Best Tom McTague Podcasts (2025)

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Trump's Tariff War 1:04:44

6d ago1:04:44

1:04:44

In this episode of These Times, Tom and Helen discuss the deep history behind Trump's latest round of tariffs on China, Mexico and Canada; how the US has used tariffs throughout history, how protectionism shifted between the Democratic and Republican parties, and what it all means for global politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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Can Europe Survive Trump? 52:12

12d ago52:12

52:12

Following on from the previous episode, this week, Tom and Helen expand even further on the topic of Europe and its dependance on the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Europe’s Trump Shock 1:02:43

19d ago1:02:43

1:02:43

This week, Tom and Helen discuss what Donald Trump's presidency means for Europe, historically, after his revealing first week in office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why The Oligarchs Now Back Trump 1:01:42

26d ago1:01:42

1:01:42

This week, Tom and Helen delve into Joe Biden's farewell address, why he warned of a new tech oligarchy and the possible new epoch in American politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why Trump Wants Greenland (and more) 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

This week, Tom and Helen delve into Donald Trump's open attempt to annex Greenland, retake the Panama Canal, and seduce Canada into joining the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Who is Elon Musk? 1:07:45

1M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

For the first episode of 2025, Tom and Helen take a deep dive into the life and worldview of the world's richest man; who is Elon Musk, what does he believe - and what does he want? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Year of War, Donald Trump and an Ascendant Turkey 56:20

2M ago56:20

56:20

On the final episode of the year, Tom and Helen reflect on the events of 2024 and how they may effect the geopolitical future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Year British Politics Hollowed Out 55:35

2M ago55:35

55:35

For our Christmas special episode Tom and Helen take a look back at the state of British politics this year and ask the question - Is British politics unravelling? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Can Syria Survive? 1:04:12

2M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

This week Tom and Helen return to the extraordinary situation in Syria and question whether it's really possible to have a unified Syrian state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Europe’s Franco-German Crisis: Macron and Scholz Stare Into The Abyss 44:17

2M ago44:17

44:17

Following the collapse of the French government, Tom and Helen discuss the Franco-German crisis in the new age of Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Revolution in Syria 47:32

2M ago47:32

47:32

The Economist's Defence Editor Shashank Joshi joins Tom and Helen for an early episode this week to discuss how the Assad regime fell so rapidly and what this means for Syria and the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Starmer adrift: What future for British politics? 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

This week on the podcast Helen and Tom explore why Keir Starmer's government has come so far adrift so quickly and what this means for the future of British politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Putin escalates: The threat of World War Three 59:11

3M ago59:11

59:11

In this week's episode Tom and Helen explore the recent military escalation over Ukraine and what this might mean for the current geopolitical world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Donald Trump: Peacemaker President? 1:00:03

3M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Following Joe Biden's controversial decision over the weekend to authorise Ukrainian forces to fire American missiles deep into Russia itself, Tom and Helen explore what a Trump presidency means for war and peace across the world, not just in Ukraine, but in China, the Middle East and the border with Mexico... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Is Pop Culture Right Wing? 57:27

3M ago57:27

57:27

Donald Trump won the podcast battle by appearing on the shows of right-leaning stars like Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman and Theo Von. On the other hand, Kamala Harris went on the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast. Tom is joined in the studio by James Marriott to discuss the decline of liberal dominance in the world of popular culture, from The Rest is History, to …

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What Trump Means: Musk and Mars, Germany and Ukraine 1:01:46

3M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

What awaits Europe after Donald Trump's second coming? Will it mark the end of the war in Ukraine or the end of America's defence of Europe? What role does Elon Musk have to play? From the China trade war to space travel, Tom and Helen bring it all into focus... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Donald Trump: The Sequel 37:26

3M ago37:26

37:26

As the dust begins to settle in the US, Tom is is joined by Emily Jashinsky, host of Undercurrents, to discuss Trump's great American triumph and the existential disaster facing the Democrats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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US Election Special: What's Wrong with American Politics? 59:33

