Will Andy Burnham represent a genuine change from Keir Starmer? How much has the hunt for the click changed British media? Do politicians behave differently when they’re off-mic? Is this week’s episode, Zack Polanski speaks to broadcaster and author, Iain Dale. 1:01 Why did Iain Dale decide to write an autobiography? 3:13 How difficult is it to write about one’s own personal life? 9:44 What was it like living through Section 28? 17:49 Why should we debate people we disagree with? 20:50 Is the BBC past its prime? 22:26 How much has the hunt for the click changed the media landscape? 28:30 As a broadcaster, how important is it to highlight news people aren’t aware of? 33:45 How often will an LBC phone-in change Iain’s mind? 35:50 Do politicians behave differently when they’re off-mic? 40:05 Are politicians often sticking to lines to protect vested interests? 43:02 What’s wrong with our economy? 47:50 Are politicians who have experience running businesses more effective? 48:36 Does Andy Burnham represent a genuine change from Keir Starmer? 51:20 How can we restore decency to British political discourse? _____ What's your bold idea? Bring it to life with Crowdfunder: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/bold?utm_source=boldpolitics&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=cf_boldpolitics_youtube _____ Pre-order the new book, Hope Is Here now. Email: zack@boldpolitics.co.uk