The Daily T

Welcome to The Daily T: The Telegraph’s straight-talking, free-thinking podcast.

Join Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley as they unpack the day’s biggest stories with their typical candour and humour. Listen to intelligent debate on UK politics, culture and foreign affairs. Plus, don’t miss exclusive interviews with influential figures and expert guests, from Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch to Prince Andrew’s biographer.

Get an insider’s view of the stories setting the news agenda. Listen every weekday from 5pm.

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Episodes

£369m wasted? The real reason King Charles and Prince William will never move into Buckingham Palace

In this week’s Royal T, Camilla Tominey and Hannah Furness dissect King Charles’ tax bill as the first monarch to publicly disclose his personal tax payments, alongside figures also released from Kensington Palace on Prince William’s personal tax bill. They also discuss the announcement that Buckingham Palace will no longer serve as a royal residence for King Charles and Queen Camilla, as the landmark moves to become the administrative headquarters of the British Royal family. Camilla and Hannah...

Jun 26, 2026•27 min

'She’s harming poor children': Britain’s strictest headteacher backs Badenoch’s attack on Phillipson

In today’s episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Katherine Birbalsingh – dubbed Britain’s strictest headteacher for her work at Michaela Community School in north-west London – about the row that has broken out between Bridget Phillipson and Kemi Badenoch following the Conservative leader’s fiery attack on the Education Secretary. Ms Birbalsingh agrees with Ms Badenoch that Ms Phillipson is a “class warrior” and believes that while her intentions come from a “good plac...

Jun 25, 2026•38 min

PMQs bloodbath as Kemi skewers Starmer, Reeves and Burnham

In his first PMQs since announcing his resignation , Keir Starmer faced a fiery attack from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, attacking many of his cabinet members. Camilla and Tim react to the action in parliament and discuss the “coronation” of Andy Burnham, examining the mounting evidence against his leadership - from his resurfaced controversial videos to his shifting stance on calling a general election. Plus, former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace joins the podcast to dissect the state of B...

Jun 24, 2026•46 min

Farage on 10 years of Brexit: Boris never wanted Leave to win

Ten years on from the EU referendum, Camilla and Tim are joined by Reform UK’s Nigel Farage to discuss the legacy of Brexit and why he believes the nation has yet to see its benefits. With the UK political landscape in flux, they also turn to the Labour Party, where Andy Burnham appears set for a swift coronation as leader after Starmer’s recent resignation. As the party grapples with internal unrest and leadership challenges, they ask if Burnham has a viable strategy to lead or if a general ele...

Jun 23, 2026•46 min

His final u-turn: Tearful Starmer resigns with ‘gaslighting’ exit speech

After a turbulent tenure in Downing Street, Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party. Live from Downing Street, Camilla and Tim reflect on the factors that led to his exit, from the “bloodbath” in the local elections to the internal party rebellions over policy about turns. With Andy Burnham positioning himself as a successor, they examine his ambitious policy platform and ask whether Labour can pivot quickly enough to avoid electoral wipe-o...

Jun 22, 2026•31 min

The Sunday Showdown: Camilla takes on tax-loving "luxury Communist" Aaron Bastani

Camilla is joined by Aaron Bastani, journalist from left-wing organisation Novara Media and self-confessed “luxury communist”. The two argue the case about how much tax is too much, whether China can be classed as a success story for communism when the regime has overseen extensive human rights abuses as well as surveillance of it’s own citizens, and why Bastani thinks fracking isn’t the solution for cheaper energy. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytp...

Jun 21, 2026•52 min

Meghan's silly Father's Day list, Scots drink the USA dry & a seagull sandwich

In this week’s episode of The Weekend T, Telegraph Opinion writers Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon take a look at comical and controversial news stories. They discuss the social media ban for under-16s, Meghan Markle’s Father’s Day gift guide, Scotland fans making a splash at the World Cup and a Norwich pub’s refusal to refund punters if seagulls swipe their food. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► Sign up to our mo...

Jun 20, 2026•22 min

Endgame for Starmer as Burnham storms towards No 10

After Andy Burnham’s comprehensive win in the Makerfield by-election, Camilla and Tim are joined by Daily Telegraph political editor Tony Diver and pollster Scarlett Maguire to reflect on how soon he could challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the leadership, how disastrous the result was for Nigel Farage and Reform, and whether the Conservatives’ win in Aberdeen South points to a renaissance for the party under Kemi Badenoch. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dai...