3M ago59:33

59:33

As the US goes to the polls, Tom and Helen look back at the last decades of US politics and ask why the current moment, of Trump vs Harris, feels so much more polarised than ever... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kemi Badenoch: On Race, Empire and Roger Scruton 46:15

4M ago46:15

46:15

Tom McTague sits down with the controversial Tory firebrand Kemi Badenoch to talk about immigration, being a black Tory politician and why she is the right person to lead the opposition... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Israel Attacks Iran 1:03:02

4M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

After four weeks, Israel's anticipated revenge attack on Iran was complete. Missiles launched at Iranian missile targets from Israel threatened even more escalation. Tom and Helen dive into the details of what occurred and what the ramifications might be for the region and the wider world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…

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These Times Live: The Most Important Election in Modern History 1:06:06

4M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

On 5 November, the American people will go to the polls in what may prove to be the most important election in modern history. From Ukraine to Taiwan, the world is watching with bated breath. Tom and Helen explore these topics in a special These Times live recording, and analyse how both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump could redefine the geopolitica…

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Wanted: Europe’s Missing Leader 1:02:38

4M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

With soaring deficits, immigration debates, and a flock of North Korean soldiers arriving in Ukraine to fight alongside Russia, the continent feels adrift. Tom and Helen explore who can really lead Europe out of crisis... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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100 Days of Starmer: The Ghosts of British Politics 1:04:47

4M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

With Keir Starmer's approval ratings at an all-time low and the Tory leadership race staggering to an exhaustive conclusion, Tom and Helen ask why Britain's two main political parties are so useless without any apparent political strategy. Does the ghost of Margaret Thatcher have anything to do with it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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Israel Prepares to Strike Iran 58:27

4M ago58:27

58:27

For our 100th episode, we remain in the Middle East. Israel has just relocated a battalion from Gaza to Lebanon. The anniversary of October 7th has heightened the already feverish tension in the region. Lebanon endures heavy assault, and Israel prepares its retaliation against Iran; Helen Thompson and Tom McTage delve into the developing crisis and…

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Why Nasrallah’s Death Changes Everything 59:41

5M ago59:41

59:41

Hezbollah are in disarray. Their leadership is decapitated, and Israeli troops amass at the border. Iran has vowed revenge. In this week's episode, Tom and Helen explore what the assassination of Hassan Nasrallah means for the crisis in the Middle East... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Trump's Tariff War 1:04:44

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Can Europe Survive Trump? 52:12

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Europe’s Trump Shock 1:02:43

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Why The Oligarchs Now Back Trump 1:01:42

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Why Trump Wants Greenland (and more) 1:12:25

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Who is Elon Musk? 1:07:45

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The Year of War, Donald Trump and an Ascendant Turkey 56:20

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The Year British Politics Hollowed Out 55:35

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Can Syria Survive? 1:04:12

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Europe’s Franco-German Crisis: Macron and Scholz Stare Into The Abyss 44:17

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Revolution in Syria 47:32

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Starmer adrift: What future for British politics? 1:03:07

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Putin escalates: The threat of World War Three 59:11

1
Donald Trump: Peacemaker President? 1:00:03

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Is Pop Culture Right Wing? 57:27

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What Trump Means: Musk and Mars, Germany and Ukraine 1:01:46

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Donald Trump: The Sequel 37:26

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US Election Special: What's Wrong with American Politics? 59:33

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Kemi Badenoch: On Race, Empire and Roger Scruton 46:15

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Israel Attacks Iran 1:03:02

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These Times Live: The Most Important Election in Modern History 1:06:06

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Wanted: Europe’s Missing Leader 1:02:38

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100 Days of Starmer: The Ghosts of British Politics 1:04:47

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Israel Prepares to Strike Iran 58:27

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Why Nasrallah’s Death Changes Everything 59:41

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