Dialogos

Interview with Sir Peter Bazalgette, a British television executive and producer, considered one of the most influential people in British television. He is responsible for bringing shows such as Big Brother and Deal or No Deal to our screens, as well as serving as Chairman of ITV. He also has a keen interest in promoting the arts, having been the Chairman of Arts Council England. Was such a fun interview.

In this episode I am joined by Jackie Weaver, the Chief Officer of the Cheshire Association of Local Councils, and an internet sensation who went became internationally famous in 2021 after her viral Zoom call with the disruptive Handforth Parish Council. Thanks so much to Jackie for being so generous with her time and for being such a great guest.

An interview with Darrell Bock, one of the most prominent New Testament scholars in the world, from Dallas Theological Seminary. Absolutely loved this conversation, especially as someone figuring out what I think about Christianity - hopefully it will also help listeners! At Dallas Theological Seminary, he is currently executive director of Cultural Engagement at The Hendricks Center, and Senior Research Professor of New Testament studies. He has also served as president of the Evangelical Theological Society, a consulting editor for Christianity Today, and on the board of Wheaton College.

(Apologies for one moment in the interview when my audio and Niklas' overlap.) Interview with journalist Niklas Frank, son of Hans Frank, who was Governor-General of Poland for the duration of World War Two, overseeing the deaths of over 4 million people, as well as being Hitler's personal lawyer in the pre-war years. Niklas speaks about his relationship with his father during childhood; how he came to detest his father as he grew up; his concerns about the rise of anti-semitism in Germany today; and more.

In-person interview with Jonathan Aitken, a remarkable man who went from Cabinet Minister to prisoner in one of the biggest political scandals in decades, before turning his life around and becoming a Christian in prison. He is now a prison chaplain at Pentonville among many other things. An incredibly humble and warm character who I had the pleasure of recording this episode with.Linked below are the two volumes that make up his autobiography:Pride and Perjury by Jonathan Aitken | WaterstonesPorridge and Passion by Jonathan Aitken | Waterstones

Michael Crick, the legendary political journalist, known for his time as Politics Editor at Newsnight and as a correspondent at Channel 4, speaks about his career; the state of journalism today; and advice he has for budding journalists (like myself!). Was a joy to talk to someone looked up to by myself and so many others. Very generous with his time.Find the accompanying profile article I did about him here: https://www.palatinate.org.uk/michael-crick-a-career-in-keeping-the-powerful-in-check/

Jim Chapman, the hugely successful YouTuber and model, joins me to talk about creativity; dealing with fame; the state of the internet nowadays; and more!A very fun interview with someone who has seen huge success, yet, through it all, he has remained relentlessly creative and strikingly humble.Feel free to leave a rating and follow the show if you liked it.Have a nice day

(Apologies for my poor audio quality.)Neil Kinnock, one of the most important figures in the history of the Labour Party, serving as its leader and Leader of the Opposition from 1983 to 1992, speaks about his beginnings; his rise to success; dealing with opponents; and more!A fascinating interview with someone who brought the Labour Party from the brink of collapse in 1983 to the brink of victory in 1992.Feel free to leave a rating and follow the show if you liked it.Have a great day and week :)

Sir Vince Cable, one of the most prominent Liberal Democrats in recent times, joins me to speak about becoming a liberal; entering politics; his interest in economics; the Coalition; his leadership of the party; and more!I really enjoyed interviewing such an impactful figure in recent British political history, and hope you enjoyed it to.Feel free to leave a rating and follow the show if you liked it.Have a lovely day.