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Novara LiveNovara LiveU.S President Donald Trump Humiliates Keir Starmer in ScotlandKeir Starmer has been humiliated in his meeting with Trump. Plus: an exclusive interview with Zarah Sultana on the New Left party; we speak to Robert Wright about AI; Gary Stevenson debunks media scares regarding a wealth tax. With: Michael Walker, Rivkah Brown, Zarah Sultana and Robert Wright. 2025-07-281h 05Talking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Starmer was EXPOSED in front of MPs | Could Farage really deport prisoners? | Why is the PM's team so secretive?What’s the problem at the heart of Nigel Farage's new prison pledge? And why was Keir Starmer so unprepared to talk poverty? With Tom Bradby away, Paul Brand joins Robert Peston to discuss that, plus:- Why Kemi Badenoch’s reshuffle may have surprised James Cleverly- Can the PM placate Donald Trump during his golfing holiday in Scotland?- Why are UK officials - unlike other nations - so reluctant to reveal details of the PM’s movements?Got a question for our Q&A show? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com2025-07-2324 minDan Wootton OutspokenDan Wootton OutspokenNIGEL FARAGE ACCUSES STARMER & RAYNER OF RIGGING ELECTION AFTER GIVING 16 YEAR OLDS VOTEGo to https://ground.news/outspoken to see through media bias and stay fully informed. Subscribe through my link for 40% off unlimited access this month. BREAKING RIGHT NOW: A devious bid by Slippery Starmer to fix the next general election, as he gives 16 and 17-year-olds, who cannot get a tattoo or use a sunbed under the law, the vote at general elections. It’s Labour’s last desperate bid to maintain power forever in a legal version of ballot box stuffing, but is this about to backfire given it’s Nigel Farage who young people are idolising in the politi...2025-07-171h 27Talking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy tearful Rachel Reeves presents a HUGE problem for Keir StarmerOn this episode of Talking Politics, Tom Bradby and Robert Peston dig into Labour’s governing woes and debate whether Sir Keir Starmer’s chancellor Rachel Reeves will pay the price.You can catch up with the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or on your favourite podcast platform.Got a question for Tom and Robert? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and we'll answer them on our Talking Politics Q&A show.2025-07-0236 minPolitical FixPolitical FixStarmer’s welfare woesSir Keir Starmer faced a huge rebellion from within his own party this week after scores of MPs opposed changes to make it tougher to collect some disability benefits. This episode — recorded just before the prime minister’s concessions on welfare reform — unpacks why the rebellion took place, what it says about Starmer’s leadership and where next for Labour. Host Miranda Green is joined by Stephen Bush and Jim Pickard — check out their recent articles below for fresh analysis on the government climbdown. Plus, FT chief foreign affairs commentator Gideon Rachman on Starmer’s performance at the Nato summit and the...2025-06-2735 minPolitical FixPolitical FixStarmer on standbyWill he? Won’t he? President Donald Trump has given little indication as to whether America will join in the conflict between Israel and Iran. So where does this leave the UK and its assets in the region? How does the prime minister play his hand with the president, and what does that mean for his relationship with his own party, especially given Labour's track record? Host George Parker is joined by the FT’s Middle East editor Andrew England, alongside regular guests Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green, to discuss Sir Keir Starmer's options.Follow George on B...2025-06-2027 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsQ&A: What's Starmer achieved as PM? Plus which MP should take a lie detector test?In this week's Q&A, Paul Brand and Robert Peston answer the political questions that matter to you, including:What has Keir Starmer achieved since he became PM?What can the government realistically do to bring the cost of living down?Why isn't financial, legal and political education part of the curriculum?Which MP would you pick to take a lie detector test?Catch up with the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or on your favourite podcast platform.Got a question for the team? Email us on talkingpolitics@itv.com or comment on our...2025-06-1323 minOh God, What Now?Oh God, What Now?Burnham down the house – Is Starmer really under threat?Seems like King in the North Andy Burnham fancies his chances of taking over Labour and giving the troubled government new direction. Is talk of a leadership fight just pot-stirring – or is Starmer in real trouble? And who else is in the frame? Plus, that video where maverick crimefighter Robert Jenrick chases faredodgers was roundly mocked. But is it smart politics in the Tories’ battle with Reform over the soul of Pissed-Off Britain? And in the Extra Bit for Patreon people, we read Sarah Vine’s Westminster tell-all so you don’t have to.  • Don’t miss the latest Cri...2025-06-061h 00The StandardThe StandardWill Keir Starmer’s defence review keep Britain safe?The London Standard’s defence editor Robert Fox joins us to discuss the government’s newly released strategic defence review.And in part two, he explains the latest on peace talks in Istanbul following Ukraine’s long-range drone attack on Russia on Sunday.https://www.standard.co.uk/comment/defence-review-keir-starmer-spending-donald-trump-b1230498.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-0213 minPolitical FrenemiesPolitical FrenemiesFarage Swings Left, Starmer Wobbles, and Jenrick Plays Cop | Political Frenemies #16Lib Dem campaigner Mathew Hulbert and ex-Tory adviser Chris Newton go head-to-head over Nigel Farage’s headline-grabbing pledge to scrap the two-child benefit cap—has Farage outflanked Labour on the left? The duo debate whether Keir Starmer is losing his cool as Reform UK surges, and they dissect Robert Jenrick’s viral vigilante moment on the tube. Is it bold leadership or just political theatre? Tune in for sharp takes, unlikely agreements, and classic political sparring.2025-05-301h 04NewscastNewscastThe Week: Starmer v Farage, Trump Tariffs and Political StuntsToday, Adam, Alex, James and Vicki discuss Keir Starmer’s attack on Nigel Farage saying he would “crash the economy”.And, in light of Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick filming himself confronting fare evaders on the London Underground, the team compare their most memorable political stunts. Plus, what does legal uncertainty around Trump’s tariffs mean for the UK-US trade agreement?You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online com...2025-05-3028 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Starmer's been walked into a winter fuel 'disaster'In this episode of Talking Politics, Paul Brand and Anushka Asthana discuss Labour's costly rethink of their winter fuel policy, plus: The leak from Angela Rayner that undermines Rachel Reeves's economic policyWhich Labour-held areas are set to be hardest hit by welfare cutsRobert Peston analyses the UK's 'reset' deal with the EU and why Keir Starmer's deal is far worse than the one Theresa May negotiatedWhether Starmer has futher alienated Brexit voters but without big political gainsCould MP support for the assisted dying bill be fading? Watch or listen to the latest episode of Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or...2025-05-2131 minThe Rest Is MoneyThe Rest Is MoneyWhy Starmer Didn’t Do Enough On EU TradeHow much richer will Starmer’s EU reset make us? Why didn’t he negotiate for goods what he agreed for food? And will his energy deal with Brussels help or hurt British manufacturers? Robert and Steph dissect whether Starmer’s EU deal really is a “win win”. We appreciate your feedback on The Rest Is Money