Talking Politics
Why is Badenoch repeating a false Adolescence conspiracy? Can the world bully Trump on tariffs? Plus how power has changed Rachel Reeves
In the latest episode of Talking Politics, Paul Brand, Robert Peston and Lewis Denison discuss: Why Kemi Badenoch is helping to spread a false conspiracy theory about Netflix hit drama Adolescence How the UK will look to react to Donald Trump’s tariffs and how low-income MAGA loyalists will be clattered by the US president’s protectionist policies Why Canada PM Mark Carney is best placed to lead a coalition of nations against the USA Whether UK consumers could boycott US goods in retaliation Why Nigel Farage and Reform will be tested on their loyalty to Britain AND Trump And finally, how power has changed Chancellor Rachel Reeves You can WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Talking Politics on YouTube and Spotify. Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com
2 abr 2025 - 24 min 31 seg
Trump turns on Putin, tariff 'Liberation Day' looms, Trump talks up a THIRD term, and Musk's $1m Wisconsin voter payments
Donald Trump could not hide his frustration over the lack of progress on a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, saying he is 'p***ed off' at Vladimir Putin whilst also hitting out at Volodymr Zelenskyy for 'backing out' of a rare earth minerals deal. US Correspondent Dan Rivers, former White House staffer Laura Schwartz, and host Lucy Watson discuss where this leaves the Trump-Putin relationship, and whether he can still secure a ceasefire and peace deal. Also, the team discuss Trump's latest comments to NBC News about his plans for a third term in the White House being 'no joke'. Could it really happen, perhaps with JD Vance running for President then resigning, or is America heading for a constitutional crisis in 2028? Also on the agenda is Trump's tariff 'Liberation Day' on Wednesday, and whether Americans are as excited about the imposition of sweeping new tariffs as Trump himself is - and how it will affect store prices as well as key industries such as car manufacturing. Laura Schwartz describes how security really works inside the White House in light of the Houthi Signal group chat fiasco, and the team discuss why Elon Musk is controversially handing out $1 million dollars to voters ahead of Wisconsin's supreme court election on Tuesday. We're talking politics every week but what is it you want us discuss? Email us on talkingpolitics@itv.com You can watch Talking Politics on ITVX, YouTube or listen on your favourite podcast platform.
31 mar 2025 - 34 min 45 seg
Should expenses be scrapped for MPs after their pay rise? And what role could Donald Trump's sons play in a MAGA dynasty?
In this brief episode of Talking Politics Q A, with Anushka Asthana away, Tom Bradby and Robert Peston answer a range of questions, namely: Isn't it time that all expenses for MPs and the Lords were stopped? Do you think Trump is grooming and positioning his sons to run for presidency in four years to ensure a Trump presidential dynasty and the extreme MAGA movement continues? Harvard economist John Kenneth Galbraith gave us the phrase: "the age of uncertainty". What age are we all living in now? And... fun and politics do not go in the same sentence - agree or disagree? Got a question for us? Email on talkingpolitics@itv.com You can listen or watch Talking Politics on Youtube, ITVX or your favourite podcast platform. Remember to subscribe so you NEVER miss an episode!
28 mar 2025 - 17 min 24 seg
Spring Statement ‘fiction’, how far the UK is conceding to Trump on tariffs and trade, and do 'mediocre' MPs deserve their pay rise?
In this episode of Talking Politics, Tom Bradby is joined by Anushka Asthana (briefly) and Robert Peston for the duration to discuss: The “fiction” at the heart of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement Why Robert and Anushka have now both upset the Treasury The future challenges the UK faces in the era of Donald Trump and his tariff wars Why Robert is recoiling at the potential concessions the UK is making in trade talks in Washington And whether MPs - even the "mediocre" ones! - deserve their above inflation 2.8% pay rise Do you have a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com for our Friday Q A edition
26 mar 2025 - 30 min 43 seg
Canada versus USA, outrage at Trump envoy’s Putin love-in and the painting that has made Donald RAGE!
