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LBC presenter Iain Dale and former Labour Home Secretary Jacqui Smith untangle the world of politics and media. Expect plenty of jokey banter and informed speculation.
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444. Trussed Up

444. Trussed Up

2024-04-1901:04:36

Iain and Jacqui discuss Iain's interview with Liz Truss, the Iranian attack on Israel, Angela Rayner, freedom of movement, the smoking ban policy, Mark Menzies and loads more! Smut quota: Graham needn't worry too much.
Iain and Jacqui explain the process of calling an election - and what happens next!Also, questions on new parliamentary candidates, banning smartphones for children, Owen Jones leaving the Labour Party and more.
442. Dirndl and Lederhosen

442. Dirndl and Lederhosen

2024-04-1201:04:17

Iain and Jacqui discuss Labour going after tax dodgers, William Wragg, Cameron paying Trump a visit, protesters outside Starmer's house, whether Angela Rayner's in danger, Harold Wilson's affair and loads more. Smut quota: Middling.
441. Renowned Banker

441. Renowned Banker

2024-04-0501:19:23

Iain and Jacqui discuss aid workers killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza, calls for arms sales to cease, a new MRP poll looking bad for the Tories, Iain's new job, a change to the format, 25 years of the minimum wage, ID cards, a naughty Cross Question moment, the Michael Jackson musical and lots more besides. Smut quota: Largely decent.
440. Short but Sweet

440. Short but Sweet

2024-03-2955:12

Iain Dale and Jacqui Smith rejoice in the afterglow of their Dublin show as they discuss the week’s news, including the possibility of Johnny Mercer being jailed, the failures of Michael Gove as Housing Secretary, the pensions triple lock. The England football shirt and the NHS British Social Attitudes Survey. Smut quota: Zero
Iain and Jacqui enjoyed a lovely weekend in Ireland’s capital, which culminated in a near sellout ‘For the Many Live! At the Laughter Lounge comedy club. The resignation of Leo Varadkar as Taoiseach provided the ideal background to the show and they were delighted that the Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe, and mentioned as a possible successor to Varadkar, joined them as their special guest. Iain tested Jacqui on her knowledge about Ireland, its history and politics and they talked woth Paschal about the latest trends in Irish politics, the EU and his interest in UK politics. All in all, a fabukous evening in front of a brilliantly engaged audience. Jacqui and Iain are already planning another event in Dublin in 2026! Smut quota: Zero.Get your tickets for future For the Many Live shows in Fowey, Cambridge and Brighton at www.forthemany.live
Iain and Jacqui discuss plots against the PM, Rachel Reeves's pitch to businesses and whether everybody loves Thatcher, Putin's electoral 'victory', Ed Balls vs Quentin Letts, Vaughan Gething becoming the new Welsh first minister, whether all-male clubs are wrong - and loads more besides. Smut quota: Reasonable.
437. Blowing Bubbles

437. Blowing Bubbles

2024-03-1502:04:51

Iain and Jacqui discuss the racism row around Tory donor Frank Hester, redefining extremism, MPs getting a pay rise, the Princess of Wales's photoshopping, Theresa May stepping away, the Red Lion reopening and loads more besides. Smut quota: Wild in parts.
436. Fiscal Drag Queen

436. Fiscal Drag Queen

2024-03-0801:40:57

Iain and Jacqui discuss when the next election will be (could it be May?!), the Budget, Jacqui's travels, Carolyn and Caroline, Super Tuesday, Michelle Donelan's libel case, Mandelson fat-shaming Starmer, Celebrity Big Brother, the end of TalkTV and Sunak reorganising the dishwasher. Smut quota: Middling.
435. Peggy Lee

435. Peggy Lee

2024-03-0101:43:56

Caroline Flint sits in whilst Jacqui continues her sojourn. Iain and Caroline discuss Islamophobia in the Conservative Party, whether Speaker Hoyle is in trouble, the Rochdale by-election, Angela Rayner's housing, Bruce Springsteen, Lee Anderson, prisons, election presenters and much more besides. Smut quota: Outrageous from the start. Those of a sensitive disposition should skip to 9 minutes in.
434. I Want Something Bigger

434. I Want Something Bigger

2024-02-2302:18:281

Carolyn Quinn sits in whilst Jacqui wanders around India. Iain and Carolyn discuss the bedeviled Mr Speaker, Prince William speaking out on Gaza, the formidable Yulia Navalnaya, photo shoots, Cuba, Tom Baldwin's book on Starmer and loads else. Smut quota: Mucha diversión.
Iain and Jacqui discuss Labour's tricky week, the recession, Trump sounding off about NATO, Piers Morgan moving to YouTube, the sad death of Steve Wright, Republicans vs Lord Cameron, protests outside MPs' homes, Valentine's Day and chocolate appendages. And our pair get interviewed by Radio Ulster live on the podcast! Smut quota: Ample.
432. Down The Plug Hole

432. Down The Plug Hole

2024-02-0901:59:21

Iain and Jacqui discuss Labour's u-turn on green investment, Sunak getting into hot water at PMQs, Liz Truss and the PopCons, the dental crisis, Jacqui's row with a broadcaster, another political podcast on the scene, Biden's gaffes and loads more besides. Smut quota: Off the scale!SPOILER WARNING: The movie Saltburn is discussed in graphic detail.
431. Political 'Movements'

