Best Boxing Asylum Podcasts (2025)

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Wellington Weighs In on Dave Allen, Ricky Hatton and a trip down memory lane 1:37:04

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Steve jumps on the mic and talks shite for an hour and a half on a Friday evening as we take in various topics, including: Dave Allen's chances versus Makhmudov Remembering old voices from the Asylum and random stories The Mount Rushmore of panel members and characters A full Ricky Hatton fight playing in the background ...and much more. Edit: I la…

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Trump's Peace Prize Snub 35:12

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The ceasefire in Gaza is underway after US president Donald Trump brokered a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. But how will he feel about missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize? Alexis Conran unpacks the politics of the day with Michael Binyon and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Life of a Social Worker | Ashton Pritt and Miranda Morgan | 101 1:51:51

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This one hits close to home. One of the most personal episodes I’ve ever done—and also one of the most honest. Social workers Ashton Pritt and Miranda Morgan joined me in the studio for a raw, real, and at times hilarious conversation about the layered realities of parenting, trauma, drugs, life lessons, and what it means to hold space for others w…

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Trump Takes Credit For Gaza Deal 33:38

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President Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to phase one of his plan for peace in Gaza. Is he on track for a Nobel Peace Prize? Plus, why is Matthew trying to avoid calling Nigel Farage by his name? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Badenoch's Tax-Cutting Promises 16:49

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks Kemi Badenoch's speech to Conservative Party conference in which she pledged to scrap Labour's tax rises and abolish stamp duty. But has she discovered her own magic money tree? Plus: Margaret Thatcher also struggled to make an impact in her first year, how do the two leaders compare? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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Justice for James Harper | Gabrielle Harper and Chris Waddell | 100 51:59

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Editors note: the population of Kanawha County is over 173,000. The population of Charleston is over 46,000. The kind of conversation I wish never had to happen. But I’m deeply honored to have sat across from James Harper’s family—his father, Chris Waddell, and his wife, Gabrielle Harper—and heard their hearts. James was killed by a truck driver in…

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The Gaming Asylum (from CAFE 124) - 007 First Light preview, Metal Gear Solid Delta thoughts, Company of Heroes and SteamWorld Dig 2 reviews 44:08

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Send us a text THE GAMING ASYLUM (from the Podcast Fresh CAFE #124) It's the return/debut of The Gaming Asylum! Same great show as before covering all things video games, now with a shiny new hood that's both familiar and fun, a PlayStation 1 installed in the front dash and enough NOS in there to blow ourselves up, period! In this episode we talk t…

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Jenrick Moves Centre Stage 28:11

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Kemi Badenoch: "Absolutely Invisible" 28:31

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the latest Times Radio Focus Group with James Johnson of JL Partners. Kemi Badenoch has failed to make an impression on these 2024 Conservative voters so far, but which of her potential rivals do they compare to Martin Lewis? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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My Husband Died in the Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster | Kim Lane | 99 1:02:52

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The Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster is a scar that will never fully heal in the heart of West Virginia. On that devastating day in 2010, twenty-nine coal miners were taken far too soon, and two others were left injured—physically and emotionally—for the rest of their lives. Before Creepalachia ever began, I worked on a self-funded project called UBB…

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Screenflow (from CAFE 124) - Jaws: 50th Anniversary review, Skinny Rock discussion, The Terminal and Peacemaker reviews 43:53

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Nuthouse Podcast: Episode 635 - Nathaniel Collins Held to a Draw, Glanton Drowns Browne 3:08:49

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We are back after a brief absence to round up a couple of weeks of boxing action, including a fun draw on Saturday and a brutal fight surrounded by a lot of WTF in Nigeria, spearheaded by Glanton's win over Brown. Over in Scotland, the new king, Nathaniel Collins, is left without a crown as a Spanish ruler leaves with his European title in hand. We…

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A Mountain Preacher Discusses Cryptozoology | Tony Breeden | 98 1:27:13

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In this wild and absolutely packed October episode, mountain preacher, artist, and author Tony Breeden stopped by the studio for one of the most mind-melting deep dives into Appalachian cryptozoology I’ve ever had. From Bigfoot to Booger Owls, Men in Black to Gray Barker, and the truth (or not) behind ancient aliens, we covered everything under the…

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Fundamentally Un-British 29:50

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Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the pro-Palestine protests after the Manchester synagogue attack were "fundamentally un-British". But can the authorities stop them? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Daisy McAndrew and Michael Binyon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The End Of The Asylum 'Golden Ticket'? 27:19

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The government says the UK is too attractive to refugees and says it will end the 'Golden Ticket' of resettlement and family reunion rights. But will it stop people crossing the channel? Plus, reaction to the attack on a Manchester synagogue. Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Patrick Kidd. Hosted on Acast. See acast…

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Playing The Ball And Not The Man? 32:03

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Reform UK says Keir Starmer’s attack on Nigel Farage risks inciting violence. Has Labour been guilty of playing the man, not the ball? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Robert Crampton and Phil Tinline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Overnight at Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum | Copperhead and Adra Johnson | 97 1:34:36