In this episode of Talking Politics USA, Tom Bradby, Dan Rivers and Laura Schwartz react to the shocking pro-Putin sentiments being issued from Trump’s loyalists and the White House - in stark contrast to the brutality and war crimes Dan unearthed in Ukraine. The trio also discuss: How Mark Carney is using Trump as the key campaign target for his bid to remain prime minister of Canada versus Pierre Poilievre. Why Donald Trump’s tariff wars runs a major risk of alienating one section of core supporters. How Vice President JD Vance and Trump envoy Steve Witkoff have deepened rifts with US allies while delighting the Kremlin. Why Witcoff's warm words about Vladimir Putin have caused such offence amid peace negotiations over Ukraine. The treasures in Greenland which have seen it become a territory of major interest to the Trump administration. And why a painting hanging on the wall of the Colorado State Capitol building in 2019 has suddenly enraged Donald Trump. Do you have a question for the Talking Politics USA team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com You can WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on YouTube here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vLyvOf-qZsM list=PLFXSE3NhAYiZ8ymySHRegjBOZL5pBv1bq index=1 pp=iAQB
24 mar 2025 - 33 min 39 seg
Q : Could Trump call off elections? Could Badenoch EVER be PM? Which leader was a nightmare to interview?
"I hope I never have to go through something like that again!" Robert Peston opens up on his nightmare interview with a previous prime minister in the latest episode of Talking Politics Q A special. He,Tom Bradby and Anushka Asthana give their answers to a wide range of audience queries, namely: Why do people think the Trump ‘problem’ will fade after four years? Will this war be settled between Trump and Putin with Zelenskyy just a side show? What will it take for Labour to abandon the Chancellor’s fiscal rules and raise taxes? Kemi Badenoch will never win the Tories an election. Agree or disagree? Who is the most powerful person in government we don’t know? Who is the hardest person you’ve ever had to interview? Do you have a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and get us talking about what matters most to you...
21 mar 2025 - 18 min 06 seg
Why Trump has rocked Starmer’s confidence
''What happened in that conversation between Trump and Putin actually brings us quite close to a crunch moment for the British prime minister.'' In this week’s Talking Politics, Tom, Robert and Anushka discuss: Why Donald Trump cosying up to Vladimir Putin could soon pop Keir Starmer’s newfound confidence How a Trump-Putin deal would see Downing Street’s Ukraine strategy unravel The possible growth reboot for the British economy amid the defence spending hike The furious fallout from the government’s welfare reforms, both among listeners and inside Labour Whether Chancellor Rachel Reeves has lost control ahead of next week’s Spring Statement or 'emergency budget' Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and get us talking about the things that matter most to you...
19 mar 2025 - 20 min 25 seg
Donald Trump vs the law - AGAIN. Plus is Elon Musk giving Tesla owners buyer's remorse?
"How this showdown between the executive and the judiciary plays out is the drama of the next four years!" After U.S. authorities deported hundreds of Venezuelan and Central American men to El Salvador - potentially in defiance of a federal judge - the Talking Politics USA team discuss the latest court battle Donald Trump could be about to face. Tom Bradby, Robert Moore and former White House advisor Laura Schwartz also examine the impact of Elon Musk's ties to Donald Trump on Tesla, and the state of the Democrats. Plus, Laura has details from the Gridiron Dinner, one of Washington's most exclusive nights. Got a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com to make sure we're talking about what matters to you.
17 mar 2025 - 23 min 55 seg
Q : How far could Trump go before Starmer criticises him?
In our first Talking Politics Q A special, Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana give the listeners the answers to their key questions, burning concerns and a few less serious queries, namely: What would tip the UK to realise Trump can’t be counted as ‘one of the good guys’? How would Ukraine joining NATO affect the outcome of the war and America? Why has Starmer backtracked on so many promises in his manifesto before the election? Why does the media not cover stories on the Liberal Democrats? What’s one political buzzword you absolutely hate? If you could report on a different subject to politics or economics what would it be? Do you have a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and get us talking about what matters most to you...
14 mar 2025 - 19 min 32 seg
How can the UK combat Trump’s tariffs? Plus Anushka’s Tesla confession
"Backing out from the Tesla, I take the entire side off it…" Anushka reveals the expensive mistake which left her apologising to a Tesla driver as she, Robert and Tom discuss the damage Donald Trump and Elon Musk have done to the car’s market value amid the US president's continued assault on the world order. The trio also give the inside track on: The Downing Street response to the US president’s tariffs war with Europe Why Keir Starmer should ignore domestic pressure and be bolder with defence spending How the looming benefits cuts will hit our listeners And how Nigel Farage is handling yet another high profile public bust up Tom Bradby, Robert Peston and Anushka Asthana are Talking Politics every Wednesday. Do you have a question for the team? Email talkingpolitics@itv.com and get them in the mix for our new Q A special episodes…
12 mar 2025 - 29 min 52 seg