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Guardian political columnist John Harris hosts a cast of voices from up and down the country as well as across the political spectrum to analyse the week’s political news. For US Politics with Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland, make sure to search 'Politics Weekly America' wherever you get your podcasts
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Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern. Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge. Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was prese ...
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Making sense of our political hell every Tuesday and Friday! Oh God, What Now? is the no-bulls**t politics podcast, making the unbearable bearable with top quality guests and analysis, plus poor quality jokes. Regulars include: Dorian Lynskey, author of The Ministry Of Truth: A Biography of Orwell’s 1984 and host of Origin Story • Alex Andreou, writer, commentator, cook, actor, secret agent • Writer and commentator Ros Taylor • Rachel Cunliffe of the New Statesman • Writer and host of This I ...
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New era, new name: Welcome to Pod Save The King, the award-winning Royal podcast from the Daily Mirror. The Royal family is finding its way in a new era. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III began his reign alongside Camilla, The Queen Consort. William and Kate became Prince and Princess of Wales. As the family changes, rifts remain with Harry and Meghan across the Atlantic and Prince Andrew is still in the aftermath of the Newsnight interview. There is joy too, as Pri ...
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A hard drive, a room full of reporters -- and the biggest parliamentary scandal in a generation. How MPs' expenses came to light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You know we’re leaving the EU but this is the story of how the UK got here. Mark Mardell uncovers the fractious yet intriguing story of Britain’s relationship with the EU.
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UnHerd political editor Tom McTague and Cambridge professor Helen Thompson team up to investigate the history of today’s politics — and what it means for our future. Each week they will explore the great forces, ideas and events that led us to where we are, whether in Britain, the United States, Europe or beyond. It’s a politics podcast for those who want a deeper, historical understanding of the news, to understand what has really shaped our world and why. We hope you enjoy! Don’t forget to ...
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Sky News correspondents go behind the scenes of the 2019 general election to let you know what's really happening on the campaign trail Monday to Friday by 5pm. Expect hotels, service stations, village halls and battle buses as our team travel the length and breadth of the UK to make sense of it all.
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The New Chancellor Interview: Rachel Reeves Speaks to Bloomberg
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks to Bloomberg in her first major broadcast interview since taking over the Treasury. She discusses economic growth, trade with China and the US, and how the new government is going to raise money to fund its agenda with Bloomberg's Editor-At-Large Francine Lacqua. Hosted by Caroline Hepker. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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The king’s speech: can Labour keep the optimism going?
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There were more than 35 bills in Labour’s first king’s speech. So what does it tell us about the party’s ambitions? And with world events turning darker, can the euphoria around the Labour party last? The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by political editor Pippa Crerar and political correspondent Kiran Stacey. Help support our independent journali…
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Labour wins a landslide: Is this a new dawn? Politics Weekly UK
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Labour has won a landslide victory, with Keir Starmer saying ‘change begins now’. Is this a new era for the country? The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by political editor Pippa Crerar and political correspondent Kiran Stacey. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspodBy Guardian
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Campaign catch-up: Why this UK election result could be the most distorted ever
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The Conservatives’ embattled campaign suffered yet another setback this week, as the betting scandal escalated and the party finally suspended two candidates ensnared by the row. But when did it first start to go wrong for the Tories? Lucy Fisher is joined by the FT’s chief data reporter John Burn-Murdoch, who charts the beginning of the party’s de…
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Q&A: Could the EU join the UK? Plus Trump Conspiracy Theories
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The Two Matts discuss Europe's shift towards right-wing populism and its implications for the UK rejoining the EU; how media brevity has impacted political understanding and debate; the Trump shooting conspiracy theories, and the public's diminished joy in politics and sports over the years. The intrepid podcasters also dive into how soundbite cult…
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This week, Joe Biden has faced further calls to step down from some of the most senior characters in the Democratic party. The President is currently isolating having tested positive for Covid, but remains resolute that he has no intention of giving up yet. Natasha Feroze speaks to Kate Andrews and Freddy Gray about whether the party can get rid of…
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Keir Starmer, JD Vance and Hulk Hogan… What a week!
