Iain Dale All Talk

Iain Dale interviews former Labour MP and shadow cabinet figure Jonathan Ashworth, who's now the boss of the influential Labour Together think tank. They talk about life after losing an election, how the government is getting on, whether he'd like to return to the political front line and more!

Iain Dale interviews former culture secretary Nadine Dorries about her latest book DOWNFALL: THE SELF-DESTRUCTION OF THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY. They discuss what's going wrong for the Tories - and the toxic culture Nadine thinks is rife in Westminster.

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to historian and author Sir Richard Evans - who used to teach Iain at uni! They discuss his book HITLER'S PEOPLE, all about those men and women who created and served the Third Reich - and why so many Germans took part in the crimes of Nazi Germany. Sir Richard also takes calls from LBC listeners.

Iain Dale interviews historian and journalist Katja Hoyer about what life was like in East Germany, where she was born, as well as the fall of the Berlin Wall, getting used to British culture (including Doctor Who) and plenty more besides.

Iain Dale interviews Royal journalist and filmmaker Robert Hardman about how King Charles III has settled into the role, whether Donald Trump got along with Queen Elisabeth II and which prime ministers got on best with the late Queen - as well as Robert's book CHARLES III: NEW KING. NEW COURT. THE INSIDE STORY.

Iain Dale interviews former Conservative MP and Father of the House of Commons Sir Peter Bottomley. They discuss his many years of service as an MP, doing battle with journalists and how politics has changed - and much more.

Iain Dale interviews political adviser Tom Skinner about his work on James Cleverly's leadership campaign and what went wrong, working in government under Liz Truss - and what the Conservative Party should do next.

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews podcaster and former Scottish Tory leader Baroness Ruth Davidson live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about the future of the Conservative Party, whether she’ll make a return to frontline politics, why she thinks Labour is wrong, imposter syndrome and more!

Matthew Stadlen sits in at the Edinburgh Fringe and is joined by the former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. This was recorded in August - and we're releasing it now after Alex died at the age of 69.

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews three top analysts, pollster Sir John Curtice, Scottish political journalist Brian Taylor and seasoned Westminster-watcher Michael Crick - they look back on the election and consider the big issues facing the new government.

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews broadcasters Chris Kamara and Ben Shephard, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss that 'I don't know Jeff' moment, their years presenting Goals on Sunday together, Kammy's experience living with apraxia and more.

Iain Dale interviews Robert Harris about his new novel Precipice, a thrilling account of a love affair between Prime Minister H.H. Asquith and reckless 26-year old aristocrat Venetia Stanley - in a country on the brink of war.

Iain Dale interviews former Tory cabinet minister Dame Andrea Leadsom in an episode recorded shortly after the election. They discuss what the Tories need to do to change their fate, Andrea's commitment to early years and whether parents need to take responsibility for their kids' teeth, what's wrong with the civil service and whether she'd work with the new Labour government - plus much more besides!

Iain Dale interviews former Tory MP Anna Firth, in an episode recorded shortly after the general election. They talk about the election result and how it feels to lose, the influence of Reform UK, her campaigning against pet theft, and the legacy of Sir David Amess, who preceded her in her seat.

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews safeguarding minister Jess Phillips, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about the work she wants to do to tackle violence against women and girls, how to push back against Andrew Tate and whether social media is any fun anymore.

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews former Scottish first minister Humza Yousaf, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss how his premiership as first minister ended, his reaction to the riots, whether independence is doomed - and loads more.

Matthew Stadlen sits in for Iain and interviews actor Miriam Margolyes, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss her years on the stage, the magic of Charles Dickens and the appeal of the bottom! (Not for the faint-hearted!)

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews health secretary Wes Streeting, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what it's like in such a big job at 41, whether the Labour government can truly deliver change - and how his own health issues have informed his work.

Matthew Stadlen sits in and interviews former prime minister Liz Truss, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what it's like being prime minister, what went wrong for her premiership, what's next for the Conservative Party and the disorder we're seeing in the UK at the moment - and much more besides.

Iain Dale interviews journalist Eleanor Mills about her career in journalism, sexism in the media and her new book MUCH MORE TO COME: LESSONS ON THE MAYHEM AND MAGNIFICENCE OF MIDLIFE.

Iain chats to the journalist Tim Shipman, who is the Sunday Times' chief political commentator, as well as the author of a series of books detailing the UK's departure from the European Union and the political difficulties faced since Brexit. The latest book is called 'No Way Out: Brexit: From the Backstop to Boris'.

Iain talks to the military historian Dr Peter Caddick-Adams, who has written a new biography or Sir Winston Churchill. After writing an essay on Britain's wartime Prime Minister for the book 'The Prime Ministers', edited by Iain, Peter has expanded his research into how Churchill led the nation through the Second World War and how his experiences during the previous conflict shaped his decision-making.

Iain speaks to former Conservative Cabinet Minister Sir Brandon Lewis about his decision to stand down from Parliament at the 2024 General Election, his experiences as a Cabinet Minister in the governments of Theresa May, Boris Johnson and Liz Truss, and how the Conservatives can rebuild from their bruising defeat in that 2024 election.

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to former Labour leader Lord Kinnock. They discuss the election campaign, whether Keir Starmer is ready, the betting scandal, the future of the Labour Party and his own experience fighting elections. Neil also takes calls from LBC listeners.

Iain Dale interviews former Conservative MP and minister Robert Halfon about leaving politics and what might come next, the challenges of articulating a case for Israel, whether he'd offer his services to a Labour government - and much else besides!

Iain Dale interviews author and biographer Linda McDougall about her life of political journalism, marriage with late Labour MP Austin Mitchell and her latest book about Harold Wilson's trusted adviser and confidante MARCIA WILLIAMS: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF BARONESS FALKENDER.

Iain Dale interviews fellow LBC presenter Ian Payne about how he discovered his love of sport, whether he enjoyed his stint on telly and the magic of early morning radio.

In an interview from Iain's radio programme in 2011, he interviews the late broadcaster Peter Sissons. They speak about Peter's childhood going to school with the Beatles, his extraordinary life in broadcasting and his memoirs.

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby about his new book ENDGAME 1944: HOW STALIN WON THE WAR, which details the year which sealed the fate of the Nazis. Jonathan also speaks about his time at the BBC, and how the media landscape is changing. This episode was recorded before the prime minister called the general election.

Iain Dale interviews one of his best friends, Deborah Slattery, who became a Conservative Party agent and was Iain’s campaign manager in North Norfolk. She was director of the Norfolk Deaf Association, and moved to Spain nine years ago. They also discuss child bereavement after Deborah and her husband Mike lost their six year old daughter Georgina to a terminal brain tumour.

Iain Dale interviews veteran broadcaster Fred Dinenage about his sixty years in broadcasting, the challenges and fun of working local news and kids TV - and his relationship with the Kray twins!

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Helen Lederer about getting through rejection in her career, being honest on stage and the changing comedy landscape, as well as plenty of stories from her memoir NOT THAT I'M BITTER.Due to a technical issue, there is a very short period in the middle in which the sound quality changes. The discussion is such fun, we've left that bit in.

Iain Dale interviews author and commentator Matthew Syed about his former life as a professional table tennis player, the UK's economic trouble, whether he still has political ambitions and much more besides.

Iain Dale interviews author, social entrepreneur and Baptist minister Reverend Steve Chalke about optimism, religion, making a positive difference and much more.

Iain Dale interviews former Prime Minister Liz Truss about her time in office, what conservatives are getting wrong, Biden vs Trump, net zero, defence spending 'activism' in the civil service, bugging Boris Johnson in hospital and much more besides, as well as Liz's new book TEN YEARS TO SAVE THE WEST.

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to comedian Matt Forde. They discuss his life-changing cancer diagnosis and recovery, the state of the political parties... and he gives us some of his best impressions! Matt also takes calls from LBC listeners.

Iain Dale interviews Labour peer and former MP Lord Hain about his time helping negotiate peace in Northern Ireland, the art of writing a good biography, and his latest thriller novel THE LION CONSPIRACY, which focuses on the real life corruption surrounding lion poaching in South Africa.

Iain Dale interviews author and comedy scriptwriter John O'Farrell about whether family should matter more than politics, standing against Theresa May in Maidenhead, his comedy writing (including the Mrs Doubtfire Musical!) and much else besides, including his new satirical novel about our divided times, FAMILY POLITICS.

Iain Dale interviews former Green Party leader Natalie Bennett about her views on how the economy should be reformed (debate ensues!), her time leading her party, how she got her peerage and whether she likes dealing with the media. They also talk about her new book CHANGE EVERYTHING: HOW WE CAN RETHINK, REPAIR AND REBUILD SOCIETY.

