Politics Without The Boring Bits

And Finally... With Trevor McDonald

Broadcasting legend Trevor McDonald is arguably the most recognisable face (and voice) in British news broadcasting history. He talks to Matt about his 60-year career including interviewing Saddam Hussein, Colonel Gaddafi, and securing the first interview with Nelson Mandela after his release from prison. Plus: Columnists India Knight and James Marriott discuss <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/racist-royals-row-minister-praises-charles-and-kate-m9kg2vj9q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Omid Scobie's penchant for publicity</a>, whether <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/social-media-is-the-ultimate-immersive-fiction-fw7tczfbs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">reality really is stranger than fiction</a>, how much is too much to spend on biscuits, and how to become a Freeman of London. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Join Matt Chorley as he guides you through what really matters in British politics. Formerly the Red Box podcast, he brings together the best interviews, smartest analysis and funniest panel discussions from his Times Radio show, Politics Without The Boring Bits. Listen live on DAB, smart speaker or app 10am-1pm Monday to Friday. If you like what you hear, then read more at <a href="http://www.thetimes.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.thetimes.co.uk/</a> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.