The Politics Show

The Politics Show

Helping you make sense of politics – every week.


Anoosh Chakelian and the New Statesman team bring you sharp reporting, clear analysis and thoughtful conversations to help you understand what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.


The New Statesman is Britain’s leading source of news and commentary on politics and culture with a progressive perspective. On The Politics Show, our journalists and expert guests cut through the noise of the headlines to explain the forces shaping our world. From the battles inside the Labour Party to the future of the Conservatives, from the rise of Reform UK to the debates that dominate Parliament, we provide the clarity you need to follow UK politics.


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Hosts:

Anoosh Chakelian



Regular contributors and co-hosts:

Tom McTague, Editor-in-chief

Ailbhe Rea, Political editor



Production team:

Senior podcast producer: Catharine Hughes

Podcast and video producer: Rob Le Mare

Assistant producer: Biba Kang

Executive producer: Chris Stone


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Episodes

1462-

Burnham bounce: Labour overtakes Reform

15 Aug 2026
1461-

Farage wins again at Clacton circus

14 Aug 2026
1460-

Is Clacton fed up with Farage?

12 Aug 2026
1459-

Are we living under “woke Blue Labour”?

10 Aug 2026
1458-

Andy Burnham's North Sea drilling dilemma | Weekly roundup

08 Aug 2026