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 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”? Some dads build a treehouse with their kid. We’re doing a history podcast.
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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. [email protected] @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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Where the House of Commons and House of Lords scrutinise the work of the Government. Learn more about Parliament, its people and our unique heritage.
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Audio recordings of the complete prime minister’s questions sessions from the House of Commons
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9c. George Grenville (Pt 3)
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59:28A third episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our final of three episodes for George Grenville, in which we talk about the later years of his Premiership, his post-premiership years, and our reviews of him. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions With thanks to our wonderful Patrons primetimepod.com…
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193. Pisistratus – Athens (561 BC, 559–556 BC, 546–527 BC)
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27:33Iain Dale talks to Rene Levanchy about the life of the Athenian tyrant Pisistratus Signed copies of THE DICTATORS can be ordered here https://www.politicos.co.uk/products/the-dictators-a-warning-from-history-edited-by-iain-dale-signe-copy-coming-in-2024Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 5 March 2025
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34:34Prime 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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7.1 - George Grenville (Part 1)
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1:11:18George Grenville wanted to be a lawyer, but when his Uncle Cobham needed more MPs to form his "Cobham Cubs" to fight Robert Walpole, George dutifully entered parliament. With Pitt by their side, the family seemed unstoppable. But after decades playing second-fiddle, would George Grenville step out of his family's shadow and find his own path?…
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192. Xi Jinping – China, (2012-)
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50:53Iain Dale talks to Cindy Yu, the host of the Chinese Whispers podcast about the life and rule of President Xi Jinping of China. Signed copies of THE DICTATORS can be ordered here https://www.politicos.co.uk/products/the-dictators-a-warning-from-history-edited-by-iain-dale-signe-copy-coming-in-2024Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 26 February 2025
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37:01Prime 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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191. Antonio de Oliveira Salazar – Portugal, (1932-68)
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39:09Iain Dale talks to Salazar’s biographer, Thomas Gallagher about the man who ruled Portugal for 36 yearsVon Global
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9b. George Grenville (Pt 2)
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41:53A second episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our second of three episodes for George Grenville, but really this episode is the story of John Wilkes - writer, radical reformer, and rake. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions Rikki Tikki by LXNDR (Used with direct permission of the owner) Dark Mus…
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190. Francisco Franco – Spain (1936-75)
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37:26Iain Dale talks to historian Simon Heffer about the Spanish dictator, General Franco, who, after prevailing in the Spanish civil war, ruled Spain for the best part of 40 years.Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 12 February 2025
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35:25Prime 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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189. Idi Amin – Uganda, 1971-79
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31:58Iain Dale talks to Yasmin Alibhai-Brown about the man who ruled her homeland, Uganda, and whom she also met.Von Global
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9a. George Grenville (Pt 1)
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55:14An episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our first of three episodes for George Grenville, including the life and times of his uncle, Lord Cobham, George's young life, and the political dynasty they made together. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions With thanks to our wonderful Patrons primetime…
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Prime Minister's Questions - 5 February 2025
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40:18Prime 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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Prime Cuts: The Order of the Garter
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34:16They all want it and, frankly, most of them get it. But what is the Order of the Garter, why do PMs usually get it, and is it as risqué as it sounds? (no, it isn't) primetimepod.com [email protected] @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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188. Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
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43:12In the final episode in the Kings & Queens series, Iain talks to journalist Julia Langdon about the life and reign of Britain’s longest serving monarch. Buy a signed copy of KINGS & QUEENS here https://www.politicos.co.uk/products/kings-queens-signed-by-iain-dale-coming-in-novemer-2023Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 29 January 2025
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37:14Prime 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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7.0 - Stamp Act Special
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25:35With victory in the Seven Years War came the spoils, in this case inconceivable debt and the need to increase the size of the military to defend Britain's new territory. George Grenville had a fantastic idea: let's tax the colonies! In this special mini episode (recorded at WCA-TV in Watertown, MA), we look at the hated Stamp Act and the start of t…
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Iain Dale talks to the Royal Editor of The Times, Kate Mansey, about the life and reign of the last of the Stuart monarchs, Queen Anne.Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 22 January 2025
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35:05Prime 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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186. William IV (1830-37)
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24:49Iain Dale talks to Professor Elaine Chalus from the University of Liverpool about the comparatively brief reign of the last of the Hannoverian monarchs, William IVVon Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 15 January 2025
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35:41Prime 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 Telegraph journalist Tim Stanley about the life of Queen Mary, who failed to provide an heirVon Global
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8b. Lord Bute (Pt 2)
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1:01:52A second episode for examining John Stuart, Third Earl of Bute, and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Lord Bute, including his time in the sun, post-premiership, and review. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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6.2 - John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute (Part 2)
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1:26:34With the ascension of George III, John Stuart found himself as the chief advisor to the king with a mandate to end the Seven Years' War and reduce government corruption. This is the story of how a Scottish botanist became the most hated man in England.Von Joe & Abram
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Prime Minister's Questions - 8 January 2025
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184. Matilda (1141-1141)
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26:53Iain Dale talks to historian Gabby Storey about the life and disputed reign of the Empress Matilda.Von Global
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183. Henry II (1154-89)
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36:57Iain Dale talks to lawyer and historian Theo Barclay about the highly significant reign of the King who was determined to rid himself of a turbulent priest.Von Global
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182. Charles III (2022 - )
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43:50Iain Dale talks to LBC Presenter Shelagh Fogarty about the life of the reigning monarch King Charles IIIVon Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 18 December 2024
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36:21Prime 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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181. Henry IV (1399-1413)
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44:35Iain Dale talks to Professor Christopher Given-Wilson from the University of St Andrews about the rather turbulent reign of Henry IV.Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 11 December 2024
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34:50Prime 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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180. Richard I (1187-1199)
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38:52Iain Dale talks to award winning historian Dan Jones about the reign of Richard the Lionheart. Dan’s new biography of Henry V is out now!Von Global
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6.1 - John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute (Part 1)
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1:16:29Few things made John Stuart happier than the theater or collecting specimens on the banks of the Thames. Just as he was settling in to a quiet life, a chance meeting with Prince Frederick set the Earl of Bute on an unexpected collision course with British politics.Von Joe & Abram
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Special Episode: Guy Fawkes
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1:38:15To celebrate our Prime Time turning one year old we're learning about Guy Fawkes, Bonfire Night, and the 5th November. primetimepod.com [email protected] @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 - 4 December 2024
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33:39Prime 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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179. William II (1087-1100)
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31:11Iain Dale talks to historian Emma Mason about the life of William Rufus, son of William the Conqueror.Von Global
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Prime Minister's Questions - 27 November 2024
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35:32Prime 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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178. George III (1760-1820)
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29:13Iain Dale talks to top historian Andrew Roberts about the life of one of our longest serving monarchs.Von Global
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