Sun on Sunday Political Editor David Wooding kicks off today's show to discuss the ongoing scandals within government from both the Labour and Conservative parties, we also discuss why privately educated pupils are set to lose places at Oxbridge according to its Vice Chancellor. Former NHS trust chair Martin Gower joins shortly after to continue our investigation into the ongoing and relentless failings of the NHS and what can be done to improve the vitality of our health service and the citizen...
May 04, 2022•1 hr 6 min
CEO of The Independent Business Network Brendan Chilton kicks off today's show to discuss the latest controversies to hit Westminster and beyond this week, Journalist and Author Laura Dodsworth returns for her weekly lowdown of the goings-on from clown world here at home and abroad as war propaganda from Ukraine and Russia continues to escalate and confuse. Former Scotland Yard Superintendent Nusrit Mehtab returns to The Independent Republic to discuss why fewer than half of senior police leader...
May 03, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Conservative MP for Ipswich kicks off today's show to discuss the wide range of controversies around Parliament; from Labour's Angela Rayner admitting she was in fact with Starmer during lockdown beers in Durham after previously denying this to be true, to party gate, tractor gate and everything in between. Chair of The British Dental Association Eddie Crouch joins shortly after to discuss how millions are now going without any medical care as dentists are leaving the NHS in their droves, we ask...
May 02, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Sociologist, Author and Free speech campaigner Professor Frank Furedi kicks off today’s show to discuss the why the Emmaneul Macrons recent victory in the recent French Elections will not revive the future prosperity of the European Union as nearly 50% of French citizens remain dismayed with its actions and efforts. Conservative MP for Bracknell and former Army officer Colonel James Sunderland joins shortly after to provide an update on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. TalkTV Presenter a...
Apr 28, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Former Shadow Home Secretary and MEP Ann Widdecombe kicks off today's show to discuss why the Mail on Sunday’s editor has rejected a meeting with the House of Commons speaker after a story that accused Angela Rayner of “distracting” Boris Johnson with her legs. Chair of The House Of Commons Defence Select Committee and Conservative MP Tobias Ellwood joins shortly after to discuss Russia's recent acknowledgement the nation is 'engaged in war' with NATO, Germany's policy shift as they send anti-ai...
Apr 27, 2022•52 min
Director of The Academy of Ideas Baroness Claire Fox kicks off today’s show to discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding Angela Rayner, Elon Musk’s latest acquisition of Twitter, and googles new ‘inclusivity tool’ built to prevent offence. GP Dr Renee Hoenderkamp joins shortly after to discuss whether an alarming outbreak of children's hepatitis may have been brought on by Covid lockdown weakening immunity in the young. Author and Journalist Laura Dodsworth returns to The Independent Republic ...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Chief political commentator The Independent John Rentoul kicks off today’s show to discuss what the future holds for Prime Minister Boris Johnson amidst Sue Gray’s latest report, as well as Emmanuel Macron’s recent victory in the French elections against Marine Le Pen. Mail on Sunday Columnist Peter Hitchens returns for his weekly segment to discuss the influx of so called ‘dead end degrees’ within British Universities, as well as the recent decision to extradite Julian Assange to the United Sta...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 11 min
talkRADIO Presenter and Leader of the Reform UK Party Richard Tice kicks off today’s show to discuss plans to investigate the Prime Ministers over claims he misled Parliament about parties at no10 during the lockdown, what does the future hold for Boris? Travel Correspondent for The Independent Simon Calder provides us with an update on the latest international COVID travel requirements, Conservative MP Tom Hunt returns to The Independent Republic to discuss why he thinks Boris Johnson shouldn’t...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Former Brexit Party MEP Ben Habibn kicks off today’s show to discuss Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s trup to India in efforts to draw the nation closer to the West amidst growing tensions with Russia. GP at SameDayDoctor Dr Laurence Gerlis joins shortly after to discuss why the struggle to see GP’s is tougher for Britons than other western nations according to a new survey, and former Trump adviser and host of the America First podcast Sebastian Gorka closes the show to discuss the UK court’s app...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Sociologist, Author and Free Speech Campaigner Professor Frank Furedi kicks off today’s show to discuss why Britian seems to be in a state of turmoil culturally and what exactly can be done to rectify this problem. Transport Correspondent for The Times Ben Clatworthy joins shortly after to discuss how new rules have been introduced to allow owners of self driving cars to watch television while driving and Former prison governor and Director of Community Safety at the Home Office Ian Acheson clos...
