Episode

Do Political Backstories Matter?

Podcast
Politics Unpacked
Published
May 19, 2026
Duration seconds
1905
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Summary

Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting are each setting out their pitch to be the next Prime Minister. But do their stories of triumphing over adversity make them better politicians? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Charlotte Ivers and James Marriott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.