Iain Dale reveals all.... only on Tory Radio next week

Coming Next Monday.... all the questions you'd ever wanted to ask Iain Dale, the joint editor of The Little Red Book of Labour sleaze.

Now why exactly does he support West Ham??

Growing together

This month Tory Radio has seen its best month in terms of downloads - with our "bandwidth" more than quadrupling our initial estimates.

No doubt that was down to the very helpful publicity generated by the well publicised Francis Maude interview.

To maintain this growth, and to make the podcasts even more professional we need your help.

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And if that wasn't enough - there are still some of those brilliant "Vote Blair Out bands".... and you can bid for them at this link.

A big thanks to all of you who have contributed already!

Tory Radio goes all continental

Apologies for a lack of posts ( and the delay in publishing any of your comments) over the next couple of days - but I will be heading off to Brussels with work on Thursday.

But do not fear for Tory Radio will be heading to Brussels too - and who knows.... I could well do the first podcast that starts in this country and ends in continental Europe...... more news on who will face a grilling later.

Hopefully I'll also bump into a few of our MEPs while I'm there to get any news and gossip from them.

Too few convictions... too many in jail?

Two stories both appearing on BBC News online today. I agree with one and not the other.

Convictions too few - Goldsmith
Conviction rates for serious offences such as wounding and rape are too low, the Attorney General has admitted.

Lord Goldsmith said victims had a right to be worried but the government was working to tackle the problem and more offenders were being taken to court

Too many in jail, says top judge
Far too many people are being imprisoned in England and Wales, the country's top judge has warned. Lord Chief Justice Lord Phillips told the Guardian that offenders should be rehabilitated in the community, and be sent to jail only as a last resort.

Too dangerous to deport - part two?

Coverage courtesy of the Derbyshire Times.

An interesting case. You can break the law on several counts - but because you have come from somewhere we cant send you back - well then there is nothing we can do.

My question is why doesn't this warrant a jail sentence???

Francis Maude MP - Part Two

The second part of the interview with Party Chairman, Francis Maude MP can be found by clicking the link below:-

Francis Maude interview part two

Next week we will be featuring an interview with Editor of the little red book of Labour sleaze, political commentator and author of Iain Dales diary Mr Iain Dale.

In the meantime, if you are looking for a great Tory Gift, or just want to annoy your Labour voting colleagues why don't you buy them one of these.

Only four days to go...

Until part two of the Francis Maude interview.....


Coming to Tory Radio this Monday!

You really couldnt make it up!

It clearly isn't just Tory Radio that has some interesting stories on it. On the way home I was listening to the radio and the following story (paraphrased) just beggars belief.

A failed asylum seeker (point 1) crashed his uninsured car (point 2) and then jumped bail (point 3). Apparently he cant be deported (point 4) so the authorities will keep an eye on him (point 5).

Is it me? Am I unreasonable? BUT.... aren't there 5 reasons to be pretty outraged about this?

What would happen if I didn't have insurance?
What if I jumped bail?
Would I be allowed to stay in a country like the US without a work permit?
Would I be put in jail after point 2 and 3???

Press Coverage of Tory Radio

The latest podcast featuring Party Chairman Francis Maude certainly attracted quite a bit of publicity as the articles from The Times, The Evening Standard and The Telgraph Show.

Was it really newsworthy what Francis Maude was saying? Basically he seemed to be saying the party wanted to ensure the right candidates would be selected for the right seats.

Makes sense to me. What do you think?

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The Party Chairman speaks to Tory Radio

Chairman of the Party, Francis Maude MP took time out of his busy schedule to talk to Tory Radio about the A list, the local elections, and the Conservative Party under David Cameron's leadership.

To listen to the first part of this interview click the link below.

Click here to listen to the Francis Maude interview

You can listen to the second part of the interview next week.

A BUNCH OF MUGS ON TORY RADIO.....

Well no I'm not referring to the guests who have appeared on the podcast so far!

We have finally had the first consignment of Tory Radio mugs.

One is signed by the great Tim Montgomerie of Conservativehome fame, one by one of the greatest campaigners in the party, and current Shadow Charities Minister, Andrew Turner MP, and the other by some bloke who edits Tory Radio whose name escapes me.

From today these mugs

COULD BE YOURS!

