While many are unwrapping presents and enjoying a festive feast, the team behind one of the UK's top political podcasts is tackling the big questions of the season. The Electoral Dysfunction podcast has released a special Christmas Day episode for 2025, hosted by Sky News' Beth Rigby, alongside commentators Harriet and Ruth.
A Festive Gathering of Guests
Putting the politics back into the party, the hosts are joined by an array of special guests to help answer listener queries. The line-up includes broadcaster Nick Grimshaw and chef Angela Hartnett from the Dish podcast, as well as historian Dan Snow from History Hit. This eclectic mix promises insights that range from the culinary to the constitutional.
The episode, recorded in advance for release on Thursday 25 December 2025, encourages listeners to take a break from the eggnog and washing up. It dives into a uniquely festive blend of topics, seamlessly weaving together light-hearted holiday themes with weightier political reflection.
From Sprouts to Prime Ministers
The questions fielded by the panel cover a remarkably broad spectrum. Listeners can expect to hear discussions on everything from the secret to cooking the perfect Christmas sprout to a historical ranking of which British prime minister endured the worst festive period. This blend of the domestic and the historic is a hallmark of the podcast's accessible approach to political discourse.
One burning question the episode seeks to resolve is what is on the menu for perhaps the most famous resident of Downing Street. The hosts reveal what Larry the Cat, the Chief Mouser, receives for his Christmas lunch, solving a mystery that has long puzzled the politically curious.
How to Engage and Listen
For those inspired by the episode, the podcast team continues to invite audience participation. Listeners can submit their questions for future shows by sending a WhatsApp message to 07934 200 444 or by emailing electoraldysfunction@sky.uk.
The Electoral Dysfunction podcast is available to stream on all major podcast platforms via Sky News. For fans who prefer a visual element, episodes featuring Beth, Harriet, and Ruth can also be watched on the dedicated YouTube channel, adding another dimension to their political analysis and festive fun.