Iain Dale interviews LBC presenter Tom Swarbrick about his time as a reporter (during which he once tried to take a horse on a bus), working in Number 10 with Theresa May, taking over the drivetime slot on LBC and dealing with breaking news.

Iain Dale interviews journalist and author Peter Hitchens about his changing political views, the death of his mother, rediscovering religious faith, whether our prisons work and why he thinks he should be doing more TV work!

Iain Dale interviews former leader of the Conservative Party Lord Howard about his journey through politics, his experiences of the 2005 election, that interview with Jeremy Paxman and Ann Widdecombe saying there was 'something of the night about him' - and much more besides.

On this special edition to mark 250 episodes, Iain Dale is the interviewee. Carolyn Quinn speaks to him about his childhood growing up on a farm, his career in and around politics and getting into radio.

Iain Dale interviews businessman Lord Bilimoria about why he founded Cobra Beer, his time as president of the CBI during the pandemic, his British Asian identity and whether Brexit is going very well.

Iain Dale interviews former cabinet minister Baroness Chalker about her remarkable life in frontline politics, losing her mum when she was only a teenager, working with Margaret Thatcher - and being pegged by Iain as the next prime minister!

Iain Dale interviews journalist and co-host of the podcast The News Agents about the US election, his career at the BBC, his biggest interviews, hopes and regrets - and much more.

To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to Dov Forman, social media creator and great-grandchild of Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert.

Iain Dale interviews Lord Pickles ahead of Holocaust Memorial Day. They discuss his role as Special Envoy for Post-Holocaust issues, how important it is to remember the Holocaust and his desire for a permanent memorial in Westminster.

Iain Dale interviews Liberal Democrat Chief Whip Wendy Chamberlain about keeping her MPs in check, her former work in the police and being in a relationship with someone from a different political party.

Iain Dale interviews Deputy Speaker of the House of Commons Nigel Evans about the challenges of being largely neutral in his role, his relationship with former speaker John Bercow, being accused and acquitted of sexual abuse and coming out as gay

In this extra edition of All Talk, we look back to 2018 when psychotherapist and former political advisor and lobbyist Derek Draper joined Iain on his radio show to talk about his book CREATE SPACE. They discuss Derek's insights into how to live a happier, more fulfilling life and how to get the most out of your career. We remember Derek Draper, who died today at the age of 56.

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to the Guardian's John Crace. They discuss the state of our political system, the art of satire and his struggles with addiction, as well as his book DEPRAVED NEW WORLD.

Some of the best bits from Iain's All Talk interviews of 2023 - featuring LBC presenter Lewis Goodall, diplomat Lord Renwick, LGBT campaigner Peter Tatchell, British Ambassador to the U.S. Dame Karen Pierce, broadcaster and psychologist Dr Sian Williams, comedian and impressionist Steve Nallon, TV producer Rob Burley, economist Linda Yueh, The Sun's political editor Harry Cole, Radio X presenter Johnny Vaughan, anti conversion therapy campaigner Jayne Ozanne, journalist Carolyn Quinn, former Guardian editor Alan Rusbridger and the one and only Cliff Richard.

A festive treat. Iain Dale interviews Cliff Richard live at the Hammersmith Apollo in London about his childhood, all the stars he's met over the years, who he'd like to collaborate with next and so much more. For Iain's full story about interviewing Cliff, go to iaindale.com!

Iain Dale interviews comedian, writer and podcaster Kevin Day. They discuss tribalism in football, Kevin getting thrown out of university and starting out in comedy as a working class lad… and the ego all comedians need in order to be successful.

Iain Dale interviews Prospect Magazine editor, and former Guardian editor, Alan Rusbridger about his love for journalism, making changes at the Guardian, the shifting sands in broadcasting and his relationship with Julian Assange.

In this bonus edition of All Talk, we look back to 2011 when former Chancellor Alistair Darling joined Iain on his radio show to talk about his book BACK FROM THE BRINK. They also discuss his relationship with Gordon Brown, the financial crash and the fate of the Eurozone. We remember Alistair Darling, who died today at the age of 70.

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Carolyn Quinn about starting out in radio, her career at the BBC, impartiality, diversity on the radio and the gender pay gap.

Iain Dale interviews evangelical Christian and Chair of the Ban Conversion Therapy Coalition about whether the UK is going in the right direction on LGBT rights, Jayne's experiences with the Church and coming out and whether Justin Welby is still the right man to be the Archbishop of Canterbury. Due to a technical issue, there are very short periods in which the sound quality changes. The discussion is so insightful, we've left those bits in.

Iain Dale speaks on his LBC show to retired High Court judge Sir Nicholas Mostyn. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2020 and speaks about his experiences, as well as engaging with callers about their lives too.

Iain Dale interviews writer, broadcaster and networker Julia Hobsbawm about the importance of confidence, public speaking, mixing with all sorts of people, growing up with a well-known father and much more.

Iain Dale interviews the Mayor of the North of Tyne area Jamie Driscoll. They talk about how Labour blocked him from standing again under their banner, breaking into politics, how to lead on a local level and now raising his young boys to argue well.

Iain Dale speaks to Health Secretary Steve Barclay for the Policy Exchange - live from the Conservative Party Conference.

Iain Dale interviews political historian Nigel Fletcher about British opposition leaders over time - those who missed out on being Prime Minister, as well as Nigel's own experience of being an opposition leader in a council. What are the challenges of opposition? What's the boundary between opposition and protest? It's all through the lens of Nigel's new book THE NOT QUITE PRIME MINISTERS.

Iain Dale interviews political journalist and broadcaster Steve Richards. They discuss the huge political moments which changed the course of history over the last eighty years - detailed in his new book TURNING POINTS: CRISIS AND CHANGE IN MODERN BRITAIN FROM 1945 TO TRUSS.

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Ros Atkins about his career in news, his skill in explaining complex ideas and events in simple terms and his new book 'THE ART OF EXPLANATION: HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH CLARITY AND CONFIDENCE'.

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Johnny Vaughan about his unique show on Radio X, whether he misses telly, what it takes to be an LBC presenter, his tastes in music and literature, and the tricky subject of listener complaints!

Iain Dale interviews former Labour Leader Jeremy Corbyn and former General Secretary of Unite Len McCluskey, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk contemporary politics and Jeremy's next steps, but they also discuss their new poetry book 'Poetry for the Many: An Anthology'.

Iain Dale interviews legendary polling expert Sir John Curtice and Scottish political broadcaster Brian Taylor. They talk all things politics - the current state of play, how things might shift before the next election and what the hot button issues are for the British public. There's even a bit of singing too.

Iain Dale interviews First Minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss the SNP's turmoil, filling Nicola Sturgeon's shoes, the racial prejudice he's faced throughout his career... and there are four interruptions!

Iain Dale interviews Labour MP and Shadow Domestic Violence and Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what issues matter to the public, Keir Starmer vs Rishi Sunak, whether she'll keep her brief in a reshuffle, the Barbie Movie and much more besides.

Iain Dale interviews columnists Polly Toynbee and Peter Hitchens, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. It gets heated as they discuss the downfall of marriage in the UK, whether Brexit is going well, how to write a column and much more.

Iain Dale interviews former Leader of the Liberal Democrats Vince Cable, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss what went wrong in the coalition, privatising Royal Mail, the challenges of leading a smaller party and whether he's an 'apologist' for the Chinese government - as well as loads more!

Iain Dale interviews Labour MP Harriet Harman about the privileges committee investigation into Boris Johnson, the death of her husband Jack Dromey and the challenges overcome by women in Westminster.

Iain Dale interviews Alba Party Leader Alex Salmond and former Brexit Secretary David Davis, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk Scottish politics, whether Brexit could have gone better... and their unusual political friendship.

Iain Dale interviews former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. No topics are off-limits and they talk all things SNP; the current turmoil, the record of her government, how Humza Yousaf is getting on... and much more besides.

Iain Dale interviews Shadow Health Secretary and Labour MP Wes Streeting, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about Wes's spat with the SNP's Stephen Flynn, whether Wes is 'right wing', and his book ONE BOY, TWO BILLS AND A FRY UP: A MEMOIR OF GROWING UP AND GETTING ON.

See this as a tasting menu for the delights to come, in thirteen All Talk interviews recorded in front of a live audience at the Edinburgh Fringe. Featuring Mick Lynch, Jess Phillips, Alex Salmond and David Davis, Nicola Sturgeon, Chris Mullin and Sasha Swire, Wes Streeting, Harriet Harman, Polly Toynbee and Peter Hitchens, Penny Mordaunt, Jeremy Corbyn and Len McCluskey, Sir John Curtice and Brian Taylor - finishing with Humza Yousaf. Enjoy! The full episodes will all be released over the next few weeks.

