
The Capitalist is the podcast that champions free markets, fresh ideas, and thoughtful solutions. Join sharp minds from business, politics, and beyond for intelligent debate and optimistic conversations about building a brighter, market-driven future for Britain. Brought to you by the team behind CapX's unmissable daily briefings from the heart of Westminster.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 295 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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As younger voters grow disillusioned with a housing system that denies them real control over their homes, the battle over leasehold has become a test of whether capitalism still delivers on its promises. In this essay, Harry Scoffin, founder of Free... more
When the Conservative Party last entered government, in coalition with the Liberal Democrats, the UK was still finding its feet after the global financial crisis. What followed was a succession of events that quickly came to dominate political life: ... more
Can a Prime Minister really be on borrowed time less than two years after a landslide election victory? Benjamin Wilson speaks to ConservativeHome's Henry Hill about the mounting speculation around Sir Keir Starmer — and why Labour’s internal unrest ... more
After decades of chronic undersupply, even modest housing reforms can feel like cause for celebration. But in this essay, John Penrose, Chair of the Conservative Policy Forum and founder and director of the Centre for Small-State Conservatives, argue... more
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Great guests, great commentary, and well edited.
These very topical chats are insightful and expertly led by the Capx team without being partisan.
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have clarity of interviewer and interviewee
Time and again content that isn’t just following the popular crowd, CapX are producing some absolute corkers and I’m really enjoying it.
It would be great to hear a talk by Alex Epstein “The morale case for fossil fuel “
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This podcast focuses on exploring contemporary issues surrounding politics, economics, and public policy with a focus on free market principles. Episodes typically feature discussions on topics such as economic reform, educational policy, taxation, and governmental accountability, all from a market-driven perspective. Guests often include experts from various fields offering insights into the complex dynamics that shape the UK's political landscape alongside debates that assess the effectiveness of current strategies and proposals from multiple political viewpoints.
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Recent guests on The Capitalist include:
1. Mani Basharzad
2. George Owers
3. Preston Byrne
4. James Price
5. Jeremy Hunt
6. Ewen Stewart
7. Robin Lustig
8. Alys Denby
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