EP. 139 | Trump, Tensions & Taking Off
07/04/2026
With growing questions over President Trump’s fitness for office amid the Iran crisis, we ask whether his unpredictable style is becoming a real concern.
EP. 138 | The Cost of Conflict
30/03/2026
Is it peace talks going well, or are we about to see American troops invading parts of Iran? All of that remains uncertain. What is certain, however, is the serious economic consequences heading our way.
EP. 137 | Starmer’s Political Tightrope
23/03/2026
As the Iranian conflict continues, absolute chaos starts to emerge as far as the economy is concerned. Keir Starmer is still walking the tightrope to deal with a very erratic President Donald Trump, and domestically he is having to face challenges from his own party, including his former deputy leader Angela Rayner.
Meet the Partner Glenville Walker
20/03/2026
When your business hits a rough patch, or a property lease starts causing headaches, you need more than just legal advice – you need partners who’ll stand by your side and turn complex problems into clear solutions.
EP.136 | Trump’s Changing Tune
16/03/2026
Frank returns from MIPIM 2026 to join Jim and Jo for this week’s Downtown Den Politics Podcast. They discuss the dramatic shift in messaging from Donald Trump after claiming victory in the conflict with Iran.
EP.135 | Iran, Trump and the Risk of Escalation
09/03/2026
Iran has a new Ayatollah, but is it simply a case of meet the new boss, same as the old boss? With Mojtaba Khamenei stepping into power, questions are growing about whether the US will step back from the conflict or escalate further.
EP.134 | Iranian crisis and a Green victory
02/03/2026
In the latest episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast, Jim Hancock, Jo Phillips and Martin Liptrot discuss the latest Middle East crisis and the implications for Geo-Politics.
EP.133 | Starmer’s Survival
16/02/2026
Keir Starmer survived what felt like a near-death experience for his premiership before hopping on a plane to Germany for the Munich Security Conference.
EP.132 | Can Starmer Survive?
09/02/2026
It has been a challenging week for Keir Starmer, with growing pressure surrounding his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson. Can his leadership endure?
EP.131 | By-elections, China Trade Missions and the Epstein Files
02/02/2026
All the candidates have been selected for the Gorton and Denton by-election. In this episode of the Downtown Den Politics Podcast, Frank, Jim and Jo, preview what the final outcome of that particular contest may be.
Meet the Partner with Glenville Walker
30/01/2026
As part of Downtown Den’s Meet the Partners, Frank McKenna caught up with Michael Smeaton and Anna Salisbury from Glenville Walker to get advice for our members about Shareholders Agreements and why we need them
EP.130 | Does Starmer Fear a Burnham Challenge?
26/01/2026
Does Keir Starmer and the Labour Party fear Andy Burnham? Will there be a comeback for Andy Street? Should Andy Street and Ruth Davidson join the Liberal Democrats?