In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey asks if Britain is getting buyer's remorse over Boris Johnson. He takes listeners' thoughts on this issue and on Ken Clarke ahead of speaking with Tim Walker who interviewed Clarke for The New European 's latest edition. Walker then joins our host to delve into the interview in detail. Why is there a lack of talent at the top of the political ladder? Has the race to find the next Conservative leader already begun? And, are we nearing an elected dictato...
Nov 18, 2021•38 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey hears listeners thoughts on MPs having second jobs and their answers as to what second jobs they would like to see Boris Johnson and his cabinet occupying in an ideal world. Former minister for Europe, former MP and Theresa May's de facto deputy David Lidington joins the podcast to discuss this timely issue further and the government's impatience with the rules. The New European journalist Clár Ní Chonghaile shares her thoughts on Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcl...
Nov 11, 2021•42 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey discusses the latest Brexit fallout that's led to the government being hated on both sides of the Channel and sets listeners a challenge of crafting headlines of Brexit disasters, as if they had been reported in pro-Brexit publications (responses of which certainly did not disappoint him). Media commentator and journalist Liz Gerard joins the podcast to lend insights into why national newspapers who backed the Leave campaign continue to pretend as if t...
Nov 04, 2021•27 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey discusses the other elephant in the room - Covid-19. Dr Joe Pajak joins him for a fascinating, and concerning, analysis of the rising Covid rates and shares some personal anecdotes on how his son has been affected by long Covid since catching the virus in March 2020. When will the government act, and are we in for a catastrophic winter if they don't? Also in politics this week, the 2021 budget was announced and 'sewagegate' affected rivers around the U...
Oct 28, 2021•32 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey discusses the plight of the British 'expats' (not migrants) returning to Britain because of Brexit, before hearing listener's thoughts on what the government should be doing to tackle climate change. Columnist and award-winning journalist James Ball joins the podcast to analyse the challenges that COP26 presents, essentially for developing nations, and outlines his expectations for the summit. He also shares his thoughts on banning anonymity on social ...
Oct 21, 2021•27 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey hears listeners' thoughts on Boris Johnson's recent jaunt to Marbella, most of whom weren't best pleased. Senior journalist for The New European Suna Erdem joins the podcast to discuss the situation in Poland and the seriousness of the threat of 'Polexit'. Is European populism in its final days and, back home, how much longer can the government emerge from poor decisions smelling like roses? These are both questions Suna discusses. Plus, Martin Daubney...
Oct 14, 2021•25 min
The New European Podcast is back from its break! In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey hears your thoughts on both Keir Starmer's and Boris Johnson's party conference speeches - with the latter, "Build Back Blather" came to mind for one listener. Journalist and pollster Peter Kellner joins the podcast explaining that he fears the conferences did not teach the public anything they didn't already know, or believe, about either party. As Keir Starmer continues his quest for competency, Kellne...
Oct 07, 2021•24 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey gives Brexiteers a new name, 'It's-nothing-to-do-with-Brexiteers', as politicians blame the gas crisis and further product shortages on anything but the UK's withdrawal from the EU. Writer, political strategist and The New European 's Editor-at-Large Alastair Campbell joins the podcast to discuss why politicians, and the media, won't acknowledge Brexit, the upcoming Labour Party Conference and what Keir Starmer should be saying in his speech. Plus, Bor...
Sep 23, 2021•20 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey ponders if we've reached a point where everything , from HGV driving qualifications to the Ryder Cup, has become a metaphor for Brexit. Journalist, author and European Editor of The New European John Kampfner joins the podcast live from Germany, fresh off his first appearance on German daytime TV, to discuss the cabinet reshuffle, what's next for Germany, and the country's relationship with the EU after the German election. Plus, Gavin Williamson, Bori...
Sep 16, 2021•31 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey dissects the latest calamities of Brexit and hears listeners thoughts on the latest government tax increase to fund social care and the NHS backlog. Author and journalist James Ball compares this latest social care plan to Theresa May's (spoiler alert - this one is much worse), before explaining the similarities between Brexit and the latest version of Cats - both have similar production value and both equally disastrous. Plus, Priti Patel, Ann Widdeco...