to help make the podcast and our partnerships better: ⁠⁠https://opinion-v2.askattest.com/app/41f5060f-0f52-45bc-bf86-bf3c9793618e?language=ENG⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get...2025-05-2031 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsQ&A: Will Keir Starmer sack Rachel Reeves?Could Prime Minister Keir Starmer really sack Chancellor Rachel Reeves before the next election?In this week's Talking Politics Q&A, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana answer that question and more, including:How are Labour 'putting money in people’s pockets' as they claim?Why is the government investigating whether to place a huge restriction on Cash ISAs?Why isn't Labour ramming the point home that Nigel Farage backed Liz Truss' mini budget?Why do politicians swear an oath to the monarch and not the public?Remember to subscribe to Talking Politics on YouTube or yo...2025-05-1625 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Starmer’s immigration comments are a 'catastophe' for LabourIn this episode of Talking Politics, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana deep-dive into the issue that has foxed successive governments for years: immigration.In light of Keir Starmer’s speech warning against the UK becoming a “nation of strangers”, the team discuss: How Starmer’s language compares with Enoch Powell’s infamous “River of Blood” speech in 1968Why Downing Street’s approach to the migration speech will come back to hurt the PMThe myths and misunderstandings at the heart of the immigration debateWhy successive governments have failed to handle the issue of migrationPlus Donald Trump’s influence on the...2025-05-1440 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsHow Trump's tariffs mess boosts Putin, the new gender politics and inside Robert Jenrick's WhatsApp groupIn this episode of Talking Politics, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss how Donald Trump’s humiliating climbdown in the global tariffs trade war has handed an advantage to Vladimir Putin in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.The trio also discuss: The new pressures on the US president and how it makes it harder for Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron and other European leaders to defend Volodymyr Zelenskyy from the White House. How damaged Donald Trump is politically from the economic damage sparked by his global tariffs. The fallout from the Supreme Court ge...2025-04-2336 minWie jetzt? Wie morgen? Der Zukunftspodcast aus der Robert-Jungk-BibliothekWie jetzt? Wie morgen? Der Zukunftspodcast aus der Robert-Jungk-BibliothekDie Zukunft Großbritanniens und 99 Thesen für die Europäische UnionIn dieser Folge behandelt Stefan Wally im Gespräch mit dem Experten für Sicherheits- und Europapolitik, Christos Katsioulis, die Zukunft Großbritanniens. Im zweiten Teil sprechen Carmen Bayer und Stefan Wally um die Zukunft der Europäischen Union und beziehen sich dabei auf die 95 Thesen, die Europa retten, aus dem Buch "Europe for Future" von Vincent Immanuel-Herr und Martin Speer. Seit knapp einem Jahr hat Großbritannien eine neue Regierung. Unter Premierminister Keir Starmer sucht das Vereinigte Königreich seinen Platz in Europa, auch wenn eine Rückkehr in die EU nicht auf der Agenda steht. Welche...2025-04-1737 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsExclusive: Keir Starmer addresses his AWKWARD past comments on Donald Trump and Vladimir PutinIn this episode of Talking Politics, we get an exclusive reaction from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer after we found an eye-opening clip from the ITV News politics podcast archive where he said he wanted Donald Trump out of power.Starmer made the comments to Paul Brand in 2020 for the Acting Prime Minister podcast, when he said he couldn’t choose between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin - and wanted to “change them both”.Robert Peston put those comments to the PM in a sitdown interview, while questioning Starmer on the UK’s response to the markets...2025-04-0926 minThe Lowdown from Nick CohenThe Lowdown from Nick CohenIs Starmer the right stuff to handle Trump crisis?Nick Cohen talks with Guardian political columnist and author Rafael Behr, @rafelbehr, a Lowdown regular, about Sir Keir Starmer, and asks Raf can the prime minister face down an erratic and increasingly unhinged US president?Labour's Comms issues and a hazardous future aheadRafael says Sir Keir Starmer needs to communicate properly with the British public about how it negotiates the dangerous future ahead, "They seem completely unable just to narrate what they're doing and why they're doing it in a way that would...2025-04-0747 minTimpul prezentTimpul prezentNoua dinamică a relațiilor transatlantice - o discuție cu Robert LupițuAu fost mai multe summituri pe tema apărării Europei în ultimele săptămîni, la Paris dar și la Londra, întîlniri în care s-au căutat soluții pentru întărirea apărării continentului dar și pentru susținerea în continuare a Ucrainei. Liderii europeni au vorbit despre „ReArm Europe”, apoi despre „Readiness 2030”. Despre securitatea și apărarea Europei în vremuri de reconfigurare a ordinii mondiale vorbim astăzi cu analistul politic Robert Lupițu, redactor-șef al platformei „Calea Europeană”. Cu ce ne-am ales pînă acum din aceste discuții, în privința securității...2025-03-3126 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Trump has rocked Starmer’s confidence''What happened in that conversation between Trump and Putin actually brings us quite close to a crunch moment for the British prime minister.''In this week’s Talking Politics, Tom, Robert and Anushka discuss:Why Donald Trump cosying up to Vladimir Putin could soon pop Keir Starmer’s newfound confidenceHow a Trump-Putin deal would see Downing Street’s Ukraine strategy unravelThe possible growth reboot for the British economy amid the defence spending hikeThe furious fallout from the government’s welfare reforms, both among listeners and inside LabourWhether Chancellor Rachel Reeves has lost control ahead of next week’s S...2025-03-1920 minCoffee House ShotsCoffee House ShotsIs Keir Starmer a Tory?Slashing the winter fuel allowance, maintaining the two child benefit cap, cutting international aid, cutting the civil service, axing NHS bureaucracy, possibly slashing welfare expenditure... you'd be forgiven for thinking the Conservatives were in power. But no, these are all policies pursued by the current Labour government. So on today's Saturday Shots Cindy Yu asks Michael Gove and James Heale, is Keir Starmer a Tory? While Michael admits to giving Starmer a 'painful' two cheers, he does say there is historic precedent for Labour governments enacting right-leaning measures: from Jim Callaghan's migration policies to the economic ones of...2025-03-1518 minBest of the SpectatorBest of the SpectatorCoffee House Shots: is Keir Starmer a Tory?Slashing the winter fuel allowance, maintaining the two child benefit cap, cutting international aid, cutting the civil service, axing NHS bureaucracy, possibly slashing welfare expenditure... you'd be forgiven for thinking the Conservatives were in power. But no, these are all policies pursued by the current Labour government. So on today's Saturday Shots Cindy Yu asks Michael Gove and James Heale, is Keir Starmer a Tory? While Michael admits to giving Starmer a 'painful' two cheers, he does say there is historic precedent for Labour governments enacting right-leaning measures: from Jim Callaghan's migration policies to the economic ones of...2025-03-1518 minPolitical FixPolitical FixStarmer’s ‘Project Chainsaw’: the NHS, Whitehall, welfare“The world’s largest quango is scrapped” – that’s how the government framed the abolition of the NHS management body this week. It was the latest target in Sir Keir Starmer’s so-called ‘Project Chainsaw’, his plan to streamline the state. Host Lucy Fisher is joined by FT colleagues Stephen Bush, Robert Shrimsley and Anna Gross to discuss the prime minister’s reforms and whether they will drive any improvement in public services. The team also discusses the Labour rebellion brewing over welfare cuts, plus the latest dramatic developments engulfing the Reform party.  