Podcast: Andrew Doyle on why liberalism is in trouble
Dr Michael Johnston
Dr James Kierstead
29 October, 2026
In this episode, Michael talks with Andrew Doyle, comedian, author and creator of Titania McGrath, about his book The End of Woke and why he thinks liberalism is in trouble. Joined by James Kierstead, they trace the history of liberalism, debate how a free society should respond to people who reject its values and ask whether schools and universities are teaching young people to think for themselves.