# Iain Dale: I'm a Conservative but I don't do propaganda (unlike GB News)

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Podcast: [Media Confidential](https://stenobird.com/podcast/media-confidential-6620203)
Published: 2026-07-13T01:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/media-confidential/episodes/iain-dale-im-a-conservative-but-i-dont-do-propaganda-unlike
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## Resource

In this week’s episode of Media Confidential, Alan and Lionel are joined by presenter and commentator Iain Dale. As he releases a new memoir, the three discuss his life in broadcasting and a brief stint of political ambition, as well as his ideological leanings.  Iain discusses how he tries to keep his LBC show unbiased and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into creating lively debate with a broad spectrum of views. He also reflects on Brexit, GB News and the BBC and his thoughts on the future of political broadcasting.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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