Follow Lucy on Bluesky or X: @lucyf...2025-03-1447 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsQ&A: How far could Trump go before Starmer criticises him?In our first Talking Politics Q&A special, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana give the listeners the answers to their key questions, burning concerns and a few less serious queries, namely:What would tip the UK to realise Trump can’t be counted as ‘one of the good guys’?How would Ukraine joining NATO affect the outcome of the war and America?Why has Starmer backtracked on so many promises in his manifesto before the election?Why does the media not cover stories on the Liberal Democrats? What’s one political buzzword you absolutely hate?If you could rep...2025-03-1419 minMake Politics Boring AgainMake Politics Boring Again5 Questions: The Reform Party, Jeff Bezos, and Apple vs The GovernmentThis week I’m answering another five questions that you’ve sent in and we’re covering a range of topics as always, from the Reform Party, and Jeff Bezos controlling The Washington Post, to Apple fighting the UK government, and Keir Starmer increasing defence spending.Chapter:00:36 - Can the UK’s Reform Party establish themselves as a top-two party by the next general election?10:28 - Why is Keir Starmer prioritising defence spending over public services and foreign aid?14:05 - Why is Jeff Bezos telling the Washington Post to focus...2025-03-1331 minPolitical FixPolitical FixWill Starmer sink or swim in Trump’s world?Sir Keir Starmer has won plaudits from across the political spectrum for his handling of the rapidly growing rift between the US, Europe and Ukraine – but can the UK prime minister sustain this diplomatic balancing act? George Parker hosts a discussion that brings together US defence and foreign affairs correspondent, Felicia Schwartz, and Political Fix regulars Robert Shrimsley and Miranda Green.Follow George on Bluesky or X: @GeorgeWParker @georgewparker.bskyb.social, Miranda @greenmirandahere.bsky.social, Robert @robertshrimsley.bskyb.social @robertshrimsley, Felicia Schwartz @felschwartzWant more? Free links:  British politics has yet...2025-03-0734 minThe Rest Is MoneyThe Rest Is MoneyWas Starmer Right To Woo Trump?Robert returns from his trip to the US with the PM, to the mayhem of the collapse of relations between Trump And Zelenskyy. He and Steph assess the significance of Trump withdrawing support from Kiev. They also look at whether US/UK trade deals are on the cards, whether Starmer’s decision to slash aid to fund defence makes sense, and whether King Charles has just proved he is value for our money.Sign up to our newsletter to get more stories from the world of business and finance.Em...2025-02-2844 minPolitics Politics PoliticsPolitics Politics PoliticsStephen A. Smith For President? CPAC and America's Strained Relationship with Europe (with Claire Meynial)U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi recently released a set of documents titled the Epstein Files: Phase One, which were expected to shed new light on the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s extensive network and illicit activities. However, the heavily redacted documents primarily contained information already available to the public, leading to significant criticism.Following the document release, Bondi sent a stern letter to FBI Director Kash Patel, accusing the FBI’s New York field office of withholding thousands of pages of additional records related to the Epstein investigation. She stated that despite assu...2025-02-281h 05Talking PoliticsTalking PoliticsTHAT Trump Gaza video - and is Starmer serving America or Britain? Plus how politicians go viral on TikTok“I almost can’t believe it’s happening. I almost can’t believe it’s real.”In the latest Talking Politics, Paul Brand is joined in the pod studio by Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana and Digital Politics Reporter Lewis Denison as they react to Donald Trump sharing an unbelievably provocative new vision for Gaza.Political Editor Robert Peston then dials in from DC to discuss everything from the heavyweight challenges facing Keir Starmer in Washington to whether the PM is a secret Spurs fan...The team also take your questions, including whether Starmer can really p...2025-02-2625 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsDonald Trump turns on Zelenskyy - so what will Keir Starmer do next?"The big judgement for Starmer is whether he needs to show that European interest trumps the requirement to have a friendly relationship with America"As Donald Trump is accused of living in a "disinformation" bubble after he blamed Ukraine for Russia's invasion, the Talking Politics team explore the tricky position Prime Minister Keir Starmer finds himself in before his trip to Washington.While Ukraine continues to dominate discussion, Paul Brand, Robert Peston and Emma Murphy also talk about the latest scrutiny facing assisted dying legislation in England and Wales and its chances of becoming law.2025-02-1933 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsPM exclusive! Keir Starmer talks Trump, Ukraine and more with Peston“President Trump will make such calls as he thinks appropriate”In a special edition of Talking Politics, Robert Peston sits down with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to discuss Donald Trump’s phone call with Vladimir Putin, the prospect of peace negotiations to end the war in Ukraine and Britain’s role in that process.Robert and the PM also discuss the government’s plans to build new towns across the country, and an ITV News investigation into the fast-growing neo-Nazi network ‘Active Club England’.Got a question for the Talking Politics team? Email talkingpolitic...2025-02-1312 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWill Starmer defy 'mafia boss' Trump? Plus Peston's voice coach revelation“The number of complaints we got from viewers who hated my voice…”Robert Peston reveals to Tom Bradby and Anushka Asthana the early backlash he received and the steps he took to train his voice for broadcast in the latest Talking Politics as the team react to Keir Starmer’s own coaching - and whether it’s a problem for the prime minister or his opponents.The bulk of the team’s discussion focuses though on the far bigger issue for our prime minister: how the UK should react to Donald Trump’s shocking plans for Gaza.2025-02-0539 minThe Rest Is MoneyThe Rest Is MoneyWill Starmer Stop Musk's Meddling?Robert gives us his take on 'Starmer vs Musk' and Steph tells us why she thinks business rates are going to be a big problem this year. There’s also a discussion about misunderstood concepts in economics, first up: GDP. Plus we catch-up on the exciting post Steph and Robert received over Christmas. A clue: it involves a Clinton and a Truss.Sign up to our newsletter to get more stories from the world of business and finance.Email: restismoney@gmail.comX: @TheRestIsMoneyInstagram: @Th...2025-01-0936 minIslam ChannelIslam Channel"HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS FROM ALIEN CULTURES”, STARMER SLIPS IN RATINGS & GAZA WARThis episode of IC News covers the latest developments in Palestine as they continue to bear the brunt of Israel's offensive. Meanwhile, Robert Jenrick sparks backlash with his controversial comment on immigrants. Canada's Prime Minister ignites speculation about the countries next steps. France’s former president, Nicolas Sarkozy, is facing trial over allegations that his election campaign received illegal financing from Libya’s late leader, Muammar Gaddafi. Catch IC News on Islam Channel every weekday at 10pm