There have always been supporters and sceptics when it comes to the UK's relationship with its European neighbours.

On the latest episode of the UK in a Changing Europe podcast, Anand Menon takes a walk through the history of the UK's uncomfortable relationship with Europe with historian, journalist and Editor in Chief of the New Statesman Tom McTague.

They discuss Tom's new book Between the Waves that tells the story of the clashing characters and ideals that have influenced how the UK has navigated its relationship with Europe. Drawing parallels with today, they discuss the lack of openness when it comes to the trade-offs involved in being a part of the European project, the tensions between the UK's relationship with the US and the EU and the current Labour government's approach to UK-EU relations.

Listen now for some invaluable historical context and useful insight into the UK's relationship with the EU.