you like what you hear search for ‘If It Bleeds It Leads’ on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.

Jerry Hayes

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to criminal barrister and former Conservative MP for Harlow (1983-1997) about his life in the law, politics and the media. Warning: be prepared for some fruity/sweary language.

Edwina Currie

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative minister Edwina Currie about her life, politics, writing and broadcasting. They talk about the fallout from her affair with John Major, the eggs affair, her childhood in Liverpool and her life after politics. Believe us, you’ll love this one.

Gillian Reynolds

Wed, 26 May 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to veteran radio reviewer Gillian Reynolds about her career in journalism covering the radio sector. Gillian has been a radio reviewer for The Guardian, the Daily Telegraph and the Sunday Times for more than 50 years. She was also part of the team which set up Radio City in Liverpool.

Sir David Amess

Wed, 19 May 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP Sir David Amess about his political career and his book AYES & EARS: A SURVIVOR’S GUIDE TO WESTMINSTER

Peter Riddell

Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Financial Times and Times political journalist and commentator Peter Riddell about his life in journalism and the politicians he has encountered. They talk about his latest role as Commissioner for Public Appointments and what it’s like to be an older Dad.

Steve Richards

Wed, 05 May 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, writer, author and creator of Rock ‘n’ Roll Politics, Steve Richards about his life as a political journalist and what it’s like to perform in a political stage show.

Konstantin Kisin

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the co-star of the Triggernometry Youtube Channel and podcast, Konstantin Kisin. They talk about his journey from Russia to England, how he got into standup comedy and how lockdown has impacted his future career plans.

Stephen Pound

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:06:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Stephen Pound, who represented Ealing North from 1998-2019. It’s an anecdote-tastic episode of All Talk with lots of laughs and more than a few revelations – not least who Gordon Brown threw a mobile phone at, and the role Stephen played in the Profumo affair at the age of 15. And if that doesn’t get you listening, nothing will.

BONUS: Alex Salmond

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 20:57:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews former Scottish First Minister and leader of the new Alba Party Alex Salmond on his LBC show, as part of a series of interviews with Scottish party leaders.

Baroness Tina Stowell

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Tina Stowell about her background and education and how it has affected her career. She talks about working at the British Embassy in Washington, in the Number Ten Press Office under John Major, working as Deputy Chief of Staff to William Hague, her life at the BBC, her peerage and subsequent appointment as leader of the House of Lords and her time as chair of the Charity Commission.

Seema Kennedy

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:12:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Seema Kennedy about her time as an MP and her role in the Levelling Up Goals initiative.

Nigel Kahn

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale speaks to Nigel Kahn about his West Ham obsession and how it’s affected his life and family. This is not a football podcast, or a podcast about West Ham (well, it is at times!) but the conversation takes many an unexpected, and often emotional turn. Nigel was born in Plaistow and grew up in Canning Town and Barking. He was a perpetual truant and he explains how West Ham provided him with an escape, both in his school days and since. Nigel writes about football and is a member of the ‘Moore Than Just a Podcast’ team. This is the longest ever Iain Dale All Talk podcast, at just over two hours. Even if you’re not a West Ham fan, we guarantee you’ll find yourself sticking with it to the end!

Denis MacShane

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Denis MacShane about his life and career in the media and politics. They discuss his family background, the tragic death of his daughter, his years as a red, left wing activist in journalism and the unions, his entry into the political world, his years as a Foreign office minister, the Rotherham child grooming scandal, his fall from grace in the expenses scandal and what it was like spending 7 weeks in prison. This is the longest All Talk interview yet.

Cheryl Baker

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Cheryl Baker about her life and career as a singer in the group Bucks Fizz, and now The Fizz, including her memories of winning the Eurovision Song Contest 40 years ago with MAKING YOUR MIND UP.

Justine Greening

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:58:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Cabinet Minister Justine Greening about her life and career in politics, including how she said ‘no’ to Theresa May, her coming out by tweet, the levelling up agenda and much more besides.

Nicky Campbell

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, presenter and author Nicky Campbell about his new book ONE OF THE FAMILY: WHY A DOG CALLED MAXWELL CHANGED MY LIFE, his career in broadcasting, his love of dogs and the appeal of his hit TV show, LONG LOST FAMILY.

