Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
Nick Robinson has a conversation with, not an interrogation of, the people who shape our political thinking about what shaped theirs.
Episodes
The German Chancellor speaks candidly about Trump's attitude to Europe, war on the continent, and the future relationship Britain
Producer: Daniel Kraemer Researcher: Chloe Desave Editor: Giles Edwards
The Lib Dem Justice Spokesperson managed to persuade ministers to change domestic abuse law within a year of being elected to parliament.
Josh Babarinde tells Nick how his own childhood experience spurred him on to push for reform.
He also explains how a beer mat persuaded him to join the Liberal Democrats.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
After some of the most tumultuous days of his premiership, Keir Starmer sits down with Nick in Downing Street, to reflect on a year in power.
In a wide-ranging interview, the prime minister defends his style of leadership, while taking responsibility for the setbacks.
He also opens up about losing his brother last year and his personal relationship with President Trump
Producers: Daniel Kraemer, Leela Padmanabhan and Chloe Desave
A Republican Congressman outlines the values that lie behind his conservative politics.
Scott Perry is the Representative for Pennsylvania's 10th District, a Trump ally, an Iran hawk who sits on the Foreign Affairs Committee, and a veteran, who flew combat missions in Iraq before turning his attention to politics.
He joins Nick down the line from Washington DC, in the aftermath of his President's decision to drop bombs on Iran.
Perry...
The Trade Minister explains how a penalty shootout played a role in his government appointment.
Douglas Alexander has the same job that he had 20 years ago in Tony Blair's government. He reflects on how the world has changed in that time, and his motivation for returning to politics after a humiliating defeat in 2015.
The Shadow Chancellor sets out his vision for a more "thoughtful" politics and faces up to the challenge of winning the argument before the next general election.
Sir Mel Stride reveals what he admires about his opposite number, Rachel Reeves, and why a world war two commander is one of his political heroes.
He also has a warning about what the British economy would look like under Nigel Farage.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
How does it feel to be held up as the 'anti-Trump' by progressives across the globe?
Jacinda Ardern was prime minister of New Zealand for 6 years and is now committed to promoting empathy and kindness in world leadership.
She joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to reflect on her unexpected rise to power and being described as a 'global pinup for progressive values'.
She also opens up about how growing up in a Mormon family pr...
After 15 years as a member of the House of Lords, Tanni Grey-Thompson reflects on how a career at the top of sport prepared her for the world of politics.
The crossbench peer speaks to Nick about what she sees as a dangerous relationship between benefit reforms and legalising assisted dying.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
The First Minister of Wales sets a marker to the left of Keir Starmer, setting out her vision of a "Red Welsh Way", drawing inspiration from Gavin and Stacey.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
Reform UK’s deputy leader reflects on a year of political success, a privileged upbringing and the cabinet job he’s eyeing up
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day, former president Joe Biden sits down with Nick Robinson for an exclusive interview, his first since leaving the White House.
He issues a stark warning about the future of the western alliance and criticises his successor’s approach to foreign policy.
In this extended interview, Biden also reflects on his decision to drop out of the 2024 election and the state of democracy in the US.
Producers: K...
In the second, bonus instalment of this exclusive interview with the former prime minister, Rishi Sunak opens up about his time as Chancellor and Prime Minister, including how his relationship with Boris Johnson fell apart, why he regrets his "Stop the Boats" slogan and what comes next for someone who has become an elder statesman, aged 44.
Producers: Daniel Kraemer and Joel Massey
An exclsuive in-depth interview with the Rishi Sunak. In this first instalment, the former prime minister tells stories from behind the scenes on the world stage explains why he thinks we must now cut welfare spending to fund defence.
Sunak reflects on how a sense of duty - inspired by his Hindu faith - helped drive his political career, and reflects on how and why he ultimately led the Conservative Party to the worst electoral defe...
The co-leader of the Green Party of England and Wales joins Nick for a conversation
The Transport Secretary on Corbyn, Ukraine and growing up in Swindon
Producer: Lauren Tavriger
The Chief Inspector of Prisons for England and Wales on how he went from being a teacher at a school for kids with beahvioural problems, to being the leading voice on prison conditions.
He tells stories of cheap suits, perspex windows, being the subject of offensive graffiti, and explains how he retains optimism.
Producers: Lauren Tavriger and Daniel Kraemer
Who is the 38-year-old, Muslim, second-generation immigrant chairman of Reform UK?
Zia Yusuf joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to tell his story, lay out his party's path to power, and share his thoughts on Boris Johnson, Elon Musk, Suella Braverman and his boss, Nigel Farage.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
The Shadow Home Secretary joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to reflect on mistakes of the last government, humility in opposition and his anger at the new government.
Chris Philp also opens up about the impact of caring for his premature baby twins and what he has learned from success and failure in business.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
The Labour MP sits down with Nick to reflect on how she went from selling beds in her Yorkshire hometown, to being at the forefront of political debate, as the face of the campaign to legalise assisted dying, and how the murder of her sister, Jo Cox, helps explain the journey.
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
The Chancellor reflects on her first six months in power and what lies behind her determination that she has "what it takes" to "turn things around".
Producer: Daniel Kraemer
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