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635 episodes
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Date created
2017/11/03
Latest episode
2026/04/24
Average duration
58 min.
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4 days
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Join broadcaster Iain Dale and historian Dr Tessa Dunlop as they take a fresh look at the biggest news of the week - through the lens of history. Because nothing is ever truly new, and history has a habit of repeating itself. With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way. Subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected]
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118. Perran Moon River
2026/04/24
Iain and Tessa discuss the latest twists and turns in the Westminster psychodrama, drawing in Christine Keeler, Harold Wilson, Profumo and more - plus, how did Tessa let herself down in front of Labour MP Perran Moon?
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117. When You Wish Upon a Starmer
2026/04/21
Iain and Tessa talk Keir Starmer's statement in the Commons re how he handled Mandelson - plus a hundred years since the Queen's birth, Tessa's tireless campaigning and more!
116. Vetting Away With It
2026/04/17
Iain and Tessa discuss the PM's new crisis over Mandelson - and whether it's a Westminster village story (Tessa thinks so!) - they also talk about the decline in reading, welfare vs warfare and more!
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115. The Man Who Sold the War
2026/04/14
Iain and Tessa discuss whether men are more prone to start wars than women, Trump's planned blockade of the Strait of Hormuz - and the historical parallel to the 1973 OPEC oil embargo, Viktor Orbán's defeat in Hungary and more!
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114. No Orbán, No Cry
2026/04/10
Iain and Tessa talk the ceasefire under stress in Iran, whether JD Vance is hurting Viktor Orbán's chances in this weekend's election in Hungary, the dying art of letter-writing and more!
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113. Mr Nobody Does It Better
2026/04/07
Iain and Tessa discuss President Trump's expletive-laden social media post, whether Putinism will outlast Putin, Iain's trip to the cinema and more.
112. Space Oddity
2026/04/03
Iain and Tessa speak about the King's divisive US visit, which politician has benefitted from the Iran war, the Space Race, and more!
111. Piano Manosphere
2026/03/31
Iain and Tessa speak about the Houthis, why the BBC is obsessed with itself, Louis Theroux's journey into the manosphere and more!
110. Hello, This Is Pope Joannie
2026/03/27
Iain and Tessa unpack Dame Sarah Mullally’s historic enthronement after 1,400 years of male predecessors, explore the legend of Pope Joan, examine the impact of the Iranian war on Asia, and answer your questions.
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109. If You’re Lookin’ for a Way Out
2026/03/24
Iain and Tessa explore whether the world may be edging towards WW3, examine the shocking antisemitic attack in London involving Jewish ambulances set on fire, and give their take on the debut of SNL UK, plus plenty more insights and unexpected turns along the way.
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108. Strait from the Heart
2026/03/20
Iain and Tessa speak about what the West should do about the Strait of Hormuz, why Trump official Joe Kent resigned, whether Brexit should be reversed, Tessa appearing on Romanian Hell's Kitchen and more!
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107. Automatic, Systematic, Problematic
2026/03/17
Iain and Tessa talk the Strait of Hormuz and whether the UK Navy should get involved, whether Tom Bower is right or wrong about Harry and Meghan - they have a row about Lord Ashcroft and Iain name-drops like never before!
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106. Every Hegseth You Take
2026/03/13
Iain and Tessa talk strong men, the Mandelson files, whether Iain is right on Iran, Pete Hegseth and more!
105. Love Me Donut
2026/03/10
Iain and Tessa talk about the UK's naval forces and whether they're good enough, Cyprus and the UK's history with it (and Aggie reports after her recent visit!) - they also talk public distrust in politicians, donuts and more!
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104. Puff the Magic HMS Dragon
2026/03/06
Iain and Tessa joust over the UK's position on what's happening in Iran and historical parallels, failed asylum seekers being offered thousands to leave, where to cut spending and more!
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Terri Atsch
2023/06/04
Teresa
I was born in Earlham Hall in ‘48 and emigrated to US in ‘57. One of my English cousins turned me on to your show. You and Jaqui have me in stitches...
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SuziSocal
2026/03/13
DunFlop has to go!
Iain, please do yourself a favor and get rid of Tessa. You are going to lose your audience. I love your open, mindedness and balance on issues. You ca...
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ja4sure
2025/03/17
Very Disappointed!
First, Iain can’t get a word in, and so far only hearing Trump bashing. I have to believe you are not educating yourself with balanced media. As I ...
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Lucy's Pet Shop
2022/07/09
Corey
Loved hearing Corey one day I hope he gets his own show!!
Hargrepa
2021/02/15
Great show!
Only recently found this podcast after receiving their viral naughty joke. Such a refreshing show, insightful and funny
Asinusferox
2021/06/21
Good political discussions, don’t enjoy the “smut”
I’ve listened for some time. I like the discussion from two sides. However, I do not enjoy the constant jokes of a sexual nature, e.g. transvestite jo...
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SassafrassT
2020/05/30
Cheers from Portland.
I listen while I work in my garden in Portland, Oregon. I discovered the podcast when I heard Iain on The Delingpod. I love listening. Thank you! Lis...
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SocalismIsCancer
2020/08/01
Salt
Trump 2020!
sftnlvfvn
2020/02/24
Iain & Jacqui rock!
The most entertaining, smutty, insightful UK political podcast available.
Completely addicted!
Jenni Thunborg
CommunityGadfly
2019/12/22
Lively podcast
I’m an American who finds British politics charming. You’ll enjoy it too if you have similar interests.
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