Iain Dale All Talk

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  385. Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Richard Ratcliffe 16.09.2026 1h 10min

  Iain Dale interviews Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and her husband Richard Ratcliffe, live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They speak about her imprisonment in Iran and eventual release, the impact the ordeal had on both of them - and how they got through it.
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  384. Zack Polanski 09.09.2026 1h 9min

  Iain Dale interviews Zack Polanski, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk taxing the rich, how trans people are treated, THAT Instagram post featuring a guillotine, his path into politics and much more besides!
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  383. Kemi Badenoch 02.09.2026 1h 12min

  Iain Dale interviews Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk about her kicking Robert Jenrick out of the Tory Party, whether Penny Mordaunt is being blocked from standing again as a Tory, whether she'll go soft on Andy Burnham, whether she feels sorry for Keir Starmer and more!
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  382. Wes Streeting 26.08.2026 1h 13min

  Iain Dale speaks with defence secretary Wes Streeting about deciding not to run against Andy Burnham and if he has any regrets about it, growing and learning in the job as defence secretary, the homophobia he's faced since his appointment and much more besides.
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  381. Joanna Cherry 19.08.2026 1h 10min

  Iain Dale interviews lawyer and former SNP MP Joanna Cherry live at the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss the reason she became so disillusioned with the SNP, her friendship with Alex Salmond, her political heroes and more.
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  380. Nicola Sturgeon 12.08.2026 1h 12min

  Iain Dale interviews former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon, live from the Edinburgh Fringe. They discuss whether Nicola will visit her estranged husband Peter Murrell in prison, whether she'd make a return to politics, how John Swinney is getting on as first minister, a potential political thriller Nicola might be penning - and more!
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  379. Remembering Rod Liddle 05.08.2026 47min

  In an interview from 2019, columnist Rod Liddle discusses his background, entry into journalism, time as a Labour speechwriter, and later work at the BBC. He addresses accusations of racism, describing himself as an “equal opportunities offender,” and distinguishes criticism of Islam as an ideology from prejudice against Muslims. He also explains his political positioning: economically left-leaning, supportive of some Corbyn/McDonnell-style economics, and a member of the SDP rather than the then-Brexit Party. We remember Rod Liddle, who died at the age of 66.
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  378. From the archive: Emily Maitlis 29.07.2026 53min

  Iain Dale interviews broadcaster Emily Maitlis back in 2019 about her book AIRHEAD.Emily Maitlis is now a co-host of the Global podcast The News Agents.
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  377. Remembering Kevin Keegan 22.07.2026 1h

  In an interview from 2018, Iain Dale interviews Kevin Keegan on his journey from non-league football to Liverpool, Hamburg, and international management, emphasizing the roles of luck, hard work, and influential mentors such as Bill Shankly. He also compares football past and present, discusses key moments in his career and personal life, and shares his enduring passion for Newcastle United alongside criticism of Mike Ashley's ownership. We remember Kevin Keegan, who died at the age of 75.
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  376. Iain Dale - with Daniel Forrester 15.07.2026 1h 17min

  American entrepreneur and political commentator Daniel Forrester turns the 'All Talk' table to interview his best friend Iain. They discuss early life and family values, failures and triumphs in life, masculinity and sexuality - as well as some of the 300,000 interviews spanning Iain's career.Iain's new memoir, 'Have I Said Too Much?' is available now as an audiobook and in print. You can request a personalised inscription from https://www.politicos.co.uk/ if you mention you heard this 'All Talk' interview.If you are struggling with your mental health - and feel you need help, there are resources available to support you. Visit: Samaritans at https://www.samaritans.org/ - or call 116 123 free, 24 hours a day.
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  375. Remembering Ann Widdecombe 10.07.2026 1h 48min

  In this edition of All Talk, we look back to 2022 when Iain spoke with politician Ann Widdecombe. They discuss her life and political career, including her various forays into reality TV and pantomime, as well as her socially conservative views and why she left the Conservatives to stand for the Brexit Party. We remember Ann Widdecombe, who died today at the age of 78.
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  374. Ali Miraj 08.07.2026 53min

  Iain Dale interviews LBC presenter and part-time DJ Ali Miraj about what it takes to connect with listeners, his brief foray into the world of politics - and the delights of house music!
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  373. Sandy Warr 01.07.2026 53min

  Iain Dale interviews broadcast journalist and LBC News presenter Sandy Warr about her time reading the news across various radio stations, some of the personalities she's met across the years - and turning her hand to teaching the next generation of journalists.
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  372. Lord Matthew Elliott 24.06.2026 54min

  Iain Dale interviews Tory peer and former chief executive of Vote Leave Lord Elliott. Ten years on from the Brexit vote, Lord Elliott has a book out - TEN YEARS ON: THE UNTOLD STORY OF BREXIT - REFLECTIONS ON A LIFE OF CAMPAIGNING.
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  371. Catherine Mayer 18.06.2026 1h 17min

  Iain Dale interviews author and activist Catherine Mayer about founding the Women's Equality Party, losing her husband suddenly and how she's dealing with the grief, and her new book DIVIDE AND RULE: ROYAL WOMEN AND THEIR BATTLES.
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  370. Francis Foster 10.06.2026 1h 13min

  Iain Dale interviews comedian and podcaster (and former teacher) Francis Foster about his new book (UN)EDUCATED: MY LIFE AS A TEACHER, AND WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER BECOME ONE.
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  369. Dr Sian Williams 03.06.2026 1h 5min

  Iain Dale interviews broadcaster-turned-counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams - live from Fowey!
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  368. Lord Peter Ricketts 27.05.2026 1h 1min

  Iain Dale interviews former head of the Foreign Office and former national security adviser Lord Ricketts - live from Fowey.
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  367. Sarah Vine 20.05.2026 56min

  Iain Dale interviews Mail columnist Sarah Vine, live in Fowey.
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  366. Sir Jeremy Hunt 13.05.2026 57min

  Iain Dale interviews former Conservative foreign secretary and chancellor Sir Jeremy Hunt, live in Fowey.