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Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost

Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost

Sky News

Politics, Daily News, News, News Commentary, Government

4.2157 Ratings

Overview

Your ten-minute cheat sheet to the day’s news. From politics, global conflicts to pop culture, sport and everything in between. Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up — fast.

266 Episodes

Ukraine's plan for peace, super flu wave hits & World Cup greed

President Zelenskyy has handed a peace plan to Donald Trump. Will talks happen this weekend? Meanwhile, NATO’s secretary general Mark Rutte warns EU member states that European allies are Russia’s next target.A new wave of flu is taking hold and we’re urged to get vaccinated against it. Plus, World Cup ticket pricing sparks debate.Anna and Kamali have everything you need to know, in just 10 minutes. 

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

US-Venezuela tension, peerages & most generous city

Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2025

Social media ban, ‘decaying’ Europe & flying taxis

A new law in Australia bans under-16s from using social platforms. Could the UK follow suit?Donald Trump’s called European allies “decaying” and “weak.” The President's also put pressure on Zelenskyy to call an election. There’s a new Chair of the National Inquiry into grooming gangs.And electric flying taxis could take off within three years. Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2025

Maternity care crisis, Paramount v Netflix & Salah’s Liverpool rift

A damning report exposes England’s maternity care crisis; mothers ignored, dirty wards, and staff facing death threats.Ukraine’s president shares a revised peace plan with the US as pressure mounts to end the war.The government unveils a bold rail revamp. What does it mean for your commute?Paramount crashes Netflix’s takeover party in a blockbuster bidding war.And Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah sparks a public spat with his coach. Is his Anfield future over?Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Reform expense claims, is Trump tapping out of Ukraine?

Reform UK denies Nigel Farage broke electoral law after claims he falsified expenses. Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is heading to Downing Street as Donald Trump criticises his position in peace talks.Britain's Lando Norris wins his first Formula One World Championship.And Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau go Instagram official.Sophy and Wilf have all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2025

Farage VS BBC, Eurovision crisis, World Cup draw

The Government announces its plan to lift millions of children out of poverty. Several countries are boycotting Eurovision. Farage accuses BBC of hypocrisy, after they questioned him on allegations he made racist comments. And who will England and Scotland play in the World Cup? Anna and Kamali have everything you need to know, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

NHS warns of breaking point, images of Epstein's island, Spotify Wrapped

Health bosses in England are urging people to only use A&E services if absolutely necessary after 200,000 patients used the service when they didn't need to last year.Health Secretary Wes Streeting has launched a review into the diagnosis of mental health conditions in England, after suggesting some are overdiagnosed.Images from Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island have been released by US politicians.And Sophy and Wilf share their Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay results.Listen to Cheat Sheet for all your news - in 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 4 December 2025

Putin rejects peace plan, FIFA to limit dynamic ticket pricing, best Christmas film debate settled

Putin has accused European leaders of hindering efforts to end the war in Ukraine… and said Russia is ready to fight if Europe wants a war.FIFA has backed away from using dynamic pricing for some of its 2026 World Cup tickets.Plus, a survey has revealed the best Christmas film of all time. But not everyone agrees.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2025

Justice system reforms, OBR boss quits, women skip Christmas parties over safety fears

Major reforms to the UK's criminal justice system are on the way, which could include a reduction to the number of jury trials.A YouGov poll has found at least one in three people think Rachel Reeves made things look worse than they were ahead of the budget - as Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accuses the chancellor of using the chair of the budget watchdog as a "human shield".And half of women will miss their Christmas party because of fears of walking alone on the streets, according to a new study.Sophy and Wilf have the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

Starmer to defend Reeves, ending HIV stigma, Pillion takes best film

Sir Keir Starmer will jump to the defence of his chancellor, Rachel Reeves, in a speech later today after she was accused of lying about the economy.British special forces appeared to commit war crimes in Afghanistan, an inquiry has heard.Can the Government end HIV transmission by 2030 after pledging a £170 million action plan?And Pillion wins big at the British Independent Film awards.Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2025

Another manifesto breach? And the politicisation of US National Guard shooting

A climbdown from the government over workers' rights. Is it another manifesto breach?A member of the National Guard who was shot near the White House on Wednesday has died. It’s sparked a fiery debate over immigration in the US.And an incredible story about one of the rarest operations you can have. Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne have the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2025