Sep 09, 2021•32 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey looks at the NHS blood tube shortage and the conspicuous absence of some beers on Tim Martin's Wetherspoon's menu before asking what it takes for Brexiteers to hold their hands up and apologise? Author and journalist Sarfraz Manzoor joins the podcast to discuss his latest book, They: What Muslims and Non-Muslims Get Wrong About Each Other , how hope can lead to a united society more so than politics and policies and the state of his life-long love of B...
Sep 02, 2021•29 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey delves into the shortage of lorry drivers that has led to supply line issues around the country - if you're heading to a pub beer garden this bank holiday, you may need to think twice about what beer you order - it might not be on offer. Journalist, writer and filmmaker Paul Mason joins the podcast to discuss how to stop fascism, from Poland to the US. How do people become radicalised online so quickly and how can anonymity and pseudonymity cause more ...
Aug 26, 2021•41 min
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey delves into the latest choice remarks from foreign secretary Dominic Raab and hears The New European Podcast 's listeners thoughts on what Britain can learn from its involvement in Afghanistan. Broadcaster and Journalist Mark Mardell guest stars on the podcast to discuss if the BBC's independence is under threat, his new documentary podcast Trading Blows , and how while exporters new regulations may have been deemed 'teething problems', they can still ...
Aug 19, 2021•29 min
In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by journalist Suna Erdem who discusses the pan European qualities of a British term - levelling up - and explains what can be achieved in the short term for an issue that has decades ahead of it. Author and journalist James Rodgers shares his first-hand experiences of being in Russia in 1991 during the fall of the Soviet Union and what it was like to see the world he had grown up with change right in front of his eyes. Plus, Owen Paterson MP,...
Aug 12, 2021•49 min
For this week's bumper summer special issue episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by journalist Rashmee Roshan Lall who discusses if the government's love of India is reciprocated and emphasises the importance of keeping your word in politics. Global editor of The Bureau of Investigative Journalism James Ball considers the issues on both sides of the Cannabis legalisation debate, commenting that liberal legalisation processes can often occur unexpectedly and suddenly. Finally, for this week's s...
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 17 min
In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by writer and self-proclaimed bon viveur Zoe Williams who discusses the concerning rise of Priti Patel, and the even more troubling future of the new right. Political strategist and former political secretary to Tony Blair and communications director to Julia Gillard John McTernan delves into the traits of Dominic Cummings the disruptor and explains how Keir Starmer can win the next election by taking certain issues off the table. Plus, Lord ...
Jul 22, 2021•56 min
In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by writer and broadcaster Steve Richards who rebukes claims that football results have a direct effect on political polls. Writer, communicator and our Editor-at-large Alastair Campbell explains how, and why, sado-populists get away with their sado-populist politics. Plus, we include a snippet of Jason Solomons' interview with the great Charlotte Gainsbourg, exclusively from the Cannes Film Festival and you can listen to the interview in full...
Jul 15, 2021•56 min
In this special edition episode, Jason Solomons is in Cannes to bring listeners the sounds of the world's most glamorous and influential film festival. He speaks to European style icon Charlotte Gainsbourg, Norway's rising star Renate Reinsve, Cannes Film Festival legend Jeremy Thomas and many more. At long last, Cannes is back! Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 14, 2021•51 min
In this week's episode, host Steve Anglesey is joined by author and journalist John Kampfner to discuss why the West's vaccine nationalism has done the world no favours. But, not before he offers a variety of metaphors to describe Berlin's reaction to England securing a place in the Euro 2020 final. Broadcaster and author Bonnie Greer delves into the solutions to protest politics and shares her response to being stopped on the street by unfriendly faces. Plus, hotel inspector Alex Polizzi, far-r...
Jul 08, 2021•47 min
In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by Politics.co.uk 's Ian Dunt who explains why everyone hated Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and how reclaiming the Brexit narrative could mean the demise of Boris Johnson. Presenter and critic Jason Solomons divulges the best 50 European films ever made and looks forward to the upcoming Cannes Film Festival - even if he is still pondering how you greet red carpet goers in the time of Covid. Plus, Lord Moylan, Ann Widdecombe and roaming charge deniers ent...
