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Adam Boulton, journalist and broadcaster, comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer Show to discuss Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the United States. He and Julia argue over Keir Starmer’s judgment - as Adam argues it was a risk worth taking to get Lord Mandelson into the role.  He and Julia also discuss: Gordon Brown’s criticism of Peter Mandelson,  Whether Peter Mandelson is a serial liar,  And whether he should have taken the job, knowing his past.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Sweeney, journalist and author of ‘Hunting Ghislaine: Epstein, the Prince and the Presidents’ comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer show to discuss Peter Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, government leaks, and whether Peter Mandelson can expect a criminal investigation.  He and Julia also discuss: Jeffrey Epstein’s ability to manipulate,  Whether Peter Mandelson is a ‘traitor’,  How damaging this is for Keir Starmer,  And why it seems to be one rule for elites and another for everyone else.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dai Davis, former head of Royal protection, and Benedict Spence, Conservative commentator, come on The Julia Hartley-Brewer to discuss: New revelations about the links between Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Jeffrey Epstein, after a new tranche of files were released. The files allege Jeffrey Epstein made substantial payments to both Lord Mandelson and his partner at the time - £55,000 to Peter Mandelson, and £10,000 to his partner, Reinaldo Avila da Silva. A photograph of Lord Mandelson in his underwear speaking to a woman also emerged. Dai questions whether the security service should have known better - and discusses who in the Royals might have known what was going on. Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Lai is a British citizen and media billionaire who used his newspaper Apple Daily to promote democracy in Hong Kong. He was arrested in 2020 for sedition under new national security laws, and still awaits sentencing. Sebastien said he expects his father to see out the rest of his life in prison, unless there is diplomatic intervention.  His son, Sebastien Lai, comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer Show to discuss:  His father’s detainment.  Keir Starmer’s visit to China, and whether the UK is right to pursue closer economic ties with the Chinese.  And whether the UK should pursue more concessions from trade talks, after approving the super-embassy in London and the first prime ministerial visit to Beijing in eight years.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz Truss comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer Show to discuss:  Keir Starmer’s visit to China, whether he is ‘kow-towing’, the Chinese Communist Party spying on the British government, and what Britain stands to benefit from closer ties to the country.  Liz Truss’ legacy in government - and whether she was ‘sabotaged’ by the civil service.  Liz Truss’ record on fighting against lockdowns during Covid.  What she makes of the political ‘psycho-drama’ and whether she has been approached by Reform UK.  Keir Starmer’s pro-bono work that led to persistent, fresh inquiries into veterans.   Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Tugendhat and Richard Tice come on The Julia Hartley-Brewer Show to discuss Suella Braverman’s defection to Reform UK.  Tom Tugendhat discusses former home secretary Suella Braverman’s outspoken criticism of the Conservative party.  Richard Tice answers whether Nigel Farage’s party has been damaged by Tory defections. Julia asks whether there is any point voting for Reform while so many former Conservatives join the party.  Richard also asks about the upcoming Labour defection which was delayed.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karl Turner MP comes on Julia Hartley-Brewer's show to discuss the National Executive Committee blocking Andy Burnham's attempt to run as Labour Party candidate for Gorton and Denton. A by-election is due to be held in the consituency after Andrew Gwynne resigned due to ill-health. He was sacked from his ministerial position and the Labour party over WhatsApp messages that insulted consitutents and other politicians. Also: Julia and Benedict discuss the BBC's coverage of Iran and the second ICE shooting in Minneapolis, and Shabana Mahmood's police reform proposals as she announces a 'British FBI'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kemi Badenoch comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer show after Donald Trump announced a deal had been made over Greenland. European NATO members had feared the US president’s threats to take over the Danish territory would destroy the alliance. Kemi Badenoch tells the show her view of the deal and how she would manage transatlantic relations. Also: Ms Badenoch discussed how she would increase defence spending, whether she supports a social media ban for U16s, Britain’s approach to China after the approval of the super-embassy, and uniting the right of British politics. Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the show on Wednesday, Julia Hartley-Brewer spoke to Brendan O’Neill, chief political writer at Spiked Online, and Baroness Kate Hoey, independent peer.  Brendan O’Neill reacts to Donald Trump saying Britain needs “straightening out” and that “London is having a lot of problems”. Brendan also says that Trump’s threats to take Greenland have prompted hypocritical criticism from the EU.  Donald Trump joined other world leaders at Davos, Switzerland later in the day. Keir Starmer didn’t attend.  Also: Baroness Kate Hoey says she is not the figure currently rumoured to defect to Reform UK - and she discusses local elections being cancelled, the Chinese super-embassy, and the rising numbers of people who are on benefits without the requirement to look for work.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts from Monday to Thursday on Talk, 10AM until 1PM. Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China has been given permission to build a vast new embassy in the heart of London despite criticism from MPs and campaigners that it will be used as a base for spying and security crackdowns. Local Government Secretary Steve Reed has approved the plans for the building at Royal Mint Court, a site near the Tower of London. The decision removes a diplomatic hurdle in the relationship with Xi Jinping’s government, clearing the way for Sir Keir Starmer to make a widely-expected visit to China, possibly within weeks. Speaking with Former Conservative Government Minister Jacob Rees-Mogg, Talk's Julia Hartley-Brewer says: "This is an absolutely dire decision!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Jenrick comes on The Julia Hartley-Brewer show to talk about his defection to Reform UK. He explains why he defected, uniting the right, why he backs Nigel Farage, and why Tory voters should switch to Reform. Included are Nigel Farage’s plans for deportations, immigration, net zero, deregulation and welfare. Also: he explains why it is important to say ‘Britain is broken’, Julia asks for his reaction to Donald Trump’s upcoming tariffs on several European countries for their opposition to American acquisition of Greenland, and he tells the show whether he is prepared to work with Nigel Farage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Tice, deputy leader of Reform UK, comes on the Julia Hartley-Brewer show to react to breaking news that Tory leader Kemi Badenoch had sacked Robert Jenrick. Robert Jenrick was part of the shadow cabinet. He lost a leadership challenge to Kemi Badenoch in 2024 and was subsequently installed as shadow justice secretary. A potential defection to Reform UK had been rumoured - reportedly, his sacking followed the discovery of a printed resignation speech at a photocopier that was promptly brought to Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch’s attention.  In her statement, Kemi Badenoch said she had seen “irrefutable evidence” that Jenrick was about to defect in a manner "designed to be as damaging way possible” for his former colleagues at the Conservative Party.  Nigel Farage, Reform UK leader, denied there was any deal to take Robert Jenrick to Reform UK at the time of his sacking.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM, on Talk.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brendan O’Neill, chief political writer at Spiked Online, discusses another government U-turn with Julia - this time on the introduction of mandatory digital ID.  Rights campaigners have long criticised digital ID as a dangerous infringement on British people’s right to privacy.  Previously, Keir Starmer’s government argued it would help reduce migration.  It was intended to prevent illegal migrants from working on the black market, but politicians and campaigners questioned whether the ID would act as a successful deterrent. And it was estimated to cost £1.8 billion over three years. Also: Julia and Brendan discuss why Labour have U-turned on so many policies, the Jewish MP stopped from visiting a primary school visit by pro-Palestinian activists, the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban for a Europa League game against Aston Villa, and why pro-Palestinian activists have been silent on anti-regime protests in Iran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On her Talk radio show Julia Hartley-Brewer talks to Sir Iain Duncan Smith, the former Conservative Party leader. Sir Iain Duncan Smith discusses calls for Keir Starmer's government to proscribe the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps - the group that maintains the theocratic regime - as a terrorist organisation. He explains why he thinks it would support Iranian protestors. Protests against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's rule erupted after economic turmoil in the country, as Iran's currency plummeted to record lows. Also: he discusses the Chinese super-embassy opposite the Tower of London that could be approved soon, and why he thinks it's a threat to British security. Earlier, reports emerged of plans for a 'secret room' at the mega embassy just metres from key communication cables carrying sensitive information. Sir Iain responded to news that a Jewish MP was banned from visiting a primary school after pro-Palestine teachers and parents threatened to publicly protest his visit. And he talks about the news that Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK - and whether he would ever to move across to Nigel Farage's party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the surprise defection of former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi to Reform UK, Julia Hartley-Brewer speaks to Reform UK’s London Mayoral candidate, Laila Cunningham.  In this interview, Julia asks about the most senior defection to Reform and whether her party is becoming the home of “washed-up” Tory politicians.  Laila Cunningham describes Nigel Farage as a “true leader”, the likes of which we haven’t seen in years, and sets out a vision of her party and city: Lawless London: As Met Chief Sir Mark Rowley claims that critics of the police in London were willing to “promote narratives that suit them”, Laila condemns the "gaslighting" of Londoners who don’t feel safe. Faith & British Values: Laila explains why she doesn’t want to be known as a “Muslim mayor”, the difference between her and Sadiq Khan’s Islamic faith, and why British values should come first no matter who you are.  Civil Service Mutiny: Laila warns that her party is ready to overcome “obstacles” - including civil servants that refuse to work with Reform. X Ban: Laila explains why she views calls to ban Elon Musk’s X (and Grok AI) as an attempt to “control the narrative”, as Ofcom says they will investigate X over sexualised AI deepfakes being shared on the site.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from 10AM-1PM, Monday to Thursday.  Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.