A ‘survival’ budget, Washington DC shooting and Royal Fawlty Towers fans

A £26bn tax rise, pension changes and an accidental OBR publication. There's a lot to unpack from the Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget.US President Donald Trump has responded to the shooting of two national guard members who were targeted near the White House.There's been a fatal fire in Hong Kong with 300 people still missing.And the Prince of Wales has told John Cleese his children have just discovered his hit 1970s sitcom Fawlty Towers and "love it".Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2025

Budget Day, scrapping jury trials and the 6-7 trend

Tax rises are expected in the chancellor’s budget. But will Rachel Reeves break any manifesto promises?A leaked memo suggests only murder, rape and manslaughter trials will be heard before juries under a radical plan to clear a backlog of nearly 80,000 court cases. The Ministry of Justice says "no final decision" has been taken.And has the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer killed off the 6-7 trend?Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2025

Reeves rallies MPs, online abuse crackdown, Max Whitlock returns

The chancellor's called for unity among Labour MPs - 24 hours before she reveals her budget.Meanwhile, the prime minister's hosting a call between European allies to push for a better peace plan for Ukraine.Ofcom's brought in new guidance to protect women and girls online - but will it make those in the public eye feel any safer?And Max Whitlock - Britain's most successful gymnast ever - has come out of retirement.Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2025

Budget looms, Ukraine peace talks, Eze hat-trick

Two days out from Wednesday's big budget, Sophy and Wilf talk through what they're looking out for.Ukraine peace talks in Geneva continue today.David Cameron reveals he's been treated for prostate cancer.And - a big London derby game ends in tears for Tottenham, as Eberechi Eze scores a hat-trick in a 4-1 win for Arsenal.Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2025

Trump's plan for peace in Ukraine, energy bills cap, The Ashes

Zelenskyy says he's ready to work on a peace plan put together by just America and Russia. UK drugs could be funding Russia's war effort. Plus, energy bills will rise by 0.2% in January, 35% higher than they were before the war in Ukraine. And, The Ashes are off to a worrying start for England, but there's still hope yet. Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne have the days news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

Russian spy ship, secret Ukraine peace deal, AI nightmare for novelists

Defence Secretary John Healey sent a direct warning to Russia after a ship was spotted off the north coast of Scotland.US special envoy Steve Witkoff's post on X has suggested the US and Russia may be forming a secret plan to end the war in Ukraine.And authors say they fear AI replacing them entirely.Plus - why are MPs reading dad jokes in the Commons?Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2025

Scottish football victory, the president and the prince, UK defence warning

Scotland have secured their place in the football World Cup for the first time in 28 years.In the US, politicians have voted to approve a bill forcing the release of files relating to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.And we explain why President Trump's hosting of the Saudi Arabian crown prince is controversial.Plus, could the UK defend itself in an attack? A new report suggests not.Sophy and Wilf have everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2025

Mahmood defends asylum reforms, UN backs Trump's Gaza plan, ticket touting banned

Home secretary Shabana Mahmood is defending asylum reforms some Labour MPs are calling "cruel and inhumane". Also, the UN has passed Trump's peace plan for Gaza.And the government is set to ban ticket touts reselling tickets way above face value. Sophy and Wilf talk about how that's happened following a Competition and Markets Authority report which said Ticketmaster "may have misled Oasis fans" with unclear pricing. Although not about reselling, it did lead to promises to make sales more transparent. Everything you need to know, minus the doomscrolling, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Asylum reform, Trump Epstein u-turn, house prices fall

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is announcing some of the biggest reforms to the asylum system since WWII. Trump has U-turned on the Epstein files, calling for Republicans to vote for their release. And house prices have fallen below their expected level. Sophy and Wilf explain the reforms, give their take on Trump and discuss why house prices are one to watch in today's episode of cheat sheet - all you need to know, in under 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Reeves income tax u-turn, renting reforms and Ariana Grande ambushed

Reports say income tax won't increase in Rachel Reeves's budget - but where will the chancellor find the money for government spending shortfalls?The BBC responds to Donald Trump's threat of a $1bn lawsuit as the US president's deadline looms.Plans are laid out for renters and landlords under huge reforms.And an intruder gets onto the Wicked 'yellow carpet' premiere in Singapore. He's been charged with being a public nuisance by a Singapore court. Anna and Kamali get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

