Ipsos in the UK Podcast

The GLP-1 revolution is about far more than weight loss.It's reshaping how consumers think about their health, appearance, and personal potential. For many, weight loss is just the beginning of a broader transformation journey, one that increasingly spans nutrition, fitness, skin health, and aesthetics.This episode is hosted by Marie Bennett, Senior Client Director for Healthcare UK at Ipsos, in conversation with Dr. Heather Muir, Medical Aesthetics Expert, Trainer, and Founder of Skin Sculpt Skincare.Together, they explore how GLP-1s are blurring the traditional boundaries between healthcare, wellness, and aesthetics. As consumers achieve significant physical changes, many are becoming more engaged in optimizing every aspect of their wellbeing and appearance, creating entirely new patient journeys and accelerating innovation across the aesthetics industry.The real opportunity isn't a weight-loss market, it's the emergence of a transformation economy where wellness, longevity, and aesthetics converge around a single objective: helping people become the best version of themselves.The GLP-1 revolution is about far more than weight loss.It's reshaping how consumers think about their health, appearance, and personal potential. For many, weight loss is just the beginning of a broader transformation journey, one that increasingly spans nutrition, fitness, skin health, and aesthetics.This episode is hosted by Marie Bennett, Senior Client Director for Healthcare UK at Ipsos, in conversation with Dr. Heather Muir, Medical Aesthetics Expert, Trainer, and Founder of Skin Sculpt Skincare.Together, they explore how GLP-1s are blurring the traditional boundaries between healthcare, wellness, and aesthetics. As consumers achieve significant physical changes, many are becoming more engaged in optimizing every aspect of their wellbeing and appearance, creating entirely new patient journeys and accelerating innovation across the aesthetics industry.The real opportunity isn't a weight-loss market, it's the emergence of a transformation economy where wellness, longevity, and aesthetics converge around a single objective: helping people become the best version of themselves.

In this episode, Ipsos' Alyssa Rowan sits down with David Bateson and Professor Fiona Gilbert to explore cutting-edge advancements in oncology. We dive into how artificial intelligence and innovative screening methods are reshaping early cancer detection and improving patient outcomes.We also discuss the importance of proactive risk stratification and predicting treatment responses, as well as the challenges of implementing these ground breaking technologies and the necessary steps to ensure they are accessible and equitable for all.

On World Obesity Day: we’ve built the on-ramp to anti-obesity medications - but is what comes next an off-ramp or a cliff?Anna Meadows is joined by Professor Naveed Sattar in the latest episode of The Big Picture Podcast to explore what happens when treatment stops and whether the behavioural support around GLP-1s is strong enough to make weight loss durable. From reduced ‘food noise’ and the window for behaviour change, to the realities of living in an obesogenic environment, this conversation explores what it really takes to make weight loss last and why rapid regain matters for patients and health systems alike.

Helen Bennis, Senior Director at Ipsos chats with Dr Stephanie Anne Baker, Reader at City University of London whose research focuses on how rumours, false, and misleading information travels online with a particular focus on health and wellness, and, Dr Camilla Stokholm, GP and author of ‘What your doctor eats’. In this second of the two part series they discuss: - What harm inaccurate, unethical and unregulated health information can cause - How to identity trusted sources (and those masquerading as trusted sources) - Why everyone should be evaluating their information diet (and how to do that).

Helen Bennis, Senior Director at Ipsos, chats with Dr Stephanie Anne Baker, whose research focuses on how rumours, false, and misleading information travels online with a particular focus on health and wellness, and, Dr Camilla Stokholm, GP and author of ‘What your doctor eats’. In the first of two parts they discuss:The profound benefit accurate and well-intentioned online health information can have on peoples’ lives, using Dr Camilla Stockholm’s personal experience as an ‘accidental influencer’The reasons why we have seen a proliferation of online mis / dis information in recent yearsThe strategies employed to gain trust online and how this has changed over time