Jul 01, 2021•45 min
In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by comedian and author Mitch Benn who pleads the nation to stop with these mandatory and fake proclamations of patriotism at every corner. Broadcaster and author Gavin Esler dissects the language behind global Britain and levelling up, and shares the tale of a somewhat unlikely fan in Texas. Plus, Boris Johnson, Andrea Leadsom and Daniel Hannan enter the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted on Acast. ...
Jun 24, 2021•55 min
In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by chair of the European Movement Andrew Adonis to discuss how the pandemic has clouded the real impact of Brexit, and shares why he will be donning his beloved EU socks in parliamentary proceedings from now on. Former BBC business correspondent Jonty Bloom talks the realities of the post-Brexit trade deal with Australia. Plus, GB News and Ann Widdecombe enter the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted ...
Jun 17, 2021•48 min
In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by historian James Hawes to look back at how Brexit could have been sparked by former pro-European prime minister John Major. Journalist Liz Gerard looks at the fall of the Murdoch empire, and how the Sun has lost its way since the EU referendum. Is their loyal allegiance to Boris Johnson part of the problem? Plus, Brexiteers Noel Gallagher and Martin Daubney enter the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Ho...
Jun 10, 2021•47 min
On this week's podcast, host Steve Anglesey is joined by former German newspaper editor Tanit Koch to give a European perspective on post-Brexit politics and culture. Award-winning journalist James Ball talks about how Joe Biden has shaken off his 'sleepy Joe' nickname, and we discuss how Keir Starmer fared against Piers Morgan on Life Stories . Finally, we look at the latest Brexiteer remorse, and listeners give suggestions for the wedding gifts they would give Boris Johnson. A five-star review...
Jun 03, 2021•48 min
On this week's podcast, Steve Anglesey discusses Dominic Cummings' select committee appearance and is joined by award-winning journalist John Kampfner to talk about Vladimir Putin's latest gamble in the Arctic and why Europe should brace itself for more aggression from Moscow. Meanwhile, Francis Beckett discusses Labour's 2024 election fortunes and why the party needs to part ways with its union roots. A five-star review of this podcast helps to spread the word. If you enjoyed this week's episod...
May 27, 2021•49 min
On this week's podcast, Steve Anglesey is joined by Frances Weetman to discuss the rise of the Green Party across Britain. Can they become England's third party? And what does it mean for the rest of the left? Meanwhile, Liz Gerard talks about Boris Johnson's latest culture war - the possibility of former Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre becoming the head of OFCOM. Plus there are more entrants into the Hall of Shame and a return for Ann Widdecombe corner. A five-star review of this podcast helps to ...
May 20, 2021•45 min
Professor Paddy Hoey joins Steve Anglesey to talk about how Labour can avoid a repeat of last week's dismal election results and the glimmers of hope for Keir Starmer that many are ignoring. Plus, food writer Josh Barrie explains why buying British isn't all it's cracked up to be and why Brexit could be to blame. Also, Steve inducts more people into the Hall of Shame. Help spread the word of this podcast by leaving a five-star review on the podcast catcher of choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
May 13, 2021•57 min
Comedian Mitch Benn joins Steve Anglesey to talk about the battle over fishing rights and why it's hard for Remainers to not say "we told you so". Plus, how Keir Starmer can improve and Jed Mercurio's not-very-subtle digs at Boris Johnson. Then Belfast Telegraph journalist Gail Walker joins to preview the DUP's leadership election, and what it means for Unionism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 07, 2021•54 min
Former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell talks about the scandals engulfing Number 10 and how Keir Starmer helped produce a 'Kevin Keegan' moment at PMQs. Journalist Tim Walker explains why it's time for a fully independent speaker in the Commons and wonders if Michael Gove could be the next PM. Plus Chris Deerin looks at whether Scotland will lurch closer to independence on May 6... and if Anas Sarwar can turn the tide. Plus your suggestions on how to redecorate the Downi...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Can Labour overcome vaccine euphoria and Brexit memories to hold on in Hartlepool? And can they bounce back in Wales, where the independence movement is growing - but so are calls to scrap the Senedd. With Steve Anglesey, Robyn Vinter and Auriol Miller. Enjoyed this episode? Please review us through your podcast platform of choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2021•56 min
