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The Andrew Neil Report

The Andrew Neil Report

Times Radio 1 Episodes Jul 23, 2026

Andrew Neil, a veteran political journalist, hosts this weekly podcast that cuts through the spin to examine the most pressing issues in UK and global politics. Each episode features in-depth analysis and interviews with major political figures, offering listeners a fact-based perspective on current events. New episodes are released every Thursday.

Episodes

China has won the AI war & this is when the US bubble will burst
China has won the AI war & this is when the US bubble will burst Jul 23, 2026 39:42 On this episode of The Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcaster is joined by economist Professor Steve Keen - he's an honorary professor at UCL and predicted the 2008 financial crash earlier than most. The pair sit down to discuss the recent release of Kimi K3 from Chinese company Moonshot that saw Wall Street stocks take a tumble. It's a powerful AI model that's cheaper than many of its US ri
Andy Burnham has actually encouraged me with these Cabinet picks | Andrew Neil
Andy Burnham has actually encouraged me with these Cabinet picks | Andrew Neil Jul 21, 2026 18:22 In this special edition of The Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcaster reacts to Andy Burnham's picks for his Cabinet. It's safe to say there were some surprises in there and a handful that impress Andrew... but which ones? This is The Andrew Neil Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Burnham is prime minister... and he wants to go back to the 1970s
Andy Burnham is prime minister... and he wants to go back to the 1970s Jul 20, 2026 20:41 On this special edition of The Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcaster reacts to and analyses Andy Burnham's first speech on the steps of Downing Street, as he officially become prime minister. Yet was there much new in it? This is The Andrew Neil Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trump’s Iran objectives have all failed... so what next? | The Andrew Neil Report
Trump’s Iran objectives have all failed... so what next? | The Andrew Neil Report Jul 16, 2026 1:13:08 On this episode of the Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcaster delves into a chaotic and concerning week as the war in Iran has has ramped back up. He gives his take on proceedings, before speaking with Professor Robert Pape, author of 'The escalation trap' for a debate on what comes next... and there's certainly some fireworks. To finish, Andrew is joined by Republican donor and Trump ally Ha
Brexit, migration mistakes & Tory chaos | Andrew Neil vs Michael Gove The Full Interview
Brexit, migration mistakes & Tory chaos | Andrew Neil vs Michael Gove The Full Interview Jul 9, 2026 1:04:44 On this edition of The Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcaster is joined by a man once-dubbed 'the most powerful Tory to never be prime minister'. In an hour-long special interview, Michael Gove discusses his near two decades at the top of British politics. Yet what happened to 'taking back control?' Michael defends his record as one of the masterminds behind Brexit and reveals why he was nev
NATO must separate Trump’s ramblings from reality | Andrew Neil x Ben Hodges
NATO must separate Trump’s ramblings from reality | Andrew Neil x Ben Hodges Jul 8, 2026 37:20 In this episode of the Andrew Neil Report, as the NATO summit comes to a close in Turkey, Donald Trump's war with Iran is back dominating the headlines. Reacting to all the news, Andrew Neil is joined by the former Commanding General of the US Army in Europe, Lt General Ben Hodges. This is The Andrew Neil Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who was our worst prime minister & how do we get better politicans? Ask Andrew Q&A
Who was our worst prime minister & how do we get better politicans? Ask Andrew Q&A Jul 2, 2026 58:48 After a bustling past fortnight in the world of politics, on this episode of The Andrew Neil Report, Andrew takes a step back from the news agenda to answer your burning questions. Who was the biggest disappointment as prime minister? Is Britain really at imminent risk of war with Russia? Who is to blame for the war in Iran? This is The Andrew Neil Report. #andrewneilreport #andrewneil #podcast #d
Why Andy Burnham's honeymoon will be over by Christmas
Why Andy Burnham's honeymoon will be over by Christmas Jun 25, 2026 57:29 On today's edition of The Andrew Neil Report, the veteran broadcast analyses what is now looking like a quick coronation for Andy Burnham as prime minister. So what does it say about our politics that someone who's been an MP for less than a week, now faces a near uncontested run to the top job? All eyes are on number 11 too, as who will he pick as his Chancellor! Times Columnist and old friend Fr
Keir Starmer resigns: Where did it all go wrong?
Keir Starmer resigns: Where did it all go wrong? Jun 22, 2026 22:01 On this special edition of The Andrew Neil Report, Andrew analyses exactly what led to Keir Starmer's downfall as prime minister, the mistakes he made along the way and what it says about British politics. Will Andy Burnham fair any better?#andrewneil #keirstarmer #andyburnham #ukpolitics #primeminister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andy Burnham is not Labour's messiah and this is why | Makerfield special
Andy Burnham is not Labour's messiah and this is why | Makerfield special Jun 19, 2026 20:02 On this special edition of The Andrew Neil Report, Andrew gives his take on the Makerfield by-election result which sees Andy Burnham return to Westminster. He will surely be the next PM, but is it too early for celebration for Labour? This is The Andrew Neil Report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
UK defence, welfare not warfare & Trump's 'deal' with Iran
UK defence, welfare not warfare & Trump's 'deal' with Iran Jun 17, 2026 58:39 In the latest episode of The Andrew Neil Report, Andrew Neil challenges Trump ally and chair of the Foreign Policy Initiative Carla Sands over the substance of a potential 'deal' with Tehran, questioning whether it will hold until Friday and beyond. He also speaks to the former director of UK Special Forces to discuss the ongoing UK defence row, the debate over welfare versus warfare, and what Eur
Welcome... and the biggest crash in history
Welcome... and the biggest crash in history Jun 10, 2026 59:07 In episode 1 of The Andrew Neil Report, broadcaster Andrew Neil lays out his mission statement for the new podcast and what he plans to cover. It's followed by an interview with Andrew Ross Sorkin, journalist and author of new book 1929. The pair discuss the infamous crash and draw parallels with the world we live in today, as well as the political consequences if a similar event occurs. Hosted on

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