Apr 20, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Writer for Mail on Sunday Dan Hodges kicks off today’s show to discuss why he thinks Boris Johnson needs to resign amidst the ongoing partygate scandal. Director of Communications at The Institute of Economic Affairs Annabel Denham joins shortly after to discuss Jacob Rees-Mogg’s call for civil servants to stop working from home as new figures reveal some departments are only a quarter full. Writer and Journalist Laura Dodsworth returns for her weekly takedown of the weeks headlines, she asks wh...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Conservative MP Sir John Redwood kicks off today’s show to look ahead at Boris Johnson’s announcement tens of thousands could be sent to Rwanda under relocation plan for asylum seekers. Political Editor of The Sun on Sunday David Wooding joins shortly after for a live reaction to Boris Johnson’s press conference on Rwanda. Political Commentator Richard Taylor returns to the Independent Republic to discuss former prime Minister Tony Blair’S current comments on why Britain should begin a bombing c...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Will Geddes and Carol Decker join Mike Graham for a special podcast edition of Plank of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 14, 2022•24 min
Former Political Editor At The Sun George Pascoe-Watson kicks off today’s show to discuss the Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak reject calls to resign over lockdown fines. GP Dr Charles Levinson comes on to discuss why a third of GPs are planning to quit in next five years, former Head of Health Analysis at the ONS Jamie Jenkins comes on shortly after to discuss the latest COVID figures over the easter break, and Head of Cultural Affairs at the IEA Marc Glendenning closes the show to discuss why the...
Apr 13, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Head of Lifestyle Economics at the IEA Christopher Snowdon kicks off today’s show to discuss the ongoing travel chaos at British airports, the fuel shortages gripping the nation and the ever growing concerns with cost of living. Professor Karol Sikora comes on to discuss why nearly 40% of cancers are only diagnosed when patients turn up at A&E. Author and Journalist Laura Dodsworth returns for her weekly takedown of the weeks headlines in clown world as NHS leaders demand the return of tough...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Spiked Columnist and Author Ella Whelan kicks off today’s show to discuss whether political spouses are fair game in the media world amidst the latest controversy surround Rishi Sunak’s wife and the ongoing fuel protests in central London. Former British Army Colonel and chemical weapons expert Hamish De Bretton-Gordon comes on to discuss the latest from Ukraine, Mail on Sunday Columnist Peter Hitchens returns for his weekly segment to discuss how modern day marriage failures are becoming an inc...
Apr 11, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Political Commentator Richard Taylor kicks off today’s show to discuss Spains U-Turn on freeing restrictions on unvaccinated Brits, why business confidence in Wales has plunged to all time lows in the UK, and why teachers are calling for classes to use translations of Taylor Swift lyrics to replace the 'sexist' syllabus of old. Former Brexit Party MEP Ben Habib comes on to discuss hybrid work environments and its detriment to the environment according to a new study, director of Net Zero Watch D...
Apr 07, 2022•57 min
Chief Political Commentator for The Independent John Rentoul kicks off today's show to discuss Kier Starmers two year anniversary as the leader of the opposition, Travel Expert Paul Charles joins Mike shortly after to discuss the ongoing travel chaos as travellers face chaos at Britain’s busiest airports for several weeks as massive queues and cancelled flights continue to derail families’ Easter getaways. Tonia Buxton returns for her weekly takedown of the week's headlines with a particular foc...
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Kevin O'Sullivan and Claire Fox join Mike Graham for a special podcast edition of Plank of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 05, 2022•43 min
Conservative MP for Ipswich Tom Hunt kicks off today's show to discuss the latest regarding the rising cost of living, ongoing travel chaos and the proposed ideas to outsource migrants to Rwanda edges closer to being finalised. Former NHS Trust Chairman Martin Gower joins Mike shortly after to discuss the NHS' latest failings in early cancer diagnosis. Laura Dodsworth returns to The Independent Republic for her weekly rundown of the top headlines from clown world including the ongoing COVID inqu...
