Episodes
This week's special guest is Bez from the Happy Mondays - it's a must listen. In the rest of the episode we look at Covid vaccine priorities - who will be next in line after the UK's most vulnerable? We also discuss how much longer lockdown will go on, and what Joe Biden's presidency means for the UK.
Published 01/21/21
James Comey on Trump impeachment - plus, what next for Covid lockdown? Special guest on the podcast this week is former FBI director James Comey, who talks to us about the impeachment of President Donald Trump, the riots at the US Capitol, and much more. We also get the latest from Downing Street with Robert Peston, who gives insight on whether England's lockdown is about to get tighter, or whether restrictions will soon be lifted. Be sure to like, subscribe, and rate us five stars!
Published 01/14/21
Will vaccines end lockdown by mid-February? Plus top photographer on capturing history In this week's episode we look at whether coronavirus vaccines can help England out of lockdown by mid-February, as Boris Johnson hopes will be the case. Our special guest is award winning PA photographer Stefan Rousseau, who talks us through what it's been like capturing some recent histories most remarkable moments. In one anecdote he reveals his experience of photographing the Westminster terror...
Published 01/07/21
Published 01/07/21
Is another lockdown inevitable? Plus Brexit and a Christmas Quiz! In what could be the final episode of the year (unless we do an emergency Brexit episode) Dan and Robert discuss whether another lockdown is inevitable after Christmas. They also look at the chances of a post-Brexit trade deal with the EU. And stick around til the end to see if you can beat Dan in the Christmas quiz! Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars! Merry Christmas!
Published 12/18/20
Boris Johnson has set Sunday as his latest deadline for a free trade deal with the EU - but is there any chance of success? We speak to Europe Editor James Mates who was in Brussels during the prime minister's last-ditch talks with EU chief Ursula von der Leyen. Robert Peston gives us his take on the state of negotiations and whether he thinks there's scope for a deal. Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars!
Published 12/10/20
As England is reduced to tiers, Robert and Shehab chat through the week's coronavirus developments: Rishi Sunak's Spending Review, the prospect of a new national lockdown and the new face in Number 10. We also have special guest Konnie Huq, who tells us about her new set of political fairy tales and working on Black Mirror episodes with her husband Charlie Brooker. Remember to like, subscribe, and rate us five stars!
Published 11/26/20
Robert and Shehab chat through the week's coronavirus developments: England's new tier system, Rishi Sunak's Spending Review, and the prospect of a new national lockdown. We also have special guest Konnie Huq, who tells us about her new set of political fairy tales and working on Black Mirror episodes with her husband Charlie Brooker. Remember to like, subscribe, and rate us five stars!
Published 11/26/20
Published 11/19/20
The PM's plan for Christmas - plus the story of the gay MPs who tried to take on Hitler In this episode we learn the fascinating story of the Glamour Boys - the gay MPs who lobbied the UK government to go to war with Hitler, long before World War II began. And Robert examines the departure of Boris Johnson's chief adviser Dominic Cummings from Downing Street. He also explains the prime minister's plan for Christmas and the latest coronavirus vaccine developments. Remember to like,...
Published 11/19/20
Published 11/12/20
Inside the Number 10 meltdown - plus vaccines and how China got back to normality In this week's episode the team discuss the resignation of Boris Johnson's director of communications, Lee Cain. What does this mean for the government? Will Dominic Cummings quit in solidarity? We also speak to ITV News Asia Editor Debi Edward who explains how draconian measures in China got the country back to relative normality after the coronavirus pandemic started there. Remember to like, subscribe and...
Published 11/12/20
Inside the Number 10 meltdown - plus vaccines and how China got back to normality In this week's episode the team discuss the resignation of Boris Johnson's director of communications, Lee Cain. What does this mean for the government? Will Dominic Cummings quit in solidarity? We also speak to ITV News Asia Editor Debi Edward who explains how draconian measures in China got the country back to relative normality after the coronavirus pandemic started there. Remember to like, subscribe and...
Published 11/12/20
Piers Morgan on Donald Trump and Boris Johnson - plus our team on furlough extension Special guest on this week's episode is Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan. He chats to us about his friend Donald Trump, the US election, coronavirus and Boris Johnson. And Robert Peston explains the pros and cons of the extended furlough scheme, which will now run until the end of March. Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars!
Published 11/05/20
Our politics team on Corbyn's suspension from Labour after anti-Semitism report Robert and Shehab take a look at the Equality and Human Rights Commission's report on anti-Semitism in the Labour Party. We also hear from former Labour MP John Mann, who now advises the government on anti-Semitism. Remember to like, subscribe, and rate us five stars.
Published 10/29/20
'Furlough is back' - Plus the Room Next Door Man Michael Spicer Rishi Sunak has announced a raft of coronavirus support messages, prompting Robert Peston to remark that 'furlough is back'. We talk through the latest twists and turns in the UK's battle with Covid-19. We also have another hilarious special guest: the Room Next Door Man Michael Spicer. The satirical comedian talks us through how he became a sensation by mocking political interviews. Remember to like, subscribe and rate us...
Published 10/22/20
Robert Peston gives his take on whether a circuit break lockdown will happen in England. And special guest Matt Forde tells us what it's like impersonating Boris Johnson and Donald Trump in the reboot of Spitting Image. Don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us five stars!
Published 10/16/20
Last orders for northern pubs? Plus, what are the chances of a Brexit deal? This episode of Calling Peston features an in-depth Brexit interview with two of the UK's leading experts, Anand Menon and Maddy Thimont Jack. We also discuss a new northern lockdown - which is expected next week - and Robert says there's hope of a restriction free Christmas. Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars!
Published 10/08/20
Peston offers economic hope - plus Owen Jones on Keir Starmer The Calling Peston podcast is back for its third series. We're still going to be tackling the week's biggest stories, but we'll also have a different special guest each episode as we look to discuss something other than coronavirus. This week's guest is Labour activist Owen Jones. Remember to like, subscribe and rate us five stars.
Published 10/01/20
Peston exclusive: Potential coronavirus vaccine breakthrough For once there is some good news. Robert has an exclusive story on a potential coronavirus vaccine. Listen to learn more. We also chat through the new rules on face coverings, which from July 24 will force people to wear one, if they want to go shopping. This episode is our last of the series, as we take a break during the Parliamentary summer recess. We'll be back in the autumn with a refreshed show, taking you through all...
Published 07/15/20
Summer statement: Will Dishy Rishi's risky plan pay off? Analysis from Gauke and Peston The chancellor has announced several measures to boost the economy and employment as the UK begins to ease out of coronavirus lockdown. Will Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson's plan work? Former Treasury minister David Gauke and economic expert Robert Peston provide analysis and insight into an unprecedented Summer Statement. The team is back in Westminster for the first time since lockdown began for this...
Published 07/10/20
Published 07/10/20
Schools re-opening, lessons from Leicester’s lockdown plus special guest Deborah Meaden on coronavirus and business The education secretary has announced schools will fully reopen in September; we have everything you need to know about how pupils will return to class rooms. Robert Peston gives insight into the localised lockdown in Leicester and the team examine what can be learned from the city's spike in Covid-19. Special guest this week is Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden, who explains...
Published 07/02/20
Published 07/02/20