Obesity care in the US is in the midst of a true transformation — one that’s redefining science, access, and the patient experience.In the latest episode of Obesity: The Big Picture Podcast, Jackie Ilacqua, President of Syndicated Healthcare Research at Ipsos, is joined by two of the leading voices in obesity and metabolic research — Dr. Donna Ryan and Professor David Allison — to explore how innovation, access, and trust are redefining what effective obesity care looks like today.From breakthrough therapies and expanding Medicare coverage to the emerging understanding of “food noise” and the challenge of public trust, this episode unpacks the forces driving this new era of care.But as access to GLP-1 therapies grows, important questions remain: Who’s being left out, and why? How do we ensure that innovation doesn’t widen existing gaps in care and equity?Tune in to 'Spotlight on the US Obesity Care Revolution' to hear how science, policy, and people are converging to shape the next chapter of obesity treatment in America.

Real world evidence is changing the healthcare landscape, but what does it mean in practicality for chronic diseases like obesity? In this episode of Obesity: The Big Picture podcast, host Ramota Alaran, Associate Director of Real-World Evidence at Ipsos, sits down with independent consultant Madhu Kubra (formerly Global Director at Otsuka and GSK) to unpack how real-world evidence (RWE) is transforming obesity research, care, and policy.From integrated evidence planning to the utilisation of the patient voice in RWE studies, this episodes tackles the types of real world data that can be used to address the obesity crisis and what regulators need to be considering.Want to learn more? Register today to join us at our RWE event, 30 October: https://www.ipsos.com/en-uk/amplifying-patient-voice-real-world-evidence

What happens when breakthrough drugs collide with outdated systems of access?In this episode, Ipsos' Kiran Khepar and Neil Grubert, Global Market Access Consultant, explore the friction between innovation and access, and what it means for the future of healthcare systems.GLP-1 therapies are redefining what’s possible in obesity treatment, but reimbursement pathways haven’t caught up. From out-of-pocket models to public payer resistance, we’re unpacking how market dynamics are shaping who really gets treated and who’s left behind.

Obesity isn't just a number on a scale – it's a complex, chronic condition that demands long-term, system-wide change.In this episode, Ipsos' Melissa Moodley and Anthony Cunliffe, Macmillan National Lead Medical Adviser, dive into what the UK Government’s 10-Year Plan for Health means for primary care, how we can reshape obesity care at the frontline, and what it takes to build a health service fit for the future.From early intervention and stigma reduction to team-based models and real-world evidence, this episode brings the policy to life through practical insights.

Listen to Ipsos' Brooke Ramsdale and Sarah Le Brocq, Director, All About Obesity, discuss the lived realities of people with obesity, offering real-world insights into how they navigate the evolving treatment landscape. They explore the everyday challenges encounter in accessing comprehensive care and confronting societal perceptions, alongside aspirations for a future where obesity is understood and treated with empathy, equity, and genuine innovation.

Listen to Thomas Fife-Schaw and Nick Gabery Adams, former VP of Corporate Brand at Novo Nordisk, discuss how GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing the pharmaceutical landscape. From reshaping corporate reputation, to boosting investor confidence, discover how these drugs are rewriting the rules for pharma brands.

Over a billion people globally are living with obesity, but its status as a ‘disease’ and available solutions have often been contentious.When the market for obesity drugs is projected to hit $100 billion by 2030, what will be the impact for patients, payers, healthcare professionals, and industries beyond healthcare?Listen to Melissa Moodley and Dr. Stuart W. Flint, Associate Professor at the University of Leeds, as they explore some of the trends and latest views on obesity treatment, such as the onus on patients to manage their own obesity, the possibility of preventative care, government focus and the effect of celebrity on GLP-1 uptake.