The president and the paedophile, children vaping and toy sales boom

New emails and documents provide an insight into the relationship between Donald Trump and the paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. He has repeatedly denied any involvement or knowledge about Epstein's sex trafficking operation.Meanwhile, research shows children are using e-cigarettes more than adults and are even skipping school to vape. And toy sales are up as 'kidults' buy Minecraft and Lego.Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2025

Starmer paranoia, an obligation to sue and Ronaldo's last World Cup

Sir Keir Starmer’s allies insist he’s ready to fight off challenges to his Labour leadership. The US president explains why he’s suing the BBC. California governor Gavin Newsom hits out at Donald Trump as he attends COP30 in Brazil. And Ronaldo’s announced next year’s World Cup is his last.Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2025

Trump threatens BBC, climate talks under way and theory tests

US President Donald Trump has threatened to sue the BBC for $1bn over an edit of one of his speeches.The UN climate change conference gets under way in Brazil but some of the world's biggest polluters are missing.And find out how long it took one learner driver to pass their theory test. Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 11 November 2025

Trump's fury at the BBC, drones in Belgium and big Ofsted changes

The boss of the BBC has stepped down over an impartiality row - with a Panorama documentary about the Capitol riots infuriating the president.The UK's sending military experts and equipment to Belgium after a spate of drone sightings near airports. Plus: how Ofsted is changing the way it rates schools. Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

Safety risks over prisoner release, Birmingham protests and Mary Queen of stops

A serving prison governor has told Sky News that public safety is “at risk” due to an increase in offenders being transferred to prisons with low security. There have been 11 arrests after the controversial Europa League final between Aston Villa and Maccabi Tel Aviv. And Mary Earps reflects on her shock retirement from the Lionesses in her new book.Anna Jones and Kamali Melbourne run through Friday's news in 10 minutes - getting you up to speed on what you need to know, minus the doom scrolling.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

Wrongly freed prisoners, Elon Musk & words of the year

Two prisoners have been wrongly freed from HMP Wandsworth, one of them was not reported to police for six days. A Telsa shareholder vote could make Elon Musk a trillionaire, as Sky News reveals his platform X favours right wing content. Vibe coding is coined word of the year by Collins dictionary. Sophy and Wilf run through Thursday's news in 10 minutes - getting you up to speed on what you need to know, minus the doom scrolling.

Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2025

Trump's 'worst nightmare', school lessons in AI and Gareth Southgate

Democrat Zohran Mamdani, who described himself as "Trump's worst nightmare" will be New York's next mayor. National curriculum reforms will focus on AI. And what's it like to have the hardest job in the country? Sky News speaks to former England manager, Gareth Southgate. Sophy and Wilf get you up to speed on all the day's news, in just 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2025

Tax rise rumours, porn laws and Beckham knighthood

Rachel Reeves sparks rumours of new tax rises. New porn laws will ban strangling to protect women and girls. And, be knighted…Sir David Beckham and Mel Stride! Find out who else collects honours today at Windsor Castle. Sophy And Wilf chat through all you need to know to get up to date with today's headlines in 10 minutes.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

Huntingdon train stabbing, Air India survivor and Women's cricket victory

Police are still trying to work out the motive for Saturday’s mass stabbing on a train from Doncaster to London. Sophy’s spoken to the sole survivor of the Air India crash which killed 241 people back in June. And Wilf’s heard from the US ambassador to the UK Warren Stephens, who wants the UK to keep drilling for oil and gas. 

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2025

Introducing... Cheat Sheet with Ridge & Frost

Your ten-minute Cheat Sheet to the day’s news. From politics and global conflicts to pop culture, sport, and everything in between. Sky News’s Sophy Ridge and Wilf Frost cut through the noise to get you clued up - fast.

Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2025

Introducing... The World with Richard Engel and Yalda Hakim

Sky News’ Yalda Hakim and NBC’s Richard Engel have covered world events for years. Now, they team up for a new podcast to share their experiences from the frontline.     They debrief from global flashpoints and discuss their encounters with the biggest decision makers. They’ll also be joined by some of those key players to help make sense of world events.   From conflict in the Middle East, to the US election, and the war in Ukraine there is no better place for analysis and expertise. New episodes from Richard and Yalda every Wednesday, starting October 9th.

