Our panel of experts discusses the lessons to be learned from the coronavirus pandemic in this TPA Talks special episode.

Why is free speech under fire in 21st century Britain? We speak to Toby Young, founder of the Free Speech Union, about the rise of disinformation, the role of social media, cancel culture on campuses, 'woke' Whitehall, and more in this episode of TPA Talks!

Former BBC journalist and executive Robin Aitken joins us for this episode of TPA Talks. Drawing upon his 25 year tenure, Robin discusses political biases, out-of-touch attitudes and waste of licence fee payers' money at the Beeb, and explains why he thinks now is the time to axe the TV tax for good!

In this episode of TPA Talks, we chat to Lee Anderson MP about the issues that matter to working-class taxpayers. As a former Labour councillor turned Conservative MP who won his seat as part of the "red wall" phenomenon of the 2019 general election, Anderson offers a unique insight into the issues of the day; tackling everything from culture wars to council tax.

Andrea Leadsom MP and journalist and presenter Georgie Frost join us for this live episode of TPA Talks as we break down the Budget!

TPA Talks makes a triumphant return in 2021 with renowned broadcaster and journalist Julia Hartley-Brewer. Drawing on her experience at the forefront of talkRADIO and political commentary, we discuss the changing face of British media, holding politicians to account through the coronavirus crisis, why some people are losing faith in mainstream journalism, and more!

Our chief executive, John O'Connell, and our chairman, Mike Denham, break down the Spending Review in the first-ever live broadcast episode of TPA Talks!

Renowned American author and journalist Lionel Shriver joins us on this episode of TPA Talks to discuss the US election. Shriver offers her thoughts on why Americans decided not to re-elect Donald Trump, what a Biden presidency means for the social and fiscal landscape of America, and how these events will affect us in the UK. This podcast was recorded on the 12th November.

Renowned education reformer Katharine Birbalsingh CBE joins us for this episode of TPA Talks. Drawing on her experience founding Michaela Community School in London, Birbalsingh explains the difference between traditional and progressive schooling, the importance of responsibility and choice, why free schools work, and more!

In this special episode of TPA Talks, we host a roundtable of experts to discuss the TPA’s latest research paper evaluating the UK health system (pre-coronavirus) in comparison to that of other developed nations. This bold and important conversation will be of great interest to those looking for a balanced and pragmatic evaluation of the NHS, particularly at a time when public health is at the forefront of the nation's psyche.  

👤 Matthew Lesh, Head of Research, Adam Smith Institute

👤 Kristian Niemietz, Head of Political Economy, Institute of Economic Affairs

👤 Darwin Friend, Policy Analyst, TaxPayers’ Alliance

👤 Danielle Boxall, Media Campaign Manager, TaxPayers’ Alliance