Keiran, Holly and Cameron take you through our latest polls, discussing the US Election, Kemi Badenoch's first ratings, how Starmer is polling and Reform UK. 00:00- Intro 00:55 - The US Election & British politics 07:03 - Kemi Badenoch 13:00 - Keir Starmer & the Budget 18:49 - Reform UK and Farage #Budget #RachelReeves #keirstarmer #labourparty #conservativeparty #polling #toryleadership #ukpolitics #taxes #generalelection2024 #ukparliament #parliament #westminster #whitehall #unitedkingdom #Farage #Reform #USAElection2024

Keiran and Holly are joined by Stephen Bush, Associate Editor and Columnist at the Financial Times, and discuss our latest polls showing Starmer's unfavorability at an all-time high, why this might be happening and question, how much does this matter at this stage?   The trio also look ahead to the Labour Conference and speculate on what we might expect to see.    Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++   Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos @keiranpedley   Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos @HollyDay1993   Stephen Bush, Associate Editor and Columnist, The Financial Times @stephenkb

Rachel Reeves gave a statement last week talking about a black home in the books following Labour's election win in July, and there is intense public and political debate in Westminster and beyond about what happens next. Discussing all this and our latest Political Monitor - published by the Evening Standard - Keiran, Holly and Cameron take you through our latest polls, Starmer's satisfaction ratings and the economic challenges facing Rachel Reeves. 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Keir Starmer's first satisfaction ratings as Prime Minister 08:38 - Economic challenges facing Rachel Reeves 12:55 - What the public think about taxes 17:51 - Looking ahead - The US elections & the Tory leadership contest #budget #RachelReeves #KeirStarmer #LabourParty #ConservativeParty 'Polling #ToryLeadership #UKPolitics #Taxes #GeneralElection2024 #UKParliament #Parliament #Westminster #Whitehall #UnitedKingdom

Special episode! Holly, Lily and LaShanda, the people behind The People Behind the Polls, take you through this fascinating study we conducted during the election. For the study, we followed voters from all across the country for the duration of the General Election campaign to understand their views on the parties, politicians and policies. The trio discuss the headline learnings from this study and talk through the benefits of conducting this type of research. #Politics #GE2024 #DeliberativeResearch #Voters #Election #Polling

Keiran and Holly take you through our post-election polling, which looks at how the public feel about the #GE2024 result. Are the public pleased or frustrated? Were Britons surprised by the Labour landslide? Do the public feel favourable towards Keir Starmer? Listen to find out! #Podcast #Politics #GE2024 #GeneralElection #KeirStarmer #UKPolitics #Polling

Holly Day is joined by Professor Jane Green, Director of Nuffield College and President of the British Polling Council, to get Jane's expert opinion on the state of the race, her analysis of the polls and her take on the #GE2024 election campaign.

Our latest voting intention poll explained. The team deep dive into our new #GE2024 polling, discussing the Conservative's lowest vote share event, dissatisfaction with Sunak and Starmer, and much more.

Scottish take over! Cameron is joined by Rachel and Emily from Ipsos' Scotland team to discuss our first Scottish voting intention poll. With the SNP and Labour neck and neck, the discussion focuses on what these numbers tell us, the role tactical voting might play in this election, which issues matter most to Scottish voters, and much more. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to data with Politics Talk and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts.

Voting intentions, debates & football... The Politics Talk team cover it all. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts!

Following Nigel Farage's announcement this afternoon, that he will be standing in Clacton at this election and taking the position as leader of the Reform party, the Politics Talk trio take you through our polling on Reform and the other parties, and consider how this shock announcement might impact the polls. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk wherever you get your podcasts.

The Politics Talk team got up especially early this morning to provide you with their reactions to the shock announcement from Rishi Sunak yesterday of a July General Election! They chat through why Sunak might have made this decision, how this impacts Reform and what this might mean for the polls.   This was recorded at 8:45am, prior to Nigel Farage's announcement this morning.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_   Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

In this special 2-parter, Keiran is joined by Sir John Curtice to hear his reaction to the results of the myriad of elections held last week, and then joined by the rest of the Politics Talk team, Holly and Cameron, to further analyse the results and consider what this all means for the rest of the year. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Sir John Curtice Professor of Politics at Strathclyde University Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Keiran and Holly provide a snap reaction to the local elections yesterday, the Blackpool South by-election, and discuss the mayoral elections. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

