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The Capitalist is the podcast that champions free markets, fresh ideas, and thoughtful solutions. Join sharp minds from business, politics, and beyond for intelligent debate and optimistic conversations about building a brighter, market-driven future for Britain. Brought to you by the team behind CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster.

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Despatch: Is Rachel Reeves ready for the coming crisis? 5:59

3 дні тому5:59

5:59

Economist Andrew Lilico casts a sharp eye over the Chancellor’s first Spending Review — and finds it lacking. Beyond the rhetoric, the message is sobering: health spending is set to surge while almost every other department faces quiet, compounding cuts. The NHS will grow to dominate Britain’s public finances — even as Rachel Reeves eyes new tax rises to make the numbers add up. So, what happens when the backlash begins? Tune in for a clear-eyed take on the week’s most important speech. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Spending Review: Health, Policing, and Reform’s Rise 32:07

6 днів тому32:07

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With the Chancellor’s spending review looming, ministers are jostling for funds. But with public services under pressure and growth still sluggish, is the government backing the right bets? Plus: what’s really behind Reform UK’s rise in the polls? As support swells in areas hit hardest by poverty, our guests unpack the party’s shifting economic message — and what it reveals about voter discontent in Labour heartlands. CapX’s Marc Sidwell is joined by Maxwell Marlow of the Adam Smith Institute and Alys Denby from City AM for a brisk tour through the week’s economic flashpoints — and what they mean for Britain’s political future. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Jeremy Hunt on Free Trade 6:30

10 днів тому6:30

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Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt offers a spirited defence of Britain’s open-market tradition — and a sharp rebuke of Trump’s tariff tactics. As the world shrugs off ‘Liberation Day’, Hunt argues it’s not America but open economies like Britain that are poised to thrive. With historical perspective and policy punch, he lays out why trade still matters, how globalisation lifted billions out of poverty, and why the UK can lead again — if it chooses to stay open. Despatch is our weekly highlight of the best writing from CapX's daily briefings, brought to you by the team behind The Capitalist. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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UK-US Trade: The Real Story 34:02

13 днів тому34:02

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President Trump’s tariff blitz hits a legal snag — but he's showing no signs of backing down. Marc Sidwell is joined by National Review Institute’s Dominic Pino and the journalist Harry Phibbs to assess what comes next for transatlantic trade. Plus: can Britain turn Washington’s assault on academia into an opportunity? And as China races ahead in the humanoid AI stakes, could Britain still take a seat at the table? Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Cheese 6:08

18 днів тому6:08

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What does chasing a wheel of cheese down a dangerously steep hill say about Britain — and the state? In this Despatch, James Price of the Adam Smith Institute finds wisdom in one of our most eccentric traditions: Gloucestershire’s infamous cheese rolling. What begins as a bruising ritual becomes a spirited case for liberty, localism, and limited government. A celebration of chaos, cheese, and the virtues of keeping Westminster well out of it. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Special Edition: Reviving the High Street with Samuel Hughes 18:47

21 день тому18:47

18:47

A special edition on the future of Britain’s high streets. As department stores disappear and civic spaces fall silent, we ask: what’s next for the beating heart of our towns? Samuel Hughes, an editor at Works in Progress and fellow at the Centre for Policy Studies, joins us to explore practical ways to revive our high streets. From imaginative public services to smarter regeneration strategies, we consider whether it’s time to think beyond retail — and reimagine what town centres can truly be. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Copying Reform Is a Trap 9:19

24 дні тому9:19

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This week's Despatch offers a sharp warning to the Conservative Party from inside the tent. Former Tory candidate William Wellesley argues that the answer to Reform UK’s rise isn’t mimicry — it’s honesty. In a measured but damning critique, Wellesley calls out decades of spin, soundbites and shallow promises from across the political spectrum — and urges the Tories to break the cycle. Only by confronting hard truths, he argues, can the party survive and serve. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Border Lines: Can Labour’s Migration Gamble Pay Off? 30:06

