Best Rafael Kennedy Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 1,500 – Neil Kinnock on Starmer’s battles, Labour vs Reform, and hope for the future 58:09

8h ago58:09

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Is it really five years and 1,500 editions since we launched The Bunker? It is! For this special episode, Labour legend and former leader Neil Kinnock joins us to talk about the story Labour should be telling… what his battles against Thatcherism can teach Starmer about fighting the rising right wing… the dangers of a radicalised Conservative Party…

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Homeland Insecurity 1:17:29

18h ago1:17:29

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Trump’s decision to rip up 80 years of transatlantic security co-operation leaves Europe in a panic. What happens when America lines up with a despot like Putin? Can Europe afford to defend itself? Dr Julie Norman of UCL joins us to look at the alarming new security environment. Plus, with Badenoch’s Tories in an apparent doom spiral, we look at wh…

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Germany's far-right problem: Are the AfD Nazis? 32:23

1d ago32:23

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Germany’s far-right have been thrown into the international spotlight after US Vice President JD Vance met with Alice Weidel. But what does the AfD actually stand for? Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by Annette Dittert, senior correspondent for ARD German TV, to look at Germany’s far-right problem and to find out if the AfD is really a successor to t…

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How the US aid freeze harms the entire world 38:14

2d ago38:14

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US aid accounts for more than 40 percent of aid spending across the globe – or at least it did until Trump cut it off. Today in The Bunker, Jacob Jarvis speaks with Michael Sheldrick, co-founder of Global Citizen, to discuss the impact of these cuts and what other nations can do to fill the gap. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker…

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Is Putin taking Donald Trump for a ride? 27:33

3d ago27:33

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Donald Trump acts as though he’s a master Putin-whisperer – but is he simply just being played by the Russian leader? Ian Garner, a historian focused on Russian propaganda and culture, and the author of Z Generation: Into the Heart of Russia's Fascist Youth, joins Chris Jones to discuss the relationship between these two world leaders, their latest…

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Betrayal in Munich 1:05:49

3d ago1:05:49

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US Vice President JD Vance proves himself to be as much an arse as his boss with a hateful, trollish performance at the Munich Security Conference. Will his culture war insults and support for the European far-right signal the final end of the Atlanticist dream… and is Ukraine now doomed? Plus, only 40% of 18-27 year olds say they’re proud of Brita…

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Ep 300: Unpacking Rafael Devers' comments on not being willing to switch positions for Alex Bregman, plus what it means for Kristian Campbell & more 21:20

4d ago21:20

21:20

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to Rafael Devers' surprising comments about being unwilling to move off third base to accommodate newcomer Alex Bregman, who might take over at the position in 2025. The writers also discuss Alex Cora's thoughts on the issue, potential alignments involving Kristian Campbell, Masataka Yoshida's future wit…

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The traitor dictator — Start Your Week with Gavin Esler and Jacob Jarvis 39:18

4d ago39:18

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Donald Trump appears to be selling out Ukraine in talks with Putin, meanwhile his authoritarian power grab in the US continues. What can we expect from negotiations in the coming days? And how will Europe react? Gavin Esler and Jacob Jarvis discuss the latest news and how it will impact the rest of the world in Start Your Week. We are sponsored by …

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Ep 299: Garrett Crochet talks joining the Red Sox, a potential extension and how he'll play the role of ace in 2025 15:49

7d ago15:49

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On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam are joined by new Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet for a sit-down at Fenway South. Crochet talks about getting acclimated to his new organization after an offseason trade and his expectations for 2025, plus what he thinks about signing an extension and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Susie Wiles: What makes Trump's most powerful adviser tick? 31:12

7d ago31:12

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For the first time, a woman will serve as White House Chief of Staff – but who is Susie Wiles? As Trump’s closest confidante, is Susie Wiles the most powerful woman in the world? Today in The Bunker, Jacob Jarvis speaks with Michael Kruse, senior staff writer at POLITICO, to explore Wiles’ history, her influence over Trump, and whether she can keep…

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Why is Labour trying to copy Reform? 1:12:02

