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• Episode 101 - The First Year Of A Labour Government

  In this episode, Ali and Zoe look back on the Labour government’s first year in power — the wins, the wobbles, and everything in between. Joined by columnist Jonn Elledge, they dive into the big policy moves, the unexpected moments, and how Keir Starmer’s team has handled the pressure of power. From scrapping Rwanda to awkward international run-ins, it's a no-nonsense verdict on Year One of Labour in government.

• Episode 101: Daddy Issues? Unpacking Trump’s Latest Nickname

  This week on Politics Uncensored, Ali Milani and Zoë Grünewald sit down with disability rights campaigner Michael Ehardt to unpack the growing backlash to Labour’s proposed benefits cuts — and ask what the rebellion from backbench MPs could mean for Keir Starmer’s agenda. Then, the spotlight shifts across the Atlantic as Ali and Zoë dive into the New York mayoral race, where an unexpected Democratic outsider is shaking up the status quo. What’s behind the surge — and could it signal a broader shift in US politics?

• Episode 100 - Who is going to be held accountable for the HS2 delays?

  This week on Politics Uncensored, Ali Milani and Zoë Grünewald dive into the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel — asking what’s at stake, and what it could mean if the United States steps in. Merry Cross joins to unpack the government’s disability cuts and the real-world consequences for people across the UK. And Simon Calder breaks down the latest HS2 delays — questioning who’s really to blame and what the future holds for Britain’s rail ambitions.

• Episode 99 - Will Sebag-Montefiore, Eshaan Akbar & Jay Chan

  his week, Ali Milani is joined by co-host Will Sebag-Montefiore to unpack the biggest political stories making headlines. Eshaan Akbar delves into the growing trend of OnlyFans creators in the UK, while Ali recalls the surreal moment he was mistakenly reported dead by the media. Jay Chan also drops in to talk about his quest to drink a pint in every UK constituency — but will he finally name his favourite MP?

• Episode 98 - Pensions for Service Pups

  This week on Politics Uncensored, Ali Milani asks whether service dogs deserve a pension after years of loyal work, unpacks the impact of scrapping the two-child benefit cap on families and the economy, and breaks down the viral reaction to Rachel Reeves’ speech — asking whether political messaging still has the power to shift public opinion.

• Episode 97 - Are Britain losing patience with Israel?

  Ali and Zoë discuss David Lammy's recent condemnation of Israel and whether the tides are shifting when it comes to public support of Israel.

• Episode 97 - Are Britain losing patience with Israel?

  Ali and Zoë discuss David Lammy's recent condemnation of Israel and whether the tides are shifting when it comes to public support of Israel.

• Episode 96 - Labour's plan to tackle overcrowding in prisons

  Ali and Zoë speak to a former prison governor about Labour's plan to build three new prisons and limit the recall duration time to tackle the ongoing prison crisis.

• Episode 95 - 100 days of Trump

  Ali and Zoë discuss the first 100 days of Trump's second term as President and give their thoughts on what might happen over the next four years.

• Episode 89 - Is Kemi Badenoch's time as Tory Leader running out?

  Ali and Zoë discuss Kemi Badenoch's time as the leader of the opposition and whether another leadership contest could be on the horizon.

• Episode 88 - Politics and Astrology

  Ali and Zoë are joined by astrologer Inbaal Honigman to explain how we can use astrology to understand the recent political turmoil

• Episode 87 - Trump v the World

  Zoë explores the economic impact of President Trump's package of tariffs and whether it could spark a global recession. Featuring interview with Josiah Mortimer, chief reporter at Byline Times, Fergus Jimenez-England, associate economist at NIESR and George Finch, senior editor at The New Reformer.

• Episode 86 - Spring Statement fallout

  Ali and Zoë discuss the Spring Statement and Labour's plans to cut £3.4bn from the welfare bill. Featuring interviews with Sophia Kleanthous, disability campaigner, and Jess Leigh, women's rights campaigner.

• Episode 85 - Gareth Southgate and the importance of male role models

  Ali and Zoë discuss Sir Gareth Southgate's Richard Dimbleby lecture and ask whether enough is being done to protect young men from 'toxic' influencers.

• Episode 84 - Could the Civil Service be replaced with AI?

  Ali and Zoë discuss Sir Keir Starmer's plans to cut the 'flabby' British state and ask why the Civil Service is always first on the chopping block.

• Episode 83 - Starmer Enters the Belly of the Beast

  Ali and Zoë discuss Sir Keir Starmer's visit to Washington and ask what success looks like when negotiating with Donald Trump.

• Episode 82 - The New World Order

  Ali and Zoë discuss a seismic week in international affairs, the likes of which has not been since the end of the Cold War.

• Episode 81 - Is Gen Z giving up on Britain?

  Ali and Zoë discuss a new survey that suggests less than half of Gen Z are proud to be British.

• Episode 80 - Could Lucy Letby face a retrial?

  Ali and Zoë react to a medical panel's review of the Lucy Letby case which concluded that she didn't murder any babies.

• Episode 79 - Gen Z Don't Like Democracy

  Ali and Zoë discuss an alarming poll that suggests more than half of Gen Z would prefer the UK to be a dictatorship.

• Episode 78 - Southport Killer Sentenced

  Ali and Zoë react in the immediate aftermath of the Southport killer's sentencing, and ask what has to happen next?

• Episode 77 - Is Britain too 'Work-Shy?'

  With Ali away, Zoë looks into the reasons behind why the level of productivity in the UK is falling behind other developed nations.

• Episode 76 - Ali Milani vs Elon Musk

  Ali and Zoë break down a busy first week back for politics both at home and across the pond in 2025, and ask whether Elon Musk's influence on UK politics is damaging for Keir Starmer's Labour government.

• THE BEST OF 2024 - Part 2

  Take a look back at Ali and Zoë's best moments of 2024!

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