Apr 05, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Associate Editor of The Spectator Rod Liddle kicks off today's show to discuss the latest from OFSTED stating how COVID restrictions were damaging to children's health, the cost of living crisis and the growing problem with illegal channel crossings. Travel Correspondent at The Times Ben Clatworthy joins shortly after to discuss the 9 hour queues at Dover and Easyjet cancelling over 200 flights due to COVID. Mail on Sunday Columnist Peter Hitchens returns for his weekly rundown of the weeks head...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Director of the Academy of Ideas Baroness Claire Fox of Buckley kicks off today’s show to discuss the ongoing problem with the Labour Party’s inability to define a woman and confidence in the NHS hitting a 25 year low. talkRADIO News Editor Alex Dibble joins shortly after to provide the latest details on a major review into Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH), led by maternity expert Donna Ockenden after findings publicised this morning revealed high incompetence on their maternity ...
Mar 30, 2022•54 min
Chief Political Writer for Spiked Brendan O'Neil kicks off todays show to discuss the latest and persistent failings of the National Health Service, Former Armed Services Minister Lord Andrew Robathan joins shortly after to discuss Britain’s decision to cut the size of the army due to the "stout defence of Ukraine" shows that “small bands of determined people” are more effective according to James Heappey, the armed forces minister. Author and Journalist Laura Dodsworth returns for her weekly se...
Mar 29, 2022•58 min
Russell Quirk and Emily Carver join Mike Graham for a special podcast edition of Plank of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 29, 2022•49 min
Former Brexit Party MEP Ben Habib kicks off todays show to discuss the latest updates regarding Northern Ireland Protocol, Good Friday Agreement, and the ever increasing migrant crossings across the channel. Security Expert Will Geddes joins shortly after to give his take on last nights Academy Awards where Best Actor winner Will Smith slapped Comedian Chris Rock speechless after telling a joke. Mail on Sunday Columnist Peter Hitchens returns to The Independent Republic to discuss his Joe Biden’...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Conservative MP and Chair of the Defence Select Committee Tobias Ellwood kicks off today's show to discuss the latest from Ukraine and yesterday's NATO summit where President Joe Biden stated NATO will act if Russia uses chemical weapons against Ukraine. Professor of Sociology and Former Government Adviser Professor Robert Dingwall joins Mike shortly after to discuss the latest plea to end hospital COVID rules as waiting lists continue to grow. Political Commentator Richard Taylor returns to The...
Mar 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Political Commentator for The Mail on Sunday Dan Hodges kicks off today’s show to discuss Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Statement yesterday as well as the ongoing refugee problem as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Owner of Il Portico James Chiavarini arrives shortly after to discuss strange council guidelines regarding serving red meat and how Chicken Kiev’s are back on the menu amidst a brief cancellation. Journalist and Author of White Flag? An Examination of the UK's Defence Capab...
Mar 24, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Head of Lifestyle Economics at the Institute of Economic Affairs Christopher Snowdon kicks off today’s show to discuss Rishi Sunak’s spring statement and the increasing cost of living in the UK. Ukrainian MP Kira Rudik joins Mike shortly after live from Kyiv to discuss the latest on the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, and Writer and Journalist Laura Dodsworth returns for her weekly segment to discuss the latest goings on in clown world and we commemerate the freedoms and lives lost as we hi...
Mar 23, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Conservative MP for Ashfield Lee Anderson kicks off todays show to discuss the Rishi Sunaks upcoming spring statement, the benefits of fracking, and the mounting party gate investigation. Chief Political Commentator for The Independent John Rentoul joins Mike shortly to discuss the party gate investigation further. Independent Statistician and commentator Jamie Jenkins returns to the Independent Republic to discuss the ONS’ newly released COVID figures on excess deaths and why government officia...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Baroness Kate Hoey of Lylehill and Rathlin kicks off the show today to discuss the Northern Ireland Protocol and the mounting pressure on Rishi Sunak as we look ahead to cuts on fuel duty to ease the cost-of-living crisis. Director of Communications at the IEA Annabel Denham joins shortly after to shed more light on this week's Spring Statement from the Chancellor. Mail on Sunday Columnist Peter Hitchens returns to the Independent Republic for his weekly focusing on the moral posturings of the w...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 9 min