With Humza Yousaf's resignation this week, we called on Kezia Dugdale, former MSP & Scottish Labour leader, and our brilliant colleagues in Scotland, Rachel Ormston and Emily Gray, to discuss what happens next, what this all means for the other parties and what impact this will have on the question of Scottish independence. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Kezia Dugdale, Professor, University of Glasgow @kezdugdale Rachel Ormston, Research Director, Ipsos, Scotland [email protected] @rachelormston Emily Gray, Managing Director, Ipsos, Scotland [email protected] @EmilyIpsosScot

Recording breaking figures… again! Cameron and Holly take you through our latest Political Monitor data which has yet again broken Ipsos records on voting intention - with the Conservatives at 19%. The duo discuss slumping satisfaction for both Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer, who might be best placed to take advantage and public opinion on an election and leadership challenges.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_   Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Holly and Keiran are joined by Sunder Katwala, Director of British Future to discuss all things immigration.   They delve into newly published data on public attitudes towards immigration and analyse specific immigration policies, sharing their thoughts on what's to come.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++   Sunder Katwala, Director, British Future @sundersays   Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Holly, Keiran and Cameron take a deep dive into the new budget, walking you through the headlines and reactions, and chatting about how this could change the way political parties talk this year. They also take a good look at our latest numbers on tax, chatting about what the everyday person really cares about when it comes to spending and tax cuts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Emergency podcast - we've gone viral!   Our polls have been hitting the headlines so the Politics Talk team have jumped on to chat about our popular new polling.   This morning's Political Monitor gives the Conservatives a vote share of 20% - the lowest Conservative vote share we've ever seen at Ipsos (which we started in 1978!).   Keiran, Cameron and Holly deep dive into these results and share their expert analysis on what this might all mean.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++   Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_   Holly Day, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Holly and Cameron take you through all the craziness that's been going on in British politics over the last few weeks. They cover the Lindsay Hoyle controversy, Starmer's popularity, rival podcasts and more!   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Torsten Bell joins Keiran for the first Politics Talk deep dive. In these deep dive episodes, Keiran will be joined by an expert to dissect a key issue, discussion or challenge ahead of the next general election.   Ahead of the budget on the 6th March, Keiran and Torsten consider what key issues the Chancellor might be grappling with, the big challenges facing the UK economy and the issues Labour will be grappling with in opposition.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++   Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Torsten Bell, Chief Executive, Resolution Foundation @TorstenBell

How did support for same-sex marriage grow so much in a relatively short space of time? What steps did it take to have equal marriage written into law? Why is marriage equality important and what does it mean to LGBTQ+ married or engaged individuals? In our new Ipsos UK podcast, our Ipsos UK PRIDE Network colleagues Eileen Irvin, Zac Forman, Chris Hutchings and Jessica Wrage discuss the 10th anniversary of equal marriage in the UK as part of LGBTQ+ History Month. We look at Ipsos research that sheds a light on how much attitudes have changed on this issue over the years and then look at how public support drove changes to the law. Finally, the panel discusses their personal experiences of what same-sex marriage means to them to showcase why marriage equality is one of the defining moments of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Have a listen to find out why equal marriage was and remains so special.

Welcome back and happy new year from the Politics Talk team! On the first episode of the year, Keiran, Holly and Cameron look at the current state of politics and our latest polling data and consider what this could all mean for 2024. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_   Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

Ipsos Survey Research Methods Centre Podcast, with the Office for National Statistics: How can we improve Accessibility in research? (3/3) Accessibility in research is definitely improving – but how can we make our research as accessible as possible to as wide an audience as possible? On what impact does that have on our findings, and the way we do research? In the third and final part of our three-part podcast series in collaboration with the Office for National Statistics, Eileen Irvin, from Ipsos UK’s Survey Research Methods Centre, is joined by Andy McKeown and Tanya Lidstone from Ipsos to talk about their experience conducting accessible research, and the impact this has had on the research process. Andy McKeown is Chair of the Ipsos Accessibility Working Group, and Tanya Lidstone is Head of User Experience (UX) at Ipsos.