Iain Dale interviews writer and former MP Chris Mullin alongside acclaimed author Sasha Swire about their passion for political diarism. It's a conversation bursting with great anecdotes culled from the corridors of Westminster, as well as plenty of takes on the current state of politics too.

Iain Dale interviews Lord President of the Council and Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about her unique role in the Coronation, whether the Tories can win the next election, connecting with the public and how to argue well in the House of Commons, and much else!

Iain Dale interviews General Secretary of the RMT union Mick Lynch, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about Mick's youth growing up in multicultural West London, becoming active in trade unionism, Keir Starmer's missions, the RMT's ongoing dispute over pay and plans to shut train ticket offices, class conflict and much more besides.

Iain Dale interviews political journalist and author Harry Cole about his work as political editor of The Sun, dealing with the different Downing Street administrations over recent years, how to deal with slow news days and what's coming next in British politics.

Iain Dale interviews economist and author Dr Linda Yueh about growing up in Taiwan and the United States, how to manage a country's economy, the overlap between political and financial crises and her book THE GREAT CRASHES: LESSONS FROM GLOBAL MELTDOWNS AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM.

Iain Dale interviews academic and podcaster Kieran Maguire about his career making football finance make sense, whether there's too much money in the beautiful game... and a surprise phone call from a certain former prime minister. His podcast is THE PRICE OF FOOTBALL. [Recorded in a spacious living room.]

Iain Dale interviews journalist and comedian Viv Groskop about the importance of confidence to success in various careers, the thrills and challenges of being on stage and being proud of your roots. It's all part of her new book HAPPY HIGH STATUS: HOW TO BE EFFORTLESSLY CONFIDENT.

Iain Dale interviews The Guardian’s Ireland correspondent about his career in journalism as a foreign correspondent. They also talk his new book KILLING THATCHER, which Iain describes as his Book of the Year. Its focus is the IRA bombing of The Grand Hotel in Brighton in 1984, but it’s about so much more than that too.

Iain Dale interviews television producer Rob Burley about the rise of political TV, whether a 'tough' interviewing style is always right, the relationship between producers and presenters and some fascinating stories from his new book WHY IS THIS LYING BASTARD LYING TO ME?

Iain Dale interviews inequality academic and author Faiza Shaheen about social mobility, running to be an MP, diversity in politics and her new book KNOW YOUR PLACE: HOW SOCIETY SETS US UP TO FAIL AND WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT.

Iain Dale interviews diarist and former Labour MP Chris Mullin about the newly released fourth volume DIDN'T YOU USE TO BE CHRIS MULLIN?, which covers political events between 2010 and 2022. They discuss the sheer volume of changes during that period - including the highs and lows of the Conservative Party with its four leaders and the tumult in the Labour Party under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.

Iain Dale interviews Ben Kentish about how to be a lobby journalist, building and maintaining relationships with politicians and advisers... and being a 'pain in the arse' at school.

Iain Dale interviews Baroness Helena Kennedy about her life as a lawyer tackling violence against women and girls, the difficulty of balancing political views with legal work... and her unique role in the Coronation of King Charles III.

Iain Dale interviews impressionist and writer Steve Nallon about the tricks of his trade as a voice artist, the easiest public figures to impersonate and how he's adapted his repertoire over time. They also discuss Steve's new novel for young people THE TIME THAT NEVER WAS.

Iain Dale interviews American author and historian Alvin Felzenberg about getting to know numerous US presidents, including Ronald Reagan and the Bushes, working on the 9/11 Commission and how he would rank American leaders throughout history.

Brexit, Covid, Partygate, lockdowns, leaks, the war in Ukraine, a cost-of-living crisis and the scandals that plagued our politics. Guto Harri was in the room when the big decisions were made. In this podcast, expect unprecedented access behind the shiny black door of Number 10 Downing Street, during one of the most chaotic periods in British political history.  Guto was Boris Johnson’s Communications Chief. When he first walked over the Number 10 threshold, things weren’t normal. A set of circumstances, scandals and chaos that will never be repeated. It was unprecedented. Episode one out now on Global Player.

Iain Dale interviews comedian and actor Njambi McGrath about her career in comedy, the damage done by the British Empire and her book THROUGH THE LEOPARD'S GAZE, which details her harrowing but inspiring childhood in Kenya.

Iain Dale interviews foreign affairs journalist and author Tim Marshall about his time as a TV correspondent, the personalities and characters he's met throughout his career covering major international events, as well as his new book THE FUTURE OF GEOGRAPHY: HOW POWER AND POLITICS IN SPACE WILL CHANGE OUR WORLD.

Iain Dale interviews veteran journalist and writer Julia Langdon. They discuss the challenges of breaking into journalism, forming relationships with politicians and the wide variety of people Julia has interviewed. She's gone toe-to-toe with then Archbishop of Canterbury Robert Runcie, Chinese revolutionary leader Deng Xiaoping and the poet Ogden Nash, among many others. Also, she once caught out Jeffrey Archer doing a fake American accent...

Iain Dale interviews trade unionist and campaigner Len McCluskey. They discuss his childhood in Liverpool, taking on Margaret Thatcher's government and how unions have changed over the years, as well as the challenges from his time as General Secretary of Unite. Len's book is ALWAYS RED.

Iain Dale interviews political academic Professor Tim Bale about whether being impartial helps or hinders his work, the influence of 'celebrity' Brexiteers, the highs and lows of the Conservative leadership contest and his book THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY AFTER BREXIT: TURMOIL AND TRANSFORMATION.

Iain Dale interviews NHS psychologist and broadcaster Dr Sian Williams about moving from news presenting to counselling, how to handle anxiety, stress and trauma, as well as her book RISE: A FIRST-AID KIT FOR GETTING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES.

Iain Dale interviews singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin. They discuss the start of his musical career as a busker in York, how he was mentored by Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, as well as the inspiration behind some of the songs on his latest album FOREVER TODAY: A TRIBUTE TO ROBIN GIBB.

Iain Dale interviews Conservative MP and Schools Minister Nick Gibb. They discuss how he got into politics, whether he's afraid to have a row with headteachers and whether he'll achieve what he wants to achieve before the next election.

Iain Dale interviews Guardian columnist and author Zoe Williams. They discuss her upbringing, whether Oxbridge is what it's cracked up to be, how to write a column and the kind of people she dreads to interview.

Iain Dale is in Washington and interviews Dame Karen Pierce, British Ambassador to the United States. They discuss a day in the life of a diplomat, as well as the importance of the 'special relationship', the Northern Ireland protocol and how the American people responded to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Arthur Smith. They discuss when Arthur found out he was funny, the feeling when a show goes wrong and the power of the Edinburgh Fringe. Arthur's stage show MY FIRST 75 YEARS IN COMEDY is playing at the Pleasance Theatre in London.

Iain Dale interviews the equality campaigner Peter Tatchell, in the week of the 40th anniversary of the Bermondsey by-election, often described as the dirtiest, most violent and most homophobic election in Britain since 1945. They discuss Peter's inspiration for a lifetime of campaigning, gay marriage in the UK and the most evil person Peter has ever met.

Iain Dale interviews former British Ambassador to the United States, Lord Renwick. They discuss the policies and vision of President George H.W. Bush, in comparison with many other US Presidents, as well as Lord Renwick's own varied and fascinating career. It's all based around his new book A TRUE STATESMAN: GEORGE H.W. BUSH AND THE 'INDISPENSABLE NATION'.

Iain Dale interviews left wing activist and commentator Michael Chessum about his views, philosophy and political activism, based around his new book THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING: MAKING OF A NEW LEFT, FROM ANTI-AUSTERITY TO THE FALL OF CORBYN.

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem leader Tim Farron about his book A MUCKY BUSINESS: WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD GET INVOLVED IN POLITICS. This is Tim’s second appearance on the podcast. Scroll down the episode list to listen to his first appearance, where he talks about his life and political career.

Iain Dale talks to veteran political journalist Donald Macintyre about his life and career as a Labour editor, political editor and foreign correspondent

Iain Dale talks to Lewis Goodall, co-presenter of the News Agents podcast and presenter of LBC’s Friday evening show. He talks about his background in Birmingham, students days at Oxford, how he got into journalism and his various roles at the BBC and Sky News.

Iain Dale talks to Sebastian Payne, who was recently appointed the new director of the Onward think tank after a decade in political journalism with The Guardian, Spectator and the Financial Times. He has written two books, BROKEN HEARTLANDS and THE FALL OF BORIS JOHNSON.