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Today, we look at what Labour’s Kings Speech says about the way they’re going to govern. Laura and Paddy also talk about the good, and less good, sides of diplomacy as Keir Starmer hosts European colleagues, but critical comments from Trump’s new VP pick emerge. Plus, Hulk Hogan gets involved in politics. You can join our Newscast online community …
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Pippa Crerar, political editor of The Guardian looks back at the political week in which the new Labour government presented its first KIng's Speech in fifteen years. To discuss the government's legislative programme Pippa is joined by former Conservative Minister George Freeman MP and by Labour MP Mary Creagh, who was re-elected to Parliament earl…
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477. For the Many Live! in Broadstairs - with Gyles Brandreth
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Iain is reunited with Jacqui Smith for For the Many Live! from the Kent coastal town of Broadstairs, and joined by the one and only Gyles Brandreth. Get your tickets for future For the Many Live shows at this autumn's party conferences in Brighton, Liverpool and Birmingham at www.forthemany.liveBy Global
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Sombre MPs discuss the Covid inquiryBy BBC Radio 4
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Susan Hulme reports as MPs discuss the Covid inquiry and the controversial issue of planning.By BBC Radio 4
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Sir Keir Starmer took the chance to extend the hand of friendship to Britain’s neighbours when he hosted the European Political Community summit in Blenheim Palace on Thursday. The FT’s Lucy Fisher is joined by political editor George Parker, columnist Stephen Bush and public policy editor Peter Foster to discuss how far Britain wants to deepen rel…
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Today, Newscast and Americast join forces to answer your questions on the US election. What brought Donald Trump and JD Vance together? If Kamala Harris does run to be President, who would be her VP? And, Is President Michelle Obama a possibility? Adam is joined by Americast’s Justin Webb and Marianna Spring. You can join our Newscast online commun…
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Tory leadership race latest: what's going on?
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The Conservatives need to choose a new leader, but first they need to agree on the process... Easier said than done. Lucy Dunn talks to Fraser Nelson and Katy Balls about the latest on the upcoming leadership race: what will the race look like, who are the the runners and riders, and how do they rate Rishi Sunak's performance as leader of the oppos…
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Breaking Newscast: Super Massive IT Outage
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Today, we’re looking at major IT outages that have hit industries across the world. More than 1,000 flights are cancelled. Banking, healthcare and shops are also affected. Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike says a "defect" in one of its software updates hit Windows operating systems You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/n…
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Following the election results earlier this month, indypodcasters Fiona and Marlene invited guest and friend of the podcast Lynne Dougan into our studio for a chat. Lynne was at the count of the Alloa and Grangemouth constituency and gives us some behind the scenes insights as to what goes on through the night of an election. This episode was origi…
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Robert Jenrick on what went wrong for the Conservative Party and how to turn it aroundBy BBC Radio 4
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Amazon at 30: Can the Bezos empire grow forever?
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Amazon turns 30 this month – and it’s unrecognisable from the online bookstore it once was. But can it continue to grow forever – or might recent legal cases mark the end of Bezos’ global market domination? Kate Devlin speaks to The Wall Street Journal’s Dana Mattioli, author of The Everything War, to find out. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to I…
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King Prince Charles makes his first speech of Labour era, announcing a raft of legislation that will “take the brakes off Britain”. What was in it, what wasn’t and what does it all say about how Starmer will govern? Plus, with election candidates under increasing threat of abuse and harassment, what can be done to make the job safer? And in the Ext…
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More that 5000 prisoners (in England and Wales) will be released earlyBy BBC Radio 4
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The King’s Speech was packed with plans … putting to bed the theory that Keir Starmer’s Labour government had no plan. But will it be enough to instigate the national renewal they have promised? The Matts discuss. Also - what does JD Vance mean for Trump and for Britain? And why is David Lammy parading his Christianity on the national airwaves? The…
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Today, President Zelensky sits down for an interview with Chris Mason. The Ukrainian leader was in the UK, alongside other world leaders, as part of the meeting of the European Political Community at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. Speaking after the event President Zelesnky discussed with Chris the possible return of President Trump, the mistakes …
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Alicia McCarthy reports on government plans to release some prisoners early to ease jail overcrowding. MPs also continue to debate the King's Speech that sets out proposed new laws for the year ahead.By BBC Radio 4
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476. Younger Man, Older Woman - with Harriet Harman
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Iain is joined by Harriet Harman, who retired from the Commons at the recent election after more than 30 years as an MP. They discuss the contents of this week's King's Speech and how the new Labour government is faring so far, the fall-out from the attempt to assassinate Donald Trump and his choice of J.D. Vance as his running mate, plus Taylor Sw…
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After the first King’s Speech under a Labour government for 15 years, a host of policy experts joins Alain Tolhurst to look at what the first 100 days of a Keir Starmer administration will look like, after the new Prime Minister said his plan for government would "take the brakes off Britain" and put the country on the "path of national renewal". J…
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What does the King's Speech tell us about the new Labour government's priorities? Beyond the ceremony and pomp of the day, the team discuss the policies and priorities of the new government, including the future of devolution, what might impact devolved areas (and what won't), and what's been left out. How did the speech sit with opposition parties…
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A hostage at the Palace, a kiss for the King, and the royal band back together?
