Best Luke Townsend Podcasts (2024)

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Live Show Guest Announcement - Chesney Hawkes! 4:09

44m ago4:09

4:09

This hasn't been the One and Only announcement of the current season of The Way They Were, but it's by far the biggest, as we can now FINALLY spill the beans as to the identity of our very special guest at our next live show at The Cheerful Earful Podcast festival on Saturday 19th October at 5pm, at The Bedford Arms in Balham London.... We can now …

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102: Mark O'Donovan: Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz 1:14:12

1h ago1:14:12

1:14:12

This week's episode of The Way They Were is a screwball of delight, as writer Mark O'Donovan shares with us his passion for the one of the biggest showbiz couples the US has ever known, who still hold legendary status in pop culture, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz! What on earth would an evening out with this toxic twosome hold? Have a listen and find…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 134: He's Literally Tolkien Jesus 54:54

4h ago54:54

54:54

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome everyone to episode 134 of You're Ridiculous!! Luke and Wolf are here to continue talking about season 2 of Rings of Power, this time episodes 2 and 3! Wolf breaks down the episodes with Luke's help, and he poses some theories about who the Stranger and Dark Wizard might be! Tune in to find out more and how they think the …

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117: Das Speed Factory 35:23

3d ago35:23

35:23

On Episode 117 of Totally Deep Podcast, Doug Stenclik and Randy Young of www.cripplecreekbc.com bring you the lowdown on the world of uphill and backcountry skiing and boarding. Gear, technique, fashion, jargon, guests, and assorted spray from folks who know how to earn it in the backcountry. The world's best backcountry skiing podcast. The time ma…

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101: Heidi Regan: Ryan Gosling & Rachel McAdams 1:01:08

6d ago1:01:08

1:01:08

It's finally arrived! Comedian Heidi Regan has given us all permission to wallow in the lost love of Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams and once again lament the fact that no one but Rachel will be kissed they way Ryan kissed her at the VMAs... but unless it's Ryan doin the kissing, what's the point? Theirs was a love straight out of a Hollywood film,…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 133: Sauroned All Over the Place 42:01

7d ago42:01

42:01

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back gamers to episode 133 of You're Ridiculous!, where Wolf and Luke are talking about episode 1 of Rings of Power season 2! Wolf breaks down where we left off, as well as where we begin! The elves, harfoots, and orcs have all been busy since last we saw them, and Luke and Wolf are here to share their thoughts on the epis…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Ella Wyllie Episode 1:01:19

1h ago1:01:19

1:01:19

For this episode I am joined by Ella Wyllie, rider for Liv AlUla Jayco and 2024 New Zealand National Road Race Champion. Ella tells me about growing up in a cycling family and how joining the school cycling team helped her develop as a rider. As a Junior, Ella had a lot of success on the road, winning the National Time Trial before being selected t…

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Select Committee chair elections: who won and can they work together? 56:46

4h ago56:46

56:46

In this episode, we explore the outcomes and implications of the latest Select Committee Chair elections in Parliament. The newly elected chairs will play a pivotal role in scrutinising the government, but can they effectively work together? We talk to Dr. Marc Geddes, a leading expert on Select Committees, who highlights how this year’s competitiv…

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100: Luke Meredith: ABBA's Bjorn & Agnetha 1:08:39

8h ago1:08:39

1:08:39

This week's episode of TWTW is a 'voyage' into the swinging world of knitted sequin hats, platform silver boots and Eurovision.Yes, cabaret star Luke Merideth, really does a great job in knowing me, knowing you, and decided it was high time we took a deep dive into the torrid love story behind the stars of ABBA! But, as we didn't have three hours t…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 132: The Filth You Consume 48:56

14d ago48:56

48:56

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back all you gremlins to episode 132 of You're Ridiculous!, where this week, Wolf tells all the tails from their trip to PAX West! Obviously they went in cosplay, and you can probably guess the fandom, but which character? What events did they attend? How much info did they improv during a murder mystery game? Find out all…

