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Political Perspective
Politics, Media & Power | Iain Dale
Season 1, Ep. 3
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Zak Bouqdour speaks to experts in different fields of the public eye, from journalists to politicians to broadcasters, about their careers, and provides political analysis on prominent issues. In this episode, Zak speaks with broadcaster and political commentator Iain Dale about his life in broadcasting, the state of British politics, the role of media in shaping public debate, and the challenges facing the UK’s political landscape today.
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