Leading Podcast
1) 169. Jimmy Wales: Wikipedia vs. Musk, AI, and the Battle for Truth
Who gave us an encyclopedia in our pockets? Why is the statement that Donald Trump is the "worst president in US history" allowed on his Wikipedia page? How do Brazilians and Americans differ on the...Show More
2) 168. A Climate Special: Populism, Security, and Leadership
Can the planet sustain infinite economic growth, or is GDP a flawed metric? Is the UK genuinely decarbonising, or is it simply outsourcing its pollution? How can politicians defeat the populist narrat...Show More
3) 167. Faith, Depression, and Finding Calm in the Chaos (Professor Mark Williams)
From Parliament to Prison, how can people find calm in chaotic environments? How does one cope with grief during the festive period? What are some successful ways to combat depression? Rory and Al...Show More
167. Faith, Depression, and Finding Calm in the Chaos (Professor Mark Williams)
1:05:25 | Dec 22nd, 2025
4) 166. John Swinney: Identity, Independence, and The Future of Scotland
What is the future of the Scottish independence movement? How does the SNP rebuild trust and support for independence after a series of bruising scandals? Why did the Scottish First Minister feel disr...Show More
5) 165. Anna Wintour: Culture, Influence, and the Power of Decisive Leadership
Why should everybody get fired at least once? As the former Editor-in-chief of American Vogue, how does Anna Wintour use fashion as a cultural and economic force? Why is Anna’s leadership style define...Show More
165. Anna Wintour: Culture, Influence, and the Power of Decisive Leadership
1:13:54 | Dec 8th, 2025
6) 164. Zack Polanski: Do The Greens Have What It Takes?
Why has Green party membership exploded since Zack Polanski became leader in September? What radical economic reforms is he fighting for? Why have the Greens stopped talking about the environment? ...Show More
7) 163. Prison Reform, Masculinity, and Restorative Justice (James Graham and Jacob Dunne)
Jacob Dunne killed someone as a teenager, how did he seek forgiveness from his victim’s parents? What is restorative justice? How did Jacob’s experience of the criminal justice system compel him to be...Show More
163. Prison Reform, Masculinity, and Restorative Justice (James Graham and Jacob Dunne)
1:10:22 | Nov 24th, 2025
8) 162. Gareth Southgate: Patriotism, Leadership, and How To Inspire Young Men
What invaluable life-lessons did Gareth Southgate learn by missing a high profile penalty in the Euro 96 semi-finals? Does the former England manager see a future for himself in politics? How should w...Show More
162. Gareth Southgate: Patriotism, Leadership, and How To Inspire Young Men
1:01:41 | Nov 17th, 2025
9) 161. Putin, Trump, and 500 Years of Resisting Russia (Radek Sikorski)
What was it like for Radek Sikorski to be a refugee in the UK from communist Poland in the 80s? How will the war in Ukraine come to an end? Why is populism on the rise in Europe and how do we fight it...Show More
10) 160. Michael Gove: Education, Brexit, and Trump (Part 2)
What is Michael Gove's lasting legacy on education in the UK? Would he have come to his position on Brexit if it weren't for Dominic Cummings? Is Nigel Farage's Reform a better chance for the UK than ...Show More