Margaret Thatcher
Mentioned in 26 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Former British Prime Minister (1979-1990) known for implementing radical neoliberal economic policies in the 1980s, including deindustrialization of UK manufacturing and the breaking of coal miners' unions. Podcasts reference her as a pivotal figure in the ideological shift toward free-market economics alongside Reagan's administration, and as an example of political leadership willing to pursue unpopular policy decisions. Her tenure is discussed in contexts ranging from economic theory and industrial decline to the influence of Mont Pelerin Society ideology on modern conservative politics.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Freakonomics Radio · May 6, 2026
Was Adam Smith Really a Right-Winger? (Update)
“British PM who implemented privatization policies justified through Adam Smith Institute's interpretation of Smith”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Apr 29, 2026
CA Governor Candidate Steve Hilton on Why California is Destroying Itself & How a Republican Can Win
“Political inspiration for Steve Hilton's economic philosophy and approach to business and enterprise”
Sarah Westall - Business Game Changers · Apr 25, 2026
Socrates Now Signals War Escalation | Martin Armstrong
“Armstrong met with her during his work as international hedge fund manager and advisor”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 20, 2026
Another BS Hit Piece (Ep. 2498)
“Quoted on wealth tax disincentivizing wealth creation and entrepreneurship”
The Michael Knowles Show · Apr 17, 2026
Ep. 1955 - This Is the Most Horrifying Video Michael Knowles Has Ever Seen
“Referenced as rare female leader example ('one out of a thousand women')”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 7, 2026
NATO’s Double Standard on Iran, Europe’s Drift, and the Fraud Crisis at Home | Victor Davis Hanson
“Referenced as historical example of British leader requesting US military assistance in Falklands War”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Apr 7, 2026
Patrick Radden Keefe on finding great stories
“Her administration deregulated banking and positioned London as destination for global wealth”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 4, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Anchor Babies the Defy Logic and Spirit of 14th Amendment
“Falklands War example of Reagan's commitment to NATO allies versus Starmer's current appeasement approach”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Apr 3, 2026
Regime Change Is a Bonus—Not the Goal—in Iran | Victor Davis Hanson
“Historical example of Reagan administration support during Falklands War intervention”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Mar 20, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: DHS Shutdown Is All About the Economy, Not ICE
“Historical example of allied leader requesting U.S. intelligence and military support during Falklands War”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 7, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 963: Harnwell’s speech to the “Advance” conference in Sydney on the BETRAYAL of Judeo-Christian West
“Former British Prime Minister whose legacy Hanwell argues is being betrayed by modern Conservative Party despite rhetorical invocation of her name.”
No es el fin del mundo · Feb 23, 2026
254. España en el nuevo mapa industrial europeo
“Referenced as example of neoliberal deindustrialization policies applied to UK industry in 1980s”
In Pursuit of Development · Feb 18, 2026
Debt, development finance, and global agency – David McNair
“Referenced as beneficiary of Mont Pelerin Society's 20-year ideological groundwork enabling radical policy shifts”
The Briefing with Albert Mohler · Feb 9, 2026
Monday, February 9, 2026
“Former British Prime Minister observed by Mohler demonstrating efficient government while maintaining dignity despite parliamentary combativeness”
TRIGGERnometry · Feb 8, 2026
They Tried To Cancel Me But Now I'm Free - Mike Graham
“Former PM; Graham voted against her in 1979 despite being at university”
The Find Out Podcast · Feb 3, 2026
How Is The Economy Really Doing?
“Mentioned alongside Reagan as proponent of trickle-down economic theory in the 1980s”
The Rest Is History · Jan 26, 2026
638. Revolution in Iran: The Hostage Crisis (Part 3)
“British Prime Minister who refused to grant the Shah asylum due to security and diplomatic concerns”
Global Security Briefing · Jan 21, 2026
Can the Transatlantic Alliance Survive the Trump Presidency?
“Former UK PM cited as example of political leadership willing to make unpopular defense arguments to public”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 13, 2026
Adam Carolla on California's Collapse: Fires, Failed Leadership, and Gyno-Fascism
Dwarkesh Podcast · Dec 19, 2025
Sarah Paine – Why Russia Lost the Cold War
“British PM who opposed German reunification, fearing it would eclipse Britain economically; lost to Bush-Kohl strategy”
The Tucker Carlson Show · Dec 5, 2025
Rupert Lowe Warns of the Globalist Agenda Destroying the West and the Revolution Soon to Come
“Referenced as example of great British leader who understood economic principles”
Capitalisn't · Nov 20, 2025
Are Big Tech’s Regulators “Cowards”? ft. Tim Wu
“Cited as ideologically committed leader who effectively implemented agenda regardless of popularity.”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Oct 24, 2025
Zadie Smith on Politics, Turning Fifty, and Mind Control
“Mentioned as beginning dismantling of European social democracy in Britain”
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas · Sep 1, 2025
327 | Cass Sunstein on Liberalism
“Former British Prime Minister cited as conservative liberal within broader liberal tradition”
Stepchange · Apr 27, 2025
Coal: Part II
“British Prime Minister who broke coal miners' unions and closed mines in 1980s, ending British coal dominance”
Maintenance Phase · Apr 4, 2024
Jamie Oliver
“Former UK PM who removed free milk from schools and ended mandatory school meal requirements, creating food access crisis Oliver later addressed”