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In this episode, we talked about our latest addition to the Haunted and Urbex series on YouTube, where Adra Johnson, Copperhead, and I spent the night inside one of the most famously haunted places in America: the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. This special 90-minute conversation dropped the day after the main Urbex episode (October 2nd), and it w…

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Keir Starmer's Survival 32:45

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Labour Party Conference began with much speculation about the Prime Minister's survival. Is he out of the danger zone - and if so - for how long? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Patrick Maguire and Ayesha Hazarika Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Wes Blackburn Disappearance | Joann and Michael Blackburn | 96 51:56

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On November 25th, 2018, Wes Blackburn walked out of his mother’s home in West Virginia—and never returned. Joann Blackburn-Plumley and Michael Blackburn stop by the studio to That weekend, he was supposed to be in Tennessee to watch his son race. But by the next day, whispers were already circling about an abandoned mine near the Oceana area. His m…

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The Chancellor's Hard Choices To Come 21:00

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Rachel Reeves has delivered her speech to Labour Party conference, warning of 'harsh global headwinds' and harder choices to come. Is she laying the ground for a brutal autumn Budget, and did she look like a chancellor secure in her job? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the speech with Joe Mayes and Megan Kenyon. He also speaks to Bill Esterson, chair of the C…

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Why Have Labour Voters Lost Faith? 23:45

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the latest Times Radio Focus Group with Tom Lubbock of JL Partners. What do these 2024 Labour voters think about Keir Starmer and the government, and will they back him again to keep out Nigel Farage? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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My Daughter and Mom Died of Cancer | Jessica Basham | 95 1:17:24

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What an emotional interview this was, and I’m so appreciative of Jessica Basham for sharing her story involving cancer and the devastating ways it’s affected her life. Though Jessica hasn’t personally battled cancer, it has changed her world forever. In this heartfelt conversation, she opens up about losing her daughter Schuylar to cancer—and how s…

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Starmer Takes On Populism 25:23

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Keir Starmer urges liberals to take on the populist right as he confirms plans for mandatory digital ID cards. But has the prime minister worked out how to tackle Nigel Farage's Reform UK? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Michael Binyon and Emma Duncan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Life and Career of Boxing Legend Christy Martin | 94 1:08:38

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In this powerhouse episode, boxing legend Christy “The Coal Miner’s Daughter” Martin joins J.D. for a raw and inspiring sit-down that spans her iconic career and extraordinary resilience. From her roots in Itmann, West Virginia, to becoming the first—and still only—female boxer to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated, Christy opens up about her ea…

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The Burnham Show 32:34

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Andy Burnham says he's been privately urged to challenge Keir Starmer. Could the so-called King of the North return to parliament and run for leader? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Matthew Parris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why is Ed Davey "Obsessed" With Nigel Farage? 32:23

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After Ed Davey claimed the Lib Dems were the last block against Nigel Farage's 'forces of darkness', why does he spend so much time talking about Reform UK and Donald Trump? Hugo Rifkind is joined by Alice Thomson and Robert Crampton to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Podcast Fresh Cafe #124 - Jaws: 50th Anniversary review, 007 First Light, Metal Gear Solid Delta, The Terminal and Peacemaker reviews 1:37:44

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Send us a text ON THIS EPISODE - Fall is here and the boys are back in town! The full squad is back with another episode of The Cafe! It's the SCREENFLOW and THE GAMING ASYLUM all wrapped into one nice package = THE CAFE! TRAILER ROUND-UP> Tula King: Season 3 SCREENFLOW> Skinny Rock debuts in Hollywood. We talk about what this could mean. Also, thi…

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13 Must-Watch Horror Films in Appalachia | Foz Rotten | 93 1:35:28

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What better way to kick it off than with a horror movie showdown guaranteed to feed your Appalachian soul? On this spooky, cinema-soaked episode, J.D. is joined by horror aficionado and filmmaker Foz Rotten (aka Aaron White) for a rapid-fire 90-minute conversation about 13 hand-picked horror movies you must watch this season—each soaked in rural dr…

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Trump's Dubious Claims 31:30

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Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day, including Donald Trump's unproven claim that paracetamol in pregnancy increases the risk of autism, and Reform's claim that its latest migration policy will save hundreds of billions of pounds. With James Marriott and Sarah Ditum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ed Davey's Battle For Attention 30:00

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Ed Davey has called Elon Musk a criminal and promised a crackdown on 'doomscrolling' - but is Nigel Farage's latest migration announcement stealing attention from Lib Dem conference? Hugo Rifkind Unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Charlotte Ivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Gift of Hospice | Michelle Cook and Kelly McFarland | 92 1:50:53

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In this emotional, eye-opening episode, J.D. sits down with two deeply compassionate women who have made it their life’s work to care for people at the end of theirs. This week, we’re talking about hospice—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it just might be the closest thing to angels on earth. Kelly McFarland is the Education Coordinator at Hospic…

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Nuthouse Podcast: Episode 634 - Legends Never Die, Ricky Hatton, Terence Crawford and More 2:56:21