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Episode 116: Bike & Ski Quivers and Streamlined Training 1:01:32

8d ago1:01:32

1:01:32

On Episode 116 of Totally Deep Podcast, Doug Stenclik and Randy Young of www.cripplecreekbc.com bring you the lowdown on the world of uphill and backcountry skiing and boarding. Gear, technique, fashion, jargon, guests, and assorted spray from folks who know how to earn it in the backcountry. The world's best backcountry skiing podcast. It is time …

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99: Zack Signore: Angelina Jolie & Billy Bob Thornton 1:11:54

20d ago1:11:54

1:11:54

Christmas has come early for Chantal, as we take a deep dive into the very couple she wanted more than ANYTHING to explore, and thanks to her her apparent soul mate, comedian and podcaster Zack Signore, she's able to rip the wrapping off the whirlwind 'romance' that was Angelina Jolie and Billy Bob Thornton's more than vile (geddit?) union. Even ar…

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Inside the Private Members’ Bill ballot: 20 MPs win the legislative lottery 1:09:51

7d ago1:09:51

1:09:51

The Private Members’ Bill (PMB) ballot for this Session has been drawn, giving 20 MPs the opportunity to introduce a law of their choice. Potential bills could include proposals such as assisted dying, but what are the real chances of success? We talk to PMB expert, Dr. Daniel Gover, to understand the value of these bills and what to watch out for …

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 131: What Makes a Mermaid 49:14

21d ago49:14

49:14

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back to episode 131 of You're Ridiculous!! This week Wolf and Luke discuss season 2 of Sweet Tooth! Find out what's happening with each character as the Ridiculous duo break it down for you! How does the season 2 compare to 1, and what are their thoughts on it? Find out all this an more by tuning in! After that, they answe…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Becky Storrie Episode 1:42:37

14d ago1:42:37

1:42:37

In this episode, I am joined by rider for DSM Firmenich PostNL, Becky Storrie. Becky started her sporting interests with triathlon on the Isle Of Man, which took her to a high level and got her a scholarship at the University of Stirling. Becky's battles with chronic fatigue syndrome during her time at uni ultimately lead to her placing her focus o…

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98: James Barr: Gemma Collins & James Argent 1:08:02

14d ago1:08:02

1:08:02

Today's offering of The Way They Were will have anyone with even a passing interest in the escapades of The G.C and Arg absolutely delighted, because thanks to comedian and podcaster, James Barr, that's the only way we're going with this ep! Yes, the Burton and Taylor of reality TV started their wild romance in the year of 2012, the Mayans were rig…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 130: At Least It Was Free! 35:58

28d ago35:58

35:58

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back cultists to You're Ridiculous! episode 130!! Wolf and Luke talk all about the newest Cult of the Lamb DLC; Unholy Alliance! Wolf talks about what their were expecting, and what they're hoping for for the future of Cult of the Lamb! After that, they wrap up the episode with a question of the week from Rain "#RQotW: Wha…

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Episode 115: Avalanche Dreams with Lou Dawson 1:09:39

1M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

On Episode 115 of Totally Deep Podcast, Doug Stenclik and Randy Young of www.cripplecreekbc.com bring you the lowdown on the world of uphill and backcountry skiing and boarding. Gear, technique, fashion, jargon, guests, and assorted spray from folks who know how to earn it in the backcountry. The world's best backcountry skiing podcast. Our guest i…

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97: Benedict Townsend: Lisa Simpson & Nelson Muntz 1:03:09

26d ago1:03:09

1:03:09

In today's episode, we see that young love can be just as heartbreaking and nuanced as any adult relationship - especially if the people concerned have stayed at the age of eight for 35years... which is exactly the state of play for Lisa Simpson and her bad boy love interest Nelson Muntz. Yes, that right, we're going all the way back to the golden …

