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A Keir-death experience: Britain's PM clings on

10.02.2026
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Sir Keir Starmer has faced calls for his resignation from a senior party member. He has survived – but Britain’s prime minister is now fighting for his political survival. Assisted dying legislation is catching up with public opinion in America. And what happens when skiing meets rodeo


Guests and host:

  • Rosie Blau, host of “The Intelligence”
  • Sacha Nauta, Britain editor
  • Stevie Hertz, US policy correspondent
  • Aryn Braun, West Coast corrrespondent

Topics covered: 

  • Keir Starmer’s political future
  • Assisted dying in America
  • The sport of skijoring  

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