Iain Dale talks to former Labour cabinet minister Alan Johnson about his post political life and his new novel, ONE OF OUR MINISTERS IS MISSING. He also talks about the state of the Labour Party and the modern breed of trade union leaders.

More of the best of All Talk from 2022, Iain chats to amongst others, Michael Brown, David Dimbleby, John Stapleton and Cliff Richard!

Iain Dale talks to his favourite singer of all time, Sir Cliff Richard. They discuss his new album, Cliff at Christmas, his rivalry with Stormzy, why he still tours at the age of 82, plus all aspects of his 8 decades in the music industry. They also discuss his ideal Christmas and his religious views. And don’t forget to buy the new album!

In this best of All Talk from 2022, Iain speaks to Tony Blackburn, Andrew Adonis, Shelagh Fogarty, Martin Stanford, Neil Kinnock, Steve Allen, Nick Robinson, Shola Mos Shogbamimu, Harvey Proctor & Simon Wooley

Iain Dale talks to LBC’s political editor Theo Usherwood about his life, career in print journalism and then broadcasting. Theo talks about the challenges of covering politics in the modern digital age and speaks movingly of his near death experience after contracting Covid in the early days of the Pandemic.

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem MP Mark Oaten about his life, career and the events which led to his political downfall.

Iain Dale talks to Roger Mosey about his career in broadcasting. Starting off in 1980 as a reporter on BBC Local Radio, Roger rose through the BBC ranks to edit PM, World at One and Today, before becoming Controller of Radio Five Live, Director of TV News and Head of Sport. He directed the TV coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. He is now Master of Selwyn College, Cambridge.

Iain Dale talks to outgoing general secretary of the TUC Frances O’Grady about her life and career in the trade union movement.

Iain Dale talks to TV host Ben Shephard about his life in broadcasting, his love for West Ham, hosting Good Morning Britain and Tipping Point, Mary from Coronation Street’s love for HIM and his new book called HUMBLE HEROES.

Iain Dale talks to Ann Widdecombe about her life and political career, including her various forays into reality TV and pantomime, as well as her books, socially conservative views and why she left the Conservatives to stand for the Brexit Party.

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem deputy leader Sir Simon Hughes about his life in politics. Simon was a Liberal and then Liberal Democrat MP from 1983 – 2015, representing the Bermondsey area of Southwark. They talk about the coalition, his post MP life and about his sexuality.

Iain Dale talks to legendary broadcaster John Stapleton about his career in journalism and broadcasting.

Iain Dale talks to legendary broadcaster David Dimbelby about his memoir, KEEP TALKING and his life and career in broadcasting.

Iain Dale talks to psychotherapist, broadcaster and writer Lucy Beresford. Explicit.

Iain Dale talks to his auntie Esther about her life and their families. Her husband, John, was Iain’s father’s brother. Born in 1936, She remembers things going back to the age of two and has lived a very happy life in the farming world in Essex and North Devon, where she lives now, near to two of her three children.

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Hove & Portslade, Peter Kyle, about his childhood, dyslexia, being gay, his work ethic, and what it’s like to share an office with Wes Streeting.

Iain Dale interviews Defence Secretary Ben Wallace at a fringe meeting at the Conservative Conference in Birmingham, organised by the think tank, Onward.

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Michael Brown about his early life, his 18 years as an MP and how he rebuilt his career after losing his seat in 1997.

Iain Dale talks to Baroness Claire Fox about her life, her past in the Revolutionary Communist Party, Living Marxism, the Institute/Academy of Idea, the Brexit Party, her time as an MEP and her membership of the House of Lords.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain talks to Owen Jones & Ash Sarkar

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode, Iain speaks to the many voices of Rory Bremner.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode, Iain talks to Sir Tim Rice and they cover everything from how he first met Andrew Lloyd Webber to which of his own productions does he still enjoy seeing the most?

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain speaks to former leader of the Labour Party, Jeremy Corbyn.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain is joined by Jess Phillips, Member of Parliament for Birmingham Yardley since 2015. A member of the Labour Party, she has been Shadow Minister for Domestic Violence and Safeguarding in Keir Starmer's Opposition.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. This episode is with historian Mary Beard.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this episode Iain speaks to Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and MP for Ashton-under-Lyne since 2015, Angela Rayner.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. In this podcast, Iain talks to historian, presenter and author David Starkey.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three year’s on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. Today Iain Dale & Jacqui Smith interview Labour leader, Keir Starmer.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. This is his headline-grabbing conversation with Scottish First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next few weeks we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. Two a week each Wednesday and Saturday. His second guest was former Scottish Conservative leader, Ruth Davidson.

This podcast began as a result of Iain Dale’s All Talk show at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2019. Three years on Iain is back in Edinburgh and over the course of the next three months we will be bringing you all 11 of his shows on this podcast. One a week each Wednesday. His first guest was former Conservative MP and co-host of the Rest is Politics podcast, Rory Stewart.

Ten years ago Iain Dale interviewed legendary comedienne Joan Rivers. She was to die only two years later. So here’s one from the archives. Prepare for your cheekbones to ache.

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and former minister Kemi Badenoch.

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and chair of the Foreign Affairs Select Committe Tom Tugendhat.

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and International Trade minister Penny Mordaunt.

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi.

BONUS: Iain Dale is joined on his LBC show by Conservative leadership candidate and Transport Secretary Grant Shapps.

Iain Dale talks to Simon Woolley, now Lord Woolley of Woodford, about his new autobiography, SOAR: MY JOURNEY FROM COUNCIL ESTATE TO THE HOUSE OF COMMONS.

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Harvey Proctor about his life and career. They discuss his eight years in parliament which ended in 1987 and spend the second half of the podcast discussing the allegations made against him by Operation Midland and the years it has taken to clear his name. It’s at times a difficult listen, with some tears along the way.

Iain Dale talks to author and broadcaster Dr Shola Mos Shogbamimu about her views, her life, campaigning, faith and beliefs.

Iain Dale interviews his colleague and LBC late night legend Clive Bull about his life and career in radio.

Iain Dale talks to former Tribune editor and United Nations correspondent Mark Seddon about his life and career. Iain and Mark were at university together, and they have a few anecdotes to tell!

Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Nick Robinson about the world of radio and television news coverage, the skills of presenting, his reporting from Ukraine and much else besides. A video version of this interview can be found on the LBC Youtube channel.

Iain Dale talks to legendary LBC presenter Steve Allen about radio, his life, career, celebrity, and much else in an emotional two hour roller coaster of a conversation. Prepare for some tears.

Iain Dale talks to journalist and broadcaster, Nina Myskow. She started her career on Jackie Magazine in the 1970s and then became a TV critic and star judge on the TV talent show New Faces.

Iain Dale and Neil Kinnock talk for two hours about the life, politics and career of the man who so nearly became Prime Minister. They talk about his upbringing and education in South Wales, his period as leader of the opposition, the Miners strike, dealing with Militant, his relations with Margaret Thatcher and John Major, the 1992 election campaign and they conclude by discussing Neil’s new role as carer to his wife Glenys, who has alzheimers. You may think two hours is too long for a podcast. See what you think when you’ve got to the end!

Iain Dale interview writer and broadcaster Jo Phillips. Iain credits Jo with being being the one person without whom he would not be in radio. She worked at LBC in the 1970s as Michael Parkinson’s producer, was the editor of Five Live’s Sunday Service, and now commentates on politics. She tells the horrific story of being stabbed in north London ten years ago and how she has recovered from it.

Iain Dale talks to Gawain Towler who spent fifteen years as Director of Communications for UKIP, the Brexit Party and Nigel Farage.

Iain Dale talks to LBC News Breakfast Show presenter Lisa Aziz about her near 40 year broadcasting career at Radio City, the BBC, TVam, Sky News and LBC.

Iain Dale talks to LBC News presenter Martin Stanford about his broadcasting career, including his 25 years on Sky News.

Iain Dale talks to LBC Overnight Presenter Darren Adam about his career in radio, and obsession with living in Iceland. Oh, and Abba.

Iain Dale talks to journalist James Macintyre about his life and experience of mental health.

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, DJ, radio presenter and Routemaster obsessive (!), Edward Adoo

In a deeply personal interview (well, the second half is…) Iain Dale talks to the Liberal Democrat Leader, Sir Ed Davey, about his new book THE BATTLE FOR LIBERAL BRITAIN, but they also talk more widely about his career in politics. What it’s like to be a minister, his approach to leading the LibDems, how the party can differentiate itself, the challenges of caring for his disabled son, his role in the Post Office Counters scandal and much more besides.