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 129: Seek Therapy 43:31

1M ago43:31

43:31

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome gamers to episode 129 of You're Ridiculous! This week, Wolf tells Luke all about the *many* announcements for Five Nights at Freddy's! What games came out? What new material should we be expecting next? Find out all this and more in the episode! After that, they wrap up a Question of the Week from Rain: "#RQotW: What's you…

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96: Emergency Episode! Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck 49:35

22d ago49:35

49:35

STOP ALL THE CLOCKS... CUT OFF THE PHONE... STOP THE DOG FROM BARKING WITH A JUICY BONE... The day has finally arrived when the bell has tolled on Bennifer 2:0. As you can imagine, the WhatsApp group sprang into action to bring you the SECOND emergency episode this week, as Grainne and Chantal invite Viv Groskop back on the show to once again pick …

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95: Emergency Episode! Molly-Mae & Tommy Fury 29:09

26d ago29:09

29:09

STOP THE PRESS! Another celebrity break-up has rocked our world, so Grainne and Chantal dropped everything to bring us this emergency episode, discussing what happened to make Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury finally call it quits. We hear all the ins and outs that lead up to our star-crossed lovers publicly announcing their split, and we get the answers t…

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Episode 114: Summer ski and bike stoker 53:39

25d ago53:39

53:39

Doug and Randy are back from a long summer of not vacation to spread the stoke for bikes, gear, and the upcoming season. Breck Epic Salomon Shift Upcoming Season Thanks for listening and joining us for the 2023-2024 season. And remember: be safe out there. More info about TDP at Totally Deep Podcast Blog on Cripplecreekbc.com.…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Matteo Trentin Episode 1:02:32

28d ago1:02:32

1:02:32

In this episode Matteo Trentin joins me to share his amazing cycling life story. Matteo has raced pretty much every road race you can think of throughout his career and is one of a select group of riders to have won stages in all 3 Grand Tours. We chat about his progression from racing Road and Cyclocross in Italy as a Junior to heading all over th…

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Inside the hidden world of law-making. 26:14

1M ago26:14

26:14

How is a King’s Speech crafted? What really happens behind the doors of the Parliamentary Business and Legislation Cabinet Committee? How have parliamentary tactics on legislation evolved and what new tactics might MPs employ when facing a Government with such a commanding majority? In this episode we discuss the art and strategy of law-making with…

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94: Amy Matthews: Alex Turner & Alexa Chung 1:03:00

28d ago1:03:00

1:03:00

In this week's episode of TWTW, we are transported back to the first decade of the new millennium, when the IT girl of the era hitched her wagon to the frontman de jour, and we were gifted with Alexa Chung and Alex Turner stepping out at Glasto and gracing the gossip pages. Comedian Amy Matthews is to thank for finally allowing us a good old dissec…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 128: Gamer Senses Kicking In 35:40

1M ago35:40

35:40

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back gamers to episode 128 of You're Ridiculous!! This week, Luke and Wolf have played Chained Together, published by Anegar Games! A game where the players are linked to each other, surely that goes well, right? Find out what makes the game so compelling by tuning in! After that, they answer a question of the week from Ra…

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93: Justin Myers: Madonna & Sean Penn 1:04:34

2M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

This episode of The Way They Were is far from immaterial, as we take a holiday, with none other than Madonna and Sean Penn! Yes, thanks to author Justin Myers it's 1986 again, and the hottest man in movies just so happens to hook up with overnight mega star, Madonna .... and as you can imagine, everything went really well, with zero dramas... NOT! …

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 127: Olympics Remastered 42:01

2M ago42:01

42:01

Send Us Fan Mail! Queue the Olympic games music, for the Ridiculous Games has arrived! For episode 128 of You're Ridiculous!, Luke and Wolf have designed their own Olympic games to be featured in the 2026 and 2028 Olympic games! These games have been specially crafted to fill the gaps in the games that the Olympics are missing! Tune in to find out …

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Flora Perkins Episode 1:06:14