and 12am. Fund...2025-01-0825 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsStarmer's 'honesty problem': Unforced error, or long-term strategy?Sir Keir Starmer has once again generated unfavourable headlines, by appearing to change his mind on whether women who were not told their pension age was increasing should be entitled to compensation. Was it poor planning in opposition, or is there a deliberate strategy behind all the bad news? Tom Bradby is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana to discuss.You can also watch Talking Politics episodes on YouTube and on ITVX.2024-12-1828 minBest of the SpectatorBest of the SpectatorThe Edition: Streeting vs Starmer, medical misinformation & the surprising history of phallic graffiti This week: Wild Wes. Ahead of next week’s vote on whether to legalise assisted dying, Health Secretary Wes Streeting is causing trouble for Keir Starmer, writes Katy Balls in the magazine this week. Starmer has been clear that he doesn’t want government ministers to be too outspoken on the issue ahead of a free vote in Parliament. But Streeting’s opposition is well-known. How much of a headache is this for Starmer? And does this speak to wider ambitions that Wes might have? Katy joins the podcast to discuss, alongside Labour MP Steve Race. Steve...2024-11-2143 minThe EditionThe EditionStreeting vs Starmer, medical misinformation & the surprising history of phallic graffitiThis week: Wild Wes.Ahead of next week’s vote on whether to legalise assisted dying, Health Secretary Wes Streeting is causing trouble for Keir Starmer, writes Katy Balls in the magazine this week. Starmer has been clear that he doesn’t want government ministers to be too outspoken on the issue ahead of a free vote in Parliament. But Streeting’s opposition is well-known. How much of a headache is this for Starmer? And does this speak to wider ambitions that Wes might have?Katy joins the podcast to discuss, alongside Labour MP Steve Race. Steve...2024-11-2143 minTalking PoliticsTalking Politics'The most pathetic PMQs' - and is Starmer vulnerable to what brought down the Democrats?Tom, Robert and Anushka dissect a PMQs they describe as 'pathetic' and 'embarrassing', and ask whether Starmer is at risk of losing the 'economic argument' in the same way Joe Biden and the Democrats appear to have done in the United States. They also discuss the challenges of the Assisted Dying Bill, and Starmer's recent trip to the COP29 climate summit. You can watch episodes of Talking Politics on ITVX and YouTube. And if you're enjoying the show please do subscribe on your podcast platform of choice!2024-11-1333 minThe Wealth ShowThe Wealth Show‘Starmer’s poll ratings have collapsed’ - Baroness Sayeeda Warsi on Labour’s first 100 days, the economy, and the Tory leadership electionThomas Tuchel replaced Gareth Southgate as England boss last week, and this guest claims that in the football world, Keir Starmer would also have been shown the door by now.   This special episode is brought to you live from the Wealth Manager Retreat 2024. Keynote speaker Baroness Sayeeda Warsi sits down with Zachariah Sharif to give her take on the upcoming budget, and the economic mismanagement of recent years.   Warsi also says the Tories should ‘stop dreaming about government’, and focus on becoming a considered, thoughtful opposition party, criticising Tory leadership hopefuls Robert Jenric...2024-10-2223 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsBudget takes shape, a lively disagreement on Taylor Swift, and is Starmer too 'weird' on camera?Tom Bradby is joined by Political Editor Robert Peston and Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana as they discuss further revelations about tax and spending plans in the Autumn budget. They also reflect on some of Starmer's awkward moments at the despatch box this week. Plus, they discuss the furore around the prime minister meeting with Taylor Swift behind the scenes at her concert. Should we be reporting on it? And should you care? Remember to hit subscribe so you don't miss out! You can also watch episodes of Talking Politics on ITVX and YouTube.2024-10-1630 minPolitical FixPolitical Fix100 days of Labour: Starmer’s stuttering startAs Labour reaches 100 days in government we take stock of how Sir Keir Starmer and his team have performed. Host Lucy Fisher is joined by Political Fix regulars Robert Shrimsley, Miranda Green and Jim Pickard to assess Labour’s stumbles – as well as its achievements – as the party gets to grips with power. The panel also examines what made it into Labour's flagship workers’ rights legislation – finally published this week. Plus, after the surprise elimination of moderate candidate James Cleverly from the Tory leadership race, how is the final stretch of the contest shaping up between rightwinge...2024-10-1138 minThe Daily TThe Daily TJenrick v Badenoch - who can beat Starmer?A shock result in the Tory leadership contest as James Cleverly is knocked out!Camilla and Kamal bring you the latest from the Tory leadership race after James Cleverly was knocked out in a hugely surprising result, leaving Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch to fight it out for the top job in the membership vote. Have the MPs got it right? And who’s best placed to take the fight to Labour?Plus, Prime Minister’s Questions is back after a hiatus for the party conference season. Keir Starmer struck a sharper and more...2024-10-0931 minPolitics UnpackedPolitics UnpackedStarmer's Freebie-GeebiesKeir Starmer's decision to repay some of the hospitality and gifts he received since entering No. 10 has reignited the discussion about freebies in political life.Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Robert Crampton and Janice Turner.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-0334 minDan Wootton OutspokenDan Wootton OutspokenTELL-ALL BOOK THREATENS TO REVEAL KEIR STARMER'S BIG SECRET AS MSM CONTINUE COVER UPA tell-all book is threatening to reveal Keir Starmer’s big secret, as the MSM remains stunned into silence as they become part of the cover up.But the Daily Mail’s Andrew Pierce has broken cover to say a bombshell book by Lord Ashcroft – who Dan revealed had previously been trying to expose the sensation has triggered alarm bells at Number 10.In his Digest, Dan provides the latest on the scandal the mainstream media knows about but won’t tell you about.Guido Fawkes boss Paul Staines and Father Calvin Robinson weigh in.2024-10-021h 04Political FixPolitical FixStarmer’s ‘weird’ week: from Liverpool to New YorkLabour’s conference in Liverpool should have been a celebratory event after its landslide win in the July election. Political editor George Parker, standing in for Lucy Fisher, is joined by Miranda Green and Robert Shrimsley to discuss why the mood was anything but triumphant. Plus, economics editor Sam Fleming explains how the government might increase capital spending despite Labour’s repeated warnings that the state coffers are empty; and chief foreign affairs commentator Gideon Rachman steps into the studio to assess Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s debut on the world stage at the UN general assembly this week. Lucy F...2024-09-2725 minThe FourcastThe FourcastWhat Starmer’s speech reveals about how Labour will change UKSir Keir Starmer has made his speech on the penultimate day of the Labour Party Conference, and his first as prime minister. He’s pledged “national renewal”, homes for all veterans who need them, and defended the unpopular cut to winter fuel payments.  