Gillian Keegan

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Chichester MP Gillian Keegan about her life and career in and outside politics, and her role as Minister for Apprenticeships & Skills. They trawl back through her upbringing in Liverpool and business career as well as indulge in a lot of laughs and very amusing anecdotes towards the end!

Jane Garvey

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:08:00 +0100

Iain talks to broadcaster Jane Garvey about her life and her radio career on BBC local radio, 5 Live and Radio 4 as well as the impact of the Fortunately podcast.

Andrew Kennedy

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Conservative Party Agent Andrew Kennedy about the job and challenges of being a party agent. Andrew grew up in a working class community on Merseyside and with brief sojourns on HMS Canberra and in Sydney he has been an agent for thirty years. He talks about being gay in the political world and the challenges of running seven different Conservative Associations in Kent.

Iain Dale ‘On the Couch with Richard Sefton’.

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 18:23:00 +0100

This is a pilot episode of a podcast called ‘On the Couch’, hosted by mental health professional and counsellor Richard Sefton. It gets quite emotional as Iain talks about his life experiences and mental health.

Michael Crick

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to political journalist, broadcaster and author Michael Crick about his life and career in the media, and what might have been if he had gone into politics.

James Comey

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former FBI Director James Comey about his new book Saving Justice.

Matt Forde

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews standup comedian, broadcaster, interviewer, impressionist and all round funny guy Matt Forde. They also talk about his book Politically Homeless.

Peter Dickson

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Peter Dickson, the country’s leading voiceover artist and the voice behind X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. He has had an extraordinary career in radio and TV and has just published a memoir, “Voiceover Man”. He started life in Northern Ireland before moving to London to work on Radio 1 and Radio 2 before moving into the world of voiceovers. A man with a wonderful voice and brim full with anecdotes about personalities like Steve Wright and Simon Bates, Peter Dickson is one of the most entertaining people Iain has interviewed on the podcast.

The Best of 2020

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 12:27:00 +0100

A collection of the best All Talk interviews from 2020.

Wes Streeting MP

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Ilford North and Shadow Schools Minister, Wes Streeting. In a wide ranging and very personal conversation Wes talks about his background, his education, his unconventional family, the extent of his political ambition, and how his sexuality has been impacted by his faith.

Caroline Flint

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Caroline Flint about her life and political career. In an intensely personal conversation she talks about how she’s coped with losing her seat, her family background, her ministerial career and how political friendships have been shattered over Brexit.

Paul Embery

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to trade unionist Paul Embery about his time with the Fire Brigades Union, why Labour has lost its working class roots, and his new book DESPISED: WHY THE MODERN LEFT LOATHES THE WORKING CLASS.

Jonny Oates

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to LibDem Peer and former chief of staff to Nick Clegg in the Coalition years, Jonny Oates, now Lord Oates about his book I NEVER PROMISED YOU A ROSE GARDEN. He talks movingly about running away to Addis Ababa as a 15 year old, his work in Zimbabwe and South Africa and his career as a public affairs consultant. He discusses how the coalition came into being, what it was like working for Nick Clegg, and where the Liberal Democrats go from here.

Peter Cardwell

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to former Government Special Advisor Peter Cardwell about his life as a special advisor to four cabinet ministers and his new book THE SECRET LIFE OF SPECIAL ADVISERS.

Chris Bryant MP

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:09:00 +0100

In an intensely personal conversation Iain Dale talks to Chris Bryant about his life, career, motivations, reputation and books. They spend the last part of the interview discussing his new book ‘The Glamour Boys’. This is one you won’t want to miss.

Christian Wolmar

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 07:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to transport journalist and activist Christian Wolmar about his journalism, influences and career, and his campaign to be Mayor of London in 2016, during which he and Christian had a falling out.

Bonus : Cliff Richard

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 21:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale achieves one of his lifetime ambitions and interviews Sit Cliff Richard for a whole hour. They discuss his life, career, music and the allegations that nearly ruined his life, but fought back against. They discuss his religion, and how he intends to spend the rest of his life. Let’s get ‘Wired for Sound’…!

Sir Vince Cable

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Sir Vince Cable about his life, politics, being LibDem leader, his fascination with ballroom dancing and his new book CHINA ENGAGE.