Jun 19, 2026•44 min

Nigel Farage on Makerfield: Rupert Lowe won’t be forgiven if Reform loses

As the polls open in the Makerfield by-election, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley speak to Reform UK’s Nigel Farage, who is already publicly managing expectations. Farage claims Reform UK would storm to victory had the Labour Party put forward any other candidate, but fears local loyalty to Andy Burnham might cost them victory. If Reform loses, Farage warns the public will “never forgive” Rupert Lowe and Restore Britain Party for splitting the vote on the right. Elsewhere, Camilla and Tim discuss...

Jun 18, 2026•36 min

Harry Redknapp slams 'idiotic' council over flag ban

Ahead of England’s opening World Cup match against Croatia, Camilla Tominey discusses Thomas Tuchel’s squad with England legend Harry Redknapp, who gives his honest take on whether a foreign manager like Tuchel should lead the national team, why he would take Harry Kane over Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric, and slams the “idiotic” local council trying to ban flags from being flown close to roads. Elsewhere, Camilla and Tim Stanley discuss this week’s Deputy Prime Minister’s Quest...

Jun 17, 2026•35 min

‘Racist’ Restore supporters sent me death threats reveals Reform’s Laila Cunningham

Camilla and Tim are joined by Reform UK’s London mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham, who discusses the racist abuse and death threats she has received as a Muslim woman from Restore supporters, as well as the impact Rupert Lowe’s party is having on Reform’s chances in the Makerfield by-election. They also ask her about Farage’s plans to replace the Equality Act with a new Women and Motherhood Protection Act, and why she believes freedom online should not come at the cost of mandatory age verific...

Jun 16, 2026•37 min

How weak Starmer left Britain defenceless: Rebel armed forces minister reveals all

Camilla and Tim are joined by Al Carns, the former armed forces minister who followed his boss John Healey in resigning last week over Keir Starmer’s inadequate Defence Investment Plan. Elsewhere, they also interview Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who offers to help Andy Burnham cut welfare spending to fund defence if he becomes Prime Minister. She also says the Government’s social media ban for under 16s only happened thanks to amendments made by Conservative politicians. Studio Operator: J...

Jun 15, 2026•38 min

Kingmaker: How Kate became William's secret weapon

In this episode of Royal T: A Quick Cuppa, Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and The Telegraph’s Deputy Royal Editor Victoria Ward are joined by historian Kate Williams to discuss the future of the monarchy. Drawing on her new book Regina, they examine the historical traditions of royal women, the Princess of Wales’s unique path to queenship, and what kind of queen she will become for the modern House of Windsor. We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodca...

Jun 14, 2026•24 min

Woke madness and flag bans: It’s just not British!

In the debut episode of the Weekend T, Telegraph Opinion writers Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon take a look at some comical and controversial news stories. This week they discuss dining pitch side at the World Cup, whether children’s books need trigger warnings, and is a hangover from two glasses of wine really acceptable if you’re British? We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X ► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, ...

Jun 13, 2026•19 min

Makerfield: Reform and Restore at war as polls show Right is split

Camilla and Tim are in Makerfield speaking to the candidates and voters with the by-election less than a week away, As Andy Burnham’s lead in the polls grows, will Reform and Restore split the vote on the Right and hand the keys to Number 10 to the Manchester mayor? Senior Producer: John Cadigan Camera Operator and Video Producer: Will Walters Editor: Camilla Tominey Highlights Will Restore and Reform split the vote on the Right? Is there much enthusiasm for Andy Burnham on the doorstep? Hosted ...

Jun 12, 2026•46 min

Starmer under fire as John Healey quits in almighty row over defence spending

As John Healey resigns as defence secretary, throwing the Government into further disarray, Reform UK MP Danny Kruger joins Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley on today’s Daily T to assess Starmer’s latest crisis, the rising threat to national security from “backdoor” migration, and the latest Belfast riots. He also argues the UK’s tax system penalises families and needs to change to address the declining birth rates. Producer: David Levene Senior Producer: John Cadigan Executive Producer: Charlotte...

Jun 11, 2026•42 min

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