483. The Future of British Politics, How The World Order Is Changing, and The Power of History

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  • 31 December 2025

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What does this year look like for the future of British politics? How is the global order going to be reshaped? And will the power of historical narratives become even stronger this year?


Listen as Rory and Alastair answer these questions and more.


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