Iain Dale All Talk

Iain Dale interviews Baroness Helena Kennedy about her life as a lawyer tackling violence against women and girls, the difficulty of balancing political views with legal work... and her unique role in the Coronation of King Charles III.

Iain Dale interviews impressionist and writer Steve Nallon about the tricks of his trade as a voice artist, the easiest public figures to impersonate and how he's adapted his repertoire over time. They also discuss Steve's new novel for young people THE TIME THAT NEVER WAS.

Iain Dale interviews American author and historian Alvin Felzenberg about getting to know numerous US presidents, including Ronald Reagan and the Bushes, working on the 9/11 Commission and how he would rank American leaders throughout history.

Brexit, Covid, Partygate, lockdowns, leaks, the war in Ukraine, a cost-of-living crisis and the scandals that plagued our politics. Guto Harri was in the room when the big decisions were made. In this podcast, expect unprecedented access behind the shiny black door of Number 10 Downing Street, during one of the most chaotic periods in British political history.  Guto was Boris Johnson’s Communications Chief. When he first walked over the Number 10 threshold, things weren’t normal. A set of circumstances, scandals and chaos that will never be repeated. It was unprecedented. Episode one out now on Global Player.

Iain Dale interviews comedian and actor Njambi McGrath about her career in comedy, the damage done by the British Empire and her book THROUGH THE LEOPARD'S GAZE, which details her harrowing but inspiring childhood in Kenya.

Iain Dale interviews foreign affairs journalist and author Tim Marshall about his time as a TV correspondent, the personalities and characters he's met throughout his career covering major international events, as well as his new book THE FUTURE OF GEOGRAPHY: HOW POWER AND POLITICS IN SPACE WILL CHANGE OUR WORLD.

Iain Dale interviews veteran journalist and writer Julia Langdon. They discuss the challenges of breaking into journalism, forming relationships with politicians and the wide variety of people Julia has interviewed. She's gone toe-to-toe with then Archbishop of Canterbury Robert Runcie, Chinese revolutionary leader Deng Xiaoping and the poet Ogden Nash, among many others. Also, she once caught out Jeffrey Archer doing a fake American accent...

Iain Dale interviews trade unionist and campaigner Len McCluskey. They discuss his childhood in Liverpool, taking on Margaret Thatcher's government and how unions have changed over the years, as well as the challenges from his time as General Secretary of Unite. Len's book is ALWAYS RED.

Iain Dale interviews political academic Professor Tim Bale about whether being impartial helps or hinders his work, the influence of 'celebrity' Brexiteers, the highs and lows of the Conservative leadership contest and his book THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY AFTER BREXIT: TURMOIL AND TRANSFORMATION.

Iain Dale interviews NHS psychologist and broadcaster Dr Sian Williams about moving from news presenting to counselling, how to handle anxiety, stress and trauma, as well as her book RISE: A FIRST-AID KIT FOR GETTING THROUGH TOUGH TIMES.

Iain Dale interviews singer-songwriter Alistair Griffin. They discuss the start of his musical career as a busker in York, how he was mentored by Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, as well as the inspiration behind some of the songs on his latest album FOREVER TODAY: A TRIBUTE TO ROBIN GIBB.

Iain Dale interviews Conservative MP and Schools Minister Nick Gibb. They discuss how he got into politics, whether he's afraid to have a row with headteachers and whether he'll achieve what he wants to achieve before the next election.

Iain Dale interviews Guardian columnist and author Zoe Williams. They discuss her upbringing, whether Oxbridge is what it's cracked up to be, how to write a column and the kind of people she dreads to interview.

Iain Dale is in Washington and interviews Dame Karen Pierce, British Ambassador to the United States. They discuss a day in the life of a diplomat, as well as the importance of the 'special relationship', the Northern Ireland protocol and how the American people responded to the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Iain Dale interviews comedian and writer Arthur Smith. They discuss when Arthur found out he was funny, the feeling when a show goes wrong and the power of the Edinburgh Fringe. Arthur's stage show MY FIRST 75 YEARS IN COMEDY is playing at the Pleasance Theatre in London.

Iain Dale interviews the equality campaigner Peter Tatchell, in the week of the 40th anniversary of the Bermondsey by-election, often described as the dirtiest, most violent and most homophobic election in Britain since 1945. They discuss Peter's inspiration for a lifetime of campaigning, gay marriage in the UK and the most evil person Peter has ever met.

Iain Dale interviews former British Ambassador to the United States, Lord Renwick. They discuss the policies and vision of President George H.W. Bush, in comparison with many other US Presidents, as well as Lord Renwick's own varied and fascinating career. It's all based around his new book A TRUE STATESMAN: GEORGE H.W. BUSH AND THE 'INDISPENSABLE NATION'.

Iain Dale interviews left wing activist and commentator Michael Chessum about his views, philosophy and political activism, based around his new book THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING: MAKING OF A NEW LEFT, FROM ANTI-AUSTERITY TO THE FALL OF CORBYN.

Iain Dale talks to former LibDem leader Tim Farron about his book A MUCKY BUSINESS: WHY CHRISTIANS SHOULD GET INVOLVED IN POLITICS. This is Tim’s second appearance on the podcast. Scroll down the episode list to listen to his first appearance, where he talks about his life and political career.

Iain Dale talks to veteran political journalist Donald Macintyre about his life and career as a Labour editor, political editor and foreign correspondent