• These Times

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These Times

By: UnHerd
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  • UnHerd political editor Tom McTague and Cambridge professor Helen Thompson team up to investigate the history of today’s politics — and what it means for our future. Each week they will explore the great forces, ideas and events that led us to where we are, whether in Britain, the United States, Europe or beyond. It’s a politics podcast for those who want a deeper, historical understanding of the news, to understand what has really shaped our world and why. We hope you enjoy! Don’t forget to rate, like and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts — and, of course, to get in touch with all your questions and comments so we can respond in future episodes.


    Email us at thesetimes@unherd.com or tweet us at @thesetimespod


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Episodes
  • Kemi Badenoch: On Race, Empire and Roger Scruton

    Kemi Badenoch: On Race, Empire and Roger Scruton
    Oct 30 2024
    Tom McTague sits down with the controversial Tory firebrand Kemi Badenoch to talk about immigration, being a black Tory politician and why she is the right person to lead the opposition...

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    46 mins
  • Israel Attacks Iran

    Israel Attacks Iran
    Oct 29 2024
    After four weeks, Israel's anticipated revenge attack on Iran was complete. Missiles launched at Iranian missile targets from Israel threatened even more escalation. Tom and Helen dive into the details of what occurred and what the ramifications might be for the region and the wider world.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • These Times Live: The Most Important Election in Modern History

    These Times Live: The Most Important Election in Modern History
    Oct 23 2024
    On 5 November, the American people will go to the polls in what may prove to be the most important election in modern history. From Ukraine to Taiwan, the world is watching with bated breath. Tom and Helen explore these topics in a special These Times live recording, and analyse how both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump could redefine the geopolitical fault lines shaping our world...

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    1 hr and 6 mins

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