60 acast.com How to Rebuild Britain: PoliticsJOE https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe en JOE Media JOE Media In this podcast, PoliticsJOE's Ava Santina breaks down how Britain can rebuild the left flank of the political spectrum. Stay tuned for in-depth reporting, thought provoking interviews, and expert analysis as the UK faces one of the biggest political battles of the century.


Labour are in power in Britain, but traditional Labour voters are as discontent as they've ever been with a left-wing government. Keir Starmer is battling against low approval ratings, by-election losses, and the rise of Nigel Farage's Reform UK.


But from the depths of despair, there seems to be glimmers of hope in the UK. Zack Polanski's Green Party are on the rise, knocking Labour off their perch in countless polls. Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana are pulling thousands of traditional Labour voters to their new party. In America, figures like Zohran Mamdani, AOC and Bernie Sanders are fighting back against the surge of MAGA Republicanism.

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]]> In this podcast, PoliticsJOE's Ava Santina breaks down how Britain can rebuild the left flank of the political spectrum. Stay tuned for in-depth reporting, thought provoking interviews, and expert analysis as the UK faces one of the biggest political battles of the century.


Labour are in power in Britain, but traditional Labour voters are as discontent as they've ever been with a left-wing government. Keir Starmer is battling against low approval ratings, by-election losses, and the rise of Nigel Farage's Reform UK.


But from the depths of despair, there seems to be glimmers of hope in the UK. Zack Polanski's Green Party are on the rise, knocking Labour off their perch in countless polls. Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana are pulling thousands of traditional Labour voters to their new party. In America, figures like Zohran Mamdani, AOC and Bernie Sanders are fighting back against the surge of MAGA Republicanism.

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]]> false JOE Media info+690c814368055f905c9893ec@mg-eu.acast.com 690c814368055f905c9893ec how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec/1763544494999-428e5cd7-4163-4e3c-8620-054ae5195db7.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe How to Rebuild Britain: PoliticsJOE Is it over for Labour in London? Is it over for Labour in London? Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:31:23 GMT 14:56 69e3799cc8a506316de30ec2 false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/is-it-over-for-labour-in-london 69e3799cc8a506316de30ec2 690c814368055f905c9893ec is-it-over-for-labour-in-london full 6 Today, Ava gets to grips with the Green Party's rise and rise in London. Are Keir Starmer's troubles about to get worse with a complete decimation of Labour's long-held councils in the capital?


Ava also speaks to the Green Party nominee for Hackney Mayor Zoë Garbett to find out what Polanski's party are taking as their key issues to run off in London.

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]]> Today, Ava gets to grips with the Green Party's rise and rise in London. Are Keir Starmer's troubles about to get worse with a complete decimation of Labour's long-held councils in the capital?


Ava also speaks to the Green Party nominee for Hackney Mayor Zoë Garbett to find out what Polanski's party are taking as their key issues to run off in London.

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]]> Is Keir Starmer about to lose Wales in the local elections? Is Keir Starmer about to lose Wales in the local elections? Fri, 03 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT 29:53 69ce99f43a785fb94b86b74a false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/is-keir-starmer-about-to-lose-wales-in-the-local-elections 69ce99f43a785fb94b86b74a 690c814368055f905c9893ec is-keir-starmer-about-to-lose-wales-in-the-local-elections Will Labour lose to Plaid Cymru and Reform? full 5 In this episode, we sit down with the leader of Plaid Cymru to explore a question that could reshape Welsh politics: can the party finally overtake Labour and form a government in Wales for the first time? We dig into Plaid’s strategy, the shifting political landscape, and what it would take to convince voters that change is not only possible, but necessary.


Yet the path isn’t straightforward. As dissatisfaction with traditional parties grows, Nigel Farage and his brand of populist politics loom as an unpredictable force, potentially pulling support in unexpected directions. How does Plaid Cymru plan to counter this challenge while staying true to its vision for Wales?


From campaign tactics to policy priorities, this conversation offers a candid look at the opportunities and risks ahead in what could be a historic political moment.