At the centre of his speech was “change” that Labour will bring, but are we any clearer on what that vision is? What was the speech really about? Will it change the course of the government and how people think about the Labour Party? And did it touch on what people were really looking for from th...2024-09-2425 minChopper\'s Political Podcast | GB NewsChopper's Political Podcast | GB NewsEpisode 24: Robert Jenrick warns people will die as a direct result of Keir Starmer's prison policySit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News' Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table in a Westminster pub where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians. New episodes released every Friday.This week, Christopher Hope interviews Tory leadership candidate Robert Jenrick who issues a scathing assessment of Sir Keir Starmer's prison policy and pledges to cut net migration to as little as thousands a year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-1333 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsHow did Starmer fare in his first PMQs as Prime Minister?Political Editor Robert Peston and Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen join Paul Brand as Sir Keir Starmer takes the leading role on the PMQs stage for the very first time.Plus, how has the new Prime Minister coped with his first rebellion? All that and more in this week's episode of Talking Politics.New episodes every Wednesday - subscribe so you don't forget!2024-07-2416 minParliament MattersParliament MattersWhat has Keir Starmer got in common with Robert Redford?The legislative sausage machine has cranked into action so Mark and Ruth dissect the government’s programme following the King’s Speech. They examine the proposals for major new bills on planning and devolution aimed at galvanising the economy, along with revamped legacy bills the Government is adopting from the previous administration. Where might political tensions and difficulties arise? What insights did the King’s Speech offer on parliamentary matters, and can we expect more bills beyond those identified in the legislative programme?This week, parliamentary rebellions expert Professor Philip Cowley joins the podcast to discuss the ch...2024-07-191h 09The Daily TThe Daily TIs Starmer moving Britain closer to Europe?European leaders have descended on Blenheim Palace with Keir Starmer promising a 'reset' in British-EU relations. But what will that look like in practice?To analyse Britain’s future relationship with Europe, an arch-Remainer and a leading Brexit figure go head to head on the Daily T - former Downing Street director of communications Sir Craig Oliver and Lord Frost, Boris Johnson’s Brexit negotiator.Plus, a damning report from the Covid Inquiry has found that ministers “failed their citizens” by preparing for the wrong pandemic. The inquiry’s chair Baroness Hallett says failure to...2024-07-1845 minPolitical FixPolitical FixKeir Starmer’s debut on the global stageKeir Starmer’s quest for closer EU ties received a tacit nod from US President Joe Biden as the UK prime minister made his global debut at the Nato summit in Washington. Biden told Starmer that Britain was ‘the knot tying the transatlantic alliance together’. The FT’s George Parker, Robert Shrimsley and Stephen Bush sit down in London to discuss the government’s foreign policy agenda, with Lucy Fisher dialling in from Washington with her take. Plus, the FT’s William Wallis lays out the stark truth behind the UK’s prisons crisis, and what the government might be able to do...2024-07-1241 minThe Trig ShowThe Trig ShowVictory for Starmer and LabourKier Starmer's Labour Party gained a predictable election victory, but could the recent results show small signs of a directional change?2024-07-1006 minPolitics UnpackedPolitics UnpackedStarmer Goes GlobalKeir Starmer is in America for his first Nato summit as prime minister, but what kind of leader will he be on the world stage? Matt is joined by correspondents around the world to analyse the foreign policy challenges the Labour government will face in the coming years.Plus: Robert Crampton and Alice Thomson discuss whether a younger parliament is good news for Gen Z, why we shouldn't be surprised the French election was crazy, and whether MPs should be forced to wear ties in Parliament.  Columnists (03:45)Starmer Goes Global (26:23) Ho...2024-07-1048 minPolitical FixPolitical FixElection special: Starmer moves into Number 10As Sir Keir Starmer steps over the threshold of Number 10, FT experts answer audience questions about what to expect from the new Labour government. Will Keir Starmer’s landslide victory lead to lasting change? The FT’s Lucy Fisher is joined by colleagues Stephen Bush, George Parker, Miranda Green and Robert Shrimsley to discuss the Labour landslide and the future of the defeated Tory partyFollow Lucy on X: @LOS_Fisher, Robert on @robertshrimsley and George on @GeorgeWParker, Stephen on @stephenkb and Miranda on @greenmirandaWant more?  Keir Starmer enters Downi...2024-07-0559 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsThe 'Starmer Tsunami', what now for the country?Paul Brand is joined by Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana as Sir Keir Starmer becomes the first Labour Prime Minister in 14 years.Plus, Louise Scott comments on an 'incredibly tough night' for the Scottish National Party.2024-07-0529 minClimate ConversationsClimate ConversationsClimate News: 'AI is going to kill us, it probably won't, but what will kill us if we don't act is climate change' - David JonesDavid Jones (pictured) understands the advertising world and he also understands that climate change is going to kill us: "AI won’t kill us, but climate change will if we don't act, says leading advertising CEO"; "A ‘Carbon Sucking’ Mural? Campaigns for Big Oil? Global Ad Agency Dentsu Does Both."; "Measures meant to protect our last grasslands are seeing them trashed"; "Electrifying the farm: ‘It could add a couple of hundred thousand to our bottom line’"; "Interview: Susan Lengyel champions conversation, especially those 'at the Crossroads'" "Atmospheric Rivers in California...2024-07-0423 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWill the real Keir Starmer please stand up?Nina Hossain is joined by Daniel Hewitt who has been looking at the housing shortage and the main parties' plans to try to solve it.In the studio, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana discuss the scrutiny of Sir Keir Starmer's policies and personality.Plus, why is Rishi Sunak in a spat with Dr Who?2024-06-2631 minThe Bunker – News without the nonsenseThe Bunker – News without the nonsenseIron Lad – How Thatcherite is Starmer really?Starmer’s referencing of Thatcher has enraged the left – but is it anything beyond symbolic politicking? And is he really Thatcherite at all? Andrew Harrison speaks to Robert Saunders, a reader in modern British history at Queen Mary University of London, about the legacy of Thatcher and how it ties in with modern Labour policy. • “It’s worth remembering that Margaret Thatcher herself borrowed ideas from the left.” – Robert Saunders• “I think Thatcher would be quite alarmed by what she would see in a Reeves-Starmer manifesto.” – Robert Saunders • “Truss and Sunak were giving two differ...2024-05-0833 minIgnite Your Imagination With Spoken Tales With Full AudiobookIgnite Your Imagination With Spoken Tales With Full AudiobookKeir Starmer: The Biography Audiobook by Tom BaldwinListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 712575 Title: Keir Starmer: The Biography Author: Tom Baldwin Narrator: John Sackville Format: Unabridged Length: 13:39:11 Language: English Release date: 02-29-24 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers UK Genres: History, Biography & Memoir, Law & Politics, Europe, Political Ideologies Summary: THE BESTSELLING BIOGRAPHY OF THE NEW BRITISH PRIME MINISTER Required reading for anyone who has an interest in who governs Britain' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL 'This will be the most important political book of the year MATTHEW DANCONA, EVENING STANDARD This authoritative but not authorised biography by Tom Baldwin provides answers by drawing deeply on many...2024-02-291h 39Embrace The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Vivid!Embrace The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Vivid!Keir Starmer: The Biography by Tom BaldwinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/712575to listen full audiobooks. 