Austin Mitchell

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 01:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Austin Mitchell who served as Labour MP for Great Grimsby from 1977 to 2015. They talk about his political and broadcasting careers, his love of photography and his new book on J B Priestley’s wartime broadcasts.

John Kampfner

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to the former New Statesman editor about his career in journalism and his new book WHY THE GERMANS DO IT BETTER.

Steve Baker MP

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP for Wycombe, Steve Baker, about his life in politics, why he became an MP, the Brexit debate and his role in it, his period as a Brexit Minister, his religious faith, his love of skydiving and his near death experience, and whether he would accept a ministerial job in a reshuffle and who his political heroes are.

Margot James

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0100

In a deeply personal conversation, Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Margot James about her life, career in politics, sexuality and whether there’s life after leaving Parliament.

Sir Richard Evans

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to one of the country’s most eminent historians, Sir Richard Evans, who also happened to be Iain’s history tutor at university. He is the country’s leading authority on the Nazis and has written a new book on Nazi conspiracy theories, THE HITLER CONSPIACIES: The Third Reich and the paranoid imagination. They venture far and wide in a warm and personal conversation.

Will Young

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain is joined by Pop Idol winner Will Young, who talks about his career, takes calls from listeners and discusses his new book 'To be a gay man'

Douglas Murray

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to the writer Douglas Murray about his life, career, books and beliefs

Gyles Brandreth

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0100

The 3rd episode of a digital edition of Iain Dale: All Talk at the Edinburgh fringe, Iain is in conversation with Gyles Brandreth - writer, broadcaster, actor, former MP and Lord Commissioner of the Treasury.

Alastair Campbell

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0100

In the second of 3 All Talk episodes as part of an Edinburgh digital fringe, Iain Dale talks to Alastair Campbell and covers topics from Brexit, to Coronavirus, mental health and leadership. Also, Alastair reveals his sleeping habits, why he wants to be fluent in German and the reasons he hasn’t rejoined Labour.

David Davis

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0100

In the first of 3 All Talk episodes as part of an Edinburgh digital fringe, Iain Dale talks to David Davis and covers topics from the government handling of the Coronavirus pandemic, to David's career in Theresa May's cabinet. Also, what happened when David & Iain flew in a helicopter and the pilot let David take the controls...

Daniel Forrester

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Daniel Forrester is an American entrepreneur and political commentator. He also happens to be Iain Dale’s best friend. They talk about the power of friendship, meeting your heroes, their relationships with their fathers and how they’ve stayed friends despite rarely seeing each other. It’s the kind of emotional and personal conversation that only best friends can have. Expect a few revelations, a lot of laughs and also a few tears (from both of them) along the way.

Yasmin Alibhai-Brown

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to top columnist and commentator Yasmin Alibhai-Brown about her life, views and career. She’s in a very reflective mood. They talk at length about her violent and difficult childhood in Uganda, what Britain means to her, how she deals with social media abuse and much more besides. It’s Yasmin as you’ve never heard her before.

BONUS: Iain addresses male rape and sexual assault on his LBC show

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 21:44:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain addresses male rape and sexual assault on his LBC show

Tom Harris

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Telegraph columnist and former Labour MP, Minister and award-winning blogger, Tom Harris.

Andrea Leadsom

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale has a deeply personal conversation with former Cabinet Minister and two time Conservative leadership contender about her life, career and time in politics.

BONUS: Beijing's cover-up of its human rights abuses against the Uighur community

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 16:17:00 +0100

Iain Dale covers Maajid Nawaz's Saturday afternoon show. Recent footage has surfaced on social media showing Uighur people being bussed out of their region to wo as forced labour in factories across the country during the coronavirus pandemic. Iain asks, how can this be stopped?

Senator James McGrath

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

James McGrath is a Senator in the Upper House of the Australian Parliament, representing Queensland. He started out in political life in Westminster, working for the Conservatives and then becoming Deputy Director of Boris Johnson’s first London mayoral campaign. He gives some very honest analysis of Boris Johnson’s qualities and failings, goes into detail about the art of political campaigning, and has some interesting thoughts on Kevin Rudd, Julia Gillard and Malcolm Turnbull and the viscerality of Australian politics.

