About this episode

Iain and Tessa discuss the Bayeux Tapestry and various political topics including recent controversies and elections.

Iain and Tessa discuss the Bayeux Tapestry, Zia Yusuf's controversial post, Harriet Harman calling Kemi Badenoch woke, Zack Polanski's chances in Holborn and St Pancras and more! Stay connected with us on Instagram @WherePoliticsMeetsHistory and on X @WherePolitics. You can also follow @IainDale and @DrTessaDunlop.

People in this episode

Hosts: Iain Dale, Dr Tessa Dunlop

Topics covered

• Bayeux Tapestry
• politics
• controversy
• elections
• current events

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Bayeux Tapestry

Places: Holborn, St Pancras

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