Whitehall Sources
By Shortbread Media
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. Jo Tanner is a political adviser and strategist who's worked with politicians from all parties. 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 Road to Peace? With Mike Martin MP
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, the hosts discuss the significant political upheaval caused by Donald Trump, particularly in relation to Ukraine and NATO. We're joined by Mike Martin, Liberal Democrat MP, member of the Defence Selec… -
Donald Trump: The Ultimate Pied Piper
Calum, Kirsty and Jo discuss the once in a generation challenge of peace. Sir Keir Starmer has announced an increase in defence spending, and now he's off to see President Trump in Washington. What is the best he can hope to achieve? Support… -
Banning Phones for Kids | This Week In Parliament
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, hosts Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan and Jo Tanner, delve into the pressing issues surrounding online harms, particularly focusing on the risks posed by social media to children. We're joined by Jes… -
Is the 'special relationship' over?
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, the hosts are joined by Sir David Manning to discuss the significant shifts in global politics following President Trump's pursuit of a Russia/Ukraine peace deal. They explore the implications for NAT… -
Kemi Badenoch: Fighter or Engineer?
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan and Jo Tanner delve into the current political landscape in Westminster. They discuss the leadership styles of Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch, focusing on Starmer's pe… -
Trump Turns up the Volume
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, hosts Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan and Jo Tanner, delve into the current political landscape, focusing on key issues such as Donald Trump's controversial proposal for Gaza, the ongoing Ch… -
Growth... (and a Podcast relaunch)
In this episode of the Whitehall Sources podcast, Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan and - joining the podcast for 2025 and beyond - Jo Tanner, discuss Rachel Reeves' recent speech on economic growth, focusing on the controversial Heathrow ex… -
Southport - the politicians respond... plus President Trump
Calum Macdonald and Kirsty Buchanan discuss the recent Southport stabbings and the subsequent national inquiry into the failures of the Prevent strategy. They analyze the political implications of the tragedy, the responses from key politica… -
Labour's Rishi Sunak
Kirsty and Calum are back to assess Labour's start to 2025. Rachel Reeves is the Chancellor but for how long? Tulip Siddiq is the former anti corruption minister forced out of office as she's under investigation for corruption and denies wrongdoing. … -
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…
