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Martin Shipton Meets...
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We're back with series three of Martin Shipton Meets. Listen to WalesOnline's chief reporter in conversation with leading figures from Welsh politics and public life during our turbulent times. Martin specialises in controversial and investigative stories and has been involved in covering the National Assembly since its outset.
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Baroness Anita Gale
Baroness Anita Gale of Blaenrhondda speaks on women overcoming prejudice in politics.She discusses all-women shortlists and twinning, the resistance and why she's optimistic for the future of the Labour party. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about...
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Leighton Andrews
The former Labour AM for Rhondda is now an academic at Cardiff University.He shares his views on what's gone wrong for the Labour party, explains why he left and who he'd back for leader.He also discusses local government reform in Wales and Brexit. For information regarding your data privacy,...
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Sian Lewis
Sian Lewis is chief executive of Urdd Gobaith Cymru, the largest Welsh language employer in the third sector.She explains what the youth movement is doing for Wales, its international strategy and how Welsh is overcoming reluctance and resistance of the past. For information regarding your data...
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Russell Goodway
Russell Goodway, cabinet member for investment and development at Cardiff Council, tells Martin Shipton how he entered politics "by mistake".He talks of his vision for Cardiff, on devolution, the abandonment of the Valleys and the Labour Party recovery.And he addresses the public concerns about...
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Paul Murphy
Paul Murphy, who helped deliver the Good Friday peace agreement in Northern Ireland, recalls the occasion when he looked round a negotiating room and realised he was the only person present who wasn’t a murderer.As he publishes his memoir Peacemaker, the former MP for Torfaen speaks about the...
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Mick Antoniw
The Labour Assembly Member for Pontypridd speaks on improving the conditions of Welsh workers, constitutional dysfunction and why he sees the future of the UK as a voluntary union of nations if it's to survive. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about...
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Fay Jones
Fay Jones is standing in the marginal seat of Brecon & Radnorshire, which she hopes to regain from Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds to become Wales's first female Conservative MP. She talks about the Ross England affair and Alun Cairns, working for Prince Charles and the prospects of…
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Richard Taylor
From a teenage thief to a born-again Christian pastor who spoke in tongues, Richard Taylor is one of the most unusual General Election candidates in Wales.Now a disciple of Nigel Farage, he tells Martin Shipton why he's "not your standard politician" as he mounts a challenge to Labour in Blaenau...
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Carole Cadwalladr
Investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr tells Martin Shipton how she became tied up in the murky world of information warfare as she uncovered the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal - and the toll it has taken on her own life.They also talk of her roots in Wales and the state of political...
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Alun Davies
Labour AM Alun Davies has a panic button by his bed because of the toxic political environment created by Brexit.He tells Martin Shipton why progressive forces need to win a "culture war” against those who have turned Britain into a society not at peace with itself. He also explains why he has no...
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Vivienne Laing
Is it ever ok to smack your child? Vivienne Laing, head of policy and public affairs at NSPCC Cymru, discusses the plans to change the law in Wales to end the legal defence of reasonable punishment when parents discipline children. For information regarding your data privacy, visit...
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Jackie Jones
Labour MEP for Wales Jackie Jones talks about her belief in the European Union, why it's had low esteem in the eyes of many Brits and faced four decades of negative portrayal. She also discusses the apparently contradictory policy of the Labour party on Brexit. For information regarding your data...
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Dawn Bowden
Dawn Bowden, Labour AM for Merthyr Tydfil and Rhymney, talks of her roots in trade unionism, how our NHS is under constant attack and the divided politics of Brexit. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Mark Reckless
Mark Reckless is leader of the Brexit Party group in the National Assembly.The AM reveals how as Tory MP he worked with Labour to inflict EU-related defeats on David Cameron.H tells Martin how he became a key figure in the campaign to press for a referendum and how he got the backing of MPs to…
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Mark Cotter QC
Mark Cotter doesn't conform to the stereotype of a leading barrister. He doesn’t come from a well-heeled background, nor did he attend a fee-paying boarding school.He has been involved in many high profile cases, and earlier this year successfully defended Oritse Williams, of the boyband JLS, on…
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Lord Mike German
Lord Mike German was the first leader of the Lib Dems in the National Assembly, and is now is the party's UK treasurer.He makes revelations about the early years of the Assembly, speaks on the lessons of coalitions, and recalls the expenses scandal that saw him temporarily step down from his role...
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Jonathan Edwards
Recorded from a bustling Westminster, Plaid Cymru's Jonathan Edwards talks the impact of Brexit on Welsh independence and why he feels devolution is under attack.The MP for Carmarthen East and Dinefwr also tells Martin of a "yearning for change" in Wales and why he believes his party have the...
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Paul Davies
Paul Davies tells of his journey from Ceredigion bank manager to leader of the Welsh Conservatives in the Assembly.He tells Martin why he's determined to kick Labour out of power, why we should respect the public's wishes to leave the EU, and of his trust in Boris Johnson to lead the country. For...