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Title: Keir Starmer: The Biography Author: Tom Baldwin Narrator: John Sackville Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 39 minutes Release date: February 29, 2024 Genres: Europe Publisher's Summary: THE BESTSELLING BIOGRAPHY OF THE NEW BRITISH PRIME MINISTER ‘Required reading for anyone who has an interest in who governs Britain' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL 'This will be the most important political book of the year’ MATTHEW D’ANCONA, EVENING STANDARD This authoritative – but not authorised – biography by Tom Baldwin provides answers by drawing deeply on many hours of interviews with Prime Minister himself, as well as unprecedente...2024-02-2905 minthe Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & Politicsthe Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsKeir Starmer: The Biography by Tom BaldwinPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/712575 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Keir Starmer: The Biography Author: Tom Baldwin Narrator: John Sackville Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 39 minutes Release date: February 29, 2024 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: THE BESTSELLING BIOGRAPHY OF THE NEW BRITISH PRIME MINISTER ‘Required reading for anyone who has an interest in who governs Britain' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL 'This will be the most important political book of the year’ MATTHEW D’ANCONA, EVENING STANDARD This authoritative – but not authorised – biography by Tom Baldwin provides answers by drawing deeply on many hours of interviews with Prime Minister himself, as well as u...2024-02-2905 minDiscover the Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsDiscover the Best Audio Stories in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsKeir Starmer: The Biography by Tom BaldwinPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/712575to listen full audiobooks. Title: Keir Starmer: The Biography Author: Tom Baldwin Narrator: John Sackville Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 39 minutes Release date: February 29, 2024 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: THE BESTSELLING BIOGRAPHY OF THE NEW BRITISH PRIME MINISTER ‘Required reading for anyone who has an interest in who governs Britain' ALASTAIR CAMPBELL 'This will be the most important political book of the year’ MATTHEW D’ANCONA, EVENING STANDARD This authoritative – but not authorised – biography by Tom Baldwin provides answers by drawing deeply on many hours of interviews with Prime Minister himself, as well as unpr...2024-02-291h 39Mid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politicsMid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politicsAge and Statesmanship: Biden's Tenure and Kier Starmer stumblesToday we delve into the highly charged topic of President Joe Biden's age and its political ramifications. Host Roifield Brown leads a panel of experts through an incisive discussion, beginning with Robert Herr's report on Biden's handling of classified documents and his response about his son, Beau. The conversation pivots to the media's portrayal of Biden and Trump, exploring biases and the impact on public perception. As the debate heats up, our panelists weigh the consequences of an aging leader, comparing media scrutiny and voter sentiment. We also venture across the pond, examining the Labour Party's challenges in the...2024-02-1653 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsIs anti-Semitism the biggest crisis in Keir Starmer's leadership?This week, Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen joins Tom and Robert to discuss how the spectre of anti-Semitism has returned to haunt Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Although Parliament is in recess, it hasn't been a quiet week for Labour, as its leader was forced to suspend not one, but two Parliamentary candidates, over comments made about Israel.Tom, Robert and Carl also dissect today's inflation figures, with the UK teetering on the brink of a technical recession.2024-02-1429 minPolitical FixPolitical FixWill Labour’s green U-turn weaken Starmer?Keir Starmer dismantles Labour’s flagship pledge, shredding the party’s £28bn green investment plan. The FT’s Jim Pickard joins Miranda Green and chief political commentator Robert Shrimsley to assess the damage to Labour after weeks of confusion over the policy. And in the week when Liz Truss launched the latest Tory ginger group, the team dissects the Tory party’s threats on the right - including from Reform UK. Plus, FT Ireland correspondent Jude Webber discusses whether a Northern Ireland executive led by a Sinn Féin first minister now moves Ireland closer to reunification. Free link...2024-02-0931 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Keir Starmer is the most ruthless politician in decadesWith Labour warned only a record swing will put them into power, Robert and Anushka evaluate whether Keir Starmer has what it takes to achieve it.After watching him spar with Rishi Sunak over the latest Rwanda row at PMQs, Anushka shares with Tom what she learned from shadowing the Labour leader for three months.Robert identifies the current weakness in the Labour approach before explaining why he believes Starmer is the most ruthless politician we've seen in decades.Tom, Robert and Anushka will be Talking Politics every Wednesday to guide you through this...2024-01-1727 minTalking PoliticsTalking PoliticsWhy Keir Starmer is the most ruthless politician in decadesWith Labour warned only a record swing will put them into power, Robert and Anushka evaluate whether Keir Starmer has what it takes to achieve it.After watching him spar with Rishi Sunak over the latest Rwanda row at PMQs, Anushka shares with Tom what she learned from shadowing the Labour leader for three months.Robert identifies the current weakness in the Labour approach before explaining why he believes Starmer is the most ruthless politician we've seen in decades.Tom, Robert and Anushka will be Talking Politics every Wednesday to guide you through this...2024-01-1727 minPolitical FixPolitical FixKeir Starmer’s bid to smash the class ceilingAs Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer sketches out his vision for education, the FT’s Whitehall editor Lucy Fisher is joined by columnists Stephen Bush and Robert Shrimsley to discuss how to boost vocational training. Plus, the NHS reaches 75 - but is there much to celebrate? The FT’s global health editor Sarah Neville gives the service a health check. And will Threads overtake Twitter as the premier social network for political chat? Follow Lucy on Twitter @LOS_FisherWant more?  