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

Introducing… Electoral Dysfunction

Today, something different – we're bringing you the trailer of an exciting new podcast from Sky called Electoral Dysfunction. Beth Rigby. Jess Philips. Ruth Davidson. With polls suggesting trust in politicians is low, three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Every week, they will examine our political leaders and their policies – how they’re written, and how they’re sold to voters – as we prepare for a general election.  With so much at stake, they will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you. Here's the trailer. For more, follow Electoral Dysfunction now wherever you listen to podcasts.

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2024

Sophy hands over Sunday baton | Tony Blair & Kemi Badenoch

It's Sophy Ridge's final time presenting Sophy Ridge on Sunday, but she doesn't go quietly. On this week's episode she interviews former Prime Minister Tony Blair and business secretary Kemi Badenoch who is in New Zealand negotiating Britain's biggest trade deal since Brexit. Plus, in the studio is programme editor Scott Beasley, political correspondent Sam Coates, as well as Sophy's successor, Trevor Phillips. They discuss the political interviews this week, the highlights of Sophy's interviews during the past six years, the impact of the podcast, and what is to come in Trevor's new show in September.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2023

Yes to trees, not tree-huggers | Rachel Reeves and Victoria Atkins

She could be the most powerful woman in Britain if the election goes her way. Joining Sophy on the podcast is the shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves, who explains more about her vision for Britain, and why she’s not a big fan of Just Stop Oil. For the Government, financial secretary to the Treasury, Victoria Atkins, defends the Prime Minister’s aim of halving inflation, and answers Sophy’s questions about a mural for child asylum seekers that was painted over by the Home Office because it was deemed too welcoming. Joined by Sky’s political correspondent Liz Bates, and show editor Scott Beasley, Sophy analyses those interviews and sets up the upcoming week in politics. Producer: David Chipakupaku Editor: Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2023

NHS strikes and the 'complicated' issue of teacher pay rises | Steve Barclay and Bridget Phillipson

Host Sophy Ridge interviews Health Secretary Steve Barclay, who has criticised junior doctors, accusing them of "walking away" from talks over pay and conditions. For teachers, Labour's shadow education secretary Bridget Phillipson tells Sophy that giving teachers a pay rise is a "complicated issue". Joined by Claire Ellicott, deputy political editor of the Mail On Sunday, and show editor Scott Beasley, Sophy analyses those interviews and sets us up for the upcoming week in politics. Producer: Soila Apparicio

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2023

Inflation, interest, and independence | John Glen, Lisa Nandy, and Humza Yousaf

With the Bank of England trying to bring down inflation, interest is now at 5%, its highest rate since April 2008. The Government is now urging people to "hold their nerve", as Rishi Sunak put it. But Britian may be headed for another Summer of Discontent, with one Treasury minister unable to commit to a public sector pay rise live on Sky News. On this week's Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear Trevor Phillips' interviews with the Conservatives' John Glenn, Labour's shadow levelling up secretary Lisa Nandy, and the First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf. Plus, analysis from Trevor, the communications advisor Laura-Emily Dunn, and the show's editor, Scott Beasley. You can watch Trevor's new documentary, Windrush and Us, here. Producer - David Chipakupaku Editor - Dave Terris

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2023

'Terrible': Ministers react to lockdown party video | Michael Gove and Anas Sarwar

Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has called a new leaked partygate video "terrible" - and says the fact the event went ahead is "indefensible". The footage appears to show Tory staff drinking, dancing and joking about "bending" COVID lockdown rules in December 2020. On this week's Sophy Ridge On Sunday podcast, hear Mr Gove's reaction to the clip - and the views of Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar. They also discuss the mortgage market, Scottish independence and the green transition. To analyse those interviews, Sophy is joined on the podcast by political correspondent Liz Bates and programme editor Scott Beasley. Plus, hear Sophy's exclusive broadcast interview with former Tesco boss John Allan, who was forced to step down over misconduct allegations. Speaking to Sky News, he insisted he was "completely innocent", but admitted making an "ill-judged remark".