Iain Dale talks to the host of the DESPERATELY SEEKING WISDOM podcast Sir Craig Oliver, who was David Camerson’s Director of Communications from 2011-2016 and who spent twenty years at ITN and the BBC where he ended up as editor of the Ten O’Clock News.

Iain Dale interviews Adam Boulton about his forty year career in political broadcasting.

Iain Dale talks to LBC presenter Shelagh Fogarty about her career in broadcasting, her home city of Liverpool, her religion, her politics and much else besides. And they have a lorra lorra laughs along the way.

Iain Dale talks to Sky News Chief Political Correspondent Jon Craig about his 40 years in the Westminster lobby.

Tom Lines called into Iain Dale’s radio show one evening and gave a brilliant five minute tutorial on the history of Ukraine. He was so good that dozens of listeners emailed, texted and tweeted to ask if they could hear more from him. So Iain invited him to record a podcast and this is the result. They talk about the history of Ukraine and the current situation.

Iain Dale talks to Barney Jones who was editor of first Breakfast with Frost (1993-2005) and The Andrew Marr Show (2005-2015) and is now Professor of Broadcast Journalism at City University.

Iain Dale talks to Labour Peer Lord Andrew Adonis about Brexit, his time as a policy adviser to Tony Blair, being a cabinet minister under Gordon Brown, his childhood in foster care, how his mother abandoned him at the age of three, and why he decided to be open about his sexuality.

Iain Dale talks to veteran DJ and broadcaster Tony Blackburn about his life and career in radio.

In an interview taken from his LBC Radio show, Iain Dale talks to Professor Kathleen Stock about her experience over the last year after she was taken to task by students at the University of Sussex for her views on Trans rights. She resigned her academic position as a result.

A selection from the best All Talk interviews in 2021, including Tim Rice, Nicky Campbell, Stephen Pound and David Amess.

Iain Dale talks to Hong Kong Freedom campaigner Nathan Law, who has now had to seek political exile in this country following threats from the Chinese authorities in Hong Kong.

Iain Dale talks to James Naughtie about his career in the lobby and on radio, including his 21 years presenting the Today Programme. And yes, he tells the full story of the Jeremy ‘Hunt’ moment…

Iain Dale talks to Sian Berry, former co-leader of the Green Party about her life in politics and why green issues are so important.

Iain Dale talks to Smooth Radio Drivetime presenter Angie Greaves about her career in broadcasting.

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP and Defence Secretary Geoff Hoon about his life and career in politics.

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster Stewart White, who has just stepped down as lead presenter on BBC Look East after 37 years. They talk about his career at the BBC, his experience of fronting a regional news show and changes in broadcasting over the years.

Iain Dale talks to Barry Gardiner, the Labour MP for Brent North, about his life and career in politics.

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP and former Cabinet Minister Andrew Mitchell about his life and political career, as well as his very funny new book BEYOND A FRINGE.

Iain Dale talked to Theresa May’s former Chief of Staff, Gavin Barwell, about his two years in the job and his new book CHIEF OF STAFF: NOTES FROM DOWNING STREET.

Iain Dale speaks to award winning political documentary maker Michael Cockerell about his journalistic career making original documentaries about prime ministers and political leaders, and his new book UNMASKING OUR LEADERS.

Iain Dale talks to broadcasters, and the presenters of the Fortunately podcast, Fi Glover and Jane Garvey about radio, life and their new book DID I SAY THAT OUT LOUD?

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster Peter Allen about his upbringing and his career in the media as a local newspaper journalist, emigrating to Australia, joining LBC in its infancy, the joys of radio over TV and then his long career at BBC Radio 5 Live, where he spent four years presenting the Breakfast show and 16 years on Drive.

Iain Dale talks to Liz Barker about her life working in the Liberal Democrats, the House of Lords, the coalition and why she found it so difficult to come out.

Iain Dale talks to Mike Read about his career in radio and TV, his love of poetry and Rupert Brooke in particular as well his brief foray into the world of politics.

Iain Dale talks to Patrick Thompson, who was Conservative MP for Norwich North 1983-1997 (and Iain’s first boss) about his childhood in Essex and Yorkshire, his teaching career, how he got into politics and his experiences as a Member of Parliament.

Iain Dale talks to former Norfolk MP and Cabinet Minister under John Major, Gillian Shephard, now Baroness Shephard of Northwold, about her Norfolk upbringing and her political career.

Iain Dale talks to Alistair Burt, who served as Conservative MP for Bury North from 1983-1997 and North East Bedfordshire from 2001-2019. He was a minister at the Department of Social Security, the Department of Health and latterly at the Foreign Office.

Iain Dale talks to Britain’s leading musical lyricist Sir Tim Rice about his life, career and love of music.

Iain Dale talks to journalist and broadcaster Kevin Maguire about his career as an industrial correspondent, political editor, radio host and half of the TV duo with Andrew Pierce. They talk about the state of modern journalism and his love of Sunderland FC.

Iain talks to Olympic silver medallist Lutalo Muhammed about his love of Taekwondo, winning two Olympic medals, commentating on Tokyo for the BBC and much more besides.

Iain Dale spends an hour with the blogger formerly known as ‘Dizzy Thinks’ as they reminisce about the heyday of independent blogging from 2005-2010 and why blogging was usurped by Twitter. He talks about his career in the world of IT and tech and explains the challenges of being a parent to an autistic daughter.

Iain Dale talk to two of his musical heroes, Ron & Russell Mael, better known as SPARKS. Their career spans five decades and there is a new documentary about them which is in cinemas this week by Edgar Wright called THE SPARKS BROTHERS. Iain talks to them about the documentary, their music and their special relationship with the UK, and much more besides.

Iain Dale is joined by candidates for the position of General Secretary for Unite the Union Sharon Graham and Gerard Coyne. Candidate Steve Turner declined to appear.

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Stalybridge & Hyde & Shadow Work & Pensions Secretary Jonathan Reynolds about his life, his family, his religion and what he wants to achieve in politics. Oh, and how he’d like to play centre forward for Sunderland.

Iain Dale talks to Chris Grayling about his life, politics and ministerial career and asks how the jibes of ‘failing Grayling’ affect him.

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP Owen Paterson, a year on from his wife taking her own life. It's an open, frank discussion about the impact suicide can have on family members, and the importance of spotting the signs early and seeking the right help. Iain and Owen take calls from listeners about their experiences.

Iain Dale talks to former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron about his life and career in politics. It’s a very wide-ranging interview and includes lots of personal examination, not least on his Christian faith and why it cost him the Liberal Democrat leadership. Iain also asks him very directly about his views on gay sex and whether he considers it a sin.

Iain Dale talks to the hosts of the ‘A Gay & A Non Gay’ podcast James Barr (Gay) and Dan Hudson (Non Gay). They delve into the podcast’s success and various gay related issues, and have a good laugh along the way.

Hi, All Talk listener We’ve got another brand new podcast we think you’ll enjoy. ‘I’ve Been Thinking’ is a new weekly show hosted by Peter Frankopan. As well as being a best-selling author (Silk Roads), Professor of Global History and Oxford and voted as one of the World’s Top 50 Thinkers, Peter uses this podcast to speak with some incredible guests looking at topics from around the world that help understand and explain the past, present and future. Guests include former Director of the FBI James Comey and Chinese artist & activist Ai Weiwei. This is a taster of what you can expect from the show. If you like what you hear please search for I’ve Been Thinking with Peter Frankopan on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.

Iain Dale talks to the Conservative MP for Tunbridge Wells (he’s Iain’s own MP) about his childhood in Middlesbrough, how he got into politics, his time as Business Secretary and THAT select committee hearing with Dominic Cummings. And much else besides.

Iain talks to comedian Geoff Norcott about his book WHERE DID I GO RIGHT: HOW THE LEFT LOST ME and his life in comedy. He tells of the challenges of being a right wing comedian and talks about his career in teaching and growing up in South London.

Iain Dale talks to Stephanie Moore, the wife of the late legendary footballer Bobby Moore, about her husband's struggle with bowel cancer, and the need for a wider awareness of the disease. Stephanie speaks about The Bobby Moore Fund for Cancer Research UK, which raises vital funds for research into bowel cancer. Iain and Stephanie take calls from listeners, alongside Sophia Lowe, Health Information Manager at Cancer Research UK.

Iain Dale talks to political biographer and playwright Michael McManus about his life in the world of politics, books and theatre. Michael’s new play MAGGIE & TED is about to be launched on a short run at the Garrick Theatre. He worked for Sir Edward Heath as Private Secretary for many years and shares his insights into the former Prime Minister’s character. He also talks about his biography of former Liberal Leader Jo Grimond and his history of homosexuality in the Conservatives Party, ‘Tory Pride & Prejudice’

Iain Dale interviews former Deputy National Security Advisor to President Obama and author Ben Rhodes, plus former US Special Envoy to Northern Ireland Mitchell Reiss, on his LBC show.