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This is Talking Royals - our weekly podcast about the royal family - with Presenter Lucrezia Millarini, ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson. This week, the team discuss a bustling schedule for the family, with the State Opening of Parliament (involving a hostage at Buckingham Palace), the King and Queen visiting the…
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Today we look at the first report released by the Covid Inquiry. Focusing on pandemic preparations, it said the governments of the UK and devolved nations had ‘failed its citizens’ by planning for the wrong pandemic. The report lays out the failures, including ‘groupthink’ mentality and ‘labyrinthine’ systems. Adam is joined by health reporter Jim …
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Keir Starmer: 'We want to reset relationships with EU'
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Keir Starmer is at Blenheim Palace today for the gathering of the European Political Community, the forum created by Emmanuel Macron in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. While the new Prime Minister met with many world leaders last week in Washington for the Nato summit, this is his first time he has played host since entering 10 Downing…
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Kate and William’s sporting weekend and Charles and Camilla’s busy week
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The Princess of Wales received a rapturous reception on Wimbledon’s Centre Court as she kept a favourite date in her diary amid her ongoing cancer treatment. While Kate enjoyed her girls’ day out with Charlotte and Pippa, William and George were cheering on the England football team in Germany. And the King and Queen were in Jersey and Guernsey, th…
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This week: bulletproof Trump. The failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump means that his supporters, more than ever, view him as America’s Chosen One. Joe Biden’s candidacy has been falling apart since his disastrous performance in the first presidential debate last month. Trump is now ahead in the polls in all the battleground states. The whi…
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The King Comes to ParliamentBy BBC Radio 4
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From Pharaohs to Presidents: The history of political assassinations
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Political leaders have been targeted by assassins for thousands of years – Donald Trump being the latest example, after the attempt on his life in Pennsylvania. Historically, what impact have these actions had on societies the world over? What similarities are there between these acts and the people who carry them out? Jacob Jarvis is joined by Ari…
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Sean Curran reports from Westminster as The King announces Sir Keir Starmer's plans for his Labour government.By BBC Radio 4
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King’s Speech: Starmer Pushes the Bill Button
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Today, we look at what was in Labour’s first King’s Speech. Chris joins Adam after King Charles III set out the government's proposed laws at the State Opening of Parliament. They included plans for growth, the nationalisation of railways, and planning reform. We also look at what wasn’t included. Adam also speaks to Labour’s Lucy Powell, now Leade…
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The king’s speech: can Labour make us all rich?
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There were more than 35 bills in Labour’s first king’s speech. So what does it tell us about the party’s ambitions? And with world events turning darker, can the euphoria around the Labour party last? The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by political editor Pippa Crerar and political correspondent Kiran Stacey. Help support our independent journali…
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Labour has set out its ambitious missions in the King's Speech to open a new parliament today. On the podcast, Oscar Edmondson speaks to Katy Balls and former Labour advisor John McTernan about what was expected – and what was missing – from the legislative agenda. Produced by Oscar Edmondson and Cindy Yu.…
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The King's Speech. The first opportunity to test the reality of Labour's "Change" mantra. We examine what was in it and more importantly what wasn't. The "nationalisation" of rail was much trumpeted in particular but what's the reality of the claim? How symbolic of Labour's "Don't frighten the horses" approach to government is this policy? How will…
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Keir's Speech: Labour's To-Do List, Read by the King
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Keir Starmer's new government set out its agenda for the parliamentary year with 39 bills listed in the King's Speech. The Prime Minister says the legislation will 'lay the foundations' for the change his administration believes the country needs. We discuss the economic and political implications with Bloomberg's senior economics reporter Philip A…
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Turnout for what – How can we get more people to vote?
