Politicking Podcast

King's Speech, a Financial Black Hole, and Building on the Green Belt

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 06:00:08 GMT

In this episode we look at the recent Government announcements around financial challenges and how they will be reforming the planning system to ensure they can meet their housebuilding target of 1.5 million homes over the next five years.

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A Labour landslide and a look at the new Government

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:16:22 GMT

In this episode we take a look at the general election results and the work the new Government has done in the week its been in power.

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General Election Week: A final look at the polls

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 05:01:40 GMT

In this episode we take a final look at the polls ahead of the General Election on Thursday and give our predictions on what this might mean for the next Government.

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A Look at the Party Manifestos: Conservatives

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:59:22 GMT

In this episode we look at the Conservative Party Manifesto ahead of the UK General Election on 4 July and what the key policy announcements might mean for you.

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A Look at the Party Manifestos: Labour

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:57:56 GMT

In this episode we look at the manifestos ahead of the UK general election on 4 July. In this episode we focus on Labour's manifesto.

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The Sunak Vs Starmer Showdown: Our main take aways

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 16:47:40 GMT

In this episode we take a look at the first Sunak Vs Starmer showdown and a dissect the policies and topics that were discussed.

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General Election announced: an initial look at the key policies

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 06:15:38 GMT

We're back!

Rishi Sunak has finally done it. He's announced the General Election and we are back with the podcast to look at the key policies and key topics that may win the election.

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Politics 2023 Wrapped

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 07:00:13 GMT

In this episode we look at our top 5 shock moments from politics in 2023 and what they could mean for the outlook of politics in 2024. Enjoy!

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The Rwanda Bill and Boris and Rishi get grilled...

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:01:01 GMT

This episode looks at the covid inquiry and the questions posed at Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak and we try and round up the Rwanda Bill situation and what the fall out from the vote may bring.

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The Rishi Reshuffle: Suella Sacked and the Return of Cameron

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:59:18 GMT

In this episode we explore the recent Prime Minister's Cabinet Reshuffle and look at what the fall out will be from the sacking of Suella Braverman and the reinstatement of former Prime Minister David Cameron as Foreign Secretary.

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More by-elections, and more woe for the Conservatives

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:45:44 GMT

In this episode we look at the recent by elections and what they mean in the wider political landscape. We also look at what might be announced in the upcoming King's Speech and Autumn Statement.

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Party Conference Special (live from the Labour Party Conference)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 11:41:57 GMT

We are recording live from the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool and taking a look at the key announcements from the Labour, Conservative and Lib Dem Party Conferences.

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Back to school (or not), a Council collapse, and a Labour Reshuffle

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 13:36:16 GMT

We are back after a short summer break to bring you the latest from the new term of Parliament. We look at the RAAC issue that is impacting schools, we explore why Birmingham City Council has filed for bankruptcy, and we look at Keir Starmer's recent reshuffle as he prepares to make the final push ahead of next year's General Election.

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By-Elections and Manifesto Planning

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:00:19 GMT

In this episode we look at the results from the recent By-Elections in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Selby and Ainsty, and Somerton and Frome and what they could mean as we approach the next General Election. We also look at Labour's recent Policy Forum and why they are standing firm on their policies, and what the Conservatives new plan for Housing looks like.

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Broken Britain: Inflation, Interest Rates, and Thames Water Down The Drain

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 05:01:51 GMT

In this episode we explore why inflation has remained high despite the Government and Bank of England predicting otherwise. We also look at the knock on effects this has had on interest rates, mortgages and the cost of living crisis. We also explore what this means for Thames Water who recently announced they are on the brink of collapse. We also explore privitisation vs nationalisation and which system could work best for the country at the minute (spoiler its complicated).

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From McDonalds to Lib Dem Leader: In Conversation with Carl Cashman

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:30:01 GMT

In this episode we interview Cllr Carl Cashman, Leader of the Liberal Democrats in Liverpool. We explore how he first got into politics, how he has rose to become Leader of the Lib Dems in Liverpool and his tips for anyone looking to get involved in politics. We also discuss his predictions for the next General Election and what the Lib Dems will be campaigning on in the run up to the big day.

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Local elections special

Thu, 18 May 2023 05:01:10 GMT

In this episode we look at the fall out from the recent local elections, what it could mean for political parties of all colours, and what we think it could mean for the next General Election. We also look at the new rules for Voter ID and finish on a special message... get out there and vote!

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Arrests, Bullying and Conflicts of Interest... National politics at an all time low?

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:30:22 GMT

This week's podcast looks at the SNP situation and what the recent police investigation could mean for them, we also look at the bullying culture inside Westminster as the news of Dominic Raab's resignation filters through, and we take a look at the recent news around conflicts of interest and MPs second jobs and debate how this can potentially impact policy and decision making.

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A Back to Work Budget and Culture Wars Continue...

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:30:16 GMT

This week's episode breaks down some of the key announcements from the Chancellor's Budget and looks at what they could mean for you. We also discuss the Illegal Immigration Bill, the BBC debacle, and why the culture wars are set to continue in the run up to the next general election.

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Hancock's WhatsApps, Rishi's Brexit Deal, and Labour's Push for Power

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 06:00:00 GMT

In this episode we look into Matt Hancock's leaked WhatsApp messages from the pandemic, exposing some of the most secret political conversations from that time; we also look at Rishi's Brexit Deal with Northern Ireland and what the fall out could be and what this may mean for some political careers within the conservative party; and we also take a deep dive into Labour's five missions for a better Britain, and the news that Sue Gray has been lined up to become Kier Starmer's Chief of Staff.

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Culture wars, the SNP leadership race, and...council tax

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 09:34:27 GMT

In this week's episode we will be discussing culture wars within both major political parties and where that leaves our country in the run up to the next general election. We'll also be talking about Nicola Sturgeon's resignation and what this might mean for the Scottish Independent Referendum 2 and the SNP, and the rise in council tax, why it's happening and what this might mean for our own bills.

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Politicking Trailer

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:22:28 GMT

Welcome to the Politicking Podcast. Our podcast will be looking at the news, views and gossip coming from Westminster and beyond and will be breaking down what the latest announcements from Government mean for the country and how it could impact you in the future.

In some of our special episodes, we will interview guests who work in and around politics and democracy to get a better picture of how it works behind the scenes (and to understand what keeps politics ticking).

We hope you enjoy!

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