Hi All Talk fans – we have a new True Crime podcast we think you’ll enjoy called ‘If It Bleeds It Leads’ Could you be a criminal? What separates the way you think, from the criminal mind? Join the world’s leading professor of criminology, Prof. David Wilson and star of Silent Witness Emilia Fox as they discover what’s really going on behind some of the most notorious crimes. What do you do with have-a-go heroes who try to stop you robbing a bank? What's it like inside an escalating prison riot? And how do you deal with Britain’s most infamous hitman telling you he's been ordered to kill you? In this podcast series you’ll hear from offenders, the police, crime experts and investigators as we delve into the workings of the criminal mind. Here’s a sneaky peak and the first Episode drops on Monday 14th June. If you like what you hear search for ‘If It Bleeds It Leads’ on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.

Iain Dale talks to criminal barrister and former Conservative MP for Harlow (1983-1997) about his life in the law, politics and the media. Warning: be prepared for some fruity/sweary language.

Iain Dale talks to former Conservative minister Edwina Currie about her life, politics, writing and broadcasting. They talk about the fallout from her affair with John Major, the eggs affair, her childhood in Liverpool and her life after politics. Believe us, you’ll love this one.

Iain Dale talks to veteran radio reviewer Gillian Reynolds about her career in journalism covering the radio sector. Gillian has been a radio reviewer for The Guardian, the Daily Telegraph and the Sunday Times for more than 50 years. She was also part of the team which set up Radio City in Liverpool.

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP Sir David Amess about his political career and his book AYES & EARS: A SURVIVOR’S GUIDE TO WESTMINSTER

Iain Dale talks to former Financial Times and Times political journalist and commentator Peter Riddell about his life in journalism and the politicians he has encountered. They talk about his latest role as Commissioner for Public Appointments and what it’s like to be an older Dad.

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, writer, author and creator of Rock ‘n’ Roll Politics, Steve Richards about his life as a political journalist and what it’s like to perform in a political stage show.

Iain Dale talks to the co-star of the Triggernometry Youtube Channel and podcast, Konstantin Kisin. They talk about his journey from Russia to England, how he got into standup comedy and how lockdown has impacted his future career plans.

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Stephen Pound, who represented Ealing North from 1998-2019. It’s an anecdote-tastic episode of All Talk with lots of laughs and more than a few revelations – not least who Gordon Brown threw a mobile phone at, and the role Stephen played in the Profumo affair at the age of 15. And if that doesn’t get you listening, nothing will.

Iain Dale interviews former Scottish First Minister and leader of the new Alba Party Alex Salmond on his LBC show, as part of a series of interviews with Scottish party leaders.

Iain Dale talks to Tina Stowell about her background and education and how it has affected her career. She talks about working at the British Embassy in Washington, in the Number Ten Press Office under John Major, working as Deputy Chief of Staff to William Hague, her life at the BBC, her peerage and subsequent appointment as leader of the House of Lords and her time as chair of the Charity Commission.

Iain Dale talks to Seema Kennedy about her time as an MP and her role in the Levelling Up Goals initiative.

Iain Dale speaks to Nigel Kahn about his West Ham obsession and how it’s affected his life and family. This is not a football podcast, or a podcast about West Ham (well, it is at times!) but the conversation takes many an unexpected, and often emotional turn. Nigel was born in Plaistow and grew up in Canning Town and Barking. He was a perpetual truant and he explains how West Ham provided him with an escape, both in his school days and since. Nigel writes about football and is a member of the ‘Moore Than Just a Podcast’ team. This is the longest ever Iain Dale All Talk podcast, at just over two hours. Even if you’re not a West Ham fan, we guarantee you’ll find yourself sticking with it to the end!

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Denis MacShane about his life and career in the media and politics. They discuss his family background, the tragic death of his daughter, his years as a red, left wing activist in journalism and the unions, his entry into the political world, his years as a Foreign office minister, the Rotherham child grooming scandal, his fall from grace in the expenses scandal and what it was like spending 7 weeks in prison. This is the longest All Talk interview yet.

Iain Dale talks to Cheryl Baker about her life and career as a singer in the group Bucks Fizz, and now The Fizz, including her memories of winning the Eurovision Song Contest 40 years ago with MAKING YOUR MIND UP.

Iain Dale talks to former Cabinet Minister Justine Greening about her life and career in politics, including how she said ‘no’ to Theresa May, her coming out by tweet, the levelling up agenda and much more besides.

Iain Dale talks to broadcaster, presenter and author Nicky Campbell about his new book ONE OF THE FAMILY: WHY A DOG CALLED MAXWELL CHANGED MY LIFE, his career in broadcasting, his love of dogs and the appeal of his hit TV show, LONG LOST FAMILY.

Iain Dale talks to Chichester MP Gillian Keegan about her life and career in and outside politics, and her role as Minister for Apprenticeships & Skills. They trawl back through her upbringing in Liverpool and business career as well as indulge in a lot of laughs and very amusing anecdotes towards the end!

Iain talks to broadcaster Jane Garvey about her life and her radio career on BBC local radio, 5 Live and Radio 4 as well as the impact of the Fortunately podcast.

Iain Dale talks to Conservative Party Agent Andrew Kennedy about the job and challenges of being a party agent. Andrew grew up in a working class community on Merseyside and with brief sojourns on HMS Canberra and in Sydney he has been an agent for thirty years. He talks about being gay in the political world and the challenges of running seven different Conservative Associations in Kent.

This is a pilot episode of a podcast called ‘On the Couch’, hosted by mental health professional and counsellor Richard Sefton. It gets quite emotional as Iain talks about his life experiences and mental health.

Iain talks to political journalist, broadcaster and author Michael Crick about his life and career in the media, and what might have been if he had gone into politics.

Iain Dale talks to former FBI Director James Comey about his new book Saving Justice.

Iain Dale interviews standup comedian, broadcaster, interviewer, impressionist and all round funny guy Matt Forde. They also talk about his book Politically Homeless.

Iain Dale talks to Peter Dickson, the country’s leading voiceover artist and the voice behind X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. He has had an extraordinary career in radio and TV and has just published a memoir, “Voiceover Man”. He started life in Northern Ireland before moving to London to work on Radio 1 and Radio 2 before moving into the world of voiceovers. A man with a wonderful voice and brim full with anecdotes about personalities like Steve Wright and Simon Bates, Peter Dickson is one of the most entertaining people Iain has interviewed on the podcast.

A collection of the best All Talk interviews from 2020.

Iain Dale talks to the Labour MP for Ilford North and Shadow Schools Minister, Wes Streeting. In a wide ranging and very personal conversation Wes talks about his background, his education, his unconventional family, the extent of his political ambition, and how his sexuality has been impacted by his faith.

Iain Dale talks to former Labour MP Caroline Flint about her life and political career. In an intensely personal conversation she talks about how she’s coped with losing her seat, her family background, her ministerial career and how political friendships have been shattered over Brexit.

Iain Dale talks to trade unionist Paul Embery about his time with the Fire Brigades Union, why Labour has lost its working class roots, and his new book DESPISED: WHY THE MODERN LEFT LOATHES THE WORKING CLASS.

Iain Dale talks to LibDem Peer and former chief of staff to Nick Clegg in the Coalition years, Jonny Oates, now Lord Oates about his book I NEVER PROMISED YOU A ROSE GARDEN. He talks movingly about running away to Addis Ababa as a 15 year old, his work in Zimbabwe and South Africa and his career as a public affairs consultant. He discusses how the coalition came into being, what it was like working for Nick Clegg, and where the Liberal Democrats go from here.

Iain Dale talks to former Government Special Advisor Peter Cardwell about his life as a special advisor to four cabinet ministers and his new book THE SECRET LIFE OF SPECIAL ADVISERS.

In an intensely personal conversation Iain Dale talks to Chris Bryant about his life, career, motivations, reputation and books. They spend the last part of the interview discussing his new book ‘The Glamour Boys’. This is one you won’t want to miss.

Iain talks to transport journalist and activist Christian Wolmar about his journalism, influences and career, and his campaign to be Mayor of London in 2016, during which he and Christian had a falling out.

Iain Dale achieves one of his lifetime ambitions and interviews Sit Cliff Richard for a whole hour. They discuss his life, career, music and the allegations that nearly ruined his life, but fought back against. They discuss his religion, and how he intends to spend the rest of his life. Let’s get ‘Wired for Sound’…!

Iain Dale talks to Sir Vince Cable about his life, politics, being LibDem leader, his fascination with ballroom dancing and his new book CHINA ENGAGE.

