Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert, former Tory adviser Chris Newton, and returning guest Tory campaigner Matthew Goodwin-Freeman trade perspectives on the week’s biggest stories. In this episode, they dissect the shock resignation of Peter Mandelson, weigh up the contenders in Labour’s deputy leadership race, and unpack the British reaction to the assassination of US conservative figure Charlie Kirk. With sharp disagreements, surprising points of consensus, and a good dose of humour, the trio offers listeners a candid, cross-party take on politics at its most unpredictable.

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In this week’s episode of Political Frenemies, former Tory adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert, are joined by Green Party campaigner Daniel Laycock. The trio dive into a whirlwind of political drama, unpacking Angela Rayner’s shock resignation and the ripple effects of Labour’s reshuffle, the election of Zack Polanski as the new Green Party leader, and the noise emerging from Reform UK’s conference in Birmingham. With sharp analysis, cross-party banter, and more than a little good-natured sparring, the trio cut through the headlines to offer listeners fresh perspectives on Britain’s fast-shifting political landscape.

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In the fiery season finale of Political Frenemies, Lib Dem campaigner Mathew Hulbert and ex-Tory adviser Chris Newton lock horns over a turbulent week in British politics. From junior doctors on the picket lines to anti-migrant hotel protests in Epping, from Reform UK's hardline crime pitch to Kemi Badenoch’s reshuffle—no topic is off-limits. Is the UK heading for a summer of discontent? Tune in for sharp analysis, unexpected agreement (maybe), and plenty of political sparks.

In this feisty episode of Political Frenemies, Ex-Tory defence adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem councillor Mathew Hulbert dive into the week’s most pressing political stories — from the fallout of the Afghan data breach to the ongoing turmoil within the Labour Party, and the contentious debate over lowering the voting age to 16. With their trademark mix of sharp insight and respectful disagreement, the duo explores the tension between transparency and security, and what real accountability should look like in modern politics.

In this explosive episode of Political Frenemies, Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert and ex-Tory adviser ChrisNewton are joined by special guest Matthew Goodwin-Freeman — a Conservative councillor, campaigner, and author of the new book A Blueprint. He shares insider insights into how he’s steered winning Tory campaigns despite a turbulent political climate. The trio also dig into Macron’s state visit and his eyebrow-raising agreement with Starmer on migrant crossings, dissect Kemi Badenoch’s controversial welfare speech, and weigh in on the latest Tory defections to Reform UK — all with their signature mix of sharp disagreement and surprising common ground.

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In this lively episode of Political Frenemies, former Tory adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert are joined by new occasional contributor and LabourListcolumnist Chris Carter for a spirited roundtable on Labour’s week and turbulent first year in government. From the emotional fallout of Rachel Reeves’ tears at PMQs to the Welfare Bill vote, the trio unpack the drama rocking Westminster. They also debate the shockwaves from Jeremy Corbyn’s, Ben Habib’s, and Rupert Lowe’s new parties and movements. Expect sharp analysis, surprising consensus, and plenty of friendly fire.

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In this punchy episode of Political Frenemies, Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert and former Tory adviser Chris Newton go head-to-head over Keir Starmer’s welfare U-turn—was this the right thing to do, and is this a reflection of a totally dysfunctional Labour operation? They weigh the fallout for Starmer’s leadership and ask: are his days as PM numbered? The frenemies also tackle Reform UK's eyebrow-raising Britannia Card proposal, Kemi Badenoch's swipe at Starmer's PMQs absences, and the Lib Dems' response to the US strikes on Iran. It’s fiery, it’s frank—and it’s not to be missed.

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In this special episode of Political Frenemies, former Tory adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert sit down with Talk presenter and ex-Tory Special Adviser Peter Cardwell for a no-holds-barred chat. They dive into the fallout from Cardwell’s headline-grabbing interview with Keir Starmer, pull back the curtain on his time behind the scenes in government, and tackle the political shockwaves from the US strikes on Iran. Plus, the trio dissect the highs and lows of the week for Labour, the Tories, Reform UK, and the Lib Dems in a fast-paced round-up of Westminster’s wild ride.

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In this episode, Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert and formerTory adviser Chris Newton lock horns over the Labour government's first major spending review—do their ambitious plans really add up? The frenemies dig into the political and economic case for boosting health and defence budgets, debate whether Kemi Badenoch is finally finding her feet at PMQs, and tackle the week’s biggest political twists and turns with their trademark mix of sharp disagreement and unexpected common ground.

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In this special episode, former Tory adviser Chris Newton and Lib Dem activist Mathew Hulbert are joined by LBC presenter and author Iain Dale for a wide-ranging chat that doesn’t pull its punches. From his fiery spat with Tommy Robinson to the inspiration behind his new book on Margaret Thatcher, Iain brings his trademark candour. The conversation turns to Kemi Badenoch’s leadership and his views of Labour’s first year in power—expect sharp debate, unexpected agreement, and more than a few political fireworks.

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