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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.

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For The Many

Iain and Tessa chat about the new chief of MI6 Blaise Metreweli, whether Keir Starmer will face a leadership challenge in the new year, Bonnie Blue and more!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

82. Blaise of Glory

Iain and Tessa discuss the antisemitic terror attack in Sydney and the heroism of fruit shop owner Ahmed al-Ahmed, whether Keir Starmer should have given Reform UK at least one peer - and Tessa's school reunion.

81. My Sweet Lords

Iain and Tessa chat about David Lammy's idea to wipe childhood criminal record, Trump's seizing and Venezuelan oil tanker and Mary Queen of Scots 

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

80. Mary's letter on a cross

In this special Q&A edition of the podcast, Iain and Tessa discuss who will be the PM in a year's time, whether there's public support for the Monarchy, stocking filler books from the worlds of politics and history - and more!

79. Monarchy in the UK

Iain and Tessa jostle and joust over political donations, the importance of state visits, why US peace envoy Steve Witkoff isn't winning Putin over - and dodgy pronunciations!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

78. Witkoff The Wall

Iain and Tessa chat about whether the government lied before the Budget, whether the BBC is censoring Rutger Bregman, what constitutes life's moral purpose... and Iain's trip to see Cliff Richard.

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

77. OBR U Mine?

Iain and Tessa talk the Budget (SPOILER: neither is impressed!), French military service, how our reading habits have changed and more!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com.

76. If Books Could Kill

Iain and Tessa talk the upcoming Budget (and Budgets throughout history!), whether Trump's peace plan for Ukraine will be a success... and an odd gift Iain received in Frinton-on-Sea.

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com

75. Let's Get Fiscal

Iain and Tessa reconvene to talk about the UK's changing immigration policy (and Tessa's idea involving military service), potential challengers to Keir Starmer's leadership, how much of a threat we face from Russia - and the politics and history of chocolate!

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com

74. One Way Streeting

Iain and Tessa talk Shabana Mahmood's asylum shakeup, Trump suing the BBC and a very ill-conceived moustache.

Send your questions and voice notes to 07557 187929 or wherepoliticsmeetshistory@global.com

73. Denmark My Words

Iain is joined by the outstanding broadcaster Kirsty Wark for this one. They talk about the ongoing war in the Middle East, one year on from the October 7th attacks. They discuss the Tory leadership, assisted dying, Sue Gray stepping down as the PM's chief of staff and much more besides that!

495. On It - with Kirsty Wark

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