Episodes
No Ali this week so joining Zoe for the show is Harry Clarke Ezzidio, the New Statesman's Policy Correspondent. The two discuss Rachel Reeves landlord problems, the Renters Rights Bill and possible plans to house asylum seekers in military barracks. Then Clive Lewis, Labour MP for Norwich South joins to break down the "embarrassing" Keir Starmer political project and why he would "consider" joining the Green Party.
On this weeks episode Ali and Laura Beveridge from Politics Joe discuss Prince Andrew’s titles, election results in Caerphilly and the Your Party debacle… Zarah Sultana if you’re there, we’d love to know what’s happening?Next, Ali and Professor Ellis Cashmore have an extremely heated debate over the Maccabi Tel Aviv supporter’s ban… and whether they trust the police reports.Finally.. Ali and Tom Allingham from Save the Student discuss the government’s plan to increase university fees- will this wipe out the last of our students or make universities great again?
On this weeks episode Ali and Zoe are joined by the New Statesman's US Correspondent Freddie Hayward to ask the question: Did Keir Starmer get us a Ceasefire in Gaza? No.But before that in the Week Unwrapped they break down Nigel Farage's connections to extreme anti abortion activists in the US, Zack Polanski's Green Party reaching 115k members and London reaching the lowest Murder rate since monthly records began. Then Ali and Zoe celebrate the 0.1% increase in forecasted growth! But UK inflation rate is still at 3.8%, food costs continue to rise steeply, job openings are dropping and unem...
To kick off this week's show Zoe and Ali react to the news that Pubs will be allowed to open until the early hours of the mornings in plans to boost growth. After this they break down Nigel Farage's 12 second jobs that have earned him £1 million since the general election and react to the ceasefire deal in Palestine.They are then joined by Deputy Editor of Conservative Home Henry Hill to discuss Conservative Conference, namely Robert Jenrick's anger at seeing "no white faces" in Birmingham. Finally, Ali and Zoe are joined by co-leader of the Progressive Judiaism group, Rabbi Charley Baginsk...
Zoe can't make it this week so Ali is flying solo, first joined by Comedian and Podcaster Milo Edwards to break down all the exciting news from Labour Party Conference. After this economist James Meadway comes into the studio to break down Rachel Reeve's policy announcement and the government's spending in the build-up to conference.Check out Milo Edwards' Stand-up tour here: https://www.miloedwards.co.uk/liveshows
Keir Starmer's government announced the introduction of Digital ID cards, but with Andy Burnham knocking on this door, will he last long enough to see them arrive?This week on Politics Uncensored Ali is away, so Zoe is instead joined by New Statesman Policy Correspondent Harry Clarke Ezzidio to break down the weeks news: The introduction of Digital ID cards, the Your Party's membership chaos and Ed Davey's public spat with Nigel Farage.After this, local democracy reporter for MyLondon Kumail Jaffer joins to break down Donald Trump's attacks on Sadiq Khan and London. Rounding the episode off...
Tommy Robinson lead a march through central London with Far-Right figures such as Katie Hopkins and Laurence Fox. Zoe Grunewald explains why we need a MORAL STAND against the "racist thug". Ali Milani and Zoe Grunewald break down the far-right insurgency this week. First with Dr Georgios Samaras, who is an assistant professor of public policy at King’s College London on the London protests this weekend, to break down Tommy Robinson's far-right rally. Then they speak to Dr Erica Frantz to discuss Trump’s state visit and it’s implications following the wave of political violence in the US aft...
Zoe Grunewald is away this week so producer and journalist Hugh Smiley joins Ali Milani to discuss Angela Rayner's tax troubles, Nigel Farage's US free speech tour and Zack Polanski's landslide green party victory. After this Ali And Hugh speak to Zoe Gardner explain Labour's immigration crackdown and then James Meadway joins the show to explain the government's tax conundrum.
On today's show, Ali and Zoe speak to Zoe Crowther, political reporter for politics home, about the AI divide among MPs. Should they use it? If so how? And how did Zoe get an AI MP to write a tinder bio? After this they are joined by political commentator and writer Stella Tsantekidou on the question, did Labour let down abused women? They break down why the Government have tasked the domestic violence charity SafeLives, to lead a review process into the risk assessment tool that they themselves created. Is this a case of marking your own homework?
On this week's show, Ali and Zoe are first joined by Anastasia Kucher, a Ukrainian journalist based in Dnipro who’s just returned from the country, reporting for the European Correspondent. She broke down the Trump and Zelensky peace talks as well as giving us an update on the mood in Ukraine. After this Anna Sabine, the Lib Dem MP for Frome and East Somerset joined to discuss her Party’s place in an increasingly extreme political landscape, their recommitment to the pensions triple lock and the proscription of Palestine Action.
This week on Politics Uncensored, Zoe and Ali discuss Rupert Lowe's endless lies about London, Taylor Swift's new album announcement and Palestine Action protest arrests. Later in the show they speak to journalist and documentary maker Ruwaida Amer who is currently in Gaza, to get an update about the situation. They also break down No Logic Liz Truss and Ben Shapiro's attacks on the NHS.
This week, Zoe and Ali wrap up the weeks news including Labour’s Landlord turned former Homelessness Minister, the collapse of the British prison system and what the f**k is going on with Kemi Badenoch.They are joined by political commentator Chloe Dobbs to discuss the Government’s new pilot scheme that will see some migrants arriving on small boats detained and returned across the Channel, while the UK agrees to take in an equal number of asylum seekers who haven’t attempted the journey and pass security checks. Plus, they dive into the backlash around Channel 4’s new Bonnie Blue document...
This week on Politics Uncensored, Ali Milani and Zoë Grünewald dive into the launch of a new left-wing party fronted by Jeremy Corbyn, and what it means for Labour’s electoral chances. We unpack the protests in Epping over local housing policy and policing. Plus: Trump’s name appears on Epstein’s flight logs and Lucia Osborne-Crowley joins us to break it all down.
This week on Politics Uncensored, Ali Milani and Zoë Grünewald unpack the political backlash to the new Superman film, criticised by MAGA voices and Israeli officials over immigration and Palestine references. PoliticsHome’s Tom Scotson joins to discuss a leaked Afghan refugee relocation scheme. Plus: Trump’s Epstein denial, Labour rebels, and votes at 16.
This episode we discuss new data showing UK child poverty rates reaching their highest levels in decades, and what that means for policy and families across the country. Caitlin Prowle from the Co-operative Party joins us to talk about local approaches to economic resilience through community ownership. We also look at the recent immigration agreement between Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, examining its political and practical implications.
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.
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?
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ali and Zoë discuss Kemi Badenoch's time as the leader of the opposition and whether another leadership contest could be on the horizon.
Ali and Zoë are joined by astrologer Inbaal Honigman to explain how we can use astrology to understand the recent political turmoil
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.
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.
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.
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.