Iain Dale talks to Austin Mitchell who served as Labour MP for Great Grimsby from 1977 to 2015. They talk about his political and broadcasting careers, his love of photography and his new book on J B Priestley’s wartime broadcasts.

Iain talks to the former New Statesman editor about his career in journalism and his new book WHY THE GERMANS DO IT BETTER.

Iain Dale talks to Conservative MP for Wycombe, Steve Baker, about his life in politics, why he became an MP, the Brexit debate and his role in it, his period as a Brexit Minister, his religious faith, his love of skydiving and his near death experience, and whether he would accept a ministerial job in a reshuffle and who his political heroes are.

In a deeply personal conversation, Iain Dale talks to former Conservative MP Margot James about her life, career in politics, sexuality and whether there’s life after leaving Parliament.

Iain Dale talks to one of the country’s most eminent historians, Sir Richard Evans, who also happened to be Iain’s history tutor at university. He is the country’s leading authority on the Nazis and has written a new book on Nazi conspiracy theories, THE HITLER CONSPIACIES: The Third Reich and the paranoid imagination. They venture far and wide in a warm and personal conversation.

Iain is joined by Pop Idol winner Will Young, who talks about his career, takes calls from listeners and discusses his new book 'To be a gay man'

Iain Dale talks to the writer Douglas Murray about his life, career, books and beliefs

The 3rd episode of a digital edition of Iain Dale: All Talk at the Edinburgh fringe, Iain is in conversation with Gyles Brandreth - writer, broadcaster, actor, former MP and Lord Commissioner of the Treasury.

In the second of 3 All Talk episodes as part of an Edinburgh digital fringe, Iain Dale talks to Alastair Campbell and covers topics from Brexit, to Coronavirus, mental health and leadership. Also, Alastair reveals his sleeping habits, why he wants to be fluent in German and the reasons he hasn’t rejoined Labour.

In the first of 3 All Talk episodes as part of an Edinburgh digital fringe, Iain Dale talks to David Davis and covers topics from the government handling of the Coronavirus pandemic, to David's career in Theresa May's cabinet. Also, what happened when David & Iain flew in a helicopter and the pilot let David take the controls...

Daniel Forrester is an American entrepreneur and political commentator. He also happens to be Iain Dale’s best friend. They talk about the power of friendship, meeting your heroes, their relationships with their fathers and how they’ve stayed friends despite rarely seeing each other. It’s the kind of emotional and personal conversation that only best friends can have. Expect a few revelations, a lot of laughs and also a few tears (from both of them) along the way.

Iain Dale talks to top columnist and commentator Yasmin Alibhai-Brown about her life, views and career. She’s in a very reflective mood. They talk at length about her violent and difficult childhood in Uganda, what Britain means to her, how she deals with social media abuse and much more besides. It’s Yasmin as you’ve never heard her before.

BONUS: Iain addresses male rape and sexual assault on his LBC show

Iain Dale talks to Telegraph columnist and former Labour MP, Minister and award-winning blogger, Tom Harris.

Iain Dale has a deeply personal conversation with former Cabinet Minister and two time Conservative leadership contender about her life, career and time in politics.

Iain Dale covers Maajid Nawaz's Saturday afternoon show. Recent footage has surfaced on social media showing Uighur people being bussed out of their region to wo as forced labour in factories across the country during the coronavirus pandemic. Iain asks, how can this be stopped?

James McGrath is a Senator in the Upper House of the Australian Parliament, representing Queensland. He started out in political life in Westminster, working for the Conservatives and then becoming Deputy Director of Boris Johnson’s first London mayoral campaign. He gives some very honest analysis of Boris Johnson’s qualities and failings, goes into detail about the art of political campaigning, and has some interesting thoughts on Kevin Rudd, Julia Gillard and Malcolm Turnbull and the viscerality of Australian politics.

Iain talks to Conservative polemicist Tim Montgomerie about his life in politics, his religious beliefs, the creation of ConservativeHome, being chief of staff to Iain Duncan Smith and what he wants to do next.

Iain Dale talks to political journalist and presenter Chris Mason about his career in broadcasting, what it’s like presenting ‘Any Questions’, how Coronavirus has affected broadcasting, his sense of imposter syndrome and whether regional accents are a bonus or a hindrance to a successful career in broadcasting.

BONUS: Iain takes your calls on his LBC show about your adoption experiences

Iain Dale talks to Simon Marks, LBC’s Washington Correspondent about his career in radio and television, working for LBC in the early days, life at Radio Luxembourg and ITN, and how he came to found his international news network Feature Story News. If you’re interested in the business of news or are a bit of a radio geek, you’ll love this hour long conversation.

In this podcast for the Jo Cox Foundation, Jacqui Smith and Iain Dale talk about the Great Get Together weekend, their own friendship and why public discourse is at an all time low.

Iain talks to the popular Conservative MP Tracey Crouch about her life before politics, how she got elected, being Sports Minister and the importance of family life. And she nearly reveals for the first time how she voted in the European referendum. And we find out whether she would give up a cabinet job as Secretary of State for DCMS to play one game for her beloved Tottenham Hotspur.

Iain spends an hour with top economics commentator, broadcaster and author, Liam Halligan. Liam is a columnist for the Sunday Telegraph and broadcasts about economic and business matters. He is the author of CLEAN BREXIT and HOME TRUTHS.

BONUS: Interview with Willie Walsh, CEO of IAG

BONUS: Denise Headley, aka 'Denise in Enfield', joins Iain on his evening show.

In the first of a new series of podcast interviews with leading political and media figures, Iain interviews BBC broadcasting legend Andrew Marr about his career in journalism and broadcasting. Andrew talks about his love of painting, the difficulties of broadcasting in a Covid 19 world and they discuss the art of the political interview.

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This week Iain speaks to the former City trader Macer Gifford who spent three years fighting with the YPG against Isis in Syria. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an interview with General David Petraeus from December 2018 - a leading military figure in Iraq and Afghanistan under George W Bush. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features two interviews with Ed Balls from 2016 - discussing Brexit, Norwich City, his time in politics and on Strictly Come Dancing. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an LBC show from 2015 with Gordon Aikman, who died from Motor Neurone Disease aged 31. He tells his story via diary entries and interview, followed by Iain's tribute to him after he passed away. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features an hour on psychics and mediums, from the archives of Iain's LBC show from 2012. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features 'Counting Chickens' - a documentary Iain made for 5 Live in June 2001 about the history of election night broadcasting. It went out half an hour before the polls closed on June 8 2001... Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode features 'Jim Bleat for Prime Minister' by Margaret Woodhouse - a children’s book on politics. It seeks to explain politics and elections to children in a unique and entertaining story about how a sheep becomes prime minister. Iain published it as a book and audiobook through his company Politico’s in 2000. Each chapter is read by a UK politician – John Redwood, Martin Bell, Charles Kennedy, Teresa Gorman and Harriet Harman. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. This episode is from a literary dinner held at The Savoy in April 2002 to mark the fifth anniversary of Politico’s. Margaret Thatcher was the guest of honour, Gyles Brandreth was master of ceremonies and there were speeches by Iain Dale, Sir John Nott, Sir Bernard Ingham and Professor Peter Hennessy. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to conversations with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Sir Keir Starmer KCB QC about coronavirus, political opposition and his bid to become Labour's next leader. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Nicolas Pelham about his extraordinary story of being trapped in Iran. On the day he was due to fly back to London he was detained by intelligence officials from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and prevented from leaving the country for seven weeks Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Keith Simpson and Sir Norman Lamb. Keith Simpson is a British Conservative Party politician and military historian who served as Member of Parliament for Broadland from 2010 to 2019, having previously served as the MP for Mid Norfolk from 1997 to 2010. Sir Norman Lamb is a British Liberal Democrat politician and solicitor. He was the Member of Parliament for North Norfolk from 2001 to 2019 and chair of the Science and Technology Select Committee from 2017 to 2019. Lamb was a candidate in the 2015 Liberal Democrats leadership election. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews Michael Foot, who was a British Labour Party politician who served as Labour Leader from 1980 to 1983. Foot began his career as a journalist on Tribune and the Evening Standard. He co-wrote the 1940 polemic against appeasement of Adolf Hitler, Guilty Men, under a pseudonym Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain publishes a range of classic political speeches, read by contemporary politicians. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. In this episode, Iain interviews British politician, author and television personality Ann Widdecombe in 2003. It is a radio version of the theatre show ‘An Audience with Ann Widdecombe’ that Iain used to host in theatres all over the country. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Following a hugely successful and headline-grabbing debut run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator and For the Many podcast host Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs to the stage, in conversation with leading figures from politics and broadcasting. For the Nottingham date of his tour, Iain welcomes as his guest the recently retired MP for Rushcliffe, Kenneth Clarke, to discuss his distinguished career and his eventful time as Father of the House of Commons. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Iain Dale talks with Tony Blair in 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Iain Dale talks with Donald Trump in 2012. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Iain Dale talks with comedians Andrew Doyle, Grace Campbell, Matt Forde and Konstantin Kisin about getting into comedy, it's intersection with politics - and their take on the political stories of 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Alan Johnson is a British Labour Party politician who served as Home Secretary from June 2009 to May 2010. Before that, he filled a wide variety of cabinet positions in both the Blair and Brown governments, including Education Secretary, Health Secretary and Home Secretary. He was in the House of Commons until 2017. He wrote a memoir, This Boy: A Memoir of a Childhood, telling the story of his childhood. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Heidi Allen is a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for South Cambridgeshire from 2015 to 2019. Initially elected as a Conservative, she resigned from the party in February 2019, joining and later serving as leader of Change UK. Layla Moran is a British Liberal Democrat politician. She has served as the Member of Parliament for Oxford West and Abingdon since the 2017 general election. She was re-elected in 2019. Moran studied Physics at Imperial College London and worked as a maths and physics teacher before becoming an MP. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Paul Gambaccini is an American-British radio and television presenter and author in the United Kingdom, known as "The Great Gambo" and "The Professor of Pop" from his days at Radio 1. He is currently the presenter of “Pick of the Pops” on BBC Radio 2 on Saturday afternoons. Inducted into the Radio Academy Hall of Fame in 2005, Gambaccini is the author of more than 15 books. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Neil Hamilton is a British politician, non-practising barrister, and former teacher. He has been a UK Independence Party (UKIP) Member of the National Assembly for Wales for the Mid and West Wales region since 2016. His wife Christine and he went on to become media celebrities. Christine Hamilton is an English media personality and author. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Anne Diamond is a British journalist and broadcaster. She hosted Good Morning Britain for TV-am and the similarly titled Good Morning... with Anne and Nick for BBC One, both with Nick Owen as her co-presenter. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