Ipsos Survey Research Methods Centre Podcast, with the Office for National Statistics: How can Agile development approaches help us to deliver better surveys? (2/3) Agile is a family of development approaches where products and services are designed in an incremental and iterative fashion. Born from the field of software development, its use has expanded to many other fields, including those of survey development and survey methodology. In the second of our three-part podcast series in collaboration with the Office for National Statistics, Tom Huskinson, head of Ipsos UK’s Survey Research Methods Centre, is joined by Ebony Armstrong and Dan Thomas from the Office of National Statistics to talk about their recently released survey development toolkit, which focusses on Agile survey development. Ebony Armstrong is a Senior Data Specialist in the Government's Data Quality Hub, and Dan Thomas is a Research Officer working in the Government Statistical Service's Harmonisation Team. The Survey Development Toolkit is available on the Government Analysis Function website: https://analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/survey-development-toolkit/

Ipsos Survey Research Methods Centre Podcast, with the Office for National Statistics: The three levels of Respondent Centred Design. (1/3) Respondent Centred Design means putting the respondent at the heart of the survey development process. But how can we adapt this approach for surveys with differing budgets and timescales? In the first of our three-part podcast series in collaboration with the Office for National Statistics, Tom Huskinson, head of Ipsos UK’s Survey Research Methods Centre, is joined by Laura Wilson and Charlie Hales from the Office of National Statistics to talk about their recently released guidance “The three levels of Respondent Centred Design (RCD)”. Laura Wilson is Principal Research Officer at the Office for National Statistics and Data Collection Lead at the UK Government Data Quality Hub. She is co-author of the 2021 book "Respondent Centred Surveys: Stop, Listen and then Design". Charlie Hales is also a Principal Research Officer at the Office for National Statistics and is Harmonisation Lead for the Government Statistical Service. Available on the Government Analysis Function website are: The three levels of Respondent Centred Design (RCD) guidance: analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/the-three-levels-of-respondent-centred-design-rcd/ Information on ‘User-Centred Design’ (UCD) and the Respondent Centred Design Framework (RCDF): analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/a-user-centred-design-approach-to-surveys/ ONS Survey Strategy Research and Development Principles (SSRDP): analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/policy-store/office-for-national-statistics-ons-survey-strategy-research-and-development-principles-ssrdp/”

We are joined by the Electoral Commission and Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust to discuss voter registration. Alex Bogdan, Research Director is joined by Phil Thompson, Head of Research at the Electoral Commission and Ellen Berry, Head of the UK Democracy Fund at the Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust. They discuss the importance of getting voters registered, the obstacles associated with registering to vote and possible solutions that could ensure more people get registered. Links mentioned in the episode: The Citizens UK campaign Democracy Classroom The Democratic Participation of Ethnic Minority and Immigrant Voters in the UK Generation Rent Unlock Democracy, Automatic Voter Registration Is it time for AVR in the UK? +++ Alex Bogdan, Research Director, Public Affairs, Ipsos, [email protected], @_AlexBogdan Phil Thompson, Head of Research, Electoral Commission Ellen Berry, Head of the UK Democracy Fund, Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust

Keiran, Holly and Cameron look back over the very eventful last 2 weeks and discuss David Cameron's return, attitudes towards immigration, the importance of parties' framing messaging and taxes.   Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd   +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos, [email protected], @keiranpedley   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos, [email protected],@CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos, [email protected], @HollyDay1993

SPECIAL EDITION: In this episode, Keiran, Trinh and Gideon provide a sneak peek into our latest Understanding Society publication. The spotlight of this year's edition is on the future of public services, a topic that promises to take centre stage in debates leading up to the General Election. Harnessing Ipsos’ comprehensive public opinion research and gleaned insights from key experts, our Public Affairs team sets out what’s next for the UK’s public services, spanning health to climate change, policing, employment, AI, and localised service delivery. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos, @keiranpedley Trinh Tu, Managing Director, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos, @TrinhIpssosUK Gideon Skinner, Head of Politics, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos, @GideonSkinner

In this special edition of our REACH podcast from Ipsos, Vrinda Bajaj talks to colleagues, Siddharth Karnataki, Harshita Malladi and Suneet Singh Puri, from India who celebrate Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas. Diwali symbolises the victory of good over evil; light over darkness and is celebrated widely across the Hindu faith—in India and other parts of the world. Additionally, Sikhs also celebrate during this festive time remembering Bandi Chhor Divas, a commemoration of when their Guru (teacher) returned home after being imprisoned. The panel discusses the history of the celebration, the stories behind it and what they symbolise and the many different variations surrounding the festive season and how people across different parts of the country and regions celebrate in their own unique ways. Have a listen to our podcast and find out more about the festivities surrounding Diwali and how it is celebrated in different ways.

