//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~ab7d95aa8b8db0ee17023b811eb76694dd94c7519e91b0467dcf047ac949d469 Join broadcaster Iain Dale and historian Dr Tessa Dunlop as they take a fresh look at the biggest news of the week - through the lens of history. Because nothing is ever truly new, and history has a habit of repeating itself.With wit, insight, and the occasional good-natured row, Iain and Tessa explore how today’s headlines echo the past, unearthing fascinating stories and unexpected parallels. Expect sharp analysis, engaging debate, and plenty of laughs along the way.Subscribe now on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts.For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:29:52 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cf0fd1df-e7c3-452e-a00f-24d18fe32f91.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=cf0fd1df-e7c3-452e-a00f-24d18fe32f91 Iain and Tessa discuss the BBC admitting mistakes over the Gaza documentary, what's wrong with Live Aid (40 years on), what you didn't know about Ethiopia and a potential Royal reconciliation - plus they read out texts slagging each other off! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cf0fd1df-e7c3-452e-a00f-24d18fe32f91.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=cf0fd1df-e7c3-452e-a00f-24d18fe32f91 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/635a0dec-6d73-46ef-8a2e-31cab4b47b39.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=635a0dec-6d73-46ef-8a2e-31cab4b47b39 Iain and Tessa reunite to talk resident doctor strikes, Starmer and Macron's migration deal, the Bayeux Tapestry coming to the British Museum (and what should happen to those Elgin Marbles!). Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/635a0dec-6d73-46ef-8a2e-31cab4b47b39.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=635a0dec-6d73-46ef-8a2e-31cab4b47b39 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/43b7f14a-cde1-4c4d-ae06-47636334475f.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=43b7f14a-cde1-4c4d-ae06-47636334475f Iain and Tessa reconvene to talk Macron's state visit (and historical relations between Britain and France), the anniversary of the 7/7 bombings, why Kaliningrad exists as an enclave and age gaps in relationships. Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/43b7f14a-cde1-4c4d-ae06-47636334475f.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=43b7f14a-cde1-4c4d-ae06-47636334475f https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aed2c233-aeac-4bd6-a041-54d31332127d.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=aed2c233-aeac-4bd6-a041-54d31332127d Iain and Tessa talk about leaders crying throughout history after Rachel Reeves broke down in the Commons. They also discuss the Royal train being well and truly cancelled, whether we're acting fast enough on climate change and Michael Gove's facial hair. Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Fri, 04 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aed2c233-aeac-4bd6-a041-54d31332127d.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=aed2c233-aeac-4bd6-a041-54d31332127d https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/efe50515-a2b6-4e8d-8aeb-ef1dad5d4663.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=efe50515-a2b6-4e8d-8aeb-ef1dad5d4663 Iain and Tessa, together again! This time they talk about the controversy around Glastonbury and what questions the BBC should answer, Wes Streeting's plan to tackle obesity, whether Trump deserves a bit of praise and more! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/efe50515-a2b6-4e8d-8aeb-ef1dad5d4663.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=efe50515-a2b6-4e8d-8aeb-ef1dad5d4663 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e876d8d0-5f69-479b-966c-796396c187a2.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=e876d8d0-5f69-479b-966c-796396c187a2 Tessa is joined in the studio by Tim Montgomerie while Iain's holiday continues. They lock horns over welfare, whether Trump should be allowed another state visit, Sunday trading laws and more! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @montie and @DrTessaDunlop. Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e876d8d0-5f69-479b-966c-796396c187a2.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=e876d8d0-5f69-479b-966c-796396c187a2 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a180d531-bc01-451c-b288-2ef2ba621e3f.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=a180d531-bc01-451c-b288-2ef2ba621e3f Tessa is joined on the podcast today by a somewhat ill Tim Montgomerie, while Iain's holiday continues! They talk all things Iran: Trump's decision to bomb their nuclear sites, why now and what the context is. They also joust over Reform UK! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @montie and @DrTessaDunlop. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a180d531-bc01-451c-b288-2ef2ba621e3f.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=a180d531-bc01-451c-b288-2ef2ba621e3f https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a74848ed-d3d9-4a57-ba16-bad59c988d00.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=a74848ed-d3d9-4a57-ba16-bad59c988d00 Tessa is joined once again by Albie while Iain suns himself in Corfu. The pair discuss MPs voting to fully decriminalise abortion, what Trump might do next regarding Iran, how to measure psychopathy and more! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @AlbieAmankona and @DrTessaDunlop. Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a74848ed-d3d9-4a57-ba16-bad59c988d00.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=a74848ed-d3d9-4a57-ba16-bad59c988d00 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/318e7b77-38df-4c64-85a2-a282b353765b.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=318e7b77-38df-4c64-85a2-a282b353765b Tessa is joined by the wonderful Albie Amankona this week. They talk about Baroness Casey's review into grooming gangs, the conflict between Israel and Iran, King Charles and Prince Harry reuniting and whether Father's Day is a commercialist cult! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @AlbieAmankona and @DrTessaDunlop. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/318e7b77-38df-4c64-85a2-a282b353765b.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=318e7b77-38df-4c64-85a2-a282b353765b https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f924e368-e625-4eb9-9b3f-787d89069e3a.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=f924e368-e625-4eb9-9b3f-787d89069e3a Iain and Tessa are back to discuss Rachel Reeves's spending review, the violence in Ballymena, the Gibraltar border deal, Iain Dale's lineage (with a connection to Robert Burns!) and much much more! Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com. Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f924e368-e625-4eb9-9b3f-787d89069e3a.mp3?aw_0_1st.showid=b781c477-b7b3-41ed-9774-164bfb1970b8&aw_0_1st.episodeid=f924e368-e625-4eb9-9b3f-787d89069e3a