John Luther Mercer is a British politician who has served as the Conservative MP for Plymouth Moor View since the 2015 general election. He is a former British Army officer and an author. In 2019, he was made a minister in the Ministry of Defence in the government led by Boris Johnson. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Brandon Kenneth Lewis CBE PC is a British Conservative Party politician who has served as Minister of State for Security and Deputy to Home Secretary Priti Patel for EU Exit and No Deal Preparation since July 2019. Eric Jack Pickles is a British Conservative Party politician who was the Member of Parliament for Brentwood and Ongar from the 1992 general election to the 2017 general election and was the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government until May 2015. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Christopher Biggins is an English actor and television presenter, best known for his role as Lukewarm in the BBC sitcom Porridge. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Fi Glover is a British BBC journalist and presenter who currently presents the Fortunately Podcast with Jane Garvey, The Listening Project for BBC Radio 4, Shared Experience for BBC Radio 4 and My Perfect Country for the BBC World Service. Sarah Smith is a Scottish radio and television news reporter with the BBC. She holds the post of Scotland Editor and also presents the BBC Radio 4 Today programme. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Kate Adie and Yasmin Alibhai Brown are two of the UK's top journalists. Kate Adie was chief news correspondent for BBC News between 1989 and 2003, during which time she reported from war zones around the world. Yasmin Alibhai Brown is a regular columnist for the i and the London Evening Standard, she is a well-known commentator on immigration, diversity, and multiculturalism issues. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Sadiq Khan is a British politician who has served as Mayor of London since 2016. He was previously the Member of Parliament for Tooting from 2005 until 2016. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Dame Louise Casey is a British government official working in social welfare. She was the deputy director of Shelter in 1992, head of the Rough Sleepers' Unit (RSU) in 1999, a director of the national Anti-Social Behaviour Unit (ASBU) in 2003, head of the Respect Task Force in 2005 and the UK's first Victims' Commissioner in March 2010. She became director general of Troubled Families on 1 November 2011. Jacqui Smith is a British Labour politician. She was the Member of Parliament for Redditch from 1997 until 2010, the first female Home Secretary and the third woman to hold one of the Great Offices of State, after Margaret Thatcher (Prime Minister) and Margaret Beckett(Foreign Secretary). Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Jo Swinson CBE is a British politician from Scotland serving as Leader of the Liberal Democrats since 2019. She is the first woman and the youngest person to hold the position. She has been the Member of Parliament for East Dunbartonshire since 2017, having previously held the seat between 2005 and 2015. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Kirsty Wark is a Scottish journalist and television presenter, best known for fronting BBC Two's news and current affairs programme Newsnight since 1993. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Christiane Amanpour is a British-Iranian journalist and television host. Amanpour is the Chief International Anchor for CNN and host of CNN International's nightly interview program Amanpour. She is also the host of Amanpour & Company on PBS. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Dominic Raab is a senior British politician serving as First Secretary of State and Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs since July 2019. Raab served in the British Cabinet as Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union in 2018, until his resignation. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Len McClusky is a British trade unionist. He is General Secretary of Unite the Union, the largest affiliate and a major donor to the Labour Party. As a young adult, he spent some years working in the Liverpool Docks for the Mersey Docks and Harbour Company, prior to becoming a full-time union official for the Transport and General Workers' Union (T&GWU) in 1979. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

In this bonus edition of Iain Dale All Talk, Iain is at a fringe event from the Conservative Party conference that he chaired. Hear their balloon debate: Socialism – Future or Failure put on by the Institute of Economic Affairs and the Taxpayers Alliance. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Nicholas Soames is a British politician serving as the MP for Mid Sussex since 1997. He was Minister for State for the Armed Forces from 1994 to 1997. And he is the grandson of Winston Churchill. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

David Starkey is a well-known radio and television personality, first appearing on television in 1977. While a regular contributor to BBC Radio 4, his acerbic tongue earned him the sobriquet of "rudest man in Britain". Starkey has presented several history documentaries. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Tony Abbott is an Australian politician who served as the 28th Prime Minister of Australia from 2013 to 2015 and leader of the Liberal Party from 2009 to 2015. He served as Leader of the Opposition from 2009 to 2013, and as Member of Parliament (MP) for Warringah from 1994 to 2019. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Jess Phillips was appointed Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS) to Lucy Powell, then Shadow Education Secretary, in September 2015 and In September 2016, she was elected chair of the Women's Parliamentary Labour Party (WPLP). Iain and Jess discuss the politics, her aspirations for Prime Minister, clashing with Diane Abbott and knifing Jeremy Corbyn ‘in the front’. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

“In politics, if you get the platform to make a difference – rather than getting precious about the power you don’t have, use the power you do have” Sayeeda Warsi served in David Cameron’s Cabinet and was co-chairman of the conservative party from 2010 to 2012. She grew up in West Yorkshire, in a family of Pakistani Muslim immigrants – and trained as a solicitor with the Crown Prosecution Service before leaving to move into politics. Iain and Sayeeda discuss the conservative party, politics, racism and being in positions of power. Iain Dale All Talk brings a sold out Edinburgh Fringe show to the podcast world, where he interviews some of the most high profile names from the world of media and politics. Rate and subscribe on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts and connect with Iain on Twitter: @iaindale

Iain Dale spends an hour with Labour’s Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell at the Edinburgh Fringe, in what turned out to be a headline making interview.

Iain Dale brought leading political psephologist Professor Sir John Curtice and top political journalist Michael Crick together at the Edinburgh Fringe to impart their unique insights into the current political situation. It was a sell-out audience and proved to be one of the best shows Iain hosted. Next week: John McDonnell

Four years ago former Tory MP Harvey Proctor was accused by a man the police called ‘Nick’ of sexually abusing him as a teenager. ‘Nick’ also accused Edward Heath, Leon Brittain and Field Marshall Lord Bramall of abusing him too. Harvey Proctor’s house was raided, he lost his job, his house and his livelihood. Iain interviewed him several times on LBC at the time and commissioned his book ‘Credible & True’. Eventually the Metropolitan Police admitted that Harvey had no case to answer and they launched criminal proceedings against ‘Nick’, real name Carl Beech. At the end of July he was found guilty of perverting the course of justice. Harvey Proctor’s story doesn’t end there. In midAugust Harvey came into the LBC studio. You will hear how the case has affected him and what he plans to do now, as well as his views on the behaviour of the Metropolitan police and about deputy Labour leader Tom Watson. At times, it’s an emotional listen.

Iain Dale interviews First Minister Nicola Sturgeon at the Edinburgh Fringe at the Gilded Balloon. Next week: John McDonnell.

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