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2023

'The world has moved on from Boris Johnson' | Grant Shapps, Guto Harri, and Pat McFadden

After an explosive weekend, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned as an MP, taking supporters Nadine Dorries and Nigel Adams with him in exiting the Commons, with whispers that more may follow. It's left his eventual successor, Rishi Sunak, with an almighty by-election-related headache, as Westminster rolls towards the summer break. Sir Keir Starmer says the country now needs a snap general election, with Mr Johnson's resignation overshadowing a major u-turn in Labour's £28bn flagship "green prosperity plan", and yet another MP being suspended from the Party, pending investigation. On this week's Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear interviews with the energy secretary Grant Shapps, and Labour's Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Pat McFadden. Former Downing Street Director of Communications under Mr Johnson, Guto Harri, gives an insight into what his former boss might do next. Plus, hear analysis from the Sun on Sunday's Kate Ferguson, and the Guardian's Peter Walker. Producer - David Chipakupaku Editor - Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2023

Boris Johnson, small boats and unacceptable behaviour claims | Robert Jenrick and Jonathan Reynolds

MPs return to parliament this week after recess amid some headache headlines for the government surrounding the COVID inquiry and Boris Johnson's WhatsApp messages when he was prime minister. Meanwhile, immigration minister Robert Jenrick reckons many more migrant boats have been intercepted in the English Channel after "landmark deals" with France. On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear interviews with Mr Jenrick and Labour's shadow business secretary Jonathan Reynolds, who's asked about the party's response to serious allegations involving Geraint Davies MP, who's been suspended under investigation. On the podcast today, Daily Mirror's political editor John Stevens joins Sophy for analysis and discussion. Annie Joyce - senior podcast producer Paul Stanworth - editor

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2023

Suella Braverman’s speeding row | Thérèse Coffey and Andy Street

As Home Secretary Suella Braverman faces criticism over claims she asked civil servants to help her avoid completing a driving awareness course alongside other motorists, the Prime Minister is under pressure to launch an investigation into accusations of impropriety in his government. On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear Sophy's interviews with Environment minister Thérèse Coffey, Conservative Mayor for the West Midlands, Andy Street. Plus, Sophy is joined by Sky's political correspondent Liz Bates and programme editor Scott Beasley to analyse those interviews.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2023

Local election results, Brexit and nurses' pay | Grant Shapps, Jacob Rees-Mogg and Jonathan Reynolds

The fallout from local election results, where the Conservatives lost more than 1,000 councillors and 49 councils, is hitting home for the Tories as Rishi Sunak faces criticism from his own party. Plus, Brexit is back. Energy Secretary Grant Shapps says Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer wants to "re-open" the Brexit settlement while Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg tells Sophy Ridge that Brexit stopped the Ukraine invasion from succeeding. On the Sophy Ridge On Sunday podcast, hear Sophy's interviews with Jacob Rees-Mogg, Grant Shapps, as well as shadow business secretary Jordan Reynolds. Plus, Sophy's joined by Sky's political correspondent Liz Bates and programme editor Scott Beasley to unpick and analyse those interviews.

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2023

Local elections and policing coronation protests | Wes Streeting, Lucy Frazer and Daisy Cooper

The Tories suffering a “hammering” in the local elections, losing more than 1,000 councillors and 49 councils. Sky News analysis also suggested Labour would become the largest party in Westminster in a general election - but short of an overall majority. And Saturday’s coronation has prompted questions over the police response to the anti-monarchy protests following arrests. On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, hear Sophy’s interviews with the Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting, the Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer and Lib Dem Deputy Leader Daisy Cooper. Joining Sophy on the podcast this week for analysis and discussion: Sky’s deputy political editor Sam Coates and James Heale, The Spectator’s political correspondent. Annie Joyce - senior podcast producer Paul Stanworth - editor

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2023

Local Elections, attack ads and AI | Keir Starmer and Mark Harper

As campaigning ahead of this week’s local elections in England ramps up, so is the expectation management from both Labour and the Conservatives. Transport Secretary Mark Harper says his party expects to lose 1,000 seats on Thursday and Labour Leader Keir Starmer defends his party’s personal attacks on PM Rishi Sunak. Plus, are governments prepared for the impact of AI on our economy, artificial intelligence expert Stuart Russell says they aren’t. Political Editor at the Daily Express, Sam Lister joins Sophy Ridge to unpick all those interviews and look ahead to the week in Westminster. Podcast producer: Rosie Gillott Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2023

