Mato just raised pre-seed Read more
Podcast charts
Published by Global
Award-winning LBC radio presenter, writer and ‘For the Many’ podcast co-host, Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs as he speaks with high profile media and political figures.
On the charts
Every published chart this podcast appears in, in the snapshot behind this page. Each one links to the chart it came off.
The Mato Topic Intelligence Platform does not report this podcast as charting in a published category in this snapshot.
From the feed
The latest episodes published to this podcast’s own RSS feed. Titles and descriptions are the publisher’s.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Iain Dale interviews broadcaster-turned-counselling psychologist Dr Sian Williams - live from Fowey!
Iain Dale interviews former head of the Foreign Office and former national security adviser Lord Ricketts - live from Fowey.
Iain Dale interviews Mail columnist Sarah Vine, live in Fowey.
Iain Dale interviews former Conservative foreign secretary and chancellor Sir Jeremy Hunt, live in Fowey.
Iain Dale interviews former Blair chief of staff Jonathan Powell back in 2011 about his book THE NEW MACHIAVELLI: HOW TO WIELD POWER IN THE MODERN WORLD. Jonathan Powell is now the PM's national security adviser.
Iain Dale interviews the wonderful Mary Beard about her new book TALKING CLASSICS: THE SHOCK OF THE OLD.
Iain Dale interviews the author James Macintyre about his new book GORDON BROWN: POWER WITH PURPOSE - going through Brown's political awakening, the battle for the Labour leadership, and then the huge challenges he faced in office.
Ranking source
Apple Podcasts rankings via the Mato Topic Intelligence Platform.
Observed September 17, 2026. Cached outside the daily freshness window; the positions keep the date they were taken on.
Apple and Apple Podcasts are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Pairs with
Bring this source into Mato to read its transferable patterns, then turn them into an original show for your own audience.