7d ago1:12:02

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Labour’s ‘crackdown’ on illegal workers was an obvious ploy to tame Reform UK’s growing influence. But will Starmer’s Labour alienate its own supporters just to chase voters who’ll always hate them? Plus, only one in five Brits approve of the government’s handling of crime. Will Labour turn that around with the PM’s experience of the justice system…

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Ep 298: EMERGENCY Pod -- Reacting to the Red Sox landing Alex Bregman on a 3-year, $120 million mega-deal 17:45

8d ago17:45

17:45

On a late-night episode from Fort Myers, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam unpack the news that the Red Sox agreed to a three-year, $120 million deal with star free agent Alex Bregman. The writers discuss the structure of the unique deal, what it means for Boston's credibility as an organization, where Bregman will fit in Boston and much more.…

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Should politicians read more science fiction? – with SF author Adrian Tchaikovsky 38:15

8d ago38:15

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In a world where politicians and oligarchs make wild plans, we often hear the cry “They’re reading too much science fiction.” But instead, should our leaders read MORE about alternate futures and the unforeseen consequences of technology? Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky – of Children of Time and Dogs of War fame – tells Andrew Harris…

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Project 2025: How closely is Trump sticking to this right-wing manifesto? 39:07

9d ago39:07

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Trump denied links to Project 2025, the right-wing manifesto for a conservative president, throughout his campaign. But despite this, many of his actions in office so far have looked familiar to those who read the document. To discuss how closely he’s following it, Gavin Esler speaks to Andy Kroll from ProPublica, who’s been diving into the connect…

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Starmer slumps, Reform rallies: Should we take the polls seriously yet? 38:05

10d ago38:05

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A shock new poll has put Reform ahead of Labour for the first time – could this be just a short-term protest, or could this be the start of a shake-up of Britain’s status quo? Today in The Bunker, Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by Ben Walker, senior data journalist at The New Statesman and founder of Britain Elects to discuss the numbers and ask if …

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The sky isn’t falling… not in the UK, at least 1:08:37

10d ago1:08:37

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Keir Starmer may have been enduring stormy weather since winning power – but is the sky really falling in, as parts of the media think? And why are so many UK commentators and pundits addicted to the idea that we’re living in times of ultimate crisis? Plus, it’s 100 days since Kemi Badenoch took on the Tory leadership. Has she turned the party's fo…

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Steel crazy after all these years – Start Your Week with Ros Taylor and Jacob Jarvis 37:45

11d ago37:45

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Ep 297: Craig Breslow gives an update on the Red Sox' offseason shopping list, says club still wants to add "difference-maker" 19:47

14d ago19:47

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On this episode, Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow joins co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam to provide an update on where Boston stands with its offseason shopping list. Breslow discusses the team's remaining need for a right-handed bat — one he deems a potential "difference-maker" — and explains why the club has been slow when it co…

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Trump's America – Cloud Coup Coup Land 1:12:00

14d ago1:12:00

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Donald Trump and his evil nerd henchman Elon Musk continue to “flood the zone” with new harmful executive orders and bullshit headlines. How do we figure out what matters and what doesn’t? Plus, Reform UK has – somehow – topped a poll as the UK’s most popular political party. Should we stop paying so much attention to polls, and letting them set th…

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Eat yourself richer: Could better food fix our economy? 36:11

14d ago36:11

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From school canteens to prison kitchens, the quality of the meals served in public institutions is often alarmingly poor. But rather than accepting this, could fixing the issue boost Britain in ways we might not realise? In today’s episode, Coco Khan speaks with Kevin Morgan, Professor of Governance and Development at Cardiff University and author …

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From Gates to Musk: Can good billionaires exist? 33:34

15d ago33:34

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Billionaires are often praised as disruptive innovators, philanthropists, or brilliant problem solvers – but they’re also a clear sign of growing inequality. So, are they ever truly a force for good? Today in The Bunker, Zing Tsjeng is joined by Carl Rhodes, Dean of the UTS Business School at the University of Technology Sydney and author of Stinki…

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Has US media surrendered to Trump already? 39:48

16d ago39:48

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Trump’s first term might have been a political nightmare, but at least it was a golden age for truth-telling journalism. But this time, news outlets from the Washington Post to CNN have bent the knee to MAGA with indecent, craven haste – while papers like the New York Times have retreated, terrified, into euphemism. What do the news oligarchs think…

