This bonus episode of Newscast is a profile of the leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Ed Davey.

Adam and Alex are joined by Dr Tim Leunig, economist and long-time friend of the Lib Dem leader, to chronicle his early life and political career. They look at his family life, what he has achieved in politics, including during his time as a minister, plus the origin of his political stunts.

This episode is part of a series where Newscast profiles each of the leaders of major political parties.

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