1M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

In this episode I am joined by current Under 23 British National Road Race Champion and rider for Fenix-Deceuninck, Flora Perkins. After racing on the road and track as a youth, Flora's time on the bike as a Junior was affected by the Covid pandemic but success in the Netherlands at the end of 2021 led Flora to join Le Col Wahoo the following year.…

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£22 billion financial 'black hole': What is Parliament's role? 59:47

2M ago59:47

59:47

This week's bruising Commons exchange between the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, and the man she replaced at the Treasury, Jeremy Hunt, is just the opening encounter in what promises to be a long running parliamentary battle over the state of the public finances. MPs can expect to be asked to approve extra spending estimates in the autumn, and there'll…

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92: Caroline O'Donoghue: John Mulaney & Anna Marie Tendler 1:11:15

2M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

If you've been wondering just when your hot girl summer will begin, well it starts NOW, as Grainne and Chantal are back with a brand new series of The Way They Were. Kicking things off, we have the wonderful author, Caroline O' Donoghe who allows us all to bathe in the hot mess of the mid 2010s when our couple got hitched, right the way to the Covi…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 126:Weird Deer Sh*t 47:08

2M ago47:08

47:08

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back everyone to episode 126 of You're Ridiculous!! This week Wolf and Luke talk about season 1 of Sweet Tooth, found on Netflix! They go into depth on the unique plot, detailed characters, and what they think makes the show success! After that, they wrap up the episode with a question of the week from Rain: "#RQotW: If yo…

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Labour tightens its grip on Parliament 41:34

2M ago41:34

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One consequence of the mini-parliamentary rebellion on the King’s Speech is that Keir Starmer has decisively disciplined his backbench rebels, but is this firm approach a one-off for the King’s Speech or indicative of a broader strategy? With the Chancellor set to layout the depths of the nation’s financial woes next week, we ask: will the honeymoo…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Josh Giddings Episode 1:25:33

2M ago1:25:33

1:25:33

For this episode I am joined by British rider Josh Giddings. Currently riding for Lotto Dstny Development Team, Josh has recently signed a 2 year Pro contract and is stepping up the Lotto Dstny World Tour team. Josh grew up riding and racing on the road and on the track and had success in both as a youth including winning the Youth Tour of Assen an…

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What has Keir Starmer got in common with Robert Redford? 1:09:03

2M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

The legislative sausage machine has cranked into action so Mark and Ruth dissect the government’s programme following the King’s Speech. They examine the proposals for major new bills on planning and devolution aimed at galvanising the economy, along with revamped legacy bills the Government is adopting from the previous administration. Where might…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 125: Noah's Fight Pit 37:18

2M ago37:18

37:18

Send Us Fan Mail! Wolf and Luke welcome everyone to listen to episode 125 of You're Ridiculous!! This week, the Ridiculous duo talk about DLCs, with a nod toward Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Find out what they think makes for a good DLC, as well as their favorites! After that, the duo answer a question of the week from Rain: "#RQotW: If …

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Live Show Announcement! 2:54

2M ago2:54

2:54

We're so excited to announce that Grainne and Chantal are back with another live podcast recording on October 19th in London as part of the Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival. Tickets are on sale now so get it in your diary! No excuses! Spend your Saturday afternoon with us at the beautiful Bedford Pub in Balham. Stay tuned to hear who our special gu…

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New arrivals, absent friends and time-honoured ceremonies 1:03:40

3M ago1:03:40

1:03:40

Old stagers and complete newcomers: Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s ministerial team is taking shape. But is it a good idea to turn newly-minted MPs straight into ministers? Looking ahead we also explore the upcoming Deputy Speaker elections and the allocation of Select Committee chairs. With hundreds of new MPs entering Parliament, all bright-eyed a…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 124: Did Darth Vader go to College? 48:28

3M ago48:28

48:28

Send Us Fan Mail! Episode 124 of You're Ridiculous! has arrived, with Wolf and Luke talking about their Mount Rushmore Villains! Who do they think are the biggest and baddest villains in pop culture history? Tune in to find out their lists, as well as some honorable mentions! After that, the Ridiculous duo answer a question of the week from Rain: "…