Raab's bullying report and the local elections | Oliver Dowden and Ed Davey

Days after former deputy prime minister Dominic Raab's resignation, Sophy Ridge talks to the new man in the job, Oliver Dowden. They discuss if he believes Dominic Raab is a bully, the upcoming local elections, and whether Tory scandals are distracting from court backlogs. Plus Sir Ed Davey, leader of the Lib Dems, tells Sophy about the party "gaining momentum" and his thoughts on the Raab bullying report. To discuss these interviews in-depth, Sophy is joined by The Guardian's deputy political editor Jessica Elgot, as well as programme editor Scott Beasley. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Philly Beaumont

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2023

Labour party adverts and NHS strike deals | Greg Hands and Wes Streeting

Chairman of the Conservative Party Greg Hands admitted the party could lose 1,000 seats at the forthcoming local elections on May 4. Speaking to presenter Trevor Phillips on Sophy Ridge on Sunday, Mr Hands said that the party was “fighting really hard”. Plus, Labour’s Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting defended his party’s recent controversial advertising campaign, saying “the figures speak for themselves”. The Daily Mirror’s political editor John Stevens and programme editor Scott Beasley join Trevor to analyse this week’s interviews. Podcast producers: Rosie Gillott and Soila Apparicio Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2023

Planes, ports, and paternity | Suella Braverman, Lisa Nandy, and Guy Opperman

It's been a busy few weeks for the Home Secretary Suella Braverman. There's been the damning report into London's Metropolitan Police, questions over the Government's plans to reduce crossings in the Channel, and just as schools begin to break-up for the Easter holidays, back-to-back queues are affecting the Port of Dover. The Home Secretary speaks to Sophy about all these issues, plus her plans to introduce a new legal duty for people working with children to report "signs or suspicions" of sexual abuse. For Labour, shadow housing and communities secretary Lisa Nandy tells Sophy why she believes the Government hasn't properly prepared for a post-Brexit Britain. Plus, the employment minister and Conservative MP for Hexham, Guy Opperman, tells the programme why he wants better maternity care, and support for parents who experience child loss. For a midweek political hit, why not try subscribing to the Beth Rigby Interviews... podcast? Programme Producer: Lucy Bishop Programme Editor: Scott Beasley Podcast producer: David Chipakupaku Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2023

Anti-social behaviour, ‘laughing gas’ ban plus Matt Hancock | Michael Gove and Lucy Powell

On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, Sophy speaks to levelling up secretary Michael Gove about measures to tackle anti-social behaviour, banning nitrous oxide - widely known as laughing gas - and an undercover sting by anti-Brexit campaign group Led by Donkeys, targeting MPs including former Tory ministers Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng. Plus, Sophy interviews Labour’s shadow culture secretary, Lucy Powell. And there’s analysis with Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2023

Rwanda policy, strike deals and Boris Johnson | Oliver Dowden and Miguel Berger

After the government said it was working on starting its deportation flights to Rwanda by the summer, Sophy Ridge speaks to Oliver Dowden, chancellor of the duchy of Lancaster, about ministers' plans to reduce small boat crossings to the UK and asks him if his party is avoiding scrutiny on the policy. Sophy also speaks to Miguel Berger, the German ambassador, about the UK's improved relationship with the EU under Rishi Sunak. She is joined by Sam Lister, the Daily Express's political editor, to dissect the interviews and look ahead to Boris Johnson's appearance before MPs on the Privileges Committee over accusations he deliberately misled Parliament about partygate this week. Programme Producer: Scott Beasley Podcast producer: Rosie Gillott Editor: Paul Stanworth

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2023

Spring Budget, Scottish leadership race and Gary Lineker | Jeremy Hunt, Rachel Reeves, and Ash Regan

Despite a big week in politics looming, the row over Gary Lineker’s controversial tweet and subsequently stepping back from presenting Match of the Day is dominating headlines this weekend. But that’s not all that’s happening. Just days ahead of the Spring Budget Sophy Ridge speaks to the Chancellor of Exchequer Jeremy Hunt as well as Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves. They talk about their own party spending techniques as well as their opposing views on the Lineker row. Plus, ahead of the Sky News Scottish Leadership Debate – Sophy asks candidate Ash Regan some quick-fire questions. On the Sophy Ridge on Sunday podcast, Sophy is joined by political correspondent Liz Bates to analyse all the interviews. Producer: Emma Rae Woodhouse Editor: Philly Beaumont

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2023

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