Sky News celebrated a remarkable achievement at the 2026 Political Podcast Awards, clinching three prestigious trophies during a ceremony held in Westminster on Wednesday, 28 January 2026. The broadcaster's success highlights its growing influence in the digital audio space, with wins spanning categories such as Presenter of the Year and Most Original Format.
Sky News Podcasts Shine with Multiple Accolades
The awards evening, hosted by former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci alongside broadcaster and former MP Gyles Brandreth, saw Sky News emerge as a standout performer. Among the key victories, the podcast Electoral Dysfunction—featuring Sky News political editor Beth Rigby, former Labour deputy leader Harriet Harman, and former Scottish Conservatives leader Ruth Davidson—was honoured with the Presenter of the Year award. This recognition underscores the podcast's engaging and insightful political commentary, which has resonated with audiences across the UK.
Most Original Format Award for Daily Morning Podcast
In addition, Politics At Sam And Anne's, the daily morning podcast co-hosted by Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico's Anne McElvoy, received the Most Original Format award. This accolade celebrates the podcast's innovative approach to dissecting political news, offering listeners a fresh and dynamic perspective on current events each morning.
Comedy Moment of the Year Success
Electoral Dysfunction further solidified its reputation by winning the Comedy Moment of the Year award for a memorable interview with Wes Streeting. During the episode, Streeting humorously revealed his strategic plan to avoid being appointed home secretary in a government reshuffle, followed by his expletive-laden relief at retaining his role as health secretary. This marks the podcast's second consecutive victory in this category, having previously won at the inaugural ceremony last year for Jess Phillips's blunt analysis of Boris Johnson failing to bring ID to a polling station—a regulation introduced by his own government.
Judging Panel and Ceremony Details
The awards were judged by a distinguished panel led by Anne Alexander, Good Morning Britain's head of politics, who reprised her role as head judge. She was joined by notable figures including Lord Ben Houchen, the mayor of the Tees Valley, Labour MPs Liam Conlon, Gregor Poynton, Steve Race, and Tom Rutland, Baronesses Anne Jenkin and Deborah Mattinson, as well as Harry Quilter-Pinner, executive director of the IPPR think tank. This diverse panel ensured a rigorous evaluation of entries, reflecting the high standards of the political podcasting industry.
Sky News's triple win at the 2026 Political Podcast Awards not only celebrates the talent and creativity behind its podcasts but also reinforces the broadcaster's commitment to delivering high-quality, engaging content in the competitive media landscape. As political podcasting continues to grow in popularity, such accolades highlight the importance of innovative formats and compelling storytelling in capturing audience attention.
