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Where Politics Meets History
Where Politics Meets History

Where Politics Meets History

Global

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Join broadcaster Iain Dale and historian Dr Tessa Dunlop as they take a fresh look at the biggest news of the week - through the lens of history. Because nothing is ever truly new, and history has a habit of repeating itself. With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way. Subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com

Recent Episodes

7. Marine Le Penitentiary Blues
APR 1, 2025
7. Marine Le Penitentiary Blues

Iain and Tessa meet again to joust over Trump's further threats to Greenland, Marine Le Pen convicted, Justin Welby's latest interview, MPs' expenses, changing the clocks and more!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07757 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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54 MIN
6. Money For Nothing (and everything else is free)
MAR 28, 2025
6. Money For Nothing (and everything else is free)

Iain and Tessa are back! They're digging into Wednesday’s Spring Statement and Prince Harry’s charity work in Africa.

Send your questions and voice notes to 07757 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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56 MIN
5. Should I Stay or Should Nato
MAR 25, 2025
5. Should I Stay or Should Nato

Iain and Tessa return to discuss the upcoming spring statement, NATO expansion, crisis in Turkey, Scottish independence and Blue Peter - something for everyone!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07757 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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59 MIN
4. I Guess That's Why They Call It Blue Labour
MAR 21, 2025
4. I Guess That's Why They Call It Blue Labour

Iain and Tessa connect from different countries to talk Israel, whether the Labour government is shifting to the right - and Tessa tells a story about a nun (no, really!).

Send your questions and voice notes to 07757 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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51 MIN
3. I Know Him So Welfare
MAR 18, 2025
3. I Know Him So Welfare

Iain and Tessa come out swinging in this third instalment! They joust over welfare cuts, they debate America's outlook on the world, they trade blows over Meghan's new Netflix series... and they make a pitch for the next Celebrity Gogglebox!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07757 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

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48 MIN