They are on TV and on the radio, delivering their analyses and comments online or in newspapers, the political pundits who always seem to know a little more about what is going on than most of us.

When politicians communicate with the public it often happens through media such as radio or TV. Often there are hidden agendas, topics deliberately evaded or questions so complex they are rarely covered by the press looking for the next big story to sell.

Keynote speakers on political pundits are often political pundits themselves, discussing political questions and debates, offering comments and analyses.

Political debate has turned more populist over the years, to a larger extent influenced by the power of spin doctors. Political pundits can serve as guides through this jungle of policies, agendas and spin.