John James, the Managing Director of Soho Estates talks to us about his campaign to save the hospitality industry – the Soho Summer Street Festival. Along the way, he reveals David Bowie’s reason for visiting the famous Embassy Club, the ‘King of Soho’, Paul Raymond’s business philosophy, and the role they played in helping establish the Soho House brand. A conversation with someone who has been at the centre of London’s property development for decades, this is one not to miss.

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.98 | Keir’s First Year
Do we have a government that is good at getting things done- but bad at politics?

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.99 | From NATO to Glasto: Chaos at Home and Abroad
The NATO summit and Daddy Trump, the fallout from Americas bombing raids in Iran, antisemitism at Glastonbury, and the BBC continuing its love-in with Reform UK.

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.100 | What is going on with the Government?
Labours first year in government ended with a backbench rebellion, a chancellor in tears, and Jeremy Corbyn announcing the launch of a new political party.

Alderley Group
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