27 днів тому30:06

30:06

Karl Williams of the Centre for Policy Studies and economist Julian Jessop take a clear-eyed look at the politics and economics of migration. Two decades ago, the UK opened its doors to eastern Europe. A modest prediction of 13,000 arrivals became 1.5 million — a shift that continues to shape British politics. Now, with Reform UK on the rise, Labour is gambling that stricter immigration controls will steady the ship. But is it a calculated correction — or a political trap? Meanwhile, as Keir Starmer welcomes EU leaders to London, Downing Street promises a deal for growth, jobs and border security. But beyond the soundbites, what does a post-Brexit success story really look like? Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Bordering on Failure – Is Labour Serious About Reform? 8:37

4 weeks тому8:37

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In this week’s Despatch, Karl Williams of the Centre for Policy Studies unpacks Labour’s long-awaited immigration white paper — and asks whether anything’s really changed. From sky-high net migration targets to fudged visa reforms and a rebrand of the widely abused ‘shortage occupation’ list, Labour’s plans are long on rhetoric but risk being short on action. Worse still, the numbers show that even now, the UK’s immigration model remains historically unprecedented, economically unsustainable, and politically combustible. Will Labour’s technocratic tinkering bring about genuine reform — or is it just more of the same? This is a clear-eyed look at the promises, the policy and the political price of failure. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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In Conversation: Fraser Nelson, Richard Reeves and Nicholas Eberstadt 36:24

5 weeks тому36:24

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For the first time in modern British history, young men are now more likely than young women to be out of education, employment or training. It’s a trend mirrored across the Atlantic — and it raises a stark question: are boys and men being left behind? In this special edition, we bring you a timely conversation exploring the data, the causes, and the political consequences of male economic decline. Richard Reeves, President of the American Institute for Boys and Men and author of ‘Of Boys and Men’, joins leading demographer Nicholas Eberstadt, author of ‘Men Without Work’, in a conversation chaired by The Times columnist Fraser Nelson — recorded live with the Centre for Policy Studies in London. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Ignore the doubters, more trade with India is win-win 7:00

5 weeks тому7:00

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Harry Phibbs takes a scalpel to Britain’s new free trade deal with India. Is it a triumph for post-Brexit Britain — slashing tariffs, boosting growth, and bringing down prices? Or does the small print on visas and taxes muddy the waters? From trade triumphs to immigration tensions, Phibbs unpacks the political spin and the economic reality — and explains why, despite the noise, this deal matters. Despatch brings you the best writing from CapX, the unmissable daily briefing on politics and economics from the heart of Westminster. Don't miss the next edition of our podcast, The Capitalist, this Tuesday. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Special Edition: From Gridlock to Growth 17:37

6 weeks тому17:37

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In this special Bank Holiday edition, Marc Sidwell is joined by Dr Lawrence Newport from the Looking for Growth campaign for a sharp and solutions-focused conversation on how to reignite Britain’s economic engine. From planning delays to regulatory sprawl, we examine the blockages stalling national progress — and lay out a bold vision to get Britain building again. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Wake up Tories, Reform are on the march 5:38

6 weeks тому5:38

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The by-election in Runcorn & Helsby has sent shockwaves through Westminster — not because Reform UK squeaked to victory, but because what once looked like a protest vote now smells like a political realignment. In this special weekend Despatch, Conservative Home's Henry Hill unpacks why Reform’s close win changes the narrative, and why the Tories are running out of excuses. Is Nigel Farage building a right-wing version of the Lib Dems? Could Reform become an entrenched force in post-industrial Britain? And does Robert Jenrick have what it takes to hold the Conservative Party together? Brace yourself — the electoral map is shifting. And this might just be the beginning. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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From Beijing to Bangalore: A New Economic Order? 28:40

7 weeks тому28:40

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As Chancellor Rachel Reeves treads a delicate path in Washington, Britain finds itself caught between diplomacy and hard economics — will tariff relief be enough to steady the ship? Meanwhile, Apple’s dramatic pivot to India signals just how deeply Trump’s sweeping trade war is reshaping global business. Could a world less reliant on Beijing ultimately emerge stronger — or simply more fragmented? And with the IMF slashing global growth forecasts, are we witnessing the first signs of a smaller, slower, more isolated future? CapX’s deputy editor Joseph Dinnage is joined by James Boys from UCL and commentator Matthew Stadlen to map the risks, the opportunities, and the new world order taking shape. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: From Stronghold to Shaky Ground 4:48

