On the latest Politics Weekly, the team look back on Gordon Brown's attempts to rally his doom-laden troops in Brighton. Has the prime minister done enough to stop the rot? How much significance is there in the Sun's shift of allegiance to David Cameron? Jackie Ashley gives her thoughts.
Also in the podcast, Seumas Milne takes us through the murky business of European politics as Ireland faces a second referendum on the Lisbon Treaty. Is the ground being prepared for President Tony Blair?
Finally, we look forward to the Conservative party's week in the spotlight in Manchester. Will there be an announcement about reversing the 50p top rate of tax? Make sure you listen in next week for our comprehensive review of all things blue.