Tim Montgomerie

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to Conservative polemicist Tim Montgomerie about his life in politics, his religious beliefs, the creation of ConservativeHome, being chief of staff to Iain Duncan Smith and what he wants to do next.

Chris Mason

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to political journalist and presenter Chris Mason about his career in broadcasting, what it’s like presenting ‘Any Questions’, how Coronavirus has affected broadcasting, his sense of imposter syndrome and whether regional accents are a bonus or a hindrance to a successful career in broadcasting.

BONUS: Iain takes your calls on his LBC show about your adoption experiences

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 21:41:00 +0100

BONUS: Iain takes your calls on his LBC show about your adoption experiences

Simon Marks

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks to Simon Marks, LBC’s Washington Correspondent about his career in radio and television, working for LBC in the early days, life at Radio Luxembourg and ITN, and how he came to found his international news network Feature Story News. If you’re interested in the business of news or are a bit of a radio geek, you’ll love this hour long conversation.

BONUS: Getting Together

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 08:30:00 +0100

In this podcast for the Jo Cox Foundation, Jacqui Smith and Iain Dale talk about the Great Get Together weekend, their own friendship and why public discourse is at an all time low.

Tracey Crouch MP

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain talks to the popular Conservative MP Tracey Crouch about her life before politics, how she got elected, being Sports Minister and the importance of family life. And she nearly reveals for the first time how she voted in the European referendum. And we find out whether she would give up a cabinet job as Secretary of State for DCMS to play one game for her beloved Tottenham Hotspur.

Liam Halligan

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0100

Iain spends an hour with top economics commentator, broadcaster and author, Liam Halligan. Liam is a columnist for the Sunday Telegraph and broadcasts about economic and business matters. He is the author of CLEAN BREXIT and HOME TRUTHS.

BONUS: Interview with Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:52:00 +0100

BONUS: Interview with Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG

BONUS: Denise Headley, aka 'Denise in Enfield', joins Iain on his evening show.

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 11:16:00 +0100

BONUS: Denise Headley, aka 'Denise in Enfield', joins Iain on his evening show.

Andrew Marr

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 12:54:00 +0100

In the first of a new series of podcast interviews with leading political and media figures, Iain interviews BBC broadcasting legend Andrew Marr about his career in journalism and broadcasting. Andrew talks about his love of painting, the difficulties of broadcasting in a Covid 19 world and they discuss the art of the political interview.

The City trader who quit his job to fight ISIS

Wed, 27 May 2020 13:44:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This week Iain speaks to the former City trader Macer Gifford who spent three years fighting with the YPG against Isis in Syria. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

David Petraeus on Military Command, Brexit and Donald Trump

Tue, 19 May 2020 23:30:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an interview with General David Petraeus from December 2018 - a leading military figure in Iraq and Afghanistan under George W Bush. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Ed Balls on Brexit, Norwich City and Strictly Come Dancing

Tue, 12 May 2020 23:55:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features two interviews with Ed Balls from 2016 - discussing Brexit, Norwich City, his time in politics and on Strictly Come Dancing. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Motor Neurone Disease and Gordon Aikman

Tue, 05 May 2020 23:54:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an LBC show from 2015 with Gordon Aikman, who died from Motor Neurone Disease aged 31. He tells his story via diary entries and interview, followed by Iain's tribute to him after he passed away. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Psychics and Mediums

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:46:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an hour on psychics and mediums, from the archives of Iain's LBC show from 2012. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Election Nights

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 23:56:00 +0100

Jim Bleat for Prime Minister

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 23:07:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features 'Jim Bleat for Prime Minister' by Margaret Woodhouse - a children’s book on politics. It seeks to explain politics and elections to children in a unique and entertaining story about how a sheep becomes prime minister. Iain published it as a book and audiobook through his company Politico’s in 2000. Each chapter is read by a UK politician – John Redwood, Martin Bell, Charles Kennedy, Teresa Gorman and Harriet Harman. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Politico's with Margaret Thatcher and Gyles Brandreth

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 23:30:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode is from a literary dinner held at The Savoy in April 2002 to mark the fifth anniversary of Politico’s. Margaret Thatcher was the guest of honour, Gyles Brandreth was master of ceremonies and there were speeches by Iain Dale, Sir John Nott, Sir Bernard Ingham and Professor Peter Hennessy. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Sir Keir Starmer on Labour leadership and Coronavirus

