Michael Crick

Michael Crick, veteran investigative journalist and Farage biographer, shares revelatory stories from school-era racism claims to chaotic local governments. He discusses near-death escapes, political reinventions, the role of key benefactors, and why Farage became a dominant figure despite limited parliamentary time. Multiple short, punchy topics unfold in a candid, fast-paced conversation.

Irving Finkel, a curator at the British Museum and founder of the Great Diary Project, joins novelist and historian Sophie Coulombeau, political journalist Michael Crick, and writer Oliver Burkeman to explore the multifaceted world of diary writing. They discuss the evolution of diaries from Babylon to modern times, emphasizing their emotional significance and historical value. With insights on self-reflection, privacy, and storytelling in the digital age, the conversation highlights how diaries shape personal identity and document broader histories.

Political journalist Michael Crick joins host Adam Fleming to dissect the intricate process of how candidates are selected in the UK election. They delve into the importance of local candidates, strategies politicians use, and the impact of initiatives like the all women's shortlists in the Labour Party

Michael Crick, an investigative journalist known for his incisive political analysis, and Carolyn Quinn, an esteemed BBC political correspondent, delve into the intriguing world of reform politics. They discuss the implications of ex-Tory MPs joining Nigel Farage's Reform UK, weighing the experience they bring against the risk of alienating core supporters. The conversation also touches on Nadhim Zahawi's controversial defection and the uneasy dynamics within the party, before playfully transitioning to debates about the perfect pie.

Michael Crick, a veteran political journalist, delves into the recent allegations against Nigel Farage regarding racist and antisemitic bullying during his school days. Crick argues that Farage's angry denials are doing more damage than the allegations themselves. He discusses the impact of 29 witness accounts on Farage's credibility and questions whether past actions should define one’s adult character. The conversation also touches on the potential political fallout for Farage and how his past may haunt his current public persona.