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John Crace talking to Marcus Brigstocke

Taking the Lead: A Dog at Number 10

Hay Festival 2025, 

Political sketch writer John Crace introduces his satirical memoir – written from the viewpoint of his beloved dog Herbie. Herbie is a Westminster veteran, with stories to share about all the prime ministers (and there are many of them) of the last decade.

Crace discusses writing Taking the Lead, and the state of our politics today. He has been the Guardian’s political sketch writer for the last ten years and has written books on everything from cricket, football and TV to literature, politics and himself. He talks to comedian Marcus Brigstocke.