On Day 78 of the ongoing discussion about former President Donald Trump, US correspondent Mark Stone hosted a conversation with Sir Nigel Sheinwald, the former UK ambassador to the US. Sir Nigel served in this role from October 2007 to January 2012, working with both Republican and Democrat administrations.
During the episode, they explored the current political landscape, particularly focusing on the approach taken by UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer regarding Trump. Sir Nigel suggested that it might be time for Starmer to elevate his tone and tactics in dealing with the former president.
The discussion also touched on Sir Nigel’s experiences in Washington, including the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the ambassador to help the UK navigate through the Trump era. This historical perspective offered valuable insights into the dynamics of UK-US relations during a time of significant political change.
Listeners are encouraged to engage with the show by sending in their questions to the hosts. The episode is available for streaming on various podcast platforms and can also be watched on their YouTube channel.