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British Thought Leaders

British Thought Leaders features in-depth conversations on issues that affect and shape our society and culture, giving a voice to those marginalised by legacy media. Hosted by NTD UK’s News Director Lee Hall.
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The Faceless Tyranny: Martin Durkin on Britain's Intolerant Ruling Class

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with filmmaker Martin Durkin, who is investigating Britain's new ruling elite on his Gorilla Science YouTube channel. Durkin says that an enormous and faceless class has taken control of Britain, from intelligentsia and civil servants through to the media, and that escaping this bind will be a monumental task. He talks about the historical origins of this new ruling class and how their move toward the Left has bolstered the rise of fascism and communism.

Oct 03, 202545 minEp. 213

To Fix Britain, We Need to Take Back Control of Our Legal System: Steven Barrett

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with barrister, legal commentator, and constitutional expert Steven Barrett to discuss fixing what Barrett believes to be Britain’s bloated laws and rebuilding trust in our legal system. Barrett talks about two-tier justice, Fabian influence on Britain, and why civil justice is becoming less accessible to ordinary Brits.

Sep 18, 202554 minEp. 211

British Countryside and Farming Suffering at the Whims of Our Politicians: Richard Negus

Conservationist, author, and hedge layer Richard Negus talks to NTD’s Lee Hall about the growing gulf between politicians and British farming. Negus says policy choices such as rewilding or a ban on burning moorland vegetation will have a negative impact on the countryside, and that rural people are not listened to by government scientists.

Sep 11, 202545 minEp. 209

Westminster Needs to Start Saying 'No' to the Chinese Regime: Chloe Cheung

Chloe Cheung is a 20-year-old Hongkonger living in Britain. She has a HK$1 million bounty on her head from the Hong Kong authorities, who disapprove of her calling for freedom in the city. Cheung talks to NTD’s Lee Hall about how this has changed her life, how the British government can do more to support Hong Kong, and why she’s opposing the proposed Chinese mega-embassy in London.

Sep 04, 202535 minEp. 208

Our History Should Be Celebrated and Preserved, Not Rewritten: Tom Rowsell

Historian Tom Rowsell talks to NTD’s Lee Hall about the importance of history and the motivation behind his YouTube channel Survive the Jive. Rowsell describes the backlash he received when standing up to attempts to rewrite British history and ban historical terms, and why it’s crucial we don’t allow the past to be rewritten. He also talks about the formation of the English, some of the nation’s greatest figures, and the role religions played in making England what it is today.

Aug 28, 202546 minEp. 207

Brexit 'Reset' Would See Europe Making Britain's Rules Again: Catherine McBride

Economist and international trade expert Catherine McBride OBE sits down with NTD’s Lee Hall to talk about the British government's plans for a Brexit reset. McBride asks why a sovereign Britain would want to cede its powers to Europe to make rules for trade, food, and agriculture. She also talks about U.S. President Donald Trump’s use of international trade to further America's interests, and why some of the world’s largest economies still trade as developing nations.

Aug 21, 20251 hr 2 minEp. 206

Forced Organ Harvesting by China's Killer Doctors: Dr. Harold King

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Dr. Harold King, European director of Doctors Against Forced Organ Harvesting. King talks about the horrific realities of organs being forcibly taken from innocent people who are left for dead, the massive profits the Chinese regime is making from this, how the international community can stand against it, and what it means for the medical profession when doctors change from healers into killers.

Aug 14, 202550 minEp. 205

The British Need to Fall in Love With Themselves Again: Yoram Hazony

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with philosopher and author Yoram Hazony to talk about the virtues of nationalism, the damage caused by an establishment that prioritises being part of an international liberal elite, and why Britain needs one hundred Nigel Farages.

Aug 07, 202547 minEp. 204

Uncovering China's Subversion of the United States From Within: Joshua Philipp

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down in New York’s "Crossroads" studio with host and investigative journalist Joshua Philipp for the second half of this interview. Philipp talks about accidentally uncovering one of the largest Chinese spy networks in the United States, the layers of control and espionage that are used to subvert America, and why years of death threats from the Chinese mafia did not stop him from reporting the truth.

Jul 31, 202530 minEp. 203

The 'Migrant Crisis' Is a Facilitated, Planned, Taxpayer-Funded Agreement: Joshua Philipp

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down in New York’s "Crossroads" studio with host and investigative journalist Joshua Philipp to talk about his reporting on the border crisis. Philipp says he traveled to the Darién Gap, one of the most dangerous places in the world, to talk to migrants, officials, and even gang members. He reveals a shadowy network run by the United Nations that brings migrants into the United States, often outside of the control of American officials and law enforcement.

Jul 30, 202534 minEp. 202

Tiny, Cheap Drones Are Changing the World: David Hambling

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with tech journalist and drone specialist David Hambling to hear how small, $500 drones are destroying multimillion-dollar fighter aircraft and disadvantaging developed nations in combat. Hambling says China produces most of the world’s drones and that there is a serious risk to security if they were to be repurposed as weapons.

Jul 24, 202532 minEp. 201

The NHS Is Not the Envy of the World, It Needs Reform: Dr. Michael Christopher

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with general practitioner and author Dr. Michael Christopher to talk about why the National Health Service (NHS) is in a constant state of crisis. Christopher says we need to move on from society-wide NHS worship and the misconception that it is the envy of the world. He discusses alternative health care systems and explains the increasingly difficult working life of a doctor.

Jul 22, 202545 minEp. 200

Communal Splits Put Britain on the Edge of Violent Uprising: Tom Jones

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with writer and Conservative councilor Tom Jones, who says the weakening of British identity and mass immigration are causing communal splits in the UK. Jones says this is causing increases in sectarian voting, ethnonationalism, and disillusionment with what Britain has to offer.

