The Political Party

Show 285 - Anas Sarwar - LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

The charismatic (and cheeky) leader of Scottish Labour returns to the Political Party to boss Matt about again. Anas continues to be hilarious and profound in equal measur and speaks movingly about Scotland's role in the Empire, Labour politicians on picket lines and what becomes the major topic of discussion: Comic Con and the awful things he saw there. Best enjoyed with a big bag of jelly peaches. (It'll make sense). Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performances Buy tickets to Matt's completely rewritten stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performances Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 22 Aug: Joanna Cherry 19 Sept: Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel 3 Oct: Mick Lynch 17 Oct: Matt Hancock 7 Nov: David Dimbleby 5 Dec: Rachel Reeves Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 18, 2022

67 min

Show 284 - Gordon Brown LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

Chancellor for ten years and Prime Minister for three, Gordon Brown is one of the most important and impactful politicians in British history. He's also a phenomenal raconteur and his anecdotes about Scottish football and Nelson Mandela will have you howling with laughter. With tales spanning his time in office and since, Gordon demonstrates why he's such a unique politician and character, just as animated today about inequality as he ever was. This is a glorious mix of high-level political insight, stirring emotion and massive laughs, making it one of the most special episodes of the podcast ever recorded. Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performances Buy tickets to Matt's completely rewritten stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performances Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 22 Aug: Joanna Cherry 19 Sept: Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel 3 Oct: Mick Lynch 17 Oct: Matt Hancock 7 Nov: David Dimbleby 5 Dec: Rachel Reeves Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

August 8, 2022

61 min

Show 283 - Alan Johnson Live

One of the most popular, formidable and purely likeable politicians in the country returns for a cracking analysis of the Conservative Leadership race and the state of the Labour Party. To many, Alan is the greatest Prime Minister we never had and in this hilarious and honest chat, he shows why he's still so highly rated. Alan is a rare find in politics: an exceptional Cabinet-level talent who really didn't want to be Prime Minister. As well as all his other assets what he really has is warmth and this is ultimately an hour in the company of a very special and rare man. Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre here: https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performances Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 7 Aug: Gordon Brown 15 Aug: Anas Sarwar 22 Aug: Joanna Cherry 3 Oct: Mick Lynch 17 Oct: Matt Hancock 5 Dec: Rachel Reeves Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

July 27, 2022

76 min

Show 282 - Sam McAlister

This is the astonishing inside account of Prince Andrew's Newsnight interview. The details will blow your mind. Sam McAlister produced the show for years and was able to convince guests to give interviews when no-one else could. In her new book 'Scoops', she takes us behind the scenes of various interviews including Julian Assange, Steven Seagal and Amy Schumer. It's a fascinating inside account of how she manages to secure the biggest guests as well as honesty about the mistakes made along the way. The years spent trying to convince Prince Andrew to do the show, the meetings she had with him before, the experience of being in that room as the interview unfolds and then his reaction afterwards will all astound you. Buy Sam's book 'Scoops' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scoops-Behind-Scenes-Shocking-Interviews/dp/0861544404/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AU16NUDYA3FA&keywords=9780861544400&qid=1642179379&sprefix=9780861544400,aps,62&sr=8-1 Follow Sam on Twitter: @SamMcAlister1 Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show with ALAN JOHNSON on Monday 25 July here: https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 25 July: Alan Johnson 7 Aug: Gordon Brown 15 Aug: Anas Sarwar 22 Aug: Joanna Cherry 17 Oct: Matt Hancock 5 Dec: Rachel Reeves Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

