What does Saudi Arabia want and are we facing an AI election?

What should lead the news? Times columnist Matt Chorley pitches his story and talks about his new book.

He joins Tortoise editors Giles Whittell, Cat Neilan and Jeevan Vasagar to discuss Saudi Arabia’s role in the Middle East, Keir Starmer’s position on Israel-Gaza and bankers bonuses. They also look ahead to the general election.

It was recorded in front of an audience in the Tortoise newsroom.

Matt’s new book is called ‘50 Places That Changed British Politics’.

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The producer was Rebecca Moore and the executive producer was Lewis Vickers.

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Release date

Lydbog: 27. oktober 2023