7 weeks тому4:48

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Runcorn and Helsby has been Labour’s turf for decades — but the ground is shifting, and Reform UK can smell blood. In this week’s edition of Despatch, Gawain Towler — former director of communications for Reform UK — takes us inside the Cheshire constituency where poverty is entrenched, campaigning is curiously absent, and Keir Starmer’s team seems strangely quiet. Why is Labour pulling its punches in its 16th safest seat? What is Morgan McSweeney really playing at? And could Nigel Farage’s insurgents turn a protest vote into a political earthquake? Despatch unpacks how this by-election could be the first domino in a collapse of Labour’s red wall. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Global Growth Is Faltering — Can Britain Sprint Ahead? 31:36

8 weeks тому31:36

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Is Britain ready to outpace a stalling global economy? As fresh figures show growth grinding to a halt, The Capitalist asks whether the UK can still carve a bold new path forward. With Chancellor Rachel Reeves heading to Washington, is a transatlantic trade deal within reach — or is Britain about to be caught in a clash of superpowers? Plus: nationalisation is back on the table, but can state control really rescue British steel? Economist Cornelia Meyer and Conservative Home’s Harry Phibbs unpack the pressures, posturing, and political gambits shaping the world economy. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Steel Trap — Why Nationalisation Won't Work 5:55

8 weeks тому5:55

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Harry Phibbs asks a pointed question in this week's Despatch: if nationalisation has failed before, why are we doing it again? With Parliament recalled for an emergency Saturday sitting to save British Steel, the political consensus was deafening — and expensive. But is this really a matter of national security, or just another costly round of state interference dressed in patriotic clothing? From HS2 to Net Zero, Phibbs argues that consensus is the real danger — and nationalised steel is the latest case in point. Tune in for a sharp-eyed look at Britain’s industrial nostalgia, and why we should all be watching our wallets. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Economic Nostalgia vs. the Hard Work of Growth 33:48

9 weeks тому33:48

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A dramatic Saturday recall of Parliament delivers a last-minute reprieve for British Steel — but is it a genuine industrial strategy, or just another short-term fix? Meanwhile in Washington, President Trump promised to revive American manufacturing. But can you really rebuild the past — or is this economic cosplay doomed to fail? Broadcaster Albie Amankona and the IEA’s Daniel Freeman join CapX’s Marc Sidwell to ask a vital question — can Britain resist the noise and rediscover the quiet power of centre-right pragmatism? Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: No Growth, No Progress 7:13

9 weeks тому7:13

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Britain isn’t broken — but it is stuck. In this urgent Despatch, Julia Willemyns, co-founder of the Centre for British Progress, makes the case for boldness over drift. Why has growth stalled? Why does everything feel harder, slower, smaller than it should? And why have both Left and Right abandoned the ambition to build? With sharp insight and a rallying cry for change, Willemyns lays out a compelling vision: one that trades bureaucracy for dynamism, timidity for courage, and economic stagnation for social progress. If Britain wants to lead again, it has to learn how to build again. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Backlash Economics: When Policy Meets Pocketbooks 33:39

10 weeks тому33:39

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What happens when the world’s biggest economy slams the brakes on global trade? In just weeks, Donald Trump’s tariff blitz has shattered decades of US-led liberalisation — and the fallout is only just beginning. As prices creep higher and wallets tighten, will the political backlash bite harder than the economic one? And in the UK, could fiscal fear turn into fiscal flair? CapX editor Marc Sidwell is joined by the IEA’s Reem Ibrahim and Dominic Pino of the National Review Institute to explore whether this era of upheaval might just offer the chance to rewrite the economic rulebook. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Mel Stride, Robert Colvile, David Miles and Alys Denby 33:49

10 weeks тому33:49

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Rachel Reeves entered her first Budget with a familiar refrain—blaming the Conservatives for the difficult choices ahead. But now, the focus has shifted to her own decisions, particularly the impact of tax rises on business confidence, jobs, and growth. Can her latest fiscal measures break Britain free from economic stagnation, or have they only deepened the challenge? CapX Editor-in-Chief Robert Colvile leads a live discussion with Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride, David Miles from the OBR Budget Responsibility Committee, and Alys Denby, Opinion and Features Editor at City AM. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Regulation Nation: Why Britain is Losing Its Best and Brightest 29:29

