Whitehall Sources
By Calum Macdonald
Top advisers to our significant political leaders analyse the successes and failures of today's politics, sharing their experiences of working in Whitehall. Kirsty Buchanan worked with Theresa May as PM, and Liz Truss when she was Secretary of State. Journalist and broadcaster Calum Macdonald manages their in-tray of talking points, U-turns and crises. From parties in Westminster to the tactics of SpAds, this is your exclusive insight into how politics is done and how politicians work. We welcome insiders and analysts to join the conversation each week.
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Latest episode
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The Post Office Scandal...with Lord Arbuthnot
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum McDonald and Kirsty Buchanan discuss the ongoing issues surrounding the Post Office inquiry, the WASPI women, and the broader implications for political accountability and integrity. Th… -
Syria
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, host Calum MacDonald and guest Kirsty Buchanan engage with Ambassador Peter Ford, who shares his insights on the current situation in Syria following the fall of the Assad regime. The convers… -
The Prime Minister's not-reset-reset
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum Macdonald and Kirsty Buchanan discuss Keir Starmer's recent speech outlining the Labour Party's new foundations, missions, and milestones. They delve into the six specific milestones se… -
Unpacking the Assisted Dying Bill
Calum and Kirsty are joined by former Special Advisors Nikki Da Costa and Sam White to discuss the process to come regarding the much-talked-about Assisted Dying Bill - what's in store? Who can say what? And who will say what? Support the p… -
John Prescott... with Adam Boulton
This conversation reflects on the life and legacy of John Prescott, a significant figure in British politics and the Labour Party. The hosts, Calum MacDonald, Kirsty Buchanan, and Adam Boulton, share personal anecdotes and insights about Pre… -
Can Wes Streeting fix the NHS?
In this podcast episode, former Health Department Special Adviser, Ed Jones, joins Isabel Hardman - Assistant Editor of The Spectator and author of Fighting for Life - The Twelve Battles that Made Our NHS, and the Struggle for Its Future - a… -
Trump Elected, Starmer and Badenoch
Donald Trump is set to return to the White House, having promised action on issues including immigration, the economy and the war in Ukraine. He looks likely to enjoy plenty of support for his political agenda in Congress after his Republican Party r… -
The Budget
In our first ever crossover episode with the Holyrood Sources podcast, we assess the implications of the UK Government budget.The first section of both podcasts features former advisers from across the political … -
Labour in the USA, Prisoners Released, The Budget
Calum Macdonald and Kirsty Buchanan discuss various pressing political issues in the UK, including prison overcrowding, the Labour Party's involvement in US elections, and the upcoming budget. Kirsty shares insights from her experience in th… -
Salmond, Budget previews, UK & US Polling
Calum and Kirsty discuss recent budget leaks and their implications, the ongoing political controversy surrounding Taylor Swift's concert, and reflect on the legacy of Alex Salmond following his passing. They explore the impact of Salmond o…