You have two weeks to email me a "sealed bid" as to what you would be prepared to pay for one of these mugs. (Please specify which one you want). All proceeds go to keeping improving Tory Radio. Email editor@toryradio.com


Go on... make a bid!

You cant let a Tim Montgomerie signed mug go for a tenner can you? You could have a mug signed by a Shadow Minister. As for the other one - well you could put it in the dishwasher which could only increase its value!

Send your bids in now editor@toryradio.com

Dale Does it again

Master bloggers Iain Dale and Guido have pulled together this book in record time - only 18 days after they asked for contributions.......


......Order it by clicking here

Eric Forth MP 1944 - 2006

The Tory Party has lost one of its great characters.

Often seen as a maverick and always sporting a colourful tie, Parliament will be a worse place without him.

Our thoughts go to his family and friends.

Talking with Turner

The following interview was recorded towards the end of March (if my memory serves me correctly). Andrew Turner MP is currently Shadow Charities Minister and MP for the Isle of Wight. He first fought the Isle of WIght in 1997, failed to win - stuck around and defeated a Lib Dem incumbent in 2001. He now has a five figure majority which is a testimony to what a campaigner he is.

Click here to listen to the full interview

Maude speaks out

Following on from the A list controversy, Tory Radio took the opportunity to interview party Chairman, Francis Maude MP. Listen to what he has to say on the local election results, where the party is going, and what he things about the A list when the interview "goes live" on Monday.

But don't feel disappointed.... for tomorrow we have an interview with Andrew Turner, the MP for the Isle of Wight, former Party Vice Chairman, and current Shadow Charities Minister.

You are costing me a fortune!!

Great news Great news. The people that host the Tory Radio podcast have kicked me off my existing hosting package! Why you may ask. Well, I wont bore you with all the technical details about bandwidth and uploads, but suffice to say we have smashed through our fixed quota we were allowed, as SO MANY PEOPLE ARE LISTENING.

So thanks for your continued support! And thanks to those people who have bought the delightful Vote Blair wristbands..... only 36 left. Grab 'em while you can!!

Own a piece of history

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Buy one for yourself - or one for your Brown supporting friend - Im sure they would just love it.

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Parking problems?

Here is a sign to ensure only the nicest of people park outside your house.

No where shall I put my sign......

The first ten shows....

In case you missed any of our podcasts so far, here are the links to each show. Please feel free to leave any comments or suggestions below.

1. Grant Shapps
2. Greg Clark
3. Iain Duncan Smith
4. Roger Helmer
5. Tim Montgomerie
6. Chris Grayling
7. Zac Goldsmith
8. Zac Goldsmith part two
9. Election special - from Bassetlaw
10. Michael Howard

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Maybe you can hire the A team.......

Well unfortunately I didnt make the "A Team" this time.

That means I will have to spend more time getting some great interviews for you to listen to on Tory Radio.

Michael Howard speaks exclusively to Tory Radio

A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity of chatting with former Conservative leader, Michael Howard. Make sure you check out the latest edition of Tory Radio, to find out what Mr Howard thinks of the current party leader, what he thinks he achieved when he was in charge of the party, and what he expects of his beloved Liverpool FC.

Click here to listen to Michael Howard on Tory Radio

Tory Radio Exclusive Interview with Michael Howard

Make sure you tune in tomorrow to catch a Tory Radio exclusive interview with former Conservative leader, Michael Howard.

Election Special - Bassetlaw - Conservative Gain

Instead of an interview with an MP, Tory Radio took to the road and decided to cover the local elections - focusing on target Council Bassetlaw, in North Nottinghamshire.

Click below to listen to some of the highlights of the local elections in Bassetlaw, and how the Conservatives took control of the Council

Click here for the Tory Radio Election Special

Goldsmith Interview - Part Two

Below is the second part of my interview with Zac Goldsmith.This section kicks off with the question of why one earth would Zac want to be a Conservative MP.To find out - listen to the latest podcast on Tory Radio by clicking the link below.

Click here for the latest interview

Labour sleaze

Good friend Iain Dale and the notorious Guido have come up with an excellent and ambitious idea.

The Little Red Book of Labour Sleze.

Get yourself over to Iain Dales diary
and support this great idea.