11 weeks тому29:29

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Rachel Reeves envisions Britain as a “defence industrial superpower” — but does the industry exist to match the ambition? Meanwhile, London eyes Brussels for a reset, with hopes that closer ties could unlock growth. And amid high taxes and tight regulation, is Britain’s economic model locked in for good? Marc Sidwell is joined by Julian Jessop and Maxwell Marlow to dissect the latest political currents and market shifts. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: Our Growth Problem is a Productivity Crisis 6:02

11 weeks тому6:02

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Britain is spending more than ever—but getting less. Public debt is soaring, growth is non-existent, and dissatisfaction with public services has never been higher. The government talks tough on cuts, but the real crisis is deeper: a bloated state that punishes efficiency and rewards failure. The one word no politician dares to take seriously? Productivity. If public sector performance matched the private sector, we’d unlock £100bn a year—no tax hikes, no cuts, just better government. So why isn’t it happening? And who, if anyone, has the courage to fix it? Listen now to Tim Knox's diagnosis of Britain's great stagnation—and what we can do about it. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Special Edition: Spring Statement Slashes Growth 25:13

12 weeks тому25:13

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A reality check for Britain’s economy? Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement reveals growth forecasts have been slashed in half. Can Labour still deliver on its economic pledges? City AM’s Alys Denby weighs in. Plus: a bold call for reform from Andrew Griffith, Shadow Secretary for Business and Trade, as he sets out his vision following the latest Looking for Growth policy summit. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: A Message from Kemi Badenoch 11:00

12 weeks тому11:00

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Kemi Badenoch’s political journey was shaped by first-hand experience of government overreach and the stifling effects of socialism. In this special Despatch, the Conservative leader delivers a powerful speech on the values that brought her into politics—and the lessons she’s drawn from Margaret Thatcher. Her message? Real change demands courage, conviction, and an unwavering commitment to doing what is right. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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George Osborne, Robert Colvile, and Professor Sir Niall Ferguson 59:27

13 weeks тому59:27

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As Britain reflects on 50 years since Margaret Thatcher took the helm of the Conservative Party, the outlook for free-market thinking—and a dynamic economy—has rarely seemed so uncertain. In this special edition, CapX Editor-in-Chief Robert Colvile is joined by former Chancellor George Osborne and Professor Sir Niall Ferguson of the Hoover Institution to chart a course for the party’s future. Recorded live at the Margaret Thatcher Conference, this episode is presented in partnership with the Centre for Policy Studies. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: CANZUK vs. the World — The Case for a Fourth Global Power 5:34

13 weeks тому5:34

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As the world shifts and alliances evolve, could a partnership between Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK form a Fourth Global Power? While CANZUK wouldn’t rival the US militarily, its collective strength would command the kind of respect that Washington—especially under leaders like Trump—reserves for serious players. With global instability on the rise, the economist Andrew Lilico asks whether it's time to make this alliance official. Despatch is a fresh addition to The Capitalist , bringing you the sharpest insights from CapX’s daily bulletins. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Tough Talk, Weak Results: How Tariffs and Moscow Hurt the US 26:32

14 weeks тому26:32

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With US support for Ukraine waning, can Europe step up before the situation spirals? Plus, are Trump’s tariffs making Washington a volatile trading partner? And what lessons could the UK take from Texas on prison reform? CapX's editor Marc Sidwell is joined by Frances Lasok from the Conservative Policy Forum and Conservative Home’s Harry Phibbs to unpack the latest political currents and market movements. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Despatch: The Age of Unknowns 7:07

14 weeks тому7:07

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As Trump humiliates Zelensky, has Washington quietly decided to switch sides? In this Despatch, Bruce Anderson dissects a moment of historic uncertainty—one that rivals the upheaval of the post-Pearl Harbor years. With Europe forced to rethink its reliance on US protection and negotiations with Moscow looming, what comes next for Ukraine, NATO, and the global balance of power? Despatch is a fresh addition to The Capitalist, bringing you the best writing from CapX's unmissable daily email briefings. Stay informed with CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster. Go to capx.co to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Washington’s New Best Friend? Trump, Putin, and the Future of Ukraine 31:06

15 weeks тому31:06