Reform UK is launching a new podcast that will offer “behind the scenes” access to the party, in what is seen as an attempt to bypass mainstream media. The podcast will be available on Apple and Spotify, with its first episode released on Saturday.
The debut episode will focus on Reform’s campaign efforts ahead of the local elections and will include encounters with both supporters and critics, according to The Telegraph. Party leader Nigel Farage is expected to feature in interviews.
A Reform UK spokesperson said: “Given that most politicians say one thing in public and another in private, we’re giving your ears exclusive access to behind the scenes at Reform UK.” Farage added: “We do things differently at Reform. This launch means that we are the only political party that produces its own podcast – bringing you closer to the action. This is access all areas.”
However, a Labour Party spokesperson criticised the move, stating: “No amount of hours behind a podcast microphone will persuade voters Nigel Farage will stand up for working people. By opposing NHS investment, key laws keeping kids safe online, and free breakfast clubs in schools, he’s shown time and again that Reform are not on your side.”
Farage has had multiple run-ins with the media, accusing outlets like the BBC of bias. Last year, a Reform UK council leader banned a local newspaper from interacting with the authority after what he claimed were “consistently misrepresented” stories. The podcast launch comes as Reform surges in the polls ahead of local elections.