On this episode, Holly and Kieran discuss a range of topics including exclusive polling we ran for The Rest is Politics podcast, what the public think about Sunak's net zero announcements and The Liberal Democrat Party Conference. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley   Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_   Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

On this episode of Politics Talk, Keiran, Cameron and Holly take stock ahead of Party Conference season, discussing where the main political parties are and the key numbers we should be looking out for. +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

In this special edition of our REACH podcast, Jessica Djourou talks to Jewish colleagues Zac Forman and Saskia Epstein-Tasgal about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and the following celebration of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of introspection and repentance that culminates in the Yom Kippur holiday. It’s a time to celebrate a New Year to come, reflect on our wrong doings and forgive those who have wronged us. The panel discusses what Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur mean to them as different Jewish people, including how they observe Passover and some of their traditions and cultural experiences during this time. Have a listen here to find out more about those Jewish holidays and how it is celebrated in different ways.

Trinh Tu Takeover! Trinh gives Keiran, Cameron and Holly a well-deserved break and takes the reins on this episode of Politics Talk. Trinh is joined by Ben Marshall, Ipsos housing expert and James Fransham, Data Journalist at The Economist. James has recently written a piece for The Economist on the Green Belt, which referenced our very own Ipsos survey. - https://econ.st/3stdKdH Trinh and Ben are joined by James to chat through his analysis, Ipsos' findings on public sentiment towards housing, and what this means for the Green Belt and housebuilding. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with Politics Talk episodes and other Ipsos content. Listen to Ipsos UK Podcast: Politics Talk, wherever you get your podcasts - http://bit.ly/3jt1INd +++ Trinh Tu, UK Managing Director, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @TrinhIpsosUK Ben Marshall, Research Director, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @BenIpsosUk James Fransham, Data Journalist, The Economist @JamesFransham

This month on The Black Collective podcast, Wunmi and Deqa take you on a captivating exploration of media representation in the first instalment of a 3 part segment titled Shades of Visibility: Unveiling Media's Representation. This dynamic segment aims to challenge the status quo and explores the complexities of media representation. From redefining blackness in the media, to questioning cancel culture, and celebrating inclusive storytelling with industry experts, these episodes are a must-listen. Join us as we unravel the true meaning of blackness in media, challenge the American-centric perspective on the topic, and uncover the power of diverse narratives. It's time to redefine representation. Tune in now and be part of the conversation. #BlackCollective #ShadesOfVisibility #MediaRepresentation #InclusiveStorytelling

On this episode of Politics Talk, Keiran, Cameron and Holly discuss the recent by-elections and what this means for the major parties, and the tradeoffs for the electorate when it comes to green policies. +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993

On this episode of Public & Society, Ipsos' Kate Duxbury and Anna Quigley are joined by Louise Ansari, Healthwatch, Tim Gardner, Health Foundation and Axel Heitmueller, Imperial College Health Partners. They discuss the current NHS model, trends and developments in the NHS over its 75 years, and what this means for the public and patients. Subscribe to our podcast and YouTube channel to stay up to date with Public & Society episodes and other Ipsos content.

On this episode of Politics Talk, Keiran, Cameron and Holly discuss Keir Starmer and the Labour Party. New Ipsos polling for the Evening Standard shows that 50% of people don't know what Keir Starmer stands for. Does this matter? What is the state of play as we head into the long campaign for the next general election? +++ Keiran Pedley, UK Director of Politics, Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @keiranpedley Cameron Garrett, Research Manager, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @CameronGarrett_ Holly Day, Senior Research Executive, UK Public Affairs, Ipsos [email protected] @HollyDay1993