About this season
In a televised version of the popular podcast, Adam Fleming, Chris Mason, and guests chat about the stories behind the news.
Episodes (35)
1. Prime Minister Considers Bullying Report
Aired 20 April 2023
Sir Alex Allan, former adviser on ministersâ interests, joins Adam Fleming and Chris Mason to discuss the report into allegations that justice secretary Dominic Raab bullied staff.
2. 27/04/2023
Aired 27 April 2023
3. 11/05/2023
Aired 11 May 2023
Newscast and Eurovisioncast come together for a special episode. Hosted by Adam Fleming, MÄns Zelmerlöw, Nina Warhurst, Daniel Rosney and Ngunan Adamu.
4. Sewage Happens
Aired 18 May 2023
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey joins James Cook and Tina Daheley.
5. 25/05/2023
Aired 25 May 2023
6. The Atlantic Declaration
Aired 8 June 2023
Broadcaster Andrew Neil talks to Adam Fleming and Alex Forsyth about Rishi Sunakâs Atlantic Declaration. Also, international editor Jeremy Bowen has the latest on Ukraine.
7. The Partygate Report
Aired 15 June 2023
The Guardianâs Pippa Crerar and former Conservative adviser Salma Shah on the Partygate report, which says Boris Johnson deliberately misled the Commons over lockdown parties.
8. 22/06/2023
Aired 22 June 2023
Money expert Martin Lewis and education secretary Gillian Keegan join Adam Fleming to talk about the latest rise in interest rates.
9. Special Report of the Privileges Committee
Aired 29 June 2023
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason bring you the latest on Boris Johnson's allies being criticised by the Privileges Committee and the Court of Appeal decision on the government's Rwanda policy.
10. 06/07/2023
Aired 6 July 2023
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner speaks to Adam Fleming and Chris Mason about her party's education policy. Plus a discussion about the launch of a new social media app, Threads.
11. What next for the Murdoch empire?
Aired 21 September 2023
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason bring you the latest on Rupert Murdoch stepping down and the fallout from the PMâs net zero announcement.
12. Reacting to Laurence Fox's comments on GB News
Aired 28 September 2023
Adam and Chris meet GB News presenter Nana Akua to discuss the reaction to Laurence Fox's comments.
13. Why does the PM want to ban buying cigarettes?
Aired 5 October 2023
Why does Rishi Sunak want to ban people buying cigarettes? Chris Mason and Adam Fleming discuss.
14. David Baddiel on Israel and Antisemitism
Aired 12 October 2023
Adam is joined by comedian and author, David Baddiel, to discuss antisemitism in the UK.
15. Israel-Gaza: Lyse Doucet and Jeremy Bowen
Aired 19 October 2023
Chris Mason, Lyse Doucet and Jeremy Bowen on Rishi Sunak's visit to Israel.
16. AI: Nothing to 'Lose Sleep Over'?
Aired 26 October 2023
Adam Fleming and Alex Forsyth chat artificial intelligence with Professor Hannah Fry and Professor Gina Neff.
17. The Covid Inquiry Enquiries
Aired 2 November 2023
Discussing this week's evidence at the Covid Inquiry with Adam Fleming and Laura Kuenssberg.
18. Suella Braverman: Home Secretary Under the Hammer?
Aired 9 November 2023
Is Suella Braverman facing the sack? Adam and Chris talk through whatâs happening between the home secretary and Rishi Sunak.
19. A Week is a Long Time in Politics
Aired 16 November 2023
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason wrap up a whirlwind week in Westminster.
20. The Energy Price Cap with Martin Lewis
Aired 23 November 2023
Martin Lewis, the money saving expert, joins Adam Fleming and Chris Mason to chat about what the energy price cap means for consumers.
21. Sadiq Khan on Alistair Darling, COP and Xmas Trees
Aired 30 November 2023
Adam Fleming chats to Labour mayor of London Sadiq Khan about Alistair Darling, COP28, Ulez and the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree.
22. Sunak Defends Rwanda Plan
Aired 7 December 2023
Rishi Sunak defends his Rwanda plan. Adam Fleming and Chris Mason discuss the controversial bill and the Conservative reaction.
23. Parliament: End of Term Report
Aired 14 December 2023
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason look at the big questions hanging over Westminster as MPs prepare to break for Christmas recess.
24. Rwanda Bill Revolt (again)
Aired 11 January 2024
James Cook and Chris Mason talk to Robert Jenrick ahead of the Rwanda billâs return to parliament.
25. 18/01/2024
Aired 18 January 2024
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason take a look at whether the world is less safe.
26. Labour Leader Lessons from Lord Kinnock and a Traitor Joins
Aired 25 January 2024
Can Labour follow through on their poll lead and win a majority at the general election?
27. Has the Government Changed its Mind Over Tax Cuts?
Aired 1 February 2024
The chancellor says thereâs likely to be less scope for tax cuts in the Budget.
28. Keir Starmer's Big Green ÂŁ28bn U-turn
Aired 8 February 2024
James Cook and Chris Mason are joined by leader of the Scottish Labour Party Anas Sarwar.
29. Was The Recession Inevitable?
Aired 15 February 2024
Adam Fleming and Chris Mason on the UK falling into a recession, and is Taylor Swift the most influential person in the world?
30. Speaker Hoyle on the Brink, Shapps on Ukraine
Aired 22 February 2024
More than 60 MPs say they have no confidence in the speaker of the House of Commons.
31. Sadiq Khan on Sarah Everard Murder and Islamophobia
Aired 29 February 2024
An independent review finds Wayne Couzens should never have been a police officer.
32. Is There a 'Conspiracy of Silence' over Spending Cuts?
Aired 7 March 2024
Quizzing the pensions secretary the day after the Budget.
33. When Will the Election Be? (Not 2 May)
Aired 14 March 2024
The PM rules out vote on same day as local elections.
34. Waspi Women Get Stung Again?
Aired 21 March 2024
Waspi women, hit by state pension age rise, push for more compensation.
35. Huntâs Pension Promise: Triple Lock Will Be In Manifesto
Aired 24 March 2024
Laura and Paddy, along with Henry Zeffman chew over the week's political news.