The Political Party

Oneof the most popular, formidable and purely likeable politicians in the country returns for a cracking analysis of the Conservative Leadership race and the state of the Labour Party. To many, Alan is the greatest Prime Minister we never had and in this hilarious and honest chat, he shows why he's still so highly rated. Alan is a rare find in politics: an exceptional Cabinet-level talent who really didn't want to be Prime Minister. As well as all his other assets what he really has is warmth and this is ultimately an hour in the company of a very special and rare man.Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatrehere:https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/matt-forde-clowns-left-me-jokers-right/performancesBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRightatThe Edinburgh Festivalhere:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:7 Aug:Gordon Brown15 Aug:Anas Sarwar22 Aug:Joanna Cherry3 Oct: Mick Lynch17 Oct:Matt Hancock5 Dec:Rachel ReevesEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde

This is the astonishing inside account of Prince Andrew's Newsnight interview. The details will blow your mind. Sam McAlister produced the show for years and was able to convince guests to give interviews when no-one else could. In her new book 'Scoops', she takes us behind the scenes of various interviews including Julian Assange, Steven Seagal and Amy Schumer. It's a fascinating inside account of how she manages to secure the biggest guests as well as honesty about the mistakes made along the way. The years spent trying to convince Prince Andrew to do the show, the meetings she had with him before, the experience of being in that room as the interview unfolds and then his reaction afterwards will all astound you.Buy Sam's book 'Scoops' here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scoops-Behind-Scenes-Shocking-Interviews/dp/0861544404/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AU16NUDYA3FA&keywords=9780861544400&qid=1642179379&sprefix=9780861544400,aps,62&sr=8-1Follow Sam on Twitter: @SamMcAlister1Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show withALAN JOHNSONonMonday 25 Julyhere:https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-fordeBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRightatThe Edinburgh Festivalhere:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:25 July:Alan Johnson7 Aug: Gordon Brown15 Aug: Anas Sarwar22 Aug: Joanna Cherry17 Oct:Matt Hancock5 Dec: Rachel ReevesEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde

Oh boy. This is a cracker. The Speaker of the House of Commons is a raconteur without equal and holds court in this riot of an episode. Passionate about democracy, impartiality and fairness, Lindsay Hoyle shows how you can make the Commons function more effectively without sacrificing its unique atmosphere. One episode with Lindsay really isn't enough, you'll be left wanting so many more stories from him. His tale about taking Nancy Pelosi to Coronation Street is one of the best you'll ever hear. Grab a crumpet and wash it down with a pint of Newton and Ridleys, we're going to Lancashire...Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show withALAN JOHNSONonMonday 25 Julyhere:https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-fordeBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRight,touring acrosstheUK including his run atThe Edinburgh Festivalhere:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:25 July:Alan Johnson7 Aug: Gordon Brown15 Aug: Anas Sarwar22 Aug: Joanna Cherry17 Oct:Matt Hancock5 Dec: Rachel ReevesEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde

The first ever Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union delivers his comprehensive verdict on Boris Johnson's government. David is typically candid and gives a great insight into the Brexit negotiations and his relationship with Michel Barnier. He also tells us the reason he resigned from Theresa May's government when he did (and who he told in advance), plus the riveting story of how he came to call on Boris Johnson to resign. This is packed with brilliant inside stories from the most tumultuous period in recent history.Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show withLINDSAY HOYLEonMonday 11 Julyhere:https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-fordeBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRight,touring acrosstheUK including his run atThe Edinburgh Festivalhere:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:11 July:Speaker of the House of Commons,Lindsay Hoyle25 July: Alan Johnson17 Oct: Matt HancockEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde

This is even better than you've imagined. Sharp, funny and full of passion, Gary Neville explains why he's become so politically motived in recent years and exactly what shaped his politics: from the sense of solidarity he got from Alex Ferguson, to the nuance he gets from his Conservative-supporting mother.Naturally funny, deeply thoughtful and charged with energy, you'll forget you're listening to an ex-footballer. Glory, glory Gary Neville.Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show withDAVID DAVISonMonday 27 Junehere:https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-fordeBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRight,touring acrosstheUK including his run at The Edinburgh Festival here:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:27 June:David Davis11 July:Speaker of the House of Commons,Lindsay Hoyle25 July: Alan JohnsonEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde

Wes Streeting's profile is rising by the second. Touted as a future Prime Minister by allies and opponents, he's one of Labour's most impressive and compelling performers... and he's still only 39.Passionate, funny and blessed with a clarity of communication, it's no wonder he's the politician everyone is talking about.Wes has led an incredible life and so some of his relatives.In this highly entertaining interview you'll get to know Wes Streeting the politician and the person.Buy tickets to The Political Party, live at The Duchess Theatre including the next show withGARY NEVILLEonMonday 13 Junehere:https://www.nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-fordeBuy ticketstoMatt's brand new stand-up showClownsToTheLeftOf Me, JokerstotheRight,touring acrosstheUK including atTheSoho Theatre from 14-18 June:https://www.mattforde.com/2022tourForthcoming guests at The Political Party include:13 June:Gary Neville27 June:David Davis11 July:Speaker of the House of Commons,Lindsay HoyleEmail the show:politicalpartypodcast@gmail.comFollow Matt on Twitter: @mattforde