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Glyn Davies
Conservative MP for Montgomeryshire, Glyn Davies, discusses the role of the Wales Office, the state of his party and reveals why he won't stand again as MP.The farmer's son recalls how his father was disappointed when he passed all his O Levels and how the Young Farmers movement changed his…
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Tanni Grey-Thompson
Step inside the world of the House of Lords with Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson in Westminster.The Paralympian speaks of her Cardiff childhood and the big family sacrifices that have enabled her transition from sport to politics.She tells Martin why she's fighting for better accessibility on public...
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Liz Saville Roberts
MP Liz Saville Roberts tells her political story from learning Welsh at Aberystwyth University to becoming the Plaid Cymru's group leader in Parliament.She talks about the frustrations of "soap opera" Westminster, the prospects of Welsh independence and reveals why she would love to become an AM....
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Hefin David
Hefin David, the Labour AM for Caerphilly, speaks on the power distance between people and politics.He also discusses the Caerphilly council officers' pay scandal, STV and why we need more AMs in Wales. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad...
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Toni Schiavone
Recorded live from the Urdd, Welsh language campaigner Toni Schiavone, of Cymdeithas Yr Iaith, speaks on political identity and the evolution of the movement. He tells Martin why he believes every child leaving school in Wales should be able to speak Welsh - and why the resistance to extending...
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Delyth Jewell
Delyth Jewell became Plaid Cymru AM for South Wales East at the start of 2019, after the tragic death of Steffan Lewis.She tells Martin about the guilt she felt taking on the job, her work on stalking at Westminster and why she believes Wales will become independent far more quickly than many…
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World of lies, with Prof Patrick McGuinness
One of Wales' leading writers discusses his new novel Throw Me to the Wolves, which is loosely based on the treatment of his former teacher Christopher Jefferies, an initial suspect in the murder of Joanna Yeates.Professor Patrick McGuinness, who lives in Caernarfon, speaks of his upbringing in...
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Culture of co-operation, with Derek Walker
CEO of Wales Co-operative Centre, Derek Walker, sets out why social enterprises and cooperative business models can be at the centre of a more inclusive economy.He also discusses the state of the trade union movement, dramatic changes in the workplace and the impact of Brexit.Derek, who was one…
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Changing hearts and minds, with Meri Huws
Meri Huws has reached the end of her seven-year tenure as Welsh Language Commissioner.She looks back at what she's achieved in the role and sets out what must happen next to ensure people in Wales can live their lives through Welsh to the extent that they wish.She also recalls the activism and...
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Liberal Conservatism, with David Melding
David Melding takes Martin through his route to becoming a politician, which included backing the No campaign opposing the creation of the institution he now sits on.The AM for South Wales Central explains why he doesn't support calls for second Brexit referendum, despite being a passionate...
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Should we be worried about lobbying? With Daran Hill
Daran Hill is the managing director of public affairs company Postif Politics.He discusses lobbying in Wales - does it have a bad name? And should it be regulated more closely?He also speaks on navigating political friendships and the significance of Carl Sargeant's death on Welsh politics. For...
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A new dawn in politics, with Jane Dodds
Jane Dodds, who became leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats in 2017, describes her political journey.She tells Martin why she believes the new Independent Group in Westminster could signal the end of two-party politics, about the challenges of being leader without holding elected office and her...
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Renewing the Labour party, with Peter Hain
Lord Peter Hain talks devolution, Brexit and racism.The former MP for Neath also warns of the erosion of his party's traditional base, amid the "most disillusioning period in British politics" he's experienced. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about...
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Rough and tumble of politics, with Jenny Rathbone
The Labour AM for Cardiff Central tells of her journey to the Assembly via Latin America, a career in journalism and heading up a Sure Start programme for disadvantaged parents.She speaks on inequality, the Labour party resignations and her controversies; Her criticism of the M4 Relief Road, and...
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Integrating our communities, with Dr Sibani Roy
When Dr Sibani Roy first moved to North Wales, she didn't feel welcome.Her experiences led her to found the North Wales Association for Multicultural Integration, which is working to build up a cohesive community.Dr Roy, a medical ethicist and former mayor of Colywn Bay tells Martin about her...
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Where is the scrutiny? with Jon Owen Jones
Former Cardiff Central MP Jon Owen Jones speaks about the lack of scrutiny in devolved Wales.He tells Martin of life in pre-devolution politics and his time spent as a junior minister at the Welsh Office.He also recalls the Alun Michael and Rhodri Morgan row, and the reasons behind the demise of...