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Ep 296: Unpacking Sam Kennedy's Truck Day comments — and a winter's worth of strange Red Sox messaging 30:19

17d ago30:19

30:19

On this episode, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam unpack a new batch of quotes from Red Sox president/CEO Sam Kennedy, who talked about the state of his team on Truck Day at Fenway Park. Cotillo and McAdam talk about where Boston's messaging went awry this winter, plus circle back on why John Henry's refusal to talk to media makes it tough fo…

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Appetite for Disruption 58:13

17d ago58:13

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As Keir Starmer visits Brussels for a meeting with European Union leaders, Trump has the EU in his sights. But Trump says Starmer is “nice”, so will Britain get away unscathed from new tariffs? It’s quite the predicament for the British PM – will he have to choose between one or the other? And what’s with all the DISRUPTION? From electoral politics…

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DeepSeek – How China’s A.I. surprise stunned Silicon Valley 37:13

17d ago37:13

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China’s gamechanging A.I. “DeepSeek” came out of nowhere to grab headlines and in turn rock financial markets. The release of the free app triggered a sharp reaction, wiping out a trillion dollars in value from major U.S. based A.I. firms. – and raising questions over America’s dominance in the realm of artificial intelligence. Is this a sign of an…

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Trade war of the worlds — Start Your Week with Gavin Esler and Ros Taylor 33:08

18d ago33:08

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Trump’s trade war has begun as he seeks to bully the world with tariffs. What’s going on and what effects will we see in the coming days? And how will his whims wreak havoc on global relations? And looking closer to home, Brexit’s back on the menu. Starmer is off to meet EU leaders, what should we look out for? Gavin Esler and Ros Taylor discuss th…

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Ep 295: Will the Red Sox go over or under 84.5 wins? Plus (preliminary) offseason grades, Ryan Brasier thoughts & more 41:14

21d ago41:14

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On the second show of this week, co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam go through DraftKings' recently released betting odds pertaining to the Red Sox and debate whether going over or under 84.5 wins makes the most sense. The writers also talk about Ryan Brasier being available, how they'd grade the offseason (if it is mostly complete), farm syste…

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Happy Birthday, Brexit! – 5th Anniversary Gala Celebration! 1:07:29

21d ago1:07:29

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It’s five years this week since we left the EU. Isn’t everything going brilliantly? Special guest Anand Menon of UK In A Changing Europe joins us to assess the many, many achievements of Global Britain. Has Brexit changed Britain irrevocably? What destroyed the Tory party: leaving the EU, Liz Truss or Boris Johnson’s own hubris? What’s the real rea…

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Have we hit peak politics podcast? – Panel edition 1:06:57

21d ago1:06:57

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The Bunker panel is back! This week, we dive into the wild world of podcasting. Anyone with a mic and a Wi-Fi connection can broadcast their thoughts to the masses – but should they? This month, the panel debates the pros and cons of the ever-expanding political podcast landscape. Are bro-casts speeding us toward cultural collapse? What are our big…

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How not to be totally wrong about American politics 34:24

22d ago34:24

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Donald Trump is often labeled a threat to democracy – but could political myths perpetuated by ordinary Americans be just as much of an issue? Millions of voters confidently cling to political myths as if they were hard truths, unaware that they’re propping up the fake news they claim to hate. In this episode of The Bunker, Chris Jones speaks with …

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Should I feel bad for listening to cancelled artists? 40:41

23d ago40:41

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The number of artists being “cancelled” seems to be growing every day. But is it ok to continue to enjoy the art they made even if they’re awful people? Today on The Bunker, Rafael Behr sits down with philosophy professor Mary Beth Willard, author of Why It's OK to Enjoy the Work of Immoral Artists, to explore whether we can truly separate the art …

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Ep 294: Update on the Alex Bregman/Red Sox impasse, plus brainstorming what's left to spend money on as spring training approaches 31:29

24d ago31:29

31:29

Co-hosts Chris Cotillo and Sean McAdam react to a weekend report that the Red Sox aren't willing to go past four years in their negotiations with free agent Alex Bregman. The writers discuss the pros and cons of that stance, John Henry's status as an absentee owner and brainstorm possibilities for how Boston could spend its available cash to upgrad…

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