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 23:48:00 +0100

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Sir Keir Starmer KCB QC about coronavirus, political opposition and his bid to become Labour's next leader. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Nicolas Pelham on the press, coronavirus and being trapped in Iran

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 00:37:00 +0100

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Nicolas Pelham about his extraordinary story of being trapped in Iran. On the day he was due to fly back to London he was detained by intelligence officials from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and prevented from leaving the country for seven weeks Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Keith Simpson and Sir Norman Lamb at UEA

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 00:04:00 +0100

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Keith Simpson and Sir Norman Lamb. Keith Simpson is a British Conservative Party politician and military historian who served as Member of Parliament for Broadland from 2010 to 2019, having previously served as the MP for Mid Norfolk from 1997 to 2010. Sir Norman Lamb is a British Liberal Democrat politician and solicitor. He was the Member of Parliament for North Norfolk from 2001 to 2019 and chair of the Science and Technology Select Committee from 2017 to 2019. Lamb was a candidate in the 2015 Liberal Democrats leadership election. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Michael Foot on Journalism, Iraq and Labour Leadership

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:45:00 +0100

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Michael Foot, who was a British Labour Party politician who served as Labour Leader from 1980 to 1983. Foot began his career as a journalist on Tribune and the Evening Standard. He co-wrote the 1940 polemic against appeasement of Adolf Hitler, Guilty Men, under a pseudonym Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

The Political Classics

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 00:09:00 +0100

Ann Widdecombe on politics, fame and working with Iain

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 03:27:00 +0100

Kenneth Clarke on the House of Commons, Nottinghamshire and Valentine's Day

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 08:25:00 +0100

Tony Blair on Brexit, leadership and referendums

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 02:32:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks with Tony Blair in 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Donald Trump on The Apprentice, success and achievements

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 04:05:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks with Donald Trump in 2012. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Andrew Doyle, Grace Campbell, Matt Forde and Konstantin Kisin

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 04:12:00 +0100

Iain Dale talks with comedians Andrew Doyle, Grace Campbell, Matt Forde and Konstantin Kisin about getting into comedy, it's intersection with politics - and their take on the political stories of 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Alan Johnson on Labour, polling and his childhood

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:00:00 +0100

Alan Johnson is a British Labour Party politician who served as Home Secretary from June 2009 to May 2010. Before that, he filled a wide variety of cabinet positions in both the Blair and Brown governments, including Education Secretary, Health Secretary and Home Secretary. He was in the House of Commons until 2017. He wrote a memoir, This Boy: A Memoir of a Childhood, telling the story of his childhood. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Heidi Allen and Layla Moran on changing parties, career aspirations and poverty

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 03:30:00 +0100

Heidi Allen is a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for South Cambridgeshire from 2015 to 2019. Initially elected as a Conservative, she resigned from the party in February 2019, joining and later serving as leader of Change UK. Layla Moran is a British Liberal Democrat politician. She has served as the Member of Parliament for Oxford West and Abingdon since the 2017 general election. She was re-elected in 2019. Moran studied Physics at Imperial College London and worked as a maths and physics teacher before becoming an MP. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Paul Gambacini on Radio, the Metropolitan Police and Operation Yewtree

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:53:00 +0100

Paul Gambaccini is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom, known as "The Great Gambo" and "The Professor of Pop" from his days at Radio 1. He is currently the presenter of “Pick of the Pops” on BBC Radio 2 on Saturday afternoons. Inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in 2005, Gambaccini is the author of more than 15 books. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Neil and Christine Hamilton discuss Resilience, Partnership and UKIP

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 02:25:00 +0100

Neil Hamilton is a British politician, non-practising barrister, and former teacher. He has been a UK Independence Party (UKIP) Member of the National Assembly for Wales for the Mid and West Wales region since 2016. His wife Christine and he went on to become media celebrities. Christine Hamilton is an English media personality and author. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Anne Diamond and Nick Owen discuss TV-AM

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 03:21:00 +0100

Anne Diamond is a British journalist and broadcaster. She hosted Good Morning Britain for TV-am and the similarly titled Good Morning... with Anne and Nick for BBC One, both with Nick Owen as her co-presenter. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Johnny Mercer on Defence, Elections and Boris