Jul 08, 202540 minEp. 198

Western Media Don't Understand the Machinations of the CCP: Allen Zeng

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Allen Zeng, journalist, commentator, and presenter of podcasts Fang Wei Time and Good Morning China. Zeng says commentators in the West struggle to understand the machinations of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He also talks more broadly about the future of China and how the CCP has hoodwinked the world with its approach to business, media, and politics.

Jul 03, 202533 minEp. 197

The Equality Act Is Damaging Our Culture and Is Not Fit for Purpose: Alka Sehgal Cuthbert

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Alka Sehgal Cuthbert, the director of Don’t Divide Us, to talk about the Equality Act. Sehgal Cuthbert says this law is breaking down Britain’s workplace civility and creating a grievance culture, resulting in a big rise in tribunals—most of which are rejected. She says the Act is used to police our relationships in the workplace and is a legal embodiment of the push for a multicultural Britain.

Jul 01, 202527 minEp. 196

Human Rights NGOs Are Facing an Existential Crisis of Trust: Helena Ivanov

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Helena Ivanov, an associate fellow at the Henry Jackson Society, to talk about the deepening crisis of trust in nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). Ivanov says that erosion of trust threatens their ability to operate effectively and help the people they are supposed to serve. She also talks about how authoritarian regimes see the gap left by these NGOs as an opportunity.

Jun 26, 202532 minEp. 195

Children Have Stopped Reading–It's Terrible for Our Future: Philip Womack

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Philip Womack to discuss his recent piece on a study that yielded concerning results regarding the cognitive abilities of young people. Womack talks about why reading is important for youngsters and the stark consequences of a post-literate generation ruled by technology.

Jun 19, 202527 minEp. 193

China's AI Development Is a Danger to the Free World: M. Dane Waters

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with political strategist, author, and filmmaker M. Dane Waters to talk about his report on China’s development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its negative impact on the world. Waters explains the many areas affected—from warfare and finance to social media and international organizations such as the United Nations. He says governments need to take action to stop the spreading influence of the Chinese Communist Party.

Jun 17, 202529 minEp. 192

Plastic Pollution Is Everywhere—We Need International, Innovative Solutions: Richard Thompson

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with "godfather of microplastics" professor Richard Thompson OBE to talk about the massive amounts of plastic in our oceans, how product design changes could make a significant difference to plastic pollution, and the importance of cooperation between policymakers, profit-seekers, and scientists to protect our environment.

Jun 10, 202550 minEp. 191

Medical Research Is Grossly Distorted by Money and Confirmation Bias: Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Dr. Malcolm Kendrick for the second half of his interview. Kendrick says the world of medical research can no longer be trusted, a view echoed by editors of some of the world’s leading medical journals. He discusses how money distorts medicine, and what steps can be taken to see through the hype.

Jun 05, 202539 minEp. 190

Statins and Lowering Cholesterol Do Not Stop Heart Disease: Dr. Malcolm Kendrick

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with author Dr. Malcolm Kendrick, a general practitioner who has spent decades speaking out against the idea that high cholesterol causes heart disease. Kendrick says we have been misled about the effect that eating saturated fat has on heart health. He also talks about statins, the most widely prescribed and profitable drug in the history of medicine, which he says provide very little protection against heart disease and come with the risk of considerable side effects....

Jun 03, 202536 minEp. 189

The People Smugglers Are Winning, We Need to Break Their Business Model: Tony Smith

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with former head of UK Border Force Tony Smith to talk about enforcing our borders. Smith says the people-smuggling criminal gangs are currently winning the battle and talks about how their business model could be broken. He says those who enter illegally are not subject to the same thorough checks as legal migrants, and discusses how terrorism impacts the safety of our borders.

May 27, 202545 minEp. 188

Rapidly Declining Testosterone and Fertility Are a Threat to Our Existence: Charles Cornish-Dale

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with anthropologist, historian, and author Charles Cornish-Dale, also known as Raw Egg Nationalist to talk about his new book 'The Last Men: Liberalism and the Death of Masculinity'. Cornish-Dale says a rapid decline in testosterone is causing existential harm to male fertility and leaving men with serious health and social problems. He talks about the causes behind the testosterone drop, including endocrine disruptors and poor diet, and whether they are putting masculin...

May 20, 20251 hr 4 minEp. 187

We Spent £220 Billion on Decarbonisation and Saw Zero Financial Benefits: Kathryn Porter

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with independent energy consultant Kathryn Porter who says Britain is at severe risk of blackouts. Porter explains how the move to more and more renewables is behind this risk, as they are unstable and not as compatible with our current grid as traditional power sources. She also explains why renewable energy is the most expensive, and that the government's Clean Power 2030 plans will put even more financial pressure on the public.

May 20, 202555 minEp. 186

We Need Profound Change to Stop Britain’s Catastrophic Decline: Douglas Carswell

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with former member of Parliament Douglas Carswell to discuss his recently published set of milestones to restore Britain. Carswell talks about taking control of the machinery of state, fixing a broken legal system, securing borders, stopping mass immigration, and reducing public spending.

May 13, 202553 minEp. 184

We Need to Talk About Britain’s Biggest Killer of Men Under 50: Susie Bennett

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with male suicide researcher Dr. Susie Bennett, who says we need to pay more attention to Britain’s biggest killer of men under 50. Bennett talks about the drivers behind Britain’s suicide figures, the conversations she’s had with men who have contemplated ending their lives, and the importance of building empathy for men as well as boys.

May 08, 202538 minEp. 183
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