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Continuing Dad's legacy, with Jack Sargeant
A year has passed since Jack Sargeant became one of Wales's youngest politicians at the age of 23, in a by-election triggered by the death of his father Carl.The Welsh Labour AM for Alyn and Deeside tells Martin how he's carrying on the legacy of his father while determined to make his own mark…
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The faces of genocide, with Mike Joseph
Mike Joseph's German Jewish parents escaped Europe on the day war broke out in 1939.The journalist turned genocide historian spent time tracing his relatives but was only able to identify the SS leader who coordinated their killings.He tells Martin about the fine line between correcting historic...
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Lack of courage in Welsh politics, with Prof Laura McAllister
The devolution expert and former Wales international tells Martin about her career journey, juggling academia with football.The professor of public policy at Cardiff University's Wales Governance Centre talks about the biggest weaknesses at the Welsh Assembly - a lack of pluralism and bravery.…
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A scapegoat called Europe, with Guto Harri
Journalist and communications consultant Guto Harri lifts the lid on working for Boris Johnson and Rupert Murdoch.He tells Martin why he's been called a traitor, and about his return to Wales for new S4C politics series Y Byd yn ei Le, as they discuss Brexit and the so-called meaningful vote. For...
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Reviving the Valleys, with Andrew Morgan
Andrew Morgan explains his journey from bricklayer to leader of one of Wales' biggest councils, Rhondda Cynon Taf.He talks about coping with austerity, cynicism in politics and the impact of a no-deal Brexit.The chair of the Cardiff Capital Region also explains how the body hopes to create...
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Persistence in politics, with Ann Clwyd
Ann Clwyd has represented the Cynon Valley as MP since 1984, and was previously MEP for Mid and West Wales..The Labour politician tells how her early career as a Guardian journalist forged her strong links with South Wales' coal miners, and recalls the day she went underground to save Tower...
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When Wales was radical, with Daryl Leeworthy
Author Daryl Leeworthy talks about the rise and fall of social democracy in South Wales.He tells Martin that if we're to improve the lives of people in South Wales, we need to recapture the culture of our radical past.His book Labour Country is published by Parthian Books. For information…
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When justice fails, with Glyn Maddocks
What happens if you are convicted for a crime you didn't commit? Solicitor Glyn Maddocks has spent much of his career representing victims of miscarriages of justice. He tells Martin why the British legal system isn't working and why it must change. For information regarding your data privacy,...
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Fixing a sick society, with Ken Skates
Ken Skates reveals how he overcame self-doubt and anxiety on his journey to become Wales' cabinet secretary for economy and transport, and sets out why he's championing the need to improve society's emotional and mental health.The AM also talks about the legacy of Carwyn Jones, his hopes for Mark...
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The challenges facing our public bodies, with Adrian Crompton
Adrian Crompton was appointed Auditor General for Wales earlier this year where he oversees the annual audit of some £20bn of taxpayers' cash.He tells Martin of his rise from a research clerk at the House of Commons, his work to strengthen political institutions around the world, and why he...
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Leaders, laggards and Wales' cowed culture with Prof Kevin Morgan
Professor Kevin Morgan chaired the Yes for Wales campaign in the 1997 devolution referendum.The social scientist recalls the dramatic night of the vote, and discusses single party rule and the lack of constructive challenge in Wales. For information regarding your data privacy, visit...
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Politics is broken, with Peter Black
Peter Black is the former AM for South Wales West and now deputy mayor of Swansea.He tells Martin why he voted in favour of the UK coalition in 2010, how his party needs to rebuild trust and why he thinks UK politics is broken. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy...
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Three decades of Parliament with Paul Flynn
Paul Flynn, the former stalwart MP for Newport West, is interviewed after announcing his intention to step down from Parliament due to ill health.Martin visited him at home where he was battling arthritis, to reflect on his career and the challenges ahead for Wales. Mr Flynn passed away three...
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The future of Welsh radio, with Rhuanedd Richards
Rhuanedd Richards is the new editor of BBC Radio Cymru and Welsh language online service Cymru Fyw.She tells Martin about the future of the station, which she credits for inspiring her to learn Welsh in the first place.They also discuss impartiality and the state of journalism in Wales. For...
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The men who refused to fight, with Aled Eirug
Both Aled Eirug's grandfather and father were conscientious objectors in the First World War and Second World War respectively.The journalist turned academic tells Martin Shipton why it inspired him to research Wales' anti-war campaigners for new book The Opposition to the Great War in Wales...
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Young, 'posh' and political: with Theo Davies-Lewis
Theo Davies-Lewis is a 20-year-old student at Oxford University, where he re-established the Media Society.He discusses private education in Wales, finding a political party he can relate with and his campaign for a statue to honour Jim Griffiths in his hometown Llanelli. For information…
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We're back with series three of Martin Shipton Meets. Listen to WalesOnline's chief reporter in conversation with leading figures from Welsh politics and public life during our turbulent times. Martin specialises in controversial and investigative stories and has been involved in covering the National Assembly since its outset.
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