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 04:05:00 +0100

John Luther Mercer is a British politician who has served as the Conservative MP for Plymouth Moor View since the 2015 general election. He is a former British Army officer and an author. In 2019, he was made a minister in the Ministry of Defence in the government led by Boris Johnson. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Brandon Lewis and Eric Pickles on Brexit, getting into Politics and Social Media

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 03:56:00 +0100

Brandon Kenneth Lewis CBE PC is a British Conservative Party politician who has served as Minister of State for Security and Deputy to Home Secretary Priti Patel for EU Exit and No Deal Preparation since July 2019. Eric Jack Pickles is a British Conservative Party politician who was the Member of Parliament for Brentwood and Ongar from the 1992 general election to the 2017 general election and was the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government until May 2015. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Christopher Biggins on Comedy, Show Business and Higher Powers

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 04:26:00 +0100

Christopher Biggins is an English actor and television presenter, best known for his role as Lukewarm in the BBC sitcom Porridge. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Fi Glover and Sarah Smith on the Gender Pay Gap, Fortunately and Boris

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 04:54:00 +0100

Fi Glover is a British BBC journalist and presenter who currently presents the Fortunately Podcast with Jane Garvey, The Listening Project for BBC Radio 4, Shared Experience for BBC Radio 4 and My Perfect Country for the BBC World Service. Sarah Smith is a Scottish radio and television news reporter with the BBC. She holds the post of Scotland Editor and also presents the BBC Radio 4 Today programme. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Kate Adie and Yasmin Alibhai Brown on Journalism, Freedom and the Law

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 04:09:00 +0100

Kate Adie and Yasmin Alibhai Brown are two of the UK's top journalists. Kate Adie was chief news correspondent for BBC News between 1989 and 2003, during which time she reported from war zones around the world. Yasmin Alibhai Brown is a regular columnist for the i and the London Evening Standard, she is a well-known commentator on immigration, diversity, and multiculturalism issues. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Sadiq Khan on Policing, Trump and Surviving Brexit

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:17:00 +0100

Sadiq Khan is a British politician who has served as Mayor of London since 2016. He was previously the Member of Parliament for Tooting from 2005 until 2016. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Dame Louise Casey & Jacqui Smith on Political Positions and Fields of Wheat Moments

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 04:30:00 +0100

Dame Louise Casey is a British government official working in social welfare. She was the deputy director of Shelter in 1992, head of the Rough Sleepers' Unit (RSU) in 1999, a director of the national Anti-Social Behaviour Unit (ASBU) in 2003, head of the Respect Task Force in 2005 and the UK's first Victims' Commissioner in March 2010. She became director general of Troubled Families on 1 November 2011. Jacqui Smith is a British Labour politician. She was the Member of Parliament for Redditch from 1997 until 2010, the first female Home Secretary and the third woman to hold one of the Great Offices of State, after Margaret Thatcher (Prime Minister) and Margaret Beckett(Foreign Secretary). Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Jo Swinson on Power, Privilege and Politics

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 04:17:00 +0100

Jo Swinson CBE is a British politician from Scotland serving as Leader of the Liberal Democrats since 2019. She is the first woman and the youngest person to hold the position. She has been the Member of Parliament for East Dunbartonshire since 2017, having previously held the seat between 2005 and 2015. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Kirsty Wark on Losing Parents, Boris and Mental Health

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 03:40:00 +0100

Kirsty Wark is a Scottish journalist and television presenter, best known for fronting BBC Two's news and current affairs programme Newsnight since 1993. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Christiane Amanpour on journalism, CNN and the future

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 04:09:00 +0100

Christiane Amanpour is a British-Iranian journalist and television host. Amanpour is the Chief International Anchor for CNN and host of CNN International's nightly interview program Amanpour. She is also the host of Amanpour & Company on PBS. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Bonus: Dominic Raab

Sat, 12 Oct 2019 09:50:00 +0100

Dominic Raab is a senior British politician serving as First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs since July 2019. Raab served in the British Cabinet as Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union in 2018, until his resignation. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Len McClusky on Trade Unions, Casual Workers and the future of Great Britain