Interviewer, Editor and Producer: Ava-Santina Evans

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]]> In this episode, we sit down with the leader of Plaid Cymru to explore a question that could reshape Welsh politics: can the party finally overtake Labour and form a government in Wales for the first time? We dig into Plaid’s strategy, the shifting political landscape, and what it would take to convince voters that change is not only possible, but necessary.


Yet the path isn’t straightforward. As dissatisfaction with traditional parties grows, Nigel Farage and his brand of populist politics loom as an unpredictable force, potentially pulling support in unexpected directions. How does Plaid Cymru plan to counter this challenge while staying true to its vision for Wales?


From campaign tactics to policy priorities, this conversation offers a candid look at the opportunities and risks ahead in what could be a historic political moment.


Interviewer, Editor and Producer: Ava-Santina Evans

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]]> Is Andy Burnham the next Labour leader? Is Andy Burnham the next Labour leader? Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:39:02 GMT 34:35 693c806341eacf5e81417263 false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/what-is-manchester-getting-right-with-andy-burnham 693c806341eacf5e81417263 690c814368055f905c9893ec what-is-manchester-getting-right-with-andy-burnham full 4 In this episode, we sit down with Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, for an in-depth conversation about the power of devolution and how it has transformed one of the UK’s most dynamic cities. From taking control of transport, housing, and health, to championing a bold vision for local leadership, Burnham shares the challenges, breakthroughs, and defining moments of Greater Manchester’s journey toward greater autonomy.


He talks candidly about what it took to rebuild Manchester—from improving public transport and tackling homelessness to creating a more inclusive, opportunity-driven city. Whether you’re interested in politics, urban regeneration, or the future of local government, this episode offers a rare insight into how devolved powers can reshape communities for the better.


And the question everyone's asking.. is this guy the next Labour leader?

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]]> In this episode, we sit down with Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, for an in-depth conversation about the power of devolution and how it has transformed one of the UK’s most dynamic cities. From taking control of transport, housing, and health, to championing a bold vision for local leadership, Burnham shares the challenges, breakthroughs, and defining moments of Greater Manchester’s journey toward greater autonomy.


He talks candidly about what it took to rebuild Manchester—from improving public transport and tackling homelessness to creating a more inclusive, opportunity-driven city. Whether you’re interested in politics, urban regeneration, or the future of local government, this episode offers a rare insight into how devolved powers can reshape communities for the better.


And the question everyone's asking.. is this guy the next Labour leader?

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]]> Can we build a better economy? With Yanis Varoufakis Can we build a better economy? With Yanis Varoufakis Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:14:11 GMT 24:58 693320f4c1c5f657ff62da7d false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/can-we-build-a-better-economy-with-yanis-varoufakis 693320f4c1c5f657ff62da7d 690c814368055f905c9893ec can-we-build-a-better-economy-with-yanis-varoufakis full 1 3 What would it take to rebuild an economy designed for people rather than markets? In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with world-renowned economist, author, and former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis to explore the structural shifts needed to create a fairer, more resilient global economy.


Varoufakis breaks down the flaws in today’s financial systems— from rising inequality and stagnant wages to the unchecked power of multinational corporations— and offers bold, actionable ideas for reclaiming economic democracy.


Produced, Edited and Narrated: Ava Santina Evans

Production: Laura Beveridge

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]]> What would it take to rebuild an economy designed for people rather than markets? In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with world-renowned economist, author, and former Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis to explore the structural shifts needed to create a fairer, more resilient global economy.


Varoufakis breaks down the flaws in today’s financial systems— from rising inequality and stagnant wages to the unchecked power of multinational corporations— and offers bold, actionable ideas for reclaiming economic democracy.


Produced, Edited and Narrated: Ava Santina Evans

Production: Laura Beveridge

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]]> Is Your Party going to work? The Jeremy Corbyn Interview Is Your Party going to work? The Jeremy Corbyn Interview Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:35:07 GMT 28:16 6929cf3b8b47e911cda77ec6 false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/is-your-party-going-to-work-the-jeremy-corbyn-interview 6929cf3b8b47e911cda77ec6 690c814368055f905c9893ec is-your-party-going-to-work-the-jeremy-corbyn-interview Will the Corbyn Project be reborn in Liverpool? full 1 2

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]]> <![CDATA[Can Anything Stop the Green Party's Zack Polanski?]]> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:10:42 GMT 30:32 692080f2d35aa096b5ac9813 false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/can-anything-stop-the-green-partys-zack-polanski 692080f2d35aa096b5ac9813 690c814368055f905c9893ec can-anything-stop-the-green-partys-zack-polanski Can Membership Translate to Seats? full 1 1 In this debut episode, we meet one of the most talked-about figures on the UK political scene: Zack Polanski.


