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Britain’s top polling expert, Professor Sir John Curtice, and former Downing Street advisor, Rachel Wolf, explore the key political, social and economic trends that help shape what voters think and what politicians do.
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Latest episode
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The big trends that shaped 2024
In this season finale, Rachel and John look at some of the major trends shaping how we live today and those that are going to matter in the future. -
How do ethnic minorities in Britain vote?
Rachel and John are joined by James Kanagasooriam to discuss the long trends that explain the attitudes, values and voting patterns of Britain’s ethnic minorities. -
The doctor will see you now
Are we getting healthier? John Curtice and Rachel Wolf discuss the long term trends impacting the nation’s health with Neil Ferguson. -
Who’s watching the news?
John and Rachel are joined by Nic Newman from the Reuters Institute to discuss how the way we engage with news has changed and what this means for the future of journalism. -
It was the economy, stupid
As the world prepares for a second Donald Trump presidency, John Curtice and Ben Ansell look at the trends behind his victory and what the results mean for the future of American politics. -
Growth? What Growth?
John and Rachel are joined by Merryn Somerset Webb to discuss the big takeaways from the budget and what this means for the country's economic future. -
On the fence
With only two weeks to go until the US election, Rachel and John are joined by Professor Chris Carmen to discuss the polls, the big campaign moments and what may happen next -
Join the party
Who belongs to a political party these days? John and Rachel discuss the changing nature of political party membership -
Food! Glorious Food!
Rachel and John are joined by Professor Tim Lang to discuss food trends. From cooked liver to takeaway meals, what are the forces influencing our diets? -
Who should pay for university?
As universities face financial challenges, John and Rachel are joined by Professor Dame Alison Wolf to discuss higher education funding and how the system can be improved.