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Labour’s landslide has brought in a new wave of political optimism to the UK. But a near record poll attendance has been a cause for concern in the weeks following the election. Hannah Fearn is joined by Professor of behavioural science at Kingston University Gaëlle Vallée Tourangeau to find out why people just aren’t turning out to vote and what c…
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Today, we look at the resignation of Welsh First Minister, Vaughan Gething. Just four months into the job, Vaughan Gething has quit his position as First Minister after four members of his cabinet resigned, calling for him to go. Since taking over in March, the FM has faced criticism for accepting a campaign donation from a businessman convicted of…
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Sir Keir Starmer spoke for the first time with Donald Trump in the wake of the assassination attempt on the former US president at the weekend. After years of criticising him, Labour ministers are trying to strengthen relations ahead of Trump’s possible return to the White House. But does the Republican candidate’s appointment of JD Vance as his ru…
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'A Deadly Quartet': Defence Review Faces Up to New Challenges
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The government is to carry out a 'root and branch review' of Britain's armed forces, led by Tony Blair's former defence secretary - and former NATO boss - George Roberson. He says the UK is facing a 'deadly quartet' in the shape of Russia, China, Iran and North Korea. Our guest, Ed Arnold, Senior Research Fellow in European Security at RUSI, tells …
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Today, we look at the reaction to Gareth Southgate’s decision to resign as England manager. After almost eight years and 102 games in charge of the Three Lions, Southgate announced his decision to step down two days on from England’s 2-1 loss to Spain in the final of the Euro 2024. But what will be Southgate’s legacy? Adam is joined by BBC 5 Live c…
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Two-child benefit cap row – Starmer’s first big test?
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Keir Starmer is coming under pressure to commit to scrapping the two-child benefit cap, introduced in 2017 by the Conservatives. Plaid Cymru, the Greens, Nigel Farage, the SNP, and now some Labour backbenchers are all calling for its removal. Can Starmer hold the line? Elsewhere: in Wales, First Minister Vaughan Gething has resigned after four mont…
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Keir and far: Labour's key foreign policy issues
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Keir Starmer has plenty to get on with at home – but amid global turmoil, Labour’s foreign policy is increasingly important too. In response to multiple wars, regional conflicts, an increasingly far-right Europe and a turbulent U.S. Presidential race, how might Starmer interact with the rest of the world? Zoë Grünewald asks Dr Victoria Honeyman, as…
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Trump: The shot heard around the world
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The assassination attempt against Donald Trump shocks the world. Has it handed Trump an unbeatable advantage in the Presidential election? And can Biden withdraw now even if he wants to? Plus, England’s moment of national euphoria in the Euros is fated not to happen. Is the football-based feelgood factor in politics real or just a figment of the co…
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Where next for the ‘Special Relationship’ amid US turmoil?
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The attempted assassination of Donald Trump is a symbol of a disturbed democracy and will be another destabilising factor for the US. UK Prime Ministers choose to hug the US close, but how reliable an ally is the US for a British government seeking a more mature foreign policy after the reckless misrule of recent years? Plus: Why England losing is …
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The Shooting of Donald Trump: America and Violence
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In this week's episode, Tom and Helen discuss the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and what this says about not only America, but violence in politics, where it comes from, and what we can learn from previous points in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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475. My Ding-A-Ling - with Thangam Debbonaire
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Iain and guest co-host Thangam Debbonaire discuss her defeat to the Green Party in the general election - and the need to accept that defeat gracefully - along with the job Wes Streeting has ahead of him in tackling the problems within the NHS, the toxic culture of politics and the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, plus Thangam's new tattoo …
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