Having risen through the ranks with remarkable speed, Polanski has become a symbol of a new kind of Green politics—one that feels energetic, insurgent, and increasingly difficult for the establishment to ignore.


But is meteoric popularity the same as political power?


This episode unpacks the tension between visibility and viability. We explore whether Polanski’s growing national profile can convert into real electoral gains, and what structural, strategic, and organisational hurdles inside the Green Party might stand in the way.


From internal democracy and party governance to the challenges of candidate selection and resource allocation, we interrogate both the strengths and the limits of a party trying to scale up while staying true to its principles.


This is a focused, inquisitive look at the practical realities of rebuilding a party from the ground up.


Join us as we ask: Can Zack Polanski’s rise reshape the Greens’ future—or will the party’s own mechanisms hold it back?


Journalist and Audio Editor: Ava Santina Evans

Production: Seán Hickey, Laura Beveridge, Amélie Timmis and Ian Martin

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]]> In this debut episode, we meet one of the most talked-about figures on the UK political scene: Zack Polanski.


Having risen through the ranks with remarkable speed, Polanski has become a symbol of a new kind of Green politics—one that feels energetic, insurgent, and increasingly difficult for the establishment to ignore.


But is meteoric popularity the same as political power?


This episode unpacks the tension between visibility and viability. We explore whether Polanski’s growing national profile can convert into real electoral gains, and what structural, strategic, and organisational hurdles inside the Green Party might stand in the way.


From internal democracy and party governance to the challenges of candidate selection and resource allocation, we interrogate both the strengths and the limits of a party trying to scale up while staying true to its principles.


This is a focused, inquisitive look at the practical realities of rebuilding a party from the ground up.


Join us as we ask: Can Zack Polanski’s rise reshape the Greens’ future—or will the party’s own mechanisms hold it back?


Journalist and Audio Editor: Ava Santina Evans

Production: Seán Hickey, Laura Beveridge, Amélie Timmis and Ian Martin

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]]> Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain with Ava Santina Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain with Ava Santina Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:57:09 GMT 1:56 690e11f9c72b7869e293c35f false https://shows.acast.com/how-to-rebuild-the-left-politicsjoe/episodes/subscribe-to-how-to-rebuild-the-left-with-ava-santina 690e11f9c72b7869e293c35f 690c814368055f905c9893ec subscribe-to-how-to-rebuild-the-left-with-ava-santina full Hundreds of thousands of you have joined new coagulations of left-wing parties.


People are angry. They’re angry at potential welfare cuts, the rich skirting taxes and a foreign policy that some say supports the relentless killing of civilians overseas.


A number of viable structures and networks are growing.An astonishing 150,000 of you have joined the Green Party, Independent candidates on the left have done well at national and local elections.


And almost five years after Jeremy Corbyn was suspended from the Labour party, there are growing signs of renewed confidence in the Your Party machine.


Not forgetting the growing discomfort in the Labour party, and the various pressure groups growing in size and support.


From leaders to policymakers, activists and campaigners, this podcast takes an in-depth look at the policy and the people that are shaping the new frontier of leftwing politics.

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]]> Hundreds of thousands of you have joined new coagulations of left-wing parties.


People are angry. They’re angry at potential welfare cuts, the rich skirting taxes and a foreign policy that some say supports the relentless killing of civilians overseas.


A number of viable structures and networks are growing.An astonishing 150,000 of you have joined the Green Party, Independent candidates on the left have done well at national and local elections.


And almost five years after Jeremy Corbyn was suspended from the Labour party, there are growing signs of renewed confidence in the Your Party machine.


Not forgetting the growing discomfort in the Labour party, and the various pressure groups growing in size and support.


From leaders to policymakers, activists and campaigners, this podcast takes an in-depth look at the policy and the people that are shaping the new frontier of leftwing politics.

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