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Politics Unpacked

Politics Unpacked

By: The Times
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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the the politics of the day - and the stuff that's even more important - with the brightest brains from the Times and Sunday Times.


You can listen to Hugo on DAB, smart speaker or app 10am-1pm Monday to Friday. If you like what you hear, then read more at http://www.thetimes.com/

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The Times Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Is The UK Internationally Irrelevant?

    Is The UK Internationally Irrelevant?
    Jun 23 2025

    Donald Trump's unilateral attack on Iran exposes the limit to which Britain can influence events in the Middle East. Should we be happy with the role of bystander?


    Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Sebastian Payne and Carol Lewis.

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    31 mins
  • Is There A "Window" For Iran Diplomacy?

    Is There A "Window" For Iran Diplomacy?
    Jun 20 2025

    Donald Trump's given Iran a "two-week" reprieve for negotiations and David Lammy has gone to Geneva for talks with the Iranian foreign minister. But can their diplomacy work?


    Ed Vaizey is joined by columnists Michael Binyon and Jane Merrick to unpack the politics of the day.

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    31 mins
  • How Will The UK Respond If Trump Attacks?

    How Will The UK Respond If Trump Attacks?
    Jun 19 2025

    Donald Trump is reported to have approved a plan to attack Iran, and the world waits to see if he uses it. But how will Keir Starmer respond?


    Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Matthew Parris and Claire Cohen.

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    33 mins
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