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Who will be the stars of the new Parliament? 52:09

3M ago52:09

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With a 50% new intake and 40% female representation, the latest parliamentary group promises exciting new talent. Renowned journalist and 'Tomorrow’s MPs' watcher Michael Crick shares his insights on the standout figures to watch in the coming years. The general election results will reshape the parliamentary dynamics. How will this affect the Gove…

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Cycling Talk Podcast - The Harrison Wood Episode 57:37

2M ago57:37

57:37

I'm excited to be back with a brand new episode of Cycling Talk Podcast and to be joined by a rider from my home county of Devon and rider for Cofidis, Harrison Wood. Harrison and I chat about growing up riding and racing in Devon and what its like to go from racing a small mixed age group field around Torbay Velopark for Mid Devon Cycling Club to …

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 123: The Limp, Sopping Wet Handshake 46:25

3M ago46:25

46:25

Send Us Fan Mail! Episode 123 of You're Ridiculous! is here wherever you listen to podcasts! This week Luke and Wolf talk about games releasing in the coming months that they're excited for! Will they be trash, treasures, or a both? Tune in to find out what the Ridiculous duo is expecting! After that, they answer a Question of the Week from Rain: "…

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Supermajority vs. micro-opposition: Parliament after the general election? 50:36

3M ago50:36

50:36

Government Ministers have been warning of the risks if Labour wins a ‘supermajority’. But does the concept have any real meaning in the House of Commons? If Labour emerges from the election facing a tiny – a micro-opposition – what are the implications? And if the Conservative Party ends up with a similar number of seats to the Liberal Democrats sh…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 122: Prepare for the Falin Feast 39:56

3M ago39:56

39:56

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back everyone to episode 122 of You're Ridiculous!! This week Luke and Wolf wrap up the last 12 episodes of Dungeonmeshi! With season 1 in the books the Ridiculous duo can finally divulge all their thoughts on how the show wrapped up, and what it means for season 2! After that, they answer a question of the week from Rain:…

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Will the parties reform Westminster? 1:08:54

3M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

After a brief election-induced hiatus Mark and Ruth are back to look at the party’s manifesto plans to reshape Parliament and politics. They are joined by one of the country’s leading constitutional experts, Professor Meg Russell, Director of the Constitution Unit at University College London, to give us her verdict on the parties’ proposals to ref…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 121: Basically, It's All His Fault 59:54

3M ago59:54

59:54

Send Us Fan Mail! Episode 121 of You're Ridiculous! has arrived for you to enjoy! This week, Luke and Wolf talk about Scavengers Reign, originally an HBO Max show that was picked up by Netflix. Wolf summarizes each of the three plot points, while Luke dives deep into what makes a fantasy believable and understandable. Find out just how much they li…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 120: Amongus Hotdog 35:27

4M ago35:27

35:27

Send Us Fan Mail! Episode 120 of You're Ridiculous! is here with Luke and Wolf to play a game they're calling Get On My Wavelength! The task is simple; say the same word at the same time! The trick? Neither of them know the word ahead of time, they have to think of it based on context clues. After that, they answer a Question of the Week from Rain:…

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You're Ridiculous! Episode 119: Most Embarrassing Anime Death 38:04

4M ago38:04

38:04

Send Us Fan Mail! Welcome back gamers to episode 119 of You're Ridiculous!, we may have taken a week off but are back in full now! This week, Luke and Wolf FINALLY talk all about Jujutsu Kaisen season 2! Additionally, Wolf provides a thorough breakdown of the OP, as they always do. Like Luke always does, he skipped through it... After that, the Rid…

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Democratic decision-making in health emergencies: Learning the lessons of the Covid pandemic 28:20

4M ago28:20

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This week we have a compelling conversation with human-rights barrister Adam Wagner as we delve into the findings of the Independent Commission on UK Public Health Emergency Powers. Just before the general election was called, the Commission published its final recommendations, aiming to reshape law-making in the event of a future health emergency …

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