431. Political 'Movements'

2024-02-0202:09:35

Iain and Jacqui discuss Labour's position on banker bonuses, Iceland's Richard Walker abandoning the Tories, the Northern Ireland deal, Biden's foreign policy, safety of MPs after Mike Freer steps back, Paul Waugh, the UNRWA and sweary politicians. Smut quota: F****** s**********.
Iain and Jacqui discuss Sir Simon Clarke sniping at the PM, what happens in Westminster if Trump returns, Jacqui's spat with Carol Vorderman, measles on the rise, conscription and Sarah Champion's campaign to free the lemurs. Smut quota: Like a sunny afternoon at Chester Zoo.
429. Man with a Plan

429. Man with a Plan

2024-01-1901:20:223

Iain and Jacqui discuss Rishi Sunak's victory over Rwanda (but will it be short-lived?), the resignation of 30p Lee, Trump winning in Iowa, Iain's eyes, Davos, taxes vs borrowing, Rishi Sunak's style, banning Hizb ut-Tahrir and lots more. Smut quota: California Dreamin'.
428. Justice Prevails

428. Justice Prevails

2024-01-1201:58:58

Iain and Jacqui discuss the Post Office scandal and the exoneration of the victims, Jacqui's glucose levels, upcoming elections, dog whistle politics, the very young French PM, Joey Barton's comments online, Iain getting certain signals on a train and loads more. Smut quota: Middling.
Even more brilliant bits from For The Many in 2023. Lots of fun, lots of politics, lots of innuendo. All the stuff you need to start your year with a bang... so to speak!
Iain and Jacqui run through their picks for the famed For The Many Awards for 2023. Sit down, get the popcorn out and strap in!
Some of the choicest morsels from the year that was 2023. Iain and Jacqui discuss a whole host of topics. There are laughs, tears and plenty of smut. Do enjoy!
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Comments (40)

Steve Pollock

Ageee with Nick ,dreadful episode

Nov 7th
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Nick Flavell

switched off after 30 mins, this person speaks so condescendingly to Ian

Nov 5th
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Rhod Armstrong

Comedians liked question. Several named straight away and them oh 'some of the women'...Good to hear Rachel still needs her gender identified. Equality not quite here yet😄

Nov 13th
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Mandy Bentley Howard

you've been missed! as lovely as it's been to have new opinions...brilliant job...but I've missed Auntie Jacqui and Uncle Iain ..thanks for all you do...obviously x

Sep 3rd
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Mandy Bentley Howard

please guys! I've been lucky enough To go away on holiday, what with being a lady of a certain age hadn't downloaded or listened to your recent podcasts! until I returned home!, saw your header and worried our Jacqui had finally had enough and done one literally! It was with huge relief that you are still with us! I give you the oblicatory "thanks for all that you do" look forward to more of your chit and chat, Dale your OK too, keep it up both of you!

May 8th
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Jason Lamont

Brilliant, you’re right, the idea of Rory Stewart talking about w*nking is not good! (Especially as he was at Eton)

Apr 26th
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michael moore

Not always factually correct but worth a listen.

Mar 27th
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Michael Klas

Anyone else bored with the ad for this podcast on James O'Brien's podcast? I'm talking about the ad about Angela Rayner? I see there are 300+ episodes but this specific excerpt about her is repeated to no end...makes me wonder if this podcast is really "For the Many" or more for the mythical 52%

Jan 26th
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Ellie

is it just me or is Iain talking really really fast on this episode?!!!

Sep 3rd
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lee brookfield

could only listen to half the Pod, the chewing whilst talking and lip smacking was so off putting and annoying it actually made me angry. impossible to listen to theses days with thus going on. used to be better quality, am uninstalling from my subscriptions now. just no regard as to how they sound, terribly bad.

Jul 31st
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Mandy Bentley Howard

love you both! keep up the naughtiness..makes me smile, politics, current affairs, you've got it! thank you, I speak from my bed with a sleepy husband that's still to discover podcasts...said the wife that has to watch 24/7 news that drives me mad (because he loves it ) please carry on!

Feb 21st
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Alan Gaunt

great show

Jan 10th
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Gary R

excellent podcasts I look forward to hearing them every week.

Dec 5th
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Kirsten Farr

my favourite political podcast, who'd have thought two people on the opposite side of the political spectrum could make a fun filled. occasionally smutty podcast

Nov 16th
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Ellie

was quite upset listening to this. not only did it not pay respect or reference to the Police Officer that was shot but there was reference to Iain carrying live ammunition. I understand if the podcast was recorded in advance of Friday's terrible tragedy but think this should have been rectified before broadcast. Disappointing also usually enjoy the podcast

Sep 26th
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lee brookfield

Is it just me or does Jacquie Smith sound like Muttley when she laughs, does that make Iain Dick Dastardly ?

Jul 16th
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Gary R

Brilliant as usual 👏👏🤣

May 9th
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Christine Wright

I enjoyed this, as always. But it kept jumping back 30 seconds or so - numerous times. Congratulations from overcoming the technical issues and broadcasting from home! Interesting to have Iain in my left ear phone and Jacquie in my right.

Mar 29th
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FM Pepe

please tell Jackie not to eat on the podcast. now I know what she sounds like giving a blow job. disgusting ! 😜

Dec 8th
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Lorraine Bridges

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Sep 28th
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