The Daily T
The Telegraph
Welcome to The Daily T: The Telegraph’s straight-talking, free-thinking podcast. Join Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley as they unpack the day’s biggest stories with their typical candour and humour. Listen to intelligent debate on UK politics, culture and foreign affairs. Plus, don’t miss exclusive interviews with influential figures and expert guests, from Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch to Prince Andrew’s biographer. Get an insider’s view of the stories setting the news agenda. Listen every weekday from 5pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 27, 2026 • 53min
Reform's Zia Yusuf: ‘Ban the burka. It’s un-British’
Zia Yusuf, Reform's home affairs spokesman known for pushing tougher immigration and border controls. He debates migration rules, visa bans and replacing indefinite leave with renewable work visas. He also argues for leaving certain human rights frameworks, cuts to foreign aid, and a public ban on face coverings to boost security and social cohesion.
Mar 26, 2026 • 34min
Nick Timothy exclusive – ‘I won’t be silenced by Labour’
Nick Timothy, a former Conservative political adviser and Shadow Lord Chancellor, discusses his controversial description of a Trafalgar Square iftar. He explains why he saw the azan and cordoned prayer as a public proclamation. The conversation touches on faith in public life, Britain's secular traditions versus public religion, and the political fallout over free speech and party reactions.
Mar 25, 2026 • 29min
PMQs chaos as Reform storms out over ‘arrogant’ Starmer
Richard Tice, Reform UK deputy leader and MP, explains why his party walked out of PMQs and rails against what he calls Sir Keir Starmer's arrogance. He discusses the small boats controversy and immigration policy. The conversation also touches on a mysterious lost government phone and questions about how it was handled.
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Mar 24, 2026 • 46min
Trump's Iran gamble: madness or masterstroke?
Greg Swenson, chairman of Republicans Overseas and relative of a deployed naval service member, discusses Trump's Iran moves. He talks about whether Trump is truly negotiating, the strategic timing of Marine deployments, risks to oil routes and markets, intra‑party divides over military action, and how political calculations shape US strategy.
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Mar 23, 2026 • 49min
Britain’s growing Muslim antisemitism problem
Edmund Fitton-Brown, former diplomat who critiques Foreign Office culture, and Lord Mann, government antisemitism adviser, discuss a wave of anti-Jewish attacks and safety measures. They cover suspected Islamist sympathies in the civil service, policing at protests, education reforms to spot antisemitism, and how public events and migration shape rising tensions.
Mar 20, 2026 • 50min
Power, secrets and lies: The making of Epstein
Robert Mendick, chief reporter who co-wrote the investigation, brings investigative analysis. Mick Brown, feature writer and reporter, offers detailed reporting on Epstein’s background. They trace his rise from a Brooklyn youth to Wall Street circles. They probe his persona, elite connections, recruitment networks and the lingering mysteries around his death and estate.
Mar 19, 2026 • 47min
‘Treacherous, disloyal and duplicitous’: The explosive new book about Harry and Meghan
Tom Bower, investigative author known for hard-hitting biographies, discusses his book Betrayal about the Sussexes. He defends his research and critiques their post-royal behaviour. Topics include alleged disloyalty, staff turnover and NDAs, royal fallout and the risk to titles, plus commercial and charity struggles.
Mar 18, 2026 • 56min
Starmer's ‘farcical’ PMQs as Rayner starts leadership race
Geoffrey Cox, barrister and former Attorney General, defends trial by jury and the role of parliamentary debate. He discusses how juries protect ordinary people, links jury trial to national identity and common law, and explores practical solutions to court delays. Short, lively reflections on combative Commons exchanges and the friction around recent PMQs.
Mar 17, 2026 • 43min
‘Insanity!’: Rachel Reeves’ reckless EU gamble
Nigel Farage, prominent commentator known for Reform UK remarks and energy stunts, and Alastair Heath, Sunday Telegraph editor and political analyst, discuss Rachel Reeves’ push for closer EU ties. They debate EU alignment vs UK growth, energy policy risks to AI ambitions, Reform’s dramatic energy pledges, polling controversies and the Greens’ surprising surge.
Mar 16, 2026 • 46min
No philosophy, no beliefs, no ideas: inside Starmer’s collapsing premiership
A deep dive into critiques that paint Keir Starmer as idea‑less and overly procedural. Heated debate over the UK response to the Middle East conflict and diplomatic awkwardness with allies. Tensions around rising fuel prices, energy policy shortfalls and short‑term political manoeuvres. Reflections on leadership temperament, public perception and recent political appointments.