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 05:15:00 +0100

Len McClusky is a British trade unionist. He is General Secretary of Unite the Union, the largest affiliate and a major donor to the Labour Party. As a young adult, he spent some years working in the Liverpool Docks for the Mersey Docks and Harbour Company, prior to becoming a full-time union official for the Transport and General Workers' Union (T&GWU) in 1979. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Bonus: The Conservative Party Conference on Socialism

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:26:00 +0100

In this bonus edition of Iain Dale All Talk, Iain is at a fringe event from the Conservative Party conference that he chaired. Hear their balloon debate: Socialism – Future or Failure put on by the Institute of Economic Affairs and the Taxpayers Alliance. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Nicholas Soames on Churchill, Brexit and Mugabe

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:56:00 +0100

Nicholas Soames is a British politician serving as the MP for Mid Sussex since 1997. He was Minister for State for the Armed Forces from 1994 to 1997. And he is the grandson of Winston Churchill. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

David Starkey on history, naughtiness and homosexuality

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:02:00 +0100

David Starkey is a well-known radio and television personality, first appearing on television in 1977. While a regular contributor to BBC Radio 4, his acerbic tongue earned him the sobriquet of "rudest man in Britain". Starkey has presented several history documentaries. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Tony Abbott on Brexit and being Prime Minister

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 16:09:00 +0100

Tony Abbott is an Australian politician who served as the 28th Prime Minister of Australia from 2013 to 2015 and leader of the Liberal Party from 2009 to 2015. He served as Leader of the Opposition from 2009 to 2013, and as Member of Parliament (MP) for Warringah from 1994 to 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Jess Phillips on feminism, online abuse and knifing Jeremy Corbyn

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 04:40:00 +0100

Jess Phillips was appointed Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS) to Lucy Powell, then Shadow Education Secretary, in September 2015 and In September 2016, she was elected chair of the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party (WPLP). Iain and Jess discuss the politics, her aspirations for Prime Minister, clashing with Diane Abbott and knifing Jeremy Corbyn ‘in the front’. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Sayeeda Warsi on Politics, Racism and Power

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 03:20:00 +0100

“In politics, if you get the platform to make a difference – rather than getting precious about the power you don’t have, use the power you do have” Sayeeda Warsi served in David Cameron’s Cabinet and was co-chairman of the conservative party from 2010 to 2012. She grew up in West Yorkshire, in a family of Pakistani Muslim immigrants – and trained as a solicitor with the Crown Prosecution Service before leaving to move into politics. Iain and Sayeeda discuss the conservative party, politics, racism and being in positions of power. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

John McDonnell

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 04:03:00 +0100

Iain Dale spends an hour with Labour’s Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell at the Edinburgh Fringe, in what turned out to be a headline making interview.

Sir John Curtice & Michael Crick

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 04:09:00 +0100

Iain Dale brought leading political psephologist Professor Sir John Curtice and top political journalist Michael Crick together at the Edinburgh Fringe to impart their unique insights into the current political situation. It was a sell-out audience and proved to be one of the best shows Iain hosted. Next week: John McDonnell

Bonus: Harvey Proctor

Sat, 24 Aug 2019 04:10:00 +0100

Four years ago former Tory MP Harvey Proctor was accused by a man the police called ‘Nick’ of sexually abusing him as a teenager. ‘Nick’ also accused Edward Heath, Leon Brittain and Field Marshall Lord Bramall of abusing him too. Harvey Proctor’s house was raided, he lost his job, his house and his livelihood. Iain interviewed him several times on LBC at the time and commissioned his book ‘Credible & True’. Eventually the Metropolitan Police admitted that Harvey had no case to answer and they launched criminal proceedings against ‘Nick’, real name Carl Beech. At the end of July he was found guilty of perverting the course of justice. Harvey Proctor’s story doesn’t end there. In midAugust Harvey came into the LBC studio. You will hear how the case has affected him and what he plans to do now, as well as his views on the behaviour of the Metropolitan police and about deputy Labour leader Tom Watson. At times, it’s an emotional listen.

Nicola Sturgeon

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 03:43:00 +0100

Iain Dale interviews First Minister Nicola Sturgeon at the Edinburgh Fringe at the Gilded Balloon. Next week: John McDonnell.

Trailer

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 13:27:00 +0100

Iain Dale All Talk Trailer