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Prime Time: Prime Ministers

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Prime Time is a casual history Rexy-Pod ranking all the British Prime Ministers from Robert Walpole to the modern day. On our way, we'll tell the story of this nation, cast judgement on our forebears, and explore some of the weird, wonderful, and time-worn bits of modern British Politics that are still around today. [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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9c. George Grenville (Pt 3) 59:28

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A third episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our final of three episodes for George Grenville, in which we talk about the later years of his Premiership, his post-premiership years, and our reviews of him. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions With thanks to our wonderful Patrons primetimepod.com…
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9b. George Grenville (Pt 2) 41:53

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A second episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our second of three episodes for George Grenville, but really this episode is the story of John Wilkes - writer, radical reformer, and rake. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions Rikki Tikki by LXNDR (Used with direct permission of the owner) Dark Mus…
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9a. George Grenville (Pt 1) 55:14

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An episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our first of three episodes for George Grenville, including the life and times of his uncle, Lord Cobham, George's young life, and the political dynasty they made together. Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy Productions With thanks to our wonderful Patrons primetime…
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Prime Cuts: The Order of the Garter 34:16

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They all want it and, frankly, most of them get it. But what is the Order of the Garter, why do PMs usually get it, and is it as risqué as it sounds? (no, it isn't) primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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8b. Lord Bute (Pt 2) 1:01:52

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A second episode for examining John Stuart, Third Earl of Bute, and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Lord Bute, including his time in the sun, post-premiership, and review. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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8a. Lord Bute (Pt 1) 55:39

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An episode for examining John Stuart, Third Earl of Bute, and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for Lord Bute, covering his weird and wonderful arrival on the social scene, including a chance encounter at the races and amateur theatricals, with a brief excursion into Scottish Economics. primetimepod.com righthonwriteoff@gmai…
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Election Special 9: The Handover 30:27

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It's Episode 9 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at how a defeated government departs and a victorious new Prime Minister arrives in Downing Street. Listen to find out how the lightning-fast transition of power happens in the UK. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join u…
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Election Special 8: Polling Day and Election Night 36:07

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It's Episode 8 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at polling day itself. What happens at polling stations across the country and how are ballot papers (and the unusual things sometimes written on them) counted? Also, find out the result of our own Kess v John election! primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For…
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Election Special 7: The political campaign 38:37

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It's Episode 7 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at what candidates get up to during a campaign, both locally and nationally. What do they do, how do they do it, and how much can they spend? primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast…
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LQD: Sarah Churchill - Patreon Special 58:11

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Before Robert Walpole, there was Sarah Churchill. Escape artist extraordinaire, controversial figure, possible lover of Queen Anne... Sarah was up to her proverbial elbows in the mucky politics of the turn of the 18th Century. Listen in to find out just everyone who ever met her fell into deep love (or deep hatred) with her. primetimepod.com righth…
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5b. The Duke of Newcastle (Pt 2) 49:04

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A second episode for examining Thomas Pelham, Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Marquess of Clare, Earl of Clare, Viscount Haughton, Baron Pelham of Laughton, Baron Pelham of Stanmer, the brother of Henry Pelham; and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for the Duke of Newcast…
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5a. The Duke of Newcastle (Pt 1) 54:52

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An episode for examining Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle upon Tyne, the brother of Henry Pelham; and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for the Duke of Newcastle, covering his early life, partnership with his brother, and first Premiership. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus epis…
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Prime Cuts: What's happening with Mr Speaker? 28:57

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This emergency episode takes a closer look at the dramatic Parliamentary events of last week - controversy, politics, and the Speaker's job hanging in the balance. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Prime Cuts: Division! 20:54

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This episode is all about voting, but not how we vote; it's about how members of Parliament vote when it’s time to decide whether to approve a law. So get ready for the high-octane, seat-of-your-pants thrill ride that is voting procedures. It is actually a little more silly and interest than you think. primetimepod.com [email protected] @p…
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Prime Christmas (Pt 2): David from “Love Actually” 33:08

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A second Christmas special for exploring the premiership of Britain's favourite and most Hugh Grant-y prime minister; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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3b. Henry Pelham (Pt 2) 49:41

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A second episode for exploring the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpole’s protégé; and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We talk about his time at the top, and pass judgement on his performance. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted …
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3a. Henry Pelham (Pt 1) 38:18

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An episode for examining the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpole’s protégé; and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We go over his background and early days in politics. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…
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Prime Cuts: Parliament 30:49

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In this episode, we take a look at the history of Parliament and the huge changes and developments over the centuries to get from the Anglo-Saxon witans to our 21st Century legislature. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…
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2. Lord Wilmington 44:39

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An episode for examining Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington, the favourite nonentity of George II; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast (With thanks to Totalus Rankium for the use of ‘Sweet and Honourable’) For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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