July 19, 2022

52 min

Show 281 - Lindsay Hoyle LIVE

Oh boy. This is a cracker. The Speaker of the House of Commons is a raconteur without equal and holds court in this riot of an episode. Passionate about democracy, impartiality and fairness, Lindsay Hoyle shows how you can make the Commons function more effectively without sacrificing its unique atmosphere. One episode with Lindsay really isn't enough, you'll be left wanting so many more stories from him. His tale about taking Nancy Pelosi to Coronation Street is one of the best you'll ever hear. Grab a crumpet and wash it down with a pint of Newton and Ridleys, we're going to Lancashire... Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show with ALAN JOHNSON on Monday 25 July here: https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right, touring across the UK including his run at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 25 July: Alan Johnson 7 Aug: Gordon Brown 15 Aug: Anas Sarwar 22 Aug: Joanna Cherry 17 Oct: Matt Hancock 5 Dec: Rachel Reeves Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

July 13, 2022

84 min

Show 280 - David Davis LIVE

The first ever Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union delivers his comprehensive verdict on Boris Johnson's government. David is typically candid and gives a great insight into the Brexit negotiations and his relationship with Michel Barnier. He also tells us the reason he resigned from Theresa May's government when he did (and who he told in advance), plus the riveting story of how he came to call on Boris Johnson to resign. This is packed with brilliant inside stories from the most tumultuous period in recent history. Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show with LINDSAY HOYLE on Monday 11 July here: https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right, touring across the UK including his run at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 11 July: Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle 25 July: Alan Johnson 17 Oct: Matt Hancock Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

June 29, 2022

83 min

Show 279 - Gary Neville LIVE

This is even better than you've imagined. Sharp, funny and full of passion, Gary Neville explains why he's become so politically motived in recent years and exactly what shaped his politics: from the sense of solidarity he got from Alex Ferguson, to the nuance he gets from his Conservative-supporting mother. Naturally funny, deeply thoughtful and charged with energy, you'll forget you're listening to an ex-footballer. Glory, glory Gary Neville. Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show with DAVID DAVIS on Monday 27 June here: https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right, touring across the UK including his run at The Edinburgh Festival here: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 27 June: David Davis 11 July: Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle 25 July: Alan Johnson Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

June 15, 2022

105 min

Show 278 - Wes Streeting - LIVE

Wes Streeting's profile is rising by the second. Touted as a future Prime Minister by allies and opponents, he's one of Labour's most impressive and compelling performers... and he's still only 39. Passionate, funny and blessed with a clarity of communication, it's no wonder he's the politician everyone is talking about. Wes has led an incredible life and so some of his relatives. In this highly entertaining interview you'll get to know Wes Streeting the politician and the person. Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show with GARY NEVILLE on Monday 13 June here: https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde Buy tickets to Matt's brand new stand-up show Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers to the Right, touring across the UK including at The Soho Theatre from 14-18 June: https://www.mattforde.com/2022tour Forthcoming guests at The Political Party include: 13 June: Gary Neville 27 June: David Davis 11 July: Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

June 2, 2022

91 min

About the podcast The Political Party

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Show 285 - Anas Sarwar - LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

Show 284 - Gordon Brown LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

Show 283 - Alan Johnson Live

Show 282 - Sam McAlister

Show 281 - Lindsay Hoyle LIVE

Show 280 - David Davis LIVE

Show 279 - Gary Neville LIVE

Show 278 - Wes Streeting - LIVE

About the podcast The Political Party

Categories

The Political Party

About the podcast The Political Party

Categories

Show 285 - *Anas Sarwar - LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival*

Show 284 - *Gordon Brown LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival*

Show 283 - *Alan Johnson Live*

Show 282 - Sam McAlister

Show 281 - *Lindsay Hoyle LIVE*

Show 280 - *David Davis LIVE*

Show 279 - *Gary Neville LIVE*

Show 278 - *Wes Streeting - LIVE*

About the podcast The Political Party

Categories

Show 285 - Anas Sarwar - LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

Show 284 - Gordon Brown LIVE at the Edinburgh Festival

Show 283 - Alan Johnson Live

Show 281 - Lindsay Hoyle LIVE

Show 280 - David Davis LIVE

Show 279 - Gary Neville LIVE

Show 278 - Wes Streeting - LIVE