Badly run Britain needs lessons in managementTory MP Chr...2023-07-0727 minNick Ferrari - The Whole ShowNick Ferrari - The Whole ShowLabour leader Keir Starmer takes your calls!On today's show, we discuss the announcement that detectives accused of bungling the original Stephen Lawrence inquiry will not face prosecution. Labour leader Keir Starmer is in the studio to take your calls. Nick also speaks with Conservative MP Robert Halfon about childcare support. All of this and more on the latest episode of the Nick Ferrari Whole Show Podcast.2023-07-072h 19Climate ConversationsClimate ConversationsClimate News: 'Everything's connected' a friend says, Professor Professor Jeffrey Sachs says 'The world's gone mad'The Australian Bureau of Meteorology gives some hints about what's ahead: "‘Set for a bad year’: Grim outlook amid El Nino threat"; "Birds Produce Fewer Young as Early Spring Arrives in Warming World"; "June Extremes Suggest Parts of the Climate System Are Reaching Tipping Points"; "The environmental impacts of artificial turf worth considering before rolling it out in your backyard"; "Saving Humanity and Planet Earth (SHAPE)"; "Australians should ‘brace themselves’ for coming bushfire season"; "Keir Starmer will have to break a few eggs if he’s to achieve a...2023-07-0529 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 7 - Kubernetes (Part 3) What does it actually take to run KubernetesAre you sure you want to run your own Kubernetes? Kubernetes is the current container orchestration front-runner, but even its fans admit... it's complicated. Robert and Lew discuss their experience with the platform, some options to offload the work of running it to cloud providers, and some tips on making Kubernetes less of a burden to your developers. ============================== References (not Recommendations) ============================== Kubernetes: https://kubernetes.io/ Docker: https://www.docker.com/ Sevice Mesh : Check out Kumulus on Cloud Episode 3: https://youtu.be/1qBGiCitT8I?t=10 Heroku: https://www.heroku.com/ OpenShift: https://www.redhat.com/en/technologies/cloud-computing/openshift =========================== Subscribe...2023-04-2923 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 6 - What makes Kubernetes the container manager for CloudKubernetes very quickly became the container manager of choice after its release in 2014 and has retained its popularity since. By abstracting away much of the operational complexity of running anywhere from 2 to 2000 (and more) containers, it simplifies running containers at scale. It can monitor a 'fleet' of containers, restart failed ones, and scale groups of containers up or down according to application needs. In addition, Kubernetes also has API-enabled controllers to manage versions and deployments. This provides an extra layer of automation, making deploying individual, containerized applications much easier for developers. Robert and Lew discuss some of the key...2023-04-0716 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKOC - 5 - part 1 - What is KubernetesYou can learn how we got to containers as the default way to run applications efficiently and how Kubernetes changed the container orchestration game. Robert and Lew talk about the fundamentals of container function and how they simplify the process of breaking up large monolithic applications into smaller, more manageable pieces called microservices. This approach allows for easier maintenance, improved security, and greater resiliency. Containers allow for better segregation and isolation of these microservices, reducing the impact of any failures. Further, microservices can be built by different development teams, and each can have its environment and resources. Docker revolutionized...2023-03-2414 minTonight with Andrew MarrTonight with Andrew MarrMinister suggests Starmer's job offer to Sue Gray may have broken ruleA big row is taking place in Westminster over Kier Starmer's job offer to senior civil servant Sue Gray. The Paymaster General Jeremy Quinn suggested the Labour Party are 'playing fast and loose' with the impartiality of the service, but the Conservatives might be more concerned with the fact Sue Grays knowledge may provide the opposition with a huge advantage in the upcoming general election. Sir Robert Buckland who tabled an Urgent Quesiton in the commons today on this joins to discuss. Donald Trump has announced he will run to be the GOP's nominee for the 2024 Presidential...2023-03-0649 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 4 - Infrastructure-as-Code - Time to Say Goodbye to Your IT Department?Infrastructure-as-code (IAC) has changed how IT departments manage both hardware and software-defined infrastructure. Does the codification of infrastructure in the cloud (AND data center!!) mean that IT operations teams are no longer needed? Special guest Michael Damkot joins our co-hosts Robert Starmer and Lew Tucker to break down what IAC is, where the value really lies, and whether traditional IT departments should fear its adoption. Services/tools we mentioned in this episode: Packet Pushers Show #279 with BOTH Michael and Robert talking OpenStack networking. https://packetpushers.net/podcast/show-279-real-world-openstack-networking/ OpenStack: https://www.openstack...2023-03-0139 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 3 - Automating Cloud Service Connectivity and Security - Service MeshService mesh - Istio, Linker D, Anthos...  these tools have revolutionized how networking - and network security - are done in cloud systems. In this episode of Kumulus on Cloud,  co-hosts Robert Starmer and Lew Tucker dive into the history and current state of the technology. They further discuss the multiple benefits of a service mesh approach to cloud networking and why service mesh improves your cloud's security posture. *Service Mesh Services we Mentioned in this Episode* Istio https://istio.io/ - Lew's current favorite Service Mesh Conduit https://conduit.io...2023-02-1523 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 2 - Zero Trust - Cybersecurity in the Cloud - with Robert Starmer and Lew TuckerTraditional Network-based security models that aim to achieve a security perimeter - think VPCs and Firewalls - just don't cut it anymore when it comes to digital security. Whether you have resources in the cloud or not, how do you secure operations to connect to partners and grant access to your employees and contractors in a manageable way? How can you ensure that security becomes a process that all of your employees can make a fundamental way of life rather than something that is bolted on? By taking security down to the application level...2023-01-3025 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudKoC 1 - Was Moving to the Cloud a Mistake?Lew and Robert jump into the topic of the year (apparently), Is Cloud Worth the Cost?  We discuss what the news is saying, and delve into the why and the reality of what Cloud really costs, and how that compares to how a self run Datacenter may "appear" cheaper, but is that the reality? Is Cloud Computing just "Water Vapor?" Show referenced links: https://www.infoworld.com/article/3676597/was-moving-to-cloud-a-mistake.html https://www.unisys.com/news-release/one-in-three-cloud-migrations-fail-unisys-cloud-success-barometer/ https://www.lightreading.com/service-provider-cloud/the-public-cloud-is-starting-to-look-like-rip-off/d/d...2023-01-1724 minKumulus on CloudKumulus on CloudAn introduction to Kumulus on Cloud - The PodcastWelcome to Kumulus on Cloud, where we discuss the topics that matter most to your Cloud success.  We look forward to helping you on your Cloud journey by providing valuable insight and expert opinion on the current state of the Cloud market and it's business value and implications.2023-01-1201 minWhat You Need To KnowWhat You Need To KnowThe Race For No.10: Is Starmer the biggest winner?The next prime minister will definitely be a Conservative - but is the biggest winner in this race Sir Keir Starmer? It certainly looks like the Labour leader will have been watching the blue-on-blue attacks in the Conservative leadership race with glee and noted down some of the many attacks flying around.So where have those brutal blows and media briefings left the current contest? What damage have they done to the Conservative party? And - despite all that - why might the Tories still have reasons to be cheerful as they close in on their...2022-07-1919 minWhat You Need To KnowWhat You Need To KnowWho’s most damaged: Boris or beer Starmer?The Tories have lost control in Westminster - for now just the city council - but what does that defeat and other local election shocks mean for Boris Johnson?Is Keir Starmer right to hail Labour’s gains as a turning point for the party or will he be sunk by the latest beergate developments?And what impact could the local results have on a Lib Dem revival and the result of next election overall?In this special ITV News podcast on the 2022 local elections, Political Editor Robert Peston and ITV News Election Analyst Pr...2022-05-0626 minIain Dale - The Whole ShowIain Dale - The Whole ShowKeir Starmer reveals his 'contract' with the public, Cross Question & is it sensible to make the law softer over cannabis?Keir Starmer reveals his 'contract' with the British people, Cross Question & is it sensible to make the law softer over cannabis? Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this evening are former Labour and Lib Dem MP Luciana Berger, Conservative MP Robert Halfon, Fran Darlington Pollock of The Equality Trust and political commentator Emma Webb.2022-01-042h 24Morning Glory with Mike GrahamMorning Glory with Mike GrahamHiring Staff, GP Surgeries, and Keir StarmerBaroness Kate Hoey starts the show, talking about Keir Starmer and Afghanistan. Toby Fowlston, Chief Executive Officer of Robert Walters discusses how bosses are hiring staff who can work from home in Latvia. Dr Charles Levinson, Chief Executive of Doctor Call speaks about how GP surgeries are facing a crisis.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-08-2456 minCalling Peston: The ITV News Politics PodcastCalling Peston: The ITV News Politics PodcastKeir Starmer: 'Johnson is lucky...the road will run out' - 100TH EPISODE SPECIALKeir Starmer sat down with Robert Peston and Daniel Hewitt for a special interview to mark the podcast's 100th episode - this one really is a must listen.This will be the last episode for a while as we take a break for Parliamentary recess.Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars!2021-07-2244 minPolitical FixPolitical FixHeld in hotels and is Starmer stalling?Hotel quarantine will finally be introduced to the UK next week, but can the logistics work? Will it stop new variants of the virus spreading - and are enough countries going to be included? Plus, we discuss whether Sir Keir Starmer is stalling as Labour leader and whether he is critical enough of the government's coronavirus policies. Presented by Sebastian Payne, with Jim Pickard, Alice Hancock, Robert Shrimsley and special guest Sienna Rodgers, editor of LabourList. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Josh de la Mare. The sound engineer was Louise Burton and the editor Aimee Keane.Review...2021-02-1331 minThe Julia Hartley-Brewer ShowThe Julia Hartley-Brewer ShowJulia Hartley - Brewer | Threat of a national lockdown looms again, Keir Starmer calls for a new lockdown in the next 24 hours, School crisis continuesJulia is joined by Sir Desmond Swayne, former International Development Minister & Tory MP on Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer calling for a nationwide lockdown to come into force within the next 24 hours. Robert Halfon, Chair of the Education Select Committee & Tory MP discusses the situation with reopening schools during the pandemic. Julia us also joined by Kate Green, Labour’s Shadow Education Secretary who believes closing schools is inevitable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-0433 minThe Peston PodcastThe Peston PodcastStarmer, Corbyn, the PLP and The Government's 'Green Industrial Revolution'This week on the #Peston Podcast we’re asking:❶ Was Keir Starmer right or wrong in telling Jeremy Corbyn that he’s not welcome back in the Parliamentary Labour Party? ❷ Are we going to get any escape from lockdown over Christmas?❸ Why has the Government banned the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030?Join ITV's Political Editor Robert Peston as he sits down with SAGE advisor Professor John Edmunds, Environment Secretary George Eustice, Shelter's Legal Services Ambassador Robert Rinder (aka Judge Rinder), David Cameron’s former Deputy Chief of Staff Baroness Fall and Labour M...2020-11-1939 minThe Trig ShowThe Trig Show10pm CurfewKeir Starmer is challenging the government and Boris Johnson, to produce science based evidence to justify the curfew. I'm not sure they can.2020-10-0711 minThe Peston PodcastThe Peston PodcastPeston, Starmer and GoveOn this week's Peston Podcast we're asking whether the Prime Minister has done enough to suppress the virus, will he do enough to protect our jobs, and does he have a rebellion on his hands? Does Keir Starmer disagree with anything that the Government is doing, and would he dob in his neighbours if they broke COVID rules? Join ITV's Political Editor Robert Peston as he talks to the Leader of the Opposition Sir Keir Starmer, Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove, CEO of Ryan Air Michael O'Leary, Tory MP Steve Baker and Labour MP Nadia Whittome....2020-09-2433 minPolitical FixPolitical FixCoronavirus latest: Boris Johnson in hospital, a route for our lockdown and Keir Starmer’s first weekThe health of the prime minister has dominated this week, as the prime minister was admitted to intensive care suffering from Covid-19. Can foreign secretary Dominic Raab fill his shoes? Will the Quad of ministers be important in his absence? Plus, we discuss how and when the UK can exit the lockdown and what Keir Starmer has done in his first week as Labour leader. Presented by Sebastian Payne, with George Parker, Laura Hughes and Robert Shrimsley. Produced by Anna Dedhar and Breen Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-04-1029 minCalling Peston: The ITV News Politics PodcastCalling Peston: The ITV News Politics PodcastLabour special: What does election of Keir Starmer mean for the party?Labour special: What does election of Keir Starmer mean for the party?In this special weekend episode of Calling Peston, Daniel, Shehab and Robert discuss the Labour leadership election results and what they mean for the party.In what direction will new leader Keir Starmer take the party?Will he and his deputy Angela Rayner bring the party back together?Where between Tony Blair and Jeremy Corbyn does Sir Keir fall on the political spectrum?Listen to this episode for all the answers.Don't forget to subscribe and...2020-04-0422 minPolitical FixPolitical FixKeir Starmer leads the Labour leadership race, Boris Johnson hits his first Brexit obstacleThe contest to succeed Jeremy Corbyn is well underway, with Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey in poll position. Can any of the other candidates halt their momentum? Who will make it on the ballot paper? Plus, we discuss Ursula von der Leyen’s first encounter with Boris Johnson and how he might tackle alignment in a future trade deal. Presented by Sebastian Payne, with George Parker, Jim Pickard, Robert Shrimsley and Laura Hughes. Produced by Anna Dedhar.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-01-1134 minCloud UnfilteredCloud UnfilteredEp53: Tackling IT Modernization, with Robert StarmerShould you be containerizing your monolithic applications? If so, which ones, and how? Where do you get started with an IT modernization initiative? Who should lead it? How important is cultural transformation? And which principles should guide you? Robert answers these questions for a living in his job as Cloud Advisor and Founding Partner of Kumulus Technologies, and he very generously shares his wisdom on these topics and more on this episode of Cloud Unfiltered.Note: At one point in the show Robert mentions a book about micro services, but can't recall the name of the author. He...2018-08-0843 minLicks & Lyrics radio PodcastLicks & Lyrics radio PodcastLicks and Lyrics - Joshua Starmer with Robert CantrellLouise hosts WCOM's Licks & Lyrics show with musical guests Joshua Starmer and Robert Cantrell. Kamara Thomas - You Wreck Me, Joshua Starmer - Way Too Soon, Joshua Starmer with Robert Cantrell LIVE - Cabin Pressure, Joshua Starmer - Dance Party, Joshua Starmer with Robert Cantrell LIVE - Nasty Weather, Joshua Starmer - Oceans, Joshua Starmer with Robert Cantrell LIVE - Another Day, Joshua Starmer - Maybe It'll Go Away.2016-09-081h 00