Jeffrey Archer on his extraordinary life – and his biggest regrets

<p>Michael Gove is joined by novelist and former Conservative Party deputy chairman Jeffrey Archer to discuss his final novel, <em>Adam and Eve</em>, and a life spent close to the centre of British politics.</p><p>Jeffrey explains how the book was inspired by September 1940, when Hitler changed his mind three times about invading Britain. They also discuss class, snobbery in the House of Lords, Diana, and his advice for Harry and Meghan.</p><p>Plus: Jeffrey reflects on Margaret Thatcher, reveals the prime minister he believes is the most underrated, and considers whether Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage could ever reach an electoral agreement.</p><p>Jeffrey Archer’s final book, Adam and Eve, published by HarperCollins is out on the 6th of October 2026, <a href="https://jeffreyarcher.com/book/adam-eve/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pre-order here…</a></p><p>Produced by Oscar Edmondson and Henry Lloyd. </p><p>Become a <em>Spectator </em>subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/follow-your-podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/adfree</a> to find out more.</p><br><p>For more <em>Spectator</em> podcasts, go to <a href="https://www.spectator.co.uk/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectator.co.uk/podcasts</a>.</p><br><p>Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk</p>

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