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The panel is back after emotions have calmed for a more sober look at the life of Ricky Hatton, and the modern great, Terence Crawford. We will also discuss the potential for a Japanese megafight in the coming year, as well as a look back at Oscar Collazo and Gabriela Fundora's wins in California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi…

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Emergency Medical Services in Appalachia | 91 1:18:47

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In this brutally honest episode, J.D. sits down with three seasoned professionals in emergency medical services to talk about a crisis most folks aren’t even aware of — rural EMS systems in West Virginia are on life support, or are they? Nick Lawrence, in an operations role at STAT Ambulance Service, joins us alongside longtime EMS legend Jonathan …

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Your Party Or 'No More' Party? 31:08

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After another public row between Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, 'Your Party' looks like it may not get off the ground - but could a more serious left-wing threat to Labour come from Zack Polanski's Green Party? Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Giles Dilnot and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Is MAGA Right About Free Speech In The UK? 34:50

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Donald Trump says America owes the UK for its legacy of free speech - but why do some Republicans believe the hallmark of modern Britain is censorship? Hugo Rifkind is joined by Manveen Rana and Matthew Syed to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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An Appalachian Death Doula | Tracy Seffers | 90 1:36:04

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In this beautiful and eye-opening episode, J.D. sits down with death doula Tracy Seffers to talk about what it really means to walk with people through the end of life. From the emotional to the spiritual to the downright practical, Tracy pulls back the curtain on a process we all will face—but few of us are ready to talk about. Tracy shares what b…

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One In, None Out 28:07

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Sir Keir Starmer’s migrant returns deal with France is in disarray after a judge paused an Eritrean man’s deportation hours before he was due to fly - will the one-in, one-out scheme ever get off the ground? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Alice Thomson and Robert Crampton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Is Religion On The Rise In Politics? 26:50

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Danny Kruger - who has called for a "revival of faith" in Britain - has been tasked with preparing Reform for government. Is religion playing a bigger role in politics? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Libby Purves and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Mothman Lore Explained Entirely | Tinfoil Hat Show w/ Tom Riser | 89 2:10:19

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In this deep-dive Tin Foil Hat Show episode, J.D. sits down with fellow Appalachian truth-seeker Tom Riser to unravel the entire lore of the Mothman — one of the most iconic and mystifying figures in American cryptid history. From the original sightings in Point Pleasant, West Virginia in 1966 to the collapse of the Silver Bridge, from Men in Black…

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The Tory Party Is Over, Says Kruger 29:31

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As Danny Kruger becomes the first sitting Tory MP to defect to Reform UK, is he right to say the Conservative party is over? What can Kemi Badenoch do to stem the tide, and is Keir Starmer drinking in 'last-chance saloon'? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Seb Payne and Carol Lewis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Nuthouse Podcast: Episode 633 - Crawford topples Canelo, Crocker upsets Paddy & Inoue dominates MJ 1:39:40

27d ago1:39:40

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The panel are back to review a manic weekend as Terence Crawford beats Canelo, Lewis Crocker drops Paddy Donovan twice to win a world title in Belfast, Naoya Inoue defeats MJ Akhmadaliev in Japan, and Ricky Hatton's unexpected death shocks the boxing community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Cancer in Appalachia | Dr. David Shimm | 88 1:01:53

27d ago1:01:53

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In this important episode of Creepalachia, JD sits down with Dr. David Shimm, a physician with one of the most impressive educational backgrounds in medicine—Harvard undergrad, Duke-trained internist and hematologist, and radiology resident at Massachusetts General Hospital. Together, they discuss one of the most pressing and under-reported health …

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Starmer's Damage Control 32:10

29d ago32:10

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How bad is the fallout from the sacking of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador? With a State visit fast approaching, can Starmer recover - or is he a "dead man walking"? Ed Vaizey is joined by Alys Denby and Michael Binyon to unpack the politics of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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From Bail to Breakthrough: A Recovery Journey | Alicia Darl VanMeter and Gary Vaughan | 87 1:55:43

29d ago1:55:43

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In this powerful and inspiring episode, J.D. sits down with Alicia Darl VanMeter, who shares her raw, unfiltered story of addiction, arrest, and recovery. From the depths of despair to a place of healing, Alicia opens up about her journey—from the chaos of rock bottom to finding a purpose in helping others. She’s joined by Gary Vaughan, the bail bo…

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Peter Mandelson Sacked (Again) 31:27

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Keir Starmer has sacked Peter Mandelson as the UK's ambassador to the US, after growing scrutiny over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Hugo Rifkind unpacks the story with reaction from from Matthew Parris, Manveen Rana, Adam Boulton and Francis Elliot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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PMQs: Starmer's Mandelson Headache 42:11

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Kemi Badenoch was quick off the mark to challenge the prime minister over allegations about Peter Mandelson, repeatedly asking if Starmer was aware of their close friendship and if he still had "confidence" in the US Ambassador Hugo Rifkind unpacks the exchanges from the Commons with Times' Chief Political Correspondent Patrick Maguire and comedian…