Season One of ‘The Presidents & Prime Ministers brought to life all 55 of Britain's Prime Ministers through interviews with the authors of all 55 essays in Iain Dale’s book The Prime Ministers: Three Hundred Years of History. From the obscure 18th-century figures like the Earl of Shelburne and Henry Pelham to 20th-century titans like Churchill and Thatcher, these podcasts provide a much-needed reminder about their motivations, failures and achievements. Season Two, gives the same treatment t ...
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Welcome to the official Soundcloud channel for UK Parliament. Follow us to hear podcasts about the work of the House of Commons and the House of Lords.
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Some dads build a treehouse with their kid. We’re doing a history podcast. Welcome to Prime Factors where we review each UK Prime Minister from Robert Walpole to Keir Starmer. We discuss their biography, highs and lows, and then rate them on a scale designed by a 10-year old before awarding the ultimate prize: Are they ”Known or an Ice Cream Cone”.
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Prime Time is a casual history Rexy-Pod ranking all the British Prime Ministers from Robert Walpole to the modern day. On our way, we'll tell the story of this nation, cast judgement on our forebears, and explore some of the weird, wonderful, and time-worn bits of modern British Politics that are still around today. righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Audio recordings of the complete prime minister’s questions sessions from the House of Commons
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UK Special #1 - William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath
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Two days. William Pulteney was one of the greatest orators of his generation. After his relationship with Robert Walpole soured, he became Walpole’s fiercest critic. Crusading against corruption in the press and parliament, Pulteney even turned down the role of Prime Minister. However, when George II called upon him during a crisis, he stepped into…
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Prime Minister's Questions - 24 July 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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162. Aelfweard (924-924)
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Iain Dale talks to Matthew Stadlen about the two week reign of one of England’s first monarchs.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 9: The Handover
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It's Episode 9 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at how a defeated government departs and a victorious new Prime Minister arrives in Downing Street. Listen to find out how the lightning-fast transition of power happens in the UK. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join u…
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Iain Dale talks to George Trefgarne about the short lived reign of one of the early Anglo Saxon monarchsKirjoittanut Global
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160. Henry V (1413-1422)
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Iain Dale talks to historian Lauren Mackay about the life and reign of the King who defeated the French at Agincourt.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 8: Polling Day and Election Night
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It's Episode 8 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at polling day itself. What happens at polling stations across the country and how are ballot papers (and the unusual things sometimes written on them) counted? Also, find out the result of our own Kess v John election! primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For…
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Japan Special - Itō Hirobumi (Japan's 1st Prime Minister & the Meiji Restoration)
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Itō Hirobumi: from peasant to samurai, terrorist to diplomat, and a key architect of modern Japan. Smuggled out of the "hermit kingdom" to learn from the West, he returned to a nation in tumult. Author of the Meiji Constitution and its staunchest advocate, he led Japan through four pivotal terms as it emerged as a global power. Recorded on location…
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Election Special 7: The political campaign
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It's Episode 7 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at what candidates get up to during a campaign, both locally and nationally. What do they do, how do they do it, and how much can they spend? primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast…
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159. Sweyn Forkbeard (1013-1013)
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Iain Dale talks to historian Justin Hill about the life and five week reign of the gloriously named Sweyn Forkbeard.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 6: Governing during a campaign
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It's Episode 6 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at what the government gets up to whilst the election campaign happens. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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6. The Duke of Devonshire
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An episode for examining William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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158. Edward VI (1547-53)
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Iain Dale talks to historian Elizabeth Norton about the life and reign of King Edward VI, a king who few know anything about.Kirjoittanut Global
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3.2 - Henry Pelham (Part 2)
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Facing threats from the Jacobites in the north and the French to the south, Henry Pelham faced off against George II… and the king blinked. He balanced competing factions and an empty treasury as Britain’s third Prime Minister. Recorded on location at the Pelham Public Library in Pelham, New Hampshire.…
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Election Special 5: Dissolution
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It's Episode 5 of our "Election Special" series, and we're *finally* getting to how the election actually gets started. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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157. Edward the Elder (899-924)
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Iain Dale talks to historian Gareth Streeter about the important reign of Edward the Elder.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 4: Prorogation
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Parliament brings itself to a close with an ancient and intricate ceremony involving a lot of hats. No, really. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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156. Edward VII (1901-10)
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Iain Dale talks to the Telegraph’s Assistant Editor Camilla Tominey about the life and relatively brief reign of Queen Victoria’s son, Bertie, who reigned for 9 years as King Edward VII.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 3: Calling the election
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A look at how the PM decides to call an election, how we are told about it, and the frantic rush in Parliament to get ready for it. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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3.1 - Henry Pelham (Part 1)
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Born the "spare" second son of Baron Pelham, Henry watched his brother bask in the glow of wealth and titles. With the seat in Parliament his brother bought for him, Henry found his own voice, teamed up with Robert Walpole, and zoomed up the political ranks. Stepping out from his sibling's shadow, Henry Pelham soon stood tall as Britain’s third Pri…
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155. George VI (1936-52)
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Iain Dale talks to royal biographer and historian, Jane Ridley, about the man who saved the monarchy following the abdication crisis.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 2: Selection
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A look at the competitive and secretive process of getting your party to select you as a candidate... often before an election is even called! primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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LQD: Sarah Churchill - Patreon Special
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Before Robert Walpole, there was Sarah Churchill. Escape artist extraordinaire, controversial figure, possible lover of Queen Anne... Sarah was up to her proverbial elbows in the mucky politics of the late 1700s. Listen in to find out just everyone who ever met her fell into deep love (or deep hatred) with her. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gma…
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154. Lady Jane Grey (1553)
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Iain Dale talks to historian Nicola Tallis about the 9 day long reign of Lady Jane Grey.Kirjoittanut Global
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Election Special 1: Boundaries
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A first look at all things election. This time... what are constituencies and where do they come from? primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Prime Minister's Questions - 22 May 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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Iain Dale talks to historian Annie Whitehead about the Anglo Saxon monarch, King Eadred, who ruled for 9 years in the mid tenth century.Kirjoittanut Global
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2 - Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington
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From his humble birth in the Compton family castle, Spencer Compton rose to become a "dull, important Lord" in Parliament. Walpole out-maneuvered in 1727 to steal the top job from him, but Spencer Compton, the Earl of Wilmington, would get his revenge and (eventually) become Prime Minister. Recorded on location at the Wilmington Memorial Library in…
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Prime Minister's Questions - 15 May 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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152. Henry III (1216-72)
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Iain Dale discusses the long reign of King Henry III with the historian Sharon Bennett Connolly.Kirjoittanut Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 8 May 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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151. Edward III (1327-77)
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Iain Dale talks to Mark Fox about the life and reign of one of England’s most long serving monarchs, King Edward III.Kirjoittanut Global
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1.2 - Robert Walpole (Part 2)
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Our first rating! We discuss how Robert Walpole rose from the disaster of the South Sea Company bubble to control all the levers of power in Parliament, his near-loss to Spencer Compton after the death of George I, and his eventual decline and defeat thanks to a disagreement with Spain over a severed left ear. Recorded on location in Walpole, Massa…
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1.1 - Robert Walpole (Part 1)
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We have to start somewhere! Abram and I look at Robert Walpole from birth to 1721, the traditional start of his time as prime minister. We cover his early elections, his rise in the Whig party, his stint in the Tower of London for corruption, and how he rose in power to become the dominant force in British politics of his day. (Hint: It involved fa…
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0 - Introduction to Parliament
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Our pilot episode! Abram and I discuss the history of the UK Parliament from the Saxons up to 1721 and the beginning of the idea of a "prime minister".Kirjoittanut Joe Pranevich
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Prime Minister's Questions - 1 May 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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150. George II (1727-60)
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Iain Dale talks to former cabinet minister Sir Robert Buckland about the life and reign of King George II.Kirjoittanut Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 24 April 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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149. King Charles I (1625-49)
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Iain Dale talks to Leanda de Lisle about the life and reign of one of Britain’s most famous kings, Charles, not least because of the civil war and the fact he had his head chopped off.Kirjoittanut Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 17 April 2024
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Prime Minister's Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister or a nominated minister.In most cases, the session starts with a routine 'open question' from an MP about the Prime Minister's engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary que…
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148. King Stephen (1135-54)
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Iain Dale talks to political historian Robert Waller about the life and reign of King StephenKirjoittanut Global
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Prime Cuts: How laws are made
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A look at how laws are made in the British Parliament - including wigs, Norman French, ribbons, and table tennis... or something like that... primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmail.com @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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147. Harthacnut (1040-42)
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Iain Dale and David Walsh discuss the life and brief reign of Harthacnut, who ruled for only two years in the middle of the eleventh centuryKirjoittanut Global
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