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To mark the end of the first season of the Politics of Sound podcast, Iain Carnegie presents the second of four special episodes looking back at the highlights, both spoken and musical, of the last two years. In this first part, which features the shows recorded during the first six months of 2020, Iain speaks to Former Labour Home Secretary Jacqui Smith, Labour MP and former professional musician Thangam Debbonaire, Conservative MP Paul Scully, Scottish National Party MP Pete Wishart,  Times Radio Presenter Carole Walker and Liberal Democrat President, Dr Mark Pack. As ever, there is music aplenty, mainly provided by the Politics of Sound House Band. To further celebrate the albums chosen by PoS guests over the last two years, Politics of Sound  now has its own Spotify Playlist, where you can hear all of the original versions of the album tracks selected over the last two years. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3tTnL5rZgz956ClGYnIQmd?si=6f9aff0c615647b9&nd=1

In the May edition of the Politics of Sound, Iain Carnegie welcomes celebrated YouTube sensation and now candidate for the London Mayoral Election, Max Fosh to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop to discuss the whether the power of social media can defeat the power of vested interest and money; the processes that have to be followed to stand as a Mayoral Candidate; why Max is standing the first place; why he wants to beat fellow old Harrovian Laurence Fox and what happens if he actually wins...? Max  emerges from the Politics of Sound Record Shop with an eclectic selection of albums by ,  Ben Platt, Bear's Den and Busted, and the Politics of Sound House Band are on hand to perform their own version of tracks from his album selections. Plus Max reveals his very particular musical skill...! Follow us on Twitter: @politics_sound for all the latest news. All PoS episodes available now on Global Player.

In this special trans-Atlantic Christmas edition of the Politics of Sound, Iain Carnegie welcomes former Ohio State Senator and media political commentator Capri Cafaro  to the PoS virtual record shop to discuss her political career, her new recipe book which draws recipes from all sides of the political spectrum. the state of the nation as America awaits the inauguration of its 46th President, Joe Biden and, of course, her three all-time favourite albums! Capri emerges from the record shop with a rockin’ selection of albums by Led Zeppelin, Faith No More  and Simply Red and the Politics of Sound House Band are on hand to perform their own version of tracks from her album selections. Merry Christmas! Twitter @politics_sound

In the September edition of the Politics of Sound, Iain Carnegie invites the Member of Parliament for Bournemouth West, Conor Burns  to pay his own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop to select his three all-time favourite albums. Conor emerges with an inspired and eclectic selection by Elvis Presley, Garth Brooks and Phil Collins and offers a fascinating insight into how his Christian beliefs have guided his life and thinking, his relationship with Margaret Thatcher, his reasons for resignation and his love of Coronation Street! Follow Politics of Sound on Twitter @politics_sound

Iain Carnegie invites the newly-elected Conservative MP for Barrow-in-Furness, Simon Fell to pay his own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop and select his all-time favourite albums. Paul emerges with celebrated releases by The Stone Roses and Jeff Buckley and speaks of how his family are coping under the lockdown, his journey into politics and election at the third attempt, the family tortoise - and his glasses! Follow Politics of Sound on Twitter: https://twitter.com/politics_sound

Iain Carnegie presents another edition of the companion podcast to the regular monthly Politics of Sound: Politics of Sound BITES. In this occasional release, Iain speaks to those making the news now about their actions, motivations and the role that music plays within their lives. His guest is the Musical Director of Camden Voices, Ed Blunt, who discusses how the choir has overcome the isolation of the Coronavirus restrictions to bounce back by going 'virtual', and creating a beautiful, celebrated version of Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colours'. Enjoy the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqWQCWc_zCc

Iain Carnegie invites Scottish National Party MP and former member of Runrig and Big Country, Pete Wishart to pay his own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop and select his three all-time favourite albums. Pete emerges with celebrated releases by Pink Floyd, Deacon Blue and Big Country and speaks of his career as a professional rock musician, his political awakenings and the unique beauty of his constituency, Perth and North Perthshire. See the Politics of Sound LIVE! with special guest, former BBC political correspondent, Carole Walker. Friday 20 March, 7.30pm, The Calder Bookshop and Theatre, The Cut, London SE1 8LF. Tickets available now from www.trybooking.com. Here’s the link! https://www.trybooking.com/uk/book/event?eid=10612&

In this special January New Year edition, Iain Carnegie invites former Labour Party Home Secretary, Media Personality and Chair of University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust, Jacqui Smith to pay her own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop and select her three all-time favourite albums. Jacqui emerges with classic titles by Buzzcocks, Mark Ronson and Fleetwood Mac and offers a fascinating insight into the state of the post-election Labour Party, life after politics, her musical talents and much more! The other members of the PoS house band are taking a well-earned Christmas break so Iain plays all the instruments himself this month...! Happy New Year to all from the Politics of Sound.

Iain Carnegie presents another edition of the companion podcast to the regular monthly Politics of Sound: Politics of Sound BITES. In this occasional release, Iain speaks to those making the news now about their actions, motivations and the role that music plays within their lives. His guest is prominent Award-winning Studio Engineer and Labour Party Parliamentary Candidate, Olga Fitzroy. They discuss her recent experiences as a candidate at the General Election, the state of the Labour Party, her campaigning work for self-employed parents and her award-winning studio work.

In this special Christmas edition, Iain Carnegie invites LBC presenter, journalist and author Iain Dale to pay his own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop and select his three all-time favourite albums. Iain emerges with classic titles by Blondie, Dire Straits and Mango Groove and offers a fascinating insight into his political passions, the mood of the nation, podcasting, Christmas, Eurovision - and much more! As ever, the PoS house band are on hand to perform some great reworkings of tracks from the albums that Iain has selected. A fitting Politics of Sound finale for 2019!

Iain Carnegie invites ex-Labour MP and CEO of UK Music, Michael Dugher to pay his own visit to the Politics of Sound virtual Record Shop and select his three all-time favourite albums. Michael emerges with classic titles by Paul McCartney and Wings, Crowded House and Carole King and discusses his political passions, his exit from the Labour Party, the state of the British Music Industry and much more. The episode ends with Michael giving a wonderful performance of the Lennon-McCartney classic, 'Blackbird', in a new version specially recorded and produced by double Grammyaward-winning producer Cameron Craig.

Iain Carnegie invites ex-Labour Party MEP Mary Honeyball to pay her own visit to the PoS virtual Record Shop and select her three all-time favourite albums.  Mary emerges with selections by Joan Armatrading, George Gershwin and Bob Dylan, and speaks of her reasons for leaving the Labour Party after